text: Orchard Park, NY (WGR 550) -- Between the Buffalo Bills front office and free safety Jairus Byrd, the relationship certainly took a negative turn for the past five-and-a-half months. The team, well within their rights, elected to use the franchise tag designation on Byrd and the two sides remained firmly apart for all of the spring and most of summer. Speaking publicly for the first time since being tagged, Byrd wasn't exactly thrilled when he first found out he was tagged. "I was a little, you know, I didn't really have a ... I was a little disappointed honestly," he remarked. "But I was hoping that, you know, 'Ok, there will be a resolution to this.' That was my initial, just being honest, that was my initial feeling. But I did think that just initially it was going to take a while, but there would be a resolution to it." The only resolution that came was a hardened stance from both the Bills and Byrd, leading to a quiet July 15 deadline for a long-term contract to be reached. The safety then elected to wait until just before training camp was done to sign his tender, and reported to the team within the next few days. By doing so, Byrd avoided the possibility of missing game checks due to a roster exemption the team could have explored had he held out until after the preseason was over. Byrd signed the tag with enough time that two-week exemption would only affect the final two preseason games. Citing the "business" several times in what seemed to be a downtrodden ten-minute interview with the media, Byrd was also asked if he was hurt by the Bills' actions this off-season. "I mean I feel how anyone else would feel if you're in my position," Byrd said after a four-second pause to think. "If that's hurt, sure. If that's ... but it's also business. So I mean, you can't really as a human, it's easy to say, 'Don't take things personal.' But it's hard, you know what I'm saying." Although he can't be signed to a long-term contract by any other team during the 2013 season in addition to the Bills, the idea of a possible trade hasn't gone away just yet. Byrd was asked if he had requested a trade, and neither confirmed nor denied that he had. "uhh, yeah, because there's a thing called the franchise tag again.I'm going to leave the private matters of the business side between us," he responded. "But I don't really want to comment on other things. I'll let coach marrone talk more about the team aspect and what they're doing upstairs. If you want to talk to Doug [Whaley] or whoever, I'm not in that position to talk about that stuff." As Byrd gets prepared for the season, he implied that it's going to take a bit of time to get acclimated to both the speed of the game and the new defensive playbook, and didn't provide a firm response as to whether he would be ready when the regular season starts on Sunday, September 8. In perhaps one of the more alarming responses from the once estranged safety, he was asked if he could forsee himself being a member of the Bills in 2014. His retort was quick, and somewhat loaded. "Uhh, yeah, because there's a thing called the franchise tag again." Byrd did admit he's happy to be playing football with his teammates and was focusing on the season at hand, but also got a crash-course lesson into how cold the NFL could be even to some of the game's elite. "It is what it is. It's the business side of football," he said. "And sometimes those things, they get mixed together, meshed together. And that's part of me developing and growing up and learning that." Byrd and the Bills will be back on the practice field again Tuesday morning. The safety was in his helmet and shoulder pads taking part in the session on Monday. Twitter: @JoeBuscaglia


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"Are you nervous?" Only a slight shrug (one arm) let me know that she was listening to me. So this is what parents of teenagers mean? But I don't have a teen yet, do I?
Our kids have to grow up so fast, balancing the world upon their tiny shoulders. Now new doctors, new questions, new procedures… same old pain.
I keep telling myself she'll talk if she wants to and no one will force her to go to a place where she doesn't feel safe, and yet… I want to fall down, scream. I feel like tearing at my clothes… scratching at my eyes. Wailing. I want to beg for things to be different. Bargain anything. Everything. If only I could make it easier for her.
Don't force a physical exam this time, please. Don't casually hand her the dreaded paper gown that she's never been able to touch all these years. Don't ask her. Don't chat about the weather as you touch her. My throat tightens as her eyes gently close, tears falling down the corners as she turns her head away from the reality of where she is and what is happening. Don't push her down an alley of unhappiness, this bright ray of sunshine. My baby. Don't touch her.
I plead in my dark, silent room tonight, and yet I know that there isn't anything I can do to prevent what needs to happen. They need to check her to take care of her. She needs to allow it. I need to stand by and witness my child's pain.
Let it be me.
Give me the pain, not her.
Not her.
Step aside Jen, and allow your child to walk her path. That's what I tell myself. I whisper with closed eyes. She's strong, resilient, remarkable and ready.
But am I?

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Yields approximately 6, ½ cup portionsIngredients:Freshly cut Sweet Corn, off the cob 2 Lbs.Heavy Cream 2 ½ cupsKosher salt .75 TBLGround Black Pepper ¼ tsp.Fresh ground Nutmeg ¾ tsp.Leeks, white and light green parts only ½ cup, lightly packedGranulated sugar 3 TBLTasso Ham, optional ½ to ¾ cupChopped Parsley 2 TBLPreparation:Carefully cut the Sweet Corn off the corn cobs. You'll need about 12 -15 ears to yield 2 lbs.Place the heavy cream in a large stock pot or skillet. Place over medium high heat and bring to a boil. Lower the heat so the cream is at a slow boil. Boil the cream for approx. 10 minutes or until the cream has reduced to 2/3 of its original volume. Stir with a wire whisk frequently to prevent scorching of the cream. Lower the heat if necessary.
Add the Kosher salt, ground black pepper and fresh ground nutmeg and whisk them into the cream. Add the cut corn to the cream mixture. Stir the corn in and bring the mixture back to a slow boil. Cut the leeks in half lengthwise. Wash them to remove any dirt. Cut across the leek to form thin, half-moon pieces. Measure the 1 cup of cut leeks. Add the leeks and the sugar. Reduce the corn to a simmer and cook until the leeks are tender.If you are going to use the Tasso ham, dice it into ¼ inch cubes and add it to the corn when you add the leeks.
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A new $2 million dollar exhibit was unveiled Saturday at "Frontier Texas." The museum opened eight years ago but just underwent a makeover.
A festival was held to celebrate Texas Independence Day and to cut the ribbon for the remodel of the museum.
It has been closed since January 1, 2013 while crews worked on the "Blood and Treasure on the Frontier" exhibit.
The new exhibit was free for the day to all Boy Scouts and adult leaders in uniform.
The admission to the new exhibit is $8 for adults, $6 for seniors, $5 for students and teachers and $4 for children age 3-12 years old. Admission is free for ages 2 and under.
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Reviews by ghetto90007:
4.25/5 rDev +3.2%
From the 1-11 bottling. Poured into a tall weizen glass as it was the closes thing to a stange I could come up with since my stange was STOLEN earlier this evening.
Cloudy raisin brown pour, off-white massive head that requires a delicate pour.
Bready malt, some sweetness, herbs, some spice. Interesting nose on this one.
I wouldn't call this one complex in the same way I would a BSDA. But there is a heckuva lot going on. Bready malt backbone. Some sour lemon juice and then spicy yeast. Herbs. It would take a long time to really sort this out. Some black tea-like flavors underpinning everything. A little bit of booze in the aftertaste.
Decent carbonation, smooth mouthfeel. Medium bodied.
Nice beer and a unique style.
04-13-2011 02:13:48 | More by ghetto90007
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North Carolina
3.85/5 rDev -6.6%
Pours a slightly hazy medium brown with almost no head to speak of I thought it might be flat,very sweet aromas of caramel malt and roasted nuts.Very slick mouthfeel slides down easy flavors are on the sweeter side but not cloying,caramel dominates the flavors with an underlying roasted maltiness finishing with just a little herbal hop.A good beer no doubt as good as I thought and the hype?Not sure.
08-03-2005 00:32:00 | More by oberon
4.53/5 rDev +10%
Appearance Dark brownish-orange in color and very alt-looking. The head is modest, which I have found before with this style.
Smell The toasted, caramel-infused malt base here smells sticky-sweet. The aroma is very inviting. I can also pick up a faint, floral hoppiness, but its just barely there (maybe Im imagining it).
Taste Oh, yeah, this is the real deal. The malts are serious. They arent roasted or dark, but they are toasted to the core and sweetened with toffee and heavy-duty molasses. The hops bring about a very bitter finish. This is one of those beers that pleases the old German at the Stammtisch and frightens young men, women, and children.
Mouthfeel This bier will melt away in your mouth like a ghost. I swear, Im pouring it in but Im not swallowing. It literally dissolves in Pixy Stick-like fashion, like cotton candy on a warm summer day. This is probably the best mouthfeel of any bier that Ive reviewed on the site.
Drinkability I swear I started thinking in German while drinking this bier. A good, authentic Altbier is almost impossible to come by here in the US, but this is the real deal.
06-25-2004 00:27:39 | More by RoyalT
4/5 rDev -2.9%
Pours a deep amber color. Smells of caramelly malt. Taste is interesting, with a little bubblegum (or something), with an almost smoky flavor.
Overall, I don't know what to make of this beer. It's quite good, but it's not a beer I'd want to drink very often. I may try it again in a few months, and see how I feel about it them...
12-11-2004 07:35:17 | More by skybluewater
4.15/5 rDev +0.7%
Gotta love this bottle. Big, loud pop from the swing top. Pours a dark amber brown with hints of red and a nice bubbling head. Intricate lacing on the glass. Smooth caramel cola nose with raisins and some dark fruit. An herbal, spicy, floral hop is in the mix. Mellow.
First sip has a deep caramelly, toffee maltiness with notes of dark fruits. The spicy, herbal hops hit on the back of the palate and bring a hefty bitterness on the way down. I like the mix between big malt and hops here..makes for a very tasty brew. A bit dry on the finish.
Mouthfeel is good with a medium body and a nice creamy texture. Goes down so damn smooth. If it wasn't for the rarity and price per bottle here I could easily drink loads of this stuff. Good beer.
03-30-2005 02:58:43 | More by orbitalr0x
New York
4/5 rDev -2.9%
09-02-2012 13:14:54 | More by generallee
4/5 rDev -2.9%
11-03-2013 19:58:55 | More by bishopdc0
4.3/5 rDev +4.4%
Bottled on 31.01. Am I to assume that is 2005? Poured into my Fankenheim Alt glass. Crystal clear copper/brown with a dirty white cap. Toasted whole grain breads and caramel. Nice scent of Spalt hops. Malt sweetness and hop bitterness it very good. Full bodied.
08-25-2005 13:22:00 | More by tjthresh
4.38/5 rDev +6.3%
$3.49 for 11.2 oz bottle at the Dilly Deli in Cincinnati. Pours an actively carbonated, clear mahogany body with an attractive, tightknit,one finger head that is between beige and offwhite. Good retention and lots of patchy lace.
Aroma begins malty, with caramel, toffee, and a hint of chocolate, quickly followed by notes of floral and fruity(grape) hops in the background.
Mouthfeel is creamy and medium bodied, perfectly carbonated, and has a pleasant tingle of hops.
Taste is big for an Alt, lots of Munich style maltiness delivers notes of the caramel, toffee, and chocolate found in the nose, but the hops profile is sturdy and demanding of your attention. Hops are floral, as well as citrus, delivering a note of orange slice in the middle, and meld very well with the big malts. Ideally balanced, overall, and an abundance of pleasant flavors here.
Certainly, the best altbier I've ever had. Too bad this is brewed only two days a year, making it a tough find.
01-07-2005 10:19:50 | More by merlin48
New York
4.22/5 rDev +2.4%
Great swing top bottle, definite style points. This one pours a nice dark amber/almond, with an off white head. very rounded and smooth mouthfeel, nose of malt and nuts. Well developed and smooth maltyness on the tongue, tasts of nuts, malt, bread, a bit of smokyness, pepper, earthyness. Rich w/ moderate alcohol presence. Fine German Alt. Great stuff, worth seeking out and enjoying.
04-10-2004 00:10:12 | More by Billolick
4.3/5 rDev +4.4%
11.2oz poptop bottle poured into a wine glass.
Pours a a deep dark brown with a thin light brown head. Nose is rich and malty and a bi nutty.
Taste is malty sweet and rich. It's very sharp an creamy and really drinkable. It's got a nice creamy taste it's a very solid beer.
09-13-2010 02:03:15 | More by kingcrowing
New York
4/5 rDev -2.9%
11-17-2011 02:55:06 | More by virinow
4.97/5 rDev +20.6%
Pours a dark amber color with slightly hazel-colored foam and a little haziness.
Wow, the nose on this beer is complex. Immediately loads of dried fruit shines through, dried figs, apricot and raisins, but not in a cloying or overly sweet sense. It is beautifully balanced against a fairly hoppy backdrop, absolutely perfect malt, hops and complexity.
After I take my first sip, I wonder what the heck happened? I was expecting a rich and perhaps even sweet beer, coating my palate but oh no, this beer literally and figuratively blows up, it is so light, so refined and the best way I can describe it is "explosively evaporating". The malts are light and airy, leaving a long sensation of light fruits, apple, apricot and nuts with a wet-granite like mineral character on the finish.
I could go on and on about this beer, but suffice it to say that this is in the top 3 of the best beers I have ever tasted. If you can find it, drink it!
11-19-2008 06:57:00 | More by mj001jk
4.33/5 rDev +5.1%
This was another birthday gift. Have to admit, I had never seen this beer before, so thanks friends. I'm pretty sure they picked it out because of the bottle, but their system worked.
Nice pour into a pint glass with a great head. Really foamy and unusually stiff foam. The color was inviting and the carbonation had really small and effervescent bubbles that never ended.
Some cinnamon in the nose. Crisp and complex browned butter taste with a clean finish and nice mouthfeel. Very representative German tasting beer.
On the take-home scale I would rate this as a six pack. Not your everyday beer unless you are a German beer kinda person.
03-17-2011 02:03:30 | More by centbeerfest
West Virginia
4.1/5 rDev -0.5%
Bottled in 29 01 best by 29 02, well that's what the bottle says let's give it a shot anyhow. Appearance: Pours a nice caramel amber tone with a nice sized bubbly tannish cream head leaves even specks of lacing. When I cracked the flip top seal their was a huge pop almost champagne bottle like. Aroma: Caramel sweet sugary malts that are very appetizing blended with a nut edge and grassy noble hop finish. Taste: Big sticky flavors seems like the pinnacle of the altbier style, really ties everything together. Mild sweetness with grassy leafy herbal notes that represent the German hop flavor here decent bitterness in the finish. Very good alt gets my approval and the bottle I have says it's 6%abv, I think when I find a fresher bottle I will definitely grab one seems like some of the malts would be more flavorful if fresh but good stuff nonetheless. Mouthfeel: Medium bodied german ale very even carbonation to me, not bad. Drinkability: Like I said this beer sets the bar for the style I haven't had any alt that was this enjoyable easily could drink a few of these would like to go to Dusseldorf and sample on draft.
04-14-2004 16:39:44 | More by WVbeergeek
4.85/5 rDev +17.7%
Uerige has the hands down best altbier. Deep red in color. Rich malt back bone. Hops are there, nice and bitter with little hop flavor just like an alt should be. Spalt hop flavor is mild. Great all around beer, good complex malt notes with balanced bitterness. Top of the heap.
11-26-2006 16:38:48 | More by JollyRodger
4.33/5 rDev +5.1%
On-tap at Trappeze in Athens, GA.
Pours a clear amber color with a large off-white head. The head recedes into a thin layer on top leaving solid lacing.
Smells of grainy caramel malts with hints of toastiness. Also present are very light earthy hop and indistinct fruit aromas.
Tastes similar to how it smells. Smooth and moderately dry caramel malt flavors kick things off and are joined quickly by hints of toasted malts. Midway through the sip mild amounts of earthy hops come into play before fading out into a moderately bitter ending.
Mouthfeel is good. It's got a smooth thickness with moderate carbonation.
Drinkability is very good. I finished my glass quickly and could easily have a few more.
Overall this was a simple yet very good beer and one that to me seems like a standard-bearer for the style. Well worth a shot if you see it around.
01-06-2011 23:08:10 | More by glid02
United Kingdom (England)
4.1/5 rDev -0.5%
Poured medium dark into tall slim glass, with good big head that almost threatened to overspill. Great aroma, malty, hint of burnt caramel, coffee and chocolate, slightly sweet - the typical aroma of a German Alt style beer. Great taste, medium rich texture but not cloying, dark tones of roasted barley, but nutty, refreshing, though a satisfying hint of bitterness of the hops in the finish. This is obviously one of the great Alt style beers, and cannot wait to try their beers in their BrewPub in Dusseldorf soon!!
Great bottle too...definately one for the shelf being unique shape!
John W
Bham UK June 2006
06-23-2006 08:36:58 | More by JohnW
3.53/5 rDev -14.3%
(Served in a footed strange)
A- This beer has a warm glowing brown body with a light hint of red color. There is a creamy off-white head that last and last supported by a strong carbonation of tiny bubbles.
S- The smell of light dry toast and brown malt has a hint of dried leave and dry caramel malt in the finish.
T- The light dry caramel malt has a hint of toasted malt with mineral water. The finish has a soft green noble hop finish with a soft bitterness showing up after each sip.
M- This beer has a light mouthfeel with a clean finish.
D- This beer has some interesting flavors but they are very soft and a bit watery.
09-15-2007 04:14:14 | More by rhoadsrage
District of Columbia
2.5/5 rDev -39.3%
04-02-2013 21:32:06 | More by dcbeers
3.28/5 rDev -20.4%
Bottled 04.18
Code 11.04
Okay- I do not know what the hell this means.
Nifty bottle, Grolsch style ceramic cap with washer.
Lovely caramel raisin color, nearly opaque.
Appears to be a British Brown Ale.
This may be delicate and subtle but even warmed , I can't get much in the way of hops or malt up front here.
The tastet is oddly flat- can't pick up pronounced malt or hop character. Not bad- just not there.
Finish is smooth and cleansing and it is drinkable- just a funky old school brew in an overpriced bottle.
09-25-2005 21:21:20 | More by brewQ
4.47/5 rDev +8.5%
This poured to a dark copper and amber with a minor head. Carbonation is modest; no lace is being left behind.
The smell really gets thing started on the right foot. Nuts and caramel come through strong and in splended fashion. Tons of caramel and malt content makes for big flavor in the taste. The mouthfeel is very strong but not overwhelming, and it's very easy to drink.
This is the best alt I have had to date, hands down.
11-26-2005 23:55:09 | More by watermelonman
4.75/5 rDev +15.3%
11-15-2011 23:09:40 | More by mentaltraveller
3.63/5 rDev -11.9%
Opens with a solid 'pop' from the fliptop bottle. Pours a dark, tea colored amber with an offwhite head of foam that lasts the entire drink leaving a sticky map in it's wake.
Nice toasted amber malt aromas...very distinct.
Flavors are the toasted amber malt but without any of the sweetness. Dry bitterness on the end.
An excellent Alt.
02-27-2007 02:29:18 | More by IntriqKen
3.95/5 rDev -4.1%
uerige sticke is a unique brew. brewed in dusseldorf one can taste and smell the german bock flavors in it. pours slightly ( very slightly) hazy amber color. really tastes like a bock but maintains a hint of belgian amber flavor. smooth with flavor of dark fruits and malt.
12-14-2007 06:15:20 | More by AKBelgianBeast
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A one night pop up exhibition showcasing talented, ambitious, and most impressively, young artists who express their vision in ways far beyond their years. Opening on August 1st, we as a collective of six young artists living and working in New York will explore what it means to be an adult in the context of today's society. Through different mediums we question what exactly defines adulthood, the relationships we build and watch crumble at the weight of youthful ignorance, and how our city of New York plays a role in the need for maturity or even less intentional, an accidental adulthood among youth culture that is demanded of young artists today. These six artists show what it means to them to be young yet without innocence in today's society.


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"As professional firefighters, we respond to fires as they are happening," said Scott Gorgon with the Professional Fire Fighters of Nevada. "The Red Cross comes after the fire is out. The Fire Hurts campaign is a natural partnership with the American Red Cross as we work together to meet the immediate needs of local victims of fires."
Several community sponsors helped kick off the campaign with check presentations. Donations can be made to the campaign through the Southern Nevada Red Cross.
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Heart of Europe Bike & Barge: Metz to Cochem
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Please note: For those traveling in 2015, your itinerary may vary slightly from what is presented below.
Day 1 - Depart the U.S. and fly overnight to Luxembourg
VBT Air Package guests: Depart from the U.S. for Luxembourg City, Luxembourg. The particulars of your arrival overseas are detailed with your flight itinerary and airline tickets.
Day 2 - Arrive in Luxembourg City and transfer to hotel
VBT Air Package guests: Upon arrival at the Luxembourg City airport, claim your luggage and clear customs. If your luggage is lost, fill out a PIR form before leaving the customs area—VBT representatives are not allowed into the customs area. (Please note: Also make certain your VBT luggage tags are affixed to your bag so your VBT representative can identify you.)
After exiting customs, enter the arrival hall and look for your VBT representative, who will be holding a VBT sign. You will transfer via taxi or minibus (approximately 20 minutes) to your hotel in Luxembourg City. If you arrive early, your hotel room may not be available until 2:00 pm. You may store your luggage with the front desk. The rest of the day is free for you to explore this wonderful city.
Dinner is on your own tonight at a city restaurant.
Day 3 - Explore Luxembourg City
After breakfast, continue your exploration of the city. Your local guide will meet you at 10:00 am in the hotel lobby for a two-hour walking orientation tour, during which you can get some inside tips.
Luxembourg City overlooks the Petrusse and Alzette valleys and sits high on a rocky outcropping. It offers a combination of cobblestone-arched narrow streets and small elegant palaces such as the Palais Grand-Ducal and the Chambre des Deputes. The beautiful Chemin de la Corniche is said to be Europe's most beautiful terrace, with a pleasant promenade that passes restored ancient homes. The Casemates du Bock, a defensive labyrinth excavated in 1745 in the rocks beneath the city, is partly open to visitors. Other remarkable places include the Place de la Constitution and the cozy Place du Marche, still used for weekly flower and vegetable markets.
Tonight, dine on your own. The city boasts more Michelin stars per square mile than any other and has a lively atmosphere in its many cafés, pubs and pizzerias.
Day 4 - Transfer to Metz / Embark barge / Warm-up ride
VBT No-Air Package guests: You are responsible for making your own way to Metz to meet our barge, the
Sailing Home
. Please arrive between 1:30 pm and 2:00 pm. Please note that you cannot arrive before this time as the barge is being prepared for you. If you are late, you must contact the barge as soon as possible to make alternate arrangements because the barge will sail shortly after this time.
The barge will be moored in the canal between the Pont du Canal and the locks of Metz, near the rue de Paris and the rue George Aimé. Contact telephone number is +49 151 57 81 33 06 or +31 620 245 095.
VBT Air Package and Pre-Trip Extension guests: Please be ready and waiting in the hotel lobby at 9:00 am for our transfer by coach (approximately 1 hour) to the city of Metz in France. There will be a short 15 minute stop at the Luxembourg American Cemetery en route. Upon arrival in Metz, meet your local city guide and take a pleasant walk into the city center via charming bridges and romantic corners. Pass the elegant 18th-century city theater and the Palais de la Prefecture in the Place de la Comedie. Soon we see the imposing Cathedral of St. Etienne, one of the most beautiful Gothic cathedrals of France, built around 1250. Admire the fine stained-glass windows, including a modern one by Marc Chagall.
We'll stroll through the city and the Saturday morning local market, shopping or sightseeing on the lively Place St. Louis and Place Saint-Jacques. Meet with your local city guide again after lunch on your own, and walk to our barge mooring point.
At 2:00 pm, we board the
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. After meeting the crew and your VBT Trip Leaders, settle in before participating in a bike safety session and a short warm-up ride. Later, return to the
Sailing Home
and gather for a welcome dinner on board as we get underway. Tonight, the barge moors in the quiet French village of Thionville.
Day 5 - Bike to Rodemack, France / Picnic lunch / Remich, Luxembourg
After breakfast on board, we cycle along the Moselle River on a quiet bike path. Then turn inland and cycle along a pleasant rolling route through small villages to Rodemack, known as Little Carcassonne Lorraine. This charming village offers marvels of construction, including fortifications erected over many centuries. Impressive ramparts and walls encircle the village, and there's a labyrinth of back streets and cobbled alleys to explore, as well as an impressive fortress.
After a picnic lunch, we'll have free time to wander through the village.
You may bike or cruise this afternoon. Dinner tonight is on the barge. Afterward, the captain speaks about navigation and our planned route. The barge moors in Remich, Luxembourg.
Day 6 - Cycle Remich / Nennig / Wasserbillig / Saarburg
We cycle from Remich to Nennig and its local museum, where you can admire Europe's largest Roman mosaic (remarkably, 90% of it is original and perfectly restored). Continue riding along the Moselle on an easy bike path. The river forms a natural border between Germany and Luxembourg. Our route, on the German side, has the best views of vineyards sloping down hillsides. This is the Route du Vin, or wine road, famous here for its outstanding Riesling and Cremant wines.
Stop for lunch on your own in Oberbillig, a pretty village. You may cruise or continue cycling from this point. If you cycle, then we pass by Konz, a small city at the confluence of the Moselle and Saar rivers, then continue into the Saarland along the more intimate Saar River. Wooded mountains, wide meadows, and farmsteads and villages alternate in harmony along the two rivers. Later this afternoon, we reach Saarburg, a medieval jewel at the foot of a castle that towers above the river. The town center boasts a roaring 65-foot-high waterfall. We spend the rest of the day exploring this lovely town, then dine tonight on your own in a romantic restaurant on the Leuk River. Savor the hearty food and
, or apple wine, typical of this region. The barge moors in Saarburg.
Day 7 - Bike and cruise from Saarburg to Trier
This morning, we walk to the nearby former bell foundry and museum, Mabilon, which produced bells until 2002. From there, pedal along the Saar River back to our barge, where lunch awaits. In the afternoon, continue cycling along the Saar to Konz, where we rejoin the Moselle bike path and ride to Trier. (If you prefer, you may cruise from Saarburg to Trier.)
A slogan for Trier, a lively tourist and university town, claims that it is possible to see "2,000 years of history in 2,000 paces." The Romans established their local capital here. In the Middle Ages, Frankish kings and the archbishops of Trier reigned. A local guide conducts a walking tour of the city center, where we learn about the Porta Nigra ("Black Gate"), a city landmark and the largest city gate of the ancient world. Then, visit the Amphitheater, the medieval Main Market and Church of Our Lady (where you can see the throne of Constantine the Great), the rococo Electoral Palace, the Imperial Baths and extensive subterranean service passages. Trier's monuments have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Tonight, the barge moors in Trier, where we can relax before dinner onboard.
Day 8 - Piesport / Trittenheim / Bernkastel-Kues
After breakfast this morning, we leave Trier and cycle toward Bernkastel-Kues, passing Piesport and Trittenheim along the way. Both of these wine-making villages lie on scenic hairpin turns on the Moselle. See a reconstructed Roman winepress in Piesport. We stop for lunch in Neumagen, where there are more signs of ancient Rome. From there, shuttle to Bernkastel-Kues, or continue biking among vineyards and orchards, watching for swans and other birds.
On arrival in Bernkastel-Kues, we meet the barge, then rest or explore before dinner on board. Bernkastel and Kues, united in 1905, were once two small cities divided by the Moselle. The pride of this small city is the market square, with its picturesque timber-framed houses and decorated fountains, some dating to the 17th century.
After dinner, we stroll to the fascinating cellar of Josef Zimmermann via an elegant district of fine Jugendstill villas, many of which display
, or winery signs. The simple, fourth-generation Zimmermann operation contains a century-old cellar, wine barrels and an inviting tasting hall, where we taste four different wines.
Day 9 - Daun / The "maars" / Bernkastel-Kues
This morning, we shuttle (approximately 45 minutes) through the Eifel Valley to the city of Daun. From there, take an exhilarating bike ride that starts out slightly uphill, then zooms downhill along a former railway track that is now a cycling path. The ride includes stretches through tunnels, over bridges and by small lakes formed from volcano craters, known as
. We'll pedal past castles, vineyards and green forests before cycling through quiet villages.
On the way, we stop in Strohn for a visit to a small volcano museum. The region is scattered with "young" volcanoes about 12,000 years old. The typical
here are actually volcano cones collapsed inside the earth. In Strohn, we stop to share a simple, home-cooked lunch with a local family.
Later, continue cycling to Bernkastel where we have the opportunity to try one of the local restaurants this evening.
Day 10 - Zell / Bullay / Cochem
Today, cruise out of Bernkastel to follow the Moselle downstream. After breakfast, we arrive in Traben-Trarbach, an architectural jewel of Jugendstil surrounded by woods and extensive vineyards. Traben-Trarbach was at one time the world's second-largest wine-trading center. At the turn of the 20th century, the city's wine merchants built a number of fine Art Nouveau buildings, many of which are carefully preserved and continue to operate as wineries. An entire range of Belle Époque splendor was attracted to Traben-Trarbach, making the city a favorite destination for lovers of the Baroque and Classical styles.
After exploring Traben-Trarbach, cycle along the river bike path to Zell Beautifully situated on the Moselle where the river meanders through the hills in many bends, Zell is one of the largest wine-producing communities on the river. One of the best wines made here, Zeller Schwartze Katz (Black Cat), is produced with grapes from 16 different locations. A sculpture on the market-square fountain shows a snarling cat on top of a wine barrel. Continue to Bullay, another big wine name. You can pause from our scenic ride at your leisure to enjoy a picnic lunch prepared by our barge chef. You'll find many picnic areas along the path. Arrive and moor in Cochem later this afternoon, then freshen up for a festive farewell dinner on board the barge.
Day 11 - Cochem / Koblenz / VBT No-Air Package ends
VBT No-Air Package guests: After breakfast your tour ends. It is important that you leave the barge no later than 9:00 am in order for the crew to prepare for their next guests.
VBT Air Package guests: After breakfast, say farewell to the crew and one VBT Trip Leader, then walk into Cochem with the other. This characteristic Moselle town has steep vineyards, wooded hills, medieval buildings and a picturesque center with beautiful timber-framed houses. Hike or shuttle to the Reichsburg castle with a local guide, where you'll enjoy a tour and spectacular views of the Moselle valley and its vineyards. The fairy-tale castle includes seven rooms of fine furniture and objects from different periods and styles.
After your visit, you may shop and eat lunch on your own before saying goodbye to your VBT Trip Leader. We'll shuttle to Koblenz and settle in to our centrally located hotel. At 4:00 pm our local guide will meet you in the hotel lobby for a 1.5-hour walking tour around the historic Old Town of Koblenz. It will be about a 15-minute walk before we begin the tour, so we recommend you leave the hotel with everything you'll need to have dinner on your own in the Old Town once our tour has ended.
Day 12 - Depart for U.S. or begin your optional extension in Berlin
VBT Air Package guests: After breakfast*, meet in the hotel lobby to transfer to the Frankfurt airport for your flight back to the U.S. Please be sure that you are waiting at the designated transfer time and location. Please confirm your transfer time with your Trip Leaders during the week.
Important: VBT transfer times and departure points are finalized in advance and cannot be modified for individual guests. If you extend your stay beyond the scheduled program dates, return transportation to the airport will be at your own expense.
*For guests with early-morning departures, breakfast at the hotel may not be available. Please check with the front desk to verify the times that breakfast is served.
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Hot tub is spectacular this time of year! Fastest WiFi Internet on the Coast!
Fast Internet access. WiFi in the whole house. Internet installed February 2014! Brand new home. Granite countertops. A wonderful vacation destination. Located in the historic Taft area, this home features its own private hot tub.
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1,300 Square Feet. The whole house to yourself.
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- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed: Smoking is not permitted at Debbie's Place
Close to Mo's Restaurant and Beach Dog Cafe! The best in Lincoln City.
activities and attractions in Lincoln City Oregon
Beach Walking
- This is where the beach starts. Walk for miles. This is where the wildlife swim and jump in the bay and in the ocean.
Nearby Restaurants (the best in Lincoln City):
- Mo's -- Calm Chowder, Oyster Stew, Fish-N-Chips
- Beach Dog Cafe - Try anything on the menu
- Pier One - Try the House Salad or Combination Platter
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Rates for March and beyond are listed on the official website. This vacation home has a special registration website. You may see it - debbiesplacellcdot
Holidays seasons are additional. Email us to obtain our home's website address that contains much more information and 20 more pictures.
During the Christmas and New Years season the high rate is $275 per night.
Cleaning Fee $65; Applicable Taxes , no booking fee. If the situation merits, you can leave the home clean, and will receive a reduced cleaning fee from $65.00 to $25.00.
Security Deposit Is Required. The security deposit is not taken from your credit card; it is a hold on that amount. When your stay has ended, we will check the home, and refund all except cleaning fees if nothing is broken or missing.
Note: Rates are subject to change without notice.
All nights are subject to availability. Promotions valid on qualifying reservations. Debbie's Place reserves the right to discontinue or change the promotions at any time, but we want you to be completely happy with your stay. So, ask us when you have a question -- we will be able to help you with your vacation. We do want to fill the home each night with vacationers and people who want to get out and enjoy for a few days.
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According to meteorologist Dan Smith, NWS teams are being sent out today and tomorrow to survey reported damage from storms throughout Central Illinois. Smith said the teams will be determining if damage was caused by tornado winds or just straight-line winds, which he said gusted up to 60 miles per hour in areas outside the storms, with stronger winds in areas closer.
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The City of Raleigh and AT&T have reached an agreement that will bring AT&T's fiber Internet to Raleigh as part of the North Carolina Next Generation Network initiative. The agreement was announced Wednesday morning.
The fiber network, called "U-verse with GigaPower," will have speeds capable of up to one gigabit per second, 10 times faster than any Internet currently available in Raleigh, according to an AT&T release.
One gigabit is fast enough to download 25 songs in one second, download your favorite TV show in less than three seconds, and download an entire HD online movie in less than 36 seconds.
The fiber network will also feature TV services.
The release also states that similar fiber network plans related to the NCNGN initiative have been approved in Durham and Winston-Salem, and are pending approval in Carrboro, Cary, and Chapel Hill.
Venessa Harrison, president of AT&T-North Carolina is quoted in the release saying, "We've already received great input from North Carolinians eager for the fastest available speeds. This ultra-fast fiber build will help foster innovation, enhance education, and encourage growth."
The NCNGN is made up of six cities, four universities, and local business leaders working in the state.
Other plans by the company include expanding both its 4G LTE network and the availability of U-verse services throughout the state.
AT&T has invested more than $1.6 billion in its North Carolina wireless and wired networks between 2011 and 2013, according to AT&T.
Raleigh is also being considered by Google for their Google Fiber network. AT&T's fiber network plan is not dependent upon whether or not Google comes to Raleigh.
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CATEGORIES MoviesThere's no end to the ingenuity of marketeers when it comes to tying in with Hollywood.
DreamWorks and House Foods America, which markets tofu, have teamed to promote the studio's upcoming 'Kung Fu Panda: The Kaboom of Doom' by packaging 8 million units of tofu with the image of series hero Po.
The reasoning, according to Movieline: "Since a love for food is one of Po's dominant character traits, he might as well endorse healthy eating and, secondly, the 'Kung Fu Panda' franchise was created from cultural influences that originated in the East, just like tofu."
"By positioning tofu as a nutritious, powerful food that keeps warriors such as Po and the Furious Five kung fu ready for any adventure that comes their way, we hope families and kids nationwide discover tofu's potential as a superfood,' said House Foods America marketing supervisor Yoko Difrancia in a press release.
Whether American kids will forgo Happy Meals with 'Kung Fu Panda 2' action figures (McDonald's is also a partner with the film) for tofu is another matter altogether.
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Location: Idyllwild, Inland Empire, California, USA (2 Hrs. from San Diego, 1 Hr. from Los Angeles & Palm Springs)
Accommodations: Cabin, 3 Bedrooms + Office, 2 Baths (Sleeps 2-6)
Where is Idyllwild? Idyllwild is an oasis of sanity in So. Calif. less than an hours drive from Palm Springs, two hrs. from San Diego - Nestled in the heart of the San Jacinto Mtns. This southern, isolated section of the San Bernardino Natl. Forest - a forest that includes Big Bear & Lake Arrowhead offering an adorable town voted as one of America's Top 100 Mountain Towns - elevation is just around 5300 ft. - Wildlife galore! This mountain home is a three bedroom/two bathroom, around 1400 sq.ft. with a fabulous lodge type main room, galley kitchen w/ granite countertops, ss double sink/ss refrigerator * offers a 800+ sq.ft. deck overlooking gorgeous Garner Valley and beyond to the Santa Rosa Mountains - Reserve early as this property is in high demand.
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Idyllwild online gives you an idea of all that the village has to offer! Repeatedly voted as one of the "America's Top One Hundred Mountain Towns"! Sophistication blended with mountain living....Jazz and wine festivals, the calendar of events through the art school being the high school version of "Julliard" for those gifted in the arts stemming from Shakespeare to seasonal orchestrations such as The Messiah. Fall festivals, spring easter egg hunts, 4th of July town parade, a town Christmas tree lighting ceremony, great galleries and places of interest.
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Dolphins host San Diego on new and improve D.B. Milne Field
Two years ago, San Diego walked off D.B. Milne Field stunned after Donovan Curry's 50-yard field goal gave the JU football team a 30-29 win.
That win signaled the Dolphins come-uppance and was the confidence boost that JU needed en route to winning the 2008 Pioneer Football League championship.
On Saturday, the two teams will hook up again with a lot on the line early in the season.
"Any time you play San Diego, it is a big game," said JU head coach Kerwin Bell. "They are an extremely talented group that is well coached and plays hard on every snap. Our guys know that you can't take them lightly. They are a championship program that has the same goal as us – to win the PFL title."
Jacksonville (3-1, 1-0 PFL) will need its offense to pick up where it left off at Davidson.
The Dolphins racked up more than 500 yards for the second straight game, getting more than 400 of that in the air from Josh McGregor – who tied his own school record with six touchdown passes.
JU will also welcome Rudell Small back to the lineup after being limited to three carries last week due to injuries. In his place, J.J. Laster shined, rushing for more than 130 yards in his first career start.
"We're very fortunate that we've got a tremendous amount of depth at several positions – and running back is one of those," Bell said. "With Rudell banged up, we had to call on J.J. He stepped up with a great effort and allowed us not to miss a beat on offense."
While the offense has been stealing the headlines, the defense has made a habit of stealing the ball from the JU's opponents.
The Dolphins are third in the country in turnover margin, averaging a +1.75 ratio per game.
A lot of that has been caused by a strong secondary that has developed steadily since the beginning of preseason camp. A question mark entering the season, this group has evolved into game changers.
Topping it off has been the recent play of the defensive line, led by Bradley Burns. In his first full game of his senior season, Burns recorded 3.5 sacks – setting a new record for most sacks in a game.
Kickoff is set for Noon, with the game being broadcast on ASun.TV and 1010XL. Barry Milligan and Paul Spicer will have the call of the game, starting at 11:30 a.m. with the Bono's Barbecue Pregame Show.


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The Daily News always seeks to be accurate in its news coverage, but when we make a mistake, we want to know. Readers noting mistakes in stories are encouraged to call city editor Katie Lovett or editor John Macone at 978-462-6666.
In an article yesterday, "Business, house building rebounds," Dr. Heidi Bassler's business was incorrectly identified. It is Bassler Veterinary Hospital.


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44 teams apply for Global Venture Challenge
Oak Ridge National Laboratory released a list of university teams that have signed up for this year's Global Venture Challenge, which will have two competitions -- one that's focused on energy, the other on community resilience and homeland security. The event will be held at ORNL, March 24-26.
The event, now in its fourth year, began as "Nano Nexus," bringing together the science and entrepreneurial spirit with a chance for students to build a business plan and get feedback from professional investors, etc.
"The event is designed to accelerate the discovery and development of innovative ideas along the commercialization continuum, with the ultimate goal of launching new entrepreneurial ventures," according to the Global Venture Challenge 2010 Web site.
There will be an international presence at this year's event, with several teams coming from Canadian universities -- including four teams from McGill University. Some teams include members from multiple universities.
Among the universities that have submitted applications: Duke, Louisiana Tech, Oklahoma State, Southern Illinois, Purdue, Arkansas, Kentucy, Kansas, South Florida, Toronto, Virginia Tech, North Carolina, UNC-Charlotte, Penn, Negros Occidental-Recoletos, Southern Mississippi, Akron, Alabama, UAB, Arkansas State, Lehigh, Clemson, Florida, Louisville, Virginia, Maryland, Tennessee, Carnegie Mellon, Massachusetts, Alberta, Politecnica de Valencia, Queen's, UC-Riverside, Oklahoma, and Memphis.


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A crop of American cockroaches brings in serious cash.
Dozens of friends and
family members lit candles in front of Nathaniel Phillips' home in Springfield
Township Monday night.
Phillips was found dead in
a west Toledo parking lot early Monday with several gunshot wounds. Toledo
Police say so far they have not made any arrests, and Phillips' family says
they have no idea who would want him dead.
"I just can't believe that
it happened," said Bridget Holland, Phillips' mother. "I mean, he is such a
good person. I can't believe that somebody would do this."
Police say 21-year-old
Phillips was found just after midnight in the parking lot of the Twin Oaks
apartment complex near Reynolds Road. Michael Kohlhofer, Jr., 19, was shot in
the leg.
According to police,
witnesses said two men had knocked on the door of the apartment, were let
inside, and a suspect hit one person in the head, then a suspect opened fire.
"He didn't deserve nothing
like this," said Katina Coleman, Phillips' stepmother. "He was a beautiful
child, respectful, loving. We just want to know why and who, as soon as
Police urge anyone with
information on the crime to call Crimestopper at 419-255-1111.
"He was a great kid," said
Phillips' father Vaughn. "It's a horrible loss and I hope there's swift justice,
because he needs that. We need that."
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The 2011 World Series gets underway on Wednesday evening when the Texas Rangers take on the St. Louis Cardinals in Game 1 of the seven-game series. There's quite a bit of World Series preview information around Baseball Nation already, but the nuts and bolts of the opening game -- along with the time, TV schedule and all of that relevant information -- is posted below for the reader's viewing pleasure.
The pitching matchup, at least for Game 1, seems to be key. C.J. Wilson will take the mound for the Rangers and Chris Carpenter will start for the Cardinals as the two battle to determine which team will take an early advantage in the annual Fall Classic. Wilson hasn't exactly had a postseason to remember, as those reading this are aware, but helping his team to victory in the opening game of the World Series could do quite a bit to change that -- unless the bullpens become a factor early, of course.
To find out if Wilson and Carpenter will take turns fanning the opposing hitters, however, everyone is going to have to tune into FOX on Wednesday night. Coverage of the game begins at 7:30 ET with the opening pitch scheduled to be thrown at 8:05. A full schedule of the World Series schedule, with start times, was revealed last week.
For more on the Texas Rangers, be sure to visit Lone Star Ball. If the St. Louis Cardinals are the team to root for, though, don't forget about Viva El Birdos. And, while waiting for the game to start, make sure to catch a special World Series edition of the MLB Power Rankings.


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CATEGORIES MoviesWhile Hollywood will be busy celebrating, a new action adventure film,"Snitch" is sneaking into theaters this weekend.
Here, Dwayne Johnson plays a devoted dad-turned-undercover informant when his son is wrongly accused of drug distribution. In order to clear his boy's name, he risks his own life by infiltrating a drug carel.
You've heard what the critics think, but what's the real word on "Snitch"? Take a look at the You Review above to find out!


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Tax time is just around the corner, so now is the time to take steps to keep more of your hard-earned money next year. As the year comes to an end, you can take advantage of many opportunities to lower your tax bill. Here are seven tips you can use to save money when tax time rolls around next year.
1. Donate to Charity
Donating cash, property, clothing, household items or other goods is a great way to get a tax break and help a worthy cause at the same time. If you donate cash to an eligible charity this year, you can generally deduct the amount you contribute when you pay your taxes in April.
Important reminder: Under the new Pension Protection Act, as of January 1, 2007 you need a written receipt for all charitable donations, regardless of the amount. So make sure you save receipts so you can take full advantage of your charitable giving. 2. Give More Money Away
The gift of giving doesn't have to stop at contributions to organizations—you can also give up to $12,000 per individual to as many people as you'd like and pay no gift tax. This amount doubles to $24,000 if you give a gift with your spouse.
Eligible gifts include paying for someone's education, funding medical bills for others, or gifting appreciated stocks and/or securities. Just make sure that if you make a gift by check that the check clears by December 31, as the gift is considered "given" the year the check is cashed.
3. Accelerate Deductible Expenses
Do you have medical bills, state and local taxes, mortgage payments, or property taxes to pay? If so, you may want to consider making those payments before the year ends. Even if they aren't due until next year, any payments you make before December 31 are deductible on this year's tax return.
Making an extra mortgage payment or paying off outstanding dental or medical bills is a great way to offset your tax bill. Just make sure you aren't subject to the Alternative Minimum Tax (which generally applies to high-income or upper-middle income households) and that you plan to itemize your deductions.
4. Defer Income
Are you close to a lower tax bracket? If so, you might consider deferring payments and income until next year, which will lower this year's taxable income. Here are a few ways to take advantage of this potential tax break:
5. Offset Your Capital Gains
This is the time of year to take a good look at your investment portfolio and consider selling losing stocks to offset your capital gains. The loss from the stocks will counter the gains acquired from others, lowering your tax bill and softening the blow from under-performing stocks.
It's also important to remember that net losses can be deducted in full against other income—up to a $3,000 annual maximum write-off. Losses offset gains dollar for dollar up to the $3,000 limit, which can make unloading losing stocks this year a smart financial move.
6. Contribute the Maximum to Retirement Accounts
Retirement accounts are an excellent way to lower your tax bill, so make sure you're making the most of this break. If you can swing it financially, raising your 401k contributions to the maximum amount allowed will really take a bite out of your tax liability. You might also consider contributing year-end bonuses to a tax-deferred 401k account.
If you contribute to an IRA, you can make contributions for this year through April 15 for both traditional and Roth IRAs. This helps you build future security while also lowering your tax bill. But remember, when it comes to retirement contributions, it's to your advantage to make contributions sooner rather than later since you'll enjoy compound income growth.
7. Flexible Spending Accounts
Does your employer offer a flexible spending account? It's a great way to save cash by using tax-free money to pay eligible medical and child care expenses. You can use it to pay for medical or dental expenses that aren't covered (or fully covered) by insurance, like glasses and certain over-the-counter medications. You can also set up an account to pay for child care while you work or attend school.
The Bottom Line on Tax Savings
Of course, everyone's financial circumstances and needs are unique, so it's a good idea to carefully consider your choices and consult an experienced professional when appropriate. But remember, if you want to keep more of your money next year, now is the time to think about ways you can reduce Uncle Sam's share of your income.


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I watch him walking down the halls with his new girlfriend. I am filled with the uncontrollable anger, sadness, and jealousy. Yet, with all those emotions, there is still one more. It is lingering in my head, in my brain , the curiosity of why he ended our relationship.
We used to be a solid couple. We spent all our time together, laughing, singing, going places. We were "always and forever," as he had put it. That is, until this year. He broke up with me and began dating another girl. She was pretty, an average student, on the soccer team, and most hurtful of all, white.
I go to a mostly white high school. There are many ethnic kids who go here too and I am one of them.
Every time I pass my reflection in the mirror I stop and see two dark eyes, a flat nose, and a mass of black hair that frames my melon-shaped Chinese face. I ask myself, "Will I fit in? Will people overlook your outer-self and realize what a kind, considerate, cultured person is hidden beneath the color of your skin?" I reassure myself and say, "There is no reason for people not to like you, unless they are prejudiced, which is terrible and wrong."
There is not too much prejudice in my school. I was not aware that in other schools (and towns) it still existed. I had not been teased and made fun of for years, but one day when I was walking down the street in another town, a group of younger girls called out hateful names which hurt me badly. I did not say anything to them, being shy and self-conscious, and walked away, angered by their ignorance. It felt strange when they said those words. Since it had not happened for such a long time, I was not used to it. If the same thing had happened a few years back, I would have burst out crying, but now the shock, the realization that some people still felt that way, left me speechless.
So when my boyfriend broke up with me (after that incident had occurred), I could not help thinking that he broke up because of my race. I still think that now. He is white and it mattered to me to have a "white" boy like me. Maybe he was ashamed to be seen with me, or maybe our love was just not meant to be. I am not a confident or outgoing person. Right now I feel as if no one will ever love me again. I have so many doubts about why we broke up that will probably never be answered. I don't think that I'll ever be comfortable knowing I am different and that there are people that will not accept me. n
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The Springfield man who broke out of jail, killed a man and shot several people including two officers was sentenced to life in prison Wednesday afternoon.
Tamik Kirkland was found guilty on all 14 counts he was charged with, including the murder of Sheldon Innocent.
The Hampden County Courthouse was heavily guarded as the verdict was read in the Tamik Kirkland murder trial.
Kirkland stood with a blank expression as a guilty verdict was read for all 14 counts.
Kirkland broke out of prison back in April of 2011 after hearing that his mother had been shot in Springfield.
He then went into a Springfield barber shop, shot and killed Innocent, an unintended victim, and seriously wounded the barber, Darryl King.
King was shot 11 times by Kirkland.
"I went through a lot of surgeries and I'm just glad it's all over with," said King.
"Sheldon was my best friend and my first born," said his mother, Emily Innocent.
Innocent's family wiped away tears as they spoke of the beloved father and son.
"He was a good husband, friend and father. I couldn't ask anymore from him," said Innocent's wife, Savannah Sanders-Innocent.
Although Innocent's family said they feel cheated by his death, Wednesday's verdict also brings some sense of closure.
"It's been a long haul this past couple of years and it's finally finishing," said Emily Innocent
Kirkland was taken away in handcuffs and shackles.
He will serve his life sentence at MCI-Cedar Junction located in Walpole, MA.
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Is everyone as excited as we are for tomorrow's San Francisco Posh Party? We can't wait to see our local Poshers, have a cocktail (or two) and see our oh-so-stylish co-hosts!
We adore their style so much, that we had to share a few of their recent outfits that we couldn't stop crushing on! If you haven't already, rsvp for tomorrow's event and be sure to follow our co-hosts on Poshmark to get first dibs on their lust worthy listings.
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Hello, spring! We adore Amanda's soft and feminine dress paired with a statement necklace and nude sandals. The flowers in her bag are a fun and unexpected accessory, too! Oh-la-love!
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Bold, beautiful and oh-so-fun! Caity is wearing this dress and SO well. We love a fun printed midi dress…added bonus: you can shop this dress in her closet! Yes, please!
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This look is classic with a fabulous twist. The nautical striped blouse and tassel necklace are pumped up when paired with her camo jacket and brooch. This is a look we will be copying soon!
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What a boho beauty! We are so in love with Kate's daisy maxi paired with the denim tank and floppy hat—it's a match made in style heaven.
We can't wait to see what these gals wear tomorrow night!
Poshmark is throwing our first LIVE Posh Party of 2014 in our hometown of San Francisco and you're invited! Grab your PFFs and join the Poshmark team, your co-hosts, and local Poshers for a fun night of shopping, cocktails, giveaways, mingling and more. Plus, get a custom Poshmark-inspired mani by the talented nail artists and local SF favorites, Pams & Kin.
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[b]Three wrestlers advance to State[/b]
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Johnson, Brakke & Reuer
Beau Johnson (HWT) captured first place at the Region 4B Wrestling Tournament held in Philip on Saturday, February 21, and two other Lyman grapplers qualified for the State Tournament.
Blaine Brakke (135) won second place and Tanner Reuer (171) placed third.
The three will wrestle at the State B Tournament in Sioux Falls on Friday-Saturday, February 27-28.
- Booster Club hosts kick off
- Market features sunflower blooms and more
- Kennebec to celebrate Lake Byre; DayTriathlon set for Saturday
- Pool season comes to an end
- Hoping for a favorable nod from the judge
- Reminiscing at school reunions
- New Lutheran pastor arrives in Presho.
- Lyman and Presho alumni meet this weekend
- School board welcomes new superintendent
- Celebrating Independence, Statehood Vivian style
- Wheat Growers ready to build when rail rehab is announced
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We will be discussing "Will Grayson, Will Grayson" by John Green & David Levithan. Copies will be available at Main & Dole.
Read & Reflect: Catherine the Great
The extraordinary story of an obscure German princess who became one of the most remarkable, powerful, and captivating women in history. All are welcome to attend. Books are available at the Dole Branch Library one month before the discussion.
Brown Bag: The Golden Egg
In The Golden Egg, Commissario Brunetti looks into the suspicious death of a deaf and mentally handicapped man who worked at the neighborhood dry cleaners. Why would anyone want this sweet, simple-minded man dead? All are welcome to attend. Books are available at the Dole Branch Library one month before the discussion.
Maze Nonfiction Book Discussion: Destiny of a Republic
Destiny of the Republic: A Tale of Madness, Medicine and the Murder of a President,by Candice Millard
Born into poverty, President James A. Garfield, four months after his inauguration, was shot by a deranged office seeker and thus began a fight over his medical care and a struggle for power in the administration.
Copies of Destiny of a Republic will be available at Maze Branch a month before the discussion. Library book discussions are open to all who are committed to reading and talking about books.
genre X: Zone One
Join us for our monthly book discussion for readers in their 20s and 30s. October's selection is Zone One by Colson Whitehead.
Copies of the book will be available at the Main Library a month before the discussion.
For more information on genre X, visit our website and join our Goodreads group to see a list of upcoming and previous selections.
Inspiration: Living Life Mindfully - The Happiness Project
Sitting on the bus one day, author Gretchen Craft Rubin realizes her life is zipping along and wonders if she can't make her days happier. A "Resolution Chart" with specific activities for each month helped her define happiness and become happier with her very good life. The happiness project: why I spent a year trying to sing in the morning, clean my closets, fight right, read Aristotle, and generally have more fun reflects a change of the mind, not a change of location.
Living Life Mindfully: Learning to Fall: The blessings of an imperfect life
Diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's disease, Author Phillips Simmons shares his unexpected lessons in living, where he finds answers to life's deepest questions, from turtle behavior to Buddhist philosophy, and introduces the inhabitants of his small New England town. Learning to fall: The blessings of an imperfect life take readers on a journey of acceptance and letting go. Inspiration: Living Life Mindfully book discussion features a new non-fiction title each month.
genre x Book Discussion: The Snow Child
Please join us for our monthly book discussion for 20s and 30s hosted by the Oak Park Public Library. December's selection is The Snow Child by Eowyn Ivey.
Copies of the book will be available at the Main Library a month before the discussion.


text: Every January between Jan 15 and Jan 25, Robins return to our crab apple trees to feast. One of the trees is real close to our window in the living room, so our view of this annual return is amazing! The first picture is of the crab apples is bloom. The others are of the annual feast. If I were to guess, there must be at least 100 of these robins on the trees at all times. Enjoy!


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One chaser visits Tent City in Lakewood Township to share what goes on there as the town tries to shut it down.
Chaser Hank looks into why there have been so many deaths caused by trains in New Jersey. One chaser investigates a sex slave ring in New Jersey.
In The High Speed Chase, Pelican Island residents don't want Snooki renting a house in their neighborhood, Corey Booker starts a social media campaign and there is a contest to make a new "Stronger than the Storm" campaign song.
Senator Barbra Buono visits Chasing New Jersey to talk about her campaign for New Jersey Governor.
In NJ Search Engine, everyone was eagerly awaiting the birth of the royal baby. Dubai is offering residents a gold reward for every pound they lose.
Geraldo Rivera tweeted a shirtless selfie saying "70 is the new 50".
In What the Heck, a woman in Britain tried to ride her pony through a McDonalds drive through. When they wouldn't serve her in the drive through, she brought the pony inside.