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Dougherty District Attorney Ken Hodges is now focusing on the general election after a runaway win in the Democratic primary for Attorney General.
And if that primary was any indication, you can expect a gloves off battle between Hodges and the Republican nominee, either former Cobb County Commission Chairman Sam Olens or Preston W. Smith. They will be in a runoff.
Hodges says he will again stress his experience as a prosecutor and law enforcer, saying Georgians deserve more than a career politician who has never prosecuted criminals.
Hodges said "Somebody who takes on corruption under the gold dome. Somebody who is going to take on predatory lending. And make sure that unnecessary foreclosures aren't happening. Somebody that is going to stand up for families."
With Georgia now a Republican state, Hodges is counting on a lot of cross-over votes.
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Sandfish (Holothuria scabra) have the same general anatomy as other sea cucumbers. The gonads (ovaries or testes) lie in one tuft and open dorsally at the anterior end of the body through a single gonopore (i.e. genital orifice). The digestive system is composed of a mouth, oesophagus, stomach, intestine, cloaca and anus. Respiratory trees, which sandfish use to obtain oxygen, lie in the posterior of the body and open to the cloaca. The body wall that is processed into bêche-de-mer accounts for about 56% of total weight.
Sandfish move with the help of tube feet densely distributed on the ventral face, and through muscular action of the body wall. Sandfish feed on detritus, i.e. organic matter in the mud or sand. They appear to feed continuously using the peltate tentacles surrounding the mouth to place sediment into the mouth. Sandfish are usually observed partially buried in sediment. The daily burrowing cycle varies according to environmental conditions.
The growth rate of sandfish depends on environmental conditions and the time of year. At medium size, sandfish grow on average 0.5cm per month, corresponding to 14g per month. Under good conditions they grow to a size of 300g in one year. We still do not know how long sandfish live, but it may be around 10 years.
Sea cucumbers have tiny calcareous plates called spicules in their skin. Microscopic examination of spicules is used to distinguish species. Sandfish have many spicules in the shape of tables and knobbed buttons.Sandfish can be sexually mature at a size as small as 200g. There is no apparent relationship between fecundity (egg production) and body size.
Like other sea cucumbers, sandfish can regenerate some of their organs. After spending long periods out of water, or being affected by the use of chemicals, being handled during collection and transport, or when stressed by predators, sandfish may eviscerate their internal organs. Regeneration of internal organs occurs within 2 months. Sandfish and other tropical sea cucumbers can produce numerous toxins from their skin and viscera. These toxins inflict distress, loss of equilibrium and death in fish, but do not affect humans.
Sandfish are found in many countries in the Indo-Pacific, from east Africa to the eastern Pacific. They are usually found between the latitudes of 30°N and 30°S.
The preferred habitats of sandfish are shallow tropical waters, usually less than 20m deep, such as sheltered areas with high levels of nutrients, including muddy substrata and seagrass beds. They can tolerate reduced salinity (20 ppt) for short periods and so are sometimes found in brackish water.

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Paris to French Riviera Singles Vacation Itinerary
Vacation Day 1 - Arrive Paris, France
Upon arrival at the Paris airport (CDG) you will be shuttled to our hotel. Remember you are flying home from Nice (NCE).
Check-in and receive your Paris hop on hop off bus pass. Paris is steeped in history and packed full of world famous landmarks, A hop on hop off bus is by far the best way to see the capital. Enjoy great views from the open top deck of your bus and see the sites of Paris that you choose. The bus offers 4 different routes and it is valid for 2 consecutive days. The Paris Grand Tour will take you to all the main sights, while the other 3 routes concentrate on particular areas (Montparnasse/St Germain tour, Montmartre/Grands Bouleverds tour and Bastille/Bercy tour).
Meet and greet in the hotel lobby and walk to an optional dinner at 7:00pm.
Vacation Day 2 - Paris, France
This morning we will continue using our hop on pass and visit Sacre de Coer, the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Paris. Due to its location on the Montmartre hill, the basilica towers over the city; its highest point is even higher than the top of the Eiffel Tower. Thanks to this prominent location the Sacré-Coeur Basilica is one of the most noticeable landmarks in Paris
Next we will take the bus to the Champes de Elyses, where there will be free time for lunch and shopping. Tonight our Welcome Dinner will be in a local restaurant
Vacation Day 3 - Paris to Loire Valley
Today we have a guided tour of three of the most impressive castles in the Loire Valley.
The royal Chateau de Chambord, the largest castle in the Loire Valley was constructed as a hunting lodge by King François I in part to be near to his mistress and was never completed.
Chateau de Blois has been the residence of several French kings and also where Joan of Arc received a blessing from the Archbishop of Reims in 1429 before departing with her army to drive the English from Orléans.
Chenonceau is not only remarkable for its architecture and history but also for the fine quality of its collections: Renaissance furniture, a vast ensemble of XVI and XVII century tapestries and a great number of masterpieces. Beyond the Castle Chenonceau discover the two renowned and magnificent gardens that Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de Medici have given their names to.
We return to Paris in time to enjoy an optional dinner together.
Vacation Day 4 - Paris to Lyon
Just two hours by TGV from Paris, at the crossroads of the Rhône and the Saône Rivers is the city of Lyon. After checking into our hotel our guided walking tour of "Vieux Lyon" the old town will begin. Discover one of France's largest Renaissance neighborhoods and marvel at the Basilica of Fourvière that looms impressively over Lyon. With four main towers, a belltower and topped with a gilded statue of the Virgin Mary, the church has become a towering symbol of the city.
Later that afternoon there will be free time to ride one of the oldest active Funiculars in the world or just stroll around the traboules– passageways between old buildings, which were used as shortcuts during the silk era to link the canuts (silk weaver's) houses and the Saône River. For a glimpse into the city's Roman history, visit the Théâtre de Fourvièrem built around 15 BC.
Vacation Day 5 - Lyon to Marsielle
This morning we transfer to the train station and our less than two hour train to Marseilles. Watch the French countryside goes by as we speed towards the Mediterranean Sea. Over the last 2600 years, Marseille has built a rich, colorful atmosphere enhanced by the fresh sea air, ancient architectural foundations, incredible art and amazing food.
Our panoromic tour of Marseilles begins upon arrival. The highlight of the tour is the Notre Dame de la Garde, a 19th century basilica. It offers an exceptional view of the city, the islands of the Frioul and the castle.
The port is filled with fishing boats and yachts, and surrounded by small streets teeming with seafood restaurants and shops. The wide streets offer leisurely strolling and many terrace cafes.
After checking into our hotel we can make a "loop" of the Old Port, walking around three sides and then taking the little ferryboat across from one side to the other. Maybe grab a bite to eat in one of many seafood restaurantants.
Vacation Day 6 - Marseille - Perched Villages of the Luberon
After breakfast our full day tour begins as we drive to the heart of the Provence countryside to tour five unspoiled villages perched on the ridges of the Luberon hills. Set among the vineyards, olive groves, and cedar trees wander pass ancient ruins carved into the rocks.
Visit Oppède le Vieux, hewn into the rock and surrounded by forests and cliffs. Continue to the stone ridge-top village of Ménerbes, before breaking for lunch at one of the cafés in the sleepy square of Bonnieux.Take in the ochre-red color of Roussillon's buildings and surrounding cliffs, then head to Gordes, celebrated as one of the most beautiful villages in France. Here, traditional stone houses line the narrow streets that spiral up the hill the village is set upon.
Return to Marseille to sleep and enjoy a night stroll and have an optional dinner.
Vacation Day 7 - Nice. French Riviera
We board our train to Nice and upon arrival we transfer to our hotel and check-in.
Discover this picture-postcard city on the French Riviera on our afternoon walking tour of Nice. Nice has a thousand surprises in store ... its monuments, churches, gardens, the footpaths which link the surrounding hillside to the city center, but also its museums, its artists, its local crafts, its renowned gastronomy with its unmistakable flavors of garlic, olive oil and basil, as well as its folklore. Our guide will show us the maze of staircases and lanes, fine Baroque churches, bustling flower market and the famed Promenade des Anglais. Visit the Old Town, site of the trading center founded by the Greeks 2,700 years ago.
After our group tour, you can continue to explore the streets, beaches and markets of Nice. Walk along the famous Promenade des Anglais and enjoy the views of the Mediterranean.
Vacation Day 8 - Nice
A day at leisure for exploring, shopping or to enjoy the beach.
Vacation Day 9 - Nice - Monte Carlo, Monaco
We leave France and travel across the border into Monaco. Drive along the spectacular blue waters of the coastline lined with typical Mediterranean villages and modern marinas.
In Monaco visit the Old Town, see the Changing of the Palace Guards and drive along the Formula One Grand Prix circuit. There is time to visit the Prince's Palace, Cathedral, and Cousteau's Oceanographic Museum. Enjoy time to stroll amongst the stunning gardens, mega-yachts, and chic casinos and watch the "rich and beautiful" enjoying the good life at.
Tonight we gather for our last evening in France and enjoy our farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Vacation Day 10 - Nice - Depart Home
Say "Au Revoir" to Nice as your France singles vacation ends and you are transferred to the Nice airport for your return flight home.
France Hotels
|Paris - Mercure Paris Centre Tour Eiffel
|Lyon - Mercure La Part Dieu
|Marsielles - Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port
|Nice - Mercure Notre Dame


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Caller-Times staff writer Greg Rajan has covered the IceRays since 2003 and has written about hockey since the 1999-00 season. Follow him on Twitter @GregRajan.
Parting is such sweet sorrow
October 11, 2007 6:13 PM
Jordy Johnson and Drew Baker, we hardly knew ye. Hope you got to go to the beach while you were in Corpus. That pares the camp roster down to 23, but I wouldn't be surprised to see some a new face or two next week when ECHL rosters start getting trimmed.
--- Miroslav Kopriva is back in Austin. I heard he wasn't exactly the most lovable guy when the Bats played at the Expo. I can only imagine how he'll take to Chap Ice.
--- I guess Wildfong did learn from Muscutt. The Brahmas started training camp on Monday, but only released their roster on Thursday.
--- There's a great disturbance in the blogosphere. But I doubt you'll ever see the word "VCR" on that site.
--- Brendan Savage profiles Jason Baird's old pal Kris Mallette, who will always be a Blog favorite.
Speaking of Flint, Greg Bullock got into a little scrap --- in practice:
There were no fights for the second straight scrimmage but tempers flared a few times and Michel Beausoleil took a swing at Greg Bullock after the latter's stick clipped Beausoleil in the face.
--- Congrats to Freddy L'Ecuyer, whose name undoubtedly was the catalyst for unkind words from fans in every CHL market. That only meant he did his job well.
--- The Uni Watch is always a must-read.
--- Finally, I'd like to offer condolences to the family of Blog commenter Skate, who recently lost his battle with cancer. Skate was a UHL/IHL fan who didn't comment here often, but his contributions were always welcome. RIP.
Wasnt Greg Hewitt signed by the Brahmas? I dont see his name on the training camp roster.
According to a press release from a week ago, Hewitt retired so he could become a firefighter. They also let Cirone go to Flint of the IHL. -- GR
You got to hand it to the Bees web design team, they clearly set the bar for all the rest of the CHL teams. Abel knows his stuff and is well versed in the art of HTML.
I appreciate the mention of Jim/Skate, his parents had season tixs to the Komets since the startup of the franchise in '51, Jim attended games since his birth in '54. He grew up playing hockey, all the way through college, and loved the minor leagues for what they were, good, entertaining hockey. He sponsored the Komets' Mr Hustle award after his parents death, which will now be presented in honor of the entire Fell family. He will be missed.
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I'll always remember Fred L'Ecuyer for calling three straight penalties on the Bats -- feather-legged calls, at that -- which resulted in three first period PPGs in the first round of the playoffs against Macker's Scorps years ago. I think that was the first time we ever played at Chap Ice, too, it was during the ((expletive deleted)) rodeo.
He was persona non grata here for a long time after that. But it wasn't completely deserved....Jeff Buch once told me that we had won something like 80% of the Bats games that Freddy reffed.
I'm glad to see him make it to the Big Time.
And yeah, Miro is back. Miro apparently didn't want to be here the first go-round...and I understand that...maybe after sightseeing in Beaumont he'll feel better about playing in Austin. Certainly he was well-received by the fans. When he arrived here the first time, he turned around a dismal season-in- progress almost single-handedly. He and Beaudry could be a very formidable goaltending duo this season.
I was at that Austin game that Freddie reffed, and the calls were warranted. He could have called more. The Bats were completely undisciplined that night (especially Legault) and could have spent the whole night in the box. They played the same way the next night and Cruickshank refused to call anything. The Scorps got flustered and took bad retaliatory penalties that did them in in Game 2.
I'll admit I hated Freddie for most of that first season he was in the CHL. We had him nearly every night (or so it seemed) in the first half of the season and I could swear he got worse every time we saw him. I even told him so on one occasion. Then we didn't see him for a stretch in the second half and he apparently found his game somewhere. I thought his performance in that playoff game was outstanding (of course, I am a little biased). He called it a little tight, but he was extremely consistent. And that was what I found him to be for most of the next 2 years I watched him in the CHL. Above and beyond that, he's also a really good guy and genuinely wants to do the best job he can. He's willing to listen and learn. You can't ask for more than that. Good job and congrats, Freddie. Way to go!


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Published on Monday, December 31st, 2012 at 6:00 a.m.
Our No. 1 readers' favorite fact check developed after an Austin American-Statesman reporter, Kate Alexander, heard a rousing East Texas speech by Craig James, the onetime sportscaster then seeking the Republican U.S. Senate nomination.
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Except: We found no evidence of Obama or Clinton indicating they wanted the UN conference on an arms trade treaty, which occurred in July 2012, to ban the use of firearms. An Obama administration underling gave a speech saying the government would not back a treaty infringing on the Second Amendment.
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Now that the first two preseason games are out of the way the real fun is about to begin. The fans did not really have much to be excited about with the Raiders offense so far this offseason, but that's not something that needs to be worried about just yet.
The injuries to the WR core is far more worrisome than the lack of production. The Raiders need to know that they can rely on their weapons to actually be on the field this year and so far this preseason they have not gotten much reassurance of that from these wide receivers.
We are moving into the time where the Raiders have begun practicing some game planning so I expect to get a better performance out of this offense.
It's a good thing the Raiders will now go against such a good, up and coming defense in the Detroit Lions. The Lions want to disrupt the offense any way they can and that should provide a very real regular season environment for the Raiders' offense.
The defense is going to have their hands full with "Megatron" Calvin Johnson giving the Raiders secondary the scariest weapon in the game to go against. This is a very good preseason opponent which will offer a far better example of what to expect out of the Raiders this season.
Carson Palmer really needs to make better decisions in this game than he has made thus far this preseason. I realize a couple of his bad throws were from just trying to put it out there and see what happens since its preseason, but the fact of the matter is he is not giving the Raider fans much to be excited about. His biggest problem has always been throwing INTs and so far this preseason his aggravating throws have only strengthened his critics views that he will not be able to be successful.
Palmer's lack of production has even started a small QB controversy in some fans' minds (although likely not the minds of the coaches). After the past decade in Oakland if there is one thing that would be nice to finally have, it would be to not have any type of QB controversy. I am sick to death of debating who should be or shouldn't be the signal caller and an impressive game from Carson could put out that budding flame.
As for the people to whom Carson is throwing the ball; it would be good to see someone other than Rod Streater make some plays. Don't get me wrong, I love a good underdog story and Streater has certainly provided that, but for a crew that has as many weapons as the Raiders have, there needs to be more than one noticeable playmaker out there.
Darrius Heyward-Bey specifically needs to show up in this game. Despite the vanilla offense the Raiders have used so far this preseason, I expected to see some more action from DHB. Two catches is just not going to cut it. There will always be people calling for Hey-Bey's head and he is doing nothing to silence those critics right now. With more game planning being involved in the 3rd preseason game I expect to see DHB match and exceed his stats from the previous 2 games. If not, the French revolution "Off With His Head" chants will start to get louder.
Another receiver that needs a solid performance in this game is Juron Criner. He had a great catch that led to a score in the previous game where he played an under thrown ball perfectly for a 26 yard gain. I would be good to see him expand on catch in this game. I believe he is ready to show the coaching staff that he needs to be involved heavily in the offensive game planning this season.
To get the coaches' attention, Criner must show up big in this 3rd preseason game. If he can come out against the Lions and make some nice plays he will have dramatically increased his chances of being on the field consistently in the regular season. I really want to see him show up in a game the way he was showing up in training camp and he really hasn't done that yet. Well, here is that chance Juron, show us that you can dominate. You know Megatron on the other side of the field is going to show up in a big way, so show them you can too.
As for the defense, it would be great to continue the absolutely dominating performance by the defensive line. They completely man handled the Cowboys and Cardinals but Detroit's offensive line is better than both of those teams. If they can get in the backfield and in Matthew Stafford's face the way they did against Arizona, I will officially be PUMPED for what they can do in the regular season. This team needs to win the trenches on both sides, but especially the defensive side as well as provide some pass rush to take pressure off the secondary. All indications are that they will continue their dominance they have shown thus far and I look forward to seeing the quarterback go down and go down hard.
The most important aspect of this game though might just be the secondary. The starters need to come forward in this game. Ron Bartell and Shawntae Spencer have the leg up in the competition and they can solidify it with a good performance in this game. The Lions have some serious weapons in the passing game and are going to give the Raiders all they can handle. Whoever shows up in this game will prove they deserve to start.
A very interesting matchup will be that of DeMarcus Van Dyke against Titus Young. Young is a very quick and shifty route runner which is exactly what DVD has struggled against. DVD has done nothing to impress in the games of this preseason as of yet.
Van Dyke has shown the ability to stay with even the best receivers but that means nothing if you cant make a play on the ball. I am hoping to see improvement in that area in this game and for DVD to get back in the race to be a starter. Extremely optimistic I know, but I have seen some things that I really like about DVD's coverage. Unfortunately those things have been completely overshadowed by his glaring inability to play the ball in the air.
This game is the time to see some serious improvement by the Raiders offense and the chance to solidify some position battles on defense. They need to show more of a finely tuned finished product in this game to give the fans more to cheer about. No more throwing balls up for grabs because it is preseason. We need to see what Carson will do in a real game and hopefully that will mean smarter throws and NO turnovers.
All in all this team needs a lot of improvement and hopefully we will see a noticeable difference between this game and the other two subpar preseason games we have witnessed. The season is coming up quick and they need to be more prepated to compete than what we have seen so far. If we do not see that improvement you can expect to see a lot more pessimism in our comments section here on Silver and Black Pride.


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A Holiday TailSo here's the deal. My name is Kirby and I am the main dog in the Manic Motherhood household (sure there's another dog, but she's not what you might call intelligent). Anyway, from time to time, I hijack the female human's blog. I'm helping her, really. Look, wouldn't you try to help out? The woman
User post: Holiday Photos, the Good, the Bad, the FakedIt is officially the holiday season (and when I say "official" I actually mean that it's December, rather than July which is when all the stores would like you to think the holiday season begins). Anyway, besides the fact that it is December, I know that it is officially the holiday season because I
Parenting Guru: It's the Thought that CountsIt's the most wonderful time of the year…unless you are a stressed-out parent searching for this year's must-have holiday toy. Oh, don't deny it. We've all been that mom. The mom who frantically searches stores and stands in queues at 4 AM and does internet searches for that one, hot, perfect toy
User post: Rescued by the Yard DutyAs I walked through the campus of the local elementary school the other day, I was mistaken for a hero. Or heroine. Or perhaps a rule enforcer. Well, I was mistaken for someone else, let's put it that way.
The Fine Art of Turkey SelectionThanksgiving is approaching and, as usual, I am hosting family and friends. I've done this for a few years and honestly? After all this time you'd think I'd be better at it, right? Sadly, no. I still can't cook and I really still can't make a turkey.
Parenting Guru: Thank you, boobs[Editor's note: This month, Shine Parenting Gurus were asked to write about a moment over the last year that they are genuinely thankful for, whether that was a good time with their family, or a more difficult experience that made reflect upon their lives in a new way.]
Parenting Fails, According to a TeenagerNow that my son is a fully-fledged teenager in high school and everything, he's starting to be annoyed by me. I don't understand why. I mean, I was once a teen myself, and I'm sure I'm a lot less annoying than my mom ever was. Of course, Junior doesn't believe me. If you ask him, I was born an adult
User post: How to awaken a teenagerWhen you first become a parent, nobody tells you that the tiny, cute, little baby in your arms will someday grow up to be a teenager. Oh sure, we all expect it to happen, but seriously, are any of us fully prepared for the teen years?
Why yes, I am covered in poop. And here's why."Some days you are the statue, some days you are the pigeon."
Parenting Guru: One Hot Family TraditionEvery family has traditions-whether it's Friday night pizza or helping at a soup kitchen, we all have something we love to do with our families.
Teenage Wasteland? Or Just the Fridge?Now that Junior is a teenager I have discovered that teen boys do one thing really, really well.
How I Spent my Summer VacationSummer is almost over-so I spent some time today tallying up my summer of 2010.
Vacations with Grandma or How I Drove Myself CrazyHave you ever done something you know will be long, torturous and yet fun all at the same time? I have. I vacationed with my mother. I should have been warned when my Dad and husband suddenly had to "work" and couldn't possibly get away for a week with us. At the time, I figured they just wanted a v
Teen Room or Hazardous Waste Site?If you have a teenager, you know love. Seriously, as the mom of a teen, I love the smart mouth, the stink, and the fact that he's now taller than me and thinks that makes him in charge. But what I really love is that my house can now be declared an official hazardous waste site.
Hurray for Sparklers!When I was a kid, the 4th of July was all about the sparklers. I didn't care about the hot dogs, the homemade fried chicken or even the potato salad. I didn't care about the huge block party we had every year. I didn't even care about decorating my bike for our parade-even though I was positive that
Happy Graduation, kiddo."Life is what happens when you're busy making other plans."
Parenting for dummies (or just for me)Recently, someone asked me for advice on raising kids. She did this with a straight face. I mean, anyone who knows Junior will understand that I am not one to give guidance on this subject. But, for what it's worth, here is my repertoire of child-rearing advice. Please note this is humor. If you don
Hello? Why am I Repeating Myself? Why am I Repeating Myself? Hello?The other day I realized that I repeat everything I say. Everything. And I usually repeat it about fifty times before I realize that I'm saying the same thing over and over and over again.
California Teens Sent Home for Wearing US Flag ShirtsAuthor's Note: Most of you know me as Manic Motherhood, author of a humor blog. But one of the hats I wear is as a journalist for the Examiner.com. This article stems from an incident in the tiny town a few minutes from my own tiny town. I'm reprinting it here to see what all you feel about it. I wi
Momisms: Did Your Mom Say This too?When I was growing up, my mom had a stock of phrases she would yell at us. My sisters and I thought they were unique-but we came to realize that they weren't, mainly because we compared notes with our friends and they were hearing the same "momisms."
What Mother's Day Means to MeSince I've become a mother, I've realized the importance of Mother's Day. I mean, I always did something nice for my Mom before, but I never fully understood what a wonderful invention Mother's Day is.
Warning: Teenager AheadAuthor's Note: This is humor. I love my son. I complain about my son. He's awesome and wonderful, but when you live with a teen, it's best to blow off steam when the teen isn't around.
Lessons from a kid: How to be a tightwadMy son is a tightwad.
Things I've Learned From MotherhoodI have my mother and my grandmother to thank for making me a mom. I know that sounds impossible-but if it weren't for their love and guidance, I'd be a sniveling mess of a mother with a child running wild in the streets. That's because my mom and my grandmother have always been there for me. They've
User post: The horrors of teen shavingThe other day, my 14-year old son asked me if he should shave the tiny, blond mustache that is barely visible on his upper lip. I said no. Actually, I yelled it. Now, I know that seems like an extreme reaction. But you have to understand that we have had bad shaving experiences in my house.Take the
The Mom OlympicsI've dreamt of Olympic glory since I was a kid. In my dreams, I stand on the podium, accept my gold medal proudly and place my hand over my heart while the national anthem plays. Now, in my dream I never actually perform any athletic feats of brilliance to earn the medal. This is probably because I
If it's January it Must be Mom's Swimsuit SeasonSomething happens in January that I hate with a passion. Oh, it's not the whole "new year, new calendar" thing. Although, if you must know, I did forget to get a calendar until two weeks ago. Do you know what was left in the calendar section? Yes, "12 Months of Cats" or-and I'm not joking here-"Porn
What is the Deal with Kids and Elevators?Have you ever noticed how obsessed kids are about elevators? Seriously. There isn't a child on the planet who can walk into a building, see the elevator and NOT ask to ride in it. It's like a Disneyland E-ticket ride, only without Mickey ears or an entrance fee.
Year in review...from the brain of a busy momDespite the fact that I cannot usually remember what happened on last week's episode of "Real Housewives," I have worked my tuschy off to compile an exhaustive list of the most important happenings in 2009. Don't thank me. It's a public service. Really.
Cutting Down The Christmas TreeMy family has survived a holiday tradition. We have cut down our Christmas tree.
How Not to Write a Holiday NewsletterDear Friends and Family,
'Twas the Night Before ThanksgivingWith apologies to the original and to its author (either Clement C. Moore or Henry Livingston, Jr., the authorship is apparently disputed) I present "'Twas the Night Before Thanksgiving," as seen through the eyes of my son.
Just Another New Moon"Three things cannot be hidden: the sun, the moon and the truth." Hindu Prince Gautama Siddharta, the founder of Buddhism
Spring forward? Fall back? Does anyone know?I hate Daylight Saving Time. Okay, I do love summer nights when it doesn't get dark until late. But I swear, a raving lunatic invented this time change stuff. Who else would think it was convenient to change the time by an hour every six months? I mean, please. Find a time you like and stick to it.
Halloween Candy: Trick or Treat?You know from time to time I get to use this blog to perform a great public service. Okay, maybe not a great public service, but a public service nonetheless. And what, you may ask is this public service I'm about to perform?
Catalog Kids: Aliens in Your MailboxA strange thing happened to me the other day. I opened my mailbox and discovered that aliens had taken over. Trust me, they're in your mailbox too. In fact, you've probably already brought the aliens into your home-and you may have already recycled them.
Sports Parents: The Good, the Bad and the UglyEvery fall, children across the planet do one thing: try out for sports teams. And once those kids make the team, ordinary parents, the kind that help with homework, kiss boo-boos, give advice to the lovelorn and in general are pretty nice people, morph into that dreaded creature known to coaches ar
Keeping Love Alive (um, Yeah, Sort of)So my wedding anniversary is coming up and that always makes me reflect on our marriage. I take an afternoon and think about what we've done in the previous year to keep the romance alive and what we should do in the coming year to preserve the beauty of our love forever. And then I create a handmad
Manic Motherhood: Got Germs?I was once a healthy adult. Oh, sure, once in a great while I'd get a cold or the flu. But back in the day, it was rare for me to be under the weather. So rare, in fact, that I usually had to feign illness just to use up my sick days.
Manic Motherhood: Where are all the #$%^ sweatshirts?I don't know about you, but I have sweatshirt issues. Specifically, I have a child who owns several sweatshirts-all of which have disappeared. Now I ask you-where the heck are they? Are they on vacation? Is there a special "sweatshirt-only" resort in the South Pacific where all the little sweatshirt
Manic Motherhood: Um, Where do Babies Come From?As a mom, I spend a lot of time answering questions on everything from "boogers are green-why don't they count as a veggie" to "where do babies come from?" And frankly, I prefer to answer questions about boogers.
Manic Motherhood: Who Turned me Into the Laundry Fairy?I hate laundry. It never ends. Even if a miracle occurred and I finished all the laundry in the house, someone would walk in covered with mud and grass stains, strip off their clothes and toss them in the hamper, thereby creating a new load of laundry to do.
Manic Motherhood: The Mouse, The Mojito and MeI'm not a big fan of critters. Oh, I get along well with the domesticated ones-you know, the husband, the kid and the dog. But I'm not good with anything wild like animals that live in the great outdoors for the express purpose of terrorizing me. In fact, saying I don't get along with them is kind o
Manic Motherhood: If it's Labor Day, You Must be Camping...Or CrazyLabor Day is nearly here and you know what that means. Yes, we must stop wearing white shoes-although to be honest I've been never stopped. Does anyone really stop wearing white shoes just because of an arbitrary date on a calendar? That aside, to me, what Labor Day really means is that summer is ne
Manic Motherhood: Listening to the Voices in My HeadI'm just doing what the voices in my head tell me to do…
Manic Motherhood: How I Spent My Summer VacationI don't know about you, but for me this is the last week before school starts. And I swear to you, it should be illegal to be this happy. And because I am so very, very happy, I decided this blog entry should be that terrific school standby, "how I spent my summer vacation." We took a trip to Texas
Manic Motherhood: Family Vacations are not for the Faint of HeartAbout once a year, hubby and I like to do this thing we call "the family vacation." I don't know if you've ever taken a family vacation, but trust me when I say that if there's family involved, it isn't really a vacation.
Manic Motherhood: Warning: Exercising with Teen is Hazardous to Your HealthThis summer I decided to do some monumentally stupid. I joined a gym with my son, Junior. Now, I really thought this would be a good thing. After all Junior has wanted to join a gym for a year or so. And frankly, my butt is the size of a small naval vessel so I probably could use a workout or two. O
Manic Motherhood: My Name is Laurie and I'm Addicted to FacebookDear Friends and Family,
Manic Motherhood:Air Conditioning is Your FriendDuring summer, my family has an exciting and challenging game we play. This game is called "Keeping the House Cool During a Heat Wave While Not Using the Air Conditioner." I hate this game with a passion equaled only by my love for shoes.
Manic Motherhood: How to Speak "Dad"You know, when I was growing up, we had momisms-sayings my mom yelled at us over and over. Of course, Dad was an equal partner in the parenting, so we had dadisms yelled at us as well. So for Father's Day, I put together a list of my Dad's Greatest Hits and my rebuttals. Because you know, I'm an adu
Manic Motherhood: Communication 101Recently a study from Northwestern University revealed that girls have a built-in neurological advantage over boys in that girls have better use of language. I swear, the people conducting the research had to have been a bunch of men raised on a deserted island who have never, ever talked to a femal
Manic Motherhood: Summer Camp for Real KidsIt's nearly summer. And moms all over the country are running around trying to do one thing-put their children in summer camp. Now, they have summer camps for practically everything. There are science camps, rocket camps, sports camps, horse camps, Barbie hair styling camps-the list could go on fore
Manic Motherhood: Revenge of the Porta-PottiesI'm going to tell you all right now that I don't do construction. And by that I mean, I don't like doing it, I don't like being around when it's done and frankly, just thinking about construction pretty much turns me into a big, old cranky-pants. I think it's because I really, really hate change.
Manic Motherhood - My Parents Went to Texas and All I Got Was...I'll preface this by saying I love my parents. Unfortunately, Mom and Dad recently retired and apparently, they left behind their brains and common sense to travel the country in their RV. Their plan was to spend the rest of their lives exploring the country. In the summers, the grandkids would join
Manic Motherhood: OMG, Kids Can Talk 2 Each Other W/O Texting? No way!Recently, residents of my small California town suffered a crisis of major proportions. Some idiots cut the fiber optic cable thingies that provide us with the essentials for human life. Yeah, the cable was out. And so were the phones. Even cell phones had no service. And the Internet? Well, it was
Manic Motherhood: Motherly Advice We Can All Use...MaybeRecently, my mom moved to another state. Now, I don't think it was because of my sisters and I, but honestly, it's difficult to tell. But this Mother's Day will be the first where I don't sit with mom, have brunch and make nice with my sisters. So, in honor of my mom here's some advice from her that
Manic Motherhood: Diary of a Spring Break Gone WildFrom the journal of Manic Motherhood:
Manic Motherhood: The Man Who Cleaned Too MuchA German woman has divorced her husband because she was sick and tired of him cleaning all the time. Now I ask you-what the heck is wrong with that woman? Is she insane? Who does that? Does she even know what I would give to have anyone-man, woman, child, alien creature from Mars-come and clean my h
Manic Motherhood: The Taxman Cometh...And Parenthood Needs More DeductionsAnother April 15 is here-and I still don't understand taxes. Oh, I get the part about contributing to the running of our government-but there are so many rules. At last count, there's like 40 billion rules about taxes. Okay, maybe that's an exaggeration-but not by much. And I don't think anyone-aliv
Manic Motherhood: Rites of Spring, or Why Does My Fat Migrate?Some days it just doesn't pay to get out of bed. You know those days-everyone has them. No matter what you do, the day is doomed to stink. Unfortunately, science has been unable to find a cause for those days; they're just a mystery.
Manic Motherhood: Spring has Sprung...the Science Fair is OverSpring has sprung, the grass has riz, I wonder where Junior's science fair project is.
Manic Motherhood: What's Up With the Brobag, Dude?After several years of living and breathing on this planet, I have discovered something momentous. Men are afraid of purses. I mean truly, deeply, horrifyingly afraid. In fact, I have a theory that men are more afraid of purses than they are of man-eating lions. Or getting bit by a cobra. Or of bein
Manic Motherhood: Dog training for a real dummyA few weeks ago, we decided that sadly, we had failed in training our dog. And by "we," I mean me. Of course there is a silver lining to this-while Kirby may not be trained, she's actually done a fantastic job of training me.
User post: Chris Brown is NOT a Role ModelSo all over the middle school my son attends is the whole Chris Brown beat down on Rihanna. Allegedly, Brown beat the holy crap out of his girlfriend, choked her until she nearly passed out, threatened her and then abandoned her when she pretended to call an assistant.


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School system is Top County United Way Donor for 2009
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) employees are the top 2009 Campaign donors to the United Way of Charles County. School system employees have pledged $95,639 to the 2009 United Way campaign, up more than $5,000 from $90,092 in 2009. CCPS continues to be the largest contributor in the county.
Dorothy L. Harper, president and CEO of the local United Way, said, "We rely on school system employees as a major part of our campaign. We especially appreciate their generosity this year when the campaign overall is down. For the school system to go over and beyond last year's contribution is very much appreciated."
Contributions to United Way support a number of Charles County agencies, many of which are child oriented and assist special populations. This past year, Harper said, the United Way has provided additional support to agencies that deal with food, shelter and other daily living necessities. The food bank is an example of an agency that received additional United Way support last year. "People are coming to our agencies that have never had to ask for help before," Harper said.
"Once again, school system employees have come through to show their support for our community and to help those in need. Our philosophy is to give back to our community, and I am proud to work with a group of people who give back with both their time and financial resources to make Charles County a better place to live," Superintendent James E. Richmond said.
"The most important thing is Superintendent Richmond's support, both personally and through his voice with the school system. Charles County Public Schools support to the United Way is unique. You don't see this level of help in other places," Harper said.
Charles County Public Schools provides employees opportunities for payroll deduction and direct donations to the local United Way.
The United Way of Charles County is an independent, locally controlled fundraising organization, one of approximately 1,400 nationwide. It was incorporated in 1983 by a group of Charles County citizens who wanted to consolidate the many worthwhile charitable agencies in the county.
The United Way campaign begins Sept. 1 and runs through the end of the year. However, Harper said, "We will take donations anytime someone wants to give them."
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A lot of people have been asking for a new Wayne Blackshear wallpaper (the only one before was from his high school days), but I hadn't been able to find a picture of him to sue since his return. Today Hell In The Hall photography Matt Wickham provided that picture.
Wayne is obviously still adjusting, but he shows glimpses of what he can and will do. I think in the next couple of games we will start to see Blackshear play his game and show why he was such a highly touted recruit. Thanks for looking.


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After my daughter took me for two glorius days to Venice, we were ready to go to Madonna and were extremely exited to get there. Firstly the train trip up there was very scenic, but we took the long way of getting there, but in hindsight probably the best way. Our hotelier in Venice phoned Rio False and they suggested that we take the train to Male where they would collect us. The train trip took us the following route:- Venice – Padova – Vicenza – Verona. Here we had to get off and catch the regional train going the following route:- Verona – Dolce – Caprino Veronesa- Peri-Avo-brentonico-Mori-Roverto-Trento-Lavio-Mezzo. Here we had to get off again, go to the tobacco shop and buy tickets for another regional train that would take us up into the mountains area. We had to cross the street as the other railway line was running from there. This time the train took us through Dermut – Cleo – Male. From Male we took a taxi to Rio False which cost us Euro 45. Rio False is approx 5 km from Madonna di Campiglio and being out of season no-one could speak any English. The barman could speak French and the bookkeeper could speak German, so by communication with them we were able to get the info that we needed.


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In his first solo effort, the bass player for hard rock band Guns N'Roses has really outdone himself. Hoping to gain recognition for his work, Duff McKagan has put out a serious, somewhat personal, but nevertheless rockin' album. With the help of his friends: fellow G N'R buddies Dizzy Reed, Gilby Clarke, Matt Sorum and Slash, as well as Skid Row's Sebastian Bach, Rob Affuso and Dave "Snake" Sabo, Lenny Kravitz, guitar legend Jeff Beck of the Yardbirds, Doc Newmann, and long-time friend Joie Mastrokalos, McKagan's album is bursting at the seams with extraordinary talent.
The songs contained in "Believe in Me" all have lyrics that come from Duff's heart: stories of personal struggles that tell of the different emotions he has felt through the years. The title song is self-explanatory, basically illustrating the fact that he has gone through a lot in his life and would like to be taken seriously. Numerous other songs are about love: love lost, being hurt, and the search for that one "right" woman. In "Man in the Meadow," McKagan pays tribute to a deceased close friend of his Todd Crew. The powerful lyrics describe pain and even slight confusion, which are understandable when dealing with the loss of a loved one: "You had your start, you made your mark, and then you turn around and leave us in the dark: "
I think at times Duff McKagan's talents have been underestimated, and this album definitely makes up for that, as he takes control of lead vocals, guitar, drums and piano on various songs. The old saying holds true: "Give credit where credit is due," and I would like to be the first to applaud him. .
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The credit union also offers some competitive long-term CDs and IRA CDs especially for balances of at least $10,000.
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Students from across Vermont competed for thousands of dollars in scholarships by cooking in Montpelier Friday.
It was the fifth annual Vermont Culinary Classic hosted by the New England Culinary Institute. High school kids students technical schools across the state battled it out in a four-course competition. The top three finalists receive $5,000 to attend NECI or they can apply some of that money toward another school program.
"In the last 10 years, the trend of competition, the trend of 'Iron Chef'-style, the trend of ingredients, has really gone up a level. So, to see students produce dishes like you'll see (in this competition) is really amazing," said Joey Buttendorf of NECI.
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When You're Steven Spielberg, This is How People Celebrate Your Birthday
Ever had the pressure of needing to get a really sweet birthday present for a friend? What if that friend was Steven Spielberg? What do you get a guy who is one of the biggest directors in Hollywood? For his 40th birthday in 1987, John Candy and Dan Aykroyd — with appearances by Robert Zemeckis, Frank Marshall, George Lucas, Robin Williams, Michael Jackson, and many more — teamed up for a clever homage to Citizen Kane chronicling Spielberg's life and career, and his "Amblin Empire." The title? Citizen Steve. Check it out below.
Thanks to FILMdetail and Cinephilia and Beyond for this one:
Clearly this took a lot of time and effort, and it's obvious how much people care about the guy. As FILMdetail mentions, it's amazing that things like this can find their way online, but it's great when they do!
What film-related projects have you undertaken just for special occasions?
Link: Citizen Steve — FILMdetail
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jaybird on 06.19.13 @ 7:47PM
Whoa, Steve was definitely NOT a Gerber baby… (Max sure was though)
MattN. on 06.20.13 @ 9:06AM
Great inside joke by Zemeckis and Gale: "We'll leave the title to Sid, he's good with titles." Sid Sheinberg had suggested "Spaceman from Pluto" as the title for "Back to the Future" to all of the makers horror. :D
Joe Marine on 06.20.13 @ 12:54PM
That's great! I didn't catch that.
Aaron on 06.20.13 @ 3:10PM
I'm a part of a film group call Movie Camera Militia based out of Southern Illinois University. I immediately thought of a similar gag video we did after our red carpet premiere this spring. It's mostly inside jokes but was a nice surprise to the audience and a sweet send off to our graduating seniors.
Making this video was so challenging and fun. We had to get actors from each of our films all together at the last minute. They were there to parody their characters. Having to create a video with 5 different directors and keep it all a secret was a unique challenge but It was super fun and entirely worth it.
Making a video is a great gift !
When my family spent Christmas for the first time without my sister, we dug up what used to be her favorite stuffed monkey and made this no-budget video :
On another note, when my friend Jérôme got married, I shot a fake news report about how he was a star for the people of Madagascar. (It's in French)
The video was a hit at the wedding.
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Well, at least on the day she hosts, we know who'll probably be playing most of the black women characters written into any skits during that episode.
Via press release from NBC, on November 2, Kerry Washington will make her Saturday Night Live hosting debut. That's right, it'll be the very first time she's ever hosted the late-night variety series, likely due to a surge in her popularity thanks to the hit show she stars in, Scandal, which she was nominated for an Emmy Award this year.
Eminem will return for his sixth appearance as musical guest, with his new album, The Marshall Mathers LP 2, set for release on November 5.
Has SNL ever spoofed Scandal? I'm not a regular viewer of the comedy show, but I'd assume that, with Scandal's growing popularity over the last year especially, it would be on Lorne Michaels' short list of TV shows to spoof on SNL.
If it has been, who played Kerry Washington's character?
Akimbo | October 16, 2013 2:29 PM
They definitely have not spoofed Scandal, or likely any Shonda Rhimes show; too diverse for the SNL players.
FactChecker | October 16, 2013 1:06 PM
No black woman has EVER hosted SNL and, certainly, the popularity of the show is the only reason she's been asked to now. The few women who have been asked to host, in the past, are heavyweights in Hollywood. It's interesting how this comes on the heals of Kenan Thompson's TV Guide interview. Seems like a very calculated, shrewd move on Lorne Michaels' part. ... Since SNL has become such a lame show in the past 20, 25 years it doesn't mean anything, one way or another, for Kerry's career.
She was recently a guest on "the Jon Stewart show," which is far more flattering, in comedy circles today, than being on SNL. I'm sure there will be an uptick in their ratings that week based on the curiosity factor.
Amari | October 16, 2013 12:28 PM
Hopefully Peeples wasn't a clear indicator of how funny she can be. She makes for one hell of a dramatic actress, but comedy I think escapes her talents. Though hopefully I am mistaken.
Mimiluv | October 16, 2013 11:23 AM
I am very annoyed with Lorne Michaels and the lack of diversity in the snl cast. How many black women have ever hosted this show? Most of their skits aside from news update are super lame and unfunny but good for kerry I guess :-/.
Regretful SNL Fan | October 16, 2013 11:21 AM
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The new Akin Gump lawyers are Thomas Dupuis, Lloyd MacNeil, Adam Umanoff and Edward Zaelke, the firm announced today in a press release. Zaelke, who formerly served as managing partner of Chadbourne's office in Los Angeles, and Umanoff will head the firm's project finance practice group.
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Stanford is starting their 2013 season by hosting No. 10 ranked Michigan.
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Washington University is going to be keeping an eye on how Monmouth does in their first few years at the varsity level.
Danielle Robinson elected to transfer to Michigan from Maryland to continue to play at the Division I level.
This past August Michigan hired alum, and 2012 Olympic gold medalist, Betsey Armstrong to the staff.
In mid-November, current club coach Tony Marino discussed the move with The Courier, about the move to the varsity level for the 2013 men's season.
According to a source, Monmouth is expected to let the world know that their men's club water polo team will be making the jump to the varsity level.
Michigan starting goalie, and team captain, Alex Adamson talks about how the team has been doing during part-time training in the fall semester.
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The all-conference teams from the CWPA's South and North division have been announced.
St. Francis' Marko Gencic was named the CWPA Eastern tournament MVP.
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Mercyhurst, Princeton, Bucknell and St. Francis moved onto the CWPA Eastern championship semifinals.
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Monmouth College has announced that their men's program will become a varsity program for the 2013 men's season.
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Shelby County Schools board members agreed Tuesday evening to suspend its superintendent search for one year as recommended by the search firm it used.
Interim superintendent Dorsey Hopson also agreed to stay on as interim superintendent of SCS as well as maintaining his duties as interim superintendent for Memphis City Schools.
There is no timeline when the superintendent search will start up again. The school board will likely reinitiate it in about six months.
MORE: 11 Memphis-area schools recommended for closure
Board members had asked to wait until after schools merger to seek a superintendent and let John Aitken guide the transition.
Aitken requested the buyout of his superintendent contract in March, and the board approved. Aitken said in March the decision to remove himself as district superintendent was a personal and family decision.
The Unified Schools board selected Illinois-based PROACT Search in January to help the merged system find and screen a superintendent.
PROACT was retained for $23,000, not including travel expenses, to conduct the superintendent search.
The national search was to have taken approximately five months.
PROACT recommended to halt the superintendent search until the start of the 2013-14 school year, saying it was a challenge to find the right type of candidate to become the new merged superintendent. In a brief to the SCS board, PROACT brought up several factors, including the size of the district, the make-up of the merged school board, and salary range.
After voting to suspend the superintendent search for the Unified district, the school board also voted to move forward with closing 16 Memphis City and Shelby County schools.
In addition to the original 15, the board also added Gordon Elementary School to the list. It does not mean the schools will close at the end of the 2012-13 school year, nor does it mean they will absolutely close.
Tuesday night's vote simply starts the process.
Next fall the school board will hold community meetings regarding each school on the list. After the meetings, the board will vote again. If a school is approved for closure it would not happen until 2014 at the earliest.
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