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Robert Lenzner, Contributor
I'm trying to wise up 300 million people about money & finance
I find offensive the primitive accusations that Warren Buffett is a hypocrite for pressing the nation's wealthy to pay higher taxes in order to restore our finances to a stable position. He and his company, Berkshire Hathaway, are being accused of directly receiving bail-out money in 2008 to save their skin during the meltdown. The accusations suggest that Buffett somehow made a sweetheart deal for his own company to receive $95 billion of TARP money from Uncle Sam.
The truth is that Berkshire and millions of other shareholders of four independent financial institutions– Wells Fargo, American Express, BankAmerica and Goldman Sachs each received government largesse to help them stay afloat during the worst financial crisis since the Great Depression. Added together,the largesse amounted to $95 billion– but note well that NONE of that $95 billion went either directly to Berkshire Hathaway or to Warren Buffett. Berkshire and Buffet personally got a big fat Nothing.
But, all the shareholders and employees of Wells Fargo, Bank America, American Express and Goldman Sachs benefited during this trying period. It is just an absolute falsehood to maintain the $95 billion was to enrich Warren Buffett or Berkshire Hathaway. And all accusations to the contrary only underscore the notion I have long held that most citizens of the United States are illiterate with respect to financial or economic matters. And it is a huge gap in the nation's understanding and intelligence that has to be righted some day.
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I agree Bob. He's no hypocrite. He's simply ignorant.
The Joint Committee on Taxation stated that the Buffett tax would generate $5 billion per year. I'm also a bit on the dim side, but I think that means it would raise 1/2 of 1% of our annual budget deficit (approx. $1 trillion).
It would be a slight exaggeration claiming that the tax would "restore our finances to a stable position." Oh ok, it be an outrageous exaggeration.
"Chump change" is more like it.
I think Buffett already answered you in his piece:
""The reform of such complexities should not promote delay in our correcting simple and expensive inequities," he [Buffett] wrote in the Times. "We can't let those who want to protect the privileged get away with insisting that we do nothing until we can do everything.""
There is no one thing that can be done to fix the mess we're in, unless you propose we do something like eliminate the defense budget, or eliminate social security and medicare. Since I assume you aren't a blithering idiot, you realize that such an instant reduction would be harmful.
If we follow that road a little bit more, we get to one where tax rates are gradually raised to where they were before Bush–starting with the wealthiest, but within 5-6 years ended for all. At the same time, we need to cut spending in areas including defense, social security, medicare, and others.
We need to get your "chump change" from a hundred or so different sources–and the wealthy should not be any more exempt from this than any one else.
I find Warren Buffett to be a hypocrite because he won't lead by example and just pay whatever he thinks is "fair". He also should encourage his wealthy friends to do so as well. That might convince me that folks as wealthy as he should have their taxes raised. That would be the billionaires that the president talks about, but I bet not the 250K earners. I bet it would not be the folks who earn a million a year either. They already pay a lot and this might be their "fair share". I don't pay near the amount or % they do and I think I pay more than my "fair share".
and that Barry, is where we have Mr. Lenzner by the trousers and that is why he can't respond. Deep down, he knows we're right. Buffett and Gates need to lead by example on this.
Famously, George Bush once said, paraphrasing "the IRS does not turn down money. Those of you who want to pay higher taxes, fee free to do so."
and frankly the same applies to Obama. He takes the same tax deductions that he says are unfair, its very hypocritical.
Too many get their information from a given Party's talking points and never hear a balanced view or the other side's point of view. A story that is negative about a person or issue and is a complete fabrication gets put into the media. All the Party people go to talking about it and it soon is everywhere as fact. Trying to undo the damage is quite a chore.
The failure to check things for oneself will usually result in the spreading of such lies and misinformation.
@Robert Lenzner
"The truth is that Berkshire and millions of other shareholders of four independent financial institutions– Wells Fargo, American Express, BankAmerica and Goldman Sachs each received government largesse to help them stay afloat during the worst financial crisis since the Great Depression."
Robert, please tell the readers how much money Warren Buffett personally had invested in these financial institutions. My point on your last article has been and remains that if those institutes did not get a bailout, Buffett would have lost a tremendous amount of personal wealth. As an individual, he should not have been involved with the bailout discussions. Secondly, Buffett makes most of his money from dividends, so the tax he is proposing would have little effect on him.
I don't think the guy is honest, and I again challenge you to tell the readers why we should listen to somebody (Buffett) who refused to lead by example.
No Mr. Lenzner, Mr. Buffet received no money directly, but so what? The fact is, Berkshire had $26 billion invested in eight financial companies that HAVE received bailout money. What do you think that would've done to Berkshire's value had these companies been allowed to go under? This was simply a backdoor bailout, but a bailout nonetheless.
I find your own ignorance and ham-handed shilling for Buffet to be most offensive. Perhaps you need to "wise up" before scolding others on their lack of comprehension.


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It ain't over yet?April 7, 2011
Yonghwa is still keeping Seohyun in his heart it seems.
Recently, CN Blue revealed their true feelings through Cable TV Mnet's 'M!Countdown"s Twitter account. In reply to a question 'Who will be cheering for me on stage today?', CN Blue members picked Seohyun over Kim YunA and Kil RaIm.
Yonghwa and Seohyun's last episode on MBC 'We Got Married Season 2′ was aired on April 2nd, where the Goguma couple gave each other a farewell hug as tears came rolling down their cheeks.
On the answer given, netizens commented, "Ah! Jung Yonghwa expressed his feeling this way", "CN Blue seemed to miss Seohyun too", "They are a very compatible couple…", "YongSeo couple, please come back again!", etc.
Credit: tvreport.co.kr
'Babo' audition failure was a blessing in disguise for SooyoungDecember 1, 2010
On SBS TV's "Strong Heart – Royal Family Special" aired on November 30th, Sooyoung talked about how her experience in an audition for a drama. After listening to CN Blue member, Kang Minhyuk's story on how he lost a role in a drama to fellow member, Jung Yonghwa in an audition, Sooyoung said, "Before debut, I've attended a lot of acting auditions too".
Sooyoung said, "The most unforgettable audition I had was for the movie 'Babo (Miracle Of A Giving Fool)'. I wanted a role in the movie so badly but in the end Park Hasun was given the role".
In the movie, Park Hasun played a role as a younger sister to the male actor, Cha Taehyun. According to Sooyoung, she participated in the audition for this role.
Sooyoung added, "If I were to be casted for 'Babo', my debut with SNSD will be affected. After debuted with SNSD, I heard Park Hasun received a lot of attentions from that movie. I think everyone has their own time for everything. Therefore, Minhyuk will do well this time around". For Sooyoung, the failure in the audition was a blessing in disguise.
Kang Minhyuk is currently being casted for SBS Monday-Tuesday drama "It's Okay, Daddy's Daughter".
Credit: mydaily.co.kr
Yonghwa wrote "Love Light" with Seohyun in mindOctober 9, 2010
CN Blue's Jung Yonghwa confessed that there was some hidden meaning behind the lyrics of 'Love Light'.
On MBC's "We Got Married" aired on October 9th, Yonghwa confessed that he was actually thinking of his virtual wifey, Seohyun while composing the lyrics of 'Love Light', the 5th track in their mini album 'Blue Love' which was released in May this year.When Seohyun asked about the lyrics of 'Love Light', Yonghwa explained, "The music of 'Love Light' was written some time ago. When I thought of you (Seohyun), I started to put in the lyrics for the song. For the rap part, I thought of SNSD's 'Tell Me Your Wish' and that was how 'I'm genie for you girl' came about". Upon hearing Yonghwa's confession, Seohyun seemed really happy and smiled shyly.
In this episode, the Yongseo couple had fishing activities and exchanged their couple rings. Fans of the show finally got to witness the Goguma couple walking arm in arm and holding hands with sweet smiles on their faces.
Netizens commented, "They really look good together" and "A beautiful couple".
Credit: joongang.co.kr
Seobaby's 'hubby' coming to Malaysia?September 7, 2010
Yes. You can make it a reality and fanwonder.com's partner, Redstar Presents is happy to make your wishes come true yet again! Like I always say, One unified effort makes all the difference. This is the time to put that into practice. I'm sure you would love to see the cute (Oh, man…I'm a guy but still, I think he's cute) Yonghwa and his friends Jonghyun, Minhyuk and the tall Jungshin.
Ok…enough spazzing about cuteness. Let's go into details how you could bring them over to Malaysia. Just CLICK HERE to go to the event page and RSVP. Redstar Presents are planning to have the "2010 LISTEN TO THE CNBLUE IN MALAYSIA" showcase on October 24th from 6.30pm to 7.30pm at KL LIVE.
So, what are you waiting for? Don't you want to see Seobaby's seobang upclose? This is your chance. RSVP now and i mean NOW!
Yongseo couple to perform at Korean Music WaveAugust 26, 2010
From being members of their own respective groups, Seohyun and Yonghwa became a 'couple' and 'got married' on MBC's "We Got Married Season 2″. Who could have thought that the 'couple' would form a band!
According to MBC on August 26th, the gogoma couple will have a special stage performance at the 2010 Incheon Korean Music Wave on August 29th.
It will surely be the highlight of the show and surely SONEs and BOICEs would be eagerly waiting for their appearance at Incheon. This year's Korean Music Wave boasts big names such as SNSD, Super Junior, BoA, Big Bang, After School, BEAST, MBLAQ, CN Blue, etc.
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SNSD on Music Core 200th Episode SpecialFebruary 20, 2010
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July 30, 2014
MILWAUKEE (AP) -- The Milwaukee Brewers won't change a policy that allows beer in the clubhouse both at home and away.
Several Major League teams have altered their policies following the alcohol-related traffic crash that killed St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Josh Hancock.
Players association representative Chris Capuano says the decision is consistent with the way the ballclub treats its players.
Capuano says team management expects the players to handle themselves professionally.
He says no player would sit in the clubhouse and drink four or five beers and then drive - it just wouldn't happen.
The group Mothers Against Drunk Driving has asked to meet next week with Commissioner Bud Selig to try to broaden a review of the sport's alcohol policies.


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Initially, being diagnosed with diabetes can be a little overwhelming! However, with the right food and lifestyle changes, your diabetes can be controlled very well. Thankfully, managing diabetes, isn't about cutting out all of the foods you love. If your diabetes is well controlled, you should still be able to enjoy a wide variety of foods.
What are the keys to successfully managing diabetes?
- Taking your prescribed medication at the allocated times.
- Eating a healthy diet.
- Eating regular meals.
- Maintaining blood sugars within the recommended range.
- Maintaining a healthy body weight.
- Physical activity.
- Monitoring blood sugars (where appropriate).
What is a healthy diet for diabetes?
The dietary advice for diabetes does not differ from that of the general population. That's good news, as it means you don't need to change to a strict eating plan, which can be a pain, and is often difficult to stick with! Please take a look at my five part series on The Balance of Good Health, for tips and advice on achieving a healthy diet. You may also be interested in reading more about the Glycemic Index for diabetics.
Regular meals
Establishing a regular eating pattern is extremely important for diabetics, as this will help to maintain your blood sugar levels within the normal range, and prevent those unhealthy "peaks and troughs." Generally, you should aim for 3 meals, and 2-3 healthy snacks each day.
Depending on your medication (check with your GP), you may be at risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugars) if you don't eat regularly. Therefore, try to ensure that you have access to healthy snacks at all times. Initially, this may require extra time, in the preparation of these snacks, however it is worth the effort, and will soon become a way of life for you!
Portion control
As we've discussed previously, portion control is key to weight maintenance/loss. It is also important for controlling carbohydrate intake in diabetes. Here is a quick reminder of what your plate should look like. Each time you sit down for a meal, draw imaginary lines on your plate, dividing it into four sections:
- 25% of your plate should be filled with grains or starchy foods, such as rice, pasta, potatoes, corn, or peas.
- 25% should be protein foods, such as meat, fish, poultry, eggs, tofu.
- 50% of your plate should be filled with non-starchy vegetables, such as broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, or mixed salad.
- Finish off with a piece of fruit and your meal is pretty well balanced!
Rate Your Plate to find out how it matches up with the above recommendations.
Taking steps to follow a balanced diet, will really help to control your blood sugars, cholesterol and triglycerides, and also blood pressure. This will ultimately reduce your risk of developing the diabetic complications mentioned yesterday.
This is the second in a series of discussions on diabetes. Please be sure to contact me with any other topics you would like to read on this subject.
Part 1 What is Diabetes?
Please note, if you have diabetes, you should be regularly monitored by your GP and dietitian. These notes are for general guidance only, and are not a substitute for regular diabetic checkups.


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Red Cross Disaster Worker Butch Cooper of Arkansas and 13-year-old Duane Reese unload supplies at an aid station at the Southgate Pentecostal Church in Moore, OK. Photo credit: Jecoliah Ellis/American Red Cross
Red Cross Disaster Worker Butch Cooper of Arkansas and 13-year-old Duane Reese unload supplies at an aid station at the Southgate Pentecostal Church in Moore, OK. Photo credit: Jecoliah Ellis/American Red Cross
Disaster Alert
South Dakota– A wildfire destroyed or damaged homes, threatened others and prompted the evacuation of scores of residents in Custer County on Thursday.
The Black Hills Area chapter talked to Emergency Management, deployed team members, dispatched a disaster trailer, opened a shelter and provided assistance to disaster victims as needed.
The following information shows our total service delivery as of July 15, 2012 in Montana:
This story is written by Red Cross volunteer Allen Crabtree.
The job of the Red Cross has not changed
"…My work was, and chiefly has been to get timely supplies to those needing," said Clara Barton in an interview published in the New York Sun on January 10, 1908. "It has taught me the value of Things. They have lost all. They want food, clothing, shelter, medicines, and a few calm practical persons to administer them. This seems to have been my work."
The early American Red Cross, under Clara Barton's leadership, relied on wagons and ambulances drawn by horses and mules to deliver supplies and comfort to wounded Union soldiers in the US Civil War. Starting with a voluntary, independent relief organization to collect and distribute supplies to the wounded from the first battle of Bull Run, she was able to convince US Surgeon General William A. Hammond to issue her a general pass in July 1862 to travel with army ambulances "for the purpose of distributing comforts for the sick and wounded and nursing them."
Barton collected some relief articles herself, appealed to the public for others, and learned how to store and distribute them. Besides supplies, Barton offered personal support to the men in hopes of keeping their spirits up: she read to them, wrote letters for them, listened to their personal problems, and prayed with them.
In the 150 years since the fledgling American Red Cross started providing relief to those in need, the mission has not changed but the methods and techniques have evolved with the times. Today the Red Cross responds to natural and man-made disasters with a fleet of Emergency Response Vehicles (ERVs) and trained relief workers. These red and white "box" trucks, emblazoned with the American Red Cross logo and "Disaster Relief", are mobile feeding and supply vehicles that carry food, water, and cleanup supplies directly to residents in neighborhoods that have been affected by fires, floods, tornadoes and hurricanes. The disaster relief work being done following the most destructive wildfires that Colorado has ever seen that affected thousands of families and homes is a good example of the continuing work of the Red Cross first begun by Clara Barton.
Organizing the ERV Relief Effort
It takes a coordinated effort of many hands to field ERVs into the neighborhoods where they are needed for effective disaster relief. It begins with the call to assemble crews and deploy individual ERVs from their home chapters to the disaster scene, often many states away. Once in the disaster area, it takes the talent and organizing skills of someone like Todd Vesely to pull it all together.
"My job as the ERV manager on the Colorado wildfires operation is to see the jobs that need to be done and then get it done," said Vesely.
Vesely is the key to assigning crews to individual ERVs, making assignments for their routes and the supplies that they will carry, organizing the stocking of each ERV and the movement of supplies from the warehouse to where they are needed, monitoring the maintenance and paperwork to keep the fleet of vehicles running, handling the personnel issues that are inevitable with a large crew of volunteers, and getting everything done on schedule. He also works with others at the Disaster Relief headquarters to coordinate assignments for outreach teams including client case workers, mental health workers and health workers who are also providing services to devastated neighborhoods. Vesely works with the Red Cross' external partners to confirm which neighborhoods will be opened to returning residents and Red Cross crews.
Vesely has been a volunteer with the Nebraska chapter of the Red Cross for 1 ½ years, following his retirement after 20 years in the US Marine Corps. This is his fourth disaster deployment with the Red Cross.
"I started as an ERV driver and must have done something right," said Vesely, "because they keep asking me to do more. I am now managing the ERV program here for the Colorado Springs wildfires."
His motto for running an efficient, smooth operation? "A little praise goes a long way," said Vesely. "Our volunteers are already motivated to help others – I just try to set the stage so that they can do their jobs, praise them when they do them right, and help point them in the right direction when there are problems. There are very few problems with our volunteers – they are a great bunch of people."
He added that the Red Cross family reminds him in many ways of his service family – dedicated to getting the job done.
Clara Barton and her early American Red Cross workers would be proud of the work that Vesely and the other volunteers have been doing to provide relief in the aftermath of the devastating Colorado wildfires. It is, after all, the work that she chose to do, and which the Red Cross today continues.
This story is written by Red Cross volunteer Bill Fortune.
When John Gardner first heard about the Waldo Canyon Fire and the potential for evacuation he and his wife did the right thing. They packed some things and left their home. That was Saturday, June 23rd. After staying in a hotel for a couple of days they decided to return to their home on Monday June 25th. Feeling safe up to that point they unpacked and settled back in their home. However, that turned out to be a short visit. The very next day they saw flames coming over the ridge and fled for their lives. They had to move fast and grabbed whatever they could. Their home was a total loss, including the restored 1962 Jaguar convertible that was in the garage. John was in good spirits on Thursday, June 12, when he and family members were working their way through the ashes. They had found a few items including his wife's jewelry box but weren't expecting to find much more. "I have come to terms with the loss" John said, "We got out and that is what matters most. Everything else can be replaced."
I asked John if, prior to the fire, he had followed one of the Red Cross preparedness tasks that suggested taking video of his home and belongings for later reference. He said that he had done that a few years back but in the haste to leave he left without taking it. "That will be high on my list for next time", he said, "That and to pack a kit with some clothes in it. All we had was what we were wearing." John and his family were grateful for the Red Cross support especially the water, masks, and work gloves. "Just knowing that you folks are here makes a difference." John said as he turned to get back to the work of recovery.
In a driveway down the street from John's home someone had placed burnt bricks in the shape of a heart. Just another sign of the compassion that is prevalent in this community.
This story is written by Red Cross worker Daphne Hart.
Evolving partnership following Montana fires
BROADUS, MT – Neighbors take care of each other in Montana, but every so often people need a little extra help, and when a disaster strikes, the American Red Cross is there.
Staff and volunteers from around the country have come to assist with relief efforts following a series of fires that burned nearly 250,000 acres in the southeastern part of the state.
"This is the first time the Red Cross has been here," said Jan Stevens, whose family homesteaded their Ashland area ranch in 1883. "It's been a wonderful experience."
It's also been a partnership. The Stevens family is working with the organization to help distribute food and water to nearly 70 of her neighbors.
"The homes here may literally be miles apart," said Kyle Miller, a 22-year-old student from Spokane, Wash. who is helping with mobile feeding efforts. "It's been very helpful to have someone from the community who is willing to help us in this manner."
In addition to distributing basic necessities to their neighbors, the Stevens Ranch is also a temporary home to the crews battling the Ash Creek Complex blaze. It's the third time a fire camp has been set up on their property.
Sadly, Stevens thinks it won't be the last.
"We're set for a very long season of fires, we usually don't get started this early," she said.
Although everyone hopes it won't be necessary, one thing Miller hopes the community takes away is that they won't be facing future disasters alone.
"If the fires come back, Red Cross volunteers will come back too."
This story is written by Red Cross Volunteer Allen Crabtree.
"The American Red Cross actively collaborates with a number of non-governmental, faith based and private sector organizations, and military partners," said Eric Jones, American Red Cross Disaster Officer for Disaster Readiness and Capacity Development. "These partnerships allow us to greatly enhance and expand our joint capabilities to provide emergency relief to individuals and communities whenever and wherever disaster strikes. We can accomplish amazing things when we work together!"
One of the Red Cross' key partnerships is with the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and U.S. Northern Command (NORTHCOM). Jones recently met with representatives from NORAD and NORTHCOM at the American Red Cross Service Delivery Site for disaster relief in Colorado Springsto discuss with our partners how the Red Cross is responding to the Colorado wildfires and how the partnership could be implemented in future disasters.
NORAD was established in 1958 as a joint command between the governments of Canada and the United States to provide coordinated defense against Cold War threats toNorth America. NORTHCOM was established in 2002 to coordinate defense support of civil authorities and to provide command and control of Department of Defense (DOD) homeland defense efforts.
"Partnerships and partnering are important to us," said Captain James Terbush (MC USN) at US NORTHCOM. He continued: "The American Red Cross is a Primary partner of the NORAD NORTHCOM Interagency Team. We value highly this relationship and look forward to close collaboration with the Red Cross for this disaster and in the future."
"Think of this partnership as an insurance policy for disaster relief," Jones said. "For example, there will be future disaster situations where air space and areas is restricted and the Red Cross will need the active participation of NORTHCOM and other DoD elements to help us get our emergency relief assets on the ground. This partnership could facilitate the needs of the Red Cross being met with military assets and aircraft. The collaboration we build today could be of immeasurable value tomorrow."
Captain Terbush summed his observations of the meeting with these words: "Thanks for the terrific visit to your American Red Cross, Colo. Springs, Disaster Recovery HQs yesterday. We gained a tremendous amount of information about your response to the Colorado Wildfires and also a different perspective on the strategic workings of ARC, up and down the chain. [This is] all excellent for our situational awareness."
"This meeting and others like it provide a forum to share agency roles and allow for networking," said Jones. "The more we understand our respective missions and goals, the better we will be able to manage partner expectations and foster coordination so that the Red Cross can provide disaster relief where and when it is needed most!"
This story is written by Red Crosser Tammie Pech. Pictures by Allen Crabtree.
As Carrie and Jim Rottenborn sift through the ash and rubble of their home, the wind brings with it the all too familiar smell of smoke and burned wood. A concrete basement, a melted I-beam, a few recognizable kitchen appliances and a layer of ash is all that is left of their home that they have lived in for 14 years. TheWaldoCanyonwildfire has destroyed 346 homes, most of them in the Rottenborn's Mountain Shadows subdivision near Colorado Springs.
Among the ruins of their destroyed home they were able to recover a few small treasures – a sand dollar their daughter picked up while on vacation in North Carolina, a couple of silver spoons and some pottery that Carrie said with a laugh "I keep hearing everyone is finding pottery because it is already fired in a kiln, so it survives." The one item she hoped to find was some of her great grandmother's china that had been passed down through the family. They were able to find a couple of tea cups from the set unbroken. Carrie added, "We are so appreciative of the volunteers being here, having someone to talk us through this has helped a lot," referring to the emotional support the Red Cross is providing.
Just a few doors down, Jackie Calvano yelled out, "I found it, I found it," pointing to one of two medals that she found while sifting the ash. She was looking for a particular medal that her boyfriend had given her on their first date. Smiling and hugging him, she said, "right now, I am the happiest girl on the planet." While taking a short break from the heat and ash, Jackie looked over to the Red Cross supply truck and said, "We have plenty of water and snacks to keep us going, it is nice to not have to think about food and water right now."
American Red Cross volunteers are going door-to-door in affected neighborhoods as residents saw their homes for the first time since the evacuation providing water, snacks, shovels, rakes, garbage bags, gloves, masks and a friendly smile. Red Cross volunteer, Carol Gross provides emotional support during disasters and said, "Disasters like these leave people feeling overwhelmed, stressed and I am here to offer a hug and support to let them know someone cares."
While sitting in chairs that used to be on their back porch, Carrie simply stated, "It's not much, but it is home and when we rebuild, we are calling the new place "Lemonade" because we are trying to make the best of this bad situation."
This story is written by Red Cross volunteer in Public Affairs Allen Crabtree.
The Waldo Canyon wildfire broke out on June 23 and engulfed thousands of acres of forest, destroying hundreds of homes and forcing the evacuation of more than 30,000 residents. As of July 4, the fire was more than 80% contained and residents were being allowed to return to their homes. For many it was a bittersweet return as they found their homes completely destroyed. Everyone will have to face the emotional impact of the tragedy and the daunting physical task of cleaning up the smoke, ash and fire debris that covers everything in these neighborhoods.
While the wildfire raged and people were displaced from their homes the American Red Cross provided them safe shelters to stay and important comfort and tangible support. Now that neighborhoods are opening to returning residents the Red Cross is there to provide additional support.
One of these is the Service Delivery Site opened on July 4th by the Red Cross in the heart of Waldo Canyon area. Here residents of this small mountain community may obtain cleanup supplies and tools, water, and snacks at no cost. The Site is also staffed with Red Cross health, mental health and client case workers to provide additional disaster emergency assistance as needed.
Todd Vesely is a Red Cross volunteer who manages and organizes the fleet of Red Cross Emergency Response Vehicles (ERVs) assigned to theColorado Springswildfire relief effort. These ERVs and their crews help distribute supplies to residents into the areas affected by the wildfire, and four of the ERVs have set up the Service Delivery Site inChapedaPark.
"We have an important job to do here, and I am very pleased with all of the volunteers we have who are helping these communities get back on their feet," said Vesely. "I am particularly pleased with Aaron Frumin, a local Colorado Springs Red Cross volunteer who is in charge of the Service Delivery Site at the Ute Pass Elementary School in Chapeda Park. Aaron and his ERV crews are doing a great job. They typify what the American Red Cross is all about – helping our neighbors in their times of need."
On the first day the Service Delivery Site was open nearly 40 families visited it for supplies and assistance. Chapeda Park resident Larry Wickes and his son Buddy were some of the first in line as the Site opened.
"My family and I were very fortunate – the fire spared our home," said Wickes as Red Cross volunteers help load his car with cleaning supplies. "But we have a lot of ash and fire debris in our neighborhood, to say nothing about the visiting bears and the spoiled food in the refrigerator. It is going to be a major job to clean everything up. I really appreciate the Red Cross being here and helping our little community out at this difficult time."


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Stop slender games >.<
This game aims to be the definitive horror experience on mobile devices that is inspired by the popular internet legend of slenderman. While there have been many attempts, this game is specifically designed for a touchscreen. As a fan of the legend i just didn't want to make a cheap ripoff, but a unique interpretation re-designed for mobile.
After the recent update, wich adds alot of new content to the game, there is now a free version in the iTunes appstore as a teaser for the full experience.
Posted by HEGI on Jan 9th, 2013
Slender Rising is called the scariest game on the appstore by many people!
The free version will give you a taste of the terror that awaits you. After playing this you are ready for the full experience with much more features, levels and scary music!
Stop slender games >.<
haha i bought this game yesterday


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Mark Teixeira cleared to start swinging a batBy
Mark Teixeira has been cleared to start swinging a bat following yesterday's checkup. He took some swings underwater yesterday and will take dry swings today, and he hopes to take batting practice this coming weekend. That seems a little aggressive, but okay. Teixeira will head to Tampa next week to continue his rehab.
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ahhh…..love me some good news
overbay is like the walking dead out there.
"Mark Teixeira cleared to start swinging…"
He should really focus on his baseball rehab and less on his personal life…
Kidding aside, with Jeter and ARod's indefinite absence this team could really use one of its wounded warriors back as soon as possible. With that said, I hope they all look to Jeter and not push it too hard and comeback 100% and ready (as best as can be judged by them, their physicians and the team.) Revenge for the 2001 WS continues tonight!
"Teixeira will head to Tampa next week to continue his rehab next week."
When will this occur?
….next week?
If he's taking dry swings then he's probably about 4-6 week away from returning. Granderson will return first in early May then Jete then Teixera. The team is doing good enough now that they shouldn't rush them and risk further injury, plus it gives us a better chance to look at Wells and Nuney.
Dude, this Nuney stuff is getting so old.
At first, this shtick was funny but at this point, to pretend that he's anything more that a mediocre back up SS is just delusional.
the delusional aspect is what hes going for. the number of replies to his posts have sharply declined over the past 8 months or so. he wasnt in rainbow connection territory to start with, and its only gotten worse. the guys just doing what he has to do to stay relevant, whether its likely to work or not.
if you corner a starving dog, its gonna bite.
If getting replies to his posts on here is what he considers "being relevant" or what feeds his ego, I feel sorry for him.
you shouldnt. just getting his jollies.
my old college roommates used to do it on here all the time. its actually quite a bit hard work to post enough "normal" comments to keep everyone honest and to give your troll posts more backlash. the balance is critical to staying in the game. my friends slowly got less and less outrage over their posts and lost the will to keep up the grind and, eventually, stopped posting altogether.
harder work than you think. being a kid with time on your hands and no gf is really the only way to pull it off. but even the best need breaks. hell, eddard took several months off before being refreshed enough to do it again.
+1. Nunez is good enough as a back up for now, as there is nothing better available to the Yankees. He hasn't yet done enough to be considered a replacement for Jeter going forward.
He hasn't had much of a chance to prove himself. Now he's playing everyday so let's see what we have. Is it that much to ask to see what type of player we have? Is he worth keeping? Will he be a part of the future? Those are questions that will be answered by watching him more at the MLB level. I think the more information you have about a player the better and Billy Beane agrees with me.
Once Tex comes back, you need to keep Overbay around until its sure that Tex doesn't reinjure himself so you can't just dump Overbay. Can they send Overbay down, or do they move someone else off the 25 man?
I think they will release Lolverbay and are hoping that BB can provide that 1B depth. Not sure if that is a far stretch or not but they certainly have been working him at 1B.
Who is BB?
Brennan Boesch
brennan boesch
Brennan Boesch.
Barry Bonds.
barbara boxer
Barry Bostwick.
ben benson
it came across the opposite of aggressive to me. cleared on tuesday to swing, but not taking BP until the weekend because theres 2 steps (underwater swings, dry swings) to take before BP. if this is aggressive, what is conservative?
Fungo bats?
Why do they swing fungo bats at all? I always was under the impression fungo bats were for old coaches who cant hit a good infield/outfield anymore lol.
Is it because there is less impact on your wrists and its easier? Just curious…


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Obama-Biden '08 for a Better America
by atdleft, Sat Aug 23, 2008 at 01:20:07 PM EDT
(Proudly cross-posted at Clintonistas for Obama)
"This may be our last chance to reclaim the America we love, to restore the America we know." - Joe Biden, Our Next Vice President
Like everyone else around here, I was paying close attention to the very firstObama-Biden joint campaign appearance today. I wanted to see what Biden would say.
And I must admit that I was impressed with what Obama said today...
As well as what Biden said...
Was this ticket my first pick? Obviously not. But am I ready to work like hell to ensure the Obama-Biden ticket is the winning ticket this fall? You bet I will!
Why? I don't want another elitist celebrity Rethuglican in the White House. He may sound like a good ol' all-American regular guy, but John McCain isn't...
No really. He isn't. Take a look.
We can't afford another four years of this nonsense. We don't need another four years of Bush-Cheney madness. We need change we can believe in, not more of the same unbelievable right-wing extremism that hurts working families.
We need leaders like Barack Obama. We need leaders like Joe Biden. We need change that works for working people. We need change that helps rebuild all the wonderful things about this nation that Bush has broken. We need Obama & Biden in the White House to clean house and restore America's greatness.
So if you can, please join us in supporting Obama-Biden '08. We must stand together now if we want to win this year. We must support our Democratic team now. I hope we'll all be working together now to make real change happen. :-)
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LEXINGTON, Ky. - Kroger has announced plans to tear down its Euclid Avenue store and construct a new, expanded one, but some neighborhood residents worry about the size and orientation of the proposed building.
The Cincinnati-based grocery chain plans to build a new $15 m store, which will feature a 125-space parking area on the roof and an escalator for carts known as a "cartalator." Kroger spokesperson Tim McGurk says the store's location presents some challenges.
"We can't necessarily move to the left or to the right, so you're going to see the store expand up and down," he says.
While the proposed Kroger will be smaller than the company's Marketplace stores, which also sell non-food items, the revamped Euclid location would be 70 percent larger and face a new direction – toward PNC Bank rather than Euclid Avenue.
That has some residents nearby voicing concerns. About 60 turned out for a public meeting with company representatives Tuesday. The Lexington Herald-Leader reports that some expressed worries that taking the store to the edge of Euclid and Marquis will create a brick wall facing the neighborhood.
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Smith was pre-deceased by his children Michael and Patricia and brother Jeffrey. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Patricia, daughter Maureen, grandchildren Erin, Lauren, Michael, Charlie and Luke and brother Robert.
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LAWTON, Okla. The commanding general at Fort Sill says soldiers can no longer visit a nightclub where a double homicide occurred last month.
Maj. Gen. Mark McDonald said soldiers must stay away from the Platinum Gentlemen's Club, where a soldier and another man died Jan. 20. Investigators have said 20-year-old Pfc. Jamar Mitchell died after being shot four times, and 28-year-old George Whitney II was shot dead by a security guard. It wasn't clear whether the men had an altercation or whether Mitchell was a bystander.
Another shooting was reported at the club last July.
The Lawton Constitution reported McDonald said he was placing the club off-limits in an effort to protect the "health, welfare and safety" of his personnel. The order covers personnel assigned to Fort Sill permanently, temporarily or administratively.


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X Factor dictates UK charts … again
There appears to be one factor and one factor only in dictating chart success in Britain at the moment, and that factor is X.
Alexandra Burke, last year's winner of the talent TV contest, performed her new song "Bad Boys" recently on the popular show and stormed to the top of the UK charts with the fastest-selling single so far this year. The 185,000 copies sold was more than twice the total shifted by Robbie Williams, who is making his long-awaited comeback.
Williams also showcased his new song "Bodies" on the X Factor, but the magic failed to rub off after a disjointed performance during which the former Take That singer appeared nervous. Still, one of British pop's biggest names clearly felt the need to appear on the programme in order to reach an audience that can peak at nearly 15 million viewers.
And now there is Cheryl Cole, a judge on the contest and member of girl band "Girls Aloud" who is launching her solo career. Needless to say, she was invited to perform her new single "Fight For This Love" on the show, and, despite a performance many viewers would describe as mediocre at best and possibly something much worse, looks set to top the charts when they are announced on Sunday.
Ryan Seacrest looks for "sexual tension" from new "American Idol" judge Ellen DeGeneres
The stars of Fox's "American Idol" expect great things from new judge Ellen DeGeneres , but they are all saying something different about her addition to the judging panel of Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi, and her replacement of songstress Paula Abdul.
Host Ryan Seacrest told Fox News at the Primetime Emmy awards on Sunday that DeGeneres, a comedian with her own daytime chat show, is a "superstar."
Can Ellen fill Paula's shoes on "American Idol"?
"American Idol" producers moved swiftly to replace Paula Abdul with comedian and TV chat show host Ellen DeGeneres as the new judge on the show which starts again in January.
But is Ellen the right fit for the show?
Fans are split and even media watchers were stunned by the move, which serves the dual function of closing the door permanently on Paula, and making the show talked about all over again after a summer of shock announcements.
Susan Boyle – Let the blame game commence
Susan Boyle has been admitted to a private clinic in London after suffering from exhaustion, and, according to the Sun tabloid, an "emotional breakdown". After capturing people's imagination the world over in April with her singing performance on "Britain's Got Talent", the 48-year-old Scot's travails are headline news once again, at least in her home country. Predictably, the blame game has already begun, and following is a list of the main culprits in the whole saga, if press reports, commentators and pundits are to be believed:
1. The press: Some sections of the media, which had a big part in Boyle's meteoric rise to fame, have apparently relished the chance to knock her off her perch. Those blaming the press point to reports late last week of Boyle throwing tantrums, of her threats to quit the show ahead of Saturday's final and more generally of her inability to cope with the pressure.
She lost! So what now for Susan Boyle?
So Susan Boyle DIDN'T win "Britain's Got Talent". After the show turned her into a household name in more countries than I could list, the 48-year-old came second in Saturday's final, surprisingly losing out to street dancers Diversity. Now don't get me wrong. Diversity were impressive, and the choreography was as good as the execution on the night. It's just that the momentum behind Boyle, one of the biggest Internet stars in history, was so great that it had been widely assumed she would walk off with the cheque for 100,000 pounds and the headlines on Sunday.
It was not to be, but this is unlikely to be the end of the road for Boyle. A lucrative recording contract is surely only days away as labels, notably Simon Cowell's very own Syco, seek to trade in on her global fame, fine voice and anti-celebrity appeal. Some might feel that losing out to Diversity could be a blessing in disguise for a woman who has struggled to cope with the demands her instant celebrity has brought. She threatened to walk out of the show, had an altercation with journalists and reports said she had to be taken to a "safe house" in the days leading to the final to escape the limelight. Perhaps coming second will give her a little space and time to recover from what judge Cowell rightly called "a weird seven weeks".
"Idol" singers have "chill" attitudes ahead of finale
They went head-to-head in the final showdown of "American Idol" on Tuesday night, but if any animosity exists between finalists Adam Lambert and Kris Allen, it was not apparent when they spoke to reporters backstage after the show.
The only moment of friction, and it was all a joke, came when Lambert, the taller contestant between the two, lowered the microphone for the shorter Allen after the two stepped onto a speakers' podium. Allen laughed at the gesture.
Is Kris Allen really a dark horse going into "Idol" finale?
"American Idol" on Tuesday entered the last week of competition before the finale, and we at "Fan Fare" had the good fortune to land second-row seats in the talent show's live studio audience. (For the record, this twist of fate had nothing to do with our coverage of the show — it was good old-fashioned standing in line combined with almost two years of being on a waiting list.)
Watching "Idol" in its natural habitat revealed dozens of quirks imperceptible to the 25 million or so viewers who tune in at home. First off, the studio was smaller than expected — even more intimate than watching a live show in a theater. One audience member in our row even remarked that it was smaller than her college lecture hall.
"Idol" judges throw stones on Rock Week
In contrast to last week on "American Idol" when it seemed the contestants could do no wrong, the judges found plenty of stones to throw at the Top 4 on Rock Week. Except for Adam Lambert, who as usual thrilled the panelists.
Lambert, coming off his shocking first trip to the Bottom Three last week, sang British supergroup Led Zeppelin's hit "Whole Lotta Love" and struck all the high notes, jerking his head to the side in rhythm with the band and glowering with an expression Elvis Presley might have worn if he was fused with John Travolta. The judges loved it.
"Idol" judge Paul Abdul details painkiller dependency
"American Idol" judge Paula Abdul has opened up about the effect her dependence on painkillers had on her life, after her sometimes erratic behavior on the show and in television interviews has caused many commentators to say she at times appeared to be under the influence.
In an interview with Ladies Home Journal posted on the magazine's Web site on Tuesday, Abdul said that for the first time in a dozen years she is no longer dependent on medication, after checking into a California resort last fall to wean herself of the medication.
"American Idol" David Cook's brother dies of cancer
"American Idol" has experienced a death in the family, as the 37-year-old brother of the show's 2008 winner David Cook died of brain cancer on Saturday, media outlets reported.
Adam Cook had suffered from brain cancer for years, and when David Cook competed on "American Idol" last year, Adam was there to cheer him on.


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BALTIMORE — Duke won its second straight NCAA men's lacrosse championship, holding off Notre Dame's comeback with a goal by Kyle Keenan with 2:39 left to clinch an 11-9 victory Monday.
The top-seeded Blue Devils (17-3) limited the Irish to one goal over the first 35 minutes, built a six-goal lead in the third quarter and held on to capture their third national championship in the last five years.
SARASOTA — Time appears to be running out on Manny Machado in his bid to play on opening day for the Baltimore Orioles following offseason knee surgery.
Machado had an operation in October to repair a torn ligament in his left knee. The All-Star third baseman hoped to return for the March 31 opener against the defending champion Boston Red Sox, but he hasn't run in five days.
"It's scar tissue that flared up and got a little sore and we decided not to push it, which is what we talked about all along," manager Buck Showalter said Saturday.
SARASOTA — Chris Tillman likened his 2013 season to inserting the final pieces into a jigsaw puzzle.
Baltimore Orioles manager Buck Showalter compared the right-hander's breakthrough campaign with a student belatedly earning a diploma.
Both analogies work. Tillman finally put it all together in his fifth year in the big leagues, and the result was a 16-7 season that doubled his career wins total and put him in line to make his first opening-day start on March 31 against the World Series champion Boston Red Sox.
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Maryland had just marched 99 yards to take a fourth-quarter lead, and it was up to Marshall to either respond or succumb.
"These kids never flinched," coach Doc Holliday said. "The one thing I like about this group is that it didn't matter."
With standout quarterback Rakeem Cato leading the way, the Thundering Herd scored two touchdowns in the final 12 minutes to pull out a 31-20 victory Friday.
Cato went 28 for 44 for 337 yards and three touchdowns with no interceptions. The most notable part about his performance was that he saved the best for last.
PHILADELPHIA — Keenan Reynolds ran through steady snow and swirling wind into the NCAA record book, helping Navy beat Army 34-7 on Saturday for its 12th consecutive victory in the series.
Reynolds scored on touchdown runs of 47 yards, 11 yards and 1 yard. The sophomore has 29 rushing touchdowns, breaking the single-season mark for a quarterback previously held by Ricky Dobbs (Navy, 2009) and Collin Klein (Kansas State, 2011), both of whom had 27.
OWINGS MILLS, Md. — Ravens safety Matt Elam nearly ran out of breath trying to come up with words to describe wide receiver Calvin Johnson, the main object of focus for Baltimore's defensive backfield Monday night in Detroit.
"Big, fast, athletic, unstoppable, freak," Elam said.
Curiously, Elam went in another direction when asked how best to cover the 28-year-old Johnson, who's amassed a club-record 9,184 yards receiving and 67 touchdowns in less than seven years.
BALTIMORE — Neither Mike Tomlin nor the Pittsburgh Steelers could stand in the way of the Baltimore Ravens' late-season playoff push.
The defending Super Bowl champions are back at .500 and in position to reach the postseason for a sixth consecutive year after overcoming Tomlin's sideline stroll and Pittsburgh's frantic comeback bid in a 22-20 victory on Thanksgiving night.
BALTIMORE — The Preakness draw was over, and trainer Shug McGaughey listed a variety of reasons why he was OK with having Kentucky Derby winner Orb starting Saturday's race from the rail.
Then someone asked him, "If you had your choice, where would you want to be?"
Without hesitation, McGaughey responded, "The outside."
Despite getting the inside post in Wednesday's draw, Orb was made an even-money favorite to win the Preakness and keep alive his bid to become horse racing's first Triple Crown winner since Affirmed in 1978.
OWINGS MILLS, Md. — Joe Flacco knows his stature as the highest-paid player in NFL history may not last for long, and he's OK with it.
What matters most to the Super Bowl MVP is that the Baltimore Ravens were willing to pay him that kind of money in the first place.
Flacco signed his new contract Monday worth $120.6 million over six years. He will receive a $29 million signing bonus, $52 million in guaranteed money and $51 million over the first two years of the deal.
NEW ORLEANS — Ray Lewis will ride into retirement as a champion.
Baltimore's standout middle linebacker began his final night on the football field with a motivational speech to his teammates. He ended it looking upward into a shower of silver streamers and purple confetti after the Ravens beat the San Francisco 49ers 34-31 Sunday night to win the Super Bowl.
NEW ORLEANS — Fear the dreadlocks, San Francisco.
Torrey Smith just might be the difference in a Super Bowl that will hinge on the 49ers' ability to prevent the Baltimore Ravens from scoring with the long ball.
You might remember Smith from that playoff game in Denver on Jan. 12. Broncos cornerback Champ Bailey sure does. Bailey, a 12-time Pro Bowl star, watched the dreadlocks flapping from the back of Smith's helmet as he chased the speedy wide receiver into the end zone on touchdown catches of 59 and 32 yards.
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"The thing I admire about the rat tail is that it takes commitment. It's not like one day you just decide you want one, you have to grow out that bad boy and you have to repeatedly convince the hairdresser to trust you because it's a great idea."
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Good Limpbaugh quote. Are you going to wait to hear him pop off today so you can quote him again?
Limbaugh says Obama in over his head
Changing the Presidential Debates to allow Liberty on the stage will change America. You can help. Go to Our America's Debate Challenge to learn how you can help.
I listen to Rush and Sean as often as possible. Its insurance against the day that the idiotic fairness doctrin takes them off the air.
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Our Kenyan President has more friends and family over there than over here so why is it so surprising he wants the U.S. out?
We live in Cuba now.
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"Never let the fear of striking out get in your way." -- George Herman Ruth
I am just pissed that he bumped the Charle Brown Christmas special.
BTW do his speech writers not know how to spell terrorist or victory ?
I wonder what its like to give a speech to people that are made to sit in the seats and that you loothe evrything about them.
"Communism only works in Heaven, where they don't need it, and in Hell, where they already have it" Ronald Reagan
Look for al Qaeda and the Taliban to slack off their attacks (or move their focus elsewhere), lull the US and NATO into thinking the Afghani battle is won (time is of no consequence to a motivated combatant), and take the gloves off as soon as the last US transport lifts off in 18 mos...............
Yessir....this is how it's done....looking forward to that victory toast in the late summer of '11. The success of this "mission" and its timing will go a LOOONG way toward ensuring a second term for BHO....
...or not....
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Bills rookie defensive end Marcell Dareus was a huge force on the field during the Bills' final night practice Wednesday at St. John Fisher College. Dareus was almost unblockable in line drills and caved the pocket repeatedly in 11-on-11 work. For much of the night, the defense bottled up the offense, which had its second straight rough practice.
"He did a great job," said coach Chan Gailey. "He was everywhere. He's a big strong physical guy. He had a good night tonight. When he gets healthy I think he can really be something."
Quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick had a slew of incompletions, some of them prompted by pressure from the defensive front, some just off target with the receivers.
"I thought our defense was very strong," coach Chan Gailey said. "We're putting in some different stuff this week, and we've got to work on it. It doesn't look clean. We've got a lot of work to do."
The Bills used a lot of four-man lines with the offense playing from multiple-receiver sets. With Shawne Merriman sitting out, Chris Kelsay, Kyle Williams, Dareus and Alex Carrington played on the first-team defensive line. Danny Batten did a good job bottling up two straight runs to his side. Second QB Tyler Thigpen fumbled a snap from center and did some pushups as punishment. Dareus broke through for a tag-out sack on a pass that went to Scott Chandler. Dareus broke through for another sack six plays later. Reggie Corner had a would-be sack on a blitz. Drayton Florence read a throw for Chandler and almost had a pickoff. Terrence McGee had good coverage on a deep incompletion for Stevie Johnson. McGee and Florence were the two corners on the few plays the regular defense lined up against the starters.
Donald Jones, who is starting opposite Johnson in the wake of the Lee Evans deal, made the two best catches of the night. One was deep vs. McGee. One was a deep-post touchdown from Thigpen. The ball was underthrown but Jones made a good play on it.
Brad Smith had a couple good Wildcat runs. But on another, a run off left guard, he was slammed to the ground by linebacker Nick Barnett. "The other day he came and ran that counter at me and I was just fitting up," Barnett said. "And he stuck his helmet right in my face. So now I know when he's running the ball I've got to come at him. He's a tough guy."
Smith also completed a nice pass to Chandler on a fake running play.
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A celiac disease diagnosis doesn't mean you have to give up your favorite convenience foods – like frozen waffles. Gluten-free food manufacturers have stepped up to provide many gluten-free frozen waffle options – almost as many, it seems to me, as are available in the conventional frozen waffle section.
Celiacs can enjoy apple cinnamon waffles or waffles fortified with omega-3 fatty acids, or choose traditional favorites like plain or blueberry waffles. If you're a parent looking for celiac kid-friendly foods, mini-waffles might do the trick. Here are the main gluten-free frozen waffle brands on the market:
Van's Natural Foods
Van's Natural Foods makes six varieties of gluten-free waffles: plain, apple-cinnamon, blueberry, flax, buckwheat and minis. All are dairy- and egg-free and made with whole gluten-free grains. Van's waffles tend to be widely distributed and are available in many, if not most, areas of the country – even supermarkets with limited gluten-free sections often carry one or two varieties.
Kinnikinnick Foods
Dedicated gluten-free manufacturer Kinnikinnick Foods makes two varieties of frozen waffles: original and cinnamon/brown sugar. Both contain eggs and corn, but are free of other major allergens, including dairy, soy and yeast. Kinnikinnick recently expanded its distribution agreement with national supermarket chain Kroger Co., making its two waffle varieties available in Kroger stores nationwide. It's also possible to order the waffles direct from Kinnikinnick.
Nature's Path
Nature's Path Organic, which specializes in health food, stresses products filled with nutrients, and the company's gluten-free frozen waffles are no exception. Nature's Path markets five different gluten-free waffle flavors: buckwheat wildberry, Flax Plus®, Flax Plus® with Figs, Flax Plus® Red Berry and Hemp Plus®. All include between 6 and 9 grams of fiber per serving. Nature's Path frozen waffles are available nationwide at retailers such as Wegman's, The Fresh Market and Whole Foods.
Trader Joe's
For those of us lucky enough to have a Trader Joe's nearby, the quirky market chain offers two different types of frozen gluten-free waffles: plain and banana. The price is right when compared to some other brands: $1.99 for eight waffles. The waffles aren't always in stock, so it might be best to buy in bulk when you find them, especially if this is your frozen waffle-of-choice.
Ian's Natural Foods
If you're craving something more substantial than waffles alone, Ian's Natural Food might have the answer: a wafflewich. Ian's makes two frozen breakfast waffle sandwiches: one with maple sausage and eggs, and the other with maple-flavored cheddar cheese and eggs. Ian's products can be found nationwide at various retailers, including Whole Foods, Giant Food Stores and Harris Teeter markets.


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Celebrate our past, be creative, and win prizes! As part of Park City's Historical Preservation festivities in June, children are invited to participate in an art contest as the community recognizes our historic structures.
The art contest is open to children, ages 4 through 12.
How to Enter:
Pick your favorite historic building; for example, a silver miner's house, a main street store, a theatre, or even a school. Then let your imagination loose as you draw, paint, color, or illustrate a place that matters most to you.
- Draw, paint, color, or illustrate a picture of your favorite historic building in Park City on 11"x17" paper; available at the Park City Library.
- Submit your art work to the Park City Library by Saturday, June 1, 2013 at 5pm.
Awards Celebration:
On Wednesday, June 5th at 5:30pm, Park City Ghost Tours will kick off the celebration with scary tales of the past, followed by a raffle drawing of the art contest participants. Prizes are sponsored by the Park City Museum and Historic Park City Association.


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DescriptionCarlos Castaneda Speaks - Two Interviews
This android app conveniently gives you access to two rare interviews with Carlos Castaneda from the late 60's.
Starting with The Teachings of Don Juan in 1968, Castaneda wrote a series of books that describe his training in sorcery. The books, narrated in the first person, relate his experiences under the tutelage of a Yaqui "Man of Knowledge" named don Juan Matus.
In his books, Castaneda narrates in first person the events leading to and following after his meeting Matus, a Yaqui "Man of Knowledge", in 1960. Castaneda's experiences with Matus inspired the works for which he is known. He also says the sorcerer bequeathed him the position of nagual, or leader of a party of seers. He also used the term "nagual" to signify that part of perception which is in the realm of the unknown yet still reachable by man, implying that, for his party of seers, Don Juan was a connection in some way to that unknown. Castaneda often referred to this unknown realm as nonordinary reality, which indicated that this realm was indeed a reality, but radically different from the ordinary reality experienced by human beings.
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The New Jersey State Police are investigating what caused six boats to catch on fire early this morning in Long Branch.
Long Branch Police Capt. Jason Roebuck the incident occurred around 3 a.m. on Thursday morning at Patten Point Yacht Club on the Shrewsbury River.
Capt. Roebuck said injuries were reported and that the State Police Marine Unit will be the investigating agency.


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First russian pairs champs since T/T
First russian pairs champs since T/T
That was a great program from them today. Loved it.... even Max's little fall on his toe pick added to the charm, lol.
Whoever the Russian man is in Sochi is going to be BUSY!!!! 2 Sps and two lp's!! They all better start training right now!!
V/T were brilliant. I really love this pair. I remember watching her at the last Olympics thinking, if only she could find the right partner she'd be a star. So glad it worked out for them.
And Bobrova and Soloviev are the first dance medallists since Domnina and Shabalin!
I wouldn't have believed they would succeed with level 2 step sequences
2 spots for Russian ladies in sochi
Crazy how out of hand some of the hype had gotten the past two years (for good reason, but still..) but I still think Sotnikova will be a medal contender with the right programs next year. I really love watching her, there is something very special about her musical intelligence and ability to perform at her age. That Crap-ulera program should not have been entertaining, but I absolutely loved it tonight. So much sass and she somehow makes it work. That gold medal will be Yuna Kim's unless she is injured and can't compete, her performance tonight just won't be touched next year by any of these ladies if she repeats it again with even two less jumps. That said, post-Sochi Russia really will be where its at.
Volosozhar/Trankov might not have the programs even close to all-time best, but at this point I think they are the most gorgeous and close to perfect pairs team that I have ever seen. (technical elements speaking) Those sbs 3salchows, triple twist, and throw triple loop were absolutely perfect and of the highest quality the sport has ever seen. I love to watch them and am so happy to see Tatiana finally shine. I remember first spotting her at 2005 Euros and being gobsmacked at how talented she was, how she would likely not go as far as she should in her career, and was happy to see her even top 5 at Euros skating for Ukraine. Now the b*tch is World Champion.
Psh, you're a late bloomer, I first fell in love with her at 2003 Euros, with Peter Kharchenko.I remember first spotting her at 2005 Euros and being gobsmacked at how talented she was and how she would likely not go as far as she should. Now the b*tch is World Champion.
You were the one who made me watch her at Euros! I got converted rather early at least.
I think its inevitable that Russia will be successful, even if 4 or 5 of them dont turn out and have a bad year, 4 or 5 will have a good year. They just have too many good ones who can score points to not get some medals. I'm thinking it could be as soon as next years post-Oly Worlds.
I don't think anybody thought those kids would win gold medals next year. Their time will be 2018. They're only 16 and are just now skating at senior events. There's a huge difference in skating before a crowd of thousands and the few hundreds that attend junior events. They also hit skating at a point where ladies skating is vastly different than it was last year or even the year before. People need to cut them some slack and let them have a chance. Note that those skaters on the podium tonight are all in their 20s and have years of senior experience.
Those who never succeed themselves are always the first to tell you how.
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The blueberry pancakes have just arrived at the Bongo Room, a favorite Wicker Park hangout with an earthy, crunchy feel. There is a problem: "The blueberries are on top of the pancakes," Phair tells a waitress. "I want them in the pancakes. I eat here all the time. They have never been on the pancakes." The offending flapjacks are promptly replaced.
The subject of sex comes up, as it is wont to do. Phair has been keenly aware of her sexuality since she was young. Her earliest erotic memories were triggered by the illustrations in Alice in Wonderland. "Can I confess something really gross?" she says. "Those men were slightly erotic to me. The skinny legs, the big noses. I don't know." She also got an unexplained charge out of "Darth Vader, big time. Until he had his head taken off." Mr. Green Jeans (Captain Kangaroo's neighbor) also provoked a reaction. "He was such a peripheral character," she says, analytically, waving a fork. "There was something about him. Kinda quiet, always doing something. He was the male, busy like Dad, but he had the time to come fuck you."
Phair's personal supernova is Jim Staskauskas, a film editor and her constant companion of more than a year. The two met when he edited her first video, "Stratford-on-Guy." Phair had a dual reaction to him: "I'm thinking, 'Who is this dick?'" she says. "He had the whole editor, bigger-better-older-than-you thing going. But I also had an immediate physical reaction to him. I don't get those reactions anymore." Staskauskas, a genial regular Joe with his girlfriend's coloring, took his time asking her out ("He played me like a goddamn fiddle"), but now the two are inseparable.
Phair, in fact, is primed and ready to get married. She may be part Marilyn Chambers, but she's also part Sandra Dee. "I'm up for it," she says with gusto. "I don't see marriage anymore as the end of my life. It's not a step down, it's a step over." She shrugs. "It sounds exciting." She has the scene – who knew? – fully envisioned, complete with dress and a small ceremony by the beach. Staskauskas is more cautious, having been married before and being the father of one 15-year-old son named Aidan. The three live together in an apartment in Wicker Park. "It's weird for Aidan, and it's weird for me," Phair concedes. "But luckily, we get along."
Phair's relationship has had a measured effect on her writing. "The whole attitude of Whip-Smart is affected by him, affected by my new way of seeing myself," she says as the Bongo Room's proprietor stops by to say hello. "But I really couldn't say. I've never been able to write about people. In fact, I wrote some songs that were directly about him, and they didn't make the album." One tender love song "came out sounding like Don Ho. It was supposed to be the ultimate light-rock Carly-forever love song, and here I am making, like, 'Tiny Bubbles.""
Surprisingly, Phair says she doesn't often write about people she's involved with, which begs the question: Wasn't one specific former relationship addressed on Exile in Guyville? Phair has been cagey about this in interviews. Pulling an answer out of her recalls the Whitewater hearings. "I tend to write more about imaginary scenarios," she says carefully. "Or scenarios that aren't actualized but could have happened. In a way that's my infidelity. Or I code them up, so that only the people that I want to hear them do. It's like a little secret garden." Meaning Guyville was not about one person? "It's not that simple. I answer this a lot of different ways, because I don't want it to be known one way." She pauses and fiddles with her napkin. "That situation just naturally defused. It was never real in some way. That's why I could write a whole album about it." It, meaning one person? "It just pulled out of focus, and my life changed. You can have personal tragedy and not remember it very well in five years." All righty. Meaning you had a personal tragedy with one person? "I did Guyville for myself, because I wanted him to know who I really was." Phair 1, interviewer 0.
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With the two-game losing streak, the four defeats in five weeks, the lack of points, the Clinton Portis Radio Rant and Jim Zorn's response, there were no shortage of topics for the Times' Ryan O'Halloran and News 4's Lindsay Czarniak to debate.
1 It was another prime-time loss for the Redskins, this one at Baltimore and one that saw Clinton Portis benched in the second half. He responded by ripping Jim Zorn on the radio. What was your take on the situation?
L: I was frankly surprised that, with the team in the position of needing to win out for a chance at the playoffs, Portis would risk creating a needless distraction by berating Zorn on a radio talk show. I think he's smarter than that – I think he understands the potential it has for hurting a team but it also concerns me that there will be a lingering rift. I do give Zorn and the Redskins credit for the way they handled the situation – acknowledging it right away as to erase the issue as best they could with the "team."
R: If Clinton would have lashed out moments after the game, I would have chalked it up to the emotions spilling over. But two days later? It was clearly a calculated attempt Portis to either send a message to ownership that he wants out of a Redskin uniform or he wants some changes on the coaching staff. Of course, he denied both those agendas when he spoke to us media-folk on Wednesday, saying he just wanted to get some things off his chest. Zorn isn't completely innocent, either. He should know by now that Portis is wired differently than a lot of players and the lines of communication have to always remain open with No. 26. This could linger, though, especially if the Redskins don't turn things around in the final three games.
2. As Portis will tell you, Jim Zorn is no longer as big a "genius" as he was when this team was 6-2. Now the Redskins are 7-6. If they don't win again, is Zorn's job in jeopardy?
L: Anything can happen, so I won't say no – it's possible management could look back at the offensive struggles and make a switch but that would be the worst thing they could do. Zorn exceeded expectations early on and has not lost his team. I do feel it may be a case of Zorn needing to scale back some of the playbook, but I think the struggles are even par for what happens with the installation of a new system.
R: Lindsay's right – when it comes to The Danny, anything is possible. If the Redskins don't win again and follow up their 6-2 start with a 1-7 finish, I don't like the chances of Zorn sticking around. That would be a colossal mistake by The Danny and The Vinny. Giving a "reach" hire just one season would just set the franchise back even more. That said, Zorn has made rookie-type mistakes this year. The one thing I would urge him to do, were I running the front office, is to bring in an assistant who the players know is well-versed in the West Coast offense.
3. The offense has sunk to 29th in scoring. Even Cleveland and Kansas City have scored more points. What's the biggest problem?
L: Lack of rhythm. The Redskins, as Jason Campbell says, are playing "too tight." Campbell has said he has to just go out there and "play," not think so much, but he's trying to cram an awful lot in. I think the combination of Campbell still pressing a little too much and also his receivers not producing to their fullest (the younger guys) is creating a tough situation and teams are finding ways to make the Redskins one dimensional.
R: Lack of execution and a lack of variety. I do agree with Lindsay's point about rhythm and tempo. That comes with keeping defenses off balance and getting all the pieces working in unison. Campbell's comments are interesting because it appears the offense hasn't been expanded since the team started 4-1. Too much of the blame is falling on No. 17. The reason he can't go downfield is that those players aren't getting open and if they are open, the protection might not be great. But the next three games are vital for Jason – he needs to start carrying this offense.
4 The Redskins' passing game has clearly struggled in the second half of the season. If you can the team's draft, would you dangle a first round pick (plus other chips) to pursue Arizona's Anquan Boldin or Cincinnati's Chad Johnson or, via free agency, sign the likely-to-be-available Plaxico Burress?
L: I would hire a full time security handler (like the Nationals have done with Elijah Dukes) and go for Plaxico Burress. Believe me, I know it's a gamble but if he's hungry to get back, if he's repentant and if the Redskins are truly convinced he won't be a cancer on the team, you never know.
R: I really thought Lindsay would have urged the Redskins to trade for Ocho Cinco. The only thing about Burress is that it wouldn't cost the Redskins any draft picks (if the Giants released him). But I don't think they have the money available to get him. Boldin is intriguing because he's so good and so physical, something the Redskins don't have at the receiver position. But I would sit tight for the off-season, hoping Malcolm Kelly and Devin Thomas can develop into productive players.
5 Next up are the 1-11-1 Cincinnati Bengals. Both of you will be making the trek to Ohio (landing at an airport in Kentucky, of course). Who wins and why?
L: The Redskins win because they have to. Also, the Portis squabble will give them a little incentive. I expect Portis to rush for more than 120 yards. In fact, I hope Zorn runs him every snap. I think that there will be a re-energized approach this week from the offense. The Bengals do have the threat with the receiving corps but I can't see the Redskins falling victim. Redskins win 24-10.
R: The Redskins win because Cincinnati is worse offensively than the burgundy. The Bengals have scored the fewest points in the NFL and the Redskins' defense will be fired up to completely shut them down and maybe get a few turnovers. How Zorn handles Portis will be interesting. If I was Jim, I would say, "Clinton, you want to play. You want the ball. Here you go." And then give it to him 40 times and throw him 10 passes. Maybe that will shut him up. The Redskins win 30-13 – breaking the 30-point barrier for the first time this year.
BONUS 6 With Christmas less than two weeks away, who gets a little extra in their stocking and who merely gets a lump of coal?
L: I would say that if we're talking entire NFL, the person that should be excited to rummage through their stocking is Falcons QB Matt Ryan — talk about a rookie quarterback that has overachieved in his debut. As for coal, even though I just wrote that I think the Redskins should take a gamble and go for Plaxico, he's my choice. You have to be better about your decision making - packing heat in a nightclub? Not a smart choice.
R: Two good choices by Lindsay. For the stocking stuffer, I'll go with New England WR Wes Welker, who leads the NFL with 96 catches and is just incredible to watch and rookie running backs Matt Forte and Jonathan Stewart, two players who have ignited their teams' offenses. As for the coal, Al Davis. He's a joke. The league should remove him from power.


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Another post, because I'm bored.
Well, with nothing better to do, here I am making another blog post. This year at school was hands down the best was me. I got three A's(English, Maths and S and E) English was no surprise, it's been pretty easy for me. I seem to be some sort of English genius or something XD. It's always been easy for me. Maths was a nice surprise, I am in the lowest class, since I got a D last year and I'm pretty proud of myself =). S and E was another surprise. It's moderately challenging for me. I did one test last year, which one part required me to an essay on global warming. I got the test back, and I GOT THE FULL 26 MARKS FOR THAT PART. I freaked. However, there was more to come , as my teacher had written that it was the best year 10 essay he'd even written. But it still wasn't over. When that score added with the rest, I GOT THE HIGHEST SCORE IN THE CLASS. I was so happy that day. Halfway through last term, my teacher moved me up to the advance S and E class. This has been awesome, since two of my best friends are in that class, the teachers nice and it's just plain awesome. Science is hell right now, as were doing Chemistry. Balanced chemical equations, remembering all the symbols on the periodic table, how many valence electrons they have etc. Thank god holidays are here and I don't have to worry about that. I have exams for ALL my subjects again next month, dreading that. At least there's only one more term until the end of the year. Thinking off getting a job, but I'm not sure where I should work. Just finished studying animal farm in English, had to read my paragraphs in front of the class XD. I hate public speaking.
Started a new game on my Heartgold the other night. My team is SplashCroc the totodile, Pancakes the sentret, Spiderstab the spinarak, and Fleece the mareep. I have one badge. See you all later!
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Started a new game on my Heartgold the other night. My team is SplashCroc the totodile, Pancakes the sentret, Spiderstab the spinarak, and Fleece the mareep. I have one badge. See you all later!
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Hi everyone welcome to my blog! Hmszelda inspired me to start this, and it seems like fun. Not much is happening over her since I'm on school holidays for two weeks(woo!). I did go to JB hifi today and get a Pokemon Black and White guide though. I went with my Dad, brother and sister. We took the bus, which made a good change of pace. More to come soon!
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Hi Ellen, I sent you a gift either last year or the year before. It was a beautiful scrapbook album I made out of chipboard with pictures of you and Portia throughout. I'm wondering now if you ever receive it or if someone else took it upon themselves to keep it since I've never heard anything and I've seen you acknowledge many of your gifts on the show in one manner or another as you are doing today. But not to worry, I love you anyway, and have been a huge fan since you first started your show. I'm watching it right now. I record it every day so as not to take the chance of missing it. Have a wonderful day Ellen
I had a bad feeling that you might have been sick. I sure hope it's nothing too serious. I've missed watching you this past week. You keep my sanity in tack during these rough times. Get lots of rest so that you're back to your old self again.
I noticed that Tuesday and Wednesdays shows were both reruns. Is Ellen ok or is she busy packing for Australia.
Debbie Kravec
First we lost our job three years ago, but this summer, I lost everything else. We managed to sell the house moments before going into forecloser. My husband and I have separated and I've been taking care of my daughter and four dogs on what is left of my portion of the money from the sale of our house. We are now living in a small duplex but the money has run out and we will be needing to find a shelter soon. I have not been able to find a job since moving home. My children are older and totally understand that they will be going through another year without gifts. My parents, brothers and sisters also understand that I cannot partake in the gift giveaway games. And as for the dogs, well they are my daily gift. If asked what I want most in life, it would be a job so that I don't lose our happy little home but since the job is up to me to find, I would love the help to be able to do something for my parents. They are both in their mid 80's, and no matter what happens in our lives, they are always there for their children. My parents raised five children mostly on army pay. Now that is really stretching a buck. My father put in 21 years of service to his country while my mom stayed home to take care of us. They are so derserving of a little something for what they did without, to make sure we were taken care of. I don't ever remember being in need of anything as a child. That's how good they were at raising us. If we needed something, we didn't realize it because they made everything out to look just fine. I had hoped that by the time I raised my children I would have the money to do something nice for them but instead, they're back to helping me out. I've said many prayers in the last three years and trust me, I've wrote you so many times lately that I've become a stalker, but I won't give up. I truly believe God has a plan for me and I probably have a lot more suffering to go through before it all falls in place but my parents are older and I would love to be able to do something for them. I feel blessed for every year we continue to have with them. They are the ultimate parents and the ultimate couple who have been together for 60 years now. You can't ask for more than that.
Thank you Ellen. You help me keep my sanity one hour of every day. All my fears just disappear while watching you. You give us the greatest gift each day with your laughter, your humor and giving nature. Thank you so much for that.
Debbie Kravec