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Sean Durity
Sean writes to inspire, encourage, and challenge. His educational background includes a B.S. in Decision Science from Berry College and a Masters of Divinity from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Vocationally, Sean has worked in restaurants, ministry, and IT. He writes about topics ranging from his daughter s mitochondrial disease to Bible to the NFL s Pittsburgh Steelers. His article Dying Woman Receives a Picture from her Dead Husband was selected as Content of the Year in 2011. Currently, he is experimenting with short fiction and has launched the Durt on the Bible blog. Follow him on Twitter: @SeanDurityRead More »
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NFL Draft 2013: Pittsburgh Steelers Patiently Draft Game-Breaking LB Jarvis JonesThe Pittsburgh Steelers selected Georgia outside linebacker Jarvis Jones with the 17th pick in the 2013 NFL Draft. GM Kevin Colbert said that there were 6-8 "special," impact players in the 2013 draft. The Steelers believe Jones is one of them.
Former Celtic Woman Star Lisa Kelly Opens Voice Academy in GeorgiaOn Monday, February 25, 2013, Lisa Kelly, formerly with Celtic Woman, taught her first classes at a new performing arts academy in Peachtree City, Georgia. Recently, I talked with her about her move to Georgia and The Lisa Kelly Voice Academy.
Special Needs Mom Leads Nonprofit to Help Thousands of Georgia FamiliesLucy Cusick never expected to be the mother of a special needs child or the director of a nonprofit organization helping these families. Recently, I sat down with Lucy to ask how she overcame her difficulties to be such a help for others.
More Than Christmas Lights: Georgia Family Invites All to Catch Christmas SpiritOn Brookwood Drive in Mableton, Georgia, the Ellis home annually transforms into a Christmas wonderland of lights and decorations. While it is a popular, local spectacle, they are not aiming for a slick production. Their goal is personal and purposeful.
First Person: Press Rookie Covers First NFL GameOn November 18, 2012, I covered my first NFL game as a member of the press. It was the Sunday Night game between my beloved Pittsburgh Steelers and their rivals, the Baltimore Ravens. I will always remember that day.
Watching the NFL from the Press Box: Real Fantasy Football?Most NFL fans would jump at the chance to watch their favorite team from the press box. They imagine special access, free food, great seats for free, and protection from the elements. But is it really the experience a fan wants? You decide.
Four Positives from the Steelers Tough Loss to the Ravens: A Fan's OptimismThe Pittsburgh Steelers lost at home to their rivals, the Baltimore Ravens, on Sunday, November 18, 2012. It was a stinging defeat for the Steelers. While I left the game disappointed about missed opportunities, there are some positives for Steelers fans.
What We Learned from Steelers' Scare Against Chiefs: A Fan's AnalysisOn November 12, 2012, The Pittsburgh Steelers struggled to defeat the Kansas City Chiefs 16-13 in overtime. While the Steelers were favorites against the hapless Chiefs, they played like the rain, on and off throughout the game. Here's what fans learned
Steelers at Giants - a Battle of NFL Nobility: A Fan's RespectOn Sunday, November 4, 2012, the Pittsburgh Steelers will travel to storm-torn New Jersey to face the New York Giants. It is a match-up of the league's noble franchises. This game is a jousting match between honorable kings.Also published on:
Improving Steelers Should Rip Woeful Titans: A Steelers Fan's PreviewThe Pittsburgh Steelers are the featured team in Thursday night's primetime matchup at the Tennessee Titans on October 11, 2012. The Steelers are the better team and should keep the Nashville faithful moaning and groaning for another week.
Sloppy Steelers Lose, Need Bye Week to Regroup: A Steelers Fan's ReactionOn Sunday, September 23, 2012, the Oakland Raiders' Sebastian Janikowski finished off the Pittsburgh Steelers with a last second field goal 34-31. With their untypically sloppy play, though, the Steelers looked like a team already taking their bye.
Deeper Steelers Will Ground Hopeful Jets: A Steelers Fan's PreviewThe Pittsburgh Steelers welcome the New York Jets to Heinz Field on Sunday, September 15, 2012. The Jets and Steelers will both be without their game-changing secondary stars. the Steelers will still delight the home fans with a convincing victory.
Steelers Can Build on Tough Loss to Broncos: A Fan's Take-AwaysOn September 9, 2012, the Pittsburgh Steelers traveled to face the Denver Broncos in the season opener of Sunday Night Football. The Steelers lost the hard-fought game. The Steelers said that they will learn from this game. Here are three building blocks:
Pittsburgh Steelers Show Depth and Improvement Against Colts: A Fan's Preseason NotesOn August 19, 2012, the Pittsburgh Steelers played their home preseason opener against the Indianapolis Colts. The Steelers won 26-24, but the in-game details were more important than the final score.
2012 Pittsburgh Steelers Will Take 12-4 Record into Playoffs: A Fan's Fearless PredictionThe Pittsburgh Steelers opened training camp on Friday, July 27th. Here are my fearless game-by-game predictions for the 2012 season.
With Signing of DeCastro, Steelers Settle Line Going into Camp: A Fan's TakeOn July 23, 2012, just 4 days ahead of training camp, the Pittsburgh Steelers signed their first round pick, guard David Decastro. That completes an offseason in which the Steelers have reworked their most notable weakness, the offensive line.
Can the Steelers Rush to Victory? a Fan's Training Camp PreviewOn Friday, July 27, 2012, there will be two important opening ceremonies. At 3 p.m. the Steelers will open training camp with their first practice. They are poised for another great season, but there are plenty of questions about the running game.
Ben Roethlisberger Should Miss a Game or Two for Son: A Fan's Father's Day AdviceOn Saturday, June 9, 2012, Ben Roethlisberger and his wife Ashley announced that they were going to have a son "later this year." Should Ben Roethlisberger miss a game or two to be involved with the birth? As a fan and a father of three, I say yes.
Marriage Communication Rule #2: Fifty Dollar RuleDisagreements in marriage about money are very common, but dangerous. A healthy marriage must develop financial unity. My wife, Melanie, and I build unity with the Fifty Dollar Rule.
If I Had Sixty Minutes with Steelers WR Mike Wallace: A Fan's AdviceJune 15, 2012, is the deadline for wide receiver Mike Wallace to decide if he will accept the restricted free agent tender from the Pittsburgh Steelers. If I had sixty minutes to give Wallace my advice, this is what I would say.
2012 Pittsburgh Steelers Build Offseason Excitement: A Fan's Giddy TakeHardcore fans of the Pittsburgh Steelers are already getting excited for the 2012-13 season. I think the Steelers organization is making all the right moves to make the 2012-13 season a great one.
Pittsburgh Steelers 2012 Draft Sends Clear Messages: A Fan's InterpretationWhile I would join the pundits and give the Steelers an A for a preliminary draft grade, I think it is more interesting to think about what the Steelers are saying with their draft choices. Here are the messages I think they are sending:
Pittsburgh Steelers Strike Draft Gold in David DeCastro: A Fan's ReactionNo mock draft I saw had David DeCastro, offensive guard from Stanford, available for the Pittsburgh Steelers at the 24th pick in the 2012 NFL Draft. In DeCastro, the Steelers got both a highly rated player and filled a gaping need.
2012 Atlanta Falcons Schedule Features Tough Road Back to PlayoffsUnder the leadership of general manager, Thomas Dimitroff, and head coach, Mike Smith, the Atlanta Falcons have achieved consistent success that the franchise never had previously. The 2012 schedule, though, is a tough headwind for the rising Falcons.
2012 Pittsburgh Steelers Schedule Features Games Against Both Mannings, Tebow: A Fan's First ReactionWith the release of the 2012 schedule, the excitement for the Pittsburgh Steelers season officially begins. Here's a preview of the schedule.
A Surprise First Pick for the Steelers in the Draft? a Fan's SpeculationThe Pittsburgh Steelers own the 24th overall pick in the April 26, 2012 NFL draft. I think the Steelers might surprise the experts.
Pittsburgh Steelers Should Trade for Tim Tebow: A Fan's OpinionJohn Elway is ready to trade Tim Tebow, and the Pittsburgh Steelers should make the deal to go get him.
Steelers Don't Need Free Agent Splash: A Fan's Relaxed OpinionThe Pittsburgh Steelers don't need the splash or headaches of the free agent frenzy, and it is one of the reasons I love this organization.
How I Learned to Listen Even Though Hearing-ImpairedWhen my wife and my friend both told me I was a good listener, I was surprised. I had always thought of myself as hearing-impaired, which had to exclude me from being a "good" listener. Or maybe not.
Celtic Woman, the "Believe" Tour: A Fan's ReviewTo celebrate my wife's 40th birthday, we attended the Atlanta appearance of Celtic Woman on February 9, 2012. With a new CD, DVD, and some new performers, does Celtic Woman still have the magic that won over millions of fans?
Hard to Say "Good Bye": A Steelers Fan Endures the OffseasonJason La Canfora of the NFL Network reported that the Pittsburgh Steelers will not bring back wide receiver and fan favorite Hines Ward next season. Several long-time Steelers will not be with the team next season. This is when it is hard to be a fan.Also published on:
Bruce Arians Retires as Pittsburgh OC: A Steelers Fan's Surprising ReactionThe Pittsburgh Steelers lost their offensive coordinator as Bruce Arians retired on Friday, January 20th. The Steelers are losing a valuable member of a winning coaching staff. This is not good news.
AFC Championship a Disaster Movie: A Steelers Fan's TakeFor a Pittsburgh Steelers fan, the January 22, 2012, AFC Championship Game between the Baltimore Ravens and the New England Patriots is a disaster movie.Also published on:
Ooof! Tebow's Arm and Steelers' Miscues End Steelers' Season: A Steelers Fan's WoeI was right to be nervous about Tim Tebow and the Denver Broncos. With an 80 yard overtime dagger, they knocked out my beloved Pittsburgh Steelers 29-23 on January 8, 2012. That stinks!Also published on:
Tim Tebow and the Broncos Make Me Nervous: A Steelers Fan's ConcernThere are plenty of reasons why the Pittsburgh Steelers are heavily favored in their playoff match-up against the Denver Broncos on January 8, 2012. Yet, I have nagging concerns about this game.Also published on:
Hines Ward Eighth Player to 1,000 Receptions: A Steelers Fan's TributeHines Ward has long been one of my all-time favorite Steelers. On January 1, 2012, Ward caught five passes against the Cleveland Browns for 24 yards. While his game stat line is not impressive, it gave Ward an even 1,000 receptions for his amazing career.Also published on:
Mercy?Today, Todd would face his wife's killer. Four days ago (only four?) the killer had taken her life. The funeral was over. Family and friends had mostly drifted back to their own lives. It was time for Todd to do something about the killer.
Looking for the Trifecta: A Steeler Fan's Week 17 WishesWhile the Pittsburgh Steelers have already earned a playoff berth, much is still to be determined by the results on January 1, 2012. The Steelers might be the #5 seed or they could end up as the #1 seed with a week off and all playoff games at home.Also published on:
Dear Santa: A Pittsburgh Steelers Fan's Open LetterIt is game-eve, the day before the Pittsburgh Steelers face the St. Louis Rams on December 24, 2011. Here's my Steelers wish list for Santa.Also published on:
Pittsburgh Steelers Control Their Destiny, Should Beat San Francisco: A Fan's PreviewI knew it would happen. The Pittsburgh steelers control their own playoff destiny as they prepare for their December 19, 2011, matchup against the 49ers.Also published on:
Gutsy Big Ben and Stingy Defense Keep Steelers on Track for AFC's #1 Seed: A Steelers Fan's ReactionAt times Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has been called a drama queen. But on December 8, 2011, he calmly turned drama into the stuff of legend.
Steelers to Enjoy Leftovers in Romp Over Chiefs: A Steelers Fan's PreviewOn November 27, the Pittsburgh Steelers face the Kansas City Chiefs for the last football game of the Thanksgiving weekend. Steelers fans will be ready for some leftovers, but Chiefs fans will be dreading this game like it is time to clean the turkey.Also published on:
Steelers Should Win Final Six Games: A Steelers Fan Looks AheadComing off the latest NFL bye week, the Pittsburgh Steelers face a six game stretch that will determine their postseason positioning. The Steelers have a legitimate shot to win all six games. If they do, they could be the AFC's #1 seed.Also published on:
Fantasy in Lights at Callaway Gardens: Creating Your Family MemoryFor two decades, families in the southeast have flocked to Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain for Fantasy in Lights. It is more than just a drive-thru light show. It became a family memory-maker. Here is a guide to creating your own family memory there.
Steelers Rest in First After Beating Bengals: A Steelers Fan's ReactionThe Pittsburgh Steelers (7-3) got just what they needed to jump back into first place in the AFC North. They beat the Cincinnati Bengals (6-3) on their home field (again) and then watched the Baltimore Ravens (6-3) fall apart (again).
Respecting the Ravens: A Steelers Fan's Day-After ReactionOn November 6, 2011, the Baltimore Ravens (6-2) defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers (6-3) 23-20 with a touchdown strike with just 8 seconds remaining. The loss was too shocking and bitter. But today, I can write without lashing out.
Surging Steelers Will Stuff the Sagging Ravens: A Steelers Fan's PreviewOn Sunday, November 6, 2011, the best NFL rivalry comes to prime time. It is the Baltimore Ravens visiting the Pittsburgh Steelers. Now it is the Steelers who are playing great football - winning four in a row. This time they will win. Here's why:
Exorcising the Patriots: A Steelers Fan's Divine FormulaThe ghosts and demons of past losses will be out when the Pittsburgh Steelers host the New England Patriots on October 30. These ghoulish memories seem all too real. It is time for an exorcism to break the ghostly cycle.
Steelers Face Three Game Gauntlet Before Bye: A Steelers Fan's ViewThe Pittsburgh Steelers have a bye week during the NFL's week 11. To get to the bye, the Steelers face a three game gauntlet against the New England Patriots, Baltimore Ravens, and Cincinnati Bengals.Also published on:
Thank You, Jaguars: A Steelers Fan Rejoices in Ravens DefeatAs a Pittsburgh Steelers fan, I revelled as the Jacksonville Jaguars stymied the Ravens offense and won 12-7. This time the Jaguars played a solid four quarters to give the Ravens their own taste of stifling defense.
Steelers Air Out Cardinals in Desert Tune-up: A Fan's ReactionFor the second straight week, the Pittsburgh Steelers faced a familiar opponent with only one win. This time they didn't let an inferior team hang around, closing out the Arizona Cardinals 32-20 in a desert tune-up.
Defending Herman Cain's 9-9-9 PlanRepublican Presidential hopeful Herman Cain introduced the 9-9-9 plan as his tax formula to generate economic growth. On October 18, the debate's lead-off question had every other candidate attacking his plan. The objections do not stand up to scrutiny.
Steelers Look Good Despite Close Finish: A Steelers Fan's ReactionThe Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 17-13 on October 16. The game was just what the Steelers needed -- until the second half. While the second half showed familiar concerns, the Steelers gave me reasons for optimism.
Jackin' the Jaguars: A Steelers fan's previewThe Pittsburgh Steelers (3-2) host the Jacksonville Jaguars (1-4) on Sunday, October 16, 2011. These are my keys for a Steelers victory against the struggling Jaguars.
Corralling the Texans: A Steelers fan's previewOn Sunday, October 2, 2011, the 2-1 Pittsburgh Steelers travel to face the 2-1 Houston Texans. This game will help determine which team is a playoff contender. For the Steelers to win, they have to corral the Texans. Here are my rodeo tips
Steelers escape with win, but concerns grow: A fan's reactionA win is a win, especially on the road. However, it was hard to get too excited about the Pittsburgh Steelers last second victory over the "headless horsemen" (the Indianapolis Colts) on September 25, 2011.
Fan's preview: Steelers need not fear 'headless horsemen'It will be dark outside when the Pittsburgh Steelers travel to face the Indianapolis Colts for "Sunday Night Football"on September 25, 2011. Here is how the Steelers need to deal with those "headless horsemen."
Steelers follow script against Seahawks: A fan's reviewI'm sure that coach Mike Tomlin and his Pittsburgh Steelers aren't reading my columns. However, against the Seattle Seahawks on September 18, 2011, they followed the script I hoped to see. Let's see how closely they followed it.
Steelers must crush Seahawks: A fan's takeOn September 18, 2011, the Pittsburgh Steelers will host the Seattle Seahawks with each team fighting for its first win. Here are my keys for a victory that gets the season turned back in the right direction.
Sean's NFL what to watch in Week 2: A fan's half-serious viewEvery NFL week has its shocks, surprises, and standouts. For week two of 2011, the NFL schedule is wacky on its own. It should make for entertaining football. This is my half-serious look at what to watch in this week's games.
Ravens destroy Steelers in "must win": A Steelers fan lamentsThe Baltimore Ravens blasted the Pittburgh Steelers 35-7 on September 11, 2011. While Ravens fans rejoice, I won't despair too much. This was a "must win" for the Ravens, but not as crucial for the Steelers. It was ugly, but forgettable.
Saints loss good and bad for Falcons: A local fan's takeThe 2011 NFL season started with a bang as the world champion Green Bay Packers hung on to defeat the New Orleans Saints on September 8, 2011. As a Falcon fan, I see good and bad in this outcome.
Whipping the Ravens: A Steelers fan's keys to victoryThe NFL season can't start any better than the Pittsburgh Steelers visiting the Baltimore Ravens on September 11, 2011. This is the premiere rivalry in the NFL. This is what I think the Steelers need to do to win.
Embarrassing the Bears: A local Falcons fan's recipe for victoryThe Atlanta Falcons open their 2011 season on the road against the Chicago Bears on September 11, 2011. This is my recipe for a tasty victory.Also published on:
Why I hate the Ravens: A Steelers fan explainsAs a Pittsburgh Steelers fan there are several teams that I detest. But there is no team I despise more than the Baltimore Ravens. Here's why:Also published on:
2011 Atlanta Falcons season: A local fan's fearless game-by-game predictionsAfter a 13-3 season in 2010, hopes are high in Atlanta for a deep playoff run. Will the Falcons rise up? Here are my fearless (and fun) game-by-game predictions for the 2011 Atlanta Falcons.
Concern grows as Falcons lose third-straight preseason game: A local fan's takePreseason doesn't matter, right? While the win-loss records do get wiped out, the Falcons' defeat to the Pittburgh Steelers on Saturday, August 27, 2011, was troubling. But I don't depair. Here is what I saw, both concerning and hopeful.
Steelers costly win holds promise and concern for fans: A fan's takeThe Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Atlanta Falcons 34-16 on August 27, 2011. The Steelers made big plays to secure the victory, but it may have been costly. Here is what I saw:
Is God Faithful?A dramatic monologue to introduce the book of Lamentations. "My name is Jeremiah. God has been faithful to me through the most difficult of times. Even now, as my people are destroyed, I am clinging to his faithfulness."
Must-see preseason NFL in Steelers vs. Falcons game: A fan's excitementWhile the August 27, 2011, Pittsburgh Steelers vs Atlanta Falcons game is only preseason, I can't wait to see it. The last three games in this series have been some of the best I have ever seen.
Steelers provide measuring stick for Falcons: Local fan's takeIf the Falcons want to win a Super Bowl, they should take advantage of this chance to play last year's AFC representative. Will the Falcons "rise up" to the challenge? Here is what I will watch.
Falcons an important test for Steelers: A fan's takeThe Pittsburgh Steelers could not have asked for a better opponent for their third pre-season game, the Atlanta Falcons. Here is what I will be watching during the game.
Steelers show midseason focus: A fan's takeIt was only August 18th, 2011, but the Pittsburgh Steelers calmly whipped the dreaming Philadelphia Eagles. As a Steeler fan, here is what I saw from the black and gold in this game.
First person: Falcons-Dolphins preseason first thoughtsI took my older son to his first NFL game - the Atlanta Falcons vs the Miami Dolphins. It was only the first pre-season game, but it was full of important "firsts" for Falcons fans.
Brighter Days: Mitochondrial Medicine in 2011Recently I sat down with Dr. Frances Kendall, a nationally beloved geneticist and mitochondrial specialist. She shared her knowledge about the exciting developments in mitochondrial medicine that impact patients and families.
Some Might SaySome might say your smile is crooked But I remember when you couldn't smile at all
Fearless Prediction: 2011 Pittsburgh SteelersTraining Camps have just started. Free agency is still open. All the draft picks aren't in camp, yet. However, here is a game-by-game, fearless prediction for the 2011 Pittsburgh Steelers.
Should Gospel Artists Perform at a Casino?On July 29, 2011, CeCe Winans and Russ Taff are scheduled to perform at Golden Moon Hotel and Casino in Choctaw, Mississippi, for its "Southern Gospel Celebration." Should gospel artists take their good news into casinos?
Why the NFL is Better Than College FootballSaturday or Sunday football? The debate has simmered for years. Here are a few reasons why the NFL is just superior to college football.
Adding Fun to Your Fantasy Football League RulesFantasy football players know how much fun the draft and the games are. But you can add extra fun into your league with these rules from a league with 17 seasons of experience.
Fantasy Football Rules to Keep Your League TogetherIt is fun to whip a bunch of random owners in an on-line fantasy league. But, fantasy football is much more competitive fun with friends. Based on 17 seasons with most of the same friends, here is what works to keep a league friendly, fun, and intact.
Fantasy Football League Rules: A Real League TemplateYour fantasy football league needs written rules. Polished and tweaked over 17 years, this elegant set of rules could serve as a starter template for your league.
How Far Our Nation Has Turned from TheeInspired by the book of Jeremiah, a villanelle form poem imploring a nation to return to God.
Go Green: Use More Paper"Save a tree, don't use paper!" cry those who are trying to be green. But conventional green-thinking is wrong. If you really want more trees, use more paper.
A Dad's Plea: All I Want for Father's Day is the NFLYou can keep the ties, the new shirt, and the nose hair trimmers. All I want for Father's Day is the promise of a normal NFL season. Here is what the players and owners should do.
Callaway Gardens: A Guide to Family AdventureCallaway Gardens is less than 2 hours from Atlanta. With several new outdoor activities, Callaway Gardens is a fantastic family destination. Here is what you need to know to plan your family's active get-away, including the best bargains we found.
Marriage Communication Rule #1: No Green PeppersHow ordering a pizza revealed a crucial communication key for our marriage.
Why I Will Vote for Herman CainHerman Cain is experiencing a groundswell of interest in his candidacy for the 2012 Republican Presidential nomination. I have been impressed with him since the mid 1990s. Here are reasons why I will support Cain for President.
First Person: Herman Cain's 2012 Presidential Candidacy AnnouncementIt was hard to tell who was more giddy, the children playing in the Fountain of Rings or the 15,000 supporters who cheered Herman Cain's announcement of his candidacy for President. My son and I joined in both today at Atlanta's Centennial Olympic Park.
Standing in HopeWhen my daughter was diagnosed with an incurable illness, I could not think it would lead to hope. But God did not let me fall. These words from the Bible sparked the light of hope in me.
Dying Woman Receives a Picture from Her Dead HusbandA message from heaven? A dying woman receives a picture from her dead husband. How a 67 year old picture arrives just in time.Also published on:
Beyond the Dollar Value of Classic Baseball CardsCard collecting introduced me to the history of baseball. Here I found something beyond cardboard pictures. I found legends worth admiring for the values they demonstrated.
We Call it Good?Why is Good Friday, good?
Local Restaurant Gems in South Cobb, GeorgiaLooking for a great meal? Here are some of the best local restaurant gems in southern Cobb County. Cobb County is a north-western suburb of Atlanta, Georgia. Southern Cobb County includes Austell, Mableton, and Smyrna.
Hope when There is No CureMy daughter has a disease with no cure, and it is likely that she will die young because of it. A prognosis like that can bring despair and hopelessness. However, we have found certain hope because of our faith in Jesus.
Why Steelers/Packers Will Be a Great Super Bowl XLVThe Super Bowl transcends just sports, attracting millions of viewers who aren't particularly avid football fans. This year, though, the game itself should be super. Here are 5 reasons why.
Loving wife joins Steeler Nation, reschedules birthScheduling birth around the Super Bowl? This woman in Steeler Nation is.
What Are Mitochondrial Diseases?When our one year old daughter was diagnosed with mitochondrial disease, we knew nothing about it. Through the last few years we have learned about these mysterious diseases and how to cope with their potentially devastating impacts.


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She was preceded in death by her parents, Hanna Belle Blanton and Paul Blanton; daughter, Winona Hartley; brother, James Blanton; her first husband, Mancle Guthrie; her second husband, Homer Barton; and grandson, Brian Hartley.
She is survived by her son, Kieffer Guthrie (Tammy); sisters, Ethoda Elliott, Dois Elliott, Helen McCombs, Aleen Williams, Janice Ennis, Sue Mills and Christene Curtis; brothers, Johnny Paul Blanton and Rudean Click; grandchildren, Jason Guthrie, Chris Hartley, Derick Hartley, Allison Guthrie and Destinee Guthrie; several great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and dear friends.
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Call 0845 600 1919
The story of our family business begins with a young orphan from Switzerland who travelled to England to make his name.
After losing his parents at an early age, Frederick Belmont spent his teens in apprenticeships for all manner of bakers and confectioners across Europe. By the time he arrived in England his head was filled with knowledge of their craft – and dreams of his future.
In London, Frederick discovered he had lost the address he was travelling to. All he could remember was that the town sounded like 'Bratwurst'. Through sheer luck he found himself on a train to Bradford.
Fortunately the beautiful countryside and sweet clear air reminded him of his native Switzerland – so much so, that he decided to stay. In 1919 he opened his first Bettys Café Tea Rooms in the fashionable spa town of Harrogate. The combination of mouth-watering Swiss confectionery and Yorkshire warmth and hospitality in such an elegant setting proved irresistible. Bettys was an instant success and was soon able to boast of 'Royal and Distinguished Patronage' on its letterhead.
In the 1920s Frederick opened a Craft Bakery in Harrogate, complete with its own orchard. Thanks to the new Bakery, Frederick was able to open Bettys branches in other Yorkshire towns including a flagship café in York, inspired by the magnificent Queen Mary Cruise liner. His York tea room became particularly popular during the war years when the basement 'Bettys Bar' became the favourite destination of the hundreds of American and Canadian 'Bomber Boys' stationed around York. 'Bettys Mirror', on which many of them engraved their signatures with a diamond pen, remains on display at the branch today.
In the 1960s Bettys joined forces with another Yorkshire business, family tea and coffee merchants, Taylors of Harrogate.
The years passed, and the business was handed down the family, who still run Bettys today. In the early sixties we bought Taylors, a family-run tea and coffee merchant, also based in Harrogate. It proved to be a winning combination.
With six Bettys Café Tea Rooms across Yorkshire, our own Cookery School and a home delivery service, the business has certainly grown. But we remain true to Frederick's founding principles.
We're devoted to doing things beautifully, from the cakes, breads and fancies made fresh each day at our Craft Bakery, to the way we look after our customers. And this is matched by the respectful manner in which we deal with the people who grow our speciality teas and gourmet coffees.
After 80 years the identity of Betty still remains a family mystery – although over the years many explanations have been offered.
Frederick could have named his Tea Rooms after the late Queen Mother, Elizabeth Bowes Lyon, who was born at the turn of the century, or perhaps a former manageress of the Harrogate Spa, Betty Lupton, 'Queen of the Harrogate Wells'.
There's a sentimental tale of young Betty, a doctor's daughter, who died of tuberculosis and whose father's practice on Cambridge Crescent later became the first Bettys Café Tea Rooms.
Our favourite story, however, is the one which tells of a small girl interrupting the very first Board Meeting when the issue of what to call the Tea Rooms was being discussed. The girl's name, of course, was Betty.
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This is a standard August Burns Red album. If you liked them before you will like this material as well. They have less breakdowns which is good, more very melodic riffs, and some great vocals as well. I strongly suggest checking this album out if you are a fan of their old work or someone trying to hear the best the band has put out.
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August Burns Red have kept their heads down, conquering fans at Warped Tour, on the Take Action tour and at destinations from Dubai to Dallas, and increased their profile through placement of their beloved take on 'Carol Of The Bells' in the movie trailer for The Spirit. The band returned to the studio to record its hotly anticipated follow-up with lauded producer Jason Suecof (Sevendust, All That Remains, Trivium). The result, Constellations, a crushing Metal tour de force, the album pushes ABR's trademark aural blitz into directions previously unexplored by the band. Already one of the year's most anticipated Metal albums, Constellations will make good on the promise of the past two years, and will serve as proof-positive that August Burns Red's success is no mere solar flare.
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Out of all the metal albums to hit the shelves this year, I have to say that so far, this one has been one of few to not suck. August Burns Red latest album is Good. Very Good. It has some catchy, sick stuff in it. And some of the stuff on this album will blow your mind. Definately buy this. It does not disappoint.
August Burns Red has taken on the world of Metalcore within the past few years. This has generated faithful followers and they never continue to disappoint the fans at their shows (seriously, if you have the chance, see them live).
With their third full length release, August Burns Red changes their style by presenting more medley and less breakdowns. Don't get me wrong the bone-crushing breakdowns are still there they are just accompanied by more melodic guitar work. Track by track review as follows:
1.) Thirty and Seven
Great intro song. Only song on here that sounds relatable to Messengers. Great breakdowns scattered throughout the song with great lyrics, "Erase the proof but your shame will remain" and "You've reached the summit now transcend the skies". 10/10
2.) Existence
Nice intro, great lyrics in this song. Great breakdown around 50 seconds. Epic sounding ending. Very positive lyrics, "You're hurt, you're broken, that's all right. That's what makes us who we are." 10/10
3.) Ocean of Apathy
My least favorite song on the album. Still a good song but not much going on here. Nice epic ending much like the previous song. 8/10
4.) White Washed
Love the beginning to this song. Great breakdowns here and lyrics. A tight brutal song. 10/10
5.) Mariana 's Trench
Nice beginning though it takes a while for the song to build. Nice little guitar solo after Jake screams, "We can't swim under these conditions". One gripe with this song, it fades out and completely kills the mood of the song. I understand this is a different technique to ending a song but with ABR having so much energy injected to their songs it just feels like it kills the song. Maybe that's just me though. 9/10
6.) The Escape Artist
The first minute and a half of this song is just insane. One of the best breakdowns ever and brutal and tight. Amazing. The rest of the song is great but doesn't match that same intensity. Awesome song still though. 10/10
7.) Indonesia
Very passionate song. The only ABR song with clean vocals in it and still brutal. Great lyrics and great story behind the song. Matt the drummer was in church when he suddenly found the need to write the words "This plane's going down in flames, and this time there's no black box to capture your last words". The next day Matt found out that a personal friend of his and also a missionary for Indonesia died in a plane crash. Clean parts are sung by Tommy Rogers from Between the Buried and Me. 10/10
Brutal song with solid breakdowns. Sounds very generic in the metalcore genre but still a solid song. Cool lyrics as well. 9/10
9.) Meridian
A pause in the album, mostly instrumental and very soothing. Nice guitar riff at the end. Very nicely done. 9/10
10.) Rationalist
Great speedy brutal intro. Changes the pace of the album very quickly. Great breakdown and great lyrics, "You skeptic you. You believe in unbelief" at the end. Solid tight and fast. 10/10
11.) Meddler
Quite possibly one of the best ABR songs. Beautiful, melodic and brutal. Excellent lyrics and breakdowns here. The best lines are at the end with a beautiful sounding ending, "You won't ever fly fast enough to make life stand still." Great song, if you are downloading songs download this one first. You will not be disappointed. 11/10
12.) Crusades
Reminds me of "Redemption" from Messengers. Great first two minutes with one of the albums most brutal breakdowns. The rest of the song switches to melody over metal and its a nice finish to a great album.
Overall, this album can barely be compared to their other albums. Similar in some ways but drastically different in others. It's a great album and if you haven't jumped on the August Burns Red bandwagon, do it. It's one of the most satisfying choices you'll make. I can't wait to see what's next from these guys.
Well i must say that i am impressed. I've heard a lot of music and enjoy anything that is professional and creative (with few exceptions). One of my flaws though is the inability to listen to something amazing and then listen to something not nearly as good. I simply can't do it and stay entertained. This band however, is so good that it continues to blow me away after many listens.
Now if you have half a brain you can tell that they are Christian. . . well good on them, i haven't been more tempted to go to church in my life.
Each August burns red album seems to transcend its predecessor in creativity, sound and technicality… And Constellations is no different than the transformation between Messengers and Thrill Seeker. Infact, there is an even greater transcendence from Messengers to Constellations.
What this album does different is variety. Messengers was a thing of beauty, Beastly breakdowns, drumming from another planet, awesome screaming vocals and twin guitar dynamos. However, every song followed almost the same style.
Here there is something unique about every song that will have you stop, smile and say to yourself "Wow, what an unbelievable band.." Instead of using the same breakdown riff in each song and messing around with it just slightly (Messengers), they have incorporated another aspect to each breakdown, something unique making the whole feel of the breakdown so much more memorable and in turn, more brutal.The production value is… Different than Messengers, and i personally liked messengers mix better, but this still sounds fantastic, and crystal sharp.
Stand out Tracks: (Every Single One)
1. Thirty and Seven – What a unique initial breakdown! stand out performance by matt on the drums and some nice melodic passages, but also very brutal! Intense lyrics as well.
Ocean of Apathy – Awesome guitar work, great layered screaming (IMPOSSIBLE, IT'S IMPOSSIBLE!) and one of the best breakdowns of the album.
Mariana's Trench – Intro that will blow you away. Soft and melodic guitar work breaks into a brutal August riff that never fails to impress. Great song.
Meridian – My Personal favourite of the album. Almost entirely an instrumental, with one passage of talking that builds into an intense scream. Reminds me alot of Underoath's "Desolate Earth". Fantastic!
Rationalist – Short but sweet, fast and intricate guitar work. Awesomesong!
Overall, the album just rocks my socks off. I didn't predict the band experimenting with such new and unique sounds/ styles and they impressed me yet again. Any fan of Hardcore will be more than impressed with this release. Check it out!


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Hi Guys,
I have not been on here in a long time, did some searches for the below however all the links are old. I would like some advice on my current diet, this is something that I lack a lot of knowledge on and any help would be appreciated.
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Age: 23
Height: 5'11
Weight: 76kgs (167lbs)
I am about 11 months post surgery on my left shoulder which is now at about 90%, I can lift heavy again and I have put on about 7kgs (15lbs) over the past 3 months however I have stalled. My gains have also seen my BF% increase somewhat which I know comes with the territory however I would like to adjust my diet to minimise this if possible.
I understand that more energy in vs less energy out= Surplus that = weight gain, I know i need to eat more, however i want to eat more of the right food.
Below is my current diet, If you could offer some alternate meals (What you eat), links on what food is best, P/C/F combinations (That have worked for you) and other information that would be great. My aim is to gain more lean mass and bulk to 85kgs (187lbs) and reassess from there.
Average Diet:
0700 Breakfast- 3 Eggs Scrambled with 2 slices toast +Multi/Joint Tablets + Water
1030 Snack- Elitemass Gainer w/ Milk + Banana
0100 Lunch- Subway (I know its bad) or leftovers from dinner
0400 Snack - Elitemass Gainer +Banana
0700 Dinner- Usually Steak, Pasta/Rice and Salad/Veggies
0830 - Train
0930 - Post workout Elitemass Gainer Shake w/creatine Mono
1030- Sleep
Overall Calories around 3000, Protein 204g(30%), Carbs 365g (54%), Fats 48g (16%).
You could add oatmeal to each of your shakes you have throughout the day.
How often are you training?
Do you mean 1 body part per session?1 body part per week.
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It doesn't look too bad. Too much carbs for me, but if its working for you, then lucky you lol (you weigh 7 lbs more than me). Oatmeal is freakin awesome! Add that in there instead of 2 pieces of toast. For lunch, instead of eating subway, you could go spend $5 or so on some lunch meat and bread and eat that for lunch. It'll save you a few bucks and you can count your calories a whole lot better. (or tuna, grill chicken the night before, etc.)
If you are comfortable drinking 3-4 protein shakes a day, then that'll work. But trying to eat as much normal food as possible is always better for you. But if its working for you, and the price isn't bothering you much, then I'd stick with it.
As for wanting to change your routine.. if you are still adding weight to your lifts, you should not change routines. Maybe switch exercises that work the same muscle, but not the routine. For instance, working out your tri's with overhead db extensions and when it gets kind of boring, change it to dips for a few weeks. Just my .02.
Good luck with your goals!
There's absolutely nothing wrong with Subway. Whoever told you that is stupid.
As for a plateau, if you stop gaining, you need to eat more. I don't mind all the carbs because they are protein sparing and it's much easier to fill up on carbs. That being said, your protein needs to be pretty high and consistent.
If you're still having trouble gaining, drink a shake after each meal instead of as a snack. Keep your post-workout shake in place and add peanut butter snadwich to it, or something like that. Post-workout would be another great time for Subway. Eat your sandwich and drink your shake.
Gaining weight is hard work. Much harder than losing it.
Understand this, to gain weight you need to gain fat. It's just the way it is. deal with it. You can minimize fat gain by keeping yuor diet pretty clean and increasing your light conditioning work.
If your goal is to get bigger, then do everything you need to do to get there. That means gaining some fat. You will struggle and be constantly small if you worry about gaining fat and trying to get big.
I'm going to include some Natty PB before bed as a snack and in a morning shake and see how that goes.
I have always had a fast metab however it may be slowing down, im happy to deal with the fat gain if adjusting my diet will not be beneficial to the speed of my mass gain in the long run however i will see how these changes go.
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adding peanut butter is to a few meals is a great idea. keep us updated.
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I must say that your diet plan is not bad............I would like to follow these plan.
Thanks for sharing.
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You could add oatmeal to each of your shakes you have throughout the day.
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Last we heard, Steven Soderbergh was clearing his final batch of products, preparing his exit from the world of movie directing to take up painting, a pastime he has quietly but studiously pursued for quite some time. Well, retirement is still in the cards but it might just have to wait as his film projects may keep him busier a little longer than expected.
In an interview with the Orlando Sentinel, Damon reveals that the long-gestating "Liberace" with Michael Douglas is now aiming to shoot in 2012 instead of this summer as previously scheduled. "This 'Liberace' script is just wonderful. Michael's going to be just phenomenal in that part. We're shooting that in 2012," Damon said. There are a couple likely reasons for the shift. Firstly, Soderbergh is still shooting "Contagion" and despite his reputation for working insanely fast, with an October release date looming he's likely going to be very busy getting the film through post-production to focus on directing something else. Also, Damon recently signed on to star in Neill Blomkamp's mysterious, big budget sci-fi pic "Elysium" which is gearing up to shoot this summer. Regardless, Damon reveals that Soderbergh is adamant about retiring, once again reiterating that the director is simply bored with filmmaking. And while Damon -- like us -- will miss the helmer's skill behind the camera, he adds that Soderbergh's talents are at the level where he now shoots and cuts at a phenomenal pace.
"He has the most varied body of work of anybody I can think of. He's at this point where we could shoot during the day, and him being the cinematographer and the director, we'd go home, have an hour or two off, and then meet him back at the hotel bar in Chicago. They'd have a back room where he'd sit, have some pretzels and a drink and he'd take a look at the day's work. Scott Burns, the writer, Greg Jacobs, his first-AD, and me, we'd show up, get a drink and hang out with him. Steven would have his headphones on, sitting at his laptop. And in about 20 minutes he'd cut together the day's work. 'OK,' he'd say, pull his headphones off and turn the computer around and show us, right there, what we'd shot that day and how it would look on the big screen when the movie comes out. THAT FAST. He's a FREAK," Damon says about his work with the director on "Contagion."
"When we did 'Ocean's Twelve,' we did a wrap party at a bowling alley. I went up to him and said, 'Hey Steven, thanks. Great time working with you. Thanks. How do you think the movie's going to be?' And he say, 'You wanna SEE it?' He'd finished cutting it and had it on a laptop. Right there, he shows me the movie!' (LAUGHS)" Pretty amazing stuff.
But Soderbergh isn't the only director Damon is stumping for, as he (not so surprisingly) thinks that his best bud Ben Affleck deserved some Oscar love for "The Town" saying, "Don't get me started, but he did such a great job writing and directing that, and acting in it. At least some acknowledgement for the screenplay. And there are ten best picture nominees, It wasn't one of the ten best? I think so."
So, how will the cards play out for Soderbergh? He's got both "Haywire" and "Contagion" arriving in theaters this year, and then "The Man From U.N.C.L.E." and "Liberace" left to shoot before he puts down the camera and picks up a paintbrush. No word yet on the order of his last two films, but we'd guess that George Clooney's availability -- who he wants to star in the former -- will probably play a determining factor.
Kojack104 | March 4, 2011 6:04 AM
You never know what the artist is thinking before he compulsively liberates his sculpture from the dream-sleeping inside the block of marble.
Stephen Belden | February 19, 2011 4:20 AM
I was wondering the same thing, Cory. Seems like it wouldn't be hard for him to crank those out. And I guess "Cleo" isn't happening, which is probably for the best...
Cory Everett | February 19, 2011 12:47 AM
What happened with the deal Soderbergh signed with Mark Cuban back in 2005 for 6 films? He's only released "Bubble" and "The Girlfriend Experience" so far, has he shot 4 more or does he plan on squeezing them in before retirement too?
"The deal calls for six, high def video films from Soderbergh (produced and/or directed) that will be released on DVD, in theatres, and on the HDNet cable channel at the same time."
Dan | February 18, 2011 8:59 AM
to Rob...the 'secret film' in australia was just a home movie thing for the cast of the play he directed down there..it will never be 'released' he just gave the cast each a dvd of it..
sp | February 18, 2011 8:36 AM
I understand Matt's support of Ben's directing /writing job, but Mr. Affleck's performance in "The Town" was very bland. Jeremy Renner easily hijacked all his scenes with Ben.
rodie | February 18, 2011 8:29 AM
I hate to be morbid, but given Douglas' health situation (which I know is good right now, but still), I wish they'd have been able to shoot it this summer.
Edward Davis | February 18, 2011 8:21 AM
you obviously haven't been reading E! online. If there was ever a shot of it coming out (which was next to none), now it has no shot in hell.
Rob | February 18, 2011 8:20 AM
What about that secret film he shot in Australia? Any word on that ever seeing the light of day?


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International Ice Swimming Association
The International Ice Swimming Association (IISA) is an organization officiating Ice Swims around the world. IISA aims to establish Ice Swimming as a recognised sport. An Ice Swim is a mile swim in water temperature below 5C following the English Channel swim rules.
The Association was founded in 2009 by Ram Barkai. Its vision is to include an Ice Swim race in the winter olympic....one day!
Never be scared to dare...
ICE - News
Ice Flash – 5-July-2015
Dear frozen ones,
So much is happening at IISA recently – very exciting.
We had a long and hard look at our rules, safety and the new events. We have made some changes and improvements as our sport continues to evolve and learn form its experiences. It is great to have Jonty and Ned on the board and thanks to those of you who joined our debates and contributed greatly.
We are busy upgrading our website. The new website should be up and running Sep this year. We are looking to automate the application process online. Every swim will receive some space to describe the swim, pics and videos. This will create a wonderful wealth of knowledge and experience of Ice Swimming. We are also setting up a forum where we will all be able to debate and share our experiences.
We have revisited some of the rules. We will publish the final version in the next few days. That will be reviewed again in 6 months time.
Some of the changes:
1. Diving
a. For safety reasons we decided to forbid diving into the icy waters.
b. Every swim must start in the water at chest height.
2. Jammers – after long consideration we decided to progress with the rest of the world and allow Jammers. They must be from the same material allowed by FINA in open water events.
3. 1km Events
a. We are aiming to have national races around the world on an annual basis within two years. We will hold a world championship every two years on odd years. 2015, 2017, …
4. Ice Mile events – we allow for collective organised Ice Mile attempts.
5. Pre Approvals:
a. Individual swims will continue as per current rules, with applications to IISA for ratification post swim.
b. 1km events will require submitting comprehensive plan to IISA and will include IISA officials.
c. 1 Mile Event – will require a notification to IISA and approval of Safety plan.
6. Qualifying:
a. An attempt for an Ice Mile must have a previous record of cold water swimming and at least 600m in water under 5C.
b. Qualifying for 1km event require at least 450m in water under 5C or 1km in water of 6C
7. Swimmers per event
a. We follow the 4:1 ratio Swimmer : Doctor.
b. The Doctors will be required to have relevant experience in cold water immersion
8. Our First world champ will be held in Murmansk mid march 2015. A formal announcement will be made soon.
9. Entries for the 1km swim will be open soon
10. FINA and the Olympic committee will be present at the Championship
We hope to see you all in Scotland for the Conference in Sep. Don't forget your red jacket!!!
No, English is not my first language, so…. Apologies for those who I may have offended accidently using incorrect grammatical structure or phrases J nothing some Ice can't fix!
Ice Flash - 13-Apr-2014
Dear Frozen ones,
As the Northern Hemisphere Ice season is ending and we here in Cape Town are approaching our winter, I would like to say few words about last season and future seasons to come.
First of all, well done to all Ice, Nice and Icy swims and swimmers. We learnt a lot and we expanded our frozen horizons in term of safety, what is possible and how to do it safer, better and with quicker recovery.
We now have Ice swimmers in 16 countries around the world, with South Africa still leading the board with regard to the number of official Ice Swims (they get around). However, England is now on par with SA with regard to the number of registered Ice swimmers. Ireland is only a few swimmers behind and the USA is catching up… Despite the relatively warm winter in Europe and with the Americans doing some other crazy swims, we are still growing nicely.
We will soon be publishing some exciting decisions about IISA events around the world. In the meantime, we have decided to expand the Icy circle! To do this we have asked for nominations from around the world to potentially join IISA board. We had several nominations and requests. We have considered all very carefully and eventually decided to invite two well-suited applicants to the IISA board. Andrew Chin and Toks Viviers, veteran Ice and extreme adventure swimmers have decided to step back from the board and make space for others. Thanks Andrew and Toks, my swimming mates and founding members of IISA. We continue to train, swim and drink together so all is much the same. However, following the growth of swims in the UK and Ireland we are delighted to invite Ned Denison from Ireland and Jonty Warneken from the UK. They are both Ice Swimmers and they both bring new ides, experience and wisdom to IISA as we grow IISA all over the frozen world.
At the same time, we would like to expand the number of ambassadors around the world in an effort to help promote the sport locally and to assist in the growth of the ice swims in their respective regions. Therefore, we are delighted to announce four new country ambassadors:
Melissa O'Reilly – USA
Jiri Kurina - Prague, Czech Republic
Fergal Somerville – Ireland
Pauline Barker – UK
They have all done tremendous work in promoting IISA and support other Ice swimmers and new comers. Good luck.
Ice Flash - 29-Mar-2014
Well done To Ryan Stramrood, Toks Viviers and Gavin Pike for completing an Ice Mile in the hostile waters of Antarctica.
Ice Flash - 19-Feb-2014
Robert Hodgson (UK) - You are now an Ice Swimmer!
Well done for this awesome achievement and joining our frozen club.
Ice Flash - 18-Feb-2014
And.... another bites the ICE
Well done to 4 new Ice miler 2 from the USA (Dec but late application) and 2 from the UK.
Jonathan Gladstone - USA
Martin McMahon - USA
Kathryn Ayre - UK
Amenda Bell - UK
You are now ICE SWIMMERS.
Well done and welcome to our mad club of Frozen ones.
Ice Flash - 7-Jan-2014
Happy New Year and best of Icy wishes to all you Frozen ones!
Our first Ice Flash of 2014:
Welcome and week dome to 4 new Ice Swimmers
All completed an Ice mile end of 2013. A special well done to Jiri, our first Ice Swimmer in the Czech Republic where they have a long staring tradition of swimming in Icy waters but Jiri promised (with Jack Bright) to grow the Ice Mile swimming sport
Another well done to the Ice Machine from Estonia - Henri Kaarma for completing a record distance of 1.49 mile or 2.4 km in water temp of -0.3C in the recent Siberian wirer swimming champ in Tyumen.
Who will be our first Ice Miler in 2014???
On other matters, we are looking seriously at our constitution and we will circulate it for comments to our global Ice ambassadors (they may pick the national brain...). We have learnt a lot in the past sever years of Ice Swimming. sometimes form mistakes or oversight, but as long as we learn and get better - the safer and cooler is our sport.
Ice Flash - 10-Dec-13
And...another bite the Icy Water.
Well done to Gordon Gridley from Davis, UTAH, USA who was dreaming and planning his Ice Swim for quite sometime. Great achievement, in water temp of 1.19C and air temp of -6.11C. You are an Ice Swimmer now!
Ice Flash - 6-Dec-13
Hello fellow Ice swimmers. The season has started with a bang by three English swimmers that just joined the ranks of the extreme elite and certainly mad Ice Swimmers.
Welcome to James Brown (I am sure he can sing as well) Leon Fryer and Alistair Beattie, all coached by Pauline Squire. James managed to do his first swim a week before the other two, but being bitten by the Ice Bug, he join Leon and Alistair for a repeat 10 days later.
Welcome to you mad ones and well done on your awesome achievement.
Keep it cool!
And, one more thing – We all miss you Madiba, you were and will always be an inspiration to all of us around the world. We will celebrate your life and your legacy every time we go out there and achieve the impossible!
Ice Flash - 8 - Oct 2013
Its been awhile. But it never stopped the Ic e Swimmer from continuing to break the ice and records. Record book finally updated ( please check and send firstname.lastname@example.com if you spot any mistakes)
Juliette Ball is no longer assisting us with Ice Swimming after having ventured on her own adventure in Greenland and focusing on getting married (which is an adventure on its own :))
Season is starting soon in the North, we get a lot of interest and lets hope for a freezing Ice cold Ice Swims this winter in the North. Off to Cork to meet all the hard core frozen ones and promote IISA for the Winter Olympic Games 2022.
Ice Flash - 22 Apr 2013
Welcome to a new Ice Swimmer from the US. Greg O'Conner from Massachusetts.
Greg swam his ICe mile in Boston Harbour with two Ice Swimmers observing him (we are growing...)
Well Greg and welcome to the Mad Swimmers club.
I am sure that in 10 years time our current pioneering will pave the way for the winter Olympic games!
Ice Flash - 9 Apr 2013
Well done to Melissa Mo O'Reilly and welcome to the rapidly growing mad society of Ice Swimmers.
Melissa completed an Ice Mile on Apr-6 in New York Brighton beach, in the Atlantic Ocean.
I am sure she will share her experience on her FB
Well done again.
Ice Swimming continues to grow globally at an escalating pace as more and more successful and certified Ice Swimmers now start encouraging and guiding others to take up the daunting challenge of attempting an ice mile. The structure and formalisation delivered by IISA to those with a quest to raise the bar is attracting people from all over the world to our sport.
To keep up with this growth and to ensure convenience, we have decided to appoint 'Ice Swimming ambassadors' around the world to help us with the growing sport. The IISA ambassadors have been nominated by the IISA committee in every country with has active certified Ice Swimmers. The IISA country ambassador should be a recognized Ice Swimmer and active in the sport of open water swimming, cold water and Ice Swimming.
The IISA Ambassador's role is as follows:
Promote the sport of Ice Swimming in his/her country and provide a local point of contact to new Ice Swimmers. Ambassadors should assist in advising and monitoring safety measures of Ice swim attempts and events. They are in no way liable or responsible on any level for swimmers safety, nor are they bound to attend events / swims if not possible. Ambassadors are rather a helping hand / voice where appropriate.
Welcome to the new IISA ambassadors, and make sure you keep it chilled.
Ice Flash - Wed 13-Mar-2013
Well Done to our Ice Swimmer Paul Duffield for his second Ice Swim. But this time Paul was not happy to stop at the mile mark and continue for another 0.44 mile so in total he swam 1.44miles - now thats a proper Ice Swim.
Well Done Paul, great to hear you recovered well and ready to continue with your Ice Breaking feats.
Ice Flash - Tue 12-Mar-2013
Welcome to our new ICe Swimmer - Helen Beveridge
Helen is our first brave heart Swimmer from Inverness Scotland. Unfortunately Loch Ness doesn't get cold enough for us icy creatures so she had to find a smaller loch with no Monsters...Loch Achilty [very appropriate name]
Welcome and well done
IISA latest decisions about Safety and other issues: See above
Ice Flash - Fri 8-MAr-2013
The ICE BUG continues to bite...once bitten, there is no way back
We are proud to announce 10 (yes TEN) new ICE Swimmers from all over the world.
Amazing achievement to all.
Ice Member Name Country
Fergal Somerville Ireland
Haydn Welch England
Alex Ferguson England
Colm Breathnach Ireland
Carmel Collins Ireland
Patrick Corkery Ireland
John Daly Ireland
Ger Kenndey Ireland
John Donald England
Scott Tapley USA
Kimberly Ruthrford USA
Well done to all. You are now officially certified, in many ways....
We have received several calls and emails with regard to safety in the swims.
IISA had a long meeting on Wednesday regarding the issues and we will communicate decisions taken.
ICE SWIMMING promotes honesty in Sport, especially in light of news in other sports. Ice Swimming is a dangerous sport and a ground breaking one. Every swim we learn more about. We are all pioneers in this sport and we cover new territory every day.
Extreme sports are not about bravery and guts, it is about an extreme focus, rigours and precise risk calculation, careful preparation and reliant on each other in times of crisis . That what makes us able to do things other think are not possible and come back alive to tell the story! and carry on searching for more...Be wise! not brave.
Ice Flash - Sat 23-Feb-2013
And another one bites the ICE...
Well done to Brad Schindler from Sacramento California for completing his Ice Mile in Lake Tahoe. Welcome to the frozen loony club!
Ice Flash - Thu 21-Feb-2013
We have received several queries regarding the ECG. We understand that the ECG is not cheap in various countries or it requires a waiting period. We are looking at extending the ECG period to 3 month, however, the ECG is a necessary safety qualification and we would like to reiterate that we cant approve any attempt for an Ice Mile which is not covered by a recent ECG and has the required medical and safety support as specified in the IISA rules.
Ice Flash - Wed 13-Feb 2013
Please notice that we have amended the affidavit so it can be signed by two observers and save one piece of paper - the way we are going we have just saved a forest!
New ICe Swimmers - please don't forget to send us the affidavit as in IISA website, together with your proof of payment. We can't finalise the qualification before that.
We are debating the ECG requirements. Apparently it is quite an expensive exercise in few countries. We had a request to increase the validity period to 3 month. We are chatting to few experts, any opinion is welcome. We also may introduce a "Stress ECG" above a certain age. little more tedious and expensive but increase safety significantly.
Ice Flash - Tuesday 12 - Feb 2013
We had 9 ice swims last week in the UK and Ireland. Fierce competition there between the two. Seems like the Irish are leading with numbers and the English are leading by age :) We are awaiting the applications and we will make an announcement
once approve by the board of IISA.
We hope to see new swims in the Winter Chaps in Estonia beginning of March. Henri, our Estonia ambassador there will drive it.
On successful application we will update the record book and membership log.
We will send the New ICe Swimmer a certificate of record and membership together with a badge.
You are welcome to use a Jacket of your choice and style as long as it is a RED JACKET with a similar look and feel. We realised that our jacket may not be suitable for every location and weather. HOWEVER, if you insist on receiving the original Red Jacket - please add this to your application.
Also - please notice that we amended the affidavits to a standard one. Please use this format for application.
Banking details of application fees have been amended to reflect the required information.
Ice Flash - Jan 2013
1 ] Welcome to 3 new Ice Swimmers, all from Ireland!
Well done to all - keep it safe!
2] Latest from IISA board:
We get plenty of request and queries from fascinating and remote place around the world. All from mad swimmers who are trying their best to join our frozen club.
Here some decisions taken, following various request:
1. An Ice swim must be done in an outdoor water mass
2. A water mass can be a man made pool as long as it is naturally cold (no human assistance)
3. If the water mass is a pool - no tumble turns are allowed. Only open turns, pushing is allowed. No resting on pool side or lane is allowed.
4. The pool must be at least 25m long
5. Due to increased admin we have decided to apply an application fee
Ice Flash - Dec 2012
DONE! Nothing can explain the sense of euphoria after completing such an intimidating challenge
By Ram Barkai
23 December 2012
Swimming 1km, in the middle of the winter, in Siberia, at water temperature of zero Celsius and air temperature below -30C.
Ice swimming is exploding around the world, and since I founded the International Ice Swimming Association in 2009 with my swimming mates, Andrew, Ryan, Toks and Kieron, new Ice swimmers started appearing all around the world and in South Africa.
The Guinness World Records is looking to introduce Ice Swimming as a new category. If that happens we will see many more records out there.
Russia has been one of the leaders in winter swimming. This vast country with plenty of frozen territories has taught these tough people to adapt, and adapt they did. No limits to the harshness of Siberian weather would stop them from swimming.
This was Russia's first winter championship with people from all the remote corners of Russia and the world.
We came from Cape Town, South Africa and won the record of the furthest distance travelled to participate in this wonderfully insane adventure, held in Tyumen, in a frozen lake where the organisers cut two 25m pools in the ice with two lanes each. Wooden decks as a start platform with wooden planks at around 1m deep all around the pool.
You don't want anyone to disappear under the ice sheet into the lake. You will only find them in the summer (well preserved).
The competition had two days that split between of 25m and 50m sprints on the first day and endurance swims on the second day.
The facilities where sufficient but far from five star. The SA team, all experienced extreme cold water and long distance swimmers, focused on the endurance event. The debate was around 1km or more? Easier said than done. Arriving at the pool, an outdoor frozen hole in the ice sent cold panic down our spines.
It is just impossible to explain how bitterly cold it is standing at -24C with light wind and snow and grey cloud cover. And they wanted us to swim in this weather! Between the jokes and chirps we looked at each other and said, 'OK, we need an exit strategy here, this is too insane.' We looked around the facilities and got even more nervous. How are we expected to get after a frozen swim to a wooden sauna 200m away from the pool in -24C?
The swimming started, loud announcements and cheers, all in Russian and we understood nothing.
We had to go a medical check, still chirping and maintaining a strong sense of humour to hide the chill down our spines. The 50m sprint came and went.
Surreal experience, changing in the main hall, walking to the pool in slops and Speedos, one cap and goggles. By the time the flag was down for the start we were solid frozen. The swim was so short and intense, we can't remember the dive and stroke but we did feel the intense pain in our fingers and feet.
The first day was over; we felt better and started to psyche ourselves for the next day, suppressing an extremely strong urge to drink ourselves silly.
The cold and the swim gives one such rush and sense of health and vigour, which is hard to explain unless you have done it. We managed to control our urge and only have few whiskeys in a near by sushi bar. Tomorrow we need to be ready at 8 am to leave to the pool. Sun only rises here at 10:30 am. Insane!
We got to the pool at around 9 am, no breakfast and a lukewarm cup of coffee.The day was significantly colder at close to -30C.
Pool frozen solid, we found a frozen towel standing by the pool left from the day before.
The intensity of the cold freaked us, we checked again all the safety facilities and procedure. Not an easy task when all is in Russian and our translator was also one of the main organisers. We have our own safety procedures and rules and we like to be comforted by them.
It was quite arrogant of us to think that we in Cape Town understand cold better than the Russians.
We couldn't spend more than 10 minutes outside without having to rush back in and sit by the heaters and defrost our legs and faces. How are we going to spend 20 minutes in the water and swim? It just looked like an impossible challenge. We set down and had a wee powwow, people around us started to shorten the distance from a possible 800m or 500m to 150m or 300m. Most of them are well known hard-core cold-water swimmers. English Channel swimmers and other 'fits' looked very pale at the thought of the endurance swim.
We shared our fears with friends on Facebook and we got the typical responses South African male 'stop complaining, man up and do it', thanks for these encouraging words. The South African females were gentler with 'you can do it, but please be careful'.
We knew that there are very high expectations here. Most knew about our Antarctica swim and the Discovery Channel programme 'Superhuman Showdown' and now we are letting them all down. Picture: Ram Barkai
Time has come for the medical check, one of the extreme swimmers was disqualified by the doctor with very high blood pressure.
This didn't help our anxiety and heart rate. Kieron went in first and he came out with 'I'm fine, what's now?' Exit strategy one gone. I went in second and came out with flying colours. 'Right, Ryan is our only hope - Ryan went in and stayed, and stayed. Finally I went in to check on him. 'The doc is not happy', Ryan said, 'Blood pressure is very high'.
Ryan had a heart condition we all knew about, very fit and strong but increased risk. The doctor told Ryan to come back in half an hour for another check.
Sense of humour and chirps died.
We found a warm corner and had a debate, what do we do now? I and Kieron decided that if Ryan can't swim we don't swim. If Ryan can swim a shorter distance we all do the same. We came as a team and we stay as a team. The decision was mixed with some possible relief but a strong sense of 'we came here to swim!'. Suddenly from desperately trying get out the swim we all had a strong desire to swim, to face the challenge and show ourselves that we can!
The next half an hour was very tense. Rumours started flying that the SA team is bailing out. We knew that there are very high expectations here. Most knew about our Antarctica swim and the Discovery Channel programme 'Superhuman Showdown' and now we are letting them all down.
We withdraw to our corner, warming our frozen limbs and waiting. Next thing Ryan is called to see the medic again. After a lengthy wait Ryan comes out thumbs up. Great, our mind was getting into the right place now.
'We are swimming and we are going to do it!' Focus and focus - here we come.
At -30c everything is frozen in seconds. A female swimmer just finished her 1 km, head up breaststroke and no goggles. Her eyelashes froze and she couldn't open them.
The Russians swam first and it was getting colder and colder, it was around 4:00 pm that I was called to swim. The temperature outside was -30C.
I stood by the pool ready to dive, in Speedo briefs, cap and goggles only to get called inside again. 'You swim later, go wait inside'. What a mind @#$%.
I go in to defrost and wait. Very little conversation, we were very worried about the recovery process, we didn't know how or what - and basically we had to let go and trust the Russian to look after us.
Finally at 4:30pm I was again called to swim. We all decided to do 1 km and that was it. No bravery or heroes, we need to come home alive! Everything outside was sticky. At -30c everything is frozen in seconds. A female swimmer just finished her 1 km, head up breaststroke and no goggles. Her eyelashes froze and she couldn't open them. They basically dragged her to the sauna to slowly defrost her eyes. Moisture in her nose froze solid; breathing was like inhaling wasabi, slow shallow intakes. Any facial hair or long hair exposed to the icy air just froze. The water looked surprisingly inviting at just above zero degree Celsius. Utter madness.
I dive in and starts swimming, hands and feet freeze so quickly that it almost numbs the pain. Every stroke a wet arm gets out the water in -30C for few seconds. Water conducts heat 25 times faster than air. There is no better way to explain it than the feeling of icy running down your exposed arm. Turning is complicated by the fact that the deck is frozen and a wet hand touching it can literally get super glued to the deck. You can easily leave some layers of skin on the deck without noticing. So touch the sides must be done under water, pushing with the legs, not to hard so the breathing doesn't get jolted.
One lap, two laps, and suddenly it was 40 laps. The mind is focused in a swim like that.
Like a laser beam excluding any sight, sound or thought that is not 100% related to task of stroking through the water.
When you finish you can't touch anything. You just raise your arm and wait to be dragged out. Skin is bright red almost glowing. By the time you get to the sauna your skin is covered with a thin layer of ice giving the term icing the cake a new meaning. Ryan and Kieron are getting ready, seeing I am doing a 1 km is a doubled edged sword.
I do it and we can all do it, but now we have to do it or we build a new home in Siberia! No way back to SA.
When you finish you can't touch anything. By the time you get to the sauna your skin is covered with a thin layer of ice giving the term icing the cake a new meaning.
It is after 5 pm, the sun has already gone down and everything is getting even greyer. Temperature dropped to -33C. In the meantime, I am dragged to the dry sauna, getting dried. The sensation of inner cold is hard to describe, chest is tight and mind is in a very narrow tunnel vision of survival. Next is another sauna, a wet one, with three Russian woman in swimming costumes covering me with wet towels and pouring cold and then hot water on them.
That process takes around twenty minutes.
Unfortunately, we are all circumcised, and the pain is unbearable. The only way is to grab the bucket of hot water, ask the nurses to turn and pour it on your private parts. Great relief. (We know everyone wants to know so here it is - so no, it doesn't freeze or get damaged, it recovers 100% and what doesn't kill it makes it stronger!)
I am out, cold but defrosted, in time to see Ryan and Kieron diving for their 1km. Ryan and Kieron decided to swim together, and it is amazing the see the two South African caps ploughing through the ice water like synchronized swimming. The are doing very well, air temperature at -33c, bitterly cold.
Yes we are all probably certified nutters. Before we know it and Ryan and Kieron have done their 1 km. Looking good the whole way, no way they can let me look so good on my 1 km and not try and outdo me. Ryan, despite his initial high blood pressure comes out like a hero and so is Kieron. They both have that glazed look an ice swimmer gets at the end of the swim. But they are good, they can walk to the sauna with supervision and the heating process starts.
Done!!! Nothing can explain the sense of pride and euphoria after completing such an intimidating challenge. The nurses take buckets of snow like sea sand and rub their skin hard.
It is a painful exercise but it get the circulation going before they get the wet towel and water treatment.
As worried as we were we must admit that the Russian recovery process was amazing. They looked after us covered with sweat non stop. We felt very safe in their hands and it was by far the best recovery we had in all our ice swims. We found out that it is something they developed and improved over the years of diving into ice waters.
Done!!! Nothing can explain the sense of pride and euphoria after completing such an intimidating challenge.
Swimming 1km, in the middle of the winter, in Siberia, at water temperature of zero Celsius and air temperature below -30C. We are so elated and so thankful to the Russians who invited us and supported us with utmost humility through that extreme endurance swim.
We got so much support from friends and family on Facebook, we felt like 'celebs' in Siberia. Thank you all for believing in us, supporting us and caring for us. Time to go home, back to Camps Bay beach or Brede River to family and kids.
Shorts, slops, icy cold beer or malt... with little ice please.
Ice Swimming is growing. We are looking to establish an Ice Swim in every possible location on an annual base. If you near one, safe and suitable and you think there are enough mad ones around to dare and swim, please let us know, we will help you to get it going.
Remember, safety first and than we dive in and swim.
Ram Barkai will be speaking at the International Open Water Swimming conference this Sep in LA. Ram will talking about Ice swimming, its growth and how do we intend to make it a Winter Olympic Sport!
New amendments to IISA Rules and Constitution
3.3.6 standing on the ground is NOT allowed once the swimmer has started the swim. The swimmer can walk the end part if it is shallow enough [New]
3.3.14 the swim must be current neutral. If there is a current at the swim location, swimmers must ensure that the net effect of the current should be minimal to the time of the swim (if there is a current, make sure you swim the same distance with and against the current) [New]
3.3.15 there is no specific age limit, however, IISA advises a minimum age of 16years. Anyone under 18years of age will require full parental or guardian consent to attempt the swim otherwise, it will not be recognized by IISA. [New]
5 EVENTS [New]
5.1.1 IISA only recognise individual ice swims
5.1.2 IISA does not sanction or run ice swimming events
5.1.3 IISA encourages ice swimmers to organise Ice Swimming events following IISA rules
5.1.4 an Ice Swimming event should be officiated by at least two recognised Ice Swimmers, for safety purposes
5.1.5 IISA will recognise the individual's achievements in an Ice Swimming event as long as the officials follow the IISA rules (for the swim and applications)
5.1.6 the event organizers must make sure that all safety rules and measures are followed.
220.127.116.11 IISA recommends at least one doctor for four swimmers in the water
126.96.36.199 IISA recommends a medical facility on site with enough beds to accommodate all swimmers in the water


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