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The free cases from Cygnett have been flowing this month, and this weekend we're going to round it out with cases for your BlackBerry PlayBook! These cases are great for keeping your PlayBook safe while still looking stylish, and are versatile enough to allow you to take pictures, watch videos, play games, and generally use your device as you normally would without removing the case.
From the Lavish Earth line we have 3 color choices in earthy tones that are soft to the touch: Black, Sandstone (tan), and Purple. We also have the Ultra Glam black case which comes in a shimmering high-gloss finish. These cases are all well crafted, featuring concealed magnets to hold the cover closed and a velcro tab to ensure a secure fit. You can easily turn the case into a stand with three viewing angles. Cutouts allow for access to the ports and camera, and the bezel is open for gestures. I really like the look of these cases, and the ease-of-use makes it one I know I will use again and again.
Contest: To enter the contest for a free case, leave a comment below. You must indicate which color you'd like (Black, Sandstone, Purple, or Ultra Glam) or your entry doesn't count. We'll keep it short and sweet and wrap this up Sunday night at midnight PST. Good luck!
olllllo1978 Jul 1, 2012 at 4:14 am
I would absolutely love a Sandstone one! Thanks for the awesome contests!
Rhapsodized Jul 1, 2012 at 4:17 am
I love contests!!! Always a chance to win :D Good luck to everyone!
Color I want: Sandstone
Ultra Glam! Thanks in advance!
AceRoom Jul 1, 2012 at 4:24 am
Ultra glam for me please!!
miloszz Jul 1, 2012 at 4:29 am
Nice case! I'd love to see purple one on my PlayBook.
dejisanusi Jul 1, 2012 at 4:32 am
Sandstone please, thanks
ordigas Jul 1, 2012 at 4:32 am
Purple would be great for my wife's PlayBook! She ordered a case four months ago but it never arrived.
ordigas Jul 1, 2012 at 4:32 am
Purple would be great for my wife's PlayBook! She ordered a case four months ago but it never arrived.
anothergoatherder Jul 1, 2012 at 4:34 am
Black!!! Yeah Buddy!!! Giddy Up!!!
kubanpete Jul 1, 2012 at 4:35 am
Well, it would be simply rude not to go for the Ultra Glam case for my PB.
Calimero1987 Jul 1, 2012 at 4:38 am
I'd love to win a sandstone coloured one.
Good luck to everyone.
Jonathan-Archer Jul 1, 2012 at 4:40 am
I'd love a sandstone!
chucklebutte Jul 1, 2012 at 4:42 am
Purple please! I have 2 daughters and 3 Playbooks, already have a Targus black one but would kill for a purple one! Its my daughters fave color and have been looking for one for a long time! Tried to grab the pink (Its close to purple) neopreen zip case but RIM discontinued it? Or no one sells it anymore?
Please let me win!
dee.dubya Jul 1, 2012 at 4:51 am
Purple please!
mikepraba Jul 1, 2012 at 4:52 am
I see the craftsmanship and perfection all the way. I wish I could be lucky to have one of them.
The purple cover would be great for me. Thanks
I'd like the sandstone one!
Tweedle Jul 1, 2012 at 5:00 am
Black please :))
simonco Jul 1, 2012 at 5:04 am
I would like a black case please :)
simonco Jul 1, 2012 at 5:13 am
sorry double p
jaeburg Jul 1, 2012 at 5:07 am
I'm digging the Sandstone (tan) look. I'm gonna enter because its about my time to win. ;)
tindoeshek Jul 1, 2012 at 5:11 am
Black would be nice!!!:):):)
Sandstone for me! It looks so nice. :)
Maxlowe389 Jul 1, 2012 at 5:19 am
Sandstone please :)
Drew Oswalt Jul 1, 2012 at 5:20 am
My PB would love a new black case. It's getting fat with all the apps and movies it's gobbling up and the neoprene sleeve is getting too tight.
presemu Jul 1, 2012 at 5:23 am
I would like to win the Sandstone one.
damndirtyapes Jul 1, 2012 at 5:36 am
excessfat Jul 1, 2012 at 5:39 am
Oh my... I want purple!
CrackMachine Jul 1, 2012 at 5:40 am
Would like a Sandstone.
ggiesberts Jul 1, 2012 at 5:41 am
Sandstonde woult make me very very happy
blue quill Jul 1, 2012 at 5:42 am
Tan, please.
johncade Jul 1, 2012 at 5:42 am
I like these cases.....please iclude me.
KingReed Jul 1, 2012 at 5:42 am
Sandstone, need a new case!
dm_hooker Jul 1, 2012 at 5:45 am
Black would be asome ! Thank you !
BlackBerry9930 Jul 1, 2012 at 5:47 am
Purple for me please!!!
Likwit213 Jul 1, 2012 at 6:04 am
I would love to win the Sandstone colored one
PiotrJot Jul 1, 2012 at 6:13 am
a purple for me please :)
SpanishlicksFari Jul 1, 2012 at 6:27 am
would love the purple :)
My playbook is going into heavy rotation. A fancy black case would be great.
sulpherous Jul 1, 2012 at 6:38 am
Black please, it'll look smart for my new job! :) ps thank you for the useful site and application.
Chas Hughes Jul 1, 2012 at 6:44 am
I would really like the sandstone case. It looks very professional
ediplomat Jul 1, 2012 at 6:45 am
Black one please!
JungleboyAL Jul 1, 2012 at 6:47 am
Black One!! Thanks Crackberry for helping all of us Blackberry owners happy and proud of our products!! Happy Canada Day too!! :)
iBenshi Jul 1, 2012 at 6:50 am
Black is the new white :-)
XilinxUnder Jul 1, 2012 at 6:51 am
I'd love Sandstone please.
marlianno Jul 1, 2012 at 6:57 am
Hey Sandstone color catch my eyes! It would be nice to have it. Thx
Purple please!
blackberryrick Jul 1, 2012 at 7:00 am
I would like the black case - thanks.
jcbrunson Jul 1, 2012 at 7:05 am
Purple for the wife! Hope I win!
Black for me please :)
Aphirath Jul 1, 2012 at 7:32 am
Need a black one.
Had the case that came with the playbook long enough.
98hundred Jul 1, 2012 at 7:37 am
I would love a plain black. These things look too awesome!
wilsonryanp Jul 1, 2012 at 7:37 am
My mother is getting a playbook on the 16th, something to protect it and looks nice would be appreciated. I believe she would prefer black!!
rwcohen Jul 1, 2012 at 7:37 am
black please
maxblancoj Jul 1, 2012 at 7:40 am
Black 4 me!please
misslocs Jul 1, 2012 at 7:40 am
I really like these cases, they look so PROFESSIONAL! I want the purple case. Thank you for all of your great contests!
Trelaina Jul 1, 2012 at 7:43 am
My current case is black...so I'll say sandstone for this one...
Jim in WashDC Jul 1, 2012 at 7:48 am
Sandstone, please! Thanks for the offer!
jdelvalle56 Jul 1, 2012 at 7:53 am
In please!
Don_Vado Jul 1, 2012 at 7:57 am
Black plz
cello76 Jul 1, 2012 at 7:58 am
Hi, these look very well made and I would love a sandstone one please! Very stylish!
berry5150 Jul 1, 2012 at 7:59 am
Never took a part in such a contest. So let me have a black one please.
cheysser Jul 1, 2012 at 8:03 am
i would love to have the black colored :)
russ.mtc Jul 1, 2012 at 8:05 am
Sandstone would look great on my PlayBook. Thanks guys!
I'd love to win the black one, thanks crackberry!
bchenier535 Jul 1, 2012 at 8:10 am
Purple for me, Thanks
bensraj Jul 1, 2012 at 8:15 am
I love the purple color case, consider myself as one.
prime51 Jul 1, 2012 at 8:25 am
These look great!I would love a black one.
dadzy911 Jul 1, 2012 at 8:26 am
If I'd won, I'd take the Black one!!! Nice contest btw ;)
thewalmartguy Jul 1, 2012 at 8:28 am
the sandstone case would look really nice. Good luck to everyone.
druschba Jul 1, 2012 at 8:29 am
I would like to have a sandstone one.
Henry520 Jul 1, 2012 at 8:31 am
Hi i wan the black one ^^ bcos i don't have any case for my playbook till now .... I am jest using the original case till now T.T
diablodvs7 Jul 1, 2012 at 8:33 am
purple ta
Sandstone looks vintage ill take it
Black for me please! :D
jc_halifax Jul 1, 2012 at 8:35 am
Would love to have one in Sandstone!
I'd love a Sandstone one!
ultra07 Jul 1, 2012 at 8:47 am
I would love a Black one.
radar-man Jul 1, 2012 at 8:50 am
Purple of course.
meatball66 Jul 1, 2012 at 8:51 am
Black would be nice. I can have it at RIM's funeral...in about 100 years.
Hotdogtree Jul 1, 2012 at 8:51 am
Black one please :D they look really nice
bengalt9 Jul 1, 2012 at 8:56 am
Ultra Glam!!!!
Black please.......nice looking case.
Mishi45 Jul 1, 2012 at 8:57 am
Sandstone please!
oldtimeBBaddict Jul 1, 2012 at 8:58 am
Black, please.
obaquerizo Jul 1, 2012 at 8:59 am
That ultra glam looks great, want one, true believer blackberry will rock and everybody will come back to our platform
Kat0908 Jul 1, 2012 at 9:01 am
Black please! Thanks CrackBerry and Cygnett!
Altec_Lansing Jul 1, 2012 at 9:01 am
Could really use a BLACK case...Awesome quality cases from Cygnett.. have their phone case also...Thank you!!!
I want the Black cygnet case!
black looks good to me !
BlackScorpion3 Jul 1, 2012 at 9:05 am
Those are some sweet looking cases. I'd love to win a Black one...
Black for me please.
PortuZurri Jul 1, 2012 at 9:07 am
Black for me please!! Thanks for the opportunity to win one!!! :)
Sandstone for me please and thank you! A change from the black.
aphelion_blue Jul 1, 2012 at 9:12 am
I would like the black one!
chetan6 Jul 1, 2012 at 9:13 am
im ready for any color . i must get a pouch tats all !
Will take a purple plz
XDrew42 Jul 1, 2012 at 9:15 am
C.A.C. Black please. I use my pb so much my current case is wearin down. Love the style. Kinda like my leather one now but light years ahead in features. Rock on
froussy Jul 1, 2012 at 9:15 am
Humm.. class! let me in.
Black one
Sandstone for some cool pb'ing on the deck
mrtheend Jul 1, 2012 at 9:16 am
If by any chance i get so lucky, black please ,)
agentsea Jul 1, 2012 at 9:17 am
Sandstone would be sweet!
Black one plz
Sauravbhattarai Jul 1, 2012 at 9:24 am
Give me a sandstone please :)
Hello Buehler Hello? Hello. I will take the Sandstone please and a side of CB. Thanks in advance for your co-op.
Black please! :)
The sandstone coloured case would be awesome!
sandstone please :)
nice my case just ripped apart, hope I get it :D
hopeforfx Jul 1, 2012 at 9:30 am
joeyo1313 Jul 1, 2012 at 9:31 am
The sandstone pls!
bbaleno Jul 1, 2012 at 9:32 am
These are nice. Sandstone fore me
Outbacker Jul 1, 2012 at 9:34 am
A new black case would be sweet!
Dj Teknision Jul 1, 2012 at 9:36 am
Purple if I win....Thanx!!
Xin9900 Jul 1, 2012 at 9:37 am
Black one please
djhaggarty Jul 1, 2012 at 9:38 am
Please send me a black one. Thanks David
RGwhittenbu Jul 1, 2012 at 9:41 am
Sandstone looks good.
napleskahuna Jul 1, 2012 at 9:42 am
Cygnetts Sandstone case on my Playbook while wearing my tan colored suit with my brown leather briefcase while in the corporate world, will have every wanting to know, where did I get it? And what brand?
hoopstarrr23 Jul 1, 2012 at 9:43 am
I'll take black.
Purple one for my girlfriend
sklotz2000 Jul 1, 2012 at 9:48 am
I would seriously love to have the Sandstone!
d7walker Jul 1, 2012 at 9:50 am
The cases look great. I would really like a sandstone one please.
I would love the Ultra Glam case!
roy briggs Jul 1, 2012 at 9:51 am
Black would be great!! in spite of the news this week I and I am sure others still love the playbook!!
chuckkdaduck Jul 1, 2012 at 9:51 am
Me please in black!!
I'll take a black one please.
I'd love to have the black one please!
theDoctor78 Jul 1, 2012 at 9:57 am
Sandstone for me please...:D
playbookuser101 Jul 1, 2012 at 9:58 am
Ultra glam would be good
dcwbearsaint Jul 1, 2012 at 10:00 am
This a great opportunity. Thanks Crackberry for them. Much Appreciated.
Junior_abca Jul 1, 2012 at 10:01 am
I like the simple look of the black one..
fcolmenarez Jul 1, 2012 at 10:01 am
Hey there! Sandstone looks very nice I agree, it would look even better with my playbook :D
McCale Jul 1, 2012 at 11:06 am
The colour that I'd like, ya, that's colour with a u (the proper way), is sandstone please and thank you.
The Me Jul 1, 2012 at 10:03 am
Bob Lifted A Car Kit.
The first letter of each word spells out the colour I want it in. Black. :)
woofwoof1 Jul 1, 2012 at 10:03 am
I love my Playbook but need a case desperately Sandstone please!
dingodadon Jul 1, 2012 at 10:03 am
Black would be great thanks
Itstakenovermylife Jul 1, 2012 at 10:04 am
Love it! Sandstone please!!
borbella Jul 1, 2012 at 10:05 am
I would love a Sandstone one. I love my BB Playbook and the bridge capability with my BB 9900. BB will weather the storm and there will be light at the end of the tunnel.
drmikey Jul 1, 2012 at 10:05 am
Black would be the one for me
stanman1958 Jul 1, 2012 at 10:06 am
Black looks nice!
BarracudaBob Jul 1, 2012 at 10:07 am
I'd love to win the purple one for my wife.
Black!! Please!!!
portal Jul 1, 2012 at 10:11 am
I would like one in black - please. thanks for continuing these nice handouts.
OniBerry Jul 1, 2012 at 10:12 am
Cases look pretty slick. I would love the Black one please.
Thanks CB!!
JustLukin Jul 1, 2012 at 10:12 am
Yes please I would like to win one of these cases. Black would be nice, thank you
Ultra glam please =]
cas118 Jul 1, 2012 at 10:15 am
My wife would love that purple case :)
burton21 Jul 1, 2012 at 10:15 am
Want it.
tytanfamily Jul 1, 2012 at 10:16 am
I think that the black one is quite awesome! That would be what I'd go for!
Sathyanarayanan Ramachandran Jul 1, 2012 at 10:18 am
Sandstone has the Royal touch and the edge over other Cygnets
Apollo-GR Jul 1, 2012 at 10:18 am
Sandstone sounds awesome!! Thanks Crackberry..!!
tenniscpa Jul 1, 2012 at 10:19 am
Mine is ready for Sandstone!!
joseaugusto1 Jul 1, 2012 at 10:20 am
Hmmm tough choice but i would go ULTRA GLAM , Thank YOU very much
mundo472 Jul 1, 2012 at 10:20 am
Purple would be a hoot!!
randall2580 Jul 1, 2012 at 10:20 am
thats one sweet case would love to win one
hoanglove8x Jul 1, 2012 at 10:21 am
I would love a Sandstone one :D
protomaxxx Jul 1, 2012 at 10:22 am
a black case would be a nice match with my playbook
sogilvie Jul 1, 2012 at 10:27 am
A black one would look awesome on my PB :)
Sertorius1p Jul 1, 2012 at 10:28 am
I would love the purple case!
cinder0008 Jul 1, 2012 at 10:30 am
Would like the sandstone!
sogilvie Jul 1, 2012 at 10:30 am
A black one would look awesome on my PB! thank you!
sundoggie Jul 1, 2012 at 10:32 am
I would prefer a black one if successful.
MadGasser Jul 1, 2012 at 10:33 am
Black, please.
Me11yC Jul 1, 2012 at 10:33 am
I would like the purple!! :-)
lovin2act Jul 1, 2012 at 10:37 am
Please, need a brown or purple one. I am an orphan and grew up with nothing, so winning this would help my parents come find me.
TiagoCAraujo Jul 1, 2012 at 10:40 am
i Want a Black Case please !!! :D.
Black 4 Playbook and Blackberry 4 ever :D.
MattHuntoon Jul 1, 2012 at 10:43 am
I'll take one in Black please! :-)
yenyob Jul 1, 2012 at 10:44 am
Black! Nice product
sandstone please
Groundhog_Day Jul 1, 2012 at 10:45 am
Looks nice, I'd like a black one please.
LaughingBandit Jul 1, 2012 at 10:47 am
I'd really appreciate it if you could send a tan colored one my way. Thanks so much for this and all the other great contests you guys have!
dzeims Jul 1, 2012 at 10:48 am
Ultra glam! Muahahaha!!!!
teamryan15 Jul 1, 2012 at 10:49 am
i need black
Nyegnav Jul 1, 2012 at 10:49 am
Black Case Please!
doughboyy Jul 1, 2012 at 10:52 am
sandstone :D
Ben1232 Jul 1, 2012 at 10:52 am
Yes please, they look supercool !
beazpickle Jul 1, 2012 at 10:54 am
I was hiking yesterday and stubbed my toe on *sandstone, thanks for this great opportunity!
kevindude789 Jul 1, 2012 at 10:57 am
Um, YUMM-O. I'd love to win the sandstone case!
shynepapin Jul 1, 2012 at 10:58 am
Black would be fine, it suits everything, black all the way.
thecondor33 Jul 1, 2012 at 11:00 am
Would love to have a black one!!
junlu2010 Jul 1, 2012 at 11:02 am
I'd love to win Ultr Glam one.
mokkasins Jul 1, 2012 at 11:03 am
Can I have the black one please?!
thanks CB ;)
ivande Jul 1, 2012 at 11:03 am
Give me one, please.
8BitBatman Jul 1, 2012 at 11:05 am
Can I have the sandstone one? PLEASE?
i wish to win the sandstone color but only if you can courier to malaysia :) if cannot, better let others win than me ;)
Tjitte Jul 1, 2012 at 11:07 am
Black please!
rob5692 Jul 1, 2012 at 11:07 am
Purple for me please
mikeec67 Jul 1, 2012 at 11:09 am
Love the contests, love Crackberry, love my BlackBerry, would really love a black case for my PlayBook.
cletis Jul 1, 2012 at 11:09 am
I'd like the Ford model: any color you like, as long as it's BLACK.
con4n007 Jul 1, 2012 at 11:10 am
Black please!!
immovablesoup Jul 1, 2012 at 11:11 am
I'd love the black one! A stylish tablet like the PlayBook deserves only the most stunning of cases.
P-P-P Pick up a PlayBook!
immovablesoup Jul 1, 2012 at 11:11 am
I'd love the black one! A stylish tablet like the PlayBook deserves only the most stunning of cases.
P-P-P Pick up a PlayBook!
SixYearBlackberryUser Jul 1, 2012 at 11:15 am
These cases are SWEET! Would love to win a black one!
booker1953 Jul 1, 2012 at 11:16 am
And nice looking purple case would be appreciated.
Thank you
Cirdan8 Jul 1, 2012 at 11:17 am
Sandstone please! Would love a new case!
mrhockeypuck Jul 1, 2012 at 11:25 am
Sandstone for my current PlayBook and hopefully my future PlayBooks.
smfa1965 Jul 1, 2012 at 11:21 am
Wow, these look nice! Sandstone me please. Thanks in advance.
bertcella Jul 1, 2012 at 11:27 am
I would love a black one please!!!!!!
ruairimcaleer Jul 1, 2012 at 11:28 am
Black looks great :D thanks Crackberry!
colbertnation Jul 1, 2012 at 11:29 am
Ultra glam black
JORENO Jul 1, 2012 at 11:32 am
I would like to have one in Black, Thank You.
CanukFX4 Jul 1, 2012 at 11:33 am
I like the Black one. These contests are awsome!
Toodeurep Jul 1, 2012 at 11:33 am
Black would be wonderful! Thanks in advance.
mig 007 Jul 1, 2012 at 11:36 am
These cases look gorgeous. If I were to be picked, I would prefer the SandStone (Tan) case :)
intense4ever Jul 1, 2012 at 11:39 am
I'll take the black one please! Thanks!
jgenn3 Jul 1, 2012 at 11:43 am
Black as in "Blackberry" for me. Thanks...
daviddragon Jul 1, 2012 at 11:44 am
Awesome: I want mine in Black. Thanks to the wonderful people of Crackberry and Cygnett's for this contest
stpara Jul 1, 2012 at 11:48 am
All the colors look good! I would take any, but if I had to pick, I would take sandstone!
kretch Jul 1, 2012 at 11:50 am
I have had my eye on these hot looking cases for over a week now and I would like a chance to win a Black one.
Thank you for this great giveaway.
Birddog2 Jul 1, 2012 at 11:55 am
The sandstone case would be amazing. I have had my PlayBook since the launch so it could do with a nice new facility.
rngeek Jul 1, 2012 at 12:01 pm
I wish to win the black one.
Bradleyy Jul 1, 2012 at 12:07 pm
Sandstone for me please !
neebabe5 Jul 1, 2012 at 12:18 pm
I would LOVE a case in Sandstone to keep my prescious toy safe! :) happy Canada day!!
joaoluisc Jul 1, 2012 at 12:20 pm
TBH Sandstone is my favourite colour but will also settle for Black. These are not available in Spain and would really love to have one. #Crossingfingersandtoes
Sandstone plz!
I would like the purple one please. I've been looking for a new case. This one looks nice.
rupam95 Jul 1, 2012 at 12:28 pm
Ultra Glam, YESSSSSS...Thank you very much
clphan Jul 1, 2012 at 12:33 pm
Sandstone :D
u32gc2 Jul 1, 2012 at 12:35 pm
I would love a black one please.
itsyaboy Jul 1, 2012 at 12:43 pm
Yes, black please!
cbcastle Jul 1, 2012 at 12:43 pm
Sandstone, sounds great
st_temps Jul 1, 2012 at 12:47 pm
I'd love a purple one!
slyguy0 Jul 1, 2012 at 12:58 pm
I like the professional look that the black case offers.
n3xtgen Jul 1, 2012 at 1:00 pm
I would love a black one please! =D
Best of luck to everyone!
frabas1 Jul 1, 2012 at 1:04 pm
Sandstone will just be perfect for me
jza2349 Jul 1, 2012 at 1:05 pm
Black is always great but that sandstone looks very professional
Ghouston Jul 1, 2012 at 1:07 pm
Hook me up with the sandstone case, please.
cashnmd Jul 1, 2012 at 1:10 pm
I would love love to win one in Sandstone.
srmurray1 Jul 1, 2012 at 1:13 pm
Ultra glam please!


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Wednesday, May 22, 1996
So, why's it been so windy lately?
DALLAS (AP) - If winds seem stronger than usual this year in
Texas, it's because they are, the National Weather Service says.
There have been many days in 1996 with steady winds of 20 to 30
mph, with gusts over 40 mph. Abilene's been blown around its share,
with an average daily windspeed so far in May of about 18 mph,
said Mike Jamski of the Abilene NWS office.
Over the past decade, Abilene's May windspeed average has been
12.1 mph, according to NWS figures.
It's all part of a months-long weather pattern that has kept the
wind howling through the normally calmer nights and mornings and
kept the seasonal rain farther to the north, the weather service
The normal average wind speed for January through April is about
12 mph. This year, it has been almost 2 mph faster, according
to statistics provided by the weather service. Abilene's average
for the first four months has been 14.2, according to NWS figures.
Abilene's average for April was 14.7, 2 mph over the average for
the past decade.
Skip Ely, forecaster in charge of the weather service in Fort
Worth, said Texas' dry winds balance the Midwest's flooding rains.
Far to the east, just off the southeastern U.S. coast, is the
center of a huge mound of air, a high-pressure system. Stretching
from New Mexico to Illinois are the meteorological equivalents
of valleys, low-pressure systems.
If air were water, it would simply flow downhill, from high to
low pressure, like a river down a mountain.
But airflow is affected by the rotation of the earth. So winds
that start out headed west out of the Atlantic high-pressure system
take a right turn, producing the hot, dry southern breezes whooshing
through much of the state.
That might change over Memorial Day weekend, Ely said.
The weather service's computer models strongly predict slow-moving
rain and the possibility of potentially damaging thunderstorms,
Ely said.
There were numerous predictions of spring showers that didn't
come about this year, but Ely says these forecasts have a better
"I'm thinking of taking tomorrow off, because I may have
to work the weekend," Ely said.
The dry conditions resulting from the higher winds have increased
the danger of grass fires.
Last week, the Texas Forest Service classified the danger of fire
as moderate in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. This week, that's been
upgraded to high, with much of West Texas classified as extreme.
Some firefighters spent last week training for the wind-driven
blazes almost certain to break out if the weather doesn't change.
Besides a greater danger of wildfires, the unusually strong winds
add to the hazards of aviation - (including increased wind shear
at low altitudes up to 5,000 feet) and act as a hindrance to recreational
activities such as boating, said Jamski.
The drought the high winds help produce, Jamski said, "is
more typical of a July-August weather pattern."
Senior Staff Writer Jerry Reed contributed to this report.


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Sams club credit auto CLI from 4100 to 8100. I recently lowered my utilization from 35% to just under 10% and have received some very nice CLI on cards.
Thanks. So, basically they announced in April that they would make the change this summer. I didn't hear anything about this. Thanks for the link.
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I have had the account for two years. However just recently had it switched to a Quicksilver card.
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Jen in Pangkor
April 2006
Thank goodness for escaping a potentially quiet & boring weekend in the city !
A quick phonecall to equally bored Winnie who suggested a lets-get-away-from-the-city, focusing on good seafood. Yum !
Lets go to Pangkor !!
Twas a relaxing long drive with yarns and photographic acitivities.
Reached the island in the late evenin, with the weather not being so good.
Got a nice room over at Hornbill resort at Pantai Nipah.
Straight headed out for food :-)
Next day after breakfast, it was a walk to see the green and where the hell the road leads to !
Met up with the Hornbill Man, who has all these hornbills flocking to his guesthouse. Stayed on and chatted with him.
Lunch time - more seafood near the jetty. Good stuff !!
So it was a nice run off .... wouldn't mind doing it again :-)
May 2005
Back again, but this time with good friends.
An impromptu trip across from Lumut.
Mixed feelings when I was going around the island.
I remember why I was here before...
A quick check with the people at the jetty – they said that we can still catch the ferry across and back within the same day :O Sharon quickly went over to buy tickets. OK. Last ferry from the island is at 8pm.
Boarded Ferry. Freaking cold.
Went to the back to catch views and escape the cold air.
Ride was good. We stopped at the Fisherman's jetty first, then to the Main Jetty over on the island.
Out of the jetty and we were swamped with men in white shirts and pink minivans – a sight to behold, really. Wary of being preyed upon … we took out time, trying to "re-group" and "discuss" among ourselves on the best route to take. In a while, this nice Pakcik approached us and Kay secured a deal for the 3 of us – a ride in his minivan for RM40, and he will take us to catch cool sunsets.
So off we went. The roads there are incredibly windy and steep in some places. So it can get woozy for those who suffer from seasickness. But it was fun as we managed to see the locals, the kampung areas, the vegetation and breathe in the cool crisp fresh air.
First stop was the Dutch Fort located at Teluk Gedung. For some pictures and the story behind it, have a look at my t-log below.
After that, we continued our journey to the west side of the island – stopping by at the beach near Pantai Nipah. We spent a good 15 minutes or so there, taking pictures of the sun set.
Hop into van and this time he took us to a vantage point of the island. Yes, incredible views but I guess we were a little late and did not catch the entire montage of the sunset. Oh well. It was still great there.
Satisfied that we took some cool pics, it was back to the jetty for us. We were on time but this time, did not hang out at the back (away from the cold) as it was dark already. So we suffered in the cold throughout the journey, watching Britney Spears and Westlife videos – sigh.
We reached the jetty on the mainland in a bit and then it was off looking for dinner … we were famished … :-)
August 2003
I had to get away from the city.
I thought of Pulau Pangkor as it was not too far away from KL, plus I have never been there.
Nothing to lose, right ? :-)


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A North Allegheny High School math teacher is among four local volunteers who left Wednesday to join the American Red Cross in North Dakota to help the victims of the Souris River flooding.
The river overflowed its banks late last month, breaking a 130-year-old high-water record and damaging thousands of homes.
Judy Dulemba, 51, of Ross, flew out Wednesday to help families harmed by the flood. Acting as caseworkers, she and the other volunteers will help assess the victims' needs for food, clothing and shelter. They will be in North Dakota for two to three weeks.
Since March 31, the Red Cross has launched 46 national relief operations across half the country helping people affected by floods, wildfires, tornadoes and other storms. During that time the organization has served more than 3.5 million meals and snacks and opened 283 shelters.
This is the second time Dulemba has been called out of state. She has been a Red Cross volunteer for 15 years, and she also helped after the midwestern floods in Iowa two years ago.
"I have a great job, and the time available," said Dulemba, who teaches ninth- and 10th-grade math at the high school.
She said she received the call Tuesday that she was heading to North Dakota. She said the work has gone beyond just the service her Catholic faith inspires. After seeing the look in people's eyes -- the expressions of helplessness and gratitude that they're not alone -- she said her Red Cross work is important and meaningful.
"It's the right thing to do," she said.
For more information on the Red Cross relief efforts across the nation, visit redcross.org. For more information on the efforts of the local Red Cross or to become a volunteer, visit swpa.redcross.org or call 412-263-3100.


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First off, this is my first mock draft, as well as my first fanpost. Please forgive any and all amature mistakes I may make. RD1 I wanted to address one of, in my opinion, our biggest weakness...
I mean you had to think about it.
We do a weekly Chiefs podcast with former 610 Sports host Nick Wright. Don't always link it on here, but you can find it on amateurhourpodcast.com. Enjoy!
Looking ahead.... If you want a larger image.. copy and paste this inyour browser.... http://i.imgur.com/o7kxsdm.jpg
Great article by Sam Mellinger on Clark.
Since the Chiefs have acquired Alex Smith by trade with the 49ers, many Chiefs fans are expressing angst and frustration by the move. Many feel the Chiefs gave up too much for Smith and many feel its time for the Chiefs organization to draft their own QB to develop into the "Franchise QB." In the NFL, anything can happen, and assuming anything can quickly backfire. Here's 1 theory. Call it a long shot. Call it crazy. Call it what you want. (Read more, follow the link) http://www.chiefstomahawkchop.blogspot.com/2013/03/what-if-drafting-qb-early-is-still.html
1983. 2012. 29 years. In that span the Kansas City Chiefs have never, ever drafted a QB in the first round. The present: 2013. Will the Kansas City Chiefs make it to the 30-year mark, refusing to draft a 1st round QB?(Cont.)
The speculation and anxiety that comes with the offseason is unbearable. No one has ANY clue what the new front office is thinking because they're just figuring out a consensus between themselves....
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Recent Staff Accomplishments
At the March 2014 Atlanta Counseling Psychology Conference, Dr. Brandy Smith and graduate student Emily Kerzin co-presented a workshop for continuing education credit entitled "Multicultural Supervision: What Is It and How Do You Do It?" Dr. Smith also facilitated a roundtable discussion topic of LGBT People and Identity Concerns entitled "Diverse Discussions: Hosted Multicultural Roundtable Topics in Counseling Psychology." The roundtable discussion was organized with former Auburn University student Dr. Thomandra Sam and current AU graduate student Sadi Fox.
Dr. Doug Hankes was the invited guest lecturer at the University of West Alabama for the university's Student-Athlete Mental Health Awareness Symposium. His presentations were titled, "Collegiate Student-Athlete Mental Health: Current Trends" and "Life Ain't a Race: A Case Presentation of Conflicting Interests."
Dr. Joeleen Cooper, Chair, and colleagues, Eri Bentley (Utah State University) and Leann Terry Diederich (Penn State University), presented at the 2014 American Group Psychotherapy Association. Their presentation was titled, "Trainee Development through Co-Leadership" and built on a presentation by the same name at the 2013 American Group Psychotherapy Association conference.
Dr. Brandy Smith presented at the 2013 Alabama State NIRSA (National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association) Conference, December 2013. Dr. Smith's presentation was entitled "Creating an Appropriately Safe Space for GLBTQQ Patrons."
Dr. Doug Hankes, Director of Student Counseling Services, and colleagues Mary Jo Loughran and Ed Etzel had a chapter published in Ed Etzel and Jack Watson's (Eds.) (2014). Ethical Issues in Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology titled "Ethical Issues in Work With Collegiate Student-Athletes."
Staff Psychologist Dr. Dustin Johnson and colleagues recently co-authored "'Do I Still Want to Play?' Parents and Peers Influence on Girls' Continuation in Sport." The article was published in the Journal of Sport Behavior, Vol 36(4), Dec, 2013, pp. 329-345
Dr. Doug Hankes has been selected for membership in the U.S. Olympic Committee Sport Psychology Registry for the 2013-2016 quadrennium. The USOC Sport Psychology Registry is a roster of sport psychology and mental training specialists who serve as resources for the National Governing Bodies of Olympic, Paralympic and Pan American Sports.
Dr. Doug Hankes has been appointed to the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) Certification Review Committee. The AASP consultant certification (CC-AASP) process signifies the highest standard of education and training in the psychological aspects of sport science.
Dr. Doug Hankes and colleagues, Dr. Bradley Hack (University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill) and Dr. Patrick Baillie, JD, (Calgary, Canada), presented at the 2013 Big Sky Sport Psychology Retreat: Student Athlete Psychological Issues. Their 4-hour workshop was titled, "The Ethical Issues Involved with the Care of the Collegiate and Elite Athletes."
Dr. Kristee Treadwell will serve as liaison for the Association for the Coordination of Counseling Center Clinical Services (ACCCCS) at the 2013 American College Personnel Association (ACPA). Dr. Treadwell will present an Annual Report on behalf of ACCCCS.
Dr. Joeleen Cooper and colleagues, Eri Bentley (Utah State University) and Leann Terry Diederich (Penn State University), presented at the 2013 American Group Psychotherapy Association. Their presentation was titled, "Trainee Development through Co-Leadership.
Dr. Doug Hankes was an invitee to the 2013 NCAA Life Skills and Sport Psychology meeting in Charlotte, NC. The meeting allowed licensed psychologists that work primarily with student-athletes as clients to interact with NCAA staff, NCAA Life Skills staff members, and NFL Directors of Player Engagement to address mental health/psychological health issues.
Dr. Brandy Smith co-presented with Dr. Shakeer Abdullah (Director of the Auburn University Multicultural Center) at the 2012 ALAHEDO (Alabama Association of Higher Education Diversity Officers) Conference in November. Their presentation and round table discussion was entitled "Experiences and Directions from Co-Facilitating Safe Zone Training on Working with LBGTQ students."
At the recent 2012 American Psychological Convention in Orlando, FL, Dr. Doug Hankes joined colleagues Mark Aoyagi, Ph.D., University of Denver, Jennifer Carter, Ph.D., Center for Balanced Living, Columbus, OH, and Rick McGuire, Ph.D., University of Missouri to provide a Student Speed Mentoring Session. The session was promoted as an opportunity to "Meet with four distinguished professionals in a personal setting to discuss sport and exercise psychology and ask questions about education, professional development, and more."
Dr. Doug Hankes, Director of Student Counseling Services recently had a chapter published in Shane Murphy's (Ed.) (2012) The Oxford Handbook of Sport and Performance Psychology titled: "Sport and Performance Psychology: Ethical Issues." The Oxford Handbook of Sport and Performance Psychology includes the latest research and applied perspectives from leaders in the field of sport and performance psychology. Current and comprehensive, this foundational volume presents sport and performance psychology from myriad perspectives.
Dr. Doug Hankes was recently interviewed for an article in the Mind+Body section of Runner's World. The article, "No Doubts," focused on how runners can overcome intimidation caused by first races, hard courses, fast runners, and other fears.
Senior Staff Clinician Ann Marie DelSignore and colleagues recently co-authored "Critical Incidents and Assistance-Seeking Behaviors of White Mental Health Practitioners: A Transtheoretical Framework for Understanding Multicultural Counseling Competency." The article was published in Cultural Diversity and Ethnic Minority Psychology, Vol 16(3), Jul, 2010. pp. 352-361.
Dr. Doug Hankes, Director of Student Counseling Services, has been elected to the Executive Committee of APA's (American Psychological Association) Division 47 (Exercise and Sport Psychology). Division 47 seeks to further the clinical, educational, and scientific foundations of exercise and sport psychology. He will serve a 3-year term as Secretary-Treasurer.
Dr. Doug Hankes recently coauthored with Dr. Trent Petrie the 3rd Edition of "A Student-Athlete's Guide to College Success: Peak Performance in Class and Life." Published by Wadsworth, the 2010 release focuses on the unique challenges that student-athletes face in college and assists them in achieving success in the classroom, field, and life.
Dr. Doug Hankes had chapters in two books published: "Adolescent Performers and the Family System" in Kate Hay's (Ed.) (2009) Performance Psychology in Action: A Casebook for Working With Athletes and Performing Artists, Business Leaders, and Professionals in High-Risk Occupations and "Consultation in Intercollegiate Athletics" in Ed Etzel's (Ed.) (2009) Counseling and Psychological Services for College Student-Athletes
Dr. Doug Hankes made a presentation at the 117th Annual 2009 Convention of the American Psychological Association in Toronto, Ontario. Dr. Hankes' presentation titled "Consultant and System: A Riddle Wrapped in a Mystery….." was part of a workshop chaired by Kate Hays, "Performance Psychology in Action: Working with Athletes, Performing Artists, and Business Leaders."


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6. Don't say it. Sometimes gossip takes the form of criticism to boost your self-esteem. But you need to remember, to speak ill of others is a self-centered way of praising yourself. Why not try some positive affirmations or a conversation with a loved one instead?
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Via New Donkey, I see that the Progressive Policy Institute has released a fairly substantial report outlining four strategies the environmental movement can use to move forward in coming years. (The DLC summarizes them here.) It says state-level changes are where the action is, and offers copious case studies. Worthwhile reading.
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HARRISONBURG, Va -- The L & S Diner made some changes to their Labor Day schedule. The current owners bought the diner almost five years ago, and have never opened on a holiday, until this year.
Stools were hard to come by on Monday morning at L & S Diner.
The diner is normally closed on Sundays and every holiday, but on Monday, they opened from 5:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
A waitress said she has been working at the diner for almost four years. She said they normally close on holidays to give employees a day off and to spend time with their families.
This year they changed things around because of customer demand.
"We usually go to the beach on this weekend, all of us get together," said Jeanie Depoy, a waitress at the diner. "With the prices and the economy, we decided to stay here and give back to the community. We had a couple customers ask us to stay open."
Depoy said she likes working at the diner and it did not matter to her if she had to work on Labor Day.
Customers are requesting breakfast seven days a week and managers at L & S diner plan to start opening on Sundays starting in late September.
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1950 Mercury Northwest Classic Auto Mall advertises this vehicle for the owner. If you are interested in this vehicle or have any questions, please contact the owner,... More
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I have a degraded hard disc on my dell server. When I try to run Dell Open Manage System Manager. It Starts IE and then says page cannot be displayed.
This is the address it tries
Can anyone give me some advice on how to get it started
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These tasty bite-sized tacos are perfect for parties or game day snacks.
- 1 small avocado, peeled, halved, pitted, and mashed
- 1 tomato, peeled, cored, seeds removed, chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
- dash Tabasco sauce or other hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 9 corn tortillas
- vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
- 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
In a medium bowl, stir mashed avocado and half of the chopped tomato together. Add chopped onion, garlic, Tabasco sauce, lemon juice, salt, and chili powder. Chill thoroughly. Quarter each tortilla. Pour vegetable oil into a small saucepan to about 1-inch in depth; heat to frying temperature. Fry tortilla quarters, one at a time, holding with tongs while moving to form a "cup." Fry for several seconds, or until tortilla is crispy. Repeat with each tortilla quarter until all are done; drain on paper towels. Place shredded lettuce in each tortilla, top with a teaspoonful of avocado mixture, then sprinkle with chopped tomato and shredded Cheddar cheese.
Makes 36 small appetizer tacos.
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Schwinn Recumbent Exercise Bike Review
What You Should Know
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A Schwinn Recumbent Exercise Bike could potentially make an excellent addition to your home gym, or be the only piece of equipment you need to work out in the comfort of your own home. Schwinn, though most well known for their bicycles, makes a line of four different recumbent bikes in addition to their upright bikes. We will take a closer look at all four models to help you decide which one is the best choice for what you are looking for in a bike, and the budget you have available.
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A Schwinn Recumbent Exercise Bike will cost you anywhere from $249.00 to $449.00. Financing is available on approved credit, making payments anywhere from $10 to $14 per month. The four bikes in the line are: Schwinn® A20 Recumbent Bike, Schwinn® Active™ Series 20 Recumbent Bike, Schwinn® 220 Recumbent Bike, and the Schwinn® 240 Recumbent Bike, priced from least expensive to most expensive, respectively. The features vary based on the model, but you will get either 8 or 16 resistance levels, along with various pre-programmed workouts. The least expensive model is battery powered, with an optional AC power adapter. The next least expensive model is battery powered, but does not come with an AC adapter. The other two are AC powered. Each bike comes with a warranty on the frame, mechanics and electronics, as well as parts. The cheaper models have the shortest warranty, and the pricey models have longer warranties. The warranty on parts ranges from 30 to 90 days, which doesn't really give you a good choice, no matter which model you buy. The warranty on the bike frame lasts anywhere from a year to 5 years, depending on the model you choose.
- A Schwinn Recumbent Exercise Bike is from a well known and trusted brand.
- Schwinn Recumbent Exercise Bikes will not provide a full body workout.
- The warranty on parts is not long enough, regardless of which model you buy.
- This does not come with a money back guarantee.
- This does not address diet and nutrition.
Schwinn Recumbent Exercise Bikes are an ideal choice for someone who wants an exercise bike, but does not like the upright bike style. Though they are slightly more expensive than the upright model, many people find them more comfortable. Using an exercise bike will help you burn calories and work your body, but it will not provide a full body workout, and will not help with weight loss unless you are also following a nutritionally balanced diet, with fewer calories than you are burning through exercise. If you need more of a boost and want to lose weight quicker, add a weight loss supplement that contains a proven fat burner or appetite suppressant in the effective dosage amounts.


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Retail & Services
May 6, 2014
NESCAFÉ MY CUP has launched its 'Stir it up and Win' competition, giving consumers the chance to win prizes, including ten JEEP Wrangler 4x4, Xperia Prizes from Sony and much more.
May 4, 2014
Dubai Investments announced a jump in its net profits by 26% to AED 265 million for the first quarter of 2014, compared to AED 211 million in the same period last year.
Biolab, the exclusive Biomnis dealer in the Kingdom, recently participated in a free medical day within the Naour district.
Injazat Data Systems' Information Technology solutions for Al Ain City Municipality were recently featured at the Cityscape Abu Dhabi exhibition.
Emirates Green Building Council joined hands with Middle East Facility Management Association to host a networking event focused on the newest trends in green community development and management.
May 1, 2014
The Dubai Public Library, took the essence of the written word to the community through 'Library Week,' the annual initiative aimed at instilling the importance of reading among young students.
April 30, 2014
Epicor Software Corporation, a global leader in business software solutions for manufacturing, distribution, retail and services organizations, unveils Epicor ERP version 10 at its annual customer conference.
April 29, 2014
It's all about the consumer: Around 45 percent of UAE residents use GITEX shopper to purchase their IT products, according to an Acer survey.
Choithrams and British-based Tescos will be joining forces to bring the supermarket chain to the UAE, a source has said.
A 13-member delegation from Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region of the People's Republic of China, visited Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) last week.
April 28, 2014
The share of women's mid-market apparel within emerging markets is expected to rise to over 50 percent by 2025, and Dubai is leading the way in this development.
Biolab, the exclusive Biomnis dealer in the Kingdom, recently participated in a career day hosted by the International Amman Academy School (IAA), held for students between ninth and eleventh grade.
Hamad Medical Corporation has announced its plans to launch the Hamad Healthcare Quality Institute in Qatar.
Many traders have expressed their concern over fake and duplicate items in the local markets, while shoppers justified their need to buy such items since original items cost far too much because of monopoly trade practices.
April 27, 2014
The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, has signed a memorandum of agreement with the University of Wollongong in Dubai, one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the UAE.


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About Me
- About DuckNe5t
- Location
- NYC Area
- Occupation
- Freelance Graphic Designer, Home Studio Recording/Producing
- Biography
- 22 y/o, couple years of college, Audio Technology Graduate,
- Career highlights
- Nothing special.
A couple small gigs as a live mixer, DJ, etc..
I make a lot of original music. Don't really post a lot online though.
- Other interests
- Guitar for 9 years, Piano for 6, I <3 GRRM, Robert Jordan, JRRTolkien, Cormac McCarthy, and many more authors and novels. I also am a video game nerd. PC FTW! But I also have a 360. [DeusEx:HumanRevolution] = Best singleplayer sinze Zelda on SNES
- Key gear used
- [2007 Fender White/Maple Neck Mexican Stratocaster]
- Sperzel Locking Tuners
- Custom Shop '69 Pickups
[Cordoba Nylon String Classical]
- ****ing Beautiful Guitar
[M-Audio 61 Keystation]
[Novation sl mkii 25]
[Moog Minitaur]
[Macbook Pro (2011)]
- 8 gb ram (only upgrade)
Komplete 8
Waves Mercury
Camel Audio Alchemy
Logic Pro 9
Pro Tools 10
Ableton Live 8
Reason 5
Audio Hijack Pro
Mbox Mini
- Influences
- Sci-fi and Fantasy Novels
Newports and Marb Reds
Bob Marley, Kurt Cobain, Trent Reznor, Kanye West, The Fall of Troy, Eliott Smith
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- Cordoba Classical Guitar
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PORTLAND -- After two weeks of storms, Portland-area rivers and streams are running high, fast and cold, and they're filled with debris.
The combination has been dangerous, plunging four men into local waterways over the past few days and claiming one man's life.
Background: Kayaker found dead near Sauvie Island
Multnomah County River Patrol deputies warned Monday that the water will remain dangerous from now through spring.
Lt. Travis Gullberg said people using local waterways should be on the lookout for debris, should always wear life jackets and should not boat alone.
"The reality is, it's quick and you need to get out of the water as quickly as possible," Gullberg said. "So obviously partnering up so you can be around other people is the best idea."
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Molly M. Czernik (Warning, Kane) of Lake Peekskill and formerly of Ossining passed away Monday, January 28, 2013. She was 45. Molly was born in Kettering, Ohio on August 16, 1967, and was the daughter of Donald and Mary (Kuntz) Warning.
Molly was an Administrative Assistant at Devereux Millwood Learning Center in Millwood. She is survived by her husband Matthew, her Daughters Madeline and Charlotte Kane, her seven siblings Marta (Luigi) Costantini, Joseph ( Laura), Leslie Reddy, Peter (Lori), Donald (Nuzah), Mindy (Andrew) Childs, Madeline (George) Angelini; Many aunts, uncles, niece and nephews.
Memorial visiting hours will be held at Dorsey Funeral Home from 4-7:00pm on Thursday. The Funeral Mass will be held on Friday at 11:30 am at St. Augustine Church and the interment will be private.


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Sabrina Parsons, Contributor
Sabrina is the CEO of Palo Alto Software and a mom to 3 boys.
The latest Time Magazine cover is just too alluring not to write something about it. As a mother of 3 little boys, and a mother who breastfed all 3 of them until they were 18 months old, I can't help but be drawn to the cover and at the same time be annoyed by it. The article surrounding the cover is all about Dr. Sears and his theories of attachment parenting. What bothers me though is that the mainstream thought is that only women who stay home can practice attachment parenting. Just recently I wrote an article rebutting Elisabeth Badinter and her book about how modern motherhood undermines the status of women. The Time magazine cover bothers me in the same way.
The staff writer at TIME behind the cover article, Kate Pickert, is interviewed about her article, and in her opinion the idea that working moms can practice attachment parenting is not valid. Apparently Dr. Sears himself talks about how attachment parenting can be great for working moms because it allows them to be very physically close to their babies when they do come home from work. Pickert comments that working moms who try to co-sleep and breastfeed all through the night won't be able to work the next day and won't be able to actually perform their job duties.
I object. In the same way that I object to Elisabeth Badinter saying that this sort of "liberal" motherhood is anti-feminist and is working against women seeking equality in their public lives. For me attachment parenting (in my way of practicing it) has been wonderful. I brought my 3 boys into the office for the first 4 months of their lives. I wore them in a baby sling, and breastfed them on demand.
Full Roundup: Breastfeeding And Attachment Parenting: Forbes Talking About Time Cover
When my first 2 boys were born I was running the marketing and biz dev teams at Palo Alto Software. When my 3rd was born I was the CEO. I didn't feel like I could take 3 months maternity leave as there really was no one who could substitute for my duties. I had projects happening that I needed and wanted to complete, and I had goals I needed and wanted to reach. So I made it all work for me, my job, and my babies.
For the first 4 months of all 3 boys lives they were rarely away from me. I brought them to work, conducted interviews with them, was on conference calls, and even traveled with them (my mom would come on business trips with me). I slept with them at night and breastfed on demand. At 4 months old they were getting too loud and wiggly to keep coming to the office. So I left them at home with a nanny, but continued to breastfeed –pumping 4 times a day at work. I have pumped in every place imaginable, including the office of a Dean of Business School at a prominent University. Even though they were home during the day, the minute I got home (I arrange my hours so that I can get home by 4:45) the babies were back in a sling, and remained there until bedtime, when they slept in bed with me and my husband and breastfed on demand all night.
I know that I have been lucky. Being involved in a small but growing tech business, and being the boss, helps me set the tone at work. I also had three babies that were relatively easy as little ones. They were not colicky and they loved to breastfeed and did so easily with a good latch. With the use of a great sling I was able to be hands free, work at my computer, and take babies to meetings without anyone else knowing when and if they were breastfeeding. I used a nursing cover over the sling, which my boys as babies loved- it made them feel warm, close, and cozy with me– but gave me the ability to cover the babies and not make other people at the office uncomfortable about breastfeeding.
My babies were such great latchers at night, that if they slept with me, I actually got more sleep than if they had been in separate rooms. My boys have always been light sleepers and not great eaters. But allowing them to breastfeed at night on demand– but in my bed where I didn't have to get up, or really ever be fully awake, but just role over and let them feed on demand meant I was actually less tired the next day. I breastfed all three babies past their first birthdays, the oldest until he was 19 months old. I loved the closeness I felt and I did feel less mommy guilt and like a happier mommy practicing this type of attachment parenting.
But why is it that people want to say that working moms can not do this, and that working moms are being stifled, and held back by theories like this? No, I never breastfed a child until they were 3 or 4, like the woman on the cover (nor unfortunately did I look as young and hot as she does while breastfeeding). No, I didn't spend 24 hours a day with my kids every day. But I have been able to pursue a great career, feel fulfilled intellectually, and still be very, very, close with my kids, and practice my version of attachment parenting. To this day all 3 of my boys will wander into our room at night and climb into bed with me and my husband. The older boys have gotten big enough now that they have a rule they have to follow. The last one into our room in the middle of the night sleeps with his head at the foot of the bed — because we have run out of space in our king bed. I guess I should look at making the custom bed that Brand Pitt and Angelina Jolie have apparently made for themselves and their 6 kids.
Some people may think I am crazy to have nursed children at work, and let them even now sleep in bed with me and my husband. Others will think I should not work and be at home with my kids all the time. And that is fine- everyone can think whatever they want. This is the beauty of choice. I have chosen how I want to be a mom, and for me and my kids–it works. I am absolutely "mom enough" and am offended that Time would even pose that question on its cover. Every woman should be able to choose the best path for herself as a mother and as a member of society. And she should not be told by others why she is wrong. The way we judge moms in today's world is what is bad for women. I feel that I have chosen my path because it makes me a better mother. I love my work, and love that I will be creating a successful history that both me and my family can be proud of. I love that my boys will have me as an example that women can do anything they want. My life makes me happy, and that makes me a better mom. I am with my kids every moment I am not at work. I don't go on vacations with girlfriends, or alone with my husband. These are the choices I make that make my life work for me. I practice my version of attachment parenting, and I feel like I am a great mom, and a great contributor to society. Whether people agree with me or not, is fine. But the moment you ask me whether I am "mom enough" is the moment you jeopardize feminism.
Full Roundup: Breastfeeding And Attachment Parenting: Forbes Talking About Time Cover
Apparently, no one was reading Time which is exactly why the editors published it. It was like dumping gasoline all over a simmering fire and then throwing a match on it. We all know what you get. A hell of an explosion. And we all proved we were lemmings. Meanwhile, all of the marketing executives and editors are high fiving each other backstage. I talk about the end of my role as a lemming here:
Interesting that you're focus is entirely on "Mom." Both 'Time' and that boy's mother should be arrested for child exploitation. 'Time' – the great judge of our morality – will just walk away after their clever little cover but that poor kid will be harassed in school for years. Anything for a buck. Great job 'mom.'
well said, agree with Michael.
Of course he will. Not only that, but if she REALLY knew of all the sexually demeaning comments that are all over the internet in regards to this picture, I would THINK she'd be ashamed of herself. I was just watching a video taped in 2010 of a child sitting in a car seat lapping an ice cream cope and dozing off at the same time. Here's an example of the comments I've seen….
"Just let him lap on a tit like the one on Time's cover instead, and I bet he'll stay awake…."
Nice, huh?
Are you suggesting that women should be ashamed of anything that rude men use as fodder for rude and sexually demeaning comments? Sexy women should be ashamed?
Very well said. We should all be allowed to make parenting decisions that we feel are best. I nursed my son for more than two years with the criticism of most my family and friends. I did what I felt was best. I also have worked most of his life. I can't imagine I could possibly have a better relationship with my children. We are very close and I cherish the time we spend with one another. I am annoyed when anyone says working mothers are any less a mother because they work.
With breastfeeding the decision should be left to the mother's. However, your statement that we should be allowed to make parenting decisions that we feel are best is limited and that should be stated. There are parenting decisions, especially related to discipline, that the government has made clear that parents don't get to decide for themselves without potential criminal charges. Punishing with a cold shower has resulted in CPS involvement. Permitting your child on a public beach at the age of the child on the cover naked doesn't go without repercussions. But if your child is 8 years old and you want to breastfeed, go ahead.
I wrote about this article, too, on my blog Huppie Mama. the piece is called "TIME to Get a Clue". Feel free to visit the post and comment there as well. Thanks! http://huppiemama.com/?p=1884
The photo cover is totally unrealistic, who feeds the baby standing up and the baby on the chair? the photo takes away whatever point the article wants to make.
If the mum in the photo would have being sitting in a couch, in a park, a caffe or in the bed lay down or even in the floor.
Whoever took the decision to put the mum standing up it seems that wanted to portrait an image that breastfeeding is uncomfortable. shocking
I don't have a child yet but I have to say I was pretty offended by this article. The idea of being mom "enough" is preposterous. There is no wrong way or right way to parent, and the question of "enough" should not even come in to play, especially on the cover of a major, esteemed magazine like Time. Hate to think of what this child will have to endure when he grows up and looks back on this picture.
"I am absolutely "mom enough" and am offended that Time would even pose that question on it's cover."
Mothers will never be immune from criticism because their parenting techniques affect the long-term psychological well-being of their kids. When these kids grow up, the rest of us will depend on them in their capacities as co-workers and taxpayers. I'm not a psychologist but I doubt that anything positive is likely to come from breast-feeding a three year-old. I'm no prude but I believe that this deliberately-provocative depiction of the practice on the cover of a major magazine is an outrage. The people who are responsible are genuine idiots who should be fired or at least demoted.
Did Time feature this anti-women article in order to provoke a reaction on social media, thus extending its marketing reach? (good figures for advertizers!)
Or is it possible that the writer and editors at Time really believe in wackjob theories designed to enslave women?
Either way: pretty disgusting.
The woman on the cover is crazy. She wants people to think she is a super mom for what? Making her son the laughing stock of the world? Because that's what she is doing. I bet she still tells people her child's age in months. Breastfeeding is for nourishing a BABY, not to make you feel like a good mother.
If your kid can feed himself, has teeth and can speak -you shouldn't be breastfeeding. Starting when the TEETH come in.
I feel bad for that kid now and for the years ahead of him in school. High School is going to suck kid, you can thank your mother for that.
I wasn't offended, but TIME should be, because MAN is still using our bodies to sell and advertise their product to put money into their pockets that we cannot even get even if we work the same job with the same title :)
Stop telling women what to do with their bodies that God gave us, not you. You want to tell us when to have a baby and when not to have one and what we should not do to protect us if we don't want to have any:) Hate to say it, but anyone that has kids the way this world is today, needs their head examined :) I am busy right now helping to watch over my little great nephew so he won't be hurt when he is with me and I feel responsible even if his mom is around because this is human nature and anyone that cares would do this to help keep our kids protected :)
Mind you these comments are only valid in Americas and western countries. Many US and western companies comes to Asia. These benefits disappeared and never being mentioned.
Even child care for employees are hard to come by let alone have a mother breastfeeding office and attachment parenting. Point is the argument is only valid based on context.
Dr. Sears: "If you were on an island and you had no mother-in-laws no psychologists no doctors no experts, this is what you would naturally and instinctively do,"
IF U were on a Deserted Island?
You'd probably be doing your sister.
THATS where you going with this?
"Doctor" Sears?
That ? Your 2nd advice?
If you are interested in hearing the voices of some real, caring, intelligent mothers speak about their experiences breastfeeding past the first year, you can hear "Breastfeeding Beyond Infancy" at http://www.knitwisemedia.org .
"Breastfeeding Beyond Infancy" is an independently produced hour-long radio documentary. It features the voices of fourteen women who have breastfed their children between one and four years. Some of the major topics covered include: dealing with judgment and criticism, public nursing, benefits and challenges, weaning, nursing while working, and support. Also featured is commentary from Dr. Nigel Rollins, of the World Health Organization, Dr. Jay Gordon, a Fellow of the American Association of Pediatrics, and Dr. Katherine Dettwyler, Associate Professor, Department of Anthropology, University of Delaware.
The goal of this radio documentary is to give voice to breastfeeding mothers, and to stimulate dialogue about breastfeeding past one year in the United States.
I found this cover to be offensive. Breastfeeding is a very personal choice. If this Mom wants to breastfeed her older child, she really should keep it private and personal. I'm not saying she should hide it but why did she have to rub it in our faces on a magazine cover? She's obviously hungry for attention and feels totally comfortable exploiting her child. Shame on her. Can you say "OctoMom"?
OMG, I almost felt off my chair when I read Sabrina Parsons, a dear friend, was in defense of "attachment parenting" until I read the operative word: "working-mom".
Having served with Sabrina on the Board of Directors for Princeton Entrepreneurs Network (PEN), I have always admired Sabrina for her achievements as a CEO, mother, wife, femmepreneur, and Princeton Alumnae.
The bottom line is that I agree with Sabrina on the "Defense of WORKING WOMEN and attachment parenting" and I LOVE her tittle "Every Mom Should Be Offended", I sure was, a some-day-mom-to-be.
That said, I was absolutely appalled by the "Times-Mom"! Seriously???!!!! Breastfeeding a four year old son, really!!?!??! Really!???! I think this really sets up unrealistic expectations on my gender. Really??!!? I am not the only one http://www.hulu.com/watch/360877/saturday-night-live-weekend-update-really-time-magazine-cover#s-p1-sr-i3
I wonder if there is a fundamental "attachment-gender-difference"? I have only heard of "moms with sons"…I just wonder if any "women with daughters" experience the same "passion". What would Downtown Abby say?
at first I was very interested and attracted with Time's cover. But when I understood the real meaning of it – it seemed to me really strange. I thought that longtime breastfeeding is not wellome only here – in Russian outback, and all the other world understands that breastfeeding is very-very important. I'm also mom of 17 month old boy, and I never stop working (thanks for my boss I have an opportгnity to work at home most of time). I'm the memmer of different communities for natural (attachment) parenting. I would like to translate for Russian moms the article from Time magazin and this article too (if author doesn't mind). Could someone help me to find the full version of Time's article (link for it or scan copy to my mail box). Me and thousands of moms in Russia will be very grateful for this help.
The reaction to Time's cover is exactly why those of us who choose to long-term breastfeed do so discretely, especially after aged two or three, and especially our boys. Our society is so unused to seeing chlldren nursing that many are repelled by it. Although a common and acceptable sight in other places around the world, in the west we keep it hidden from public view – and so most people remain unaware of how many chlldren nurse long-term. Generally we boast of a child's independence and have become ashamed of signs of dependency – and so the fact that many children like to nurse, or have a bottle, or creep into the parental bed at night is hidden. Now Time has presented us with a startling image for all to see. And debate. Time magazine has provided a great platform for those of us who wish to respond to their article and to reach a much wider audience than would usually be interested. I really enjoyed your article, thanks. http://ritesforgirls.com/having-kids-huge-responsibility/
The biggest issue with the entire article and cover is this:
Does the woman have a brain?
Hope she's ready to deal with the results of her actions.
This poor kid is now marked for the rest of his life!
That cover will show upat EVERY turn in this kids life!
Graduations, proms, yearbooks, etc.
Just as well if she painted a bullseye on his forehead.
Bullying? He'll wish he only got beat-up by other kids.
Glad she was thinking of herself (as usual nowadays) and not him!
Let's see a cover story on him in 15 years and ask HIM what he thinks of it!
Mommy Moron!
I don't think is necessary to breastfeed your child for so many years..however I must say that moms who stay at home have a better chance to develop a stronger attachment with their children. I consider myself a feminist, however I don't agree with the idea of the "super woman" who can hold a good and important job and at the same time be an amazing, devoted mom. This is just not possible… there is simply not enough time. You can't devote so much of your time to both activities, one is partially sacrificed. If you have a part time job you may be able to spend enough time with your child, but if you are a busy CEO of a company I am pretty sure you just won't have enough time to spend with your child. Is that being a bad mom? no. Women have a lot on their shoulders…but are you giving your child the time he deserved? no. If you are a career women you probably drop off your child at the daycare at 8am, go to work, come back and pick him up at 5:00pm, take him home, spend some time with him and put him in bed. Most of the time that he is awake he is not with you. So no, it is not possible to be a successful career woman and be the best of the moms. I myself have met many children and adults who had working moms and had told me how much they would have loved to spend more time with their moms and have them at home. Does this mean that women shouldn't go to work? No. This means that women should make choices, realistic choices and be aware that something has to be at least partially sacrificed. I don't have kids and I do not want to have kids until I know I can raise them myself. I am focused in my career now and I know that if I had a child now I won't be able to spend enough time with him. Why would I have a baby to give it to somebody else for most part of the day? I respect all positions and is fine if a woman says that she wants to be a career woman and also have 3 kids, but saying that you are doing both of those activities successfully and completely is just unrealistic
I don't think is necessary to breastfeed your child for so many years..however I must say that moms who stay at home have a better chance to develop a stronger attachment with their children. I consider myself a feminist, however I don't agree with the idea of the "super woman" who can hold a good and important job and at the same time be an amazing, devoted mom. This is just not possible… there is simply not enough time. You can't devote so much of your time to both activities, one is partially sacrificed. If you have a part time job you may be able to spend enough time with your child, but if you are a busy CEO of a company I am pretty sure you just won't have enough time to spend with your child. Is that being a bad mom? no. Women have a lot on their shoulders…but are you giving your child the time he deserved? no. If you are a career women you probably drop off your child at the daycare at 8am, go to work, come back and pick him up at 5:00pm, take him home, spend some time with him and put him in bed. Most of the time that he is awake he is not with you. So no, it is not possible to be a successful career woman and be the best of the moms. I myself have met many children and adults who had working moms and have told me how much they would have loved to spend more time with their moms and have them at home. Does this mean that women shouldn't go to work? No. This means that women should make choices, realistic choices and be aware that something has to be at least partially sacrificed. I don't have kids and I do not want to have kids until I know I can raise them myself. I am focused in my career now and I know that if I had a child now I wouldn't be able to spend enough time with him. Why would I have a baby to give it to somebody else for most part of the day? I respect all positions and it's fine if a woman says that she wants to be a career woman and also have 3 kids, but saying that you are doing both of those activities successfully and completely is just unrealistic
Most women are not CEOS of their own companies. Most women are not able to set the tone of their workplace. Don't misunderstand me, I am happy for you that you were able to work while still practicing attachment parenting. But you seem to suggest that it's possible for any working mom, and I just don't buy that. Moreover, I feel a little bad for your husband, as it seems from your article that he was rarely around his baby (unless he worked with you?), and even he was, you'd be the one holding the baby, never your husband. Attachment parenting often focuses more on the mom than the dad, though, so perhaps I'm getting the wrong impression here. I really do think it's wonderful that you found a balance that worked for you and your family.
On a somewhat separate note, I do not understand the practice of wearing my baby in a sling at all times. I've seen other moms do it, but every time I wore my baby when he slept, he wouldn't sleep well, and he'd be super-cranky when he woke up. I learned that he just couldn't sleep well in a sling or carrier, even if I was doing something as quiet as working on the computer. He slept great on his back in a crib, though. It just goes to show you that all babies are different, and grand theories like attachment parenting have to be taken with a grain of salt. (Especially, quite frankly, when it's a man doing all the theorizing.)


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Johnny Depp reunites with Helena Bonham Carter in this very Burtonesque trip down the rabbit hole.
This glorious new feature length animated film from France celebrates the world of fairytales.
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Johnny Depp stars as Willy Wonka in Burton's adaptation of the much-loved novel by Roald Dahl.
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Most advice you'll see about backing up the Windows XP registry will advise backing up each individual registry key you're planning on touching.
While that's good advice if you're making one or two changes in the Windows XP registry, it's not practical if you're making many changes or are concerned about making accidental changes to the registry.
In the method described below, you backup the complete Windows XP registry, giving you the opportunity to undo any problem you might cause when making edits.
Note: The steps below require working with the Windows Registry in Windows XP. Making changes other than the ones described below could cause serious problems in Windows XP.
Difficulty: Easy
Time Required: Backing up the Windows XP Registry will probably take you 5 to 10 minutes
Here's How:
Execute regedit to start the Registry Editor program.
See How To Open Registry Editor if you need more details on that.
On the left pane of Registry Editor, locate Computer, which will be all the way at the top.
Click once on Computer to highlight it.
Choose File from the Registry Editor menu and then choose Export....
Once the Export Registry File window appears, choose a location to save the registry backup (REG) file to.
Note: You want to be able to easily find this file if you need to restore the registry backup so be sure to choose someplace easy to get to, like the Desktop.
Enter a name for the registry backup file in the File name: text field.
Note: Name the backup file something logical like XP Registry Backup DATE, substituting the current date for DATE. Anything will work, just keep it simple so you're not digging around for it if you need it later.
Confirm all the above choices by clicking the Save button.
A file named with the name you just chose, with a REG file extension, will now be saved in the location you specified.
At this point you can start making changes to the Windows XP Registry.
If for whatever reason you need to undo the changes you've made, you can use the backup file you just created to restore the Windows XP registry, returning all keys and values to back to the way they existed when you made the backup file.


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A Township Tour in Cape town is highly recommended. Townships were created as living areas for non-whites under the old political system of Apartheid. Townships are still home to a large percentage of Cape Town's population today. Most of Cape Town's townships are concentrated in the area known as the Cape Flats which lie to the East of Table Mountain. Siviwe Tours specializes in township tours to Langa, Cape Town's oldest black township. Some Township Tours also include Bo-Kaap (home to the Cape Malays) and a visit to the District 6 Museum.
Township tours are walking tours, they usually last half a day or so and include a visit to a shebeen (pub), school, orphanage, community center and a traditional healer. Having a bunch of wealthy tourists stare at orphans may seem a little odd but it may be the only opportunity you get to see how most of Cape Town's workers live. Spending the night in a Township will offer a little more depth to your visit.
Companies Offering Township Tours:
Meljo Tours
Siviwe Tours
The Last Word
Amatikulu Tours
Randy's Tours
The best music in Cape town originates from its townships and a music tour is a great way to experience the creativity and vibrancy that exists in the townships despite the poverty. For a visual of what to expect when you visit check out Sue Johnson beautiful photos of Khayelitsha township in the Cape Flats.
Also See: Account of a Township Tour in Cape Town - Voyeurism or Valuable Cultural Exchange?


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Government > News Hits
Published 1/8/2003
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It isnt the first time the City of Detroit has been sued for deploying undercover cops as prostitutes. News Hits predicts that it wont be the last.
In December, Gary Culver sued the city and a Detroit police officer in Wayne County Circuit Court after he was arrested for allegedly soliciting an undercover cop posing as a prostitute. According to the lawsuit, Culver, a former Ameritech Services employee, was repairing a pay phone on the citys east side in 2001 when police officer Michelle Donald, posing as a prostitute, approached him. Culver said he told Donald to take her business around the corner and continued working on the pay phone; minutes later, uniformed officers arrested Culver and the Ameritech van was impounded, the lawsuit states.
Culver pleaded not guilty to the charge and requested a jury trial. But Donald never showed and the case was dismissed. Culver was fired from his job. (He also sued Ameritech for wrongful termination.)
Although the solicitation case was dismissed, Ameritech had to pay to reclaim the van. In fact, anyone who is charged with solicitation and has their vehicle impounded must pay $975 to reclaim it even when found innocent of the charge. The police department gets $650 of the $900 impound fee, according to the departments corporate communications office. Another $250 goes to the Wayne County Prosecutors Office, according to spokesperson Rebecca Tenario, who says that the county impounded about 7,000 vehicles last year; nearly all the vehicles were impounded in Detroit. The towing company gets the remaining $75.
Culvers lawsuit alleges that the impound fee gives officers an incentive to falsely arrest people for solicitation.
Im convinced that the city profits so much from this program that it gives them quite an incentive to do what is done to Gary and other unsuspecting citizens, says attorney Jeanne Mirer, who represents Culver.
Mirer adds that since police decoys dont wear wires or use video cameras, it comes down to the officers word against that of the suspect.
The lawsuit also alleges that officers often dont show for trial, insulating them from cross-examination.
Brenda Braceful, Detroits deputy corporation counsel, says she cant comment on the lawsuit since she has not yet reviewed it. However, Braceful says that stings are not designed to generate revenue but to make streets safe for citizens. She also says its possible that officer Donald did not attend Culvers trial because she was not notified of it.
But Donald did attend a hearing in which Culver challenged Ameritechs denial of his unemployment benefits. At that hearing, Judge Martin Hirshman ruled in Culvers favor, writing that he found Donalds testimony untrue and inconsistent with her written police report.
Donald could not be reached for comment.
The Triangle Foundation, a Detroit-based gay and lesbian advocacy group, along with six men, sued the city and several officers in 2001 after hundreds of gay men were arrested in Rouge Park and had their cars impounded for allegedly soliciting officers posing as male prostitutes. The Detroit City Council held several hearings where gay men testified that they were entrapped by police officers who offered them sex.
Their only interest is to generate money, Triangle Foundation executive director Jeffrey Montgomery says of the sting operations. He and others suggested at council hearings that decoys wear wires or the department deploy more uniformed officers in areas where prostitution is rampant.
Culver has another solution get rid of the stings. Theyre not doing it to prevent crime or deter crime, he says. Theyre doing it for the purpose of money.
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Before you can improve employee satisfaction and employee engagement, you need to know what to improve. The annual Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) 2011 Employee Job Satisfaction and Engagement Survey identifies the factors that are important in employee job satisfaction and employee engagement as perceived by employees.
The survey's purpose is to assist employers to develop the right programs and practices when they seek to have an impact on these two factors that are critical to employee morale and motivation. Understanding employee preferences provides guidance for the knowledgeable allocation of resources.
The survey explored 35 aspects of employee job satisfaction, divided into four topic areas—career development, relationship with management, compensation and benefits, and work environment. Added in 2011, the survey also explored employee engagement.
Satisfaction Survey Results
According to this study, "83% of U.S. employees reported overall satisfaction with their current job, with 41% of employees indicating they were 'very satisfied' and 42% 'somewhat satisfied.' Despite this high percentage of satisfied employees, the level of overall satisfaction has been trending downward since 2009."
Employees in organizations that had fewer than 100 employees expressed satisfaction more frequently than employers in larger organizations with 2500 or more employees. SHRM found no significant differences in overall job satisfaction by employee industry, job tenure, race or gender.
Engagement, however, is a different story. The U.S. has a problem with employee engagement. In this year's SHRM survey, employees were only moderately engaged (3.6) on a scale of 1 to 5, where 5 is highly engaged. Findings by the Gallup organization about disengaged employees were highlighted in the Wall Street Journal. Gallup found 19% of 1,000 people interviewed "actively disengaged" at work. These workers complain that they don't have the tools they need to do their jobs. They don't know what is expected of them. Their bosses don't listen to them.
Top 10 Contributors to Employee Job Satisfaction
Employees identified these factors as their top 10 most important contributors to their job satisfaction.
- Job security: 63%, for the fourth consecutive year, as the top most important determinant of job satisfaction. (67% of employees are very satisfied or satisfied with their job security.)
- Opportunities to Use Skills and Abilities: 62%. (74% are satisfied or very satisfied in their workplace.)
- Organization's Financial Stability: 55%. (63% are satisfied or very satisfied.)
- Relationship with Immediate Supervisor: 55%. (73% are satisfied or very satisfied.)
- Compensation: 54%. (61% are satisfied or very satisfied.)
- Benefits: 53%. (65% are satisfied or very satisfied.)
- Communication between Employees and Senior Management: 53% (54% are satisfied or very satisfied.)
- The Work Itself: 53%. (76% are satisfied or very satisfied.)
- Autonomy and independence: 52%. (69% are satisfied or very satisfied.)
- Management's Recognition of Employee Performance: 49%. (57% are satisfied or very satisfied.)
- Feeling Safe at Work: 48%. (78% are satisfied or very satisfied.)
- Overall Corporate Culture: 46%. (60% are satisfied or very satisfied.)
- Flexibility for Work-Life Balance: 38%. (65% are satisfied or very satisfied.)
- Relationships with Coworkers: 38%. (76% are satisfied or very satisfied.)
SHRM Reports that Benefits which had been in the top two contributors to job satisfaction since 2002, slipped to fifth place. Relationship with immediate supervisor is new this year to the list of top five most important job satisfaction contributors. Among SHRM's other results: Chance for career advancement (36%) has been declining since 2002. Coaching, mentoring, and succession planning are less important in companies with less than 100 employees.
18 Employee Engagement Conditions
Employee engagement, according to the SHRM report, is more likely to occur when certain conditions exist. Employers can maximize employee engagement via improving these factors. The percentages indicate the overall satisfaction of employees with the listed condition of engagement. The items are listed in order from the employee survey results: most satisfied to least satisfied with the condition in their organization.
- The work itself: 76%
- Relationships with co-workers: 76%
- Opportunities to use skills and abilities: 74%
- Relationship with immediate supervisor: 73%
- Contribution of work to organization's business goals: 71%
- Autonomy and independence: 69%
- Meaningfulness of job: 69%
- Variety of work: 68%
- Organization's financial stability: 63%
- Overall corporate culture: 60%
- Management's recognition of employee job performance: 57%
- Job-specific training: 55%
- Communication between employees and senior management: 54%
- Organization's commitment to professional development: 54%
- Networking: 49%
- Organization's commitment to corporate social responsibility: 49%
- Career development opportunities: 48%
- Career advancement opportunities: 42%
With the percentages noted in both the satisfaction portion of the survey results and the engagement aspects of the survey, employers have some work to do to fully satisfy and, especially, engage employees. Note that four aspects of employee career and professional development fall in the bottom seven for employee satisfaction:
- Job-specific training
- Organization's committment to professional development
- Career development opportunities
- Career advancement opportunities
Members of SHRM can download the whole report at no cost.
How to Improve Employee Satisfaction and Engagement
Are you interested in how your organization can improve your employee engagement and employee satisfaction? Take a look at these additional resources.