text: DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- One of the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tours drivers to watch on a race-by-race basis just a handful of years ago, Jimmy Blewett has rededicated himself to the sport and is returning to form in 2012. Following a rainout last week at Riverhead (N.Y.) Raceway, the Whelen Modified Tour will return to action with the Stafford 150 at Stafford (Conn.) Motor Speedway on Friday, Aug. 3. This weeks event will provide the next opportunity for Blewett, from Howell, N.J., to continue his comeback. Blewett known as Showtime won the Stafford 150 in 2008, and returned to Victory Lane there in the May 2009 race. Those are the last of his five career Whelen Modified Tour wins, the later coming a span of 27 starts ago. Blewett stepped away from the sport as a full-time driver midway through the 2009 season to start a family and assist with the family business. In 2010-11 he competed in 16 of 30 events between the No. 14 modified of Richard Barney and his own No. 76 team. Of those 16 races, half saw Blewett not able to finish the race due to mechanical failure or accidents. He was in contention to win just twice, the May Stafford race and the September New Hampshire event, both in 2010. The 14 car, they had real good equipment and I felt like they had everything they needed to get the job done, the chemistry just wasnt there, Blewett said. We had a couple really strong finishes, we almost won a couple really big races things just werent working out. Me and the Barney family, were still great friends, and they understood that I just wanted to step aside and kind of do my own thing. The return to the Whelen Modified Tour on a full-time basis in 2012 has been a turning of the page for Blewett. Through the seasons first six races hes posted an average finish of 10th with two top fives, and has finished on the lead lap all but one outing. Blewetts previous career-best points finish was eighth in 2007. He ranks fifth so far this year. While he hasnt yet contended for a checkered flag, the reinvigorated Blewett is excited about how the team is running, even with a couple of incidents in recent races. We started off really strong this year, and I felt like we were heading in the right direction, Blewett said. You dont make your own luck, whoever said that was crazy. A little bit of bad luck is no big deal. At least I know I had a top-10 car every time we hit the race track this year. To see what weve done so far this year Im really proud of my team. Blewetts improved performance on the track actually started this past offseason when the soon-to-be 32-year-old rededicated himself to physical fitness. He lost nearly 80 pounds and now feels much better conditioned to get behind the wheel of his No. 76 John Blewett Incorporated/Ling Trucking Chevrolet. Added responsibility has also changed Blewetts focus, he now maintains his own cars and is involved in all facets of the team operation, including driving the hauler to the race track. I had to build up enough courage to take on my own role, Blewett said. There are not many people that do everything on their team. I make the decisions for the most part, its overlooked by my grandfather, but he let me step up to the plate and make the decisions. Blewett looks toward this weeks Stafford 150 as a potential opportunity to get back to Victory Lane and end the longest drought of his career. He finished fifth and ninth in the first two Stafford events this year. This time around hell have Ed Bennett as his crew chief, a change that was made since the Whelen Modified Tours last race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. I feel like Stafford has always been one of my strong points, Blewett said. Weve got good power, a really good team, and hopefully Ed Bennett is the missing piece of the puzzle that we needed. Ill keep my fingers crossed and keep driving as hard as I can. RACE: Stafford 150PLACE: Stafford (Conn.) Motor SpeedwayDATE: Friday, Aug. 3TIME: 9:15 p.m. ETTRACK LAYOUT: .5-milesemi-banked asphalt oval2011 WINNER: Ted Christopher2011 POLESITTER: Doug CobyEVENT SCHEDULE: Practice 2:30-3:30 p.m., Qualifying 6 p.m., Driver Autograph Session 7:30-8 p.m.TRACK CONTACT: Scott Running, (860) 684-2783, firstname.lastname@example.com TWITTER: @StaffordSpeedwyEVENT HASHTAG: #Stafford150NASCAR CONTACT: Jason Cunningham, 704-201-6658, email@example.com, Twitter: @NASCAR_NEIf photographs or graphics are needed for the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour, please contact Jason Cunningham. FAST FACTSThe Race: The 22nd Annual Stafford 150 will mark the midway point of the 2012 schedule, and the third of four events this season at Stafford Motor Speedway. The Procedure: The starting field is 31 cars, including provisionals. The first 26 cars will have secured starting positions based on two-lap qualifying. The remaining five spots will be awarded through the provisional process. The race is scheduled for 150 laps (75 miles) and the race tire change rule is three tires, any position. The Track: A half-mile, slightly-banked oval, Stafford originated as a horse racing track in the 1870s. After seven decades as a horse track, the dirt oval started holding automobile races following World War II. Stafford became a NASCAR track in 1959 and was paved for the first time in 1967. Race Winners: There have been 31 different race winners at Stafford all-time, led by Mike Stefaniks 20 victories. Ted Christopher won this race last year while Doug Coby has taken the checkered flag in this seasons first two events at the track. Pole Winners: There have been 40 different pole winners at Stafford, led by Stefaniks 17. Coby earned the pole for this event in 2011. Ryan Preece set the track qualifying record in the first race there this year, the Spring Sizzler, at 17.924 seconds (100.424 mph) and Bobby Santos was the pole winner in the second event this year. STAFFORD RACE NOTESChristopher to Compete in Stafford 150: Defending Stafford 150 winner Ted Christopher will enter this weeks race at Stafford Motor Speedway in the No. 00 Chevrolet owned by Joe Brady. Christopher has competed for Eddie Whelan in the No. 36 since mid-2006, but the team recently ceased operations. Christopher has won five of 11 NASCAR Whelen Southern Modified Tour races in which hes teamed with Brady, and had a number of starts in the car in Whelen Modified Tour action prior to 2001. Christopher is Staffords all-time wins leader across all divisions and series with 118, and has 12 wins and 42 top 10s in 78 career Whelen Modified Tour starts at the half mile. Rocco Injured: A 42-time winner in NASCAR Whelen All-American Series action at Stafford, leading Whelen Modified Tour Sunoco Rookie of the Year contender Keith Rocco sustained a broken and dislocated wrist in a crash at Thompson International Speedway on Sunday, July 29 in NWAAS Sunoco Modified practice. His status for the Stafford 150 and Staffords SK Modified race this Friday is to be determined. Coby Looks to Continue Stafford Surge: Doug Coby has had the car to beat at Stafford in 2012. The season points leader won both of the tours previous appearances at Stafford this season, and will look to become the first driver to win three races in a row at the track since Christopher nabbed four-consecutive checkered flags in 2001-02. Since joining forces with car owner Wayne Darling, Coby has posted five top 10s in six races at the track. Santos Back for Stafford: 2010 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Champion Bobby Santos will attempt to make just his fourth start of the season in the Stafford 150. A two-time winner at Stafford, Santos earned the pole for the TSI Harley-Davidson 125 at the half mile in May and led the first 117 circuits before settling for a runner-up finish to Coby. Pitkat Making the Most of Part-Time Opportunities: After a mostly full-time slate from 2009-11, Woody Pitkats schedule has been dialed back this season with his new team, the No. 11 owned by John Lukosavage. Pitkat has made the most of his opportunities, however, with three top 10s in four races, and a tour-best start-to-finish average improvement of plus-10 positions. Pitkat has 61 career NASCAR Whelen All-American Series wins at Stafford, and will look for that success to pay off with his first Whelen Modified Tour win at his home track. HOME TRACKS: Rocco Once Again Leads ConnecticutThe four-time defending Connecticut State NASCAR Whelen All-American Series Champion Keith Rocco once again leads the way as the 2012 season nears the backstretch. As of the latest national points standings update on July 24, Rocco held a lead of 680-554 on Ryan Preece, the defending track champion at Stafford Motor Speedway. Running at Stafford, Thompson International Speedway and Waterford Speedbowl, Rocco had compiled 10 wins in 30 starts. Preeces six wins were earned in 20 starts while Ted Christopher, who ranks third in the Nutmeg State standings at 539 points, had five wins in 19 starts. On Friday, July 27, Rocco and Christopher were victorious in separate 75-lap features at Stafford to bolster their numbers for next weeks national points update. Following his win at Stafford, Rocco was injured in Whelen All-American Series practice at Thompson on Sunday, July 29, and his status for this week is currently uncertain. LAST TIME OUT: RiverheadThe NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour was to compete at Riverhead (N.Y.) Raceway on Saturday, July 28, but the event was postponed due to rain. The Riverhead 200 will now be contested on Saturday, Sept. 15. NEXT TIME OUT: ThompsonThe NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour will head to Thompson International Speedway for the second of four events at Big T this year with the Budweiser King of Beers 150 on Thursday, Aug. 9. Ted Christopher earned the pole for this event last year and came from the rear of the field on multiple occasions in one of the most exciting events of 2011. Ron Silk was victorious in this seasons first event at Thompson, the Icebreaker, on April 15. The tour will join Thompsons six divisions of NASCAR Whelen All-American Series competition on the Aug. 9 race card.


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Proving again that there is no shortage of NIMBYism here, residents of West Pasadena who feel beleaguered by traffic, noise and other issues associated with activities at the Rose Bowl have twice this month made the news by taking drastic steps in hopes of preventing the use of the stadium — on a temporary basis — by an NFL team.
The recent protests began in earnest in November when the City Council voted 7 to 1 to increase the number of events allowed at the Rose Bowl from the current 12 a year to 25. The reason? To give an NFL team a home while a permanent stadium gets built elsewhere, assuming that a football team ever decides to make a home in Los Angeles.
Earlier this month a lawsuit seeking to overturn the November decision was filed by the Linda Vista – Annandale Assn., San Rafael Neighborhood Assn., Coalition for Preservation of the Arroyo and the East Arroyo Neighborhood Protection Committee. Days later, a recall petition began circulating against the West Pasadena representative on the City Council, Steve Madison.
We believe the council majority, including Madison, did its fiduciary duty in approving the ordinance. It would not have been responsible for the city to turn away the estimated $5 million to $10 million that could be generated for the venerable stadium, as well as the potential boost to local businesses, if an NFL contract can indeed be inked.
Pasadena does not revolve around the people in Madison's district. There are overriding considerations that make his vote in favor of the ordinance appropriate for the city as a whole. A recall petition for his seat is a dispiriting distraction and a waste of time.


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You may have already deduced this in light of the complete absence of marketing for the game in recent months, but CVG report that long-in-development-hell, ex-Midway game This Is Vegas has finally been put out of its misery.
When Warner Bros. snapped up ailing publisher/developer Midway
When you don't hear about a game for months, you start to presume the worst. Like, that it's been cancelled. We haven't heard about This is Vegas for months, so has it been cancelled? Surprisingly, no, it has not.
Mortal Kombat, This Is Vegas and the Midway trademark, as of today, are owned by Warner Bros., with the media conglomerate having completed the purchase of "substantially all of the assets" of the Chicago headquartered company.
Color is your friend - or so we've heard. But color is totally BFFs with Midway's This Is Vegas, a game we doubt will ever be brushed off by the gaming set for its tendency to dip too much into the browner portions of the spectrum. This Is Vegas has more color per pixel than, well, just about any PlayStation 3 or Xbox…


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We know that technology carries with it all manner of problems, but one of our biggest pickles tends to slip right by us.
We're already un-free.
So argues Tim Wu, law professor, author of The Master Switch and recent appointee to the Federal Trade Commission. In the face of corporate control of the Internet, Wu's concept of "network neutrality" – the notion that networks should be equally accessible by the people using them, and that the people who own the pipes can't place restrictions on access to it or on the content that passes through it – has sparked a brewing war over the future of communication.
It's tempting to think of the Internet as an open marketplace of ideas, a place where any link has as much a chance of success as any other. But the Web is only a modern update on the information conduits before it. Be it the signal networks of the telegraph or the radio, the telephone or the television, or the physical networks of skyways or railways or shipping routes or roads, or the linguistic networks of words and grammar, no medium arrives ex nihilo¬, unstructured or unbiased. When the variants of the modern Internet were born, they were more like public utlitities, established by funding from the military (ARPANET) or the academy (CERN's World Wide Web). It's tempting to wonder about where we might be today if Mark Zuckerberg had invented the Web.
But increasingly it doesn't take much imagination: Facebook is already the primary layer of the internet for millions of young and persuadable web users. Chances are they're accessing it through a smartphone outfitted with a proprietary operating system, like the iPhone: another layer. In the supposedly free marketplace of ideas of the Internet, the invisible hand has been replaced by an upper hand. Whose is it, and what does it want?
It would be foolish to assume that anything is unbiased, that anyone can operate without some conflict of interest. The problem now, as our tools become ever more essential to everyday life, ever more pervasive, and ever more complex, is being able to even detect those biases.
But here's another conundrum to punch into your question-answering sites: do we even care about this? As long as we're able to make our cheap phone calls, send our free emails, watch our free videos, and get our free content, why should we bother? Why regulate for "network neutrality" if the system works fine the way it is?
The question is hard to answer because we don't have a way of calculating how much "free" really costs. And, as Wu argues, as much as we like to talk about freedom, we also really like other things like convenience, speed, and comfort. Our technologies and the companies that make them are really good at providing the latter. It's not so clear, he says, where the former fits in.
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When you make your peace with authority, you become authority.
I'm interested in anything about revolt, disorder, chaos, especially activity that appears to have no meaning. It seems to me to be the road toward freedom.
I am interested in anything about revolt, disorder , chaos-especially activity that seems to have no meaning. It seems to me to be the road toward freedom... Rather than starting inside, I start outside and reach the mental through the physical.
I like ideas about the breaking away or overthrowing of established order. I am interested in anything about revolt, disorder, chaos, especially activity that seems to have no meaning. It seems to me to be the road towards freedom - external freedom is a way to bring about internal freedom.
Friends can help each other. A true friend is someone who lets you have total freedom to be yourself - and especially to feel. Or, not feel. Whatever you happen to be feeling at the moment is fine with them. That's what real love amounts to - letting a person be what he really is.
The most loving parents and relatives commit murder with smiles on their faces. They force us to destroy the person we really are: a subtle kind of murder.
Los Angeles is a city looking for a ritual to join its fragments, and The Doors are looking for such a ritual also. A kind of electric wedding. We hide ourselves in the music to reveal ourselves.
Hatred is a very underestimated emotion.
Let's just say I was testing the bounds of reality. I was curious to see what would happen. That's all it was: curiosity
A hero is someone who rebels or seems to rebel against the facts of existence and seems to conquer them. Obviously that can only work at moments. It can't be a lasting thing. That's not saying that people shouldn't keep trying to rebel against the facts of existence. Someday, who knows, we might conquer death, disease and war.
It's like gambling somehow. You go out for a night of drinking and you don't know where your going to end up the next day. It could work out good or it could be disastrous. It's like the throw of the dice.
Violence isn't always evil. What's evil is the infatuation with violence.
We fear violence less than our own feelings. Personal, private, solitary pain is more terrifying than what anyone else can inflict.
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Author Lesley A. Anderson finds an entertaining tool to provide children a better understanding and wisdom about their skin color through her book, Black and White Make Gray... But I'm Not an Elephant. While children could be very inquisitive about the origin of their skin color-some of them would ask more questions; especially, when they do not resemble their parents' skin-this book can be the best way to explain to them the situation.
This charming book combines creative school activity, parent-child bonding, and self discovery together to create an opportunity for young readers to explore themselves and their skin color. Here, they will find the story of Lesley, who is excited to share with her mother that she had fun playing with paint and mixing different colors at school. She reveals her excitement when she discovers a new color from combining two different ones. However, when she combined black and white, she made gray. This discovery begins to stir her mind and asks many questions to her mother about her own skin color. Will her mother be able to give her an explanation that will enlighten her?
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Posted this over in the Mac OS X section too- sorry for the cross-post, seems to belong here better?!:
So I got the duel-adapter expresscard -> pcmcia adapter "operational" on the lenovo s10 under winxp. This "temporarily fixes" the "code 12" problem for the duel-adapter- doesn't last past reboot, & there's no available hibernation or standby as a result.
its ugly, nasty, not practical, has issues - but might help to bootstrap into a better solution? I've done it successfully four times.
Only attempt this if you understand the entire process, keep your system backup discs handy if something goes wrong.
Before you begin, back up anything you care about on the box. Also, get the video drivers ("intel graphics media accellerator driver installer") from the lenovo support downloads - have to manually re-run this install to get your display nice again later.
I presume you've installed duel-adaptor to the point where you get the "Code 12". This is what I did - does it work for anybody else out there, got an easier/better way? Please share:
1. Put the duel-adapter "recessed switch" into the "A" setting (mac)
2. Plug in your PCMCIA card to the adapter dongle, plug the duel-adaptor into the s10 express slot.
3. Turn on the s10 - the power-on self-test will complain as:
Resource Conflict - PCI on Motherboard
Bus:04, Device:00, Function:00
Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to Setup
Press F1 & boot into winxp.
4. Verify the code 12 error on the Device Manager, PCMCIA Adapter->"Generic Cardbus Controller"
5. From winxp device manager: expand + system devices, right-click on PCI Bus, select "uninstall". Click OK on the "Confirm Device Removal" popup.
6. Wait for a minute or so- you'll hear a few 'disconnect' sounds & stuff may disappear from the system devices list- as the non-essential PCI Bus & descendents are uninstalled.
At least once, I saw a pop-up appear stating that some descendents will not be removed, as they are important to reboot.
7. if prompted ("Systems Settings Changed- do you want to restart?"): *** DO NOT REBOOT ***
8. Pull the duel-adapter card out, wait a few seconds, then plug the duel-adapter back in - this will start a cascade of "Found New Hardware" discoveries. When the cascade finishes, there should be a "PCMCIA adapters" type, which should have "Generic Cardbus Controller" operational, now out of code 12.
9. if prompted: *** DO NOT REBOOT ***
A slew of problems w/ this approach: you get 'reinstalled' device entries (as in "ThisDevice #5"- annoying for the norton/symantec 'miniport' binding to each adapter instance, etc.), video drivers aren't refound (have to manually run the intel graphics media accellerator driver installer), etc.
On your next reboot, you'll immediately go through another cascade of "Found New Hardware" - cancel out of the video driver installs (use the lenovo video driver install package to get that right). After this discovery completes, you can then again "Uninstall the PCI Bus, wait for uninstall to complete, say no to reboot, pull the duel-adapter, wait, reinsert duel-adapter, wait, say no to reboot" -- to get the adapter working again.
Appears this re-initializes the pci hardware such that the duel-adapter "resolves conflict" w/ motherboard PCI hardware.
Process does not work consistently for me unless the duel-adapter is present @ power-on self-test to cause that F1-able ERROR mentioned above.
Once you get out of the code 12 state, you can remove the duel-adapter & plug it back in w/o trouble, until next reboot.
This works w/ a digigram vxpocket v2 pcmcia audio card in the duel adapter, haven't tried anything else yet.
Anybody got a better way, other insights? Any chance somebody from the lenovo-(bios?)-team might be able to fix this? Help?!


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So, we're trying really hard to not take part in beating the dead horse here. We don't want to implement any zombies, or otherwise inexplicable entities, as we feel that the threat of starvation, dehydration, and straight-up coldblooded murder is enough. We'd really like to center this game on survival aspects as opposed to an overarching goal. Now I realize that for some of you that's a turn off; I know that there are a lot of people who need a primary objective to keep them going, and so we do have a background, and storyline written, and mapped, so you needn't worry about that. The gist of the story is that a deadly virus swept through the world on February 5, 2013 (tomorrow), and killed off nearly everybody. But for some (inexplicable) reason, the virus didn't affect individuals with cancerous cells, and in some cases, in fact, the virus may have sped the healing process of the body, or completely relieved some cancer victims of their ailment entirely. Fast forward 50 years...here we are. Our "protagonists", if you will, find themselves in Canada. The weather is cold, it is miserable, and it is inhospitable for most. Mainly those who haven't become accustomed to such an environment. But our protagonists have been here for around 13 or so years, just trying to salvage what they can, and hopefully reestablish civilization. At first it felt as though they were grasping at straws, chasing a pipe dream, but that all changed when 2 emaciated cows were found not far from the chosen campsite. The next few months were spent nurturing the cows, using the female for milk in the later stages of its health. During this time, our protagonists may have erected a fence, or some kind of barrier around their camp, and have effectively defended it from marauders. The years after that were spent growing crops, and breeding cows for the slaughter. This group of 20-or-so people have finally erected a community, a society, a place to call...home. Until, finally, someone accidentally switches the CD player to its radio setting, and they arbitrarily catch a broadcast. The language is unfamiliar to them, but they're certain that it's Portuguese, or Hispanic of some sort. After months of struggling to figure out what it says, the broadcast finally provides an English rendition; "We are across the water from Logo Anibal Pinto." They give coordinates. "We have food, and water that we've estimated to last at least another 100 years. There is only 11 of us here. We are armed, but we only hope to repopulate." The message repeats. An intense argument ensues, and lasts for another month. In the end? Only 5 of the community members have decided to go. This is their story.
We hope to implement 3 factions: a religious cult that blames the plague on the sins of humanity, and they've made it their duty to "cleanse" the land of any and all sinners. Their leader, a man named Richard Faulkner, is believed to be Jesus' second coming.
The second faction would be pretty much just a band of raiders, alliance non-specific. You can either travel together, travel in pairs, or travel as a group. This isn't exactly a faction, but rather a character archetype, albeit an important one.
And finally, we have the military's remains. These are the 70-some-odd-year-old men who have rallied the younger men together to "restore America to its former glory."


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Active Standard ASTM D5433 Developed by Subcommittee: D13.63 |Book of Standards Volume: 07.02
Upon mutual agreement between the purchaser and the supplier, woven or knitted products intended for this end use should meet all of the requirements listed in Table 1 of this specification for terry products and Table 2 for non terry products.
It is recognized that for purposes of fashion or aesthetics the ultimate consumer of articles made from these fabrics may find acceptable products that do not conform to all of the requirements in Table 1 or Table 2. Therefore, one or more of the requirements listed in Table 1 or Table 2 may be modified by mutual agreement between the purchaser and the seller.
In such cases, any references to the specification shall specify that: This product meets ASTM Specification 63-707 except for the following characteristic(s).
Where no prepurchase agreement has been reached between the purchaser and the supplier, and in case of controversy, the requirements listed in Table 1 or Table 2 are intended to be used as a guide only. As noted in 5.2, ultimate consumer demands dictate varying performance parameters for any particular style.
The significance and use of particular properties and test methods are discussed in the appropriate sections of the specified test methods.
1. Scope
1.1 This specification covers the evaluation of specific performance characteristics of importance in woven and knitted kitchen towel, dishcloth, crash towel, huck towel, washcloth, hand towel, bath towel, and bath sheet products for use in institutional and household environments.
1.2 This specification may be used by mutual agreement between the purchaser and the supplier to establish purchasing specification requirements.
1.3 The requirements in Tables 1 and 2 apply to the length and width directions for those properties where fabric direction is pertinent.
1.4 This specification is not applicable for coated and laminated products, nonwoven products, or terry fabrics used for apparel.
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
TABLE 1 Woven or Knitted Terry Fabric Specification Requirements
A Class for color change and color transfer is based on a numerical scale of 5 for negligible or no color change or color transfer to 1 for severe color change or color transfer. The numerical rating in Table 1 or higher is acceptable.
B AATCC Gray Scale for Color Change.
C AATCC Gray Scale for Staining.
D AATCC 9-Step Chromatic Transference Scale.
TABLE 2 Non Terry Fabric Requirements
bath products; household; institutional; kitchen products; toweling;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 97.160 (Home textiles. Linen)
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gratitude goes to you my reader for making me relevant since I opened T.S.R.
While still inhaling the same air of gratitude, I have to meet my side of the
bargain and do the long awaited Q&A article meant to demystify me. I must
put it on record that I had to divide it into three sections: General, Personal
and Bedroom oriented segment which I
had to append a PG Rating on (Kindly make sure you are 21 or older, I don't
want to be accused of eroding minds of these young zega boys) This being the
End of month I will do a double treat and even serve you the usual music.
click play then go through the interview questions.
1. I recently visited a straight pal (who
has become good pals with my beau in recent times) for a sleep over, when we were
in bed, he started touching me. I assumed but some minutes later I felt his
stiff rod touching me. I didn't want to 'sin' b'coz I have a Bf, so I moved
from bed to the couch. In the morning we couldn't even talk. We were both shy.
Was my move right? Would I have just fu*ked with him and got it over with?
Cole: Let me get this
right: Straight what? Hello, dick alert! dick alert!
I commend your boss mentality and taking charge of the situation (Most of us
would have gladly received it). It was a great move and if he's allegedly
straight, maybe he was just undergoing one of those dry spells. These things
used to happen in school you know. You earned that guy's respect and it will
hang on for a while.
2. I have been dating this guy for almost 2
years now but in October last year, I discovered he was cheating. I have
declined sleeping with him since then. We are still tight despite that. I doubt
whether he sleeps with other boys…I even know his HIV status since we went
to the VCT together but I'm still not ready to do it even if protected. He
loves and respects that. I'm worried I'm pushing him to look for other hotties,
Am I?
Cole: Pretty, I'll be
very honest with you. Your jerk boyfriend
is like a bottle of sour milk in the fridge. You don't keep going back and
tasting the milk to see if it's better; why do you think that if you give him
enough chances, he'll magically become a nice guy? Get Blu Cantrell's Hit 'em
up style Asap. Falling off a bike is an accident but falling into man pussy?
Avoid doing what pretty boys do al the time: Making excuses for a man.
3. Anonymous: My Bf hasn't
been so available of late. He says he's busy, doesn't text me anymore or returns my call a day later etc. What do you think I should
Cole: I'll be very
direct with you on this. Dump him before he does it! The moment a man changes his
behavior or routine, it is better to accept that you are past your sell by
date. He's being distracted by someone new. Are you forgetting that men always
create time for the things they like?
4. Tomy: What advice do
you have for guys who no longer seem to just have the passion?
Cole: Just like the
previous guy I'll tell you something you may be familiar with: Put them in a
spot where they have no place to go and they will die before fleeing.
5. Who is Cole Mutahi and what inspires
Cole: Superbly Matured. Since 1986.Young, fresh, urbanite and with a penchant for saying it as it is, CM is a legal mind and ICT enthusiast. He is also a good purveyor of minds having had a stint in psychology. He writes on gay men, well being and mental wellness. He is a life coach, motivation speaker and aspiring psychoanalyst. Succinctly put, he's a little bit of everything all rolled into one. On inspiration, let me just say People do motivate me.
Cole: Superbly Matured. Since 1986.Young, fresh, urbanite and with a penchant for saying it as it is, CM is a legal mind and ICT enthusiast. He is also a good purveyor of minds having had a stint in psychology. He writes on gay men, well being and mental wellness. He is a life coach, motivation speaker and aspiring psychoanalyst. Succinctly put, he's a little bit of everything all rolled into one. On inspiration, let me just say People do motivate me.
6. Relationships especially gay ones are
for losers: People who have reached the irreplaceable maximum. For them, its
either I go with this fellow or am doomed. That has always been our view (you
and I so to speak). Do you believe in Gay relationships? If yes, what
constitutes a solid R/ship? If not, what is the best way to live a gay life?
Cole: Wow. Wait I
know I'm such an opinionated bitch but since when did I maintain such a
barbaric view? Contrary to popular opinion, I do believe in that emotionally
co-dependent shitstorm you call relationship. To make it work, put all your
weight behind it and keep people off your sh*t. Never be the one who easily walks away unless it's really justifiable,also remember when
someone treats you like an option, help them narrow their choices by removing
yourself from the equation. It's that simple.
7. When do you get married? To a man or woman? Are you planning to have kids in the future? How many and why?
7. When do you get married? To a man or woman? Are you planning to have kids in the future? How many and why?
Cole: I haven't given
it a thought really. Who gets married nowadays? Maybe I'll consider a union of
convenience with a likeminded lady (I'm in a country where it is still taboo to rule
out womenfolk entirely) Kids? At the moment, I just don't like those little
devils being all over my business. Luckily enough I'm an only child who's
orphaned. The usual family pressure many gay men experience won't be much.
8. What do you intend to achieve in the
next 2 years especially as a columnist with Identity magazine and a blogger. Do
you mix your social life with your full time career?
Cole: Identity has
been reinventing under the capable leadership of Denis. I can't close my eyes
to the fact that without ID, T.S.R may have not picked up that much. Once the
monthly issues resume, I hope to make it big, maybe become a resident debutante
in matters zega? T.S.R is still a past time activity for me. Who knows, maybe
it may be the next Huffingpost in Africa? My
social life and my career which you are privy to how sensitive it is are totally
different. I'm the one person who's been on record in the office saying being
my colleague doesn't necessarily make you my friend. I try as much as I can to
divorce the two.
9. What do you do for work? I know you have
told me in the past the nature of your job is...blah blah.
Cole: I'm a fulltime legal assistant but currently I'm into administration.I also have side hustles: Having majored in ICT I am a consultant with strengths on Internet security. It is what I do on my free time. I also moonlight a lot for Aphiaplus (NAIROBI-COAST) mostly during my weekends courtesy of a meaningful contact.I definitely live beyond my means but I still survive.
10. Do you see yourself ever settling
down with a man? The suburbia sort of life?
Cole: Maybe. I don't
know. It's a cruel world out here. So
long as rings aren't involved, I'd definitely love to wake up next to a man I
adore every morning. Oh my gay…what did I just say? At the moment I'd just say I'd rather hear my dog
bark at a crow than a man swear he loves me!
11. Are u Gay, Bi etc?
Cole: I'm very gay as
they come girl. My loyalties only lie with the guys. Ladies I treasure them as
they are!
12. Do you intend to ever come out, to everyone? If not, why?
12. Do you intend to ever come out, to everyone? If not, why?
I'm at a pretty comfortable place at the
moment. Kind of complacent you know. If the truth will hurt the powers that be,
then they are better off with a warranted lie.
13. Are u into make up?
No. I'm pretty natural though I treasure
good grooming. Wait, why did you ask that? Girl if you want to gift me I'll be
more than thankful.
14. What's your level of education?
Cole: I'm Undergrad
with a few professional qualifications here and there. The problem is that I
use none of those in my current Job description. I hope to pursue my MSc. once
I'm ready and I have the requisite gear. Good luck in your papers and my warm regards to your beau.
15. Is Cole Mutahi your name?
Cole: For purposes of
this article, Yes.
16. Is Cole as complicated as his
Cole: I'm naturally shy
and don't talk much. You have to divorce that bitch on TSR and the real thing!
17. Yeah right. Is Cole a geek who
wears glasses?
Cole: Yeah, I do
have those geek spectacles you see in my animated picture in addition to 2
other pairs of glasses. All have the same prescription. Remind me to carry them
the day you will be interviewing me on your blog.
18. Does Cole call his friends
Cole: For guys I will
always say guy friend but for the ladies, what's wrong with that?
19. Victor: What's the biggest
drama that you caused in a public place?
Cole: Not much
really. Just some bad day I went out for lunch and the lady waiter ignored me
for a long time and was serving people who had come after me. I was so irritated. I motioned
her to come over but she instead started seeking instructions from the other
table. I raised my voice and told her not to make me buy that place just to fire her. Everyone within the perimeter stared at me perplexed. I was finally served
with her supervisor. But since I dated a guy who told me he had been a waiter in
another life and explained to me their challenges, I stopped such drama at restaurants.
20. Kamal: What's the
meaning of the two paws tattoo on your left wrist?
Cole: Oh, the babies? I consider myself
a work in progress. I take steps in life to get to what and where
I want. In life, you always have to be on the move.
21. J.Warui: I have visited
TSR. Where do you get all these stories?
Cole: As I said
earlier, people inspire me. Every guy I meet or interact with in the zega scene is a
potential story in TSR.
22. Luke: What are some of
the cherished moments/things a guy did for you?
Cole: Aww, I can
write a book on this. Let me just note the few: Was meeting this guy for lunch
in some public restaurant in the city center, he pulled a seat for me. Who does
that! Then there is when the trophy boyfriend seriously offered to hold my hand as we
crossed the road (chuckle); remember that guy who was significantly younger than me? (He still thinks I'm a year his junior)He once tucked me in bed to sleep before he left and we never even had anything!I never felt so valued and warm in my own abode (Wiping a tear with the tail end of Sasha's borrowed Brazilian weave lest I spoil the mascara); late last month there is the guy who kept making fun of me b'coz the security guys at Club Bettyz (which is too stuffy anyway) maintained I was underage even after I'd shown them my ID. He made it up to me forthwith and the next time I was in an upmarket den of sin. God knows what my pastor would do if he found me here! and the recent one is a guy getting me a painting
slightly over $180. I have never even thought of getting myself any painting.
He ought to have given me that money (laughs). Then I can't forget Sam who got me the man
purse and branded socks from his visit abroad and I never needed to pay for it in kind
23. Trevor: Why do you play
hard to get?
Cole: Honey, I am hard
to get.
24. Trevor: I still maintain
you are difficult to please.
Cole: I'm not difficult
to please; I'm just not easily impressed.
25. Kelvin: What do you look
for in a guy?
Cole: Hmm…you
just couldn't help it.
Of course the tall, dark and handsome qualities are constant. Wait, that
part doesn't apply entirely. My crush is of Arab descent and I just don't date
brief people though I hear that the shorter the monkey, the longer the
tail. He's also got to be really
confident, intelligent, funny, a gentleman, sensitive, sweet and above all a friend, oh and no riff-raff. So far I'm privileged not to have
a boyfriend.
26. Kelvin: So, are you
single? Be honest.
Cole: I'm veeeeeeeeeery
single but not entirely available.
27. Ali: Three things
most people don't know about you?
Cole: Oh, I don't drink beer or
spirits. Maybe half a glass of wine while in social trysts. I'm a fan of the violin and starting
Violin classes soon and lastly I'm not an uptown kid.
28. Hector: What makes you
relevant and consistent Cole? And what makes you have a balanced view on the
Cole: Wow, love your name Hector. It
has royal connotations just so you know. I do
not have a gym membership, a husband, or any magazine subscription. I've never
been to those high end clothes shops. I refuse to talk on the phone and drive.
I see my texts three or four hours later. Last time I checked, I'm one of the happiest pretty boys I
know. On the balanced view of the scene: When you grow up, people take everything from you. Your
time, your life, your freedom, your boyfriend/ husband…need I say more?
Bedroom Questions
29.Isaac: Cole, you talked
about relationships. Would you have an affair if you were in one?
Cole: Me, Have an
affair? Like I really want to fake an orgasm for two men?
30.Andrew: What arouses
Cole: Remember when I told you that a
pretty boy always knows in the first 5 seconds the guy he'll sleep with? Well a great physique combined with a great kiss brings it up!
31.Patrick: Have you ever
showered with your boyfriend?
Cole: I'm offended.
Is that even a question? The Showering bit is an extension of the whole love making process and as you rightly asked,it is only limited to a boyfriend not a one night stand! While still on this, a guy showering with his beau is epic. That's
the point you cuddle some more, the dominant partner gets to ensure that he
didn't hurt his 'baby' during the session and if he did, he gets to help him sort it out.
32. Have u ever swallowed?
Cole: OMG Hell No!
I don't subscribe to that primeval notion that when you swallow a man's cream
he will treasure you for eternity.
33. Have you ever accepted cash after sleeping with a guy?
33. Have you ever accepted cash after sleeping with a guy?
Cole: Apparently
No. I just don't suck d!ck for success, Never have. I sleep with a guy
to release the tension within. I'm a very independent
individual konjo, self-made and done.
34. Your embarrassing bedroom story?
Cole: He was a
married man. It was very late when he showed up at my doorstep and it was
raining so I kind of felt for him. He was so drunk too. We never went all the
way and he never came anyway. Well, to make
a long story short and to get right down to the nitty gritty of it...the man
had no pecker. I've held bigger Bic lighters in my hand. Alcohol really curtails action!
35. Raul: We have seen what
people say about you, you are an amazing writer and very social guy. You have
content buddy.
Cole: Oh Oh…just
spill the question
36. Raul: Excuse my
manners. This isn't really a question. I have had several people ask me and I
get mad but I am going to ask you anyway. Are you top or bottom? How many men
have slept in your bed or rather how many men have you had sex with?
Cole: Huh…the age
old T/B question? I only answer that question to people I'm brokering a
sleeping deal with. Ask me in camera i. On the number of men. I have categories: The
total I've met, the number I've slept with and the ones I've
reeeeeally slept with (Penetrative sex was involved). In total I've met and interacted with at least 81 men since I really started meeting guys. Out
of this number I've slept with (just romance or cuddly related activities) 17 and the ones we reeeeeally went all the way
are 7. Gosh, you really gave me some
difficult math here but I'm pretty accurate. No more questions from you, you
are over asking!
37. Frank: Have you slept
with Denis Nzioka? If not, have you considered it?
Cole: Wow, that's
pretty heavy. Denis is technically my boss at Identity. You don't mix business
with pleasure you know besides it's not like I'm climbing any corporate ladder.
Now would I consider it? I highly doubt it. Denis is the kind of guy you only sleep
with illegitimately (chips funga) then you hope your bf finds out the following
day just to prove a point to him!
Charles M
38. I'm an avid reader of your blog,
congratulations for the success of T.S.R. Here are some of my questions. I hope am not the naughtiest (chuckle);
what's your favorite sex position?
Cole: Almost everything
but then it's all about creativity when it comes to the bedroom. Just one thing
I can't sit on it!
39. Do you moan in the act, are you
Cole: Oh Shit. Piss.
Hell, next question!
40. Who is your crush of all time?
40. Who is your crush of all time?
Cole: Remember that
Arab/Caucasian golfer I talked about on the second or third article on TSR? He
has an attitude that is smarmy in other men and he may just be joining us for
our usual road trip this August. Maybe he has finally seen the light.
41. What would you do if you found me naked in your bed?
41. What would you do if you found me naked in your bed?
Cole: How would you
even end up in my bed? Any-gay, I would cover you up ASAP and advice you to
dress up. Charles, I don't sleep with friends who I share all my sexual and man affairs with! (giggles)
42. Fazio: I know you've
talked about your first sexual experiences. Anything notable thing about the
first time you haven't told us? What are your views on protection?
Cole: Hmm…you
very good! Let me just say the things that guy could do with his tongue
be declared illegal! On protection, I always say you must rubber it!
Even if you are in a stable r/ship. I always have my CD's. If the guy
doesn't it's better to postpone the act. If you are uncomfortable buying
them just pick those ones in Airport or mall washrooms, they are free
and can work. Barebacking is NOT my thing.
That marks the end of our Q&A
segment. I haven't tackled 7 questions. Let me reserve them for an interview I
am giving soon on a fellow blogger's space. That Bitch has been asking very
tough questions! Let's do this again sometime. It was really fun and mind boggling too.
T.S.R also takes a short-lived sabbatical. When we get back, we'll be bigger, bolder and more sophisticated.
From teaching Zegas how to dress -from some fine resident fashion slave- to other
fresh guests who have various situations for us. I'm glad we are hitting
the 7K mark by the end of this week. Have a fruitful week/ white rabbit babies, I
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My scary list:
Interesting list, I hate eating alone so if I have to, like today I turn on the televition that I usually don't watch to have the illusion of not being by myself.
I think I'm scared of bloody moons. I'd take a TV, but then I'd have to kill it since my religious beliefs do not include television, but think appliance murder is OK.
I think I found your 10 pounds.
@xXxlovelylollipop - I think that I am being given too much of a license with my girlfriend. A lot of guys think that they can fake a relationship and there is no consequence for doing it. I would hate to think that I am faking a relationship.
I wonder how you acquired so many tis
@vexations - My brother goes to craigslist and they are literally giving away televisions. When I do new television installations the owners also want us to dispose of old televisions. I do know that they recycle the copper and electronic parts of the televisions at the junk yards. The television tubes though are toxic waste.
I would rather eat alone than with pigeons. :P
They were selling a TV like that one Christmas in the grocery store I used to work in. They had movies playing on it for months. Nobody bought it. Finally, long after Christmas, they raffled it off to the employees. I didn't even enter the contest, as it was too big to have fit in my parents' living room, never mind my bedroom.
Judging from your scary list, you are a very scary man!
How very odd. I thought you were in your 20's. Do you know, silly P., that I actually can do a bit of plumbing? Uh-huh! Thank you, drive thru!
Oh, and you should be happy that your girlfriend is proud of you.....jes my opinion..
That's quit a number of television sets
I eat alone most the time. I enjoy it. You're lucky to have a girl friend. Congratulations. Life is always full of questions like these. Somehow or the other things seem to work out.
@Kellsbella - I should act my age. Or I should choose an older looking icon. One thing is to act like a man. However being a man is what a true man does. Gasp, providing a home for her will be a big leap for both of us.@ChainBracelets - I know of people who watch two things at the same time. I will not be doing that, however I do read the news on my other device during commercials.
@C_L_O_G - Eating alone you develop bad smacking habits, however it is fun to eat and blog at the same time. Being alone helps you to concentrate, for sure there is a lot of distractions when you are with someone.
@PPhilip - (In my best Stuart mother's voice: http://www.youtube.com/watch?NR=1&v=rCdvePIDLe8&feature=endscreen) Well, are ya gonna take the leap and live in sin??!!
Vote for Obama and make sure that others do too. Otherwise you will have to pay for healthcare!
@angys_coco - I will have to pay my share for healthcare. That is how it will work under Obama. How will it work for Romney? I suppose they might try to force insurance companies to insure you. If California decides to have their own version of healthcare it will probably be close to what Obamacare details.
@Kellsbella - I'm a sinner. However certain issues cannot be rushed.(lame excuse huh?)
@PPhilip - No, it is sweet.
I will say that you and @angys_coco - are a bit misinformed on Obamacare. You do realise that it took $716 billion from Medicare to cover it, right? You do realise there are several companies backing out of it, right?
Don't get me wrong: I truly believe there needs to be healthcare reform in this country, but I truly believe, as well, that it should come from bipartisan and not backdoor legislation, which is how this tax was passed.
yeah, in this day and age, most want tv that is smaller and more portable. unless one has a private karaoke/theater room at home to welcome a big-ass tv.
@PPhilip - I'm about done moving data. Sometime this month that should be over. Keep your fingers crossed. The new project I am starting is related to getting things all tied up to travel. So much to do. lol
Happy birthday
sounds interesting. Goals that you can reach.
Er, did people ask you to deliver pumpkins to your door or did you just randomly do it? LOL...I can see you,at night in all black, sneaking pumpkins to doors. =)
Almost 60? No way! Your list isn't all that scary. It could've been worse. Maybe I should do a scary list? Naw, I'd just scare myself. I like it when you post pictures. More would be nice. I want to lose wright, not gain it! Hope you have a great week!
I enjoy eating alone... no talking, no gossiping and no bitching others.
You are such a busy bee..but the most important thing is to keep the weight in check..health comes first and losing pounds is so affordable..that is a lovely list you have today..


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Corn/Sweet Corn
10 Great Sweet Corn Recipes
Try these great corn recipes whenever you want something beyond buttered corn-on-the-cob.
How to Cook Corn
An ear of simple boiled corn is delicious, of course, but there are plenty of ways to enjoy fresh sweet corn. See how to boil, steam, grill, sautée and more.
Best Way to Cook Sweet Corn - Readers Favorite Sweet Corn Tips
What's your favorite way to cook, serve, or eat ears of sweet corn? Share your ideas and tips here.
Cutting Corn Kernels
Cutting corn kernels from the cob is much easier when done into a bowl. See why.
Bean, Corn, Tomato Pasta
The best of summer vegetables come together in this Bean, Corn, Tomato Pasta - add chile for a bit of kick, if you like!
Corn & Fava Bean Risotto
There is usually just a brief window of opportunity to make this corn and fava bean risotto at its best--the very end of spring turned first glimpse of summer, when, if you're lucky, both fava beans and sweet corn are available.
Corn Avocado Salad
Crunchy sweet corn kernels and chunks of creamy avocado coated with a spicy lime dressing makes a great salad, salsa, or relish - depending on how you want to use it.
Corn Chowder
Simple yet satisfying corn chowder makes the most of sweet, fresh, summer corn.
Corn, Cucumber, Tomato Salad
Corn, Cucumber, Tomato Salad is fresh, cool, and super easy. It's a great summer salad and goes great alongside any grilled meal and the perfect addition to any potluck.
Corn Fritters
These easy Corn Fritters are sweet and delicate - a great way to use sweet corn once you've eaten your fill of corn on the cob.
Corn Souffle
Easy recipe for a light and flavorful sweet corn souffle.
Corn, Tomato & Basil Salad
This corn, tomato, and basil salad is wonderful with pretty much any grilled meal, or as part of a no-cook summer dinner.
Grilled Corn
Flavor fresh sweet corn with the smoky essence with this easy recipe for grilled corn.
Mussels With Corn Tomato Salsa
These Peruvian-inspired mussels are served cooked, on the half-shell, topped with a wonderfully fresh and refreshing corn tomato salsa.
Potato Corn Chile Casserole
Potatoes, sweet corn, and roasted chiles are hearty and delicious.
Rice With Corn and Peas
This simple combination of rice, corn, and peas is perfect during that short time every year when both sweet corn and garden peas are in season.
Spicy Grilled Corn Salad
Take fresh sweet corn, grill it, cut it from the cob, and toss with a spicy dressing to make this delicious grilled corn salad.
Spicy Corn Relish
Sweet and spicy, this corn relish is perfect with sausages, on top of hamburgers, or alongside grilled chicken.
Sweet Corn Soup (Hot or Chilled)
This quick corn soup tastes just like corn on the cob, but with a spoon! Eat it hot, room temp, or chilled.
Spicy Sauteed Corn
Sweet corn turns a bit nutty when quickly sauteed, and fresh chiles give it a nice kick.
Sweet Corn Pancakes
Fresh sweet corn kernels make these sweet corn pancakes tender and delicious.
Sweet Corn Cake
Sweet corn kernels are pureed and added to this cake batter for an easy, delicious summertime treat.
Sweet Corn Polenta
Cut kernels from 2 ears of sweet corn. Stir them into a batch of Basic Polenta.


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Sonic Drive-In
Sonic Drive-In is a fast food joint that allows you to relive previous generations of fast food. There is no formal interior seating, as you are expected to pull up in your car, order your food, and then wait for one of the employees to rollerskate up to your car and deliver your order.
If you want to eat there, you're certainly able to. Otherwise, you can be on your way. There are also some sheltered outdoor tables to use in comfortable weather.
- Fax: 847-550-0681
- Hours: Daily, 6am -midnight
- Payments accepted: American Express, Cash, Debit Card, Discover, MasterCard, Store Credit Card, Visa
- Products: Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack meals
- General services: Eat-in, Prepared foods, Take-out
- Menu link: www.sonicdrivein.com/home.jsp#/menu
- Specialties: Fast food
- Parking: Free lot
- Cuisine: American
- Signature dishes: Burgers and Coneys are our specialty. They also go great with our sundaes and shakes.
- What dish is most representative of the restaurant?: The SONIC Burger. Sure, it's basic, but it represents what we started with.
- Price level: $
- Reservations: Not accepted
- Number of tables: 10
- Features: Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner, Kids' Menu, Lunch, Outdoor seating
- Atmosphere: Fun, Late-night
- Dress code: Casual


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Rory McIlroy showed Tiger Woods he's still got a way to go before reclaiming the world's No. 1 ranking.
McIlroy posted a 5-under par 67 to beat Woods by one stroke Monday in the "Duel at Jinsha Lake," an 18-hole exhibition match in China between the top two players in golf. The result evens the head-to-head record between McIlroy and Woods at one match apiece.
"This is certainly not like most Mondays," Woods said. "To have this many people come out and watch us play golf in an exhibition was something special. This doesn't happen. As far as doing something like this down the road, it would be fun."
McIlroy birdied two of the first three holes and never looked back against Woods, a 14-time major winner. Woods had two bogeys and six birdies to shoot a 68.
Woods received a reported $2-million appearance fee while McIlroy picked up a cool million.
McIlroy is close to wrapping up top spot on the European Tour's money list — he's got a $1.29 million lead with a handful of events remaining in the season — and has already clinched the PGA Tour's order of merit. Luke Donald led both money lists last year.
The $1 million McIlroy got in China doesn't count toward his season earnings, though.


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- To assess the rate of complete and overall response in patients with B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia or small lymphocytic lymphoma treated with pentostatin, cyclophosphamide, and rituximab with or without bevacizumab.
- To assess the proportion of patients who achieve a negative minimal residual disease state after treatment with these regimens.
- To monitor and assess the adverse events of these regimens.
- To determine if molecular prognostic parameters (ZAP-70, CD38, cytogenetic abnormalities identified by FISH, and IgVH mutation status) relate to response in these patients.
- To determine the progression-free survival of patients treated with these regimens.
- To complete additional correlative studies to gain insight into disease biology and how it influences drug sensitivity.
OUTLINE: Patients are stratified according to Rai risk group (high [Rai stage III or IV] vs low [Rai stage 0] or intermediate [Rai stage I or II]) and FISH prognosis group (favorable [normal, +12, 13q-, or other] vs unfavorable [17p- or 11q-]). Patients are randomized to 1 of 2 treatment arms.
- Arm I: Patients receive bevacizumab IV over 30-90 minutes on day 1 of courses 1-5 and on days 1, 22, and 43 of course 6; rituximab IV over 2-4 hours on days 2 and 3 of course 1 and on day 1 of courses 2-6; and pentostatin IV over 30 minutes and cyclophosphamide IV over 30 minutes on day 2 of course 1 and on day 1 of courses 2-6. Patients also receive pegfilgrastim subcutaneously (SC) on day 3 of course 1 and on day 2 of courses 2-6. Treatment repeats every 21 days* for 6 courses in the absence of disease progression or unacceptable toxicity.
NOTE: *Course 6 is 56 days in duration
- Arm II: Patients receive rituximab IV over 2-4 hours on days 1 and 2 of course 1 and on day 1 of courses 2-6 and pentostatin IV over 30 minutes and cyclophosphamide IV over 30 minutes on day 1. Patients also receive pegfilgrastim SC on day 2. Treatment repeats every 21 days* for 6 courses in the absence of disease progression or unacceptable toxicity.
NOTE: *Course 6 is 56 days in duration
Patients undergo blood sample collection and bone marrow biopsy/aspiration periodically for translational research studies. Samples are analyzed by flow cytometry for assessment of minimal residual disease. Molecular prognostic markers (including CD38, ZAP-70, IgVH gene mutation status, and cytogenetic abnormalities by FISH), Tcl-1 and CD49d protein expression, and immunoglobulin heavy chain D and J family gene usage are also analyzed. Plasma samples are stored for future studies evaluating levels of VEGF, bFGF, and thrombospondin by ELISA.
After completion of study therapy, patients are followed periodically for up to 5 years.
- Diagnosis of 1 of the following:
- Biopsy proven small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL)
- Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)* as evidenced by the following criteria:
- Peripheral blood lymphocyte count > 5,000/mm³ consisting of small to moderate size lymphocytes
- Immunophenotyping consistent with CLL, defined by the following:
- The predominant population of lymphocytes share both B-cell antigens (CD19, CD20, or CD23) as well as CD-5 in the absence of other pan-T-cell markers (CD-3 or CD-2)
- Dim surface immunoglobulin expression
- Exclusively kappa and lambda light chains
- Negative FISH analysis for t(11;14)(IgH/CCND1) on peripheral blood or tissue biopsy samples NOTE: *Splenomegaly, hepatomegaly, or lymphadenopathy are not required for the diagnosis of CLL
- Has ≥ 1 of the following indications** for chemotherapy:
- Evidence of progressive marrow failure as manifested by the development of or worsening anemia (hemoglobin ≤ 11 g/dL) and/or thrombocytopenia (platelet count ≤ 100,000/mm³)
- Symptomatic or progressive lymphadenopathy, splenomegaly or hepatomegaly
- Has ≥ 1 of the following disease-related symptoms:
- Weight loss > 10% within the past 6 months
- Extreme fatigue attributed to CLL
- Fevers > 100.5^oF for 2 weeks without evidence of infection
- Night sweats without evidence of infection
- Progressive lymphocytosis (not due to the effects of corticosteroids) with an increase of > 50% over a 2-month period or an anticipated doubling time of < 6 months NOTE: **Marked hypogammaglobulinemia or the development of a monoclonal protein in the absence of any of the above criteria for active disease are not sufficient indications for study treatment
- ECOG performance status 0-3
- Life expectancy ≥ 12 months
- Total bilirubin ≤ 3.0 times upper limit of normal (ULN) (unless due to Gilbert's disease)
- Direct bilirubin < 1.5 mg/dL (in patients with Gilbert's disease)
- SGOT ≤ 3.0 times ULN (unless due to hepatic involvement by CLL)
- Creatinine ≤ 1.5 times ULN
- Urine protein:creatinine ratio < 1.0 OR < 1 g of protein by 24-hour urine collection
- Not pregnant or nursing
- Negative pregnancy test
- Fertile patients must use effective contraception during and for 12 months after completion of study treatment
- Willing to provide mandatory blood and tissue samples
- None of the following cardiovascular conditions:
- NYHA class III-IV heart disease
- Myocardial infarction within the past 6 months
- Unstable angina
- Stroke, cerebrovascular accident, or transient ischemic attack within the past 6 months
- Arterial thromboembolic events within the past 12 months
- Clinically significant peripheral vascular disease
- Uncontrolled hypertension, defined as systolic BP > 150 mm Hg or diastolic BP > 100 mm Hg
- Hypertension allowed provided it is controlled with a stable anti-hypertensive regimen
- History of hypertensive crises or hypertensive encephalopathy
- Deep venous thromboses or pulmonary embolism within the past 12 months
- No evidence of bleeding diathesis or coagulopathy
- No uncontrolled or active hemolytic anemia requiring immunosuppressive therapy or other pharmacologic treatment
- No active or recent history (within the past 30 days) of hemoptysis (≥ ½ teaspoon of bright red blood per episode)
- No abdominal fistula, gastrointestinal perforation, or intra-abdominal abscess within the past 6 months
- No active peptic ulcer disease
- No serious non-healing wound, ulcer, or bone fracture
- No significant traumatic injury within the past 28 days
- No uncontrolled infection
- No active HIV infection
- No other active primary malignancy (except nonmelanoma skin cancer or carcinoma in situ of the cervix) requiring treatment or limiting survival to ≤ 2 years
- No psychiatric or addictive disorders or other conditions that, in the opinion of the investigator, would preclude study participation
- Prior corticosteroids allowed
- More than 4 weeks since prior radiotherapy
- More than 28 days since prior and no concurrent major surgical procedure or open biopsy
- More than 7 days since prior minor surgical procedure, fine needle aspiration, or core biopsy (other than bone marrow biopsy)
- No concurrent therapeutic doses of coumadin-derivative anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin)
- Doses of ≤ 2 mg daily allowed for prophylaxis of thrombosis
- Prophylactic doses of low molecular weight heparin allowed
- No other concurrent investigational agents for treatment of CLL or SLL
- No other concurrent specific anticancer treatment except hormonal therapy
Last updated: 02/01/2013


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Memories of Foxborough
It's been a funny thing for me to watch the New England Patriots go from NFL also-ran to dynasty of epic proportions. When I was growing up 10 miles from Foxboro Stadium — at times named Sullivan Stadium, at times named Schaeffer Stadium — our neighbors who were season ticket holders couldn't give their tickets away. [...]
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Manga Review: Onepunch Man
Saitama is the ultimate superhero. After three years of hellish training, he has surpassed human limits and gained the ability to defeat any enemy with one punch, earning him the moniker Onepunch Man. Since becoming, to what he refers to as, an "average superhero," he has saved the world more than anyone else, yet no one sees him do it so he gets none of the recognition. Thus, the strongest being to ever have existed lives a rather mundane life defeating countless monsters on his way to the supermarket's sale.
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2008 'Champions of Health' Award Winners Announced
Mick Cornett, mayor of Oklahoma City, has been named Public Service Health Champion and recipient of the 2008 Rodney L. Huey, M.D., Memorial Champion of Oklahoma Health award, the highest honor of the Champions of Health awards. This fifth-annual awards program recognizes outstanding organizations and individuals dedicated to improving the health of Oklahomans.
On December 31, 2007, Cornett announced the launch of the "This City is Going on a Diet" campaign, with the goal of losing one million pounds as a community in an effort to create a healthier city. Cornett has led by example, losing 42 pounds since April 2007.
An interactive Web site, http://www.thiscityisgoingonadiet.com , including helpful resources and links, tools, recipes and health-related events was launched, allowing participants to confidentially track their weight loss progress and calculate their body mass index (BMI). More than 20,000 residents have gone online and signed up to participate, collectively losing more than 141,000 pounds.
Cornett has brought national attention to this effort. He appeared on the Ellen DeGeneres show in January and spoke to the national mayor's conference in June. Other major cities have been inspired to look at launching similar initiatives.
The Rodney L. Huey, M.D., Memorial Champion of Oklahoma Health award will be accepted at the 2008 Champions of Health Awards, 6 p.m., September 29 at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City. The event features former U.S. Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich as keynote speaker and 2005 Champion of Oklahoma Health Dr. J. Mark Osborn as emcee.
Reservations to the Champions of Health awards banquet are available for $30 each and may be purchased through Friday, September 19 by calling 1-866-876-4376. MasterCard and VISA payments are accepted.
Event sponsorships benefit the Oklahoma Caring Foundation's children's health initiatives. For more information about sponsorships or the awards banquet, go to http://www.championsofhealth.org .
"To truly make an impact, it's important to shine a light on those whose efforts are making a difference in the health of Oklahomans," said Bert Marshall, president, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma. "Our goal is that together we can develop partnerships and replicate that impact throughout the state."
The Champions of Health awards program is presented by the following partner organizations: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, the Oklahoma State Department of Health, the Oklahoma Hospital Association, the Oklahoma Osteopathic Association, the Oklahoma State Medical Association and the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.
As Champion of Oklahoma Health, Cornett receives a grant of $2,500 to award to the Oklahoma health improvement organization or project of his choice. Nine other Champions also will be honored and each awarded a $1,000 contribution to their organization or program:
Champion of the Uninsured — Insure Oklahoma, Oklahoma City
The Oklahoma Health Care Authority, working in partnership with insurance agents, health care providers and other state agencies, implemented the program that subsidizes the cost of private health insurance premiums for Oklahomans who qualify. Funded in part by a state tax on tobacco products, Insure Oklahoma also receives funding from the federal government that matches each state dollar approximate 2 to 1. Through Insure Oklahoma, 60 percent of an individual's health premiums are paid, leaving 25 percent to be paid by the employer and the remaining 15 percent by the employee. The program is offered to people with family incomes of up to 200 percent of the federal poverty level. These individuals comprise the majority of the uninsured working class. Through Insure Oklahoma, nearly 13,000 Oklahomans are now covered by health insurance.
Education and Awareness Champion — Lawton/Fort Sill Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT) Team, Lawton
Fifteen high school students comprise the Lawton-Fort Sill Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT) Team, volunteering more than 20 hours a month to tobacco control work, offering a diligent and diversified approach through interactive community projects, educational training and policy advocacy to improve the health of Oklahomans. Student volunteers work to raise awareness about tobacco industry practices and the harm of secondhand smoke, while changing attitudes about tobacco and empowering youth to resist tobacco products. SWAT's work within Comanche County has impacted youth tobacco use. Risk and behavior surveys indicate youth tobacco use in the area is declining.
Champion of Children's Health — Norman Regional Health System, Norman
Norman Regional Health System partnered with the Norman Public Schools to financially support the establishment of school health services. Whereas the school district was only able to afford two school nurses and two part time health assistants, the partnership has made it possible for the school district to provide health services personnel at each school site, increasing access to school nurses, licensed practical nurses and 15 trained health assistants to the district's more than 13,000 students. This teamwork between the health system and the public school system is a model of community collaboration and a unique and innovative way to solve the difficult problem of funding health services for students in public schools.
Champion of Public Health — The Child Abuse Network, Inc., Tulsa
The Child Abuse Network (CAN) is an international model of effective community response to reported child abuse, bringing multiple disciplines together in a single safe and comforting environment for children in crisis. CAN enables medical, mental health, investigative and legal professionals to work together under one roof, providing less traumatic investigation while determining if child abuse has occurred. As one of the leading child advocacy units in the country, CAN is able to provide the highest level of compassionate forensic interviewing and medical evaluations.
Minority Health Champion — Cherokee Nation Health Partners, Tahlequah
The Cherokee Nation and Tahlequah City Hospital joined efforts to fight the growing epidemic of heart disease among Native Americans. Together they formed the Cherokee Health Partners, offering "big city" heart care to the Cherokee population served by the rural 82-bed Tahlequah City Hospital. The Cherokee Health Partners teamed with cardiologists and cardiovascular surgeons to create an entire center specializing in heart care: the Northeast Oklahoma Heart Center. In addition to a cardio imaging center and nuclear medicine, rural Tahlequah now offers the Cherokee population a catheterization lab and heart procedures that surpass other heart centers in the nation. The hospital also offers air ambulatory service, a state of the art catheterization lab, cardiovascular and thoracic procedures, a cardiac care unit and cardiac rehabilitation unit. Since its inception in 2004, Cherokee Health Partners has served more than 3,700 patients.
Professional Health Care Champion — Frances Haas, D.O., Tulsa
Dr. Frances Haas of University of Oklahoma Physicians Tulsa, department of internal medicine, was one of the first physicians to volunteer on a weekly basis at the Bedlam Free Clinic. As a means for the underinsured and uninsured population of northeast Oklahoma to receive medical care, this clinic quickly became the medical home for more than 1,800 patients. Hass addressed the special health concerns of patients with HIV and hepatitis C by establishing a clinic to help identify high risk patients, providing them with testing, coordinating them into care and treatment if needed. The clinic provides all medical care, laboratory testing, counseling, social services and medication assistance.
Champion of Senior Health — Gail Potts / Senior Life Network, Enid
Senior Life Network programs, led by director Gail Potts, promote healthy lifestyles focusing on the benefits of regular exercise and proper nutrition to improve the quality of life of Oklahoma's seniors. Periodic health screenings, designed to identify health issues in their early stages, also are provided as part of a wellness-centered approach in supporting senior health. Exercises and health education classes are offered with regular health screenings to monitor blood pressure, blood sugar, weight and cholesterol. An on-site physician referral program also is available, along with an information and referral program assisting individuals in locating resources and services within the community. Sponsors include the Northwest Oklahoma Osteopathic Foundation and INTEGRIS Bass Baptist Health Center, who each contribute partial operational funds to support programs and staffing.
Health and Medical Media Champion — Lori Holliday / Oklahoma Educational Television Authority (OETA), Oklahoma City
Oklahoma Educational Television Authority (OETA), Oklahoma's only statewide public television network, works to deliver educational and public television programs to improve the health of Oklahomans. Led by Lori Holliday, OETA's director of educational and community outreach, OETA sheds light on issues that impact Oklahoma's health. Airing a series designed to raise awareness and promote involvement for a healthier Oklahoma, OETA addressed the issues of housing, cultural relations, education, jobs, community development, social support systems and tax policies, collectively framing them in the public health documentary series, "Unnatural Causes: Is Inequality Making Us Sick?"
Corporate Health Champion — Employee Wellness Initiative, Chesapeake Energy Corporation, Oklahoma City
In 2004, Chesapeake Energy was honored as Corporate Health Champion. Since then, explosive growth has afforded more opportunities to educate, expand and enhance Chesapeake's wellness commitment to employees and family members. Expansion of the fitness center is underway, while field service employees are provided fitness membership reimbursement, annual health screenings and flu shots on-site. Participation in the "Living Well" program has grown significantly, resulting in improved personal health, higher exercise participation and increased awareness of health-related issues. The company offers extensive "lunch and learn" classes, healthy break room snacks, an on-site cafeteria with healthy meal choices, a $600 preventive health benefit, group exercise classes and weight management programs. In 2007, Chesapeake opened a full service medical and dental clinic on-site exclusively for Chesapeake employees and family members.
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Portland voters soundly rejected fluoridation of the city's water, reversing a 2012 mandate by the city council. Anti-fluoride forces are calling the vote a victory for modern science, which has identified excessive fluoride exposures as contributing to thyroid disease, bone damage and lower IQs among children.
>> Read MoreJulia Trigg Crawford is standing firm, even as TransCanada arrived this week to dig the tunnel for its Keystone XL pipeline. The controversial pipeline will carry diluted tar sands oil, or dilbit, from Alberta to Houston-area refineries. Crawford has challenged the oil concern in court, saying it doesn't have proper standing to operate in Texas.
>> Read MoreNew York Times food critic Mark Bittman pretty much said it all in a Ted talk a few years ago, outlining how we Americans became detached from healthy eating; persuaded by food companies and our government to adopt foods that are cheap, quick, inhumane and the root of our health problems. Sound blunt? Maybe, but hear him out.
>> Read MoreBicyclists, a pair of inventors in San Francisco are on the verge of making your life easier. The Siva Cycle Atom will capture kinetic energy from your ride and store it in a battery pack that you can use to charge your phone, tablet or other electronic device, via USB. Neat huh?
>> Read MoreA new study of the compound used to fluoridate most city water systems in the U.S. has found that it contains significant levels of arsenic, raising concerns among fluoride opponents that this industrial-grade chemical raises health risks.
>> Read MoreGet ready for Bike to Work Day this Friday. You can join other bicyclists and get coffee and snacks to kick off your commute, whether it's your first or 100th time riding to work. Also there are treat bags. Details ahead.
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