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An 18-year-old woman who stole computers, televisions and an Xbox video game console from her family's house while they were vacationing has been arrested and charged with residential burglary.
Ashley E. Sullivan broke into the 25427 Pastoral Drive home Friday night, a burglary that was discovered after the fact by neighbors who were watching the house while the family was away, Sgt. Mike Fisher said.
When neighbors noticed suspicious activity at the house again Sunday night, they called police, who discovered Sullivan sleeping inside, Fisher said. The latter incident netted her a criminal trespass to residence charge.
"She admitted what she did," Fisher said.
Sullivan was no longer residing with her mother and stepfather and did not have a key to the house, he said. It's not known where she was living at the time of her arrest, he said, but she has a long juvenile history of having ongoing problems with her family.
Fisher said police are trying to determine what Sullivan did with the stolen goods, which included a 50-inch flat screen TV that had been mounted to the wall. Police speculate she may have a drug problem, although she would only admit to using marijuana, he said.
Sullivan is being held in the Will County jail in lieu of $2,500 bail. Her next court date is May 8.


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Dennis Chase: The challenge starts Friday
For Detroit GM Martin Mayhew, the challenge begins Friday.
The Lions, in all likelihood, will draft Nebraska defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh with the No. 2 pick tonight. That's been all but etched in stone since quarterback Sam Bradford decided to leave Oklahoma a year early.
Friday — rounds 2 and 3 — will define this draft class for Mayhew. That's where a team's scouting prowess comes into play. Detroit has glaring needs at running back, cornerback and linebacker that must be addressed this weekend — or through trade.
Fortunately for Detroit, this is considered a deep draft for defensive players. The Lions allowed 494 points last season, the worst in the NFL. It would not come as a surprise if Mayhew tries to trade down in the second or third rounds to obtain additional picks.
Mayhew did well in his first draft as GM. Can he duplicate it?
James Cook: Beneficial draft already
Before making a selection in the draft, Detroit's already netted four potential starters with picks from this year's process.
Lions GM Martin Mayhew snagged starting guard Rob Sims from Seattle and defensive tackle Corey Williams from Cleveland for fifth-round picks. He grabbed young, speedy cornerback Chris Houston from Atlanta for a sixth-rounder and last year acquired safety Ko Simpson from Buffalo for this year's seventh-round pick.
Sims, Williams and Houston are almost certain to start, while Simpson has a good shot in his position battle against oft-injured Daniel Bullocks.
So if the Lions can manage to snag starters with their first four picks — which isn't a stretch in a loaded draft — the team will have essentially had a haul of eight starting players from one draft, quite an accomplishment.
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Front Range band Juno What?! brings their "high-energy disco booty jams and electro-funk" to Breckenridge tonight at three20south. Formed in 2008, the band consists of Joey Porter on keyboards and talk box, Dave Watts on drums and samples, and Steve Watkins on keyboards, talk box and bass. Porter and Watts are also members of Motet. "We both have the same goal: we like to play funky music and get people dancing," Porter said about his two projects. "Motet is more organic. And we have nine members, a lot of instruments, so it's a bigger sound; Juno What?! is a trio, a little more electronic. With Juno we're trying to be more dance. We're trying to sound retro." Juno What?! bases its sound on the early '80s and late '70s funk with a modern twist, enhanced by heart-pumping progressive beats. The band got its name from Porter's favorite Roland keyboard model. Another major influence is Zapp & Roger, a late '70s soul and funk group that made the talk box one of their trademarks. The instrument is also incorporated in Juno What?!'s music, imprinting a robot-like vintage sound that aims to turn dance floors into a sensorial sonic experience."Three20South is always a party. I can only assume that Presidents Day Weekend will be off the hook. I hope they're ready because we're gonna bring the funk," Porter said. Opening for Juno What?! is Colorado-based trio The Sessh. The band is formed by Royal Peeps songwriter and producer Cristian Basso on MIDI bass, Trevor Jones of Frogs Gone Fishin on guitar and lead vocals, and Jeff Jani of Ape Tit and The Big Motif on drums. Basso has performed with artists such as Bill Kreutzmann from the Grateful Dead and Grammy-winner and Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame member Bo Diddley. The Sessh uses vintage instruments and electronica to produce a sound defined as "roots-electro funk-rock." This musical fusion includes funk-rock and soul flavored beats from New Orleans and early '70s funk, hip-hop and rock. According to the band, their performances are full of energy and "unpredictable experimentation." Doors open at 9 p.m. and tickets are $10.
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An online journal about visual art, the urban landscape and design. Mary Louise Schumacher, the Journal Sentinel's art and architecture critic, leads the discussion and a community of writers contribute to the dialogue.
Performance art, architecture and presidential politics
When we all go to the polls on November 4 something unprecedented will unfold, and I'm not referring to who will win the White House. I'm talking about the WhiteBoxPainters, a collective of artists including Brent Budsberg, Shana McCaw, Mark Escribano and Harvey Opegenorth. They will create a performance on the facade of a polling site, an Art Deco building. It's part of MyVotePerforms, a unique, nonpartisan project that will bring performances about the value and history of voting to the polls.
To raise funds, the WhiteBoxPainters are selling a limited edition print called "The Tally." Here's the details and what they had to say in a recent statement:
Dear friends,
On Election Day, November 4 2008, The WhiteBoxPainters (Brent Budsberg, Shana McCaw, Mark Escribano and Harvey Opgenorth) will perform "The Tally," a monumental performance installation on the facade of the historic Neighborhood Services Building on Miilwaukee's south side.
Formerly the town of Lake water tower, this art deco building was built in 1938 as part of the Works Progress Administration. The WhiteBoxPainters will suspend two 25 foot tall Jacob's ladders on either side of the main entrance, each representing one of side of the political contest. Controlled by a crude system of wheels and ropes, two performers will operate the ladders in response to a third performers instructions. Each crank of the wheel brings one of the ladders closer to falling. "The Tally" heightens the sense of tension and anticipation that voters feel as we watch the election results unfold.
"The Tally" is part of the MyVotePerforms project (MVP) which is organized by In:Site and features performance art at various polling sites throughout Milwaukee during the presidential election. Although In:Site has provided us with some funding, the WhiteBoxPainters need to raise an additional $2000 to complete the project.
We are contacting you because of your interest and support of the arts in Milwaukee and we are asking for your contribution to help us make "The Tally" a reality. Rather than asking for an outright donation, we would like to offer you a rare chance to purchase an original work of art by the WhiteBoxPainters at a fraction of its market value.
We are offering a limited edition of 50 prints of the altered photo "The Tally" (see attached images). Each is a 6" x 6" archival inkjet print, numbered and signed by the artists, in a handmade frame of black-dyed quarter-sawn oak. Its yours for a contribution of $100 or more. All proceeds will go towards funding this and other WhiteBoxPainters projects. We will be glad to accept smaller donations as well. Anyone who donates any amount above $25 will also have their name credited in the video documentation of the project.
Regardless of whether you are able to make a contribution, come see The WhiteBoxPainters in action as we perform "The Tally" from 4 - 8pm on election day, November 4, 2008 at the Neighborhood Services Building at 4001 S. 6th St.
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Gene Robert Heppner, 81, passed away on April 18, 2013 at the Texas State Veterans Home in Tyler, TX.
Mr. Heppner was predeceased by his wife of 24 years, Bernice, in 2011. He is survived by a brother, Nelson Heppner, North Tonawanda, NY; a daughter, Genelle Roselli, Tyler, TX; and two grandsons, Dominick and Steven Roselli; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Mr. Heppner was a career Navy man who served his country with honor and distinction during the Korean and Vietnam Wars, achieving the rank of Chief Petty Officer. In accordance with his last wishes, he will be buried at sea.
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Bob Dylan's first New York girlfriend, Suze Rotolo, is auctioning off fourteen Dylan-related artifacts from her personal collection. The items, which hit the auction block on December 4th at Christie's in New York, include a 1963 valentine (on which Dylan inscribed, "Love, Love, Money, Booze, I'd swap 'm all to be with youse, love love me Bob"); a 1962 flier for a Dylan gig at Gerdes Folk City that Rotolo designed; and a postcard Dylan sent to Rotolo from Italy ("I always thought Italians were Mama Rosas and Anna Mananis [sic] – but they're all Sophia Lorens"). "I am an artist, and it is not in my nature to part with meaningful things, but it felt right to do so now," says Rotolo, who is best known for appearing with Dylan on the cover of The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan and inspiring songs such as "Don't Think Twice, It's All Right" and "Boots of Spanish Leather." "I see my putting these items for sale at Christie's as part of my life, and at this time in my life I can divest a bit. Who knows if at seventy I will regret my foolishness?"
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The Convict Harpsichordist
John Grant, frustrated in love, shot a London lawyer in the buttock and was sentenced to death at the Old Bailey. Granted a reprieve, he arrived at Sydney Cove in 1804, bringing with him Australia's first harpsichord. But what music did he play?
With a bonus CD-ROM video section (over 18 minutes) featuring the John Grant story told in words and music, a comprehensive illustrated historical booklet and a newly commissioned work, Ron Nagorcka's This Beauteous Wicked Place (a work symbilosing the reconciliation of two cultures) this recording is for early music and Australian history buffs alike.
MBS 'CD of the Week', 15th March 2004
Elizabeth Anderson
Elizabeth Anderson has performed in no less than eleven international concert tours to Europe, Japan and Singapore. She is a regular guest lecturer and performer at universities and music schools throughout Australia.
Press quotes
"entertaining ... Elizabeth Anderson engagingly performs a selection of music Grant may well have played on his harpsichord" ★★★★
— Tony Way, The Age - Green Guide
"There is much to like in this release ... recorded very well ... magnificent playing ... excellent balance of works ..."
— Barnaby Ralph, Early Music, UK
"a welcome mix ... a pleasing change from the usual single-composer discs ... a fascinating disc."
— Clifford Bartlett, Early Music Review, UK
"Anderson is in top form ... her playing calls that of Wanda Landowska to mind - and praise doesn't get much higher than this ..."
— The West Australian
"an innovative idea and presentation ... Elizabeth Anderson's playing is energetic and sprightly: in both the flavour and spirit of the story as portrayed ... An ideal Christmas gift, even for yourself."
— Neville Olliffe, Early Music News
"This attractive keyboard performance ... brings to life a marvellous episode in early Australian history ... The true-life anti-hero was convict John Grant, and Elizabeth Anderson's CD does his memory proud."
— Philip Gore, Good Medicine / Your Destiny
"playing is superb ... a highlight of the [2003] year."
— Michael Easton, Herald Sun
"accomplished and clearly voiced."
— Clive O'Connell, The Age
"[Anderson's] deft fingerwork, wonderful control of the rhythms, dynamics and nuances of this lovely music are models of refinement and elegance ... a most agreeable sound ... splendidly recorded."
— John Barns, 3MBS FM Libretto
"In years of reviewing compact discs, many of the highest quality, I have never encountered so satisfying a product as this MOVE CD. For quality of content, fullness of liner notes with accompanying illustrations as well as a fascinating CD-ROM visual component. This is a product that ought to be recognised as the model it is; it deserves the very highest praise."
— Neville Cohn, OzArts Review
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Track Listing
- Sonata in F minor, K 386 Domenico Scarlatti
- Sonata in F minor, K 387 Domenico Scarlatti
- Prelude and Fugue No. 24 in D major, BWV 893 Johann Sebastian Bach
- Prelude and Fugue No. 15 in G major, BWV 884 Johann Sebastian Bach
- Sonata in E major, K 380 Domenico Scarlatti
- Sonata in E major, K 381 Domenico Scarlatti
- Sonata in D major, K 32 Domenico Scarlatti
- Sonata in D major, K 33 Domenico Scarlatti
- Sonata in C minor, R 18 Padre Antonio Soler
- Sonata in C minor, R 19 Padre Antonio Soler
- Variations on Ah vous dirai-je Maman (Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star) Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
- This Beauteous Wicked Place Ron Nagorcka
Sonata No. 10 in D major Pietro Domenico Paradies
Suite No. 5 in E major George Frideric Handel
- Elizabeth Anderson · harpsichord
- Ron Nagorcka · didjeridu · track 18
Pietro Domenico Paradies
Pietro Domenico Paradisi Paradies (originally named Paradisi), Pietro Domenico was an Italian composer and Harpsichordist born in Naples 1707 (died Venice 1791).
Johann Sebastian Bach
Johann Sebastian Bach was a German composer, organist, harpsichordist, violist, and violinist whose sacred and secular works for choir, orchestra, and solo instruments drew together the strands of the Baroque period and brought it to its ultimate maturity.
George Frideric Handel
George Frideric Handel was a German-British Baroque composer, famous for his operas, oratorios, and concertos. Handel's music was well known to such later composers as Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven.
Padre Antonio Soler
Antonio Soler (1729-83) was a monk of Monasterio de San Lorenzo de El Escorial and also the choir master. He composed much church music, mainly for choir, and for the Royal Court.
Domenico Scarlatti
Giuseppe Domenico Scarlatti (1685–1757) was an Italian composer who spent much of his life in the service of the Portuguese and Spanish royal families.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was a prolific and influential composer of the Classical era. He composed over 600 works, many acknowledged as pinnacles of symphonic, concertante, chamber, piano, operatic, and choral music. He is among the most enduringly popular of classical composers.
Ron Nagorcka
Ron Nagorcka has a long-held interest in the sounds of the Australian bush (in particular its birds), the use of electronics in music and the system of tuning known as just intonation. His recordings of nature in Tasmania and in the arid zones of mainland Australia provide the basis for many of his compositions.
Where to buy
The Convict Harpsichordist can be purchased online through Buywell Just Classical or the Australian Music Centre which both offer secure online ordering.
This title is also available in (or can be ordered through) many fine music retailers across Australia, including Thomas', Discurio and Readings.
Product details
Recorded at the Move Records Studio, Melbourne Australia.
This recording project has been assisted by the Commonwealth Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body.
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A Fun and Informative Valentine's Day
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A Girl's World Presents Cupid's Garden
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Gift Idea Center
- Ideas, links, and fun for Valentine's Day.
Greeting for a Valentine
- Send a personalized postal greeting card or letter with a beautiful postmark from Valentine City.
Happy Valentine's Day
- Recipes, and everything else related to the holiday.
Happy Valentine's Day from Miss Jan's Graphics
- Provides graphics, animations, backgrounds, and borders.
Heart Pounding Fun
- Save Cupid from falling hearts, print and color cards for your special Valentines, or try your hand at seasonal games.
- Special Valentine recipes from the Bon Appétit archives.
Heather's Happy Valentine's Day Page
- 9-year-old Heather shares a few of her favorite Valentine's Day activities.
Holiday Channel
- Gifts, cards, recipes, activities, love classifieds, and Valentine's Day history.
HomeArts: Sweet Valentine! (February 1997)
- Award-winning chocolate dessert recipes to help win your lover's heart
Host a Valentine's Day Tea
- Ideas on hosting the perfect Valentine's Day tea party with those special someones.
I Luv You
- A Valentine Day site for kids of all ages. Make your own Valentine card or Cupid's house. Plenty of games, riddles, and favorite children's stories.
- Gifts, poetry, romantic date ideas, love notes, proposals, and the history of Valentine's Day.
Jerry's Valentine Page
- Some history about Valentines Day and a pretty page.
Jewelry for Valentine's
- Specially designed pendants like diamond earrings, crystal hearts and tennis bracelets reflecting themes of intimacy and romance.
Jollyroger.com Classic Valentines
- Create a classic Valentine by combining classical music, art and poetry. Plenty of poems to choose.
Kate.net - Valentine's Day
- Offers free wallpaper and free screen saver.
Kids Domain Valentines
- Valentine coloring pages, crafts, word searches, mazes, graphics and music. Kid Safe Site.
Kids Valentine's Day Party Planner
- Activities for kids including Valentine's Day arts and crafts, party ideas, and heart shaped valentine snacks
Kingsbury Antiques
- Large selection of antique Valentines for sale, from the late 1800s to the 1960s.
Knowledge Hound's Valentine's Day Tips
- Free how-tos for a variety of Valentine's Day subjects.
Loch's Webpage
- Cards for love, valentines, friendship.
Love - Shared Freely Around the World
- Features poetry about love.
Lovingyou.com Valentine's Day Romance Guide
- Everything from romantic ideas, tips, where to go, what to do if staying in, gift ideas, movies, love coupons and more.
Mail Just 4 Me
- A special children's Valentine's Day package filled with activities, crafts, stickers, and a personalized letter signed by you.
Man in the Moon
- Unusual and unique gifts of the heart for Valentine's Day.
Megabytes Mall
- Special gifts for your Valentine.
MGC Valentine Puzzles
- Custom-made wooden Valentine's Day puzzles from personal enlarged pictures, romantic art prints and personalized poems. Custom marriage proposals, too.
Minibites Valentine's
- Provides Valentine's pages to send to loved ones and friends.
- Valentine songs, cards, recipes, symbols, roots of romance, graphics and screen savers.
Nuttin' But Kids
- Craft and art centers, songs and finger plays, games and books will keep children busy preparing for Valentine's Day.
Nuttin' But Kids Valentines Day Page
- Offers simple Valentine's songs and learning center ideas.
Pam's Place Valentine's Crafts Page
- Includes step-by-step craft instructions with pictures, school party ideas, and links.
Personal Keepsakes
- Valentine poems personalized with names and dates, presented on 8" x 10" ivory parchment paper.
Pie Recipe.Com | Valentine's Day Pies
- Pie recipes for Valentine's Day from AllRecipes.com.
Plan the Perfect Valentine's Day
- Links to shops for Valentine gifts, flowers, candy and cards.
- The makers of NetQuest bring you a free Valentine ECard center and gift ideas.
Red Envelope
- Decidedly different gifts to light a romantic spark, and a few to fan the flames for Valentine's Day.
Redbook: Valentine's Day Poll
- Poll about favourite Valentine gifts and celebrations.
Romantic Cards
- Free e-mail greeting cards with animation and music. Valentines, Halloween and other occasions.
Saint Valentine's Day
- A short history of the day, starting with the Romans.
Say I Love You with Food
- Recipes for a romantic Italian dinner for Valentine's Day.
Say it with pictures
- Many nice ideas on how to celebrate Valentine's Day with pictures. Most of them are really unexpensive.
Speaking of Flowers
- Articles discussing symobolic meaning of flowers, especially roses, along with links to other articles about Valentine's Day traditions.
St. Valentine Humor, History and Romantic Poetry
- Personal page with a Valentine theme and some gender humor, poetry, history, links.
St. Valentine's Day Index
- Offers nine animated images.
- Articles about aphrodisiacs, passionate poetry, Saint Valentine, aromas that arouse, all to help create a romantic Valentine's Day.
Super Cupid Game
- Trivia game about Valentine's Day and love. Requires Shockwave.
Sweetheart Sets
- Provides images free for use on personal pages.
Sylvaqueen's Valentine Heart Graphics
- Provides hearts, heartbars, valentines, and a couple of valentine poem graphics. Also includes 60s love midis.
The Activity Idea Place: Valentine's Day
- Games, songs, art, science and more. Drop by and find something different to do with your children to celebrate Valentine's Day.
The Chocolate Rose
- Chocolate Valentine hearts and roses, hand-poured and painted. Every item is made to order.
The Clip Art of Romance - Free Valentines Clipart
- Includes backgrounds, borders, bars, animations, and seasonal images.
The Funny Page
- Cute online greeting card for valentine's day.
The History of Valentine's Day
- Information on the origins of the most romantic holiday, including the real St. Valentine.
The Kitchen Link - The Cupid Connection
- Links, Menus, Recipes, and much more for planning the perfect Valentine's Day celebration.
The Story of Valentine's Day
- History of the day, focusing on St. Valentine.
The Valentine Center
- A collection of Valentine's Day links, as well as gifts.
The Valentine Thief
- Simply illustrated morality tale about feelings hurt when a child does not get any Valentines at school.
Valentine Arts and Crafts
- A few arts and crafts, as well as a link to Valentine's Day clip art.
Valentine Be Mine!
- Dedicated to the "romantically dysfunctional", this site has poetry, tips on being romantic, history and origins of Valentine's Day, and links to other Valentine's Day sites.
Valentine Clip Art Gallery
- Provides free clip art, backgrounds, icons, and animated .gifs.
Valentine Clipart
- Small collection of free images. From Bry-Back Manor.
Valentine Coloring Book
- A dozen or so designs that can be enlarged, printed out and then colored in by children.
Valentine e-cards.
- Various combinations of graphics, music, color-schemes and verses are available to design your Valentine.
Valentine Fun
- Shares songs, craft activities, games, and snack ideas. From Perpetual Preschool.
Valentine Graphics
- Offers eight web page sets.
Valentine Graphics by Courtemanche Custom Designs
- Provides free, downloadable art.
Valentine Graphics by Pat
- Offers backgrounds and graphics for webpages.
Valentine Images
- Includes tiled graphics, icons, and other images.
Valentine Page Webring
- G-rated sites.
Valentine Puzzles
- A crossword puzzle and a word find.
Valentine's Classroom Activities
- Provides an assortment of Valentine's activities designed especially for use in the high school classroom. From About.com.
Valentine's Cocktails
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Valentine's Day
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Valentine's Day - Seeing Red
- Menus and almost 200 recipes in red from Epicurious.
Valentine's Day Amusements
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Valentine's Day at Holidayspot.com
- History and recipes, cards and a message board to celebrate Valentine's Day.
Valentine's Day Backgrounds and Borders
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Valentine's Day Fun
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Valentine's Day in CyberSpace
- Some really terrific resources for this special day.
Valentine's Day Lesson
- A humorous article about how having children changed one father's view of Valentine's Day.
Valentine's Day Love Traditions
- Includes a short history of the day, history of roses, an article about flowers and their meaning, how to say "I love you" in various languages, and a link to free e-cards.
Valentine's Day on Women.com
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Valentine's Day Project
- Instructions for making a Victorian potpourii and heart project.
Valentine's Day Recipes
- Valentine's day recipes including cookies, cake, and an alcoholic drink.
Valentine's Day Resources for Kids and Teachers
- Facts, history, crafts, worksheets, clipart, lesson plans about Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day Romance Guide
- Ideas for gifts, love and romance.
Valentine's Day Seeing Red
- Site has chicken, meat, pasta, seafood, vegetarian menus for Valentine's Day meals, plus 190 "recipes in red".
Valentine's Day Shoppe
- A comprehensive collection of online shopping, with everything from flowers to lingerie.
Valentine's Day Shopping Guide
- Save valuable time and money by doing your Valentine's Day shopping online.
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Valentine's Day Trivia Hunt
- Constructed by children at an elementary school for other children; also has links to information about Valentine's Day.
Valentine's Forever Presents Romeo & Juliet
- William Shakespeare's famous play is reproduced, in text, here in its entirety on a Valentine's site.
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Valentine's Graphics
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- Valentine.co.za - Romantic recipes, inspirational poetry and prose and most important, send free virtual Valentine cards to all the significant people in your life!
- The Love at First Site - valentine.com is a way to send greeting cards and gifts through the U.S.Mail with a printed personal message.
- Send free Valentines Day cards that also come with an online gift basket to friends, family and loved ones. Make their Valentine's Day special.
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Valentines Day
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Valentines Day and Romantic Jokes
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Valentines Day Anniversary
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Valentines Day Cards by Egreetings.com
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Valentines Day Kids Zone
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Valentines Forever
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Valentines Games - How Many?
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Valentines greeting cards from Club Greetings
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Valentines Recipes Desserts Brownies Cakes Cookies
- A list of Valentine's Day recipes, especially desserts such as brownies, cakes, cookies.
Valentines Sliding Puzzle
- Slide the tiles to solve the puzzle. Requires Java-enabled browser.
Vegetarian Valentine's Day Recipes
- "Erotic appetizer, passionate pasta, desireable dessert."
Victoria: Tokens of Affection
- Handcrafted, shell-studded Valentines.
What Do the Symbols of Love Mean?
- Learn what the story is behind Cupid, why red roses symbolize love, and why hearts and doves are used on Valentine's Day.
World's Largest Valentine
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Your Valentine
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Every day, chronic pain from rheumatoid arthritis throbs in Kyle Poole's body.
At 20, Poole needs a hip replacement due to degenerative joint disease.
He's had arthritis since age 4 and experiences physical limitations in adulthood.
But, on an unexpected winter night in Chesterfield Township, he momentarily overcame his health obstacles and did something police call heroic—chase after a robber armed with a knife.
Drive-thru stop is far from norm
Around 10:30 p.m. Jan. 31, Poole and fiancée Jessica Burnia, 21, were leaving a corn-hole toss game in Mount Clemens with friends.
He craved a McChicken sandwich; she was thirsty. So, they decided to swing by the drive-thru of the on 23 Mile Road near Interstate 94, where Poole used to work and Burnia is a manager.
"We were coming up to the speaker box and all we seen was this guy running backwards with a bag," Poole said.
According to police, they spotted 35-year-old Roland Lee Moore Jr. whom detectives say in the hand area seconds before. A car between the couple and victim drove off at some point, leaving Poole and Burnia to only guess what happened.
His first reaction was to hit the suspicious man with his car, Poole said. But, his fiancée warned him not to because, in the darkness, she initially thought it was a mere prank.
"She's a manager here," he said. "We see a lot of people fool around like that."
Then, Poole heard the victim's screams for help and sprung to action despite pleas from Burnia to stay in the car for safety.
He grabbed a bat he keeps in the car for her protection. He never had to use it before, he said.
"I chased him. I yelled at him twice. I say 'Hey!'" Poole said, running after the thief all the way to a nearby gas station where he tried to get others' attention to stop the suspect to no avail.
Moore, a parole absconder with a violent criminal history, escaped on a bicycle, authorities said. Police eventually . He faces felony charges of armed robbery and assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder and another unarmed robbery charge for a separate incident. The in New Baltimore.
'Overwhelmed with courage'
Detective Sgt. Deron Myers said Friday that Poole's actions were caught on surveillance video outside the fast-food restaurant.
"We generally recommend that you don't put yourself in harm's way over property...but the fact that he came out of it all right, it was definitely heroic," Myers said.
Aware of Poole's physical condition, Myers said the citizen "became overwhelmed with courage."
That's how Burnia describes it. She watched tapes from the incident and says drive-thru employees also did their best to stop the attack from inside the window, .
"Who's going to get out and run? Not me because I'm scared," she said.
Despite Moore's 240-pound stature, Poole says he wasn't afraid. "I used to fight a lot. I used to be a bad kid," he said. "I had trained for mixed martial arts. Plus, I had a bat."
Later that night, Poole, who attended L'Anse Creuse High School North with Burnia and works in a Chesterfield factory, endured severe pain from running in his physical condition. But he says he has no regrets.
His takeaway from the incident: Stay alert at all times.
"Always be cautious anywhere you go—even to McDonald's," he said.
Chesterfield Township resident Kyle Poole has been selected as a Greatest Person of the Day for The Huffington Post.


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Porteau Cove Provincial Park is situated on the most southerly fjord in North America just 38 km north of Vancouver, and features waterfront campsites with a view over Howe Sound to the mountains beyond. Porteau Cove Provincial Park provides an incredible setting, especially if the weather is in favour, the views from the campground of the Sea to Sky Highway are spectacular. For divers interested in marine wrecks, here lies the watery grave of 4 ships, amongst which is the minesweeper Nakayama.
As this is the only provincial campground on the Sound, campsites are in constant demand from late May to early October.
If you have access to a car and the skies are clear enough, a drive along the "Sea to Sky Highway" might be a good idea if you're looking for a scenic drive outside of the city. Though officially known as "Hwy 99" on road signs and maps, the segment of highway between Vancouver and Whistler has been called the "Sea to Sky highway" due to its extreme geography.
On one side of the highway is the Howe Sound fjord - a wide body of water carved out thousands of years ago by glaciers. This is often considered the southern-most fjord on the Pacific North American coast. On the other side of the highway are the Coast Mountains, literally jetting up into the sky by the roadside. This unique simultanious experience of water and mountains is what's responsible for the highway's name.
Though considered a dangerous highway by some, the curvy nature of this highway becomes dangerous if you do not pay attention to speed limits. Otherwise, it's a pleasure to drive.
Generally I consider the first half of the highway, between Vancouver and Squamish, to be the most scenic, as this is the part of the highway that follows the coast of Howe Sound. Once you read the town of Squamish and start heading north to Whistler, the highway heads inland and loses its coastal scenery.
One of my favorite hikes is in garibaldi park,
its fairly close to the city, and its called
black tusk. It can take anywhere between 3 to 4 hours to get to garibaldi glacier lake, where you can pick up the trail that goes right up to the tusk(a mountain that is in the shape of a tusk....you can't miss it once your at the lake).
Around the lake, there are something like 6 small shelters, including a picnic table, and a counter,more importantly a roof and 4 walls.
Do be warned, that as late as june, there is still snow around the lake, and it is very difficult to go the whole way up to the tusk. It is also very cold, so if your planning on spending the night, make sure to bring a good cold weather sleeping bag, and the nessecary provisions. If you are going up to the Tusk it will take an additional 2 or 3 hours to get to the top of the trail.
The scenery is absolutly wonderful, so do enjoy, and take care if you decide to go up to Black Tusk!!!
There are aslo some alternative hikes in the same park, that are equaly as beautiful. Including Taylor Meadows, and Panorama Ridge.
Taylor Meadows takes about the same amount of time from the parking lot (called Rubble Creek), as it takes to get to Black Tusk. And getting to Panorama ridge takes about 2 hours from garibaldi lake.
Leave Vancouver via Horseshoe bay, headed towards Whistler. About 20 minutes after Squamish you will cross a bridge, called Rubble Creek. Right after the bridge turn right and you will end up at the starting point to lots of great hikes in garibaldi park!
If you're heading up to Squamish or Whistler the Sea to Sky highway will reward you with breathtaking veiws. There are plenty of places to stop and take photo. And even ore place to camp, have a picnic or a short stroll or long hike. Allow an hour for your journey to Squamish and an hour and a half to two hours to Whistler.
I don't know how off the beaten path this is...I had never heard of them, so thats why I am putting it here. Shannon Falls is near the town of Squamish between Vancouver and Whistler on the Sea to Sky highway. It is a provincial park the has a waterfall 335m high! The falls are accessed by a short trail from the parking lot. There is also a picnic area with a few tables.
The Stawamus Chief is a huge monolith of a mountain found north of Vancouver on the Sea to Sky Highway in the town of Squamish. This hike takes you around the back of the mountain and offers 3 separate peaks to choose from. First peak (or south peak) is the closest (about 50 minutes) followed by Second peak (definately the most scenic, about an hour ascent), which is adjacent to first peak and finally 3rd or north peak peak is about 1 hour 15 minutes from the trail head and is the least frequented peak. The climb, while not overly long, is strenuous as you gain alititude on man made stairs and 'natural' rock stairs at the trails beginning. Near the peak you are aided by chains and a small ladder at Second Peak. have no fear when traversing the huge boulders and witnessed a 5 year old girl (with her dad) conquer these mammoth rocks. The parking lot is just before you enter the town of squamish and the path to the trailhead is clearly marked. Make sure to arrive early, however, as this is the most popular day hike in British Columbia.
On the Beartooth Highway, en route to Whistler, you absolutely MUST pull over and hike up to Shannon Falls. It only takes like 3 minutes and it's absolutely beautiful, especially if you hit it on a sunny day.
Head out to Whistler and Pemberton on the 99Highway. There are loads of great Hiking spots up there. I have done Garibaldi Lake, which is well worth it.
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Has anyone tried diet Dr Pepper chocolate cherry soda?
I tried it. I can do the whole vaguely prune flavored and cherry thing, butt the tang of the artifical chocolate flavor was just over the top for me. It adds a strange note. It's not bitter, but something I can't put my finger on it. I suspect this is something people will either LOVE, or hate.
I'll probably try it, but I'm so fed up with this diversifying of Dr. Pepper. Dr. Pepper(the original) is my favorite soda and nowadays it's more and more difficult to find at my local stores because they feel the need to carry all the flavored varieties in regular and diet. Sigh.
I tried it. It's ok. I won't buy it again as there are other flavors I like much better, like Cherry Coke Zero.
re: GenieinTX
I remember flying a lot in the 90's, and whenever I got the generic "Beverage?" question from the flight attendants, I used to request "Caffeine-free Diet Cherry Coke". This usually resulted in a momentarily befuddled look before a halting reply of "Uh, we don't have it on this flight".
re: GenieinTX
I like most every soda..and am especially forgiving if its diet...but this stuff...YUCK. My dad bought 2 cases on a whim. Thats 8 completely wasted dollars in my opinion. At first sip, the dr pepper and cherry taste hits you....not too bad...perhaps a little articifical tasting and sweet, but hey, if you were against artificial sweetner, you wouldnt have pooped the tab in the first place. Then, as you swallow, the chocolate hits you. My first thought was "gee this tastes like a chocolate tootsie roll pop". Now i like the choco pops. but the pop is full of crunchy, chewy, sugary goodness. but this? Imagine liquifying it. and taking out the things that make it great and to add insult to injury make it fake sugar. whats left??? It was just too over the top artificial for me. I tried to like it. I really did. I spend too much in diet coke as it is and if i didnt have to buy any for 2 weeks, hey thats 8 dollars saved to me. but I couldnt do it. haha my dad has to now figure out how to get rid of 23 cans of this vile stuff. i told him not to do it...
try canfield's diet chocolate fudge soda.
i used to blenderize it with ice and vanilla alba '77 for a low fat, low-cal shake.
looks like there may be a cherry chocolate version, too.
It was gross. Went to a gas station that had no other Dr Pepper (the only soda I will drink.) So, thought I'd give it a whirl.
Tasted like chocolate cherry Nyquil. Couldn't take more than a sip. Same as my boyfriend, who also loves Dr Pepper.
We became hooked on Cherry Chocolate Diet Dr. Pepper (purchased at local Wal-Mart in Springdale, AR). None of the Wal-Marts (or other stores in our area) appear to carry it anymore. We are chocoholics and want to spare the calories. We can accommodate to variations in the pure taste one expects from either chocolate or cherry. I hope their resurrect it.
Is there any, ANY chocolate soda out there that isn't chemically-sweetened diet stuff?
re: Sharuf
canfield's chocolate soda! http://www.epinions.com/reviews/Fudge...
and their diet chocolate soda is good to mix with "alba" to make a diet shake that is thick and delicious -- esp. with a touch of vanilla extract added in. http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&...
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re: alkapal
That Canfield's url is a review of their diet (eeerrrk!!) soda. I'm looking for regular chocolate soda, unpolluted by faux sweeteners. This type of product does not seem to exist.
The Alba product description contains the dreaded word "Splenda". Artificial sweeteners are a total deal breaker for me.
re: Sharuf
yes sharuf, but canfields makes a regular chocolate soda, iirc. sorry i pasted wrong link.
while the chocolate soda you seek does not have artificial sweeteners, a "soda" will definitely have artificial flavoring.
and chowindown, the best flavor to use of the alba is vanilla, blended with the canfield's diet chocolate soda. it seems more like a traditional chocolate shake than using the chocolate alba. but for so few calories, experiment! good calcium source, too.
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re: Sharuf
well, maybe i didn't recall correctly. nowadays, it would probably be with HFCS anyhow. i guess yoo-hoo doesn't cut it, huh? ;-) this is an interesting bit of yoo-hoo histoire: http://www.yoo-hoo.com/about/default....
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re: Sharuf
i think yoo-hoo is everywhere in the u.s. but maybe san francisco's enlightened elite politicians have banned it. ;-)
a/c to this zoom info on cadbury schweppes (yoo-hoo's brandparent --ha! get it?!) (sorry, just had to do that), the company acquired a san fran bottler in 2006: "During the year ended December 31, 2006, the Company acquired All American Bottling Company and Seven Up Bottling Company of San Francisco." http://www.zoominfo.com/Search/Compan...


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---- — NORTH ANDOVER, Mass. — Local dancers have roles in the New England Civic Ballet's performance of "Snow White," the newest of all the fairy tale ballets.
It was specifically created for a ballerina in 2007 and now NECB will perform it for three shows. A whole new ballet with new costumes, scenery, and choreography has the cast and directors excited about this production. Performances will be at Merrimack College's Rogers Center for the Performing Arts in North Andover on March 22 at 1 and 6 p.m., and March 23 at 1 p.m.
NECB is a local nonprofit dance company. Tickets are on sale at a reduced price to encourage whole families to come and enjoy the performances.
Tickets may be purchased online at newenglandcivicballet.org or by calling the studio at (978) 975-0289.
Young attendees are encouraged to dress up as their favorite character. After each 1 p.m. show, the characters will be out in costume for autographs and pictures.
Open auditions were held in January and the cast includes dancers from multiple dance studios.
New Hampshire cast members include Annabelle Zvapelsky of Derry, Kassia Swanson of Londonderry, Luke Perkins of Atkinson, Monique and Samantha Welch of Hampstead, Alyssa Levine of Pelham, and Katherine and Lily Chartrain of Salem.
For more information regarding the ballet and performances, contact Phyllis George at the New England Civic Ballet school studios 978-975-0289.


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The Chester Consolidated School district was preparing to welcome Mike Tomasco as the new write-in candidate for the board of education at their reorganization meeting next month.
But now it appears they need to roll out the welcome wagon for an additional member.
Laura Fishman, whose term on the board does not expire until the reorganizational meeting following the 2013 November election, has resigned leaving a vacancy.
According to a release by Board Secretary and Administrator Mary Jane Canose, the legal requirements to become a member of the board of education are as follows:
- He/she is a citizen of the United States
- He/she is at least 18 years of age
- He/she is able to read and write
- He/she has been a resident of Chester Borough or Chester Township for at least one (1) year
- He/she is not disqualified as a voter pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:4-1
- He/she must fulfill the requirements of the New Jersey Ethics Act.
Interested candidates are asked to submit a letter of interest which includes the candidate's qualifications, resume and reasons for wanting to become a board member. Candidates will also be asked to appear before the board to further share their views and respond to questions from the board members in a public session.
Letters and resumes from interested candidates requesting consideration for the position must be received by 4:00 p.m. Jan. 14, Canose's office at 50 North Road, Building 4, Chester, New Jersey 07930. Interviews will be held at the Board of Education meeting on Monday, Jan. 21.


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As you step through the turnstiles of The Holy Land Experience, you'll travel back in time 2000 years to the far off land of Jerusalem in ancient Israel. Prepare to be amazed by spectacular recreations that bring the Bible to life through realistic architecture and presentations that not only entertain, but teach.
Enter another world when you step into the Jerusalem Street Market located near the park entrance. It is there that you will come face to face with artisans and can interact with them to learn about the culture and how the people of Jerusalem lived in early Biblical times. Nearby, children are easily entertained in their own interactive Smile of a Child Adventureland, where they can enjoy a 15 minute presentation of the Parables of Jesus in the Smile of a Child Theater, craft stations and a rock climbing wall.
One of the highlights of your visit is sure to be the amazing 45 foot by 25 foot long model of ancient Jerusalem — the largest indoor model of its kind. Daily presentations retell the history of the city — from its beginnings as King David's capital city to its destruction by the Romans. See where Christ walked as He ministered and where He traveled during His final hours leading up to His crucifixion.
An especially moving experience is the "Behold the Lamb" passion drama — the longest running presentation at the park. It features new music and new scenes designed to put you right in the middle of the action so that you feel like a witness to this important event.
At the far end of the park, a vast display of Biblical artifacts in the Scriptorium provides an informative walk-through tour featuring the Van Kampen Collection that consists of several thousand manuscripts, scrolls, and other religious artifacts.
Among other highlights is a replica of the mobile Wilderness Tabernacle, where the Israelites worshiped during their 40 years of wandering in the desert. It is here that you will learn about the object inside the Tabernacle and the Ark of the Covenant.
If you enjoy Christian music, you won't want to miss "Celebrate Jesus" karaoke, where you can actually stage your talent and sing praises to Jesus.
Special Christmas Holiday Presentations
Bethlehem's Miracle Night, an original musical, follows Mary and Joseph to the lowly stable in Bethlehem where God gave His great gift. It is a joyful and exciting celebration of the Savior's birth. You'll see the amazement of the shepherds as they hear the angel's pronouncement and join the Magi as they worship and adore the newborn King. Even the innkeeper and his wife are changed because of their encounter.
Christmas Dancing Waters inspire visitors to reflect on the Lord's majesty as beautiful fountains and lights are set to music in an inspirational presentation.
The True Story of St. Nicholas told like you've never seen it before. Laughs and surprises accompany the myths that became legends.
Ye Olde Strolling Christmas Carols presented by The Holy Land Experience Strolling Carolers, an a capella quartet dressed in the style of the day. They will delightfully put you in the Christmas spirit with old favorites along with the classic carols of yesteryear.
Sing Gloria: A Christmas Concert, presented on the steps of the Great Temple, combines incredible voices in powerful praise that includes new versions of some old favorites.
Information and Tickets
The Holy Land Experience is open Monday through Saturday 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. The park is closed on Sundays and Mondays, except for special events. Hours may vary by season, so check the hours of operation calendar.
There are several dining experiences awaiting guests throughout the park, from the Oasis Palms' Cafe where you will find a full menu of chef or daily specials to Simeon's Corner where you can grab a hot dog to a variety of snacks at the Royal Portico and The Centurion Cart — including turkey legs, giant pretzels, breakfast pastries or sweet desserts. The Sycamore Tree offers coffee, espresso, cappuccino, latté or iced specialties.
Those wanting a souvenir of their trip can find unique gifts, art, postcards, clothing, books and more at The Old Scroll Shop, The Shofar Shop and the Ex Libris Book Shoppe. Bibles, reference and study materials, biographies and educational posters are also available. Forgot someone on your gift list? There are a limited number of items available online.
Tickets may be purchased online. Single-day online admission prices are $45 for adults, $30 for children ages 6-12 and $15 for children ages 3-5. Children under age 3 are admitted free. Tickets purchased at the gate are the same price. Parking is free!
The Holy Land Experience is located at 4655 Vineland Road in Orlando — off Interstate 4, at Exit 78, at the corner of Conroy and Vineland Roads.
Take I-4 East or West to Exit 78. Turn west onto Conroy Road, turn right onto Vineland Road. The entrance to The Holy Land Experience is on the right.


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News Release
Wabash Valley author Jan Tilley and Spenbrook Publishing announce the release of Tilley's latest novel, "Jasper's Gift."
It is the highly anticipated sequel to her international, best-selling novel, "Coming About."
"I wrote this book because so many of my readers requested it. It was actually a pleasure to go back and revisit these characters again. It felt like I was visiting old friends," Tilley said.
Tilley also infused the artistry of Max Ehrmann into the novel by beginning each chapter with an excerpt from his famous poem, "Desiderata."
The book jacket states: "Several years ago, Jasper Trimble left behind an inheritance which sent best friends Rachel and Sadie on an unforgettable journey, completely transforming their lives. When Rachel had felt that all hope was gone, Jasper's gift gave her a second chance to create a new life.
"Rachel and Sadie have been there for each other through the good times and the bad. Just when their dreams were finally coming true, they are confronted with the blinding truth that there's no such thing as a perfect life.
"Their entire world is turned upside down when the unexpected soon becomes a harsh reality, forcing them to lean on each other like never before. But, nothing could have prepared them for what was yet to come.
"Jasper's one small act of kindness left a living legacy, touching lives in more ways than they could have ever imagined.
"Their journey begins today…"
To date, Tilley has had more than 50,000 copies of her books downloaded worldwide. All four of her novels are available in book and Kindle formats at www.Amazon.com.


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EYEWITNESS LOCAL NEWSTask Force Suggests State Law Change To Fight Substance Abuse
from Eyewitness News Online
Reported by: Jeff Morris
Web Producer: Jeff Morris
Reported: Nov. 27, 2013 11:48 AM EST
Updated: Nov. 27, 2013 11:54 AM EST
Charleston , Kanawha County , West Virginia
The Kanawha County Substance Abuse Task Force said it supports a change in the state code that would allow felony charges to be brought against individuals convicted of three or more misdemeanor crimes directly or indirectly related to substance abuse.
In its final report, prepared by former state lawmaker Dan Foster, chairman of the task force, the group said this law change would serve as an element of deterrence for first-time offenders.
Task force members also said in their final report that:
* A Good Samaritan law should be enacted that would provide "a degree of immunity or mitigation of sentencing for individuals seeking to help themselves or others experiencing an overdose."
* In addition to those committing felonies, repeat misdemeanor drug violators should be eligible for drug court referral.
* Tramadol should be made a Schedule IV controlled substance.
* Naloxone should be made available to all first responders to treat opiod overdose patients.
* Hydrocodone should be made a Schedule II controlled substance.
* Newly marketed long-acting opioid drugs should only be available in a tamper-resistant form.
* Proactive analysis and response component of the controlled substance monitoring program should be fully implemented as rapidly as possible.
"When utilized as designed, it could more effectively identify and restrict the activities of doctor shoppers, pill mills and pharmacies with questionable dispensing practices," the task force said.
* The controlled substance monitoring program should send annual report cards to the top 5 percent of subscribers.
* Increased funding for substance abuse prevention, early intervention, treatment, recovery and public education.
* An anonymous tip line should be put in place for the public to report suspected health care provider prescribing indiscretions.
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In Review: Constantine #5
The cover: The image tells you all you need to know: Constantine now has the power of Captain Marvel. Eddy Barrows, Eber Ferreira & Brad Anderson have wrought a cover that captures the power and color of this magical theft. Where we're going has me concerned, but through no fault of the gentlemen involved with this cover. Overall grade: B+
The story: This is a tie-in/interlude to Trinity War. Lloyd is locking up his bar, the Joint, for the evening when Constantine and Captain Marvel enter. Our anti-hero tells Cap that the Shazam spell is eating him up, possibly set up by Black Adam, and that if Cap can turn the spell off, he might be able to neutralize it. Cap says the word, becomes Billy Batson, and, using a "little ritual artifact" invokes a spell where he and Billy switch voices. "Stealing Thunder" by Ray Fawkes is a good premise for a story. Billy can't change because his new voice can't invoke the spell; only John can because he has Billy's voice. This way the power of Shazam isn't exploited as Superman's power was in the opening chapter of The Trinity War storyline. Got it? This is fine with me, but you can predict what John is going to have to do at some point, and he does. That's when I checked out. Those six pages were just too much for me. I can buy into John containing someone's power, but using it, like this, was so beyond his character. I painfully read on, hoping for a quick ending. Thankfully the conclusion is better than its middle, and we've got John paying the piper for actions in issue one. Overall grade: C
The art: Very good art on this book by the talented Renato Guedes, though those darned six pages, because of their subject matter, stuck in my craw so much it lowered my grade. Those first nine pages are terrific–the power coming off of Cap is stellar, and John has never looked so devious as he does in the second panel on Page 4. But that outfit on Page 9 and the first panel on Page 14 is laughable. I don't know how Guedes could have salvaged it without going into parody, so I'll give him props for doing his absolute best, serious try. Page 19, rightly, returns the correct tone to this book, and Page 20 a great teaser for next issue. Overall grade: B-
The colors: The highpoint of the book is Marcelo Maiolo. On Page 2 he establishes the awesome blue-white energy leaking out of Captain Marvel. And as awesome as that is, the shading on Constantine in the final panel of Page 3 shows how crooked our title character is. In fact, Maiolo creates wonderful "light" effects throughout this issue: Pages 4, 6, 8, 10, 14, 15, and 19 and 20 use blue to perfection, even on dialogue balloons! Outstanding! Overall grade: A+
The letters: Scene setting, dialogue, sound effects, and screams issue from Taylor Esposito. I loved the demon's font but hated all the screams and yells that were larger than their balloons. This makes the sounds look small. C'mon, Editor Brian Cunningham and Assistant Editor Kate Stewart, big sounds require big balloons! Can't you see how small this book sounds because of the mini-balloons? Overall grade: C+
The final line: This issue justifies my dislike for the Trinity War storyline. Good visuals, but an unnecessary interlude in a great storyline. Overall grade: C+
Patrick Hayes was a contributor to the Comic Buyer's Guide for a few years with "It's Bound to Happen!" He had to give that up to teach 8th graders English for 19 years. He's now at a high school where he taught 9th graders but currently teaches English to 10th graders. He reads everything as often as he can, when not grading papers or looking up Star Trek, Star Wars or Indiana Jones items online.


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Nicki Minaj did it once. Alec Baldwin does it often and poorly. And chances are, after heavy days of sonogram photos and rhubarb pies cast in "Lo-Fi" light, you've considered ending it all, too.
Deleting yourself — or what the most morbid among us call "digital suicide" — is the attempt to go off the grid, to grab control of your persona, time or sanity. The departure is often announced with confident, dramatic flourish. But experts say that more often than not, deserters sulk back to newsfeeds and streams, proving: No, we could never be through with Facebook or Twitter, just as Ella could never be through with love.


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According to IT consulting giant IDC, nearly 310,000 home-based agents will be working in the U.S. by 2013 – up from 112,000 in 2007. Helping to push the home agent model into the mainstream are improvements in remote desktop and application delivery and management that ensure a uniform, secure experience for all agents, regardless of location.
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text: Leah Cohen isn't the only big-name chef suing some business partners: Scott Conant is currently suing some former partners and LDV Hospitality, a company that itself spun off from Conant's Scarpetta-related group and now runs restaurants such as American Cut and Bistro La Promenade. Among Conant's complaints: Closings of several LDV properties hurt his business, LDV violated an operating agreement by opening restaurants too close to Conant's, and Scarpetta was never reimbursed for money it provided to Conant's former partners. Eater has the full lawsuit — which includes details on all the cash Conant is asking for — if you'd care to take a look. [Eater NY, Earlier]


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June 4, 2014 marks the 25th anniversary of the Chinese government's violent crackdown on pro-democracy protesters in Beijing's Tiananmen Square. It was a topic that came up in several interviews for the George H.W. Bush Oral History Project. Below are some excerpts.
James Baker, Secretary of State
"We confronted it in China, we handled it—again, this is an arrogant thing to say, but we handled Tiananmen Square just right. We sanctioned China; we said, This is not the way you treat your people, but we kept the relationship going, an extraordinarily important relationship. We don't need to be an enemy of China and they don't need to be our enemy, and George Bush was able to thread that needle and walk that line. We didn't give up on our principles and values, but we didn't go to war against the Chinese government because they didn't share those principles and values."
Brent Scowcroft, National Security Adviser
"There is one picture that is shown over and over on television, even now, of one small person standing in front of a tank with a satchel in his hand, and the tank trying to maneuver around him and him moving back and forth. That is a very telling picture in two ways. First, the bravery of the demonstrators, but also the fact that that tank commander was not trying to run down this young person, whoever it was, but trying to avoid damage to him. Tiananmen Square has become an image, an icon of meaning. If you actually analyze that period of a little over a month, it becomes much more complex with many more forces at work. Did we understand them all? No. Not even close. Not even close."
Robert Gates, Deputy National Security Adviser
"Yes, in fact, one of those little tidbits that's gotten lost is the fact that the United States government was the first government in the world to impose sanctions on China after Tiananmen Square. For all the criticism of Bush for his inaction, he acted first and with, in most respects, the most severe measures of any of the governments around the world in terms of imposing the sanctions that we did on the Chinese. It got kind of lost in the congressional uproar over the thing. So I think there was a sense—again, I would have to go back and read the materials because my memory on this is really vague—of inevitability that there was going to have to be a crackdown or the Chinese were going to lose control. And, so we had, we had already talked about some of the sanctions and that was one of the reasons why, I think he imposed the sanctions within 24 hours. So I think we probably had already prepared some contingency plans."
Dick Cheney, Defense Secretary
"The thing with China is in better shape than it is today. You're still in the aftermath of Tiananmen Square and that had required us clearly to put the military relationship on hold, which we did. Brent (Scowcroft) went to Beijing with (Lawrence) Eagleburger; we'd been through that whole exercise. But even in spite of all that, the President—we used to joke about him being the guy running the China desk, with some justification. But he knew more about it than anybody else did. The China role in the Desert (Storm) crisis through the UN had been important. They had a veto. They could have shut us down anytime they wanted in the UN Security Council and they didn't. Sometimes they abstained, but that account had been managed very carefully and very successfully throughout that whole period of time. And it's still too soon to have a big public re-embrace, if you will, of China, but at that stage, we don't see China as a strategic threat."
Frederick McClure, Assistant for Legislative Affairs
"When we had to do Most Favored Nation trading status for China on the heels of the Tiananmen Square and human rights stuff, one of the coolest things we got involved in was we actually got President [Richard] Nixon and President Ford to help lobby for us on that. I wrote President Nixon this great note after, thanking him for what he'd done. President Ford remembered who I was, but with Nixon I said, You don't know who I am, but I have this job that I do that so-and-so did for you. And I got this wonderful note back from Nixon talking about how wonderful it was to kind of be back in the flow of things because we got him to make some great phone calls that helped in the lobbying process. So that was kind of one of those things where the power of the presidency and the power—Nixon can't be questioned on China, or couldn't be questioned on China very authoritatively, just like Bush could not be because he was there—because Nixon put him there."
You can read these and other George H.W. Bush Oral History Project interviews in their entirely at http://millercenter.org/president/bush/oralhistory.


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What was the last purchase you made?
We've got some friends coming in this weekend so I stocked the fridge with food and beer.
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On the way home from work yesterday -Milk (we were out) and a frozen pizza for dinner.
Veggie combo pizza (no cheese, add garlic) from the joint across the street. They do nice work. (Last non-food purchases were anniversary/Valentine gifts for my wife.)
Small bean salad thing from the Union South deli for lunch yesterday. Jude bought me a croissant this morning, though, because he is still best pony.
Just back from the local farmer's market -- bread (baguette) tomatoes and green onions this week. Am about to make a major purchase, though: after two years of using a $50 toaster oven, I'm replacing the regular oven this week.
Will also be buying wine and general groceries today. In that order. Priorities.
Got a couple skeins of regionally produced yarn yesterday and needles to match. Now, I have to get card stock to make a card - a friend who wants to learn to knit is getting lessons and provisions as a birthday present.
Headed to Nashville in a bit to do our monthly "groceries you can't buy in the armpit of Kentucky" run. Will make a brief stopover in St. Elmo, KY for some local bourbon and rum from MB Roland Distillery.
Preparing for the zombie apocy-lips?
well, i did a sad estate sale. the crimes of the 70's on a nice 1920's house. lets see. i paid $7.80. i got a nice thick glass voltive holder, a ceramic tiki toothpick holder, a vibtage russian hand pained kohlkoma spoon w/ a long handle, a cat book , + a framed priitive print of an obese cat in a bathtub. keep the voltive holder, cat bok for mom, the rest try + ebay. did i mention the cat pee smell? that you don't find at the mall.
Today I bought laundry detergent.
Not very exciting.
It's the annual 20% off bag sale at Ace Hardware and I got, as I always do this time of year, the filters for our humidifier.
My life sucks.
eyes and eyelids and a nose to repair a stuffed toy. They're not here yet....
Last non-food purchase was some cleaning wipes and a plastic drain thing for the sink.
About to make major purchase of a new office chair to replace one bought in 1994. I've looked at the local Staples and almost all the chairs are black and very office-looking. The chair I'm replacing I bought from Quill and I'll check their web site later today.
Heading out to Dwight's for a plate lunch of barbeque with corn bread and then off to Harbor Freight for some spade tip drill bits to get our kitchen table clear of computers by moving the network routers and Wi-Fi to the attic. While I do miss the NFL, I definitely get a lot more done off-season.
Cat litter for them, because they were giving me the stink eye. A cuke and a tomato for my favorite taboule salad.
Tickets for my best friend and I to go to Dance Flurry in Saratoga Springs where we danced until midnight!!
New hemp wallet. Old one had fallen to bits. I got it off the internet. It should arrive Tuesday.
Besides food...I was a very bad girl at Lush yesterday (Saturday) and right before that a little less bad at the Louisiana Music Factory (involved some stuff for me and Boo and a couple of birthday gifts).
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The latest must-have party game for the Wii brings the thrill of your favorite recreational sports activities right into your living room. Compete head-to-head with celebrity musicians and athletes to see who has got the goods. With intuitive Wiimote controls and a variety of multi-player tournaments, this fun-filled competition separates the celebrities from the wannabes! Celebrity Sports Showdown features 12 amazing games. Each game has been specifically designed with Wii Remote in mind creating an intuitive and effortless feel for controls. Use your Wii Remote to paddle down the rapids in Wild Water Canoeing, scale a wall in Cliff Hangers, and even slam a red-hot dodgeball into your opponent in Arena Dodgeball. Also included in the mix are: Smash Badminton, Beach Volleyball, Curling, Inner Tubing, Slalom Showdown, Air Racers, Rapid-Fire Archery, and Joust Duel.
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Lisa Trigg
The Tribune-Star
Each year in May, the Indiana State Police districts conduct memorial services to honor the memory of those who have died in the line of duty.
On Wednesday, 46 names were read at the District 53 Post at Putnamville as ISP troopers, staff, retirees and supporters paid tribute to those fallen officers.
"It has been said that the strength of the Indiana State Police lies in the character of its people," said Capt. Bob Burke. "You and I will long remember the deeds of our fallen comrades, who were ever mindful of their public trust. They have set the pattern we must follow in the days and years to come. Thus, we who remain do reaffirm our pledge to uphold the ideals and traditions for which they died."
The Putnamville district has had two officers killed in the line of duty.
Sgt. George W. Campbell of Brazil, died June 18, 1969 while he was on assignment at the truck weigh scales near Putnamville. Campbell died of a heart attack during the arrest of a truck driver who had attempted to pass the weigh station.
Sr. Trooper James Patrick Bartram died March 31, 1998 as he was pursuing a speeding vehicle. The trooper attempted to avoid a car that pulled into his path and slid into an oncoming pickup truck. Bartram, along with the driver and passenger of the other vehicle, died in the crash.
The Putnamville district now includes the former Terre Haute district, which had a post located south of Terre Haute from 1956 to 2010.
"We were so fortunate that we did not lose a trooper in that duration," Sgt. Joe Watts said of the former Terre Haute Post.
Wednesday's ceremony was important for the officers who protect the public peace, Watts said.
"It shows the young troopers that the job they do is very important. And it shows that we remember those who have gone before us," he said. "And, respect continues for those officers and their families throughout the Indiana State Police."
Among the retirees attending was Denny Bridges, a 27-year ISP veteran, who now serves on the bench as judge of Putnam Superior Court.
"I've only missed one of these in 34 years," Bridges said. "I come out of respect for the fallen troopers. I knew several of them."
Reporter Lisa Trigg can be reached at 812-231-4254 or firstname.lastname@example.com. Follow her on Twitter @TribStarLisa.


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Happy Memorial Day Weekend, friends! I hope you all are doing something special over this long weekend. Even though it's been pretty chilly outside, I'd love to be at the beach with what seems like the rest of America. I guess I've had my fair share of relaxing these past few weeks after finishing school, … Continue reading
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Broad Street Run and Cottage Cheese Quesadillas
Hello, hello! I hope everyone had a wonderful Easter weekend. Mine was nothing out of the ordinary…class, work, study. Today's post is kind of all over the place, but I guess I have random things to share! Okay, I know these are enough selfies for the rest of the year, but I finally got a haircut. … Continue reading
Roll 'n' Roll Half Marathon Recap
Good morning! I was flipping through my calendar this past weekend and couldn't help but notice that I only have four weeks of class left! Where has the time gone? It feels like the semester just started. Of course I'm excited that I'm almost finished with classes, but that just means I'm getting closer to … Continue reading
I Did It!!!
I can't believe I ran over 13 miles! I will do a full recap as soon as this crazy week is over. Have a wonderful week!
Good morning! I arrived back in the City of Brotherly Love Saturday evening to get settled before going back to work and school this week. I had such a blast spending time with everyone at home. Why does time have to fly when you're having fun?! Luckily, I'll get to see my parents and some … Continue reading
A Weekend of Reunions
Good morning from Maryland! After my class on Saturday morning, I packed up my bags and headed home for the week. I immediately headed to my friend, TJ's house, where I finally got to see Josh after two long months! It was quite the reunion! We had a special double date night at Fogo de … Continue reading
WIAW: Favorite Combos
Oh, hello there! Seriously, my inner blogger was no where to be found for the past few weeks, but I'm back boys and girls! It's been harder than ever trying to balance school, work, MCAT prep, food prep, and the gym. I just keep telling myself only a few more months before my glide year. … Continue reading
About Time Protein Review & Giveaway
Oh hey, remember me?! I can't believe it's been two weeks since I've posted, but it has been a little crazy getting back into the swing of the semester. Hopefully, I can squeeze in some time to post every few days again. I have an exciting giveaway for you guys today!! A few weeks ago, … Continue reading
WIAW: Lemon Poppyseed Greek Yogurt
Happy 27th birthday to the best big sister, Ina! I love you!! ~~~~~ I'm back for another round of What I Ate Wednesday hosted by the lovely Jen! I didn't eat super clean this past weekend because my sister, parents, and friends were in town. My sister and I may have overdosed on HipCityVeg, and … Continue reading