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Creamy soups can be so very satisfying, and Doris Davis' Cauliflower Soup is no exception. The Hellertown, Pennsylvania cook writes, "I received this delicious recipe from a friend, and over the years I've served it many times. My husband dislikes cauliflower, but he loves this soup."
What's not to love? The hearty dish is packed with vegetables, milk, butter and half-and-half. But all of these ingredients come at a nutritional price. When Doris asked for a soup makeover, our home economists gladly obliged.
The first thing they wanted to do was cut back on butter, but the original recipe called for a roux to be made from butter and flour to thicken the soup. So they decided to make a slurry by whisking milk and flour for a much less fattening way to thicken the soup.
To keep the original's flavor, they added a small amount of butter to saute the vegetables. And they used fat-free half-and-half and low-fat milk to further lighten the soup.
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If your family prefers to deck the halls with a freshly cut Christmas tree, there are several in Middlesex County to choose from.
Here is a list of farms in Middlesex County, according to the New Jersey Department of Agriculture:
Griffin Nurseries, 190 Fresh Ponds Road, South Brunswick
Open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily through Dec. 22.
Griffin Nurseries offers precut trees and live trees, refreshments, and visits from Santa on the weekends.
For more information, visit www.griffinschristmastrees.com or call 732-257-2484.
Habiak Farms, 315 Deans Rhode Hall Road, South Brunswick
Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Dec. 23.
This farm offers a selection of pine and green decorations, in addition to the trees, such as wreaths and garland, grave blankets and holly.
For more information, call 732-297-2737.
Giamarese Farm, 155 Fresh Ponds Road, East Brunswick
Open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday, closed Monday through Dec. 23.
A Christmas shop, holly and garland decorations, hayrides and refreshments are available at this farm. For more information, visit
www.giamaresefarm.com or call 732-599-3988.
Barclay's Tree Farm, 35 Orchardside Drive, Cranbury
Open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday through Dec. 23.
Barclay's boasts more than 1,000 trees, as well as decorations, wreaths and garland for sale.
For more information, visit www.barclaystreefarm.com or call 609-799-1855.
Lantier Tree Farm, 163 Dey Grove Road, Monroe Township
Open from 9 a.m. to dusk daily through Dec. 23.
More than 3,000 trees are available at this location, as well as decorations, a Christmas shop, refreshments and hayrides.
For more information, visit www.lantiertreefarm.com or call 732-792-7451.
Simonson Farms, 118 Dey Road, Cranbury
Open from noon to 7 p.m. on weekdays and from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends through Dec. 23. Customers are advised to call ahead on weekdays during inclement weather.
Simonson Farms offers a Christmas shop and 2,500 trees to choose from, including some over 10 feet tall.
For more information, visit www.simonsonfarms.com or call 609-799-0140.
For a full list of Christmas tree farms in New Jersey, visit the Department of Agriculture's website.


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Weather Delays Western Avenue Closure South of I-229
The rains have caused a construction delay for a major Sioux Falls intersection. What was to have started on Tuesday May 28, has now been pushed back to Monday Monday, June 3, 2013.
Western Avenue from 57th Street to Interstate 229 will eventually be closed. However, saturated soil and continued threat of rain for this week is pushing the project back 6 days. Construction crews will be completing underground utility upgrades, installing a 54 inch sanitary sewer pipe across Western Avenue, and constructing additional turn lanes at the intersection of 57th Street and Western Avenue. This closure will last for approximately three weeks.
The hope is that traffic will be flowing in all directions at 57th and Western by June 21. During the closure, Western Avenue traffic will be detoured on 57th Street, Minnesota Avenue, and Interstate 229. During construction, traffic will be maintained on 57th Street and Western Avenue south of 57th Street, but traffic delays are expected.


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Week 12 of THIS WEEK IN GIFs produced the most hotly-contested round of voting we've seen so far. People in hot dog costumes were knocked over, a mascot fell off his four-wheeler, and a mob of people freaked out over a golf ball. But in the end, emerging as the winner by a mere 11-vote margin, there stood alone ...
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text: Amarillo, TX - Incarcerated women in the Amarillo area may be receiving more help from one area organization following a major fundraiser over the weekend. The "Christmas in October" event, held in November this year, and kicked off Saturday in the South Exhibit Hall of the Amarillo Civic Center. More than 100 vendors were on hand at the massive gift and craft show all to help raise money for Sharing Hope Ministry, a group that provides faith-based services to women incarcerated, newly released or still in rehab. "So you buy a cake, for instance, say it's a twenty dollar cake, you've purchased a Bible for a woman," Amy Kirk with Sharing Hope Ministry said. "So what you're buying at that bake sale or every three people that come in we get a donation for a Bible. So it is directly affecting the benefit of the ministry."The event continues Sunday, November 3, from noon to 5:00 and admission is four dollars. For more information on the mission of the ministry, visit the group's website at sharinghopeministry.org.


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Ponting took this view of the Terra Nova while standing on the shifting ice floes. The ship had reached Antarctica only a few days previously and Ponting was enthusiastically exploring the area. He was impressed by the ice formations in the foreground, which show a berg in the final stages of melting.
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People will soon be rallying against the proposed I-95 toll plaza. The tolls would mean that more money could be coming out of your pocket, but VDOT will be explaining why at a public session.
Nobody likes the thought of tolls.
"It seems like a money grab in a way," said Mason Harper.
VDOT says parts of I-95 need major makeovers. If they're not fixed soon, drivers could see bigger problems down the road. Thousands have already signed a petition to stop the toll.
VDOT has $10 billion worth of repairs and only $2 billion to work with right now. The plaza's location in Sussex County concerns Mason Harper.
"It's a bit depressed economically and I think it'll hurt the local citizens in that part of the state," said Mason.
VDOT says roughly 80% of people driving through are long distance travelers.
Revenue from the toll plaza will go towards much needed repairs to roads and bridges in the area.
VDOT is hosting a meeting where people will have a chance to learn more about the driving force behind it all. They can also share their own concerns.
"It's good to have a forum like that so opinions can be made and addressed," said Susan Guice.
"My opinion is the general public will be against this," said Harper. "This will give them a chance to let the folks at VDOT know how they feel, so that will be a good thing."
Normally, existing interstates can't impose tolls but the state is asking the Federal Highway Administration to approve the proposal because so many repairs are necessary.
The first meeting will be held Monday night at Sussex Central High School from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 21394 Sussex Drive.
If you can't make that meeting, VDOT will host another session Wednesday at the John Tyler Community College Student Center from 6 to 8 p.m. at 13101 Jeff Davis Highway in Chester.
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UPDATE: I just finished researching and writing this before I read the news about Nacer Chadli. That wonderful update notwithstanding, I still think this article makes a good point regarding Adebayor's ability to contribute this season.
The Case for Adebayor
With just under one month remaining until Spurs' season opener, fan tensions are starting to rise over the lack of attacking reinforcements over the summer. Though fans were delighted to see Spurs make an early summer swoop for the talented Brazilian Paulinho, frustrations have risen with Daniel Levy over a perceived lack of transfer market effort.
First there was the almost-certain deal for David Villa, which fell through when Atletico Madrid gave him a personalized approach and the opportunity to stay in La Liga. Then there was the short-lived, yet still agonizing, "pursuit" of Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke. Though Benteked seemed like he wanted to come to Spurs, he had a sudden 180 just a few days ago and signed a new contract extension that included a raised salary and (likely) a higher release clause. Within hours of learning of this, Spurs fans caught wind of even more depressing speculation when, upon the stepping down of Barcelona's manager Tito Vilanova, view-hungry newspapers and web tabloids began immediately linking Andre Villas-Boas with the vacant position.
With the furor over these "stories" wearing off, Spurs fans must now look ahead toward the start of the 2013-14 Premier League Campaign. With still a month left, fans will certainly ride the rollercoaster of headlines and gossip as Tottenham is predictably linked with every piece of gossip related to a forward until the transfer deadline. But while fans continue to clamor for a top-rated striker at a Spurs-rated price, there's a reasonable case for continuing on with the talent we have on the books already. While I'm not suggesting we settle for going through an entire season with just two strikers, it seems that many fans have all-too-quickly dismissed the talents and contributions of our attacking duo. And while nobody doubts the abilities or effort of one Jermaine Defoe, it seems that our other man, the once-hero Emmanuel Adebayor, has quickly become a White Hart Lane afterthought. But should he? Let's take a moment reflect on the early, recent, and future contributions of our high-wage striker:
Age and Contract
The general theory around Adebayor's level of performance tends to go like this: The closer he gets to the end of a contract, the better he plays. This makes sense, of course, and is true of most players, as those who are heading towards contract years want to ensure a big payday when summer comes around. Even though Adebayor's contract doesn't expire until 2015, his own self-realization about his age should start to contribute to his gameplay mentality.
At 29 years old, he is starting to become a less desirable target. And while it's unreasonable to think that any major club from the top leagues would shell out double-digit millions for his services, it is reasonable to suggest that an up-and-coming team looking to go to the next level would certainly seek someone of his profile. The reason his age plays a factor here is that, at 29 years old, Adebayor likely realizes that his next contract will likely be his last "long-term" (2-3+ years) signing.
Additionally, even though this is technically his 2nd-to-last year on contract, he must also realize that fans have, to an extent, written him off and he could become an unwanted burden on the wage books if Spurs add fresh talent up front. If Spurs start the season without a new striker, look for Adebayor to play to the top of his ability to prove his worth to the club before the transfer deadline.
A Quick Note on Ade's History at Spurs
Adebayor was signed for 9 million pounds at the start of last season. He was coming off a contract-making season that saw him score 18 goals in 37 games, 17 of those in the Premier League, giving him a goal-scoring percentage of 49% - his highest since the '07-'08 season for Arsenal and the second-highest of his career. Last year, however, we witnessed a huge drop off with Adebayor scoring just 8 times in all games, 5 in the premiere league, for a goal-scoring percentage of just 25% - his lowest since the '05-'06 season that saw him switch from AS Monaco to Arsenal at the winter transfer window.
But are these numbers, depressing as they are, enough for us to write off Adebayor as a washed-up, overrated, too-highly-paid athlete for Spurs? The numbers may suggest it as a possibility, but upon closer examination, a lot of Ade's problems from last year can be explained away – or, at the very least, excused to some extent:
Note: The following "game" numbers are related to games across all competitions, not just the Premier League.
Game 1 – Yet to sign a contract, still on the books at Manchester City
Then – 9 million, 3 year contract for Spurs
Games 2 & 3 – 2nd half sub, not much training under his belt yet, not in sync with teammates
Game 4 – Unused substitute
Games 5-9 – Injured
Games 10-11 – Late substitution
Games 12-14 – Injured again
Game 15 – 2nd half substitution
Game 16 – First start in all competitions – against Maribor in the Europa League
Game 17 – First start of the season in the Premier League against Manchester City – 80 minutes
Game 18 – First GOAL of the season, against Arsenal. Seems to have finally hit a rhythm – does a double-legged tackle, straight red card, 3 game suspension
Game 19 – Full 90 at Lazio, good contributions, good pace
Games 20-22 – Serving suspension
Game 23 – Europa league, full 90, GOAL against Panathinaikos
Games 24-29 – Starts all six games, has decent contributions, gets worn down over the busy Christmas, Boxing Day, New Year's Schedule, scores against Reading
Games 30-31 – Adebayor distracted over ongoing reluctance/pressure over whether or not he'll compete in the Africa Cup of Nations
Games 32-35 – Away at Africa Cup of Nations
Game 36 – Late sub
Games 37-40 – Two Europa starts and two Premier League starts – starting to regain Spurs form
Games 41-42 – Out with injury again
Game 43 – Goal against Inter in Europa League
Games 44-45 – Poor showings
Games 46-48 – Plays three full games, scores TWO GOALS – Basel and Everton, misses crucial penalty in shootout
Game 49 – Subbed after 71'
Game 50 – Injured AGAIN – recurring theme
Game 51 – Late sub again to regain form
Game 52 – Scores first half equalizer against Chelsea to keep our Champions Leagues hopes alive
Game 53 – Scores crucial late winner against stoke
Game 54 – Sucks with the rest of the team, can't find the back of the net
What's It All Mean?
Yes, it's more than fair to say Adebayor had a bad season this last time around. But it's also fair to say that there were so many circumstances contributing to it. He had a hard time keeping fit, was either injured or suspended for many games, had to work his way back into the first 11 after each stint out, and had to play in the Africa Cup of Nations. I know he's a professional football and some mental and physical toughness through all of that is to be expected, but he did endure some circumstances beyond his normal range of control last year.
When you look ahead to next year, all signs point toward a season reminiscent of 2011-12 rather than his most recent campaign. There's no African Cup of Nations this year and Togo are already out of the running for a World Cup Spot; so little, if any, international call-ups are on the horizon, which should keep his legs fresh and his mentality focused squarely on Spurs. With his age approaching 30 and his contract coming up, AND with Spurs looking to add fresh blood to the attacking ranks, he should also have all the motivation he needs to give Spurs his best and brightest.
It'd be foolish to say that Spurs don't need a new striker at all, and it's be foolish to say that Ade's anything close to a sure thing. But he was once a top-rated striker and he has turned in performances worthy of his salary. It would be unwise to suggest that we should rest our hopes at Adebayor's feet, but it's not unfair to suggest that he has what it takes to lead Spurs attack this season.
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Big Ten 2010 // Ohio State's Achilles' Heel - That Presumably Lofty Preseason Ranking
Revisiting Big Ten Bowls in 2009-10: A sweet BCS win for OSU in the Rose Bowl
The Steve Bellisari comeback game, aka Columbia v Columbus, ruined by a late interception and a game winning field goal for the Gamecocks. One hell of a game for anyone who likes to see Ohio State lose and probably SC's high point of the last 10 years? Tressel was so enraged he ordered the Buckeye's to win the National Championship the following year, which they did. Holtz was so inspired that he ordered the Gamecocks to go 5-7 in consecutive seasons, which they did. Law Buckeye and I greatly enjoyed our stop in Columbia, SC, this Spring. It's a great town and if you visit, make sure you stop at Maurice's BBQ for some of the best South Carolina BBQ you'll ever taste. Just don't ask Maurice his opinion on liberals, segregation, or the Civil Rights Act. Here are the countdown games so far... #6 -- Iowa v LSU, 2005 Capital One Bowl #7 -- Georgia v Purdue, 2000 Outback Bowl #8 -- Michigan State v Florida, 2000 Citrus Bowl #9 -- Florida v Iowa, 2006 Outback Bowl #10 -- Wisconsin v Arkansas, 2007 Capitol One Bowl
Big 10 Football Links From Around SBN: Buckeye halfbacks, OOC Matchups with Oregon, Rants against the Blogosphere...
The Big 10 teams finished their Spring Practices this weekend with scrimmages and games, so I wanted to put up some links to each team's final competition.
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Penobscot Bay Island House in Isle au Haut
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Maine's Penobscot Bay is known as one of the world's most beautiful environments. Take the mailboat ride from Stonington, cross a granite causeway, and arrive at this former ship captain's house, one of the premier spots on the New England coast. Surrounded by saltwater on three sides, there is a living room with Rumford fireplace, a large dining room, and kitchen with pantry, gas stove, and dishwasher. There are six bedrooms including two small loft rooms and two and a half bathrooms.
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Washer/dryer, three mountain bikes (2 adult, 1 youth), and car. Linens and sheets included. Wiireless internet. No television.
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The National Park has extensive hiking trails and there is a freshwater pond for swimming several miles down the road. The island has a store, lighthouse, gift shop, chocolatier, and lots of nature.
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2014 rate: $2600wk.(June) $2900 wk. (July & August)
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Private Roman Catholic schools do not receive public funding and benefit from the freedom to teach with fewer constraints and offer other advantages such as smaller class sizes. Instructors can use alternative and creative teaching styles. Among the private Catholic schools that Our Kids lists, you can find boarding, all-girls, all-boys, and other types of Catholic schools. Although school curriculum varies, all private Catholic schools share a common affiliation with the Roman Catholic Church and encourage students to grow in the Catholic faith.
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NORTH ANDOVER — Sometimes the old has to surrender to the new.
The Planning Board is considering two proposals that call for demolishing houses to allow the construction of six homes in one instance, a coffee shop in the other.
The 464 Appleton St. house now occupied by Denis and Claudia Dupuis will be razed to make way for the building of a six-lot subdivision that would border Blue Ridge Road. Philip Christiansen, engineer for the project, said last night a substantial portion of the 22-acre site will be preserved as open space.
Each of the six lots will have a single-family house. The Planning Board continued the hearing on this proposal until March 19 for further review by the town's engineers. The Dupuises, who attended the hearing last night, said they have made plans to move to another house.
The developer of the project is Charles Carroll.
The board has also been reviewing the plan of Cafua Management to tear down a vacant house and garage at 1018 Osgood St. and build a Dunkin' Donuts on the site. The Planning Board was scheduled to review Cafua's proposal last night but the developer asked for a two-week postponement, according to Town Planner Judy Tymon.
The house at 1018 Osgood St. was owned for many years by the late William Chepulis, an MIT-educated engineer who served on both the Planning Board and Conservation Commission. Cafua bought the property from Chepulis' family in January 2012 for $400,000.
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Melanie Huml, Secretary of State for the Environment and Jürgen W. Heike, Member of State Parliament visit Gehrlicher Solar AG
After a guided tour of the company, the visit focused on discussing energy-related issues.
Neustadt near Coburg, November 19, 2010. Last Friday, Melanie Huml, Bavarian Secretary of State for the Environment and Health, and Jürgen W. Heike, Member of State Parliament for the district of Coburg visited Gehrlicher Solar AG. Together with Klaus Gehrlicher, Chairman of the Board, Ralph Schemmerer, CFO and Steffen Licht, Vice -President Roof Top Systems, they first visited the company premises and the company's logistics centre.
Following the guided tour, Heike Huml, Jürgen W. Heike and Gehrlicher representatives took part in a discussion about energy-related issues. The focus of the discussion was mainly set on the future perspectives of the solar industry in Bavaria as a business location. The effects of the latest EEG amendment on the industry and the internationalization strategy of Gehrlicher Solar AG were also discussed.
Secretary of State Heike Huml stressed she was glad to have visited Neustadt and to have been able to get an idea of Gehrlicher's performance and innovative capability.
"Renewable energies are the key to energy supply in the future. Bavaria identified this opportunity at an early stage and has continuously expanded renewable energy sources over the past decades." The goal is to meet over 40 percent of the electricity needs with regenerative sources of energy by the year 2030. "Today, Bavaria has established itself as the leading center for photovoltaics in Germany. We want to extend this lead", said Huml. She concluded by wishing the company the success it deserves for the future too.
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Zoë Frank '12 has traveled to Africa four times, moved by the plight of women in Africa with devastating childbirth injuries. She's learned to assist her father, an OB-GYN, in surgeries in Cameroon, Zambia, the Republic of the Congo, and Chad to correct obstetric fistulae, a condition affecting many poor and young women in which the organs of elimination are torn when they attempt to deliver a stillborn baby. Although the condition is treatable, there are not many hospitals or clinics that help these women who become shunned by their communities. "In the bush, if you have hands and a brain, you jump in and help," says Zoë.
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7:30pm Tuesday 14th February 2012 in Romsey By Patrick Knox , Senior Reporter
DETECTIVES are investigating a spate of catalytic converter thefts across Hampshire.
Twenty vehicles have had the pollution- busting devices prised off in just six weeks.
Seven of these were in the Shirley district of Southampton in the space of one week.
Det Insp Martin Myers, from Eastleigh CID, said the precious metals such as platinum, palladium and rhodium are sold to scrap metal merchants for hundreds of pounds.
The converters are the latest to be targeted by metal thieves who have struck across the south.
Yesterday the Daily Echo revealed that commuters had suffered an extra 1,600 train delays in the region in just ten months after thieves stole copper cabling from railway signalling boxes.
And last month we reported how ten sets of metal gates had been stolen from driveways across Southampton.
Det Insp Myers said: "The prices of metals have gone through the roof, with the metal going abroad to places such as Latvia, Poland and China."
Larger cars and 4x4s have been targeted by thieves who use saws to remove the converters in as little as 30 seconds.
Police say organised gangs could be behind the spree but could not rule out opportunists looking to make easy money.
The latest theft reported was from a Peugeot 406 in Southampton Road, Eastleigh.
Police believe bigger vehicles are especially at risk because they are high off the ground and easier for thieves to slide underneath.
Anyone with information can call their local police on 101 mentioning Operation Wellington or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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New York
4.16/5 rDev -2.1%
Appearance- Jet black body with a short khaki head.
Smell- Rich coffee, slight smoke, sweet fudge and just a hint of sour.
Taste- Bitter coffee up front with sweet chocolate following close behind. Roasted malt gets stronger towards the end. Aftertaste is dry and smokey.
Mouthfeel- Between medium and full bodied. Carbonation is low. Rich and creamy, perfect for a porter.
Overall- Delicious full bodied porter, recommended if you love dark beers.
08-28-2013 13:10:09 | More by McLush
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4.41/5 rDev +3.8%
Pours a very deep, dark brown, appearing nearly pitch black if you're in a room that isn't well lit - a very tiny amount of light is allowed to pass through this one. The head is nice and tan, made of tiny bubbles with a fine definition and moderate retention.
The aroma is full of milky chocolates and roasted malts; it gives off a very nutty and woodsy smell as well, reminding me of roasting marshmallows over a campfire. Very robust, powerful, and commanding. Slight hints of char and smoked goodness wrap this one up. Between some of the sweet malts and smoky characters, this makes for one of the more complex and unique porter aromas out there.
The flavor follows the nose profile right along, super nutty and toasty from the get-go. A slight hint of coffee beans sits in the immediate background, along with a nice dose of creamy chocolates and cocoa powder. This one has a very low to moderate floral essence to it, imparting a tiny bit of extra bitterness midway through to balance out the sweetness - it works very well.
Other bitterness is mainly contributed from some of the darker malts, in the form of ashy, burnt wood and bittersweet cocoa. The beer ends with an obviously malt-heavy finish, leaning more towards the sweet chocolate and dry nuttiness side. Medium-heavy body - the mouth feel on this porter is one of the best ever. Silky, smooth, creamy, fluffy - carbonation is just right, letting the flavors pop without being astringent.
This porter is pretty amazing. The best one I've had to date. Even better than Eddy Fitz in my opinion (although that is some righteous shit, too). Great smell, amazing flavor profile, orgasmic mouth feel - and still only around 9-10$ for a sixer. You can't beat that.
09-25-2012 16:16:18 | More by tectactoe
4.25/5 rDev 0%
Review from BeerAdvocate Magazine Issue #47 (Dec 2010):
Thick beading of tiny bubbles produces an amazing-looking head and sticky lacing; pitch-black color is saying it's a serious beer as well. Slightly burnt biscuit aroma is quickly followed by a sweeter mocha tone. A welcome hefty body here with just enough bubbles to get by. Slightly burnt choco maltiness has a firm grip on the taste buds. Hops give a quick sting of bitterness and an earthy flavor in the middle. Roastiness is well flexed and shows its range, from faint, smoky, charred wood to bitter dark chocolate to over-toasted bread. Some yeast and fruit in the end as well, as a sweetness lifts from the ashes. This Porter means business--one of the best robust Porters around.
03-04-2011 23:24:09 | More by BeerAdvocate
North Carolina
4.43/5 rDev +4.2%
Always good to get my hands on new stuff from my home state.Poured into a standard pint glass a deep near black dark brown with some ruby highlights thruought,a thinner but well sustained mocha colored head atop.A mix of earth,roasted nut,and dark chocolate in the nose with lingering fruit.Alot of complexity and nuance on the palate,starting out with some sweeter chocolate and dark fruit melding into big earth and some rawness in the finish with a bit of espresso roast coffee.Wow for a "standard" porter this is hella top notch,awesome.
02-18-2009 21:47:39 | More by oberon
4.5/5 rDev +5.9%
03-10-2014 20:41:43 | More by davemarc87
4.25/5 rDev 0%
03-14-2014 21:57:21 | More by aszatk01
4.25/5 rDev 0%
04-11-2013 01:41:18 | More by DanGeo
4.2/5 rDev -1.2%
Holy cannoli ravioli! This beer is a blast of complex flavors. What I get from it is roasted malts, coffee, chocolate, and hops.
The appearance of this beer is outstanding. Pitch black! The smell is quite good for this style, and the taste is well balanced.
This isn't my type of beer. The people that I can imagine loving this beer are coffee drinkers, smokers, lumberjacks, people with thick beards, and unicyclists. This is the sort of beer you'd drink with a cigarette in the other hand , a donut (it would probably pair well with certain desserts), or an axe (psychopaths are not welcome to have this drink with an axe. no sir.)
I certainly could not drink more than one of these. It is so strong with its taste/flavor that I can still taste the roasted coffee even minutes after my last sip. Even Juan Valdez would think this coffee is strong.
This is certainly interesting! I haven't had a lot of porters but I can't imagine there being one better than this. Again, this isn't my style and I can't say that I really enjoy this beer, but you have to respect greatness. This beer is expertly crafted! If you are into the sort of flavor profiles listed above, this might be your new favorite drink! Coffee that gets you drunk. haha.
08-09-2014 03:43:27 | More by Fear4Beer
New York
5/5 rDev +17.6%
05-17-2014 18:27:12 | More by Max3
4.25/5 rDev 0%
08-05-2013 00:43:40 | More by OhioBobcat
4.25/5 rDev 0%
12-11-2013 18:30:57 | More by jono0101
4.18/5 rDev -1.6%
A- Looks nice, black with a frothy brown head.
S- Mild nose overall. Mild coffee, chocolate, toast. I really had to try to pick things out of this one. Nice, but mild.
T- Some richness to the palate, the flavors meld together really well. Licorice, faint chocolate and smoke.
M&D- This is where the beer shined for me. Full bodied, yet silky smooth.
10-07-2009 02:25:29 | More by brownbeer
4.75/5 rDev +11.8%
08-28-2013 15:00:55 | More by npala86
5/5 rDev +17.6%
11-30-2011 03:48:08 | More by hotglassmama
4.75/5 rDev +11.8%
01-10-2014 01:07:29 | More by Tiernan
4.8/5 rDev +12.9%
A: Black, Black, Black, with a great mocha hued
S: Coffee, chocolate toastiness with the malt
and hop in perdfect balance.
T: Deep rich malt flavors with understated cocoa
coffee, and a slight hop finish
D/M: Rich and creamy with a body that allows
for service at breakfast, lunch, or dinner
07-01-2009 02:23:01 | More by ArrogantDeadGuy
4.25/5 rDev 0%
04-06-2014 21:22:08 | More by tbryan5
4/5 rDev -5.9%
10-26-2012 00:55:23 | More by J2L
3.75/5 rDev -11.8%
07-25-2014 22:53:40 | More by woodchipper
3.75/5 rDev -11.8%
11-27-2012 20:04:28 | More by ajkiser12
4/5 rDev -5.9%
04-30-2014 15:29:34 | More by delaced21
4.25/5 rDev 0%
03-06-2014 09:32:49 | More by Krafty34
New York
4.25/5 rDev 0%
01-15-2013 20:10:26 | More by SkiBum22
4.25/5 rDev 0%
10-09-2012 17:27:55 | More by JacobMutberg
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12-14-2011 18:20:28 | More by readicculus
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Cobb, which recieved an unqualified or clean opinion on its Comprehensive Annual Plan audit, has the lowest millage rate in the metro Atlanta area, added 3 percent to the general fund reserve and 5 percent to its fire district fund reserve.
And in most areas, the county's revenues for fiscal year 2012 not only exceeded expenditures but also exceeded what county officials originally had budgeted. For example, in the General Fund, revenues came in at $327.5 million, up from the $325.8 million originally budgeted. And, expenditures came in at $313.3 million, $17.3 million less than what county officials had budgeted.
"This is an outstanding report for fiscal year 2012," Lee said during Tuesday's commission meeting. "We've made the tough decisions. Our expenditure controls are what contributed a lot to the variances. You can't find a better financial position in any county in the metro area. A lot of counties in this country are looking at bankruptcy, and we're in a very strong financial position."
Cobb received AAA ratings from Moody's for both General Obligation and Water System Revenue, something that Director/Comptroller James Pehrson said has only been attained by 39 counties in the country.
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And, the county expects to pay off all its general obligation bonds by the end of 2018.
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"I'm not the child I was before," Johns told the board. "I'm a man now. I have responsibilities. I have a family. I have God in my heart now."
Johns, who worked for Applebee's in Toccoa for four years before moving back to Marietta, said he needs the work permit to be promoted to a manager. He currently works at the restaurants off of Barrett Parkway in Kennesaw and on Dallas Highway in West Cobb.
District 3 Commissioner Joann Birrell said she was concerned by the fact Johns omitted several of his prior charges on his application -- something Johns said was done because he was unsure of all the dates and not in an attempt to hide his past. In fact, he said he told a Cobb County Police Department sergeant his arrest record when he was trying to figure out what charges he needed to list.
An original motion by Birrell to approve the appeal with a start date of June 1 failed with Birrell and District 4 Commissioner Lisa Cupid voting in favor, and District 2 Commissioner Bob Ott, District 1 Commissioner Helen Goreham and Lee voting against.
"Applebee's may move on to someone else, and then he loses out," Ott said. "Either we give it to him or we don't. I think delaying it until June would be a mistake."
As part of the approval, Johns must give the commissioners an update on his work status and family before his permit is renewed in October.


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Well not my Farmall Cubs but still somewhat in the guidelines by being a Case.
I bought this little unit almost a year ago, a early to mid 1970's Case 1737 Case skid-steer loader with a blown drive gearbox for $300 and last Saturday I decided that I would spend the day machining the old brazed up gearbox and have ready for the snow storm/blizzard that hit the midwest and droppped aboout an average of 27" of snow here in the midwest. To say the least I was quite impressed!
Sure the heck beats a darn shovel, LOL
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John, good to see you posting again. Nice little toy.
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wow very nice, never see deals like that around here
Re: New toy
Looks good. I always wanted to try one of those.
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Nice to see you posting again too
Great deal on that skid-steer Nice to see you got it up and running. Enjoy it.. that is a really useful piece of equipment
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Skidloaders are great for snow and so many other projects. I have a Case 1830 ,30 hp gas that I have used for many projects. Having forke for mine is great. My forks get used as much as the bucket.
I started out with nothing and now I only have half of that left !
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I have bad memories of a 1830C, it came to me in kit form with much of the kit missing. I had a heck of a time finding everything to put it back together. Making matters worse, the owner sold it about the time I started working on it so I was suddenly working for a fellow from Kansas. He didn't make out so good on the deal, the seller didn't tell him about all the missing stuff. Luckily for me, he was a great guy. Every time I talked to him, it seemed that I had more bad news for him, but he took it all in stride.
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Sweet... that is a fun toy!
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Agree. My dad bought a Bobcat S220 last winter to load turkey litter with as well as just use around the farm. The forks get used just as much, if not more than the bucket. It saves a lot of hand work....
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Wow, nice little toy. Pabst
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Well the snow is just about gone and a bad memory. We've had record breaking temps here in west central Illinois in the high 60's and low 70's
The antique skid steer loader done a great job digging us out, but I suspected the drive belt was not long for the world when I put the main gearbox back in it, so I ordered a new belt from Case, just to have it on hand. Well I picked it up a and I about fell over dead when they presented me the bill for almost 200 bucks (I always thought my equipment with green paint was expensive, now I see construction yellow isn't much better, lol)
However, I guess I really still can't complain any, I have a rebuilt gearbox with new bearings and now the new drive belt and the cost and still have less than $600 in it. I think the last drive belt we put on was 15 to 18 years ago. When the gearbox destroyed itself, my boss didn't want to spend the time and money on rebuilding it and was about ready to take the whole machine to the scrap salvage yard, well needless to say I just could not see that happening and like so many other things I bought it.
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1955 International Cub LoBoy "SQUATTY"
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I co-sponsored a chain gang amendment. An editorial writer at the St. Petersburg Times coined the nickname "Chain Gang Charlie." I can assure you it was not meant as a term of endearment. But soon enough, people across the state were calling me "Chain Gang," and I didn't mind it one bit. Being tough on criminals was fine with Republicans.
In 1992, he won a seat in the Florida Senate, where he represented the interests of citizens concerned about such issues as education, crime, the environment and elder affairs. During his six years in the Senate, Crist served as Chairman of the Senate Ethics and Elections Committee and as Chairman of the Appropriations Criminal Justice Subcommittee. A strong voice for public safety, he sponsored, among other legislation, the Stop Turning Out Prisoners (STOP) bill requiring prisoners to serve at least 85 percent of their prison sentences. This achievement earned him numerous honors, including appointment as an Honorary Sheriff by the Florida Sheriffs Association--only the third person to receive the honor in the organization's long history.
I was proud to launch the Attorney General's Cyber Crime Unit in 2005 to thwart the actions of those who target our children. Attorney General Bill McCollum has made fighting this crime a top priority.
I was proud to launch the Attorney General's Cyber Crime Unit in 2005 to thwart the actions of those who target our children. Attorney General Bill McCollum has made fighting this crime a top priority.
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This fourth release is a brew that has been "held in high estimation for several years in London." Brewed with Halcyon and Optic English pale malts and the finest East Kent Golding and Fuggles hops and then fermented with an ale yeast originating from London itself, Windsor Ale is a distinguished strong English style pale ale. Straw colored with a rich bready malt character balanced by earthy hops, Windsor Ale is a throwback descendent of today's modern Pale Ales and IPA's.
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What are the RC Forums?
The RC Forums provide ways for students to connect over topics of interest while contributing to the various communities that surround them. From planting flowers in the courtyard to reorganizing the Benzinger Library, from appreciating cinema to exploring nearby neighborhoods, the RC forums aim have a positive impact on the East Quad community and beyond. The Forums are open to all RC students and community members. Enrolled students can elect up to 1 credit per term in a forum. Each credit can fulfill one of the 4 RC class requirements necessary for graduation from the RC.
Forum History
RC students pride themselves on their sense of community. While most students take classes and live together in East Quad, some upperclassmen move off campus. In 2007, several RC seniors came together to strengthen connections between RC students of all years. From their attempt to build a more cohesive RC community, the RC Forums were born.
Fall 2013 Forums
Urban: The Urban Forum welcomes students who are interested in organizing and development in urban communities such as Detroit. We explore the root causes of inequality, issues of systematic change, and ways that students can get involved. We also emphasize understanding the historical and cultural influences that have shaped each community. Past discussion topics have included new urbanism, the criminal justice system, education, emerging industries, immigration, transportation, and sustainability. Contact: Hannah Nathans
Film: The Film Forum incorporates love of film with love of community. Members come together to watch and discuss themes such as foreign language, sexuality, women's rights, and Oscar nominees. We discuss how these themes have been manifested in our film culture today and how cinema has contributed to and changed society at large. In the past we have studied Miyazaki's animation, social documentaries, and viewed films such as Amelie, Doubt, The Fall, and The Hurt Locker. Get ready for good friends, good movies, and great times! Contact: Jessie Micallef
Health & Wellness: The Health & Wellness Forum is a group of students interested in exploring issues in everyday life concerning mental and physical health. We cover a variety of topics that change each term according to the interests of the members. In the past, each student has led a session on a topic that they already know about or want to know more about. We have held events ranging from watching Food Inc. to studying meditation to visiting a teashop for a tasting. It's great to have supportive peers to push you to stay healthy at a time when all-you-can-eat ice cream is so tempting. Contact: Rachel Oakford
Sexual Health: The Sexual Health Forum offers a safe environment to dialogue about topics ranging from basic anatomy to sexual taboos. Our forum seeks to promote the importance of sexual health and wellbeing in the RC community. In the past, we have put on variety shows, had movie screenings, hosted guest speakers and the popular "gender panel." If there are any questions about sex that you've always wanted answered, there has never been a more comfortable and fun space to ask. Contact: Adam Molnar
Book: The Book Forum is a group of students who are interested in books and reading and the roles they play in our lives.We host annual events such as Spelling Bees, Sock Hops, and field trips to used bookstores. Our ongoing project involves organizing and reopening the Benzinger Library in the new East Quad. Whether reading, writing, or discussing the written word, our bibliophiles have great times together! Contact: Rosie Levine
Dance: The Dance forum gives students the chance to experience the diverse art form of dance from many vantage points. It is open to students who are interested in any and all types of dance; no prior dance experience is necessary. Our goals include working on long and short-term choreography projects and showcasing our work. Screenings of dance films or recorded performances also take place during meetings. RC dancers engage with the rest of the U-M and Ann Arbor dance communities by sampling classes at local studios and planning outings to student and/or professional performances. Contact: Gillian Jakab
LGBT*QA: This forum aims to create a safe space for open, honest, dialogue about issues involving the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered, Queer community. We bring together people from all different backgrounds, including allies, and focus on issues such as gender roles, homophobia, homelessness within the Trans* community and more. In addition to weekly dialogues, we bring in speakers from across campus, collaborate with the Spectrum Center, and hold an annual "Pride Prom" in the spring. Everyone is welcome to join any of our meetings and events. Contact: Danielle Leonard
Art: The Art Forum sets aside time to explore art and its role in our lives and our learning. While doing weekly art projects, members have the opportunity to explore the mediums of acrylic, mixed-media, and less traditional types of art. The projects include both large-scale projects and personal crafts, varying on member preferences. Additionally, the forum visits local galleries and exhibits to explore how other artists use art in their lives. Finally, the group discusses the personal value of art, beyond its use as a procrastination tool or means of escapism. We look at art as a form of sensuous knowledge, quite different from other academic subjects. Through this lens, we build upon this theme, using our own art as a palette to do so. Contact: Kayla Silverstein
Poetry: The Poetry Forum welcomes all those who love to read, write, perform, and breathe poetry. Whether you are a poetry novice or expert, you are invited to connect with other poetry enthusiasts. Our meetings involve getting to know a poet of a member's choice and partaking in creative exercises & activities, or work-shopping. Past exercises include creating found poetry, interview poems, blackout poems, poem forgeries, and poetry tournaments. Our future plans include attending (and putting on!) open-mics, creating collaborative poems, and nurturing a poetic community in the RC. Come join the fun and get to know some great poetry-loving people! Contact: Conner Wood
Food: The Food Forum educates and engages students in food production, preservation, and preparation. We emphasize hands-on learning, with particular attention to gardening and cultivation techniques and practices. This hands-on approach is highlighted in the forum's demonstrations and workshops put on for students by students (i.e. making sauerkraut, canning, pickling). We hope to eventually build the program into a year-round learning and working garden, partnering with other university and community organizations in efforts to keep food at the forefront of our minds, and not just in the pits of our bellies! Contact: Jesse Ostroff
Photo: The photography forum offers an opportunity for students from any level to explore an art and learn its processes. In the age of technology there are many different ways to get into photography yet film photography maintains a followin. In biweekly meetings students will discuss photography and explore themes in the work of past and present photographers and students work. Many meetings will incorporate workshops to learn techniques ranging from shooting to digital editing. Some meetings will be demonstrations of darkroom processes and the exploration of film photography. The ultimate goal of the forum is to provide a space to discuss photography and keep students excited about digital and film processes. Note, at this time students will not be able to engage in wetroom processes due to occupational hazards. Contact: Ben Case
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Do not go gentle into that good
Old age should burn and rave at close of day;
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.
Though wise men at their end
know dark is right,
Because their words had forked no lightning they
Do not go gentle into that good night.
Good men, the last wave by,
crying how bright
Their frail deeds might have danced in a green bay,
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.
Wild men who caught and sang the
sun in flight,
And learn, too late, they grieved it on its way,
Do not go gentle into that good night.
Grave men, near death, who see
with blinding sight
Blind eyes could blaze like meteors and be gay,
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.
And you, my father, there on the
sad height,
Curse, bless, me now with your fierce tears, I
Do not go gentle into that good night.
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.
-- Dylan Thomas
Boy, did the end of this tri sneak up on me. I'm not kidding. I
looked up and it was Week 13 and I had to start scrambling to get
everything done. Now, here we are in Week 14 and the scrambling
continues. It's the end of Tri 8. The End. Of Tri 8. These are the
last finals that I have to take for this program. We're all to the
point where we're fed up, tired, and so over all of the projects
and papers and quizzes and exams and practicals. I've heard talk
from a few people about giving up. I really have. It's not out of
the realm of comprehension to just throw your hands up in the air,
take a different path, and just go quietly into the night. But we
won't, because we've come too far and done too much work. We can't
quit now. It's just not an option.
In Doctor-Patient Relationship class today, we were talking
about lobbying, the ACA, the ACC, and a few other organizations. We
were talking, not just about what we're doing here, but what we're
hoping to accomplish -- the bigger picture. We've been tasked with
writing down where we want to be in 5 years -- not just what we
want to be doing professionally, but personally. I can't imagine
what life will be like in 5 years -- where I'll be, what I'll be
doing. It seems so far away, and yet I know time will fly (just
like this Tri did). I wonder if the face of medicine will change --
whether our scope will change across the board, whether we'll have
prescribing rights in more states, or whether we'll continue to be
segregated like we have been. A lot can change in 5 years -- 5
years ago my life looked dramatically different. I never thought
I'd be where I am now, doing what I'm doing. It's pretty amazing
how things can change.
I know, though, what I'll be doing for the next 9 days:
studying. So with that in mind, I'll keep this brief and to the
point. Study hard, boys and girls. Get your work done; finish your
projects. Check the check boxes and fill in those dots. Share some
gratitude and compassion with your classmates and even your
instructors. This is the last time we go down this Path.
As a "going away" for this Tri, I found another little park
tucked back somewhere in Gulfport while Grey and I were driving
around. Photos in this post courtesy of Grey.
Good luck on exams everyone. Have an amazing and restful
The trimester is coming to a close, and I can honestly say it's
flown by. We're all scrambling to meet deadlines in the clinic:
this many of this, that many of that. It hardly seems that about 12
weeks ago we were terrified we'd be horrible at this. Truth be
told, I didn't think anything about deadlines and numbers and
paperwork (OK, well I did think about paperwork a little bit).
That's probably why I'm scrambling now.
The last couple of weeks have been discussions about who is
transitioning to the other clinic, and some talks about where we'll
end up. Half of our crew is moving to the other clinic. It's
unlikely that I'll see them very often. Perhaps we'll have seminars
or training sessions of some sort, or get together outside of
school (although we don't do that now). But in a few weeks, there
will be another big transition for all of us. Some of us have been
together, nearly every day, for about 3 years. This will be
something really new.
Newness. It reminds me of my theory about Maslow's Hierarchy
from last week. Incidentally, I've been working some more on that,
but I'll spare you all the details. I had the pleasure to discuss
it with two of my fellow interns today, the concept of new ideas.
We were talking about my theory, and about other theories -- things
in medicine and science that seem to have been left behind. We were
discussing the idea that there are no new ideas.
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Mark Twain said:
"There is no such thing as a new
idea. It is impossible. We simply take a lot of old ideas and put
them into a sort of mental kaleidoscope. We give them a turn and
they make new and curious combinations. We keep on turning and
making new combinations indefinitely, but they are the same old
pieces of colored glass that have been in use through all the
I grew up not far from good ol' Mark Twain's stomping grounds,
but between you and me, his writing always made me crazy. No matter
how much I tried, I couldn't understand the dialect he wrote. I'm
not sure that I agree with Mark; it seems we're discovering new
things all the time. From god particles to medicines, we strive and
learn how to change, adapt, and understand the world around us.
If the last 12 weeks in the clinic have taught me anything, it's
that we have no standard approach to treating anything. We have to
be willing to come up with new ideas, or at the very least, new
applications for old ideas. For every patient that comes in, even
if they have the "same" diagnosis, what works for each one of them
is likely to be something completely different.
I'm fairly certain that our discussion today came to the
conclusion that there has to be something new. There has to be a
pursuit of Science that crosses boundaries into new territories,
that bypasses the need for a randomized controlled trial of
everything, and simply embraces discovery for the sake of
discovery, and implementation for the benefit of the whole. Perhaps
we're all idealists. I see no problem with that. Being idealistic
just promotes my love of the field and my hope for making a
Neil deGrasse Tyson, in his series "Cosmos" said:
"To make this journey, we'll
need imagination, but imagination alone is not enough because the
reality of nature is far more wondrous than anything we can
OK, Neil. I'll take that one to heart. The greatest theories
come from crazy idealists.
I wish you all many great new discoveries. May your kaleidoscope
always look just a little bit different.
I'm back from the mountains of North Carolina, where I spent
from last Thursday through Sunday. It was, as it always is, a
life-changing event. I learned so much from everything I
experienced there, and everyone that I met. My life is forever
changed. Coming back from such a life-altering experience is always
really hard. I find myself struggling with motivation, coping with
what we call the "default world," and dealing with daily
obligations. It's funny how being apart from civilization gives a
completely different perspective on what civilization actually
On the way up the mountain
I may have mentioned Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs before. Maslow
postulated that in order for humans to function, they must have
certain needs met. The fields of psychology, sociology and
anthropology have embraced Maslow's theory, on some level, and run
with it--proposing that everything from the basis of emotional
well-being, to the likelihood of success, stems from these needs
being met.
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When out, away from civilization and the comforts of "home,"
people tend to do one of two things: they think about how much they
miss the comforts of home; or they realize how little those
comforts actually comfort them. I tend to be the latter, rather
than the former. Don't get me wrong, I would have loved a warm, dry
place to sleep, but for the most part, I didn't miss the Internet,
television, my cell phone, or even electricity.
Being apart from society and civilization would imply that we're
apart from each other. But that's not the case. I've found that
when I'm out in the woods, with other people, that that is when
society actually begins. We form a tribe, a family. I often wonder
why we don't do that, when we're among each other in the default
As students, we've been through several years of schooling
together. We're nearing the end. Stress is running VERY high among
our group. We're finding ourselves more anxious, more
short-tempered, more ready to judge, bicker, harass, and goad each
other. For those of us that have become close, we're finding it
easier to support, empathize, listen, and care for each other.
Perhaps some of this is because we know we won't be together for
much longer. Perhaps the rest of it is that we're so unsure of what
comes next. Perhaps some of us view each other as the member of the
family that we really don't want to associate with (because we
didn't get to pick this family).
In just under 9 months, we'll all go our separate ways. Some of
us will be friends for the rest of our lives. Some of us will never
hear from or see each other again. Just like my past weekend, some
of us will be friends for the remainder of our lives, and others
I'll never see again.
We have the opportunity every day to contribute to someone's
hierarchy of needs. We can build each other up, nurture each other,
be family (the good kind), and contribute to each other's
well-being, not just our patients.
Last, I want to plug some of the upper trimester classmates
who've been doing some good
community outreach work. My hat's off to you guys. You're
making it happen.
Until next week, my friends, I challenge you to think about how
your needs are being met, what you really need and want in your
lives, and who and how you view "family."
Happy adventures!
There never seems to be enough time in the day. As I sit here
surrounded by boxes and bags and suitcases, and wondering what in
the world I'm going to forget, I'm preparing to leave on a trip.
Every time I'm going somewhere like this, I'm scrambling around
trying to remember what to take, wondering if it's going to fit in
the car/bag/whatever, and worrying that I might forget something.
It never fails that I say to myself -- "Never again." And here we
are at the next round.
The same goes for finals and midterms, which thankfully are
winding down for me. The day will soon come when I don't have any
more of those. But until that happens, it's always last minute
cramming, note reviewing, and wondering whether I'm going to forget
There's something beautiful about the concept of being prepared.
It's been a long time since I walked into a test most assuredly and
thought, "I've got this." More often than not, I don't think about
it. I either have it, or I don't (or somewhere in between). That's
not unlike other situations either. Sometimes we just know we're
ready, and sometimes we're terrified. I find that being terrified
is far more detrimental than just generally not being prepared.
In a few--not so short--hours, I'll be in the mountains of North
Carolina, surrounded by a lot of people that I know and love. We'll
be battling the elements and whatever we come across (including
ourselves), just to experience that time together. It never fails
that something happens. Situations arise, accidents happen, people
get hurt--both emotionally and physically. There are people there
to help take care of those instances, including myself.
This year in particular,
we're faced with an event fresh in our minds, of a friend taking
their own life. The details of that voyage aren't relevant to this
writing, but suffice it to say, he felt like that was the only
option. As I look at my mound of boxes and bags and suitcases, I am
thinking about what he is missing, what effect his decision is
having on all of those around him, and what might have happened to
him if he had sought out help.
As physicians, it's our job/privilege to be there for our
patients--in whatever capacity they need. As a volunteer, that's my
job this weekend. I take it very seriously.
I'm probably not prepared for what might happen this weekend. I
never am fully prepared for these things. But I also KNOW, that
whatever happens, we'll all make it through together.
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I've been embroiled in a debate on different eating habits for a
few weeks. It's been a heated debate. Information has been passed
back and forth, but the science is a hard sell for those that don't
know or understand it. I say, science, because it's not just the
facts about Paleo, gluten-free, Mediterranean, or whatever eating
patterns/diets, but about nutrition in general. It's about how our
bodies handle food and what they need to be healthy.
There are a million and one (and probably more) "diets" out
there. Right now, Paleo and gluten-free seem to be trending the
most. Celebrities are using them to "get healthy." People are using
them for weight loss or to control the symptoms of one disease or
another. Some are using them to lower their inflammatory levels.
But few seem to know the actual science behind any of it.
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I'm admittedly biased. I've been a diagnosed Celiac, and gluten
free for 16 years. The more information that I learn about grains,
etc. -- the more I'm glad that I don't eat gluten. But the general
public doesn't have the information that I have. In fact, it seems
that most professionals don't either. But that's not the purpose of
this posting.
When I started out writing this, I thought about my friend and
how vehemently she adheres to her beliefs about "nutrition" and
eating. She's a registered dietician. We've argued back and forth
about grains, about how she thinks that Paleo/Mediterranean is bad
for athletes, about how impossible it is to follow, and about how
there's a lot of "false" science/claims about that particular
eating pattern. The whole experience has been a major illustration
on the adherence to beliefs that people have -- not just for her,
but for me. It's also been an exercise in frustration.
I can only "recommend" what science (and anecdotal evidence --
but that's another story) shows to be true. For example, I can
explain that zonulin destroys tight junctions in the gut, brain,
and reproductive organs, and that the main sources of tight
junction destroying proteins are grains and legumes. I can quote
studies all day long (and all night long) -- and I have. I can
distill the science down to very simple words that anyone could
understand by using pictures, analogies, and more broad terms. I
can do all of these things, but that doesn't mean it's going to
change anyone's mind, and it also doesn't mean that they're going
to be willing to put it into practice.
We're very steeped in our beliefs. Usually, those beliefs have
absolutely nothing to do with evidence. My friend, for example,
focuses on athletes and sports nutrition. The concept of
carb-loading with pasta or the use of sports drinks is very much a
part of her reality. She's concerned about having energy available
for use. She's not concerned about inflammation, overall health and
well-being, the prevention of disease, or whether or not someone
might develop cancer or an autoimmune disorder. She wants to run
marathons, or play 4-hour-long matches. Her reality and mine are
very, very different. Chances are, that no matter what I say or
provide her with, she will always adhere to her thoughts about
nutrition. It will always be about the quick fix. My hope is that
she'll come across a difficult case and be forced to broaden her
concept of what healthy eating is.
Patients aren't any different. Some may have more or less
information than my friend. They may be coming in with a copy of
some new fad diet book, or a cookbook of recipes that their Aunt
Sally said worked really great to help her lose weight. People may
walk into the office carrying a well-worn copy of the all-carrot
diet, asking what to do about their increasingly orange skin.
They'll be emphatic about drinking their diet coke, eating their
bowl of pasta, or consuming 3 Tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
before every meal.
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It will be our job to walk them through their questions,
hopefully bring some experience and education to the table, and
talk them through ideas and possibilities that will help them find
some form of healthy, sustainable ground. They may resist with
everything that they have in them. As I write this, I'm thinking
about how much I struggle with sugar or eating rice, and how hard
it has been for me to give them up; I'm not there yet. It's our job
to work with them, using their limitations (even if those are
beliefs), and our education to help them get to someplace
My friend and I will probably continue to argue about what we
should or shouldn't be eating. The only thing we've been able to
agree on so far, I think, is that there's no one single "right"
way. There's no perfect way that everyone should be eating. We're
all human, and each body is different. The science may figure out
that everything we "know" is wrong, and everything must be changed.
I may never be able to fully give up sugar or rice. But whatever
happens, we'll all hopefully be happier and healthier because of
what we learn -- about food, about our relationship with it, and
our relationships with each other.
Have a great week, everybody.
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Shopping fatigue has set in and you've got more restless kids and in-laws than one person can endure. Take a break and check out these Westside things-to-do for this weekend. Tell us what you enjoyed and upload your photos!
• Brentwood Noah's Ark At the Skirball - he Skirball Cultural Center's exhibit on Noah's Ark is well worth the visit based on the buzz. The story of the ancient flood is captured in a 8,000-square-foot space that includes a floor-to-ceiling wooden ark with fanciful animals and places to play. There are puppet shows where characters come to life, crafts for the kids, weather-making experiences (prepare for some mist) and impromptu "happenings." Visit Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Best to get your tickets ahead of time at tickets.skirball.org or call 877-722-4849 to secure the entry date and time you want. Tickets online are $11.50 for general admission; $6.50 for children 2 to 12; $8.50 for seniors and students; and free for those younger than 2. Onsite tickets are about a $1 cheaper, but may be limited. For more information, visit the Skirball website. The center is located at 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd. off the 405 freeway. Take the Skirball Center Drive exit. Free parking on the premises.
• Dockweiler Beach Beach Winter Wonderland - Prepare for snow on Saturday at the Dockweiler Youth Center, 12505 Vista Del Mar. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., families can enjoy a free holiday event with activities, arts and crafts, bouncers, sand and sledding on snow. Call 310-726-4128 for more information.
• Santa Monica Wizard of Oz - The Creating Arts Company extended its run of the popular play about a Kansas girl named Dorothy and her little dog Toto. The play runs just one hour and five minutes and is recommended for children 4 years and older. The performances begin at 2 p.m. on Saturdays and 3 p.m. on Sundays. Tickets are $20 for adults and $12 for children. Purchase tickets at wizardofozsantamonica.eventbrite.com or at the theatre, the Promenade Playhouse & Conservatory, 1404 Third Street Promenade. Parking is available in nearby city parking lots and structures.
• Culver City Holiday Ice Rink - This seasonal rink will only be open until Jan. 7, so don't miss a chance to strap on some skates and make spirals like Michelle Kwan. The 50 feet by 90 feet ice rink presented by MelroseMAC is open Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. For an hour session, tickets cost $10 for general admission and $6 for children 12 and under. Rent skates for $4 or bring your own. Lockers rent for $3. You can purchase tickets online or at the ice rink ticket window. Head for 9300 Culver Blvd. Two-hour free parking is available at the Ince Parking Structure, 9099 Washington Blvd.


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HMS Astute death inquest: Day 7
The culture of heavy drinking among ratings in the Royal Navy has again come under the spotlight at the inquest into the death of an officer on board a submarine.
Lieutenant Commander Ian Molyneux was shot in the head by a naval rating who went on armed sentry duty on HMS Astute only hours after being drunk on shore leave in Southampton.
He was still well over the drink drive limit. Kerry Swain was at today's hearing.