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The Mason Jar
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What if your old college roommate called, raving about a book someone sent her, calling it the most beautiful book she's ever read? "But," she said, "it's about you." The author is your college ex.
In The Mason Jar, Clayton Fincannon is a Tennessee farm boy raised at the feet of his grandfather. He and his grandfather leave letters for each other in a Mason jar on his grandfather's desk; letters of counsel and affirmation. When Clayton attends college in Southern California, he meets and falls in love with a dark, debutante from Colorado, named Savannah. However, when an unmentioned past resurrects in her life and she leaves, Clayton is left with unanswered questions.
Clayton goes on to serve as a missionary in Africa, while he and his grandfather continue their tradition of writing letters. When Clayton returns home five years later to bury his grandfather, he searches for answers pertaining to the loss of the young woman he once loved. Little does Clayton know, the answers await him in the broken Mason jar.
A story about a girl who vanished, a former love who wrote a book about her and a reunion they never imagined.
Written for the bruised and broken, The Mason Jar is an inspirational epic, romance, tragedy which brings hope to people who have experienced disappointment in life due to separation from loved ones. With a redemptive ending and written in the fresh, romantic tones of Nicholas Sparks, The Mason Jar interweaves the imagery of Thoreau with the adventures and climatic family struggles common to Dances with Wolves, A River Runs Through It and Legends of the Fall.
I cannot tell you how much I enjoyed this novel! It really touched me. Often, as an editor, I do not have the chance to work on things I really feel passionate about. It makes all the difference in the world when I am enjoying the work I am editing. All I can say is that I was blown away by this book! The Mason Jar is a must-read!
-Diana Bold,
(award-winning author of Mail Order Bride and The American Heiress)
I read The Mason Jar in one sitting. It read like one long beautiful poem. If you are looking for a superficial Hollywood ending, this book is not for you. However, if you want a realistic ending that will make you appreciate what life is all about, then I urge to pick up a copy of The Mason Jar. I applaud Mr. Lingerfelt loudly, for he has penned a very well written book that I plan to read again and again.
-Nicole Weaver,
(award-winning author of My Sister Is My Best Friend)
The is one of the most relatable books I have ever read. This is the story of one mans way of dealing with unrequited love and disappointment by leaning on loved ones and learning from life. I love the dialog between Finn and his grandfather about simple truths in life. Being a southern female, I appreciate the honesty by which this book was written and the traditional family values that are highlighted in this story.
This story will fill your heart with love, sadness, grief, joy... You will want to scream at lost loves, go on a missions trip and never look at a mason jar the same again! Loved how detailed the author wrote setting up picturesque visualizations. Thought the book ended way too soon; but, maybe there will be a sequel!
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Written with many facets of love, wisdom, and spiritual depth I've only gleaned from authors such as C.S. Lewis and Oswald Chambers. I could not put this book down! A romantic love story that keeps you in suspense to the very end, and one of serving others. Applies much wisdom to love and loss and can give understanding and healing to a broken heart - not an easy accomplishment! I look forward to read many more books by this author.
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There's so much in this book that speaks to me at this point in my life; lost love, dealing with a crushed heart, not knowing which direction life should go, getting lost in the middle of growing up, and stepping out on your own for the first time. I know James will have you crying and laughing at some point in the story. Definitely a must read for yourself and anyone that has ever been in love.
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Fun Fire Projects
Favorite Fire Projects
This is a collection of my favorite fire projects. These fire projects are my favorites because they are quick, easy, or produce spectacular or unusual flames.
Fire Science Project Videos
See how to perform safe and easy fire chemistry projects yourself by watching these step-by-step fire project videos.
Colored Fire Rainbow
These are instructions for making colored fire in all the colors of the rainbow.
Fireworks Projects
Have you ever wanted to make your own fireworks? These are instructions for fireworks projects so you can make your own homemade fireworks.
Smoke Bomb Instructions
You can easily make a smoke bomb using inexpensive materials to produce safe smoke.
Smoke Bomb Video Tutorial
Smoke bombs are the easiest and safest do-it-yourself firework project. You only need two inexpensive, non-toxic ingredients and it only takes minutes to make. Watch and learn how you can cook up a smoke bomb at home.
Fire Magic Tricks
Do you like to play with fire? If you do, then try some fire magic tricks. This is a collection science magic tricks that involve flames or fire.
How To Color Fire
Have you ever wanted to color fire? Here are simple, nontechnical instructions for making your own colored flames. Add extra interest to your fireplace or campfire!
Firebreathing involves breathing a fine mist of fuel over an open flame to form a fireball. It's the most stunning fire trick and potentially the most risky since most firebreathing involves using a flammable, toxic fuel. Here are instructions for a safer form of firebreathing, using a non-flammable, non-toxic fuel that you have in your kitchen.
Fire in a Bottle - Barking Dog Chemistry Demonstration Alternative
This fire bottle is a quick and easy alternative to the Barking Dog chemistry demonstration. The bottle displays a bright light, plus it emits a woof or bark.
Fire Writing
Write a message using a special invisible ink. Reveal the message in fire with this fire writing chemistry project.
Green Fire Instructions
It's easy to make brilliant green fire. This cool chemistry project only takes two household chemicals.
Barking Dog Reaction
The Barking Dog chemistry demonstration is based on an exothermic reaction between nitrous or nitric oxide and carbon disulfide. Ignition of the mixture results in a bright blue chemiluminescent flash accompanied by a characteristic barking sound.
Blue Fire Instructions
It's very easy to make blue fire. Here are a few of the ways you can make blue fire yourself.
Burning Bubbles Project
Bubbles are fun no matter what, but bubbles you can burn just has that added extra appeal. Here's an easy science project you can do that proves propellants in common products are flammable and allows you to burn some bubbles.
Candle Science Magic Trick
You know you can put out a candle flame by pouring water on it. In this science magic trick, the candle will go out when you pour 'air' onto it.
Burning Money Chemistry Demonstration
Set money on fire and watch it burn out without damaging the bill. This is a nice magic trick, based on everyday chemistry.
Chemical Fire
Learn four ways to make fire using chemical reactions. No matches or lighter are needed to start the fire.
Citrus Flames Project
Are you looking for a way to play with your food and play with fire at the same time? This project is the perfect solution, plus it's very, very easy!
Classic Chemical Volcano
Here are the instructions for making the classic chemical volcano. This demonstration uses ammonium dichromate to produce 'Vesuvius fire', with glowing sparks and a cone of deep green ash.
Colored Fire Pinecones
How can you make your fire more festive? Toss on a few colored fire pinecones! Colored fire pinecones are extremely easy to make. All you need is one common household chemical.
Colored Fire Spray Bottles
You can spritz a flame with chemicals to change the color of the fire. Colored fire spray bottles are easy to prepare and use common chemicals.
Colored Smoke Recipes
Colored smoke is easy to make and requires few ingredients. Here's a list of some colored smoke formulations to try.
Dancing Gummi Bear Demonstration
Place a Gummi Bear candy into a test tube containing molten potassium chlorate and watch it dance amidst purple flames. This stunning demonstration is an example of a strongly product-favored reaction, plus it's a lot of fun.
Fire Breathing Video Tutorial
Learn how to breathe fire safely using a non-toxic kitchen ingredient.
Fireball Instructions
If you can find a tee shirt and some lighter fluid, you can make small fireballs. These fireballs are re-useable. Theoretically, you can hold them in your hand.
Firecracker How To
Firecrackers are extremely easy and inexpensive to make yourself. Learn how to make homemade firecrackers and how to light them safely.
Flaming Gel Recipe
Use three common household ingredients to prepare a gel or jelly that you can set on fire. This is an easy fire chemistry project that you can do at home.
Flame Tests
A flame test is an easy experimental technique used to help identify a metal or ionic salt based on its emission spectrum when it is heated in a gas flame. Here's how to perfom a flame test and interpret the results of the test.
Fountain Firework
Kick the traditional smoke bomb recipe up a notch to make a firework fountain that shoots purple flames with lots of smoke. This is a fun and easy homemade firework project.
Glow in the Dark Ink
These are instructions for making glow in the dark ink. However, the instructions are presented as a curiosity or for information only, NOT for use.
Green Fire Halloween Jack-o-Lantern
A Halloween jack-o-lantern filled with green fire is much more impressive than one lit with the usual candle. Here's how to produce this easy effect yourself.
Green Fire Video
See how to make green fire using common chemicals. You can apply the same method to produce fire in other colors using different metal salts.
Handheld Fireball Video
All fire is not created equal! If you apply a little chemistry know-how, you can make a fireball cool enough to hold in your hand. See how it's done, then try this simple fire project yourself.
Ice on Fire
Have you ever wondered whether you could set ice on fire? These are instructions for how to make ice appear to burn and also instructions so that you can actually set it on fire.
Instant Fire Chemistry Demonstration
Learn how to perform the instant fire chemistry demonstration in which potassium chlorate and sugar are reacted to produce an incredible purple flame and a lot of smoke.
Match Rockets
A match rocket is an extremely simple rocket to construct and launch. The match rocket illustrates many rocketry principles, including basic jet propulsion and Newton's laws of motion. Match rockets fly several meters, in a burst of heat and flame.
Orange Fire
If ordinary fire just doesn't do it for you, why not kick it up a notch by making it into orange fire? It's easy to make orange flames. Here's what you do.
Qualitative Analysis - Bead Tests
The borax, microcosmic salt, or sodium carbonate bead test may be used to help identify unknown metals. Learn how to perform and interpret the results of this handy analytical test.
Qualitative Analysis - Flame Tests
The flame test is a quick low-tech method of identifying an element by the color of light it yields in a flame. Learn how to perform this test and to interpret the results.
Red Fire Instructions
Red fire is easy to produce. This is a classic color for sparklers and fireworks as well as holiday parties. It would also be a cheery coloration for a campfire or fireplace.
Safe Smoke Bomb Instructions
A classic smoke bomb is easy to make and safe to use, but you can make the project even safer if you don't heat the ingredients. Here's what you do.
Set Fire to the Rain
You can set fire to the rain! This special effect creates a spectacular result.
Smoking Fingers Trick
Make your fingers smoke when you rub them together and glow in the dark. All you need is a matchbox and a way to burn the striker portion.
Sodium in Water Chemistry Demonstration
The sodium in water chemistry demonstration is a spectacular demo that illustrates the reactivity of an alkali metal with water and may be used as an example of an exothermic reaction. This is an interesting and memorable demonstration, which can be performed safely.
Sparkler Instructions
Learn how to make your own sparklers, for Independence Day or New Years Day fun. Use your understanding of chemistry to color the sparks.
Thermite Reaction
The thermite reaction is a highly exothermic reaction in which metal essentially burns. The thermite reaction has practical applications, such as for welding, plus it makes for a memorable chemistry demonstration. Here's how you can perform the thermite reaction, safely.
Traveling Flame Science Trick
You know you can light a candle with another candle, but if you blow one of them out, did you know you can relight it from a distance? In this trick, you'll blow out a candle and relight it by causing flame to travel along a path of smoke.
Ultimate Colored Smoke Bomb
Make a smoke bomb that billows clouds of brightly colored smoke. This project is easy and safe enough to at home. Adult supervision is required.
Violet Fire
It's very simple to make violet or purple fire. All you need are two easy-to-find ingredients.
Yellow Fire
Most flames from candles or wood burning fire are yellow, but you can color a blue flame so that it will become yellow. Here's what you do.
You Might Be a Pyro If...
Pyromaniacs or pyros are people who have a fascination with fire, which usually involves playing with fire or setting fires. Are you a pyro? How would you know? Well, here are some ways you might be able to tell. You might be a pyro if...
Exploding Balloons Science Project
You can place a nonflammable powder inside a balloon that will burst into flame when you pop the balloon with a candle or lighter. Read how to perform the exploding balloons project.
Fire Tornado Project
A fire tornado forms when fire is caught up in a vortex. Fire tornadoes or fire devils occur naturally in some wildfires, but you can make a small scale fire tornado yourself. Here's how!
Rainbow Fire
It's easy to turn an ordinary flame into a rainbow-colored flame.
Hand Sanitizer Fire Project
Here is an easy fire project using hand sanitizer that produces flames cool enough for you to hold.
Clementine Candle
You don't need a wick and wax to make a candle. All you need is a clementine and some olive oil. The clementine acts as a natural wick for the oil. Here's what you do.
Edible Candle Trick
For this science magic trick, you light a candle, blow out the flame and then eat the candle. It's safe, fun and even nutritious!
Seesaw Candle Fire Magic Trick
The seesaw candle magic trick is a fire science trick that teaches how combustion and Newton's Third Law of Motion work.
Best Jack o Lantern Idea
This is how to make the best Halloween jack o lantern. This jack o lantern features a long lasting tower of flame, plus you can customize the color of the fire.
Hydrogen Balloon Explosion
One of the most impressive chemistry fire demonstrations it the hydrogen balloon explosion. Here are instructions on how to set up the experiment and perform it safely.
Why Do Ping Pong Balls Burn?
If you take a lighter to a ping pong ball, it will burst into flame, burning like a tiny flamethrower. Do you know why ping pong balls burn? Here's the answer and how to safely ignite a ping pong ball.
How To Use a Crayon as a Candle
If you don't have a candle, but need some light, make a candle from a crayon! It's easy to do, plus each crayon burns about half an hour.
How To Start Green Fire with a Drop of Water
Start a fire with a drop of water. The best part? It's a green fire!
How To Start Green Fire with a Drop of Water
Start a fire with a drop of water. The best part? It's a green fire!
Fire Breathing Dragon Halloween Pumpkin
Make a Halloween jack o' lantern breathe smoke and fire. This dragon or demon is perfect for a fire-filled holiday!
How To Make a Red and Blue Fire Tornado
It's easy to make this red and blue fire tornado. This is a stunning fire project, perfect for when you are waiting for it to get dark to light fireworks!


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I am trying to use JSR177-APDU in order to interact with the applet on the SE and is always getting -1 (0xFF) as the slot number in the externalReaderDetected(byte slot) event. What is the correct slot number to access SE over JSR 177?
The device that I am using is Nokia 6212 NFC.
Many thanks in anticipation for your reply.
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It shouldn't take a tragedy to bring people out of the shadows
by Restore Fairness, Thu Mar 24, 2011 at 11:32:42 AM EDT
From the Restore Fairness blog-
In the early hours of March 12, a bus ferrying passengers from the Mohegan Sun casino in Connecticut met with a horrific accident on the I-95 expressway in the Bronx, en route to Chinatown in Manhattan. The crash killed 15 of the passengers onboard, and the driver was later accused of being unlicensed as well as falling asleep at the wheel. One of the passengers who died in the crash was Mr. Wang Jianhua, a man who had come to America to escape government persecution and pursue the American dream for himself and for the family that he had been forced to leave behind in the Fujian province, in China.
Three years ago, Mr. Wang arrived in New York City with the aid of smugglers, having made the conscious decision to seek a better life for his wife, daughter and then unborn son. After raising $75,000 with the help of relatives and numerous creditors to pay for his passage, Mr. Wang left all that was familiar to him and began his journey to the United States. Once in New York, Mr. Wang lived in cramped conditions with several other Chinese immigrants in Chinatown, where he found a job as a delivery-man in a restaurant - a grueling job that earned him approximately $500 a week. His life comprised of work and sleep, with very little respite by way of a social life. He only communicated with his family when he could afford to, and sent home whatever was left of his salary once he was done paying rent and other expenses. In November 2008, shortly after arriving in the United States, he had filed for asylum on the grounds of being targeted by Chinese authorities for trying to have more than one child, a case that was still pending when he was killed in the crash. Following his death, Mr. Wang's wife and two children are now bereft, in an even more dire state of poverty than they were before.
It is unfortunate that it takes a tragedy such as this to shed light on stories such as Mr.Wang's. Today, there are millions of hard working immigrants like him in the United States, who are living under hardship, separated from their families, and striving to work towards a better life for their families. Stigma against undocumented immigrants and lack of comprehensive immigration reform negates their valuable contribution to the economy and withholds their right to be a legitimate part of the workforce, as well as their access to basic human rights and services. Moreover, instead of working towards rational and humane immigration reform, the situation the country seems to be pushing for is an enforcement heavy approach that is inefficient, inhumane, and inadequate in addressing the reality of the nearly 12 million undocumented immigrants currently living in the U.S.
The repercussions of a broken immigration system also extend to the children of undocumented immigrants, who are U.S. citizens. In what was a big relief for immigration reform lobbyists, on Thursday, March 17, the Arizona Senate rejected the latest packet of five bills that would have further curtailed the rights of immigrants in the state. The primary bill that had drawn the most opposition aimed at pushing the Supreme Court to strip citizenship rights of the children of illegal immigrants. The four other bills would have removed the rights of such immigrants from attending state universities and driving vehicles in Arizona, and required school districts and hospitals to check the legal status of students and patients. Senator Paula Aboud (D-Tucson) challenged the morality of the bills, calling them "morally reprehensible." She further stated-
This bill would create a two-tiered system, a system of discrimination that says some children born in this country have different rights than other children born in this country…I do not believe that is the American way.
The double standard that Senator Aboud highlights is unfortunately in practice already. On March 11 (a day before the Bronx bus crash that killed Mr. Wang), immigration authorities at Dulles International Airport (Washington D.C.) deported Emily Ruiz, a 4-year-old girl who was flying back from Guatemala with her grandfather. Despite being a U.S. citizen, Emily was separated from her parents who live in New York and who are undocumented, and sent back to Guatemala. While there are conflicting reports from the immigration authorities and Emily's family about what led to her being deported from the country of her birth, the fact remains that a 4- year old U.S. citizen was separated from her parents and denied entry into her country. The legislative action that Arizona has been attempting to take towards severely restricting the liberties and rights of immigrants will only lead to more stories such as Emily's, and more families being separated.
The ramifications of these two events are alarming. Jeanne A. Butterfield, a former executive director of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, spoke to the New York Times-
The case is alarming because it shows what can happen once you start treating kids who are born here whose parents are undocumented with less rights than a full-blown citizen.
The rejection of the packet of anti-immigrant bills in the Arizona state senate is a small but crucial step in the right direction. Recent legislation in Utah is also a positive marker of what comprehensive immigration reform could look like. Last week, Utah ratified a set of immigration bills that provide a balance between enforcement, and developing a program that recognizes the importance of immigrants to the state economy. State Rep. Bill Wright, who authored a part of the laws, commented-
I'm of the opinion that we really don't have the ability as a society to remove that large a portion of a segment from our society — either the cost, or just the damage it would do…A lot of these people are intertwined in our society. They have financial obligations: They have bank notes; they've bought houses; they contribute; they have jobs.
It remains to be seen whether the federal government will use Utah as a model for crafting their own comprehensive immigration reform legislation. Perhaps, then, people like Mr. Wang would have a more legitimate chance at working towards financial stability for their families and U.S. citizens like Emily Ruiz won't be turned away from their own country.
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Limerick Township teens rushed to hospital after passing out from synthetic marijuana
Police in Montgomery County are investigating a pair of incidents in which two teenagers were found unconscious from smoking synthetic marijuana.
Police say the incidents happened in Limerick Township within the past few days, and involved two children ages 13 and 17.
Police say both teens were rushed to nearby hospitals and are expected to fully recover.
Police say they are investigating how the teens got hold of the synthetic marijuana.
Limerick police issued the following statement on the department's Facebook page: "We are investigating the source of this dangerous substance, but parents should have frank discussions with their children about ingesting these dangerous backyard chemical concoctions."
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Washington Redskins
Pierre Garcon - #88 - WR
|6' 0"/ 212 lbs.
|West Palm Beach, FL
|Mount Union
|Years played
|2008, 6th round, 39th pick by Colts
Assessing where Redskins, Seahawks, Bills stand
With only three teams having hired new head coaches since the end of the season, NFList looks at the pros and cons facing the new field bosses in Buffalo, Seattle and Washington.
Redskins begin process of remaking O-line
The Redskins made two moves last week that were the first steps in the rebuilding of the offensive line, which was one of the worst units on the team this past season.
Would Haslett consider 3-4 for Redskins?
One of the interesting possibilities for new Redskins defensive coordinator Jim Haslett could be the inclusion of some 3-4 looks and schemes in Washington.
Eagles hire April to coach special teams
The Eagles landed highly regarded special-teams coordinator Bobby April, signing him before the Redskins or any other team could land him.
Redskins hire Haslett to coordinate defense
The Redskins agreed to a deal with former Rams and Saints head coach Jim Haslett to be the team's defensive coordinator, according to various reports.
Redskins' Bugel retires after 32 years in NFL
Redskins assistant Joe Bugel, who spent 15 of his 32 NFL seasons coaching with the team, announced his retirement on Wednesday.
Rooney Rule has failed yet again
The Steelers point to head coach Mike Tomlin as proof that the Rooney Rule works, but most teams appear to sidestep the rule, writes Eric Edholm.
Could Redskins' Portis, Campbell both be gone?
There was a clear division between what new Redskins head coach Mike Shanahan said about QB Jason Campbell and RB Clinton Portis, both of whom have questionable futures in Washington.
Redskins introduce Shanahan as coach
Standing before a packed media room, new Redskins GM Bruce Allen introduced new head coach Mike Shanahan and said, "Ladies and gentlemen, we've got our man."
Shanahan becomes Redskins' new head coach
The Redskins have moved quickly to change their on-field leadership, firing head coach Jim Zorn early Monday and completing contract negotiations with Mike Shanahan on Tuesday evening as the long-rumored successor.
No surprise: Redskins fire Zorn
The Redskins fired head coach Jim Zorn early Monday morning after their return from Sunday's game in San Diego, GM Bruce Allen has confirmed.
Redskins' Campbell prepares for unknown future
There have been no indications that QB Jason Campbell will be a Redskin next season, though it's difficult to say what will happen to him until a new coach is hired.
Garcon had four receptions for 50 yards in a 24-14 loss to Seattle on Sunday.||||||| Garcon twice had efforts of over 100 yards in the playoffs with the Colts. Well he'll be sitting at home watching Peyton Manning along with Robert Griffin III, who could not get him the ball with the quarterback clearly not even close to 100 percent.
Garcon hauled in five receptions for 87 yards and a touchdown as Washington pulled out a 31-28 overtime win over Baltimore on Sunday.||||||| Garcon has now posted 279 receiving yards over his last three games, scoring in each. The Redskins are 6-1 when Garcon is active.
Garcon caught five passes for 93 yards and a touchdown against Dallas on Thursday.||||||| Thursday's touchdown was only the second of Garcon's injury-riddled season.
Garcon appears ready to play Sunday.||||||| Garcon tore a ligament in the second toe of his right foot in the season opener and has been struggling with the pain ever since. He returned to play in two more games before missing the last four.
Garcon is inactive for the sixth time this season because of a right foot injury.||||||| He has missed five of the last seven games with a torn toe ligament in his right foot.


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Some parents are questioning whether their kids should get dental X-rays after a newly released study shows they could increase the chance of cancer later in life.
A study in the American Cancer Society's journal "Cancer" is making them wonder if it's worth the risk of radiation exposure.
The study found getting yearly dental X-rays as a child may raise the risk of a common type of brain tumor.
About 1,500 hundred people participated in the study, which found those who had a brain tumor were twice as likely to have had yearly dental X-rays as a child.
"It's OK to ask questions. But if the benefits outweigh the risks, it is worth it," said Dr. Anissa Ahmadi.
Dr. Ahmadi also pointed out the study had some flaws - like asking patients to remember how many X-rays they had as a child, when - memory isn't always accurate.
She reassures her patients' parents that the radiation levels are minimal. She explains one day in the sun brings about the same radiation exposure as 20 dental X-rays.
"Most offices like ours have protective gear to make sure there is as little radiation exposure as possible," Dr. Ahmadi said.
She says finding dental problems early avoids more painful and costly problems in the future.
The American Dental Association recommends that dentists only order X-rays when necessary for diagnosis and treatment.
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The Atlanta Braves Making The Team Meter continues today with the catchers. We've never done an MTM just for catchers. In fact, for the last few years we haven't even included catchers in the hitters section thanks to the reliability of Brian McCann and David Ross.
But this year is different. Ross has left us for Boston, and McCann is likely going to begin the year on the disabled list recovering from right shoulder surgery that he had in October. For now the only catcher we can assume has made the roster is new arrival Gerald Laird.
Here are the rest of the rest of the contenders to begin the year as the backup to Laird until McCann is ready to return.
|Last Week
|Roster Status
|Notes and Comments
|Christian Bethancourt
|On the 40-man roster, so one might think that gives him a big advantage. He's also a great defensive catcher, with many saying last spring training that his defense was already Major League caliber, so one might think that gives him another advantage. But he can't really hit... yet. And that yet might keep the Braves from rushing him to the Majors and starting his clock too early. Still, a lot could depend on how he handles a bat this spring.
|Luis De La Cruz
|Already a minor league veteran of seven seasons at just 23-years-old, he made it onto some prospect lists in the Cardinals organization back in 2008. Like Bethancourt, De La Cruz is all defense and throwing arm, and very little bat. There was hope when he was younger that his bat would materialize at some point, but it has yet to appear with any potency. He's probably more of a AA level catcher, so he's got very little chance of being the backup.
|Evan Gattis
|El Oso Blanco was the talk of the Winter Leagues for the Braves faithful. Many were penciling him in to left field before the team acquired their second Upton of the off-season. Now many are wondering where his potent bat could fit on the 2013 Braves. The answer could be catcher. But Gattis is the polar opposite of Bethancourt. Gattis is a potentially great hitter, with power, but his defense is, shall we say, rough around the edges. One thing Gattis is though, is a tireless worker, and he will use the spring to improve as much as he can behind the plate if that's what the Braves want him to do. Gattis also has a shot to make the club as a pinch hitter which is why I start him off with a green arrow.
|Matt Kennelly
|He is on the Australian World Baseball Classic team, so he might miss some time due to that commitment. He's been with the organization a long time, and pitchers love throwing to him. He's a good defender and he can handle a bat okay for a catcher, though nothing that will blow your socks off. He's the definition of an organizational catcher, but sometimes those guys get a shot.
|Brian McCann
|Wait, what? Why is he on here you ask. Bri thinks he's going to start the season on the 25-man roster, and depending on which story you read from one day to the next, the team either agrees with him or doesn't. We'll see, and we'll keep an eye on his progress. Apparently his last hurdle is sliding, for which he has not been cleared to do. My guess is the team will take the safe route and give him a couple more weeks before pushing him into the everyday Major League lineup.
|Matt Pagnozzi
|If the Braves go with Major League experience, then Pagnozzi could be their guy. He's played parts of three seasons in the Majors with St. Louis, Colorado and Pittsburgh, amassing only 83 plate appearances. He's the nephew of MLB veteran catcher Tom Pagnozzi, so he's got a good pedigree, and combined with his MLB experience he's been talked about as probably the top candidate for the job.
|Braeden Schlehuber
|Shlay-hoober is the organizational catcher a rung below Kennelly in the Atlanta system. He's a good defender, offers a little more offense than Kennelly, and pitchers like throwing to him. But like Kennelly he not going to blow your socks off.
|Jose Yepez
|The Braves don't have J.C. Boscan in camp this year, but they might as well since Jose Yepez is about the same. Yepez is a 31-year-old minor league veteran of 12 seasons, a good defender and handler of pitchers, and a better hitter than Boscan. Fredi has mentioned him as a possibility, and he would certainly be the veteran option, and deserving of a shot at his age. He should have as good a chance as anyone on this list to be the early season backup. Based on his 12 year quest to get the Majors, I'm rooting for him to make it.
|Arrow Key:
|= Chance of making the team is good.
|= Chance of making the team is slightly better than 50-50.
|= Chance of making the team is slightly worse than 50-50.
|= Chance of making the team is bad.
The rest of the team reports on Thursday, we'll have an MTM that day with all the other positional battles.


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Traditional Jewish symbolism gets a sci-fi twist as Isaac the robot helps light a San Francisco public menorah on the seventh night of Hanukkah.
Traditional Jewish symbolism gets a sci-fi twist as Isaac the robot helps light a San Francisco public menorah on the seventh night of Hanukkah.
A group of European rabbis wants Apple to remove the long-running, anti-Semitic hoax known as "The Protocols of the Elders of Zion."
Britain's chief rabbi says Apple's co-founder helped create a selfish culture. He says that Jobs "came down from the mountain with two tablets."
A Connecticut man snags an online shopping bargain for under $200 and then actually returns the small fortune he discovers inside.
Where else but Comic-Con would you find Sonic Screwdrivers at a Sabbath table? A Shabbat "un-networking event" that got its start at SXSW comes to the massive geek-fest.
The Web site eScapegoating lets you anonymously share your sins with the digital world. It's like PostSecret for the Yom Kippur set.
This Indiegogo campaign hopes to bring a small, keychain-friendly blood-alcohol meter to market. Just plug it into your phone and blow.
Don't look for an Android-powered Wall-E anytime soon, but Google's recent move toward robotics signals a big momentum shift getting under way.
The Telephonetto has a camera and audio player, but turns off videos and Web access to help religious Jewish teens resist digital temptation.


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If our experience is any indication, everything you've heard about the service on Holland America is 100% true. The staff of this ship was constantly pleasant, punctual and perfectionist. Management must be doing something very right to have such a dedicated, loyal workforce.
We are major foodies, so this was a major factor in our decision. Word has it that aside from the Luxury class ships, this is about as good as it gets. We were quite satisfied. Not blown away, but again, we have high standards, and pride ourselves on knowing all the best hidden gems in our locale, so to say we were happy is a solid recommendation for most.
The main dining room provides excellent options for pretty much every meal, all beautifully presented and served with an authentic smile.
Lido's buffet options were relatively impressive, and their nearly all-day access was great for an anytime snack.
The only premium dining area we visited was Tamarind, and it was exquisite. They served an exciting blend of what seemed to be a blend of Thai, Vietnamese and Japanese style cuisine that went above and beyond our expectations.
The pizza stand, open on the back deck until half past midnight, was -- well, it wasn't amazing, but midnight pizza is great in any form as far as I'm concerned.
Being our first cruise, I'm not sure the level of quality I should expect for shipboard entertainment, but overall this was probably our least favorite part of the cruise. We enjoyed attending the events for the sake of novelty, but the talent level just didn't seem to befit our excellent experience. I do realize, however, that much of this may be a subjective call. We were much younger than most on the cruise (28 vs primarily a boomer/retiree audience) so it's possible we just weren't the target for these shows. In exception were the smaller "game show" events in the Lounge, which were pretty funny at times, and the on-going commentary from the Cruise Director "JT" - his sense of humor was welcomed and enjoyed throughout the trip, and seemed very accessible to any audience.
My laptop battery is dying as I write this, so I will attempt to come back and finish another time. LOVED this trip though -- definitely recommended!!!


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A late-night crash in Richmond injured a Kentucky State Police trooper Tuesday.
The crash happened around 11:00 p.m. on Barnes Mill Road, near the I-75 ramp.
State Police said the driver of an SUV caused the two-car collision that involved one of their own troopers.
The trooper suffered a minor injury to his hand but was otherwise OK.
Barnes Mill Road was shut down for nearly an hour while crews got the area cleaned up.
Troopers said wet roads likely played a factor in the crash.
No charges are expected.
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Serena Williams used powerful serves and big winners to beat Agnieszka Radwanska in three sets to capture the Wimbledon singles championship Saturday (she'll team with sister Venus to try for the doubles championship later in the evening), and reflected on the long road it took to win her 14th Grand Slam singles title, and first since she won at the All-England Club in 2010. From the Sports Illustrated story on her win:
"I can't even describe it. I almost didn't make it," Williams said. "A few years ago, you know, I was in the hospital, and now I'm here again. It's so worth it, and I'm so happy."
Shortly after winning [in 2010], Williams cut her feet on glass at a restaurant, leading to a series of health problems, including being hospitalized for clots in her lungs.
"I never dreamt of being here again, being so down," Williams said. "Never give up. You can continue."
It was quite the turn of events since just a month ago, she was bounced from the French Open in the first round, the first time that happened at a major since she just started on tour as a teenager. Now, she has to be viewed as among the favorites in the Olympics later this month — which also happen to be held at the All-England club.
A full Wimbledon 2012 scoreboard can be found at SI.com.
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During summer Alanna Adkins and Alexa Michalec spend a lot of time outside. They say bug spray is a must.
"So you don't get bug bites," said Michalec, who lives in Cedar Rapids.
"They itch," said Adkins, who also lives in Cedar Rapids.
Mosquito bites can also cause diseases, like West Nile Virus. Health officials say using a spray with DEET or lemon oil with eucalyptus protects best against mosquitoes.
"Insect repellent is very effective," said Jim Hodina, Linn County Public Health Department. "Repellent with DEET, the percentage, the higher the percentage the more effective is usually is."
One man in Linn County has contracted West Nile already. It was the first human case in Iowa this year. Symptoms are flu-like, and so is the treatment. If you contract the disease you need to get lots of rest and fluids.
If untreated, West Nile can cause severe problems.
"It could advance more into a meningitis or encephalitis and it can effect your nervous system," said Barbara Chadwick, Linn County Public Health Department. "That's when it becomes really serious business."
Less than one percent of humans who contract West Nile will have severe reactions.
Officials say you should avoid being outside at dusk and dawn when possible. That's when mosquitoes are most active. When you are outside, wear long sleeves and pants when you can, and of course, bring the bug spray.
You should also get rid of standing water around your home. That's where mosquitoes lay eggs. Clear water from buckets, bird baths, pool covers and anywhere else water can collect.


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PLATTSBURGH — The upheaval at Plattsburgh Housing Authority has raised some questions in the community about staff size and pay at the agency.
Members of the Housing Authority Board of Commissioners won't talk about Executive Director Lori Cantwell's dismissal or any aspect of the agency since she was removed from the post.
Plattsburgh Housing Authority has more than 800 units providing housing for income-eligible families and senior citizens. Funds to operate the program are provided by the federal Housng and Urban Development program.
The Press-Republican filed a Freedom of Information Law request with the Housing Authority to find out the number of employees on staff and what they are paid.
Cantwell was hired at a salary of $127,173 but was making $171,870 at the time she was let go about a year and a half later. She has been replaced by an acting executive director.
The 34 staff members also include housing specialists, maintenance workers, accountants, teacher's aides, clerks and typists, an education coordinator and several other positions.
Salaries range from a high of $80,000 for the acting executive director to a low of $28,309 for building maintenance helpers.
The total payroll is $1,537,467, not including Cantwell's salary.
The building maintenance supervisor makes $73,454, and the acting assistant to the executive director gets $68,000.
The network and systems coordinator is paid $66,545, and the educational coordinator makes $60,359.
A senior building maintenance worker makes $51,085, and a senior stenographer is paid $47,211.
One accountant makes $66,587 and another, $56,017.
Two teacher aides make $34,416 and $33,324, respectively.
City of Plattsburgh Mayor Donald Kasprzak, who appoints the commissioners to the Plattsburgh Housing Authority Board, said an audit of the agency should be requested to see of all of the positions are needed.
"I don't believe the number of employees and their salaries were at these levels a few years ago," he told the Press-Republican.
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Holiday gift giving…so much fun to give… not so much fun paying the bills.
It is so easy to get caught up in the Holiday season….the festivities, the lights, the food!! And then, of course, there's the egg nog…all of which makes it just a little easier to say, "What the heck," and buy this or that (or both this and that) for a loved one, all because of the excitement that come at the end of the year.
Then each January, millions of Americans begin to feel the pain (and regret) of their holiday extravagance as the credit card bills start rolling in. And each of those same Americans wonder, "How can I avoid this next time?" Some folks make an infamous New Year's resolution to prepare for the coming holiday season. But preparation translates to budgeting, and the question of how to create a holiday budget has been a longstanding and seemingly daunting task for most people.
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WORK IDEAS - You see your co-workers more than you see your spouse or children. Feel obligated to get them something for the holidays? Make it a group offering and save those dollars for your real family…
KIDS - These little rascals can be the hardest to please – they are under a lot of pressure from their peers, plus they are highly influenced but the targeted ads on TV around the holidays. They all want everything, and you want to give it to them, so what do you do…?
Most of all, remember this….it really IS the thought that counts. No one is under any obligation to give anything other than kindness all year long. Hopefully, any gifts you give are for those to whom you are closest, and for that matter, anyone who cares about you will not want you to go into debt just to fulfill a supposed gift-giving obligation. Be honest with yourself and your loved ones and do not ignore your limits.
In fact, one final gift which is appropriate for everyone and can mean the most is to write down for each individual on your list what you would give them if money was no object….A Wish List! Think hard about the other person's tastes and interest and personalize your ideas. This can wind up being the best gift of all!
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NEW ORLEANS - There is a school in town geared at building self-esteem and confidence in young people through their love for fashion.
The Fashion Institute of New Orleans hosts a special fashion show this week that will showcase their designs.
Tiffany Crawford with the District Two Community Enhancement Corporation, which overseas FINO, was in the studio with two students, Jattir Farve and Jashon Butler.
FINO's fashion show and concert is Thursday at 7 p.m. at Generations Hall.
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Tea leaves into KW's comments about mgr points more to Davey than Sandy, as he addresses need to wait if guy's involved in playoffs.—
Brett Ballantini (@CSNChi_Beatnik) September 27, 2011
If Alomar was KW's top choice–he says he has one–he wouldn't need to make that caveat.—
Brett Ballantini (@CSNChi_Beatnik) September 27, 2011
Officially remove Buddy Bell from list of potential W Sox managers. He's happy in player development role per K Williams.—
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UPDATE #2: More Ballantini:
Martinez has the toughness and pedigree to appeal to Williams. Likewise his mentorship under universally-admired mentor Joe Maddon and Tampa Bay's success with maximizing roster potential. But reading the tea leaves of Williams' pregame comments on Tuesday, where, unsolicited, he mentioned that his "clear choice" might not be hired by the World Series because his choice might be involved.
"We have to wait and see who the players are in the World Series and if there's someone on a playoff team that I ultimately might want to talk to, it might have to drag a little bit."
For those who feel Williams is leaning toward Sandy Alomar Jr., the Cleveland Indians are not in the playoffs; unless the GM is initiating heavy subterfuge and misdirection, he's already told us that his top candidate is in playoff contention. …
KW hinted that they won't be looking for a big ticket acquisition this winter—
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Red, white and blue....and......motorcycles?
It's all part of the annual fallen heroes family ride which take place this weekend. It's for a great cause, helping those that have lost someone in either Iraq or Afghanistan.
Last year close to 500 bikers participated.
"This cause is basically to raise awareness that the war is not over and families have paid a great sacrifice, they've lost a loved one," says Malisa Regenos an organizer. All the money raised by the event is divided equally between the families in Northern Indiana that lost a loved one in Iraq or Afghanistan.
The ride will start at the Wal-Mart on Portage Avenue in South Bend and ends up at American Legion Post 308 in Osceola. Sign up is this Sunday morning at the Wal-Mart. The ride starts at 11am.
For more information on the ride and how it benefits people in our area, go to there website by clicking here.
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Notes: Escobar eyes quick return
Pitcher had injury trouble from the beginning of camp
LOS ANGELES -- Based on how Kelvim Escobar reported to camp this spring, his current setback falls in line with expectations.A strained right elbow has forced the Angels starter to open the season on the 15-day disabled list with the move retroactive to March 31, the day after his last spring appearance. Escobar got a slow start in the desert as he worked through a tight right shoulder. He didn't throw until Feb. 27 and did not make his first spring start until March 15. Escobar progressed from that point and did not have any further pain or soreness in his shoulder, but manager Mike Scioscia believes this latest setback is related to his delayed spring. "It's really nothing out of the ordinary other than normal Spring Training soreness," Scioscia said. "If Kelvim would have had a normal spring, he would have absorbed this." Escobar said he already feels better after shutting it down for the last few days and does not believe his stint on the DL will extend beyond the minimum. He is eligible to come off April 15 when the Angels face the A's in Oakland, which coincides with Escobar's turn in the rotation. If that is the case, he'll miss only one start. "I think it is the best move for now," Escobar said. "Make sure everything is 100 percent when I start pitching." In 1996, when he was in the Blue Jays organization, Escobar had surgery to remove bone chips in his elbow and in 1998, he spent some time on the DL with elbow inflammation. This time, Escobar said he woke up with soreness in his elbow, but that has since subsided and he feels confident that he'll recover quickly. "It's a minor setback because I felt good in my three games in Spring Training," Escobar said. Scioscia said they are in "calm-down mode" for the next couple of days, after which they will reevaluate and determine when Escobar can resume throwing. "It's a matter of days, not weeks," Scioscia said. Moving up: Kevin Gregg has been bumped out of the bullpen and into the rotation to take Escobar's No. 5 slot. The right-hander started two games this spring, posting a 1-0 mark with a 2.00 ERA in a total of six appearances. Gregg tossed about 45 pitches in his last outing and will pitch in the intrasquad game at Rancho Cucamonga on Monday where he will increase his pitch count to about 65-70. Scioscia feels that will be enough for Gregg to handle the 80-85 pitches necessary to go at least five innings when he faces the Royals in the regular season Saturday. Gregg went 2-0 with a 1.35 ERA in three outings as a starter in 2003. He was 5-2 with a 4.21 ERA last season in 55 appearances for the Angels, all in relief.
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"I think Paul did today what he's done all spring," Scioscia said. "He changes speeds and hits his spots. We need him to pitch like that in 30-plus starts this season."
Two of the three hits Byrd allowed were solo homers, but he was unaffected afterward.
"I gave up a few home runs today. I wanted to make sure before the season starts that the fastball out over the plate is still a bad pitch," Byrd joked. "You never know when this game might change."
High praise: The Angels led the American League last season with the fewest errors, edging Oakland and Toronto by one, 91-90.Some new faces have been added to the defense. Newcomers include center fielder Steve Finley and shortstop Orlando Cabrera. At third will be a combo of Robb Quinlan and Dallas McPherson, when the rookie returns from a herniated disk, while Chone Figgins will fill in at second until Adam Kennedy returns. Gone are David Eckstein, Jose Guillen and Troy Glaus, but Scioscia believes this team is an upgrade in the field. "I think we're better defensively, but maybe not as much projected power," Scioscia said. "We set up better at a number of positions." On deck: The Angels will play an intrasquad game at Rancho Cucamonga on Monday in preparation for Tuesday's season opener against the Rangers. Right-hander Bartolo Colon gets the Opening Day start at 7:05 p.m. PT against Texas right-hander Ryan Drese.
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ASSE Virginia Members Discuss Distracted Driving Concerns at Local Event
RICHMOND, VA (April 4, 2012) – Virginia American Society of Safety Engineers' (ASSE) members concerned about the increase in distracted driving roadway crashes have released a new "How to Avoid Distracted Driving" tool and web site at http://www.asse.org/newsroom/safetytips/distracteddriving.php and will be host to a meeting on the topic for their occupational safety, health and environmental professional members in conjunction with DRIVE SMART Virginia on April 16th in Richmond.
As April's Distracted Driving Awareness month begins, ASSE members are reminding drivers that their vehicle is a machine weighing anywhere from 3,000 pounds and more which can cause major damage, especially while traveling at roadway speeds.
ASSE Colonial Virginia Chapter President Katheryn Redfern, of Glen Allen, Virginia, noted, "Research by the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute showed that 80 percent of crashes studied involved driver inattention within three seconds of the crash. Keep in mind that if your distraction event at 40 miles per hour (mph) includes text messaging or something similar, the eye can be off the road for 4.7 to 5.0 seconds, enough time to travel up to 294 feet. What's worse is that you still haven't started to react and begin breaking.
"You certainly don't want to stray into another lane meeting someone else at 40 mph traveling in the opposite direction," Redfern noted.
As part of Distracted Driving Awareness month, on Monday, April 16th, Dr. Lori Rice, of Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), will discuss how to reduce distracted driving among employees at an ASSE Colonial Virginia Chapter meeting with DRIVE SMART Virginia, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Virginia Farm Bureau in Richmond. Dr. Rice, an industry expert on behavioral driving issues, notes that 80 percent of all crashes and 65 percent of all near crashes are caused by distracted driving. As transportation crashes are the number one cause of on-the-job deaths and as many employees not only commute by passenger cars to work but also drive as part of their job, this is a major work safety issue for ASSE members.
The ASSE Transportation Practice Specialty (TPS) group developed a 'Distracted Driving Avoidance Tips' sheet for ASSE members and the public. The TPS works daily on fleet transportation safety protecting their employees by developing and implementing driver safety programs as well as commercial vehicle safety maintenance programs. Most work for companies that have long standing 'driver safety' company policies which include banning in-vehicle cell phone use and other distracted driving activities.
Statistics show that 500,000 people are injured each year and another 6,000 are killed by drivers who are distracted, particularly by their phone. Young drivers are more likely to be killed in distraction-related crashes, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). In addition, a recent Governor's Highway Safety Association (GHSA) report found an increase in teen driver roadway crash fatalities in the first six months of 2011, illustrating a need to increase awareness about the dangers of distracted driving especially for teens.
"Life can change in a second. Consider this — you're doing yard work one warm spring day and your, let's say, mother decides to go to the store to get some garlic bread to go with the spaghetti being made for dinner," ASSE President Terrie S. Norris, CSP, ARM, CSPI, said today. "While still in the yard you hear a car pulling into the driveway and think your mother has returned from shopping. But, as you lift your head you see it's a police car instead. The policeman slowly gets out of the car and tells you the bad news – your mother died when the driver of another car, while texting, veered into the wrong lane and slammed into her car. She died instantly, he says.
"In the span of about one hour you went from gardening, joking with your mother to being told she is dead. Then you have to tell the bad news to your family and friends. So instead of enjoying a spring spaghetti dinner that night, you and your family are planning a funeral," Norris said. "This happens several times a day around the world and the pain of such an incident lasts forever. Roadway crashes, fatalities and injuries caused by distracted drivers must stop now."
ASSE TPS members Earnest F. Harper, CSP, DABFE, DABFET, CFC, and Timothy C. Healey note people should realize there are clear physical dynamics involved that can be dangerous when one is operating a large machine like a car and take their eyes off the wheel, even for a few seconds.
"At 40 mph you are traveling 58.7 feet-per-second (fps) meaning that in the 2.9 seconds it takes for that eye glance, looking away from the road ahead, to reach for something you will have traveled 170 feet (58.7fps x 2.9s). At 60 mph, you are moving at 88 fps," Harper noted. "During that 2.9 second 'glance' away from what you are driving into, you have traveled over 255 feet."
"In either case, at these common speeds, each is more than enough time to end up being several feet under that slow moving tractor-trailer rig ahead of you that you didn't see," Healey noted. "And in a 40 mph crash a 100 pound person or child who isn't wearing a seat belt will hit the dash board with a force of 2.6 tons, and a 3,000 pound car crashing at 40 mph will experience a crash force of 80.28 tons reducing any chance of surviving."
ASSE members suggest to avoid distracted driving one should: Program your device so you do not answer and notify the caller that you will be driving and are not available to respond at the moment. In an emergency, family should know to call 911 or other family members. If family or certain individuals urgently need to reach you, devise a procedure such as three rings, hang up, wait two minutes and call again, repeat once to allow time to pull over safely; Know your route in advance and, if using a navigation system, pre-program it; Prepare the vehicle cab and yourself for driving, including your management of any distraction, be they inside or outside of your vehicle; and, Focus on driving: Maintain safe spacing or move to a less obstructed lane.
Virginia ASSE members urge motorists to put their phone down, or simply turn it off when they're in the car, avoid eating and other distractions, and program the GPS before you leave.
The Colonial Virginia Chapter offers localized membership services, networking and professional development opportunities through seminars, conferences, meetings and newsletters. Members are professionals from throughout Central Virginia who work in the safety field, dedicating their time and expertise to protecting fellow workers from injuries on the job. The group meets monthly in the Richmond metropolitan area, to network, learn and share experiences and best practices with others. Go to http://colonialva.asse.org/ for more information.
Founded in 1911, the Des Plaines, IL-based ASSE is the oldest professional safety organization and is committed to protecting people, property and the environment. It has more than 34,000 occupational safety, health and environmental professional members. For more information on distracted driving please go to http://www.asse.org/practicespecialties/transportation/, http://www.distraction.gov/ , http://www.drivesmartva.org or www.asse.org/newsroom/safetytips/distracteddriving.php.
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It's NOT a tie.
by Virginia Liberal, Wed Jun 04, 2008 at 12:29:00 PM EDT
The nomination process held every four years by the DNC is a race for delegates, not a race for the popular vote. The DNC (and RNC) does not have a "one vote - one person" nomination process. In a race for delegates, the popular vote is, and has always been, a meaningless metric.