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MM: I thought the Duke could be a Las Vegas star who has his own fabulous casino and puts on shows, who entertains the masses, makes a lot of money, and provides entertainment for his gigantic entourage, of which Rigoletto is a part — an important part, because he keeps everyone happy and is constantly throwing barbs around. In 1960, when our production is set, Las Vegas sort of shifted. The Mob started to become more clearly affiliated with the town, there was a major influx of Arab money, and there was also a real shift in the relationship to women. It was a sensibility that women were there as sexual objects. Rigoletto has this beautiful daughter whom he loves, and he's trying to keep her protected from all of the temptation and the sex and the drugs and the booze and the money and the organized crime and all the cultural decadence of the day — it just seemed that the story really lined up when I looked at it that way.
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Havana was the scene of the "first congress of the Cuban dissident movement†on May 20-21, 2005. Organized, planned and financed by the United States and the Cuban extreme right in Florida and broadly covered by the media, this meeting did not achieve the expected success and impact. This new provocation elaborated by Washington with the aim of bringing about a reaction by the revolutionary government was a spectacular failure. Though it had a colossal budget, the congress, which was supposed to bring together close to 360 "dissident†organizations, each one comprising thousands of activists according to organizers, was barely able to draw a hundred people with deep internal divisions as a backdrop. Furthermore, the meeting took place without any intervention by Cuban authorities, even though during the weeks leading up to the gathering the "dissidents†had denounced repressive maneuvers that never happened.1
The United States Congress itself participated in the staging of this meeting. In effect, a House subcommittee passed a resolution supporting the Assembly for the Promotion of Civil Society (APCS) of Martha Beatriz Roque, controversial president of the rally.2 Further, the U.S. government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), provided a budget of $6 million to the extremist Miami organization, Grupo de Apoyo a la Democracia, in order to help finance the gathering.3
The "dissident†demonstration was able to proceed without incident and in the presence of several foreign diplomats and journalists, which contradicts the allegations of government repression. So it is that the ambassadors of Poland and the Czech Republic participated in the meeting. Forming part of the strategy of destabilizing Cuban society orchestrated by Washington, Roque's organization also included among its affiliates the tiny Miami terrorist group, Alpha 66, responsible for several bloody attacks on the Cuban population.4
Several other "dissident†organizations strongly criticized the meeting held by Roque. For example, Yacel Benitez, representative of a homosexual movement, stated that "this assembly is to raise money for [Roque] to live on and not to overthrow the Castro regime.â€5 Oswaldo Payá, leader of the Christian Liberation Movement, formally accused Roque of being at the service of the Bush administration and of acting against the interests of the Cuban people: "We will not go to the May 20 meeting because it is a fraud against the opposition.â€6
The small number of participants is illustrative of the world of the "dissident movement.†Effectively, the United States and the "groups of human rights activists†at its service want to give the impression of an opposition that is numerous and representative of Cuban society. In reality, the figure announced by Roque of 360 organizations is fictitious, since it turns out that certain people who make up the lucrative "opposition business†headed several associations at the same time and were the only members of these groups.
Luis Posada Carriles, one of the most dangerous criminals in the Western Hemisphere, currently in the U.S., called the congress "historic and significant†and publicly supported it.7 The international press, strangely complaisant (with some exceptions) about the presence of an individual deeply implicated in international terrorism, did not bother to question the complicity of the U.S. authorities in this scandal.
The European Union, so prone to lending itself to Washington's maneuvers against Cuba, sank into a deafening silence regarding Posada Carriles some weeks after voting against a resolution before the Geneva Human Rights Commission which asks for an impartial UN investigation into the U.S. naval base at Guantánamo.8 Apparently it is easier to lecture to a besieged island than to respect ethical principles in the face of a hegemonic superpower.
The congress of "dissidents†passed a resolution perfectly aligned with U.S. policy against Cuba. Ninoska Pérez Castellón, founder of the tiny extremist group, Cuba Liberty Council, said that the common position perfectly matched the expectations of Miami exiles. "It's fantasticâ€, she declared, since "many things they advocated for in the document are things the exiles have been asking for, for a long time. It is a demonstration that the exiles in Miami are not different than the dissidents in Cubaâ€.9
This confession only illustrates what Cuban authorities have denounced for a long time. The "dissident†groups on the island are no different from the extremist heirs of Batista who advocate terrorist violence and the continuation of economic sanctions against the Cuban people. In reality, they submit themselves to the U.S. government and are completely under the control of James Cason, diplomatic representative of Washington in Havana. The latter, present in order to supervise the smooth staging of the protest, declared he was happy to attend "an act of democracy in action.â€10
Even the president of the United States himself sent a video message to the gathering on the outskirts of Havana, in order to congratulate the people who collaborate with his aggressive policies. "The tide of freedom is spreading across the globe, and one day soon, it will reach Cuban shoresâ€, exclaimed George Bush. The attendees enthusiastically applauded the speech of the White House resident, shouting "Viva Bush!â€11 When speaking of the "tide of freedomâ€, perhaps Bush was alluding to that which fell on Afghanistan or Iraq.
Beatriz Roque, who openly said she supported the economic sanctions which strangle the Cuban population, ended the congress declaring her satisfaction for "having fulfilled [her] duty to [the] nationâ€, which consists of serving Washington's imperial policies for a few dollars.12 It matters little if that leads to a military invasion of Cuba. Furthermore, she even asked for a return to the democratic traditions in force before the triumph of the revolution, that is to say the bloody Batista regime, as well as the elites who supported him who are now in Florida. Evidently, she also praised capitalism as a development model.13
The international press was offended by the expulsion of several foreign parliamentarians and journalists who came to attend the meeting.14 Nevertheless, it neglected to mention the reasons which led the Cuban authorities to reject the presence of these people. Indeed, around 13 people were expelled due to their illegal activities. Holding only a tourist visa, which prohibits participation in political meetings, they tried to join the congress in violation of Cuban law. This type of incident, which occurs daily, usually passes unnoticed, but enjoys a notable media reaction when it takes place in Cuba. Furthermore, this media manipulation is grotesque since it does not explain why numerous international journalists and political figures were able to attend the "dissident movement†event in complete legality.15
So it is that the indignation of variable geometry of the European media lacks credibility and only reinforces the ideological character of its position.16 The media were not scandalized when Switzerland barred anti-globalization activists from its territory or when Spain blockaded nearly 8,000 European citizens on its border during the summit of the heads of state of the European Union in March 2002. Human rights activists who have relations with the Zapatistas are regularly expelled from Mexico without any media reaction. In November 2003, for example, the Aznar government denied a visa to the Cuban vice minister of education, Rodolfo Alarcón, invited by the Conference of Presidents of Spanish Universities (CRUE).17
It is also appropriate to ask how the French and Spanish governments would react if politicians from Latin America came to support the Basque separatists, for example. At the same time that certain European diplomats claimed they had been denied a visa to go to Cuba, the United States denied entry to its territory to Omar Mora, president of the Venezuelan Supreme Court. The latter, who wanted to go to Washington to request the extradition of Posada Carriles, did not obtain the precious document. In order to justify this, U.S. authorities surreally invoked an antiterrorist law. The news was ignored by the European press.18
The meeting of a hundred people, brought together by the United States with tens of thousands of dollars to protest against the Cuban government, was enough to unleash a state of emergency in the heart of the world's editorial boards. At the same time, the protests of thousands of Latin Americans, regularly repressed by violent actions (as in the case of the Brazilian landless workers' movement, the Argentinean unemployed or the Bolivian miners) qualify, at most, for a miniscule notice in the international press. Nothing is surprising at a time when manipulation of Cuban reality has become a daily obsession.
1 Rui Ferreira, « Grito de 'libertad' de disidentes en Cuba », El Nuevo Herald, May 21, 2005.
2 El Nuevo Herald, « Resolución apoya reunión de disidentes », April 21, 2005.
3 Wilfredo Cancio Isla, « Millonaria ayuda para la democracia en Cuba », El Nuevo Herald, May 13, 2005.
4 El Nuevo Herald, « Actividad febril para la reunión de disidentes », May 14, 2005.
5 Andrea RodrÃguez, « Disidentes cubanos se preparan para un controvertido congreso », El Nuevo Herald, May 13, 2005.
6 Rui Ferreira, « Expectativa por reunión de disidentes en Cuba », El Nuevo Herald, May 20, 2005.
7 Andrea RodrÃguez, « Cuba : Luchas internas y presión oficial opacan cita de disidentes », El Nuevo Herald, May 19, 2005.
8 Granma, « Unión Europea presionó y votó en contra de investigar situación situación de prisioneros en Guantánamo », April 21, 2005. www.granma.cu/espanol/2005/abril/juev21/18ginebra.html (site consulted April 22 2005) ; Granma, « Escandaloso voto de UE en Ginebra refleja incapacidad de seguir polÃtica propia », April 22, 2005. www.granma.cu/espanol/2005/abril/vier22/18decla.html (site consulted April 23, 2005) ; Alexander G. Higgins, « Comisión de la ONU rechaza pedido de Cuba sobre Guantánamo », El Nuevo Herald, April 21, 2005.
9 Nancy San Martin, « Castro Foes Outline Reform Vision », The Miami Herald, May 23, 2005.
10 Rui Ferreira, « Grito de 'libertad' de disidentes en Cuba », op.cit.
11 Nancy San Martin, « 'A Triumph' in Cuba as Dissidents Gather », The Miami Herald, May 21, 2005.
12 Andrea RodrÃguez, « Dissidents' Havana Organizing Proceeds, Undisturbed », The Miami Herald, May 23, 2005.
13 The Miami Herald, « General Resolution of the Assembly to Promote Civil Society in Cuba », May 23, 2005.
14 Le Monde, « L'UE hausse le ton contre Cuba », May 21, 2005.
15 Le Monde, « La répression s'intensifie à Cuba à l'occasion d'un congrès d'opposants », May 20, 2005.
16 El Nuevo Herald, « Fustigan la expulsión de diputados y periodistas », May 23, 2005.
17 Pascual Serrano, « Esos que se indignan por la expulsiones cubanas », Cuba Debate, May 22, 2005.
18 The Miami Herald, « U.S. Revokes Judge's Visa », May 28, 2005.

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Maybe Jason "Mayhem" Miller was in on the whole thing. Maybe he purposely pulled an Andy Kaufman, and he's sitting back chuckling to himself right now at the flood of incredulous responses he's inevitably receiving. I say maybe, because I don't actually think that's true. But, I guess, I'd like to believe it is. Because the alternative is tragic.
I don't pretend to have a degree in psychology. I won't act like I have a deep knowledge or understanding of mental illness. Like any medical layman, any sense I have on the subject is derived purely from life experiences. With that, all I can say is in watching Miller's bizarre, belligerent appearance on yesterday's episode of The MMA Hour, the uneasy pit in my stomach swelled larger and larger until it felt like it was going to burst.
Our world today is incomparably voyeuristic. We carry super-powered computers in our pockets, and the immediacy of everything tends to have a dehumanizing effect. Miller was widely chided for his lethargic UFC performances, gawked at after a stark retirement interview, and then giggled at when the words "Naked" and "Church" rolled through the headlines. Put everything together, and yesterday's show was going to be a telling moment in this man's life. And willingly or unwillingly, he chose to present himself in that way; to fly across the country, swear at an old, concerned friend and generally act like a very sick man.
The "Mayhem" personality has always seemed like an outlet for Miller's flamboyance, but lately it seems as if the gap between the two is eerily close. Like I said, I really do hope it was just a bad joke on Miller's part. I hope somebody close to him sits him down and explains how needlessly distant from reality it all was. Because if not, and it was a genuine cry for help, it doesn't seem as if we're headed towards a pleasant ending to this story.
Mayhem walks out. In his first interview in months, Jason "Mayhem" Miller engaged in an unsettling back-and-forth with Ariel Helwani as Lucky Patrick, Miller's character from the film Here Comes the Boom. Miller refused to break character numerous times throughout the interview, before eventually becoming belligerent, climbing on top of the desk, throwing objects and storming out of the studio shouting expletives.
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Bellator, Spike TV announces casting call. Bellator Fighting Championships announced an open casting call for its upcoming Spike TV reality show, to be held on November 10 at the American Top Team Gym in Coconut Creek, FL. Lightweight and welterweight fighters over the age of 21, with at least three professional wins and a minimum of a .500 win percentage are invited to attend.
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New yark ain't that bad @markcuban kicked me off his show today too. I'm 86d from more places than I can go #Patrick— lucky patrick (@mayhemmiller) October 8, 2012
I'm 86d from White Castle, the spearimint hippo, and all the @starbucks. Can't watch #BOOM in an Edwards, waiting for it at dolla movies— lucky patrick (@mayhemmiller) October 8, 2012
I don't Evan look at what your replying with, because the only opinion that mattas is Mine. Patrick. Watch me smash Kevin Jim 10/12 #boom— lucky patrick (@mayhemmiller) October 8, 2012
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"@arielhelwani: Here is the video of @mayhemmiller's bizarre appearance on today's #themmahour -- youtube.com/watch?v=_1tIRM…" I hope he's ok— Duane Ludwig (@DUANEBANGCOM) October 8, 2012
Looks like I'm hanging up the gloves for good. It was fun, but time to move on. Sux that it ended like that. Now startn the next chapter!!— Shane Roller (@shaneroller) October 8, 2012
Thank you for all of your support and I apologize to my friends, family and fans that had to see me lose that way. I just got out of the dr— Travis Browne (@travisbrowneMMA) October 8, 2012
And they said I tore my hamstring, ill be out for 2-4 months. Luckily no surgery. Thank you again for your support. Ill be back stronger!— Travis Browne (@travisbrowneMMA) October 8, 2012
Just FYI - if you're allergic to shell fish you're also allergic to roaches. We found that out the hard way on Fear Factor— Joe Rogan (@joerogan) October 8, 2012
Announced yesterday (Monday, October 8, 2012):
- Strikeforce: Sara McMann (6-0) out with injury opposite Liz Carmouche (7-2)
Today's Fanpost of the Day comes from Michael Shulski, who offers a counterpoint with: I Can't Beat a Flyweight. I Still Don't Find Them as Entertaining
A recent fanpost entitled "You Can't Beat a Flyweight" introduced readers to the arrogance some fans hold toward the lighter weight classes. I have no delusion, despite the fact that I weigh 200 plus pounds, that I can beat a high level, professional fighter, at any weight class. In fact, I have less of a "punchers chance" when it comes to the lighter weight fighters. They are just that fast. I agree with the article that the delusion that larger, non-pro fighter "Joes" can beat smaller guys exists. However, there are other reasons why the lighter divisions aren't catching on with fans like they should be. I will explain this after the jump.
1) It's a blow to most guys' egos to admit they could be beaten by a man who could be all of half their size. This one goes without saying. The truth is that smaller fighters are really good at shooting takedowns on larger guys. The longer your legs, the more easy it is for a smaller guy to get in there and "dump you on your butt" so to speak. Most guys with longer legs don't have the sprawl of a Chuck Liddel or Anderson Silva. Likewise, we don't have the crazy trips of a Jon Jones.
2) Fighting styles in the lighter weight classes are more homogenized. So far, there have not been any really specialized fighters crossing over from disciplines other than freestyle wrestling. There aren't jiu-jitsu or submission grapplers specialized like a Demian Maia or a Paul Sass in these divisions as of yet. Let's hope that someone from boxing or high level jits crosses over to give diversity. So far, a majority of fighters in 125 and 135 are of the boxer-wrestler type. They also tend to point fight and not get as many subs or kos. Of course, there are fighters like Pickett and Barao who tend to be the exception rather than the rule.
3) The differences in body size, including height and muscularity, tend to be more homogenized in the lighter weight classes. We'll never see anything like Pat Barry vs. Stephan Struve in these divisions. Even the 155 division has guys more than half a foot taller than the other. Sean Sherk and Corey Hill come to mind. Many fans, myself included, like to see a shorter guy try to use footwork to beat a larger guy. It's part of what makes Jon Jones so interesting. The reach advantage. The lighter weight class are less likely to have discrepancies in reach advantages.
4) Finally, this has been touched on in other articles, the fact that these lighter weight fighters have yet to produce memorable fighters. Sure, Benavidez's and Johnson's similar life stories were compelling to me. Both could have turned to a life of crime. Unfortunately, for some odd reason, Johnson was relatively quiet and seemingly sedate at the press conference following his title win. Maybe it was fatigue. Ian McCall would have made a more colorful champion just because of his funky facial hair and nickname. Urishitani would have been the first full blooded Asian champ and an enigma to some. (Note: Machida, Penn and Benderson are half Asian). Maybe these guys can learn to market themselves like a Sonnen or Rampage?
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Sadie is a renowned Ultimate Wellness and Yoga expert and the founder of Core Strength Vinyasa Yoga. She travels internationally bringing a real-world mix of eastern and western techniques to her yoga and lifestyle teachings. Yoga Journal calls her a "star instructor" for her ability to inspire real transformation in body mind and heart.
Her 15 years of study in the yogic arts, energetics, eastern and western philosophy, nutrition, anatomy and Ninja training, attract students of all styles seeking to draw the powerful energy of Center into their yoga practice and their lives. Sadie's signature Core Poses amplify the benefits of any practice, as she directs her students to access and express themselves from that deep connection.
Her Total Body Transformation DVD series are #1 bestsellers on Amazon. Sadie is on the faculty at Omega and Kripalu, and tours with the Yoga Journal Conferences. She's the Ultimate Wellness and Yoga expert for the Dr. Oz based website phenomenon Sharecare.
Her accessible teaching style, down-to-earth yoga tips and centered-living tools are regularly covered by the national media including Elle, Glamour, Self, the New York Times, CNN, Yoga Journal. She's a regular blogger and columnist for national magazines like Yoga Journal, Martha Stewart's Whole Living Magazine, the Huffington Post and the Elephant Journal. Sadie is also the author of the life-shifting book, "The Road Trip Guide to the Soul" (Wiley, 2008) which is currently being produced as a TV show.
She is a prolific presence online with over 200 videos, 6 million views and 20,000 regular subscribers, as well as over 10,000 fans on Facebook. She lives and Oms in Brooklyn, New York and takes it on the road touring internationally sharing her gifts.
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You'll be 2 weeks to a cleaner, lighter, more toned body with renowned Ultimate Wellness and Yoga expert Sadie Nardini's real-world cleanse and yoga program! Simple to fit into your life, you'll totally transform toward your goals of fitness and radiance with Sadie's tried and tested tips and tools. Sadie lost 40 pounds doing this exact program and her style of yoga is becoming known for being one of the best weight loss and detoxing forms of exercise. Join her, and gain a whole new look--and outlook--in just 2 weeks.
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This is a great detox course - I did the program for 14 days, and saw an amazing result. There are some really great recipes too. Thank-you Sadie :)
The easy to follow and fully explained videos make for an excellent yoga course. The supplement drinks are an added bonus along with the lifestyle and dietary guidelines. And the ability to download all the materials for ongoing review is very useful and appreciated.
I only have time for this course a few times a week, but I always feel so relaxed afterwards. Also very yummy smoothie ideas
Plenty of great info on not only exercise, but also on how to act and what to eat in life. The yoga itself is quite repetitious witch is great for building strength and confidence. After only 1 week of the course I was twice as strong and confident! I am so close to doing a handstand for more than 7 seconds that I can taste it! .. or maybe that's just the power smoothie I taste ;)
I didn't lose much weight, about 3lbs in the entire 2 weeks, but at the same time I feel so much stronger than 2 weeks ago. I used to be very toned when playing high school sports, but fell out of routine the last few years. I can feel muscles I haven't felt in years, and it feels great! I did supplement breakfast or lunch with a smoothie, but I didn't do a great job cutting out fatty foods and such, which is probably why I didn't lose much. I'm going to keep doing these videos and the others she has on youtube, keep up the smoothies, and hopefully get better with my dinners :)


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– Wakefield held on to withstand a Wake Forest-Rolesville fourth quarter surge that ended just short of a two-point conversion Friday to beat the Cougars, 40-38, in the first round of the N.C. High School Athletic Association 4AA East football playoffs.
The post-season contest featured much of the back-and-forth action that may have been expected from the two teams' regular season meeting last month.
Wakefield (11-1) caught fire, scoring on five straight possessions, including three unanswered scores in the third quarter, but the Cougars put forth a 18-0 fourth quarter run to make it interesting down the stretch.
"I told them don't do that ever again," said Wakefield coach Rod Sink. "They're not going to quit. Some plays went their way a little bit. … I don't think we got too conservative. It was a game of breaks."
Two blocked point-after attempts put the Cougars down and in need of a two-point conversion in the final minutes, but the Wolverines halted Wake Forest-Rolesville running back Chris Love on the attempt with 1:20 remaining.
On the ensuing onside kick attempt, illegal touching was called on the Cougars, giving the Wolverines the ball to wind down the clock.
"If we do convert that two-point play, who knows what happens," said Wake Forest-Rolesville coach Reggie Lucas.
Wakefield won the week eight meeting between the two teams which ended up earning the Wolverines a No. 2 finish in the Cap Eight and home field advantage in the playoff match.
The teams traded spurts in the first half Friday. No. 7 seed Wakefield recovered from a fumble on its first possession to get on the board first with a 16-yard Chris Ballen touchdown reception, but the Cougars seized momentum later in the first quarter after Chris Leonard picked off a Connor Mitch pass. There was a little excitement between Wakefield and Wake Forest players on the Cougars sideline at the end of the play, which resulted in a 15-yard unsportsmanlike conduct penalty on the Wolverines.
No. 8 seed Wake Forest-Rolesville (9-3) took over on the 33 and used two plays to complete a 6-yard Chris Love score. They scored again on the next Wake Forest possession, this time with quarterback Mack Moore linking up with Cameron Fray.
The Wolverines offense went three-and-out in its next possession, but found the end zone on its next two with Mitch finding Ballen again and then capitalizing on a Wake Forest fumble which led to a Quinton Ridges 29-yard touchdown reception to lead 19-14 at the half. Mitch finished with 364 yards on 24 of 39 throws and five touchdowns. Ballen finished with 100 receiving yards and two scores, and Ridges led the Wolverines with 117 yards, including a 78-yard reception touchdown from Mitch.
Wake Forest quarterback Mack Moore completed 11 of 21 passes for 204 yards. The sophomore ran in a four-yard score of his own to pull the Cougars within two in the fourth.
Now the Wolverines head to 2011 state runner-up and No. 1 overall seed Garner next week to face the undefeated Trojans.
"We're going to their place and we haven't been a good road team," Sink said. "We have to go execute on offense and be very consistent."


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26 U.S. Code § 2051 - Definition of taxable estate
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I did pick up vol 8, the Path of Doggers, on a couple of occasions. I even made it through the bloated 44-page prologue 'Deceptive Appearances', in which various royals and wizards meet in a mighty convocation to sit astride dancing horses ('Tenobia gave a sudden, shocking laugh. Her gelding tried to dance', 23) and establish alliances to destroy the dragon; followed by a section in which an Aes Sedai called Verin Mathwin interrogates some people and inwardly waffles on and on. But though I had several goes at chapter one I couldn't get myself into it. And this despite promising sentences like:
East the wind blew across Tremalking, where the fair-skinned Amayar farmed their fields, and made fine glass and porcelain, and followed the peace of the Water Way.The wind did?
Why did I fail? Oh, why did I fail to polish off wotviii this week, I thought to myself, creasing my brow and tugging my braids. Since the Age of Legends I have been reading this bu'u'ook, as the ancient bound codices were called. White streaking my beard and hair, I stroked the mindtrap upon my bedside table. I must be careful, I thought. Careful. To take care. Three different skills were in play, the ancient art of readin, the even more ancient and venerable art, of which only a few dozen in the world were true masters, of Turnian Pages, and, most difficult of all preventing the bitter, lethal brain num that inevitably pursued any man who dared to channel the antique magic of this kind of readin. It could be fatal, brain num. Fatal, it could be. I tugged my braid. The old Ar Selbow proverb came back to me: readin should be a chore, not a pleasure. I thought, oh, but I've read so much! To give up now would be ... but I left the utterance an axe-handle short of completion. Was there room for any more? I tugged my braids. Hardly any hair left, I thought to myself. I wonder if tugging it all the time is responsible for it falling out? I wonder. I wonder.
It's only 560 pages long, too. Tch!


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Seven Mile Resorts Group - Endless Summer in Avalon
- bedrooms 8
- baths 7½
- sleeps 20
- pool yes
- hot tub yes
- pets allowed yes
- type House
- community
rates (USD)
/ night
$ 7,000 - $ 16,900 / week
vacation rental description
66 West 13th Street, Avalon, NJ 08202.
Built in 2009 by Seven Mile Custom Homes, LLC on an oversized 75' x 110' lot, this magnificent Avalon compound, is the perfect vacation "resort" for year round enjoyment!
8 BR, 7 Full Bath, 2 Half Bath, Outdoor Shower, Heated Pool, Pool Bar & Grille
4 Stop Elevator - access from driveway to all three interior floors of the property.
This property is located only a block and one-half from Avalon's pristine beaches and short stroll to its shopping district.
1st Floor: 4 Bedrooms
One King Bedroom with its own private Full Bath;
One Queen Bedroom with its own private Full Bath;
One Bedroom with Two Queen Beds and its own private Full Bath:
One Bedroom with Two Twin Beds and its own private Full Bath;
2nd Floor: 2 Bedrooms:
One Queen Bedroom with its own private Full Bath;
One Bedroom with Two Twin Beds and its own private Full Bath;
3rd Floor: 2 Bedrooms:
One Master King Bedroom with its own private Full Bath;
One Bedroom with Two Twin Beds - No Bath - must share another;
vacation rental location
property availability
- dates with deals
- unavailable dates
Last modified on 05-13-2014 at 1:02 PM.
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Charles Krafczek (609) 408-6799
house rental amenities
This property boasts eight (8) Bedrooms, 7 with their own custom private Bath, as well as two (2) half bathrooms and an exquisite solid mahogany outdoor shower. There are two king bedrooms, three queen bedrooms (one of which has two queen beds), three twin bedrooms with two twin beds per room, and two queen sleeper sofas. Each bedroom is very well appointed with luxurious bed linens and fine bath towels.
The main kitchen is complete with granite countertops, two sinks, a 48" built in refrigerator and freezer, two dishwashers, single wall convection oven and microwave, 4 burner range with griddle, a second convection oven, and an under-counter beverage center.
On the first floor overlooking a cozy covered porch and pool area there is also a full wet bar bar with dedicated ice-maker, bar sink, dishwasher, and under-counter beverage center. All appliances are GE Monogram stainless steel. There are also three separately zoned central heated / air conditioned spaces so our guests' comfort is never an issue.
The outdoor pool is heated for our guests' enjoyment from April through November - up to 102 degrees F. The fiber-optic lighting within the pool casts a chic glow to the pool area at night. During the winter our guests are also provided with seasoned firewood so that they may relax by the warm glow of a roaring fire in the main living room.
Just off of the pool there is a large covered pool bar with service refrigerator and BBQ Grill which is perfect for entertaining whether it be a family reunion, small wedding, or just a weekend getaway with friends.
In the garage you will find beach chairs, beach bikes and umbrellas so don't bother lugging any of these cumbersome items along. From Memorial Day to Labor Day our beach concierge will also set up beach chairs and umbrellas for you right on the beach every day, weather permitting!
The 4 stop elevator provides easy access to the entire house directly from the driveway making access for elderly or handicapped persons a non-issue. There is also plenty of off-street parking for five vehicles.
Our 8 passenger Mercedes-Benz Sprinter limousine or our 11 passenger Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van are available for service to local area attractions on a reduced rate basis exclusively to our guests. Limousine service is independently owned and operated by Seven Mile Coach Co.
"Five-Star Hotel Style Accommodations" include:
~ Bed Linens & Bath Towels ~
~ Beach Chairs, Bikes, Towels, Umbrellas ~
~ Heated Pool & Seasoned Firewood ~
~ Reduced Rate Limousine Service ~
~ Cleaning prior to and after your stay ~
activities and attractions in Avalon New Jersey
Avalon & Stone Harbor Beaches
Avalon & Stone Harbor Shopping Districts
Wetlands Institute
Cape May County Zoo
Historic Cape May
vacation rental rates
Peak Season (May 1 to October 15) Weekly Rates:
From $6,000.00 / week up to $16,900.00 / week.
Off-Season ( October 15 to May 1 ) Nightly Rates Available:
$1,500.00 / night - (2 night minimum); $500 per night thereafter.
Charles Krafczek (609) 408-6799
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Top things to do in Avalon
- Hit the Beach
- Bike Riding
- Surf Fishing
- Kayak in the back bay
- Shopping
Top things to do on a budget
- Cape May County Zoo - Free
- Beach Walks
- Bike Riding
- Day Trip to Cape May
- Visit the Wetlands Institute
Top things to do with a family
- Sea shell hunting on the beach
- Build sandcastles on the beach
- Take a kayak tour of the back bay
- Watch the sunrise over the Atlantic
- Star gaze on a clear night
Charles Krafczek , owner


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Homey & Comfortable, White Water Ocean & Misty Mountain Views in Dominical
- bedrooms 1
- baths 1
- sleeps 2
- pool yes
- hot tub no
- pets considered no
- type Villa
rates (USD)
/ night
vacation rental description
'With stunning views of the incredible South Pacific shoreline and majestic mountains, this invitingly warm home, comfortably nestled into the mountainside, offers a tranquil and cozy living space that is beautifully integrated into its natural jungle setting. The perfectly maintained grounds and mixture of lovely antiques, textured fabrics and other comfortable furnishings, lend a soft, simple elegance to the Casa.
Everyone agrees, we have found the perfect spot, and now we would like to share it with you. We are the last house at the end of a country lane, in a small but prestigious community on the Escaleras mountain ridge, called Las Terrazas. We are 8 minutes off the main highway, (and we do recommend you rent a 4x4 vehicle for this area in general) up to the perfect elevation for cool breezes, but not high enough to be socked in by clouds. Our 5 acres are mostly jungle, so the houses butt up and into the forest. Monkeys, toucans and sloths are our constant companions in the trees by the pool. We look down the dramatic southern Pacific coast line, over crescent beaches and white water splashing on the rocks, as well as the majestic mountain backdrop, indeed all the way to the Osa Peninsula!
Casa Vista is the perfect blend of homey comfort and tropical living, with high vaulted ceilings and fans, it will surely feel like your home away from home in no time.
It's a beautiful, self contained studio with a queen size bed. It has a small full kitchen and a lovely bath, but the private front porch with it's spectacular view is the place you'll spend most of your time, or enjoy the pool at the big house with it's stunning view.
We are happy to be as involved or uninvolved in your stay as you would like. We are on site and can help with setting up any number of tours, messages or dinner reservations. We are also available to visit on Skype, e-mail, or phone, to discuss any questions regarding your visit to Costa Rica. We look forward to hearing from you.
Keywords: Our dream home, can now be your dream vacation home! Enjoy your honeymoon, romantic getaway, or as a great family/friends getaway with the additional jungle villa. Secluded in nature for privacy, but close enough to beaches, surfing, waterfalls, horseback riding, zip-lining, nature reserves, fabulous restaurants and spas, snorkeling and scuba, etc...
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property availability
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- unavailable dates
Last modified on 07-1-2014 at 4:45 PM.
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Diane Connors 506-8304-2859
villa rental amenities
Property Type
- villa
- guests provide their own meals
Location Type
ocean view
- Dramatic southern coastline view, crescents of beach, Ballena National Park, The Whale's Tail, Roca Ballena, Tres Hermanas, and the Osa Peninsula.
beach view
- You can see miles of beach and white water, along with Uvita's famous Whale'sTail corral reef, all the way to the tip of the Osa Penninula.
mountain view
- Wondrous Costa Rican mountains, frequently with mists and clouds hanging in the lush tropical rain forest.
- ocean view
- adventure
- away from it all
- family
- romantic
- tourist attractions
- washing machine
- clothes dryer
mobile phone
- There is usually at least one of our personal cell phones on the premises. This can be used for in-country calls.
- wireless internet
- parking off street
- towels provided
- air conditioning
linens provided
- North American grade, cotton linens.
- refrigerator
- kitchen
- microwave
- cooking utensils
- 2 burner electric table top stove
- convection oven
- dishes & utensils
- coffee maker
- dining area
Pool / Spa
communal pool
- Shared with the owners in the main house and Casa Selva.
- communal pool
- Bathrooms
- 1 bathroom
- bathroom 1:
- Bedrooms
- 1 bedroom, sleeps 2, beds for 2
- bedroom 1: 1 queen
- Great games!
- Lots of Books!
- video library
- games
lawn / garden
- Beautiful tropical gardens are everywhere on the property.
- deck / patio
- lawn / garden
non smoking only
- No smoking allowed in the houses. Outside with buts disposed of properly is fine.
- not suitable for children
- wheelchair inaccessible
- pets not allowed
- non smoking only
activities and attractions in Dominical Costa Rica
- restaurants
- health/beauty spa
Leisure Activities
- boating
- sight seeing
- horseback riding
- shopping
- wildlife viewing
Sports & Adventure Activities
- snorkeling/diving
- kayaking
- hiking
- rafting
- golf
- surfing
- swimming
- fishing
payment methods
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Stories From Falling Far A Novel By David Cohen Guitarist
David Cohen releases Stories from Falling Far. Survival, poverty and child abuse are the in these stories.
Arizona (I-Newswire) February 20, 2014 - Falling Far A novel by David Cohen
Chapter one
It's 2:00am, the sun isn't even thinking of coming up yet. Here I am again getting ready for work. It's the first few minutes everyday when the alarm goes off that is equivalent to having a javelin rip into your heart during sleep. It's almost criminal and so against nature to be living like this on a daily basis, although there was a time when I liked working in bakeries. Now, fifteen years later, I hate every shift that I do and I hate every thought that this is what I do for a living and will be doing until I
Classical & flamenco guitar David Cohen releases Stories From Falling Far as a free e-book available at www.guitarpoint.net/falling-far.html.
The stories chronicle the survival and determination of a child hated and abused by parents. Though dark and disturbing there is much strength and optimism in the stories.
David Cohen is a classical & flamenco guitarist from Philadelphia. David is founder of Guitar Point and performs on the classical & flamenco guitar, Chinese pipa and bagpipes. Davids teachng studios are located in both Ocean Grove, New Jersey and Philadelphia, PA.
About Guitar PointGiving great guitar lessonsFounded in 1995 by classical & flamenco guitarist David Cohen, the mission of Guitar Point is to give great guitar lessons through expanding the knowledge of the possibilities on the guitar. Through teaching classical guitar technique and music along with traditional music from around the world students gain the information they want to enjoy the guitar at each level of their learning. Guitar Point is also dedicated to expanding the knowledge of the guitarists of all genres of music and their events in the Philadelphia metropolitan area throughwww.PhiladelphiaGuitarNews.com.
David Cohen is an award-winning multi-instrumentalist, recording artist, educator, composer of music for the classical & flamenco guitar, a recognized Chinese pipa musician and Spanish guitarist in Philadelphia.
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) – The good stuff is almost here. College basketball arrives Friday. My countdown of the top 50 players in the game moves forward with players 30-21 on Tuesday.
There is one local name, two from the SEC, two from the Big Ten, two from Baylor and three other names you need to know. No more delays.
30. Dorian Finney-Smith, Florida – Poor Seth Greenberg. He brought Montrezl Harrell and Finney-Smith to Virginia Tech, and Rick Pitino and Billy Donovan are benefiting from Greenberg's 2012 dismissal. Finney-Smith had seven double-figure rebounding games for the Hokies as a freshman. He's 6 feet 8, and Hokies' fans will sigh every time they see him play.
FAST FACT: The word from folks who have watched Florida practice is Finney-Smith is the Gators' best player since Bradley Beal, although he'll start the season suspended for at least two games.
29. Chane Behanan, Louisville – He's out. He's in. He's in. He's out. I'm not sure when Behanan will finally shed his indefinite suspension and play for the Cardinals. But he will. When he does, he'll be one of the best power forwards in the nation because the 12-foot jumper is no longer a mystery to him. The only person who can stop Chane Behanan is Chane Behanan.
FAST FACT: Behanan averaged nearly 10 rebounds in U of L's final three NCAA wins against Duke, Wichita State and Michigan and made the Final Four all-tournament team.
28. Cory Jefferson, Baylor – Don't say this very loud, but Jefferson is a fifth-year senior. Don't make the mistake of thinking that means Jefferson can't play. He actually has a chance to make the NBA. He averaged better than 13 points and nearly 8 rebounds last season. Don't be surprised if he upgrades that to a double-double this year. He's 6 feet 9, 220 pounds and very capable.
FAST FACT: It's been a long, long grind for Jefferson, who committed to the Bears in August 2007.
27. Sam Dekker, Wisconsin – Bo Ryan doesn't send many players to the NBA, but Dekker will be the exception to that concept. He's long, athletic and versatile. Like all of Ryan's perimeter guys he can pass, handle and make the three-point shot. He will dunk on you. In fact, he enjoys doing that.
FAST FACT: Dekker is one of only four true freshmen to start for Ryan at Wisconsin.
26. T. J. Warren, N.C. State – Warren is a guy local fans should remember because he came to Louisville and scored 27 points in the 2012 Kentucky Derby Festival game. He's also a product of the same Raleigh High School that produced John Wall. He's also a guy who scored in double figures 24 times as a freshman. He's a pro.
FAST FACT: The Sporting News put Warren on the cover of the edition of its college basketball yearbook sold on Tobacco Road.
25. Jarnell Stokes, Tennessee – Stokes is 6-feet-8 and 260 pounds, and if you think that's too heavy for a basketball player, you tell him. I'm not going to because I've seen Stokes play. When he gets the ball on the block, it's over. If only he had more help.
FAST FACT: Stokes has won gold medals the past two summers playing for American teams in international competition.
24. Glenn Robinson III, Michigan – Jeff Goodman of ESPN has moved Robinson into the lottery for the 2014 NBA Draft. I'll need to see more proof. Like his father, Glenn "Big Dog" Robinson of Purdue, he's supremely talented. But he had a 2-point game at Indiana, a 4-point game against Wisconsin and another 2-point game against Michigan State. That does not say lottery pick to me – yet.
FAST FACT: Although Robinson is 6-6, he touched a marker at 12 feet 3 inches during the Wolverine's off-season conditioning drills that tested his vertical jump.
23. Isaiah Austin, Baylor – He's not the top 10 pick he was projected to be several years ago, but Austin is 7 feet 1 and still figuring everything out. When he does figure it out, beware. Austin hung 19 points and 20 rebounds on Oklahoma. Scott Drew would be satisfied with about 15 and 10 every night.
FAST FACT: NBADraft.net ranks Austin the 21st best prospect in the 2014 draft.
22. Semaj Christon, Xavier – He'll be the best player in the Atlantic 10 this season, but Christon would be one of the best players in any conference because he attacks the rim without fear. He's fast and elusive. But his three-point shooting needs work. He only made seven as a freshman. Seven of 28?
FAST FACT: Christon was named freshman of the year in the Atlantic 10.
21. Tyler Haws, BYU – There are two players in BYU history to score at least 1,000 points during their first two seasons with the Cougars. One is Danny Ainge. The other is Haws. He is a 6-5 sharpshooter who made better than 87 percent of his free throws and 38 percent of his threes. Even Jimmer Fredette has to be impressed by that.
FAST FACT: Although Haws is only a junior he turned 22 last April and served a two-year mission in the Philippines.
31. Willie Cauley-Stein, Kentucky; 32. Joel Embiid, Kansas; 33. Alex Kirk, New Mexico; 34. Kevin Pangos, Gonzaga; 35. Sean Kilpatrick, Cincinnati; 36. Joe Jackson, Memphis; 37. Jordan Adams, UCLA; 38. James Young, Kentucky; 39. James Michael McAdoo, North Carolina; 40. Jerian Grant, Notre Dame.
41. Markel Starks, Georgetown; 42. LaQuinton Ross, Ohio State; 43. Kendall Williams, New Mexico; 44. Yogi Ferrell, Indiana; 45. Andre Hollins, Minnesota; 46. Davante Gardner, Marquette; 47. Spencer Dinwiddie, Colorado; 48. Luke Hancock, Louisville; 49. Jerami Grant, Syracuse; 50. Aaron White, Iowa.
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Story Hour Wednesday, Feb. 27, will be "Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss," and will include stories "Gerald McBoing Boing," "The Foot Book" and "Fox in Socks." Music, audience participation, and Suess craft activities will be included.
Story Hour Wednesday, March 6, will feature the book, "UnderGROUND" by Denise Fleming. the book covers a wide range of burrowing, tunneling and digging animals. Songs and craft activities will be included.
Students in grades three through 10 may report their score for the Milwaukee Bucks Reading Program until Wednesday Feb. 27 to earn a ticket to a Bucks game in March.All kids who earn a ticket and attend
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A family disagreement over Big Peach soda ended with a Dallas man going to jail Wednesday morning.
According to a police report, 18-year-old Diamond Lydia began arguing about the soda with a 24-year-old woman in an apartment in the 7200 block of Ferguson Road.
He followed her into her bedroom and threw a box of chicken at her. He grabbed a pillow and hit her with it and then climbed on top of her and punched her in the head several times. The woman responded by smashing a glass jar from her dresser over Lydia's head, the report states.
A witness told police Lydia then went downstairs and grabbed a tire iron. He shouted, "I'm going to kill you!" and tried to swing the tire iron at the victim, who had also come back downstairs. But the report states witness was able to grab the weapon and prevent Lydia from seriously hurting anyone.
Paramedics treated both the suspect and the victim at the scene.
Lydia was arrested for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Police are treating it as a family violence case.
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Hughes, 23, joins London Wasps this season from Auckland.
Hughes, is a young Fijian who hugely impressed playing for Auckland in their most recent ITM Cup campaign, playing a key role in helping his side reach the final.
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By Michael Gioia
24 Jun 2013
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The Wizard of Oz, which kicked off the summer season June 21, is directed by Glenn Casale, with choreography by Dana Solimando and music direction by Jeff Rizzo. Performances continue through June 30.
The cast includes Emily Walton (Peter and the Starcatcher, August: Osage County) as Dorothy, Jim Walton (Music Circus' Funny Girl) as the Scarecrow, Shannon Stoeke (Peter Pan national tour) as the Tinman, Jamie Torcellini (Man of La Mancha) as the Cowardly Lion, Heather Lee (Gypsy) as Glinda, Jacquelyn Piro Donovan (Les Misérables) as The Wicked Witch of the West, Doug Carfrae (The Phantom of the Opera in Las Vegas) as Uncle Henry and Bill Nolte (The Producers) as Professor Marvel/the Wizard.
Casale will also direct Show Boat, which will run July 9-14. Dan Mojica will choreograph, and the music director is Dennis Castellano.
Sugar will run July 23-28 under the direction of Casale, choreographer John MacInnis and music director Dennis Castellano.
The cast includes Jason Graae (A Grand Night for Singing) as Jerry, Brent Barrett as Joe (Chicago), Elisabeth Stanley (Cry-Baby) as Sugar Kane, Lenny Wolpe as Osgood Fielding, Jr., Brad Bradley (Spamalot) as Spats Palazzo, Ray DeMattis (Little Shop of Horrors, City of Angels) as Bienstock and Alix Korey as Sweet Sue.
Stafford Arima will direct The King and I from Aug. 6-11. Bob Richard will choreograph, and Craig Barna is the music director.
The cast includes Tony nominee Noll (Chaplin) as Anna, Paul Nakauchi (The King and I) as the King of Siam, Alan Ariano (Miss Saigon) as Kralahome, Telly Leung (Godspell) as Lun Tha, Diane Phelan (West Side Story) as Tuptim. Ann Sanders (Beauty and the Beast) as Lady Thiang, Luis Avila as Simon, Ron Wisniski as Captain Orton, Rumi Oyama as George, Michiko Takesama as Eliza and Michael Stevenson as Sir Edward Ramsay.
This Music Circus premiere of Chicago, directed by Ron Kellum, will conclude the season Aug. 20-29. Randy Slovacek will choreograph with music direction by Darren Ledbetter.
Lindsay Roginski will star as Roxie Hart, a role she played on both national and international tours, with Brenda Braxton (Chicago, Smokey Joe's Café, Dreamgirls) as Velma Kelly, a role she played on Broadway. The cast also includes Tony nominee Tom Hewitt (The Rocky Horror Show) as Billy Flynn, Ric Stoneback (1776, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer) as Amos Hart, C. Newcomer (Chicago) as Mary Sunshine and Roz Ryan (Chicago) as Matron Mama Morton.
Music Circus is produced under the leadership of artistic director Glenn Casale and executive producer Scott Klier. For more information and tickets, call (916) 557-1999 or visit CaliforniaMusicalTheatre.com.


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Columbia, SC (WLTX) Some of the first black athletes to attend the University of South Carolina were honored by the university Friday night.
Called "Celebrating Pioneers and Embracing Change" the event was held at the Colonial Life Arena.
Three former athletes were honored; Jackie Brown the first black football player to earn a varsity letter for the Gamecocks, Carlton Haywood who was also one of USC's first black football playersand the first to get a football scholarship and Casey Manning who was the first black basketball player for the university.
Jackie Brown's son, Ansel Brown was standing in for his father who has passed away said, "To come here to USC and see the legacy that my father has left for so many others that have come after him, so many other young minorities, young African-Americans, female students here at the university are following in his footsteps, it means the world to me."
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How many mimes does it take to cross a bridge? by Veritas - over 5 years ago
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INDIANAPOLIS – As colder weather draws near, Vectren Energy Delivery (Vectren) reminds customers that it is important to evaluate the condition of their furnaces before turning them on for the winter.
The U.S. Department of Energy estimates one in four furnaces has been in operation for 20 years or more and may not be performing at peak efficiency. Other than simply looking at the age of the furnace, it is important to have a trained professional evaluate its performance to ensure its operating safely and efficiently.
"It's easy to forget to regularly check your furnace - given most units are housed in basements or garages," said Mike Roeder, Vectren's president of Vectren Energy Delivery of Indiana-North. "It is important that a qualified heating contractor performs a regular maintenance check in order to ensure it is working properly. In fact, an annual tune-up can extend the life of your unit and save 3 to 10 percent on heating costs. "
During regular furnace maintenance checks, the technician can calculate the Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE). This will indicate how much of the energy used by the furnace is actually generating heat to be circulated throughout the home or business and how much heat is escaping through chimneys, windows, doorways, etc. If the levels are dipping below the 80 percent range, repairs or replacement might be in order. The higher the AFUE, the lower the energy bills will be each month.
If it is determined that a new furnace is necessary, Vectren offers a $250 rebate toward the purchase of a 95 percent AFUE or higher natural gas furnace and a $150 rebate toward the purchase of a 92 percent AFUE or higher natural gas furnace. A list of qualifying appliances and rebate forms are available through Vectren's Conservation Connection on www.vectren.com.
"Vectren's Conservation Connection programs offer customers a variety of information on energy efficiency tips, appliance rebates and home energy audits," added Roeder. "You can even sign up to receive e-mails or text messages reminding you to replace your furnace filters."
Additional rebates are available, including those for insulation and duct sealing, boilers and programmable thermostats. Visit www.vectren.com or call 1-866-240-8476 for complete details on all rebates and energy efficiency tips for the winter heating season.
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Well, we have seen a team score a touchdown in Wrigley Field's East end zone, the one with the ivy and the bricks, thanks to a Northwestern pick-six. After Illinois rushed -- with success -- on their first ten plays, they decided to attempt a trick passing play. It failed, as Northwestern's Brian Peters picked off the ball and ran it all the way back for the score.
After this brief, radical experiment with something called "passing," Illinois returned to its proven method. Mikel LeShoure picked up right where he left off with a 70-yard run that put the Illini in a first-and-goal situation, and Jason Ford followed up with a short trot into the end zone.
Illinois now leads Northwestern, 21-7, and we're still in the first quarter. The spectacle is no longer Wrigley Field. It is Mikel Leshoure. The man has 147 rushing yards for Illinois, and there are still over four minutes remaining in the first quarter. This is one you'll want to watch if you have either ESPNU or ESPN3.
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Council to vote on office project, demolition of historic house
Original post made on Jul 9, 2012
Read the full story here Web Link posted Monday, July 9, 2012, 1:41 PM
on Jul 9, 2012 at 2:35 pm
Thanks Chez TJ, maybe now the Council will listen and understand that the building next door can be restored, repurposed and fit that block.
Tell the developer to build tall down at Calif. and San Antonio, after all the Council hasn't consistently protected that neighborhood from taller developments and increased crazy drivers.
Hey Voice, you don't have my neighborhood in your list. Is that why those of us who live on or near California get so little respect from the City?
on Jul 9, 2012 at 2:44 pm
This project has all the earmarks of DOG CITY II..
" Deja vu all over again "
-Yogi Berra
You have to wonder if the fix was already in....
I've discussed at length what the Denver Metro area does with historic houses.....THEY KEEP THEM! Not put up a fancy plaque where the house WAS. The HOUSE gets the plaque....
on Jul 9, 2012 at 3:01 pm
If I had to guess. I would say the City Council will approve the demo. Historic or not. It doesn't generate enough revenue for the city council's liking.


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Charming 4BR/2.5BA Ranch Home on 7th green of Golf Course has Private Pool in Hilton Head Island
- bedrooms 4
- baths 2½
- sleeps 12
- pool yes
- hot tub no
- pets considered no
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$ 1,015 - $ 2,137 / week
$ 4,350 - $ 4,875 / month
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64 Fullsweep, Palmetto Dunes
- 4 BR / 2.5 BA (K, Q, QQ, 2 Bunk sets which sleep 4)
- Pool & Lagoon View Home
- Private Pool
- TV's & VCR & DVD Player
- Wireless Internet
- Gas Grill
- Sleeps 12
This is a charming 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath 2-story home is on the 7th green of the Palmetto Dune's Robert Trent Jones Golf Course with a private pool. And, although it is a .7 mile walk to the beach, there is a *door-to-door shuttle to the beach, and to the Shelter Cove Marina with its shops and restaurants for your convenience. And, you are not paying top dollar to be nearer to the beach. Only available April 1st through mid October.
Set among palms and oaks trees, this spacious home is located on a large piece of property on a quiet and pretty residential street. A tiled entry, breakfast area, and kitchen along with a spacious family room make up the great room. The breakfast area seats 6 with a pair of sliders to the side patio with a gas grill and peeks of the golf course and a lagoon. The fully equiped and tiled kitchen is conveniently attached to the breakfast area. A large pale yellow leather sectional, a decorative fireplace, ands a large entertainment center offers a large flat screen TV and a Blu Ray DVD Player. Off the great room are 2 sliders to the landscaped private pool area and a raised deck with a table and 4 chairs.
Off the hallway is a king master bedroom with a TV and DVD Player and a full private bath with dual vanities. There is also a half bath that includes the full washer and dryer closet.
As a bonus and off the great room is an attractive formal living and dining area all offering blonde wood furniture. Decorated in a pale yellow palate, the living area offers a floral sofa and loveseat and 2 club chairs, while the dining area seats 6.
The remaining 3 bedrooms are located on the 2nd floor. The 1st is a child friendly bedroom with 2 sets of bunk beds covered in red, white, blue, green, yellow bedding and, with the décor a nautical theme, a ""lifeguard tower"" floor lamp.
The other 2 bedrooms both offer a queen bed in one room and another room with 2 queen beds. The upstairs bedrooms all share a full bath located in the hall.
The beach is .7 of a mile away if you walk or ride a bike, and 1.5 miles to the Palmetto Dunes beach parking area.
*Palmetto Dunes Buggy is a FREE door-to-door shuttle to the beach, Shelter Cove Marina, Shops and Restaurants. This shuttle will run from April 1, 2013 until September 30, 2013.
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Slow-Cooker Asian Pork With Snow Peas, Red Peppers, and Soba Noodles
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- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
- 1⁄4 to 1⁄2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 2 1/2 pounds pork shoulder, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 12 ounces soba noodles
- 2 red bell peppers, thinly sliced
- 1/2 pound snow peas, trimmed
- chopped roasted peanuts, for serving
- In a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker, stir together the soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, oil, ginger, and crushed red pepper. Add the pork and toss to combine. Cover and cook until the pork is tender, on low for 7 to 8 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours (this will shorten total cooking time).
- Fifteen minutes before serving, cook the soba noodles according to the package directions, adding the bell peppers and snow peas to the water during the last minute of cooking.
- Meanwhile, transfer the pork to a medium bowl; set aside. Pour the cooking liquid into a large skillet and boil until slightly thickened, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the pork and toss to combine. Serve the pork over the noodles and vegetables; sprinkle with the peanuts.
Nutritional Information
- Per Serving
- Calories 675
- Fat 22g
- Sat Fat 7g
- Cholesterol 148mg
- Sodium 745mg
- Protein 51g
- Carbohydrate 65g
- Sugar 25g
- Fiber 4g
- Iron 7mg
- Calcium 93mg
What does this mean? See Nutrition 101 .
Quick Tip
For extra flavor, sprinkle the pork with toasted sesame seeds.
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