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*** WARNING – extremely long post (probably full of grammar and spelling errors). I could have broken it into separate posts but it's done now. ***
"This is not a PR course. Go out there and take it all in and enjoy it!" I had continually heard that in all of my NYC Marathon prep, even before getting injured. So this recap is not the usual, "I had the race of my life," or "I did way better than expected," recap. It is an honest retelling of my NYC weekend and my emotions and experience given the cards I was dealt leading up to the race. And what an experience it was! I honestly anticipated a Chicago Marathon type atmosphere, but really wasn't prepared for what I'd encounter. The hype, the people, the crowds and the emotions! This trip was truly a once in a lifetime destination race and even though I wasn't able to "race" it, just running it was such a gift.
Let me start my recap from the beginning. We arrived to NYC late Friday night and my husband, family friends, parents, inlaws and sister in law were all along for the ride.
SHAKEOUT – Saturday morning I woke earlier than anticipated and though I originally had planned on going to the #WeRunSocial Shakeout Run, I had been talking to my instafriend @jennammchugh and she had invited me to join her for an 8:30 am 20 minute shakeout run (and photo fun) in Central Park. I decided because I still needed to go to the Expo and had a blogging event that afternoon that 8:30 was better for my schedule. I met up with Jenna (she was easy to spot because she looks just like her insta photos) and after a little phone scare (I thought my phone was stolen in Central Park), we embarked on an easy 20 min run (8:30/mile pace). Then, in true social media form, we proceeded to take about 30 runfies in a few different locations in the park. 🙂
EXPO TIME – Considering 51,000 people ran this race the expo at the Jacob J. Javitz center was very well run and getting my bib was a piece of cake. Dustin tagged along but I could see he instantly regretted it. There was beer and football waiting for him and expos are like a runner's paradise. You had to have your race registration confirmation on hand or log into your NYRR account to show it to them. No one got frustrated with me and there were very few lines, save for the transportation help area. Speaking of, I ran into another instafriend, @clairerunsthere, during my time at the expo. Together we made a day-before decision to switch my transportation from the midtown bus to the Staten Island ferry and decided to share a cab the next morning and ride there together! Anyone who knows me, knows this is soooo not my personality. I love structure. I love a plan. And I love plenty of cushioning time for all important events. But I wanted to have transportation with someone and Claire even suggested trying to start the race together if we could. I was like "Sure, let's do it!" Having transportation taken care of (or my fate sealed), Claire and I decided to snap a few expo pics with our bibs and then go through the shopping area.
I was shocked at the lines. It was truly unlike anything I'd seen and I've done huge races before. Chicago's expo wasn't this crazy and I had Dustin in tow with me, remember? I looked around the Asics area and even though most everything was marked down at least 25% (some 50%), I just didn't have it in me to stand in the lines to pay. One runner in line had already been waiting an hour in line and still looked like she had an hour to go. It was 12 noon!!! I really didn't NEED anything and I knew Dustin didn't want to stick around. So I left empty handed with just my packet pickup info. I was secretly crushed inside because shopping literally is my other favorite thing to do besides running. I missed out on Garmin deals (hello, I found out the rose gold Fenix 3 was on sale), meet and greets with Shalane Flanagan and Elyse Kopecky and didn't get to stop by the Jackrabbit merchandise area either. Insert sad face. One suggestion to those reading this who may do this race in the future and plan to shop ANYWHERE in New York is to make sure you notify your bank that you will likely be making purchases from merchants that may pop up as other areas besides NYC because of where they are based out of, so they don't get declined.
MEET & GREET WITH MEB – Generation UCAN had contacted me the week prior to the race inviting me to be one of 15 bloggers (only 11 others showed up) in attendance at a UCAN facebook live taping and then 30 minute meet and greet with Meb. I have to say this was one of the highlights of my weekend! I'd never met Meb Keflezighi and the private room they had for us at Lifetime Sky was awesome to get intimate time with him. I loved listening to him talk about his Rio experience, his future race plans and his advice for race day considering he has run New York so many times. Not sure Meb's advice really translated for me on race day though …
DINNER WITH INSTAFRIENDS – Following the meet and greet, I went back to my hotel to quickly change and then met up with 9 other instagrammers who had been chatting for a few weeks leading up to the race. We all wanted to meet in real life so we had a reservation for our big group at Pasta Lovers Trattoria in Time Square. I was running behind because of the Meb thing but ended up only being a few minutes late. It was awesome to meet these people in real life and see how in person personalities matched up with IG personalities! Everyone chatted about their race goals, expectations and experiences, thus far. I think they are all planning to do Chicago 2017 and meet up again. Sadly, Chicago is not on my radar.
After dinner, I headed back to our hotel (the Royalton on 44th and 6th) and got into race day preparation mode! I laid all of my race necessities out (Orange Mud visor, Injinji socks, Lululemon run stuff your bra, custom made tank my friend Maggie made for me, lululemon speed shorts, CEP calf sleeves, Asics Dynaflyte shoes, Flipbelt, Nuun tabs for the morning, race bib and pins, and my Clif bloks) and was hoping to be asleep by 9. After rolling with my Roll Recovery R8 and then getting ready for bed, it was more like 10:30 pm but it was also daylight savings so I did gain an hour and honestly slept better than I've ever slept before a race. Funny thing how things are different when you don't have race jitters.
I chatted with Claire right before bed and made sure she was good to go on the cab for the morning and that we would be okay for the ferry. She said we would be and said she'd be by at 6:45 am for me to jump in the cab! Dustin crept in the room about 1:30 am but thankfully didn't bother me.
Claire was right on time at 6:45 am. We headed to the Staten Island ferry and were dropped off by our cab driver at 7:00 am. We hit the bathrooms inside and then looked for the next departing ferry (our time on our bibs said 6:45 am and we intentionally missed it because Claire assured me it didn't matter).
She was right, it didn't. The lines up to the departure point were insane! We waited 15 minutes in line and caught the 7:15 am ferry. I was glad I switched from the bus to the ferry at this point because the views were amazing! The ferry ride was about a half hour and Claire and I took lots of pics before finally arriving at Staten Island.
Next up, we had to wait in more lines to get on the buses that would take us to Fort Wadsworth. I hadn't anticipated the cluster that transportation to the race would be. The bus wait was about 20 minutes and we finally boarded our bus at 8:25 am. I was getting anxious!!! (Our wave was a 10:15 am start.
Our bus was filled with mostly people in our start wave (or later), but there were a few on our bus that had a 9:50 am start wave and because the bus ride to Fort Wadsworth took about 40 minutes, by 9:05 when we got there, a few on our bus were freaking out! Which led me to begin to freak out, too!
Claire assured me with 30 minutes to get into our wave corral we were fine! We hit the port-o-potties (and for the first time in marathon running history for me, I didn't get gastro distress prerace. TMI, I know), snapped some more runfies, and were happy that a volunteer said I could move from blue wave 2 to Claire's orange wave 2. We had already decided since we weren't racing for time, we would run together. All of a sudden we looked down and it was 9:40! And we were in the wrong start area!!! My worst fears were coming true! This is my brain in that moment: "They are going to start without me!" "I knew it!" "We should have never come this late!" Claire assured me it was fine. Worst case, we'd start in wave 3. They weren't going to let us not run. Haha, what would I have done without her!?!? She was like the yin to my yang.
Once inside orange wave 2 corral, we had 30 minutes til our wave was to start. We began walking to the start line on the upper deck and I remember looking down at my Garmin and seeing that I'd already walked 2 miles! The logistics behind getting to the start were complicated, I have to say.
5 minutes before go time, Claire and I ditched our throw away clothes and hugged each other. We had no goals except to run healthy and happy (she had just run Marine Corp a week before) and it was nice to know someone was going to run alongside me and keep me company.
My coach had messaged me the day before the race and told me to just go out and run with no expectations and hopefully be so caught up in the sights that I wouldn't feel the pain. With that in mind, I literally had no jitters. A part of me was kind of bugged by that because it almost seemed like I didn't care. My head was like "Do I not care?" "Can I be that way?" "Can I run this for fun?" Seriously, guys, there's alot of inner turmoil inside this big head of mine. This race was different though in that I didn't have the normal time pressure (I put on myself).
I was so surprised at how warm and windy it was (especially since the day before it had been 10 degrees cooler). 57 degrees at the start with 15 mph winds. Considering I was used to 85 degree plus weather for my running with wind obstacles often, the weather didn't bother me and I was actually quite pleased.
Morning of and during
- Generation Ucan + 16 oz Nuun water
- Generation Ucan bar
- Clif Blocks 3 blocks at mile 5, mile 10, mile 15 and mile 20.
- Water every 2 miles for first 10 miles, then alternated water and gatorade every 2 miles after that.
(splits are taken from my Garmin, actually race time splits may differ).
Miles 1-2: The Verrazano-Narrows Bridge – the start immediately takes you up the bridge. There's no flat to run before to help you gear up for the ascent. You just begin running up. Claire and I used this opportunity to snap pics (while running) and were trying to hold back on speed because it's so easy to get caught up in the crowd. Because originally we both thought we'd be running faster, our corral had us next to the 3:50-4 hour pacers yet we knew our finish time would be slower. Claire didn't realize what a little sperm I am at the start of races. I love to shoot out like a bat out of hell (super bad habit) and thankfully she was there to caution me that it was only going to get harder. We took in the magnificence of the bridge and the skyline of NYC and chatted. You have no idea how much you learn about a person until you run alongside them for 3+ hours.
Mile 1 9:53 (the ascent up the bridge)
Mile 2 8:37 (the descent)
Miles 3-15: Brooklyn – As soon as we hit Brooklyn, I was immediately greeted with "USA!!!" (Claire was wearing a very patriotic outfit) and "Go, Jessrunsblessed!" The fanfare was awesome and we fed into it raising our hands up and "whooping" every time we heard our names called or attention being given to us. I seriously gained a high-five game this race! It was amazing! I knew Brooklyn was a large majority of the race and settled in to what I hoped was about a 9:45 pace. I didn't look at my watch while running with Claire because I figured (and assumed correctly) that she'd pace us. I had worn my headphones but realized quickly I didn't need them. I can't say it enough that the crowd support is like nothing you will ever see in another race (or at least my limited experience). At mile 5 I remember having the biggest wave of elation. I was so filled with gratitude to be running this race and was enjoying it like never before (during a marathon, anyways). At around mile 9-10 I felt the tightness in my left quad and my left hip begin barking. I tried to ignore it but knew I needed to slow down. Claire happily obliged and we kept going. Miles 11-12 was very interesting to me. This area has alot of Hasidic Jews (I thought they were Amish people in the moment) and they kept crossing the marathon course as if we weren't even running it. Just going about their day … it was definitely odd. Late into mile 12 and into 13, we hit the Pulaski Bridge going from Brooklyn into Queens. That one wasn't too bad and I thought, "we are halfway done!" But at mile 15, we hit the Queensboro bridge, and heard the ambulance. Someone was down and down bad and there was lots of rubbernecking (sad to say). I said a quiet prayer for the person, though I couldn't see details and soon after my prayers turned into curse words. I think Claire said a few, too (for the bridges, not each other). For some reason, for both Claire and I, this bridge was tougher than the Verrazano-Narrows bridge. GPS also got lost on both of our watches so the splits below are likely inaccurate, though could be accounted for by our pause for pics. On the decent of that very slow bitch of a bridge, Claire and I took turns running ahead taking photos of each other and even paused for a quick runfie with the amazing bridge views. Running at this speed (SO SLOW) and stopping for a picture were both marathon firsts for me. I've never done that as I'm usually very time focused. On the decline, Claire asked if we could stop to stretch for a second. I said "ok," and took the minute to stretch my quads and hips. In that moment of stopping, I realized "oh shit, I'm hurting," and Claire said the same. But we persevered and headed onto First Avenue..
Mile 3 9:12
Mile 4 9:17
Mile 5 9:33
Mile 6 9:24
Mile 7 9:33
Mile 8 9:36
Mile 9 10:10
Mile 10 9:51
Mile 11 10:17
Mile 12 9:58
Mile 13 10:20
Mile 14 10:09
Mile 15 12:14
Mile 16-19: First Avenue – I want to mention that it was so nice having water stops every mile. I didn't wear a hydration belt and loved that hydration (Gatorade and water) was available so frequently. But the trash. Wow. I'm a middle of the packer and couldn't imagine how the back of the pack runners felt. I tripped countless times on cups and honestly though, can't think of a way they could have gotten them off the course except for runners to do a better job trying to aim for trash cans. As we ran on to First Avenue, I was expecting to be wowed. Not saying I wasn't but I'd heard so much hype about First Avenue, the sound coming off the bridge and the spectators and quite honestly it left me a little less than impressed. As we ran deeper into Queens the crowd and the roar grew and that's what I needed at that point. I actually needed it from the moment I transcended from the Queensboro. I was hurting and for the purpose of this recap I want to be completely transparent. I never once thought about quitting or DNFing because no matter how ugly a race this was going to be, I realized the importance of finishing to my kids and to my supporters. Obviously people DNF because of intense injury and I get that but my injuries were nagging, not debilitating. As a parent it's important for me to practice what I preach "you finish what you start," no matter the score, the time, nor your performance. As we came into mile 18, the crowds were infectious but so were the crossers. Crossers of the street that is. I couldn't believe how many spectators just ran through the race course to the opposite side. It was unnerving. This was also a crucial point because I lost Claire. We were hanging on together and then she just disappeared. She later said she saw some friends and went to give them a hug and a "hi," but I didn't notice and just kept running. I won't say I hit a wall per say, but without her by my side I got a little lonely. I continuously scanned the crowd because I kept hearing people say my name, and I don't know why I thought it but I kept thinking maybe my family had surprised me along the course (I knew they'd be at the finish). It's funny because I had run up to 22 miles in training so I knew to just keep one foot in front of the other, but without someone talking to me, I just kept thinking about my left side and the dull ache for countless miles.
Mile 16 13:22
Mile 17 10:09
Mile 18 10:18
Mile 19 10:39
Mile 20-21: The Bronx – I kept looking for Claire and actually became a little teary eyed at this point. I missed having her companionship and looked down at my legs in dismay. "Why won't you go faster?" I asked my legs but was quickly snapped out of it by onlookers cheering for me. That's right I kept reminding myself! "I'm running the world's largest marathon!!!" I remember doing a self assessment during mile 20 right as we were entering the Willis Avenue bridge, often nicknamed "the wall" in this marathon. My shoulders hurt like crazy (that's new) and my abs .. omg my abs! I must have been tense or using bad form (clearly, from the pic below) because my whole upper body hurt. The next day I remember not even being able to touch my shoulders or stomach because of how sore to the touch they both were. It was about this time in the run that I also started seeing people drop. What I mean when I say that is they literally were falling down and not getting up. More ambulances and more people getting swallowed up by this race. It happened at least 3 times in between mile 20 and 22 and I was floored. I mean I knew I wasn't running fast at all but people running in the 4:15-4:30 time group are not typically unprepared. It hit me then, that this wasn't just a hard race for me. It was a hard race for everyone of those 51,000 runners running it, no matter how fast or slow. Because everything was tightening up on me at this point, pace (slow as it had been) was out the window and the last 10k literally became about making it to the end.
Mile 20 11:07
Mile 21 11:35
Miles 22-23: Harlem and Fifth Avenue – coming off the Madison Ave bridge into Harlem, I dug deep. I had glanced down and saw 11 something per mile on my watch and thought, "This can not be an 11 minute mile because that's what my 7 year old daughter runs." But it was. In that moment, an 11 min mile felt like a 8:30-9 min mile. I felt like I was booking it. Mile 23 was a slow gradual incline up Fifth Avenue and it felt like 3 miles to me (think running in quicksand). I kept waiting for a burst of energy because of my Clif bloks, but it didn't come. Looking at race pics you would never guess. Haha, I'm such a good poser!
Mile 22 10:35
Mile 23 11:18
Miles 24-25: Central Park – As I crested Fifth Avenue, I came into Central Park. I was elated. I knew I was almost done and the park looked alive and beautiful. Right as I saw the sign by NYRR that welcomed runners to Central Park, I also saw another ambulance. A man was down and not getting up. I said another prayer for him and kept going. I looked at the faces of the spectators, full of pride and anticipation. I looked at the foliage on the trees in the park and thought about how beautiful fall in the northeast must be. It was at this time that I texted Dustin. I had done this during my first marathon at the 24 mile point to give him a heads up that I was coming so I figured I'd do the same during NYC. I thought my family would be at the finish like other races (little did I know they wouldn't be). What's so funny about this, is NYC is not other races. So of course, I got caught texting by race photographers!!! Ooops! 🙂 I also realized I was shuffling. Not really running. Eek! I'd better step on it and stop having my head in the clouds!
Mile 24 12:27
Mile 25 10:52
Mile 25.5-26.2: TheFinish – As I exited the park onto 59th street, I began crying again. It was almost over and a wave of emotion came over me. I heard the announcer, I saw the country flags lining the course, I saw the jumbotron that was real time playing the finishers as they crossed that finish line and knew I was a minute or so away from finishing this amazing course!!! I gave everything inside me that last 200-400 yards to the finish and in that moment laughed a little because my coach is always telling me to do strides at the end of every easy run and I heard his words in my head telling me to RUN (probably should have done more strides)! I began to really cry (think mascara smudging, double chin inducing, ugly cry). I was wrought with feelings of accomplishment, resignation and pain. My hip literally felt like a thousand needles were stabbing it and my quad strain felt like a quad tear. But it was done and the hardest (yet, most exciting) marathon I've done to date.
Mile 26 10:36
My family wasn't at the finish. I began limping through the finishers chute looking for them but didn't see them anywhere. I received a text from Dust that they were in the family reunion waiting area over at 65th and Central. I was still in the park winding my way around the finishers chute that would pop us out onto Central. I knew from friends that had run this marathon before that it could take 45 minutes or so to "get out." I think I walked a mile or a mile and a half (at least it felt that way) as I walked the 12 blocks from 77th to 65th street. Luckily, I grabbed my finishers poncho which at this point was much needed as the clouds had come over the city about mile 24 and the sun was scarce. I was freezing!!! And hurting. And yet so happy to see my family and friends at the finish. They were so proud of me!
I have to say as much fun as it was to "run for fun," the competitive spirit inside me was a little let down. I truly couldn't have run any faster given my health and training to that point. But finishing this marathon 16 minutes slower than my current personal worst marathon (my first – Chosen Marathon for Adoption in 2010 in 4:18), was slightly discouraging and humbling.
I never claim to be an elite. I don't even call myself fast because those days seem like so long ago. But I thought about my ultimate goal, to BQ, and was like "omg, will I ever get there?" I know so many people's race recaps are filled with positivity and lessons learned. I had to really prod internally for my postmarathon reflection. I KNOW you only get out of training what you put in. Because I was met with some stumbling blocks injury wise, I couldn't train the way I needed to, to even come close to PRing (current PR is 3;57), let alone BQing. And I knew that this race was not a huge PR race (for most) and that the inclines would likely do me in. They didn't but, almost.
I will say when I reflect back to the experience and what it taught me, I can honestly say that marathons, whether raced or simply run, can teach you a lot about life, perseverance and your willingness to live in the moment. I don't mean the typical metaphoric "Life is a marathon, not a sprint," kind of comparison but more of "this is where I'm at and I appreciate it" kind of way. No matter your time – the training, actual running of and completion of a marathon is symbolic to the responsibilities you take on as an adult. Too often in life and in running we are so focused on the future (and yes, goals are good), but that forward focus mentality alienates us from the moments and presence we are currently in. Your willingness to actually live in those moments and appreciate them, good or bad, without looking for to the future constantly hoping for something better. Working, marriage and parenthood all take preparation, serious intention and full devotion. Unlike a marathon though, there's no "I'm done with that," in life unless you are speaking of retirement, divorce or death. But to my point, most marathoners I know, train for one marathon at a time and do what they can given their bodies' response to the training. I realized as I thought about NYC that it was another completed marathon for me, not something to be ashamed of, and something to appreciate for what it was. I ran my 6th marathon through all 5 boroughs of New York and finished. Period. That was were I was at in that moment and I do appreciate it.
Some people have asked me what is next??? And, I don't know. I am giving myself a full month off running and allowing my body to heal (crosstraining) and then discussing with my coach the possibilities of a 2017 marathon that I can do better at. I am trying not to treat this marathon as a stepping stone to the next. It in itself is an accomplishment and what I do next needs not to be about redemption but more of a change in strategy/refocusing of whatever goal that will be. So let's just leave it as TBD.
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Atnarko's Viva Recordings single "This Feeling" has been remixed by Chris Fortier under his Approved Electronic Device moniker, taking the tune down a deep, tribal path and eliciting many late night DJ set inclusions. One of those sets is this recent one from Chris Fortier himself, recorded live and featuring his remix at the mid-point. Have a listen and check out Chris's thoughts at the bottom of the page:
Track List:
- Ability II - Pressure (Luca Lozano Remix) (Major Problems)
- Sossa - Dust (Mobius Strum Remix) (Chronovision)
- Kevin Yost - Message Of Peace (i Records)
- Ananda Project - Free Me (Doug Gomez Merecumbe Soul Drumz Mix) (Nite Grooves)
- 3lias & Ali Ajami - Audio Culture (John Debo Remix) (Mindwarp)
- Aniie - Desert God (Kimball Collins & Rudiment Remix) (Magician On Duty)
- Atnarko - This Feeling (Chris Fortier Remix) (Viva Recordings)
- atish - Peculiar Colors (Dance Spirit Remix) (Manjumasi)
- Jay Tripwire - Down With The System (promo)
- Cosmonauts - Ramble (LNOE)
- Depeche Mode - Where's the Revolution (Patrice Baumel Remix) (Columbia)
- BOg - 0901 (Bedrock)
- Approved Electronic Device – Sleight Of Hand (unsigned promo)
Chris Fortier on this DJ mix: "This is a recording of a recent gig. It's the first hour of a set that builds over three hours. I am always trying to showcase the best new music and sounds that I can, trying to inspire the dance floor and myself. There are a lot of cool tracks from artists that are fairly new as well as ones that have been staples in my sets for 20 years, like Kevin Yost and Ananda Project. The first record is a new remix of an early '90s techno classic. In the mix is a track from my first DJ inspiration, Kimball Collins, who is back to making music again in the last year and really smashing it with his partner Rudiment. Also, there's John Debo remixing things up from his Mindwarp label with his delicate touch, and so much more. Hope those that listen will get a taste of this night and find themselves getting locked into the groove."
On his AED project: "Approved Electronic Device – or AED as it is sometimes known – happened a bit by chance. After a remix under that name caught on I decided to expand on it and do a full EP as AED. It did well with DJs and press, so from there I knew I was on to something and, at the core, I dug the name. The sound is on the deeper and dubbier side of house … I have made tracks and remixes similar under my own name in years past, so it isn't anything like a new sound, but more like a fresh artist start to see where it can take me."
On Atnarko: "I have known Atnarko for 20 years now, I think. We were both in Orlando and he was making breakbeat-oriented tracks under another name. He shifted away from breaks and made his first four-on-the-floor track which I ended up signing to Fade. I was always impressed with his tracks and also that he was carving out his own sound in Orlando. My remix of "This Feeling" is part of our continuing relationship, in work and friendship. Kindred spirits, I guess."
Atnarko - This Feeling (Approved Electronic Device Remixes) is out now on Viva Recordings. Check it out HERE.


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Odds are you'll like the Judge Davis Trail
Stupid me, whenever I think about Cache Creek, I automatically default to "casino."
I forget that there's, like, a creek there. And rolling, oak-studded hillsides. And verdant valleys. And, you know, wildlife and stuff.
So, to remind myself that there is life – teeming, vibrant life that doesn't revolve around a roulette wheel – along the creek that runs through Yolo, Colusa and Lake counties, I decided to locate this month's "Fresh Tracks" in the area.
The plan was to find a trail that leads to the creek, encompassing all the greenery of the area, not including the green felt of the poker tables. After all, I'd fallen into something of a trail rut recently, dividing time among Lake Tahoe, Auburn and the Bay Area. It felt akin to always playing the same slot machines when you completely ignore the craps table.
Was I ready for something new? You bet.
Turns out, a jackpot of trail heads line highways 16 and 20, and I'd wager that nearly all of them either terminate at or cross Cache Creek. The problem – and it's a good problem – is deciding which to do.
The Red Bud Trail?
Cache Creek Ridge?
Cowboy Camp?
Judge Davis Trail?
Eagle Rocks Loop?
High Bridge Trail?
They all looked attractive and completely doable for hikers and trail runners. But, like a blackjack player paralyzed by indecision on whether or not to hit on 17, I couldn't choose. It was a bit of a gamble, I know, but I decided to pick the one with most intriguing name. It's what clueless horse players do when picking an exacta, after all.
So Judge Davis it was. I figured there must be some great back story behind the judge. Maybe I could make the wisecrack that the trail is as crooked as he was.
Exhaustive research (uh, a quick Google search) took me to the Yolo Superior Court website, where visitors could download a PDF of retired Judge James L. Stevens Jr.'s book, "Judges of Yolo County, 1850-1985."
And there I found a photo of the stern visage of one Isaac E. Davis, sporting an impressive gray beard. He served from 1857-62. Much to my chagrin, he was neither corrupt nor particularly colorful, though it's curious that he was selected for the bench despite not being an attorney or having "any known legal training."
Apparently, Isaac moved to Yolo to be closer to his son, Jerome, whose vast ranch holdings extended throughout the county, including what now is Davis and UC Davis. Hence, the origin of the city's name.
History aside, Google also returned several hits about the trail itself, where it starts, where it leads, what to expect. The best resource was Jordan Summers' seminal guidebook, "60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Sacramento" (Menasha Ridge Press), but I also enjoyed reading other footloose wilderness trekkers' assessments of the Judge Davis Trail.
The website www.yolohiker.org pronounces the hike "very open, and the views are fabulous." A user named "El Remaro" on www.everytrail.com reports he saw newts, quail and the track marks of deer.
A poster named "thetennisguy" on www.trimbleoutdoors.com praises the "Yellow Pine trees and Blue Oaks" and added wild turkeys to the wildlife list. He also warns that "This is not a hike to do in the summer; summer is just too hot."
Kevin Gong of http://kevingong.com complains about the wind kicking up his allergies and how, a little over a mile into the trek, the trail signs are so confusing that he wound up taking a wrong turn and eventually found himself surrounded by heavy brush.
And Ted Muller of Ted's Outdoor World ( http://tedmuller.us) obsesses about possible mountain lion sightings and turned back after a mile, saying the trail left him "disenchanted."
One other interesting Google search note: Seems everybody has a different distance for the out-and-back trail that starts off Highway 20 and finishes along the Cache Creek banks before retracing steps back. Summers in "60 Hikes" says it is 11.5 miles; Yolo Hiker says 10 miles; "El Remaro" says 8.5 miles; http://alltrails.com says 11 miles.
With such disparate accounts, the only thing to do was to judge the Judge Davis Trail for myself.
At least everyone could agree about the location of the trail head. The paved parking area, with pit toilets, is located on the left side of the road exactly 0.10 of a mile after a small sign welcoming you to Lake County. Yolo Hiker also helpfully points out that the trail head comes right after the white post mile marker reading "46.07."
Once you're parked, the start of the hike can be confusing, but I felt confident I knew the correct way after reading 20 online dissections of the trail. I can confirm that all the reports telling you not to start on the fire road just to the left of the toilets are absolutely spot-on. That way leads you to another trail; never mind which one. You will want to head to the right, past a sign with an arrow saying only "trail" and go about 25 yards to a dirt trail between two wooden posts.
The trail parallels Highway 20 for only a tenth of a mile before it winds southwest away from civilization. A half-mile in, you will reach a junction with the Cache Creek Ridge Trail veering left. Follow the sign to the right for "Judge Davis."
That's when the climbing begins. No one mentioned so much climbing so early in the course. By the time you reach the top of the ridge at the 1.3-mile mark, past some fairly runnable switchbacks, you will have climbed 527 feet. (Only on the return trip, coming downhill over the same terrain, do you notice the lupine and clover stubbornly hanging on even in summer.)
You'll be ready for a little break by the time you reach the summit of the first ridge (actually, the high point of the entire hike, at 2,227 feet).
You'll need that break to get your bearings and figure out the confusing signage, as alluded to by the online scribes. The confusion actually begins about 0.2 of a mile before the junction with the Cache Creek Ridge Trail. A fire road suddenly appears on your right. Do not turn right and go up the fire road. Instead, merge with the road and keep following it left. When you reach the Y junction, that's when you take the trail to the right. It's confusing because the sign post on the right says "Cache Creek 4 mi." But if you look closely near the bottom, you'll notice that a helpful soul has written in small white letters, "JDT." You will want to head right and downhill toward the creek.
Once assured that you are on the correct trail, it's mostly rolling downhills to the creek. The terrain is primarily open space, so it gets hot in the summer, and the openness gives the purported mountain lions plenty of opportunity to spot and stalk you. However, there are some spectacular, gnarled manzanita bushes amid the sage and greasewood. You'll also hit several copses of blue oaks at which you can stop for a respite or picnic.
Because the trail is well groomed and mostly absent of rock gardens, you can be safe in peering down into the gorgeous views of Wilson Valley, but you'll neither see nor hear Cache Creek until you are less than half a mile from it on an overlook. Summers, in "60 Hikes," suggests stopping at the creek's edge near a distinctive foothill pine and waiting for the wildlife to shows itself. Remember, too, that most of the 2,600 feet of elevation gain comes on the return trip. Summers writes of seeing a bald eagle nesting near the creek banks, so that's worth sitting a spell to see.
No such luck for me. I was lucky to have encountered no mountain lions, but, heck, I didn't even see a single lizard, newt or turkey vulture. Also, I did have the trail to myself for the two-hour round trip (by the way, my GPS watch measured it at 10.6 miles).
Whatever the distance – 11.5, 8.5, 10 – this trek givers a glimpse of a part of Northern California that many of us never get to see in our haste to try our luck at the gambling den. And the great thing about choosing the Judge Davis Trail over Cache Creek Casino: You'll only burn calories, not your hard-earned paycheck.
Lake County
Trail length: 10.6 miles
Elevation gain: 2,600 feet
Directions to trailhead: From Sacramento, take Interstate 5 north to the Williams exit (Highway 20). Take Highway 20 west for 22.6 miles. Just past the Colusa-Lake County border, turn left into the trail head parking lot. Alternate directions: Take I-505 to Highway 16, and travel about 30 miles to the junction with Highway 20. Turn left and go to the county line and park at the trail head.
Route: From the trailhead, go about 25 yards to the right of the toilets until you find a single-track trail starting between two wooden posts. (Do not go to the fire road just to the left of the toilets.) The Judge Davis Trail parallels Highway 20 for the first 0.1 of a mile before veering left. At 0.5 miles, veer right at a junction to continue of the Davis trail uphill, weaving through switchbacks. At 1.3 miles, a junction appears. Go right downhill (southwest) on a trail marked "Cache Creek 4 mi." with a hand-printed "JDT" scrawled underneath. Continue on the trail over rolling ridges and down to the creek. Retrace steps back to the trail head.
Difficulty: Moderate.
Exposure: Mostly exposed to sun.
Toilets: Yes
Water: No
Parking: Free
Poison oak possibility: Minimal
Probability of getting lost: Mind the junction at the 1.3-mile mark
Will there be blood? Not really. There aren't many rocks and roots to dodge, but the star thistle, that notorious invasive weed, will scratch your shins.


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Trainee Police Controller Officer (999 calls) - Flexible
- Recruiter
- Thames Valley Police
- Location
- Oxford, Oxfordshire
- Salary
- Circa £26,851 pro rata
- Posted
- 06 Apr 2018
- Closes
- 30 Apr 2018
- Ref
- Category
- Call Centre, Customer Service, Public Sector
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Flexible
Trainee Contact Management Centre Officer
Band 2E £26,851 per annum pro rata INCLUSIVE of up to maximum 34% Primetime shift allowance. Progression based on performance.
Are you looking for a job role where no two days will be the same? Where you will help provide a vital service to the public, which will often be in situations when they need it the most. If so Thames Valley Police are looking to recruit you to join the fast-paced world of the Contact Management Centre.
As a Trainee Contact Management Centre Officer you will deal with 999 and 101 calls from members of the public at our contact management centre based in Kidlington, which operates 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. As the first point of contact to all incoming calls, you will need to reassure the caller whilst gathering as much information as possible, to help our Police Officers deal with emergency situations and make your neighbourhood safer.
You will receive structured on and off the job training, personalised tutoring and all the encouragement and support you need through our comprehensive apprenticeship programme. This will result in you being able to appropriately respond to incoming calls and evaluate the urgency and of an incident in what can be a life-critical situation. On successful completion of the program, you will be confirmed in the post and receive a nationally recognised certificate in contact handling as well as receiving an increase in pay.
The Essentials
A successful candidate will be resilient, reliable and able to cope in a pressured environment with the ability to remain calm in a variety of situations. You must be able to use your own initiative and professional judgement to solve problems and identify risk and vulnerability. An ability to be able to listen and question well, displaying empathy and tact is also essential. A good aptitude to navigate IT systems is required along with a willingness to learn bespoke in-house systems. Prior to an interview, you will be required to take an operator test which will include the ability to type 30 words per minute.
Please note that GCSEs (grade 9-4/A-C) or equivalent in English and Maths is required for this role, regardless of any higher qualifications attained in other subjects/fields. You will be required to bring along the original certificates to interview so that a member of the interview panel can verify and take a copy for our records. You, therefore, may wish to start requesting these documents in advance to avoid delay later on in the process.
Providing you are over the age of 18 we encourage applications from all age groups and demographics.
If you are an experienced emergency service contact handler, please complete the Emergency Service Contact Handler Transferee application form instead.
Part-Time /Flexible Shifts are available, however, the initial training will be delivered on full-time hour's basis for a short period of time.
Please note if you have been interviewed and were unsuccessful for the Trainee Contact Management Centre Officer role you must wait six months prior to reapplying. If your application is successful, you will need to complete 12 months in this role before you could apply for other internal vacancies. Only one application at a time is accepted for the Trainee Police Controller/ Contact Management Centre Officer role so please do not apply for multiple vacancies/locations.
If you have any queries you can contact People Services Recruitment Department on 0845 2 66 66 77 (internal 301 6500) quoting reference 999.
The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Monday 30th April 2018.
Please be aware that we will be advertising on a rolling recruitment basis and should you be successful you will be placed into the next available intake, which will be from May 2018 onwards.
Events: We recommend you come to one of our recruitment events at our Contact Management Centre in Kidlington. These are a fantastic opportunity to learn more about the role and ask any questions you might have. Click apply and learn more online...


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Just over a week ago now (Friday, 23rd March) attendees of the WonderCon event in Anaheim, California, were given the opportunity to watch a special screening of the first/pilot episode of Reverie.
Since then there have been several articles posted online by bloggers and journalists that were there. I thought it worth taking a little time to highlight a couple of them with slightly different takes on things.
Warning: These articles do include descriptions of plot elements which could be considered spoilers by those wanting to go into show fresh when it finally airs.
First up is a piece by Derek Vigeant at the TVweb site. Derek is enthusiastic about what he saw. He singles out lead Sarah Shahi in particular for praise:
Shahi is absolutely fantastic as the lead and it continues to baffle me that this woman hasn't been the lead on more shows. She demonstrates the intelligence and determination of someone that could quickly acclimate to being inside the Reverie.
Dennis Haysbert, Sendhil Ramamurthy, and Jessica Lu are noted as not playing major parts in this episode but sees hints as to their future developments. Kathryn is not named in the article but mention of "big brother sticking their nose in things" is almost certainly a nod towards her DoD official's involvement. Derek has concerns about the weekly procedural aspect getting "stuck in a rut" but that things like the DoD should help prevent that.
The overall fairly positive TVweb piece ends on a hopeful note:
As long as Reverie continues to grow and develop like the [VR] program itself they should have plenty to offer as this series debuts this summer on NBC.
You can read Derek Vigeant's piece in full on the TVweb site HERE.
Over at the 4 Your Excitement site, Stephanie Coats has a slightly less upbeat take on the show. It kicks off with the title 'Doesn't Live Up To Its Dreams' and continues in the first paragraph:
Picture Inception but less gritty and less stylized, sprinkle in some of the elements of Black Mirror's "San Junipero", and add more commentary on cell phone addiction, then you'll have a fairly good idea what Reverie is like.
Stephanie's piece is more of a description of the story elements than a detailed critique and continues in the final summing up:
As it stands after episode one, there is little that is new, clever, or intriguing to get you hooked. Almost every idea feels lifted from another show or movie. Reverie is lighter, both in tone and look, than its sources of inspiration.
Stephanie Coats' article can be read HERE on the 4YE site.
Thank you to both Derek and Stephanie for writing up their thoughts on Reverie. We look forward to forming our own opinions later this year.


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FAQ: Frequently asked questions
In this list you find the frequently asked questions and answers. Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any further questions.
1. Where can I see the Kast van een Huis Collection in my country.
Answer: Find a dealer near you on the dealer page.
2. Which interior choices do I have in the Amsterdam collection cupboards.
Answer: The interior has 4 shelves and an optional clothesbar.
3. Where can I buy items from the collection?
Answer: You can order the cabinets online in our webshop or contact one of our dealers.
4. How do I order online?
Answer: Your purchase will normally go like this: Go to the menu item "webshop". Click on the product you would like to buy. Fill in all required fields and click the 'shopping cart' button. When you are ready to finalise your purchase, click on 'cash register' You see a list with all the products you've added. If everything is correct, click the 'confirm and buy' button to confirm your order. On this page you fill in your name and address, delivery address. Finaly click the 'continue' button. You will then see a final confirmation page and also receive an email confirming your order.
5. Will the cabinets be delivered assembled?
Answer: Standard cabinets will be delivered flat packed.
Customized models can be delivered assembled for delivery in the Netherlands and Belgium. For deliveries to other countries the cabinets come in 3 packages with a very clear assembly instruction included. Flat packed is the best way to prevent the cabinet from damaging during transport.
6. Are the wardrobes easy to install?
Answer: The cabinets come with a very clear assembly instruction and are not difficult to assemble.
7. We have no dealer in the country we live in. How can we order?
Answer: You can order in our webshop and we are able to arrange transport to almost every country in the world.
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How Kinder Morgan Energy Partners Could Profit From the EPA's Carbon Rule
Not all companies will suffer because of the EPA's recent decision to mandate emission caps on carbon. And the list of companies that stand to benefit goes well beyond the realm of alternative energy. If states adapt a cap-and-trade policy to meet the EPA's goal, it's very possible that Kinder Morgan Energy Partners could turn carbon pollution into an additional revenue stream. Thanks to an oil extraction technique already used by Denbury Resources and Occidental Petroleum , CO2 has value as a commodity, and Kinder Morgan Energy Partners is best positioned to take advantage of it.
Tune into the video below to find out how this oil extraction technique and the EPA's carbon emission regulations could open a whole new market, and how it could benefit Kinder Morgan.
America's $600 billion energy problem means invest in these three stocks today
A dark specter is looming that is ready to stop America's Energy boom right in its tracks, and no one is talking about it. This one critical element could cost us over $600 billion, but every day we wait that number grows and grows. The U.S. government thinks investment in this sector is so important, even the Internal Revenue Service will give you a free pass if you invest in this select group of stocks. Our analysts at The Motley Fool have combed over this special class of stocks and we have identified three that could make you rich! Find out the names of these IRS-gift-wrapped stocks in our special report "3 Stocks The IRS Is Begging You to Buy." Simply click here and we'll give you free access to this valuable investing resource.
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Small Group Ministry
What is Small Group Ministry?
Small Group Ministry at UUCB is a way to help people connect at a deeper level within the congregation. Small Group members typically meet every other week and focus on a topic of spiritual growth. Group members attend to the ministry of their fellow group members as they get to know and care for each other.
Groups are a gathering of six to eleven people focusing on a topic or issue, lead by a trained facilitator, bound by a covenant that establishes how often to meet and how long each session lasts.
Why Small Group Ministry?
It is a way for people to have opportunities for what James Luther Adams calls "ultimacy and intimacy" which means to have a safe place to explore the spiritual values at the heart of the topics or issues. As a group develops, the topics and level of sharing can grow deep and intimate.
How does it work?
Each group agrees on how to be with each other in pursuing the topics or issues, with the facilitator keeping the process and the group on track. Groups develop at their own pace.
Each group opens the meeting with a chalice lighting, a reading, and a check-in before the topic or issue is pursued, to be followed by "likes and wishes" as a check-out and a closing reading.
Who can join Small Group Ministry?
Groups are open to members and non-members, as long as the group does not exceed ten people. When the group goes beyond ten, a second group may be formed if there is a facilitator for the group.
How to join a Small Group.
Any time is a good time to sign up and join Small Group Ministry.
- January Sign-up
January is a particularly good (and easy) time to join. Just sign up on the lists in the Fireside Room! In February, when the new groups begin, each facilitator will contact all the members about the first meeting.
- Other Times of Year
During the regular year, you can also join a group. Contact the office for a list of open groups accepting new members. Then get in touch with a facilitator. The facilitator can let you know if there is room in the group and if it is a good time to add a new person to the conversation. The facilitator will need to check with the rest of the group as part of this process before fully responding to a request.


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Salmon Saved From Epidemic Thanks to Virus Discovery
Image credit: Wikimedia Commons
Farmed Atlantic salmon make up a popular portion of the more than 110 million ton-farmed fish industry—but a deadly and, until now, mysterious affliction threatens the commercial future of the fish.
New research, however, may help researchers save Atlantic salmon on farms and in the wild.
Image credit: fotoroto/Flickr
Heart and skeletal muscle inflammation is an often fatal disease first discovered in Norway in 1999. Since then, it has spread through Norway and the United Kingdom, infecting more than 400 fish farms.
The disease, which destroys heart and muscle tissues, kills 20 percent of infected fish and may not be limited to aquaculture. Because farmed fish often escape their pens, or come into contact with nearby wild populations, it is feared that the disease may jump off the farm—possibly creating a large-scale epidemic.
Fish farms often allow contact with nearby wild populations. Image credit: Wikimedia Commons
Now, new research has identified a previously unknown virus as the potential cause of Heart and skeletal muscle inflammation. Gustavo Palacios, who led the research, explained:
Our data provide compelling evidence that HSMI is associated with infection with a new reovirus...while there is no evidence that this could spread to humans, it is a threat to aquaculture and it has the potential to spread to wild salmon
Though more research will be needed to confirm the reovirus is the cause of the disease, scientists are not waiting to find a solution: Research in Norway is already underway to develop a vaccine for the virus.
Read more about salmon:
Researchers Make White LED Light Bulbs using Salmon DNA
Pitting Salmon Against Agribusiness
30,000 Farmed Salmon Make A Break For It


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2016 Catskill Center Annual Report
The Catskill Center's 2016 Annual Report
At the Summer Gathering on July 15, 2017, the Catskill Center released its 2016 Annual Report. This report detailed the hard work and successes of the Catskill Center over the past year and thanks our members and donors for their efforts to make our work possible!
Read The Catskill Center's 2016 Annual Report
Since 1969, the Catskill Center has led the effort to protect the Catskills. Our Mission is to protect and foster the environmental, cultural and economic well-being of the Catskill region


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Manufacturers have every reason to be optimistic about the year ahead following an encouraging MACH 2018, says Dave Atkinson, UK head of manufacturing at Lloyds Bank.
UK manufacturers are in a strong position. Since the start of the year we've seen order books grow and optimism continue to rise. And the sector is confident about future job creation, too, with half of firms telling us they plan to create new jobs in the coming year.
Of course, the UK's decision to leave the EU caused some initial uncertainty, but manufacturers are agile and recognise the opportunity this has brought, particularly regarding overseas trade. We're seeing firms that have never thought about exporting now capitalising on the opportunities to do business with new markets.
And we're here to help them on this journey. We've recently reaffirmed our commitment to the sector with a pledge to provide £3bn of new lending to SME and Mid Markets manufacturing firms over the next three years. This will help businesses to achieve growth, fund equipment and facility upgrades and finance wider investment objectives.
But it isn't just about financial investment. Developing the next generation of manufacturing engineers is crucial to ensuring we've got a pipeline of talent ready to run and elevate the industry in the decades to come. That's why we are continuing to invest £1m a year at the Lloyds Bank Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre in Coventry which will bring a further 500 apprentices, graduates and engineers into industry by 2020.
It is these graduates that will be leading the charge on Industry 4.0, bringing fresh ideas and new thinking to the sector. Manufacturing is constantly evolving and investment in automation, robotics and other new technologies will help to unlock the benefits of the next industrial revolution, including increased productivity, which remains an ongoing challenge.
The topic was a key theme at MACH 2018, the manufacturing conference held in Birmingham in April and sponsored by Lloyds Bank. The important thing is that Industry 4.0 is not something that is yet to happen – it is already here. At MACH, we learnt about manufacturers that are already harnessing the power of Industry 4.0 to increase productivity and boost innovation.
Yet it is not just manufacturing giants that are benefiting. Forward-thinking SMEs are also capitalising on the opportunities, recognising that to make the most of automation and data exchange, they need a strategy for the successful interplay between their people, their machines and their data.
Another crucial point for businesses to remember is that investing in automation and other manufacturing innovations doesn't necessarily require large-scale investment. Technology is available that can be fitted to existing machinery, enabling automation and data tool solutions, but without the outlay on new equipment. A supportive bank partner will be able to advise businesses on what products and solutions are available to fund these investments.
Manufacturing has been the best-performing part of the UK economy so far in 2018 and it remains the engine of economic growth. The sector's future prosperity now depends on investment, innovation and ambition. Industry 4.0 is at the heart of this.
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Head of Engineering Ref: HOE/445/01
- Recruiter
- Barnaby Stewart Executive Search
- Location
- Midlands
- Salary
- £80K Base, Full Executive Package, Negotiable bonus
- Posted
- 11 Apr 2019
- Closes
- 10 May 2019
- Ref
- Sector
- Energy, Utilities, Engineering
- Function
- Maintenance, Operations
- Job Type
- Senior Executive
- Hours
- Permanent
Our client is a leading supplier and manufacturer of high specification / integrity valves, valve management and aftermarket support within the Power and Oil & Gas sectors. They supply a comprehensive range of valve products and services to provide enhanced performance.
The Role
- You will work closely with the UK Managing Director supporting and managing the continued development of the engineering team, product development and aftermarket support.
- You will contribute significantly to the value management process maximising buildability, minimising costs and lead times through class leading engineering.
The Requirement
- You will be degree educated within engineering and have experience within the Oil & Gas and Power sectors.
- You will be an exceptional, motivational leader. A first-class communicator and be able to lead by example through a large mixed discipline workforce and direct reports.
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Lori: I'd been waiting for July 21 since we moved this trip up from August to July. Today I would see the Walnut Grove Little House Pageant!!!
I should explain. I am a lifelong avid reader, and growing up, the "Little House on the Prairie" books were some of my very favorites. I was a huge fan -- I read all the books multiple times, I watched the TV show, and I was even Laura for Halloween one year. I apologize in advance -- this part of the trip report is heavy on the experiences, and light on the food. Sorry, it just wasn't the focus that day.
We started our day at Lange's Cafe.
The Langes are very proud of their Roadfood listings -- the lobby is decorated with three Roadfood posters, and they mention the listing on their pie menu also.
Sadly, they were already out of caramel rolls around 9:00 am on Saturday. No real surprise, but we were sorry to have missed them. Ralph had the stuffed hash browns, which were quite good. The potatoes were soft on the top and crispy on the bottom, They were stuffed with ham and cheese, and made a great breakfast. I had the strawberry waffle, which was a little crisp for my tastes, but the fresh strawberries and cream topping were delicious, as was the excellent bacon on the side.
Ralph: The stuffed hash browns started off very greasy, but then improved a bit.
Lori: Of course, we couldn't leave without sampling one of Lange's legendary pies. We tried their take on sour cream raisin. It was superb, with a darker cream and a winy tang that came from plenty of raisins. The crust wasn't as good as those at the Farmer's Kitchen, but it was a great piece of pie.
We next visited Pipestone National Monument, a sacred place to Native Americans because a soft red stone called "pipestone" is mined there. Pipestone is carved into pipes used for prayer -- many believe that when you pray with the pipe, the smoke carries the prayer to the Great Spirit. I definitely felt much like I do when visiting a beautiful church as we walked the trail though the national park. Even if you are not at all a spiritual person, Pipestone is a place of quiet natural beauty. The prairie tallgrass that once covered the Midwest is preserved here, and there is a short walking trail that winds through prairie, rock formations and waterfalls. It was a peaceful, beautiful place, and we were glad to have visited it.
We next went on to Walnut Grove, the town closest to the setting of Laura Ingalls Wilder's third book, On the Banks of Plum Creek. We started out in the very crowded Laura Ingalls Wilder museum and gift shop. The museum has one room with period artifacts and replicas that relate to the books, and gives a timeline of the family's time living in the area. The other room is filled with memorabilia related to the television show, which was set in Walnut Grove, MN. The museum also has a complex of replica and actual period buildings filled with antiques not necessarily related to pioneer life, but certainly life as it was in Walnut Grove in times past. Some of the rooms in "Grandma's House" (a Victorian-looking house) were a real hodgepodge of antiques. Most interestingly, they had a sod house replica. The Ingalls family lived in a sod house when they first came to Plum Creek, and they are tiny. It is really hard to imagine two adults sharing this space, let alone two adults and three children.
Our lunch was some unmemorable fair food at the small festival set up in a park near the museum. The festival was small but nice -- there were some good crafters and several food vendors. We were surprised to find two bubble tea booths -- it turns out that Walnut Grove has 250 Hmong immigrants. These immigrants came to Walnut Grove in need of a place to call home, and the town seems to have welcomed them with open arms. There is even a mural on one building that pictures idyllic scenes of prairie life but has added a large figure of a prairie girl arm in arm with a Hmong girl. Here is a link to a photo of it posted by Adrienne Lobl, who assisted the mural's creator, Greg Wimmer.
Ralph: I had the advantage of Lori for food, because we had a slice of pie left from the Farmer's Kitchen and she was hesitant to eat it.
It was fascinating to realize that small-town America really can be a place where you can get bubble tea with your funnel cake. Lori later found this article which implies that the original reason the Hmong moved to Walnut Grove was the way it was portrayed on the TV show.
Lori: Next, we took the bus tour. We boarded a school bus and one of the pageant's actresses gave us a tour of spots mentioned in the book, including hearing the church bell that Pa Ingalls went without new boots to help purchase, approximate locations of landmarks in the book, and a visit to Plum Creek and the site of the dugout house the family first lived in. It was an interesting way to spend an hour, although it included a lot of "well, we think it was about here."
Next, we attended a "pageant supper" at St. Olaf Lutheran Church. Several community groups and churches each take a turn providing a pageant supper which is likely a wonderful fundraiser for them. Certainly, the dining room was packed, and the food was excellent. We had hot turkey and gravy sandwiches, fruit cups, cole slaw and sour cream and raisin pie. Ralph was sorry that there was no hot dish on the menu, but otherwise it was great. Everything tasted home-cooked and while nothing was a standout, all the food was very good, and cheerfully served by the parishioners.
Ralph: I'm really glad we went to the Lutheran church supper; it was so much like the mental image I'd formed from years of listening to A Prairie Home Companion that it gave me that odd sensation of finding something to be more stereotypical than I expect.
Lori: Finally it was time for the pageant. It takes place in an outdoor "natural amphitheater," which is to say that they've built an outdoor stage at the bottom of a hill. It's a good set-uo for the purpose, with sections of reserved chairs and space behind these seats for blankets and lawn chairs. Every reserved seat was taken, it was a sold-out crowd, which is apparently the norm. Ralph figured out that there were more people in the reserved seats than the population of Walnut Grove, MN -- a fact also referred to by the emcee for the evening. The hillside seating was filled also -- this pageant attracts an amazing number of visitors! As the crowd filtered in, we were entertained by the "Pageant Singers," a group of locals who aren't in the production, they just entertain while folks are taking their seats.
Next, we got a real treat. Alison Arngrim, the actress who portrayed Nellie Oleson was making appearances that day, and she gave a short presentation about her life on the "Little House" show. Alison has gone on to become a successful stand-up comedian and author, and she was really hysterical to listen to.
Finally, twilight came and the pageant, "The Fragments of a Dream," began. I first saw the covered wagon start making its way through the field behind the stage while Alison Arngrim was finishing speaking. I know it's just a horse-drawn wagon with a canvas top, but to me it was a magical sight! The pageant is good, and uses music, cute children, live animals and a few neat effects, like building a church onstage and a prairie fire. It is based on the books, but is not word-for-word faithful to them -- they drew on local history also, making it an unusual piece. All of the performers are locals, and while it's pretty off-Broadway, the heart and spirit everyone involved puts into the pageant just glows.
As the first act wound down (there are two acts), we started to see ominous flashes of lightning from far off. They came closer and closer during intermission, and the intermission was prolonged by these weather worries. While we were sorry to wait, everyone was extremely kind and friendly, and we enjoyed chatting with the semi-locals. Finally, at 10:40 pm they announced that weather was on its way, and they'd decide whether or not they could do the second act around 11 pm. This was a problem for us, because our B&B for the night was about an hour away, and they were already staying up late to check us in. We ended up deciding to leave because we felt fairly certain the pageant wasn't going to go on, and we could make the drive dry or wet! I deeply regret missing the second act, but it was the right decision given the weather. And, given that we'd been driving through so many drought-stricken areas on this trip, we really just hoped that places that needed rain got some.
We then drove through some pretty spectacular prairie storms and dramatic lightning to New Ulm, MN, where we would be staying at the Deutsch Strasse Bed and Breakfast. Our host, Gary, let us in, and we pretty much fell into bed after a long and fun day.
Ralph: The open prairie made the lightning storm really spectacular. We could see dazzling chains stretching across half the sky. We didn't actually get much rain, but we hope that others did.


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BBC America Importing Three Comedy Series
BBC America acquired three British comedies for U.S. distribution, the network announced.
Monty Python's Flying Circus will make its return to U.S. television on BBC America May 26. BBC America picked up four seasons of the series, as well as Fliegender Zirkus, a special edition of the series produced in Germany.
The network also picked up season three of The Graham Norton Show. BBC America will broadcast new episodes of the show shortly after they debut in the United Kingdom, with the goal of "keeping American audiences in the loop while their favorite stars are in London," according to the network. The Graham Norton Show will debut April 26.
And BBC America picked up 13 episodes of sitcom Not Going Out, which will premiere May 2.


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Starbucks Rolls Out Delivery Service In Six Major U.S. Cities
Dreams really do come true. Starbucks will now be available for delivery in six major U.S. cities. The coffee giant made the exciting announcement on Tuesday (Jan. 22), revealing they will be partnering with Uber Eats to bring your favorite treats right to your door.
"We know we have untapped customer demand for Starbucks Delivers in the U.S. and starting today, we're expanding our best-in-class experience to our customers both in and out of our stores," Roz Brewer, group president, and chief operating officer for Starbucks, said in the company's press release. "We're building on key learnings from past delivery pilots and by integrating our ordering technology directly with Uber Eats, we've unlocked the ability to bring Starbucks to customers for those times when they're not able to come to us."
So, where exactly will Starbucks be available for delivery? Residents of San Francisco, California will be the first Starbucks-goers able to order their caffeinated beverage of choice via Uber Eats. Over the next few weeks, Starbucks delivery will be available in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, D.C., and Boston, as well.
By the end of the rollout, Starbucks aims to have Uber Eats couriers picking up Starbucks foodstuffs from one-quarter of their locations. According to Starbucks, people will be able to order 95% of its menu on the Uber Eats app under the new service. Orders will have also have a $2.49 delivery fee attached, as well.
Will you be ordering Starbucks via Uber Eats?
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How to Keep School Expenses Down in a Tech World
Keeping school expenses down in a technology-driven world can be a little tricky at first. However, once you've researched certain products, retailers and other websites, you should have a better idea of how to spend and save.
Keeping School Expenses Down
Laptops, tablet computers and smart phones are only a few of the tech gadgets high on students' wish lists. Increasingly, these electronic tools are playing an important role in higher education. Learn ten ways students can equip themselves with the tech gear they need without breaking the bank.
1. Prioritize wants and needs.
Electronics today have amazing capabilities that make them very appealing. Deciding which devices you really require for school - versus those for entertainment - is an important step toward not overspending on tech products. Before buying anything, assess what capabilities you need.
2. Identify the right tech tools.
When you know what you need, do your research to find the product that will provide the best return on your investment. For starters, buy one device that will perform all of the functions you need, rather than multiple gadgets geared for different uses. Consult consumer websites to identify quality products that provide lasting value.
3. Find the best price.
Prices for technology devices like computers and cell phones can vary considerably between vendors. Check a variety of sources to find the best deal on products. Visit online retailers, traditional sales outlets, discount websites and other sources known for selling products at discounted prices.
4. Account for hidden costs.
Tech gadgets often come with expenses beyond the cost of purchase. Remember to consider additional potential costs, including product accessories, software, equipment upgrades, subscription services, warranty plans and other add-ons that can significantly increase the total cost of ownership.
5. Consider used or refurbished products.
Traditional and online retailers both feature deals on 'open box' or refurbished computers, phones and other technology devices. Buying used products can allow you to save considerably, though it's important to deal only with reputable vendors who will back up the quality of products. Check user ratings to identify reputable online sales outlets, or look for refurbished sale sections on manufacturers' own websites.
6. Take advantage of student status.
Students are eligible for bargains in all kinds of retail environments. Computer manufacturers, for example, often feature special deals for people in college. Student discounts can also be found at stores, particularly those on or near campus. Discounted computers and software are common tech perks students enjoy.
7. Make use of free trials.
Much of the software required to complete college coursework - particularly in specialized fields - is expensive, even with student discounts. Utilizing free trials can allow you to use software free of charge for short periods. You may ultimately need to buy a product, but you'll at least know you really need it.
8. Find the right service plans.
Gadgets often come with monthly bills for usage. Staying on a family cell phone plan is a way to save some money on smart phone usage. Shopping around for the least expensive Internet provider is also a good idea. Be wary of over-buying when choosing service plans, instead selecting plans that best fit your usage.
9. Avoid putting gadgets on a credit card.
It's much better to save up for electronics than it is to put devices on a credit card. Interest paid over time can make electronic tools much more expensive than they would otherwise be. This interest can effectively negate a great deal you might have found on a gadget.
10. Use the Internet for entertainment.
There's no need to pay expensive cable or satellite TV fees each month. Many websites feature free, legal access to television shows. DVDs and CDs are also unnecessary expenses given that free and low-cost streaming alternatives are available online.
Learn about ten expenses students can eliminate to save money.
To continue researching, browse degree options below for course curriculum, prerequisites and financial aid information. Or, learn more about the subject by reading the related articles below:


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GO CarbonFibre Recycling 2015
GO CarbonFibre Recycling 2015 event is set to become the one-stop-shop for all Carbon Fibre Recycling and Reuse information needs. Whether interest, for example, lies in reclaiming carbon fibres through processes such as thermal depolymerisation, or shredding and milling, or if an end-user wanting to understand more about what this versatile material can deliver to product lines.
The recovery of high-quality recycled Carbon Fibre components is a challenging process, and yet one with significant commercial and environmental potential. Through first-class intellectual content and unique networking opportunities, the Carbon Fibre Recycling and Reuse One-Day Conference is the best place for business or institution.
More information about GO CarbonFibre Recycling is available here.


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How would you like a fast and easy 7% increase in conversions? This change is very important to your site and will also help you with your google adwords and search engine rankings. At a recent analytics seminar, google mentioned this thing multiple times, so take notice! Running Time: 7:09


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One More Happy Seller
Happy Client
Testimonials from Jennifer & Scott
Jas Oberoi is one of the best in this Business. Very Patient and Professional. We Bought and Sold our house through him. His outstanding knowledge about Real Estate made our whole process very smooth and Easy. I have no hesitation in recommending Jas as a Realtor
Meghan Sinclair
Very professional service with focus on our priorities of purchasing the house. we are very happy with the services given to us and would like to refer Jas Oberoi to everyone as a one stop for any real estate deals in our circle.
Navjit Mehta
We came across Jas by chance, After speaking with him, we knew that he was going to work hard to sell our home. He also arranged viewings of homes we were interested in, and was always on time for those appointments. Always returns phone calls and emails as soon as he could, normally within the hour. When we were ready to purchase a home, he showed that he cared about us, and negotiated for the best deal. His main priority are his clients. I would and have, recommended him to others,
Thankyou Jas
Robin Girouard
Jas Oberoi is very professional and a good listener, we could not have imagine such a good deal in this Hot Market. A hearty thanks and Best of luck to his future endeavors
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I found Jas Oberoi to be an exemplary realtor. Professional, attentive, and skilled in his approach in buying and selling homes; he is always on time, always promptly returns calls, and is always ready to make himself available. Jas has valuable patience and respect even when dealing with difficult people and situations. I highly recommend having him in your corner. You can trust him to work for you!
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Registration is now open for Open Compute V.
We are pleased to announce the dates for the next Open Compute Project Summit on Tuesday, January 28 and Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at the newly expanded San Jose Convention Center in San Jose, CA.
At the last summit, attendees came from the technology sector in addition to finance, government, and consulting. These attendees represented executive-level roles of vice president or higher as well as IT directors and managers.
The Open Compute Project Foundation would like to thank these sponsors for making this event possible!
San Jose Convention Center - 150 West San Carlos Street, San Jose, CA 95113
Please register HERE by Monday, January 20, 2013


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One of the benefits of writing a CRE tech blog is that you get to hear about all the new apps – plus what's going on with the old ones. Here's a quick rundown on a few that recently came my way.
The News Funnel
Get your news on the go with the newly released New Funnel app for iPhone and iPad (Android version is in development). You can select markets and segments of interest right within the app plus email or share articles on social networks. I installed it and showed it to several agents who really liked the simplicity of scrolling through the news. And then they actually installed it on their phones which is a testament to the app's usefulness and ease.
To promote the launch, The News Funnel is giving away an iPad to one of the first 1,000 to download the app. Send in a screenshot of it on your phone to email@example.com. After the thousandth email, the winner will be randomly selected and notified via email.
Dan Mihalovich, a real CRE agent, developed griddig, a comprehensive web-based platform for transaction management. From finding and comparing space to collaboration to the LOI, every aspect is covered in a way that makes sense to the people who will use it. What makes this different is that you can collaborate in real time plus there's an electronic signature feature to quickly execute the LOI.
Pricing is per month so you can sign up for premium features as needed but an always free plan lets you search, manage listings and use the financial calculators.
If you haven't joined theBrokerList , now is the time. Linda Day Harrison is constantly listening to the community and has added lots of new features. It's turned into a marketing powerhouse where members can create materials, communicate with each other and target agents and users via a variety of free tools.
Some of the new features include additional search, printing and flyer enhancements, import/export functionality, conversion of listings to transactions (comps) and embedding for your website and Craig's List. And thanks to a partnership with Broker Savant, one click is all it takes to send your listings to a local economic development or chamber of commerce sites. Illinois is the first market to be offered but you can request other sites for inclusion.
For agents who have been asking, "where are the APIs?", theBrokerList now offers one to automate several tasks for member brokerages. Additionally, individual members can request RSS feeds to use to embed listings, needs and other features on blogs or websites or for email marketing with DIY feeds coming soon.
Evernote Card Scanning
CardMunch, the biz card scanning app for LinkedIn, will be discontinued July 11, 2014. Before then, you'll be able to transfer your CardMunch contacts into Evernote and get 2 years of their premium card scanning service for free. (If you just want your data for other purposes, follow the instructions here.)
As with CardMunch, you use your mobile phone to take a picture of the business card. The image is processed and "translated" to text – and faster than CardMunch which often took several hours. Plus you can add notes, tags and, if you connect Evernote with your LinkedIn account, pull in information from that network.


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Come and join us for our annual JCI Atlanta Halloween Party. We are joining forces with Boos and Brews for a grand time for all our guests. We'll be meeting at The Masquerade on October 25th. The event will begin at 8pm and go till 2am.
Get your creative juices flowing for a chance to compete in the JCI Atlanta Costume Contest.
Invite your friends!
Grab your tickets using the JCI Atlanta special ticket link: https://www.xorbia.com/e/atlantabeerfestivals/boos-and-brews/?referral=jci
JCI Atlanta will donate a portion of our proceeds to Lift Up Atlanta.
- General Admission - Includes admission and entertainment (up to 2 drink ticket with entry before 9pm) - Sales End Oct 25, 2014 - $15.00
- Beer Lovers Ticket - Includes all beer samples 8pm-2am - Sales End Oct 25, 2014 - $40.00
- Chambers of Horror Add on - Discounted entry to Chamber of Horrors Haunted House. While supplies last. Only good on Oct. 25 - Sales End Oct 25, 2014 - $15.00
- No parking at the event venue. Please use a taxi service.
Recommended Attire:
- Halloween costume. There will be a contest!


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Please look at the a format that listed all formats supported by Adobe Premiere Pro CC/CS6/CS5:
It clears shows that MP4 file codec compatible with Adobe Premiere Pro CC/CS6/CS5 is just QuickTime Movie and XDCAM EX, while Phantom 3 Advanced recorded MP4 files with H.264 video (AVC) and AAC audio codecs used in Phantom camera is not supported. And Premiere Pro only support the QuickTime movie format. So you cannot import Phantom 3 Advanced MP4/MOV video into Adobe Premiere Pro for editing on Mac directly.
How to solve Phantom 3 video and Premiere Pro compatibility issue?
In order to edit GoPro videos perfectly with Adobe Premier Pro CC/CS6/CS5, you need a third-party video convert software to help you transcode Gopro MP4 clips into Adobe Premiere Pro friendly format. Below are two effective solutions for you. (read how to downscale Phantom 3 4K to 1080p/720p
Tool: Using Pavtube Video Converter for Mac (read review)
Pavtube Video Converter for Mac is highly recommended to you. This powerful Gopro video converter to Adobe Premiere Pro CC/CS6/CS5 can help you:
- Read Phantom 3 all drones like Phantom 3 Advanced, Phantom 3 Standard, Phantom 3 Professional etc.
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- Export Apple ProRes, AIC, DNxHD, which are compatible well with Final Cut Pro, iMovie, FCE, Avid Media Composer and more NLE systems for you edit immediately.
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Follow the step-by-step guide, you can ingest Phantom 3 Advanced videos to Adobe Premiere Pro CC/CS6/CS5 for editing
Step 1. Creat a folder for saveing Phantom 3 videos
Launch Phantom 3 video converter on your Mac. Create a folder with the original Phantom 3 advanced video on your hard drive.
Step 2. Load Phantom 3 videos
Choose all the Phantom 3 videos in your folder, drag & drop or through File > "Add Video/Audio" button/"Add from folder" button to import source Phantom 3 advanced videos into the video converter interface.
Step 3. Choose proper output format Premiere Pro preferred
Click "Format" pull down list to select "Adobe Premiere/Sony Vegas> MPEG-2(*.mpg)" as the best video format for Adobe Premiere Pro CC/CS6/CS5. Another two specialized formats "WMC (VC-1) (*.wmv) and "MOV (AVC) (*.mov)"are the good choice as well.
Step 4. Set Advance Settings (Optional)
If you want to customize video and audio encoding settings to get the best quality you want, just click the "Settings" button to customize the output video/audio resolution, frame rate, bit rate, etc.
Step 5. Start converting Phantom 3 videos to Premiere Pro
Click "Convert" button to start transcoding Phantom 3 videos to MPG/MOV/WMV for Adobe Premiere Pro. When the conversion task is finished, you can get the exported files by click the "Open" button for importing to Adobe Premiere Pro CC/CS6/CS5 to do further editing on Mac.
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The shadow chancellor said he has been passed confidential Treasury papers showing the Government's expectations for the public finances in the three-year period starting next April.
The papers were part of the Treasury's work on this year's Budget, which set out plans to increase the national debt to £1.4 trillion. Economists say that the scale of Government borrowing is such that spending will have to be cut, and the Tories have said cuts are inevitable.
Although Mr Brown this week accepted that Labour will have no choice but to cut spending after the next election, for several months he sought to portray that election as a choice between "Labour investment and Tory cuts."
Mr Osborne said that the documents showed that even as he accused the Tories of planning cuts, he knew that Labour too would have to cut.
"It's about truth and honesty. People will be surprised that the Government continued to deny it when they had their own internal documents telling them the truth," Mr Osborne told BBC Radio Four's Today programme.
He added: "Gordon Brown was not telling the truth. These documents demonstrate that the Prime Minister misled the House of Commons."
The Institute for Fiscal Studies had calculated that the Budget plans will mean an average 7.2 per cent cut for Whitehall departments in the next spending round.
The Treasury papers show that the Government is actually expecting the average cut to be 9.3 per cent.
That suggests the Treasury is expecting benefits payments and debt interest costs to be higher than the IFS had estimated, and tax revenues to be weaker.
The leaked papers also show that by 2013/14, the Treasury expects to be paying out £63 billion on interest payments on the national debt.
That figure, higher than the education budget for England, was omitted from the published Budget papers.