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(11/08/12) - Saginaw and Flint are two of the most violent cities in America. That's leading to gangs, violence and drugs.
That's why Brian Pruitt started the organization 'Power of Dad', a Mid-Michigan program that's turning fatherless boys into men.
These 25 men have something in common. They have to bare the responsibilities of manhood without their fathers in their lives.
Fifteen-year-old Dejan Hoosier is a sophomore at Saginaw High. He says sports and school are keeping his mind off of not having his dad around. He was 11 when his father went to prison. Not having him in his life hurts.
"I was so used to having my dad. Then when he left, I was like, 'I don't know what to do.' He gone, then he's going to be in prison for the next 30 years," he said.
Dejan relies on his mother to play two roles at home.
"I'm her only child, so she help me through it a lot. Now she's playing mom and dad. She really helps me though," he said.
Brian Pruitt knows what it's like to grow up without a male role model.
"I was a young man who cried himself to sleep at night and asked the question, 'Where's my dad?" he said.
That's why he started an organization in Saginaw for men who are 13 to 18 years old. Every nine months, 25 males are chosen to be a part of 'Power of Dad'. They learn skills that only a man can teach them.
"We teach them 22 life skills that their fathers were never able to teach them. At the end of the nine months, we have a graduation, write a passage, and that's the moment where we say, you've been with us nine months, now you're a man," Pruitt said.
On Monday nights, they have open gym. They're not always on the basketball court. At half time, Pruitt brings in a speaker from the community.
Chris Jackson traveled from Greensboro North Carolina to hold a two day seminar in his hometown of Saginaw. When he read about all of the violence going on here locally, he knew he had to do something about it fast.
"I want to be that person that stands in the gap, and you say Chris, and you tell me what your dad didn't do and I want to apologize for your father to start to make it right." he said. "I want to talk to them about their fathers not being in their lives and how forgiving their fathers, how that will start their process of healing, even in this program of 'Power of Dad,'" Jackson said.
He ends his message by tying a string around every man's waist to symbolize an umbilical cord. Jackson challenges them to say out loud what they want to forgive their fathers for. Then he cuts the string.
"What this is going to do is it's going to release you and allow you to grow up as an individual because what's happening is with this unforgiveness that you're walking around with. Your dad is still feeding you this negative vibe," Jackson said.
It's hard for some of these men to look Jackson in the eye because forgiving their father's isn't so easy.
"Even though it is kind of hard growing up without a dad, you're going to have to learn to forgive him. He wasn't really a bad dad. He just left, he wasn't in my life to teach me things that I needed to help me grow up," Hoosier said.
"I forgive him for being out of my life since I was a baby because when I was born, he was already in prison and he got out when I was 14 and he's been in and out of my life," said Christopher Barnes.
At the end of the two-day seminar, very young man walks away with a certificate.
"This certificate is saying this is the night that I forgave my father,"
Jackson says it's a reminder of the commitment they're making to be better men than their fathers. The men will graduate from the program next year.
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News: Taylor Swift May Blast Kanye West On "SNL," "I've Been Thinking About Skit Ideas"
Thursday, Oct 15, 2009 5:55PM
Country singer Taylor Swift has hinted at plans to poke fun at her recent run-in with Kanye West when she hosts "Saturday Night Live" next month.
While she has not yet confirmed whether a Yeezy skit would make the final cut, the singer suggested that she would place focus on some "hilarious" incidents she has encountered as of late.
Taylor Swift is hosting "Saturday Night Live" Nov. 7 -- two months after the rapper brazenly interrupted her at the MTV Video Music Awards, claiming that Beyonce deserved to win best female video. "I've been thinking about skit ideas for a long time," Swift, 19, says of her SNL stint. "There are definitely some hilarious things that have happened to me over the past couple of months that I think will be pretty substantial skits...I've been such a fan for a long time, but I've gone back and re-watched everything over the past couple of months and digital shorts would be so much fun to do, because they've been done so well." (US Magazine)
Various sites have suggested Ye has made a move to India as a result of last month's publicized incident.
Rumor has it Kanye West is off to India to clear his mind. Just last week he canceled his ambitious "Fame Kills" tour with Lady Gaga. Now the troubled rapper has reportedly booked a month at Hindu guru Sri Aurobindo's ashram in Pondicherry, India. (Prefix Mag)
According to Beyonce, she understood why Kanye took a controversial stance during Taylor Swift's acceptance speech.
"Well, I knew his intentions, and I knew he was standing up for art; and he told me before, when they said the nominees, he's like, 'You have this award,'" Beyonce explained. "And when they didn't call my name he was, like, completely shocked. And when he walked on the stage, I was like, 'No, no, no!' and then he spoke, and I was like, 'Oh, no, no, no!' ... But in the end, it ended up being a great night, and Taylor Swift did get her moment -- and I didn't have to make an acceptance speech." (Billboard)
Memphis Bleek also said Ye should take a break from the music scene.
"It was a little outta line, but then again, that's Kanye," Bleek explained in an interview with radio personality Tim Westwood. "You gotta expect that from him. I don't think he got issues, he never really took the time to deal with the problems in his life. This is his way of venting, like, some people, they lose a lot and a lot of tragic things happen in they life and they spiral outta control and go crazy. I think he realized the breaking point. If you heard his speech on Jay Leno's show, he realized, 'Yo, I need to take some time off and really chill out.' And I felt him, that's real talk, he really do. He's been constantly working for five years straight." (Tim Westwood TV)
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The College of Education, and the Mathematics Department, with guidance from members of the Instructional Design for e-Learning Department (IDeL), will be using Teaching Circles to create an opportunity for constructive feedback and ideas for improvement in the design of hybrid and online instruction using general standards provided by the Quality Matters rubric. Meetings will be held monthly during the lunch hour at COE and at various times September through April in Math.
Another Teaching Circle by the Occupational Therapy Department, also related to technology in teaching, will discuss best practices, as well as training on relevant apps and software, for integrating iPads and FlipCams into the classroom and fieldwork visits. Meetings will take place at CHS, at least one time per month as part of faculty meetings and/or stand-alone tech training meetings. They plan to bring in guest speakers from other areas, such as the College of Education.
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I'm always interested to hear about why people became fans of their favorite teams. In the case of the Cougars, there are three likely reasons: you're a student, you're from Utah, or you're a Latter-day Saint. The school's connection to the LDS Church is well known, as is the way BYU travels well for away games, since many Utah and LDS transplants show up in their Cougar blue.
Of course, those reasons also make it more difficult to be a BYU fan, especially these days. Inside the state, the BYU-Utah rivalry (I refuse to call it by that stupid nickname) has reached ridiculous proportions... and, let's face it, things didn't go our way this past year. Outside of Utah, BYU's connections to both the state and the LDS Church make the school and its athletic teams an easy (and unfunny) punchline for the ignorant and the belligerent. Sometimes it takes a special kind of fortitude to stay True Blue. But chances are, if you're here and you're reading this, I don't have to tell you that.
But maybe you're from out of state and adopted the team. Maybe your family used to live in Utah and you follow the Cougs from afar. I'm sure there are lots of different stories. So mark yourself in the poll, and tell your story in the comments.


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Battle Beetles
By: Alex Covert - Published: Dec 30, 2007 Updated: Apr 6 2011 • References: toys.brando.hk and oblingo
2007 has given us a variety of remote control objects - cars, helicopters, dragonflies, and now, battle beetles. The battle beetles come in three types: Brown Bot, Hercules Bot or Giraffe Stag-Beetle Bot. The beetles come in different-frequency-controllers thus, allowing users to fight by controlling the front appendages.


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Polynauts Central (15/8 Archived)
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Welcome to Polynauts Central. It's Wednesday, August 15th, 2012 which means Gamescom is underway. Remember to keep an eye on the Gamescom Story Stream, as well as the @Polygon Twitter feed throughout the day for up-to-date news.
Also, if you're into comics, manga and anime and want a nice organised place to talk about those, then head on over to Crisis on Infinite Polygons for chaosyoshimage's all-in-one thread.
So with all that, join me now and lets spend a few minutes going over the Gamescom news from yesterday.
1: Capcom reveals 'Remember Me,' a new action IP by Griffin McElroy
Remember Me is set in Neo-Paris in 2084, where citizens are equipped with the Sensation Engine, a piece of hardware which allows them to record and digitize the events they experience in real time. These recordings are built into profiles by the manufacturer, called Memoreyes. In Remember Me, you play as Nilin, a member of the "Errorists," who are trying to take down the corporation. She escapes from the city's Bastille, armed with the ability to access anyone's memories - she is, in the director's own words, a "memory hunter."
2: 'Tearaway' is the new game from Media Molecule by Chris Plante
Certain characters and environmental set pieces react to the use of the Vita's touch screen, like drum skins that when tapped while launch Iota into the air. Jabbing the rear panel let's the play virtually reach into the game, knocking enemies out of the way. Tilting the Vita rolls enemies, while blowing the system creates a breeze in the game. The general idea being our world and Tearaway's world are bleeding into one another.
3: Sony announces Cross Buy: Buy a game on PS3, get Vita version for free by Michael McWhertor
PlayStation 3 owners who purchase SuperBot Entertainment's new mascot fighter PlayStation All-Stars: Battle Royale will also get the PlayStation Vita version at no additional cost, Sony announced today. The buy one, get one free deal is part of Sony's new Cross Buy initiative, which will soon extend to other games.
4: PlayStation Mobile bringing 'bite-sized games' to Vita and PlayStation Certified devices by Michael McWhertor
Sony Computer Entertainment Europe CEO Jim Ryan said at Sony's Gamescom press conference that PlayStation Mobile will offer games from major and indie developers through the company's PlayStation Store. Game purchases are tied to your PlayStation Network ID. Buy a PlayStation Mobile game once, Sony says, and play it on any PlayStation Certfiied Device and PS Vita.
5: Japan Studio announces 'Puppeteer,' a bizarre platformer by Chris Plante
The story is sort of a reverse Pinocchio, in which a boy is kidnapped from his home and turned into a puppet. His wooden form provides the boy powers, represented by new heads. For example, a scissor ability allows him to slice upwards through tapestries. The art design calls to mind the arts and crafts vibe of LittleBigPlanet.
6: 'Rain' coming to PlayStation Network by Russ Frushtick
Rain stars a small boy who, one day, becomes invisible. The only way he can be seen is by walking out into the rain, as raindrops coat his skin, giving him form. When not in the rain, the only indication he's present is in the rippling of puddles or the appearance of muddy footsteps.
7: Only the strong survive in 'Tokyo Jungle's' Gamescom trailer by Michael McWhertor
Thanks to the game's latest trailer, we feel assured that Tokyo Jungle is still on its way to the PS3. And we learn that the hyenas of Tokyo Jungle are no laughing matter, panda bears can find love amid total destruction, and ... hold on ... is that a dinosaur? It appears we'll play as and slaughter a wide variety of animals in PlayStation C.A.M.P.'s kill-or-be-killed action-adventure game.Click through for a gameplay trailer featuring velociraptors, animals wearing hard hats, Bear Kings with dog servants and Panda sex.
8: 'Darksiders 2' review: into the light by Phil Kollar
Much of this accomplishment owes to Darksiders 2's fluid world design. Huge fields blend naturally into ruins and caves. This urges exploration and makes dungeons seems like part of the environment instead of arbitrarily separated areas. The lack of artificial barriers between the outside world and puzzle-filled interior locations makes the sheer number of dungeons in Darksiders 2 easier to handle.
1: Crisis on Infinite Polygons (The Comics and Animation Thread) Issue #1: There Came a Thread Unlike Any Other by chaosyoshimage
So, what's this thread about you may ask? Well, due to the crazy amounts of discussion that anime, comics, manga, and cartoons get in Polynauts Central we now have a dedicated thread for it. Last week's netted over 200 replies over the last few days, which isn't bad since we're just getting started (Now, if we were an actual comic that might be bad).
2: What game was the biggest waste of your money? by Sammael
For me it would have to be FFXIV. I never played FFXI, and I still had fond memories of past standalone FF games like ff4/6/7/8/9 so I thought "Hey, I should go all out and buy the collectors edition!" It was like I took a hundred dollar bill, and lit it on fire. Actually, no, at least if I did that I would only have been out of a bit of cash. Playing that game actually caused suffering on such a scale that I am still trying to beat back the feeling of nihilism the experience spawned in me. I remember clearly the sense of total disbelief that ANYONE could craft a game so terrible and release it to the public.
3: The Best Video Game OST of 2012 is ... by Shinta
Gravity Rush, by Kohei Tanaka.
I've been really getting into this OST for a few months, and I keep finding more and more fantastic songs. Looking ahead at the 2012 release schedule, I really don't see anything else that I think will top this one so I'm going to call it now. Tanaka's been composing since the 80s, scoring for a ton of anime, movies and games along the way. Some highlights include Granstream Saga, Alundra 2, and Resonance of Fate.
Gravity Rush has the best theme song for a game in 2012
4: The Death of Game Consoles? by Marcham93
Will game consoles be a thing of the past? There is a strong interest in the market that shows bulky game consoles may be a thing of early 21st century childhoods. Technology manufacturers like Sony and On LIVE have developed hardware to stream video games right to your living room. While Sony has chosen to stream games directly to your HDTV via built in applications, OnLIVE has developed a small hardware box that connects to your HDTV. Microsoft seems to also want to take the initiative on streaming games as show by a leaked Xbox 720 document. What are the advantages of Streaming Games and what are the disadvantages?
REMINDER: Polygon.com : Community Requests Thread by Shaun McIlroy
This is our "Official Polynauts" topic for Polygon.com requests, those which we've all made mention of in anticipation of the sites launch in 2012. I thought I'd collate them all here for the Polygon team to check back and see if the stars align with their overall plans, whatever they may be.
Ellis Hamburger, not related to this GIF, brings you the latest tech news in 90 Seconds on The Verge which covers the following:
- Google buys Frommer's travel guides from John Wiley & Sons
- Sony announces Cross Buy: Buy a game on PS3, get Vita version for free
- Pebble smartwatch user interface demoed in preview video
Raised by bats from an early age, Gigawings took to fabricating his own wings in order to fit in with the rebellious bat youths.
However, as time went on, his superior wings bred jealousy and hatred among his peers, and led to a collection of Doublewings, clones of his style and appearance.
Fast-forward years later, and we find Gigawings enjoying a somewhat peaceful life... However, this will not last, as the Doublewings have tracked him down, and intend to copy him perfectly in order to eventually replace him.
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Every day there will only be one comment from the previous thread. It's decided based upon the most recommends an individual receives for their comment; should two people have the same rating then both comments will be posted.
Okay, there we have another Mondays worth of catch-ups folks. Remember to sound off in the comments below and share any awesome news you find today. As always, feel free to hit me up on Twitter @shaunmcilroy if you want to chitchat throughout the day.
New to the Polygon Community? Please take time to read the Community Guidelines as laid out by the editorial team here at The Verge. Particularly take note here: "Foul language: Cussing, swearing, or just plain nasty: all of the above are not cool here." That goes for NSFW material as well folks.
If you're looking the best way to filter through any current deals on games (regardless of platform) then check out The Gamers Grid created by community Polynaut, NuclearPrinny.
If you're a fan of the image up top and want to submit your own, remember to keep them coming in for this section of Polynauts Central, GIF's included, at this link. If you want to submit a header image for Crisis on Infinite Polygons you can do that on this thread. Finally, check out the thread on multiplayer events here in Polynauts Assemble! for all the latest news on who's playing what, where and when.


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IC Insights releases top 30 fabless suppliers in 2003
By THG Reporting Team - Source: Tom's Hardware | 0 comment
IC Insights released its forecast for the 2003 ranking of the top 30 fabless IC suppliers worldwide in a press release on December 1. Qualcomm is expected to remain the largest fabless IC supplier worldwide with 29% year-on-year growth in sales this year.
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WS 23 How to make a Clasp lock firmly again
1. Clasps with
a Retaining Hook (most popular today)
2. Alternative Method for Clasps with Retaining Hooks
3. Older Rolex Clasps
4. Integrated Folded Clasp
5. Butterfly (integrated) Clasp
6. Other Clasps- Additional Help
Tool selection:
Leatherman tool vs. Watchmaker Pliers (recommended)
As an example: Augusta #9551
I do not recommend to use a Leatherman or a multi-purpose pair of pliers with toothed jaws as those will leave "bite marks" on your clasps! If you are working on the Butterfly Clasp you will also need a small hammer and eventually a small vice with smooth jaws or any other device that lets you to a "scratch free" bending operation (Method 2).
1. Clasps with a Retaining Hook (most popular today)
Problem: Clasp too loose (1), rattling safety (2)
Claps of bracelets will over time and if opened daily loosen a bit. Also safety lock loops might start to rattle a bit.
But this is a problem that is very easy to solve, just two steps and both of them are explained below:
While a professional would probably use a tool like a watchmaker's pliers to bend down the retaining hook (1), I think you could use a plastic pencil or a peg wood. I would not recommend a screw driver, because if you slip, your clasp's inside - although invisible - will have a ugly scar. Just press down the little hook a bit and then check the clasp locking.
The same iterative process is recommended if the safety lock (2) is rattling or not locking tight.
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2. Alternative Method for Clasps with Retaining Hooks
An alternative method is to change the curvature of the folded clasp. The instructions are in the picture below.
Please note, it takes only a fraction of a millimeter! Patient iterations is always a great way to go.
Sometimes a combination of slightly bending the retaining hook (section1) and changing the curvature of the folded parts (this section) might work best. As always, make small changes, then test, then make more changes if necessary.
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3. Older Rolex Clasps
Older Rolex Claps often simply use two little flaps on the
clasp cover to retain the bracelet in a closed position. Simply push both those
flaps (1) a tiny bit inside, and the pressure at the locking position
(2) will increase. In order not to clutter the image, I provided only one
arrow at position (1). Of course you would bend both flaps symmetrically towards
the inside.
As you can see, I had to do this on this Vintage Rolex because the bracelet was quite loose. And now it locks perfectly again.
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4. Integrated Folded Clasp
This is a clasp that is also generally called an integrated clasp, because it is barely visible when closed. Please note that a fair share of integrated clasps are of the so called Butterfly style which is discussed in section 5.
An integrated folded clasp. The majority of integrated clasps are of the Butterfly style, see below
Adjustment of this one is fairly straight forward. Simply spread the flaps at (1) a tiny bit and the locking pressure at (2) will be increased.
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5. Butterfly (integrated) Clasp (please be very careful here, only for people with a bit of experience working with metal)
I am repeating myself, but it is really important to understand that you are working with fractions of millimeters here. And if you have never worked on your car, motorbike or any mechanical appliances, then it might be much simpler to see your watchmaker to have the Butterfly Clasp adjusted.
The next picture explains how must Butterfly Clasps lock: The bar (a) basically locks with the edge (b). Again in order not to clutter the picture, I am showing the locations only for the left side. In most cases you will have to work on the right side as well.
Butterfly Locking Mechanism: bar (a) locks at edge (b)
Please note that I have exaggerated the bending of the red part for Method 2 for reasons of better illustration
As the picture above shows, you have basically two alternatives.
Method 1 would be to hammer (careful!!!) the bars (a) towards the inside thus increasing the pressure at edge (b). Again, it probably takes only 0.2 to 0.3 millimeter and you will experience a much firmer lock of your Butterfly clasp!
Method 2 is really only for the experienced. I have seen a watchmaker doing this for me. You will need a vice with smooth jaws! Very carefully bend both outer parts (in picture I show the left side only) towards the red arrow direction. Please note that I have exaggerated the amount of distance. Again, 0.2 to 0.3 millimeter will most likely do the job already. By bending the inner part's both ends, the distance between b and a will slightly decrease and thus the locking pressure will increase.
Please note that there is a huge variety of different Butterfly Clasps out there. The one shown above is a pretty common and simple mechanism. A more modern and easier adjustable is the one below. Adjustment is a lot easier since one only has to bend the two flaps in arrow direction.
If your clasp does not look the same way, I am sure you can figure out how the locking pressure is applied. Simply open and close the clasp (of course you are not wearing the watch now) and also check how the clasp locks from the inside of the bracelet. If you are not sure, then please read section 6.
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6. Other Clasps
There are a lot of different clasps out there. Luckily today
Japanese watch brands like SEIKO, CITIZEN and CASIO have started to introduce
push button operated clasps on almost all their watches. That of course renders
the above methods obsolete.
However if you find that your clasp uses a different way of simple pressure locking, then I suggest you study the locking mechanism carefully and I am sure you will find where to push or bend a bit in order to increase that locking pressure. As I mentioned above: patient iterations are the way to go. Adjust a tiny bit, test the effect, eventually adjust some more. You do not want to bend metal too often as metal will show a so called tiring effect and eventually crack. But with a couple of small adjustments, you will always be on the safe side.


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Marinated Pork Roast Recipe
In Moberly, Missouri, Andrea Schumann relies on honey, white wine and a little lemon juice for a low-carb entree that everyone enjoys. "The marinade has a light, flavorful taste that works well with any cut of pork," she promises.
- 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup grated onion
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 boneless whole pork loin roast (2-1/2 pounds)
- 1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients; add pork roast. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight, turning several times.
- Preheat oven to 350°. Drain and discard marinade. Place roast on a rack in a shallow foil-lined roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, 25 minutes.
- In a small bowl, combine the wine or broth, honey and brown sugar. Brush half over the meat. Bake 15 minutes longer. Brush with remaining honey mixture. Bake 10-20 minutes longer or until a meat thermometer reads 160°. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing. Yield: 9 servings.
Originally published as Marinated Pork Roast in Light & Tasty April/May 2006, p24
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As she practices her….well, I'm not sure what she's practicing.
As she practices her….well, I'm not sure what she's practicing.
Flying! Cool!
As she practices her….well, I'm not sure what she's practicing.
Flying! Cool!
It was awesome to feel the excitement that overwhelmed these little girls. They have a new baby sister and as you will see, they can't keep their hands (or lips) off of her. These days are so short. Up all night. Everyone pining for mom's attention. It's a pretty special thing to be able to document this short part of life.
p.s.- Hi! I know it's been a ridiculously long time. I have stuff on my desk just begging to be posted. My new years goal is to get it up and update you on what I'M doing!! Happy New Year!
Oh, congrats! Such an adorable crowd you are! Sleep now! Love to see more from you, and hopefully, I can fulfill one of my resolutions, to be seen more on FlickR.
What a sweet family. It makes me want another one… not gonna happen. So instead I'll just look at these pics a thousand times. Wonderful as always Kellie! <3
p.s. I LOVE their kitchen table. My fave color!
Earlier this month we held our second Soul Shooting Workshop in Tacoma, WA. 21 photographers from around the country (and a few from North of the border) journeyed with us through a process we have named Soul Shooting; a way to find voice and purpose in your work and shoot imagery that reflects who you are and your unique artistic vision. We chose a beautiful historic church building in downtown Tacoma to explore this process. It was an amazing day!
Here are the results of the mock session that Rosina and I shot with the attendees that afternoon. I am so appreciative to Ginnie McMillan and her darling family for for hanging in there for this not so conventional session. Mwuah!!
You can see the rest our day on the Soul Shooting page here.
Sarah's session portion here.
Molly's session portion here.
I love your pics Kellie, I've been missing them on IG. This family is adorable and the location, awesome! xoxo
Kellie, I am in tears right now over the joy I am feeling. I am so in love with the way you were able to capture my families love for each other. If anyone wants to know or meet me, they just did through your photographs of us. This ended up being way more than I had expected and the entire experience was once in a lifetime! Thank you 100 times for this gift.
These are gteat Kellie – was so amazing to finally meet you in person xo
I'm pretty excited to be collaborating on this project called "My Creative Truth".
And if I am going to be truthful, being creative is scary. I flail and I spin. These are my contributions for the last two weeks.
I love that first one so much. Why is so scary to be creative? It makes me shake in my boots.
Love these Kellie!
It's been way too long since I have shared anything, but I just had to share this darling family that was visiting all the way from Australia. I could tell right away that the kids were used to being on beaches…they quickly snatched up the fins and masks that I had borrowed from my own girls, went to the water, and never came out until the sun went down. The evening was lovely and beautiful and sandy and wet….everything you would expect from a fun night on the beach.
Hi Kellie,
Your photography is beautiful! I was wondering if you (or even a less busy photographer you can recommend who may be just starting out) might possibly have time for a quick session this week? We are in Kaanapali this week with our kids, and realized that we should of scheduled a photo shoot to capture this wonderful time. I understand the time crunch, but couldn't resist asking. Any tips you might have to make this happen would be much appreciated.
Thank you!
A friend pointed out to me the other day the stark comparison between my personal and professional work. Since she mentioned it, I can't believe I have never noticed before. It's glaringly obvious that my personal work is dark, moody, and often in black and white, while my professional work is happy, bright, and fun. Hmm, I'm not ready to dissect this quite yet, but I find it interesting.
You are so so soooooo talented, Kellie. Holy guacamole (and I like guacamole a lot). Your photos make me smile. LOVE the 1st one. So so soooo good!
I've totally noticed this. I'm a sucker for your personal work The way you capture the everyday… & your light usage. DROOL.
love these images…really do
I adore your personal work Kellie.
I've noticed this…and I personally love your personal work! So beautiful. That said, you're not the only one that I've noticed does this. What do you think it all means???
Kellie, Your friend Sara Burns who is on the BSchool FB page (Im in B School right now) was raving about you so I came on over…glad I did!! Your work is beautiful. I like the light AND the dark. Its a reflection of the balance of life. We all need to be more comfortable in embracing all sides. You do that in a powerful way as far as I can see!!I am from the Big Island and love seeing your Hawaii shoots!!!! Aloha!
I see it. I see it in my own work as well… and several other photographers that I think are amazing. I think it has everything to do with comfort level. Clients, even when they are relaxed and trusting, are much less likely to show you the dark and moody. I'm sure you would see the beauty in it and capture it in the gorgeous way that you do if it were there for the witnessing. Know what I mean?
Here is just a peek of the awesome bunch that I got to photograph over the holidays.
I felt so grateful that I got to absorb the incredible love and energy that engulfed this extended family. Thank you so much for finding me. xo, Kellie
How FUN!!!!
It's been forever since I've been to your blog! Wonderful captures of a fun family…love it!
You are just the sweetest photographer ever!! Thanks for making our session so fun and memorable. Can't wait to see all the pictures! Lots of love from South Africa!
Happy to be in the sun, happy to be together, and happy to feel the love. I absolutely loved my evening in Lahaina with this incredibly fun and happy little family.
kellie, you all are a perfect fit. i think they call this brand of styling, "real life". who they are just shines from the inside out. and who YOU are is reflected back in their images. xoxo
Kellie! Love these. So fun. Loved the ones of them on the beach
Really enjoyed looking through these!
I love your work! These photos are very beautiful! After being cold for so long I wish I was on a beach. ; )
My Define class just ended and I finally feel like I can come up for a little bit of air before we get into the thick of the holidays. I'm grateful that I can be busy, grateful for the calm, grateful for my family, my freedom, and for those that have served or are serving our country. My big brother is serving in Columbia away from his wife and 5 children…sending him lots of love on this day and everyday.
Came to your site to check out your picks. What a special surprise to read your comment on Veterans Day. Made me cry on my computer. Thanks Kel. Keep up the great work. Love you!
The energy and warmth exuded by this family reminded me of how lucky I am to be invited to capture these special moments. Michelle emailed me only 2 days before they arrived on Maui and since I hadn't taken any sessions this month because of my October Light & Life class, I quickly responded with a big fat "YES!" Apparently, Michelle had panicked last minute at the thought that she wouldn't be in any of the images she was taking of her children on vacation. I don't really blame her for waiting, it's totally something I would have done… it's hard to decide to have your own picture taken, and she freely admits to not loving being in front of the camera. But after going through these images, I, for the life of me can't figure out why….Michelle you are beautiful, inside and out, and I can feel your loving soul in every image. Thank you for letting me be a part of your evening in giving "proof" that you existed on this vacation. xoxo!
…and what beautiful proof it is!
oh my gosh- the black and white of the daughter is to die for!!!! The silhouettes of them on the hill *gasp* amazing!
Oh, these are gorgeous!
I love these SO MUCH!! I wish everyone would get family photos done while on vacation! I gasped out loud as each one loaded on my monitor! These are remarkable!
Michelle… You are gorgeous.
thank for taking such great pictures of my Daughter and her family loved the black & white of Michelle and Zoe
thank you again
What an amazing love filled session. I can't stop looking at them…you are incredibly talented!! If I ever make it back to Maui (with my kiddos in tow this time) I pray you are still taking on sessions. Fabulous job Kellie!!
i love this so much kel. i can't get over that last one. just can't.
WOW! speechless. I love your art and your how your mind works. Such beautiful work!
We are in Maui until December 3 and would love for you to take nontraditional family photos, meaning not the typical beach scene but other unique but cool Maui locals. Please email me at firstname.lastname@example.com or try phoning at 206-3355833.
Thank you
well, i'm back at it….at least for this month.
it seems my procrastination was meant to be, because yesterday the little one learned to ride a bike. and i captured it with my big camera instead of my iphone. sid said it perfectly, "that was AW-AW-AWESOME!" and, I agree.
here's a little slice of our yesterday.
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The water sprinkles on the cheek…stunning. Big congratulations on the bike riding, little one! And in flip flops no less! Way to go!
seeing your everyday how you see it is always such a treat…
congrats on Big Girl Status with no trainers! xoxo
glad to see you back-at least for this month…
What precious little moments from your day, Kellie! Congratulations to your little one for learning to ride.
I love her bike ride. What a beautiful day! You always make me smile. You also remind me that life is beautiful.
every time i start a post, i write a long story that has nothing to do with the session. usually something about me losing my car, or using an entire bottle of dry shampoo, or dying my hair with box color. you know, things that make people feel better about themselves. then i delete the entire thing leaving only a few sentences relating to the actual session. i did the same thing when i wrote this post, wrote and deleted. maybe next time i will leave the scatterbrain thoughts at the beginning of my post.
i loved this little family. we were lucky to catch a little glimpse of a hula show on our way to dip our toes in the pacific. these two made life with a 3 and 1 year old look too easy! so cool and calm….they were definitely not the hot mess of nerves I was when mine were this age. meet phoenix and clover and their ridiculously cool (and sweet) parents.
Oh wow….what a fantastic session! I absolutely adore these images!
this has to be one of my favorite sessions you have done. beautiful Kellie.
Such beautiful pictures! I have not been shooting as much as I'd like with my "big camera" at all lately. Or, I shoot, but I don't process. Need to life back in order after my dad's sickness and death this spring. Still post an occasional pic on FlickR, but mostly from my iPhone. :/ I hope you are getting what you want from life! Hugs!
Meet the ultra cool Modchik and her oh so modfam in their first family photos since their 6 year old was born. Thanks for letting me follow you around, it is truly an honor every time I get to capture these memories.
oh these made me tear up. just precious.
That last image of the brother and sister is so beautiful!!
Oh Kellie I clutch my heart as I type these words "thank you for rising up the task of photographing and photographers family" I don't think people realize how hard that is, my kids, especially my husband are extremely turned off by having cameras in their face. Through wind and sand you make it look easy!!!
much love & aloha!
kellie, the interaction between this son and daughter is SO sweet. i would love to have pictures of my children together like this. such a gorgeous family in an idyllic place! beautiful post!
Lovely photos of ModChick! I love the light and relationships between everyone.
amazing Kel! you are redefining the family beach portrait!!!! gorgeous family too, so many of these should be on their walls. really totally ka work.
Linz- These are GREAT.. LOVE! There is one picture, with you and Pat, that i think i hear him laughing and saying "this is so lame, you owe me" and you are smiling" back…. Great to see so many smiles on your FAM!
[...] Vacation this year was about just being together with no agenda. Really we only planned one thing and that was to have our photos taken while we were there and we did. We have never had our family portrait taken so when I found out we were going to Maui I instantly knew who to call first, Kellie Hatcher. Next time you see me musing around these parts I might just ask Kellie to join me for a conversation here on the blog. I know you will enjoy her work click here to see our session. [...]
Oh Kellie, I adore these!!! You are just so amazing:) I am so happy that Linds hired you to photograph her family:) xo
sometimes this happens when kids are tired.
and when it does, it makes me happy.
i mean, we are talking crazy, but oh so real.
and i love it.
i am fully convinced the happiest moments and memories will always be those very close to unhinged. kellie, that first image…that light. pure beauty.
Love it!!
perfectly imperfect! love these.
Just beautiful
these were taken a few weeks ago at our soul shooting workshop. i'm so grateful to the uber talented kristianne, an attendee, who gave up her time to watch our mock sessions and let molly and i and several of our attendees photograph her family. thank you for opening your hearts, bearing with the chaos, and giving an audience just a glimpse of your life at the beach.
to see the other mock session we did at our workshop from sarah's perspective go here.
[...] visit Kellie Hatcher first and then follow the link on her blog to visit Sarah and Rosina. [...]
aaah! I love them. You are amazing. How did you get in front of Merrik running into the water with his board? no wonder you were soaked!!
the B&W are gorgeous and I love seeing the images where we are all together but not standing there posing for the camera. They have to be my favorites and most cherished.
Thanks for sharing so much of yourself with everyone at the workshop. The ongoing experience is having an incredible affect on my photography and my life!!
that one…..oh that one where she is sucking her thumb. please do another work shop. [denver colorado] mountain air, fall leaves, streams——-come on!!!!
What a beautiful family! I am so glad you had a wonderful time at your workshop. It looks like it was a truly special day! These images are superior.
love how real and intimate these are
[...] lives in South Carolina. Kellie lives in Hawaii. Sarah lives in California. Rosina lives in New Jersey. These [...]


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Family, friends support volunteer searchers
WINONA, Minn. (AP) -- Family and friends of a La Crosse, Wis., man who's presumed drowned have spent the past week on the banks of the Mississippi River as a volunteer search crew works to recover his body.
Chad Kingsbury is the brother of the missing man, 29-year-old Andrew Kingsbury. He tells WXOW-TV the search for his brother is heart wrenching. Kingsbury and others make sure the divers and search crew is fed. He says it's a thank you to the volunteers that are looking for his brother.
The bodies of three others who were in an SUV when it crashed through a guardrail and landed in the river have been recovered. Two of the three were Kingsbury's childhood friends.
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Friday, January 7, 2011
Webster the Snow Dog
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5 comments:
- La Maison Fou said...
The pot sculpture is great ROSEMARY. Look at Mr. Webster, having fun and up to his ears in snow!
Have fun too.
- January 7, 2011 at 6:00 PM
- Marilyn said...
Hi Boy!!! you look so happy there playing in the snow....hope Mum had your bed all ready for you when you got inside....and think of the fun you'll have attacking Mr Potdog...in the Spring!!! So nice to see you!!!
- January 7, 2011 at 6:14 PM
- NancyO. said...
Even though I am a cat person, I always enjoy seeing pics of your Webster. I check your blog at least twice a day and am always interested in/entertained/educated by something you post. Thank you, and thanks to Webster, too.
- January 7, 2011 at 6:28 PM
- Robin@DecoratingTennisGirl said...
What a cute snow doggie you are, Webster! I love the snow, too, Rosemary. It is snowing here, lightly. I'll take what I can get :)
- January 7, 2011 at 7:10 PM
- Linda said...
Webster always looks to be a dog on a mission, ruler of his property. Keep up your fine work, Webster. The snow is lovely. After last winter, however, I'm voting for a moderate winter for all.
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Jan 09, 2014 — Governor Cuomo offered something for everyone in his State of the State message as he faces a re-election year. He outlined programs ranging from property tax cuts to an education bond act to allowing medical marijuana.
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Nutrition education
Did you know?
Through research and analysis, health professionals are learning more every day about the role of nutrition in preventing disease and maintaining good health. "As a dietitian for the FirstHealth Centers for Health & Fitness, one of my favorite responsibilities is helping educate the people who live and work in our community about healthy eating," says Kathy Hefner, R.D. "Too often, people get needed information about nutrition after they have been diagnosed with a health problem. If we can reach those individuals earlier, we may be able to prevent or delay future issues."
Each year, the Centers for Health & Fitness offer educational programs on a variety of nutrition topics. Most sessions are free and open to anyone who is interested. Staff members also speak at community organizations, churches and neighborhood associations on a regular basis.
FirstHealth Centers for Health & Fitness are located in located in Moore, Montgomery, Richmond, Hoke and Robeson counties. During Fiscal Year 2008, about 430 individuals attended 40 educational events at the Centers, and more than 2,300 people
participated in 21 outside programs. Some of the topics included:
Healthy Living in the Mid-Carolinas
Most of us are aware of the dangers of smoking and poor nutrition. We read about them in newspapers, hear about them on the radio and watch documentaries warning us to avoid the pitfalls on our TVs. Too often, words aren't enough to convince us to change our lifestyles.
In the mid-Carolinas, however, concerned community members are developing walking clubs and trails on church grounds, scheduling educational programs to address health issues, requesting healthier options in vending machines and rethinking refreshment choices for workplace meetings. Their enthusiasm is contagious, and their efforts are spreading.
The driving force spearheading the changes is a new FirstHealth initiative called Healthy Living in the Mid-Carolinas. Sponsored by a seven-year grant from the Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust, Healthy Living promotes healthier lifestyles throughout the region—targeting the low-income and underserved.
The project kicked off in July 2007, and reached more than 1,000 people in Hoke, Montgomery, Moore and Richmond counties during its first year.
Healthy Living encourages physical activity, healthy eating and tobacco cessation through proven comprehensive education programs including Active Living Every Day (ALED), Healthy Eating Every Day (HEED) and FirstQuit.
Active Living Every Day uses step counters and written activity forms to help individuals get a clear picture of exactly how much they move. Participants complete special assessments to measure improvement over the course of the program.
During 2007-2008, 274 people attended ALED classes and 88 percent completed the course. Of that number, 58 percent showed improvement in the quality and quantity of their daily physical activity.
Healthy Eating Every Day: What does the nutrition information on a food label really mean? Is it possible to make good choices at a restaurant? Can you eat healthy foods on a limited income? HEED helps participants understand how food choices affect their health and well-being. During the class, individuals keep daily food diaries and set goals for healthier eating. This might include increasing fruits and vegetables, decreasing fats, and eating additional dairy products and whole grains.
During the first grant year, 443 people took part in HEED. Seventy-five percent completed the program, and 99 percent showed improvement in their food choices.
FirstQuit: A successful tobacco-cessation program, FirstQuit includes one-on-one counseling, support groups, nicotine replacement therapy (patches, gum and lozenges) and prescription medication to help people through the quitting process.
During one year, 285 tobacco users enrolled in the program and 66 percent completed a quit plan.
To measure the program's success, staff members conduct follow-up calls at one-, three-, six- and 12-month intervals.
To reach those people who might not otherwise be able to participate, FirstHealth offers Healthy Living programs in central locations, recruiting participants through non-traditional settings such as churches, medical offices, worksites, schools, the Health Department and the Moore Free Care Clinic.
Expenses for Healthy Living during its first year totaled $693,840. Of that amount, $182,110 was funded by grants.
The effects of poor nutrition and tobacco use are well-documented. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, tobacco-use contributes to heart disease, many types of cancer, respiratory infections, chronic lung disease, stroke, miscarriage and low-birth-weight babies. Nearly 11 percent of North Carolina's health care costs in 1999 were related to tobacco, and employers lose around $50 billion in production and earnings due to turnover and absenteeism related to health concerns resulting from smoking each year.
Inactivity and poor eating have a similar impact. People who are overweight or obese are more likely to suffer from high blood pressure, diabetes, osteoarthritis, heart disease and some cancers. In 2003, an estimated $2.1 billion of health costs in North Carolina were the result of obesity-related illnesses.
FirstReach in Montgomery County
Montgomery County is one of those unique places that many of us happen upon accidentally. Its rural setting attracts outdoor enthusiasts, and its people keep them coming back—people who are warm and welcoming and remember what it means to be a good neighbor.
Unfortunately, according to the North Carolina State Center for Health Statistics, these same people are 48 percent more likely to die of diabetes than other North Carolinians.
In fact, according to the North Carolina Division of Public Health, 5,400 Montgomery County residents have never been screened for diabetes and another 1,000 have pre-diabetes (blood glucose levels that are higher than normal but not yet high enough to be considered diabetic). Of those who have been diagnosed, at least 44 percent have never had any diabetes education.
In July 2008, FirstHealth introduced a special one-year initiative designed to improve the statistics and, more importantly, to make a difference for Montgomery County residents.
FirstReach is a community-based, grassroots effort to improve outcomes for people with diabetes. The goal is to screen, educate and follow up to ensure successful disease management. Patient navigators, some of them bilingual, assist with follow-up and education as well as locating screening sites and assuring attendance.
Since the program's debut, members of the FirstReach staff have visited senior centers, worksites, churches, health fairs and medical offices to provide screening services and educational programs. During its first three months, FirstReach screened nearly 200 people. Sixty (31 percent) had abnormal results.
If a screening detects a high sugar reading, a diabetes educator will meet one on one with the patient to discuss the situation, needed care and available resources.
"Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for people with diabetes to miss appointments, run out of medication or blood glucose-testing supplies, or forget needed tests," says Melissa Herman, FirstReach coordinator. "Our goal is to support them in making good decisions.
We help them with organizing their care, scheduling regular followup, accessing services like prescription assistance. We link them with health care providers in the community and help them avoid falling through the cracks. Hopefully, with the right information and needed tools, they will take the steps to maintain their health."
The FirstHealth Montgomery Foundation has committed more than $40,000 to assist with FirstReach.
Healthy Carolinians support
North Carolina is made up of many unique communities. They differ geographically with environments ranging from sandy coastal plains to rugged mountain terrains. They are economically diverse with bustling urban centers and quiet farmlands. Likewise, their people hail from various backgrounds, education levels and cultures.
With such an eclectic mix of people, places and resources, a onesize- fits-all plan for improving health and safety is all but impossible to adopt. Therefore, the Governor's Task Force on Healthy Carolinians encourages local partnerships to tackle such problems at the community level—creating plans that are as unique as the towns and counties they target.
Each partnership is made up of key community leaders, agencies and health care providers who join forces around a shared vision for health and safety. Together, these teams assess the strengths and weaknesses in their respective communities and develop plans to increase awareness and improve the health and well-being of all residents. Through a statewide network, the partnerships share their efforts and learn from one another.
FirstHealth is actively involved in Healthy Carolinians Partnerships throughout its service area. • MooreHealth (Moore County) was first certified as a Healthy Carolinians Partnership in 1995. Since its inception, the group has worked hard to improve health and quality of life for people in Moore County. Working together, its members have helped establish Habitat for Humanity in the community and assist those residents living in substandard conditions (no indoor plumbing, no heat, no running water).
The current focus areas include obesity, tobacco use and teen pregnancy prevention based on results from a 2005 Community Health Assessment. More recently, MooreHealth has secured grant funding to improve the availability of physical education equipment in the schools so that all children can be active. Another grant enabled the group to purchase an abstinence-based healthful-living curriculum for the schools.
In addition to being actively involved on the board with health initiatives, FirstHealth has provided administrative support and coordination, office supplies, grant-writing expertise and a meeting location to ensure the continued success of the partnership.
Community Case Management
If you stopped the average man on the street and asked him whether he would prefer to be in a hospital or at home, his answer probably wouldn't surprise you.
Most of us prefer the comfort and familiarity of our homes to a medical setting. Yet, for those struggling to manage a chronic illness such as congestive heart failure, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), high blood pressure or diabetes, lengthy and costly hospitalizations are often a way of life.
In the fall of 2007, FirstHealth of the Carolinas started a program designed to help patients control their symptoms and reduce or eliminate the need for extended or repeat hospital stays. During its first six months, the Community Case Management Program enrolled 31 patients. For many, the results have been nothing short of astounding.
Take Jane Smith*, for example. Jane suffers from COPD and related complications, which make breathing difficult and painful. During the year before she was enrolled with Community Case Management, Jane's average length of (hospitalization) stay or ALOS was 14.6 days. After she got help through the program, the number dropped to just three days, resulting in a cost-savings of $10,504.49 based on an average direct cost per day of $905.56. Even more importantly, however, Jane feels better and is more confident in managing the symptoms of her disease.
These decreased lengths of stay are attributed to patients' increased compliance with self-management and early detection of disease warning signs and symptoms. Through Community Case Management, volunteers schedule phone calls to assess each patient's health. Access to telehealth services, when appropriate, further improves outcomes.
Patients enrolled in Community Case Management benefit from services such as:
Community Case Management is available for those patients who:
Patients are not eligible for the program if they have a current or past history of drug or alcohol abuse, current or recent primary psychiatric history, known criminal record, or reside in an unsafe environment as documented by a physician or discharge planner.
The Community Case Management Program serves patients who live within a 30-mile radius of FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital. A registered nurse coordinator and highly trained volunteers staff the program, which can accommodate 130 active patients.
Physicians, nurses, case managers, ancillary staff, friends and family members can refer patients to the program by contacting the program coordinator. Patients can also self-refer.
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FirstHealth Cares
A patron standing in line at her local pharmacy during a recent flu season witnessed first-hand an exchange that is played out all too frequently in communities across the country. An elderly gentleman, obviously distressed, questioned the technician about each of the six medications he was picking up. He didn't have the money to cover the cost.
One by one, he analyzed the bottles to determine which he needed most. He left the store with only one bottle of medication.
Although he promised to return when his monthly Social Security check arrived a few days later, the woman observing his predicament couldn't help but wonder if he would.
Thanks to many years of research and advances in health information, we have access to medicines that treat chronic illnesses, manage the side effects of chemotherapy, reduce pain and improve how we rest at night. Taken as directed by our physicians, these medicines can keep us healthy and active. Unfortunately, if we don't follow instructions, our health can decline, resulting in additional medical visits and sometimes even hospitalizations. Taking one pill every three or four days to "make the prescription last" or choosing between medications can result in a medical emergency.
What do you do when you have to choose between paying for your medicine and buying your groceries? It's a question many people ask themselves every day.
Although many pharmaceutical companies provide certain prescription drugs at no cost for people who don't have insurance and can't afford to buy them, the very people who could benefit most usually don't know that they exist or don't know how to access them. If they do, they often need help filling out the applications and providing the necessary health and financial information.
FirstHealth Cares is a pharmaceutical assistance program designed especially to help such patients. The medications that are available at no cost through the program include those prescribed for chronic conditions including diabetes, congestive heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and asthma.
FirstHealth Cares began as a two-year initiative funded by the North Carolina Health & Wellness Trust Fund. The fund's ongoing support—as well as generous funding from the Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust, the FirstHealth Montgomery Foundation, the NC Office of Rural Health and the federal Health Resources and Services Administration—has allowed the program to continue to develop.
Some of the money donated by the FirstHealth Montgomery Foundation provides medications for people who are waiting for their free drugs to come from the pharmaceutical companies. (There is generally a three- to four-week waiting period.)
It also helps FirstHealth Cares purchase certain generic drugs, which most pharmaceutical companies don't provide.
Since 2003, FirstHealth Cares has assisted more than 5,000 people in Moore, Montgomery and several other counties. About 1,800 people are in the program at any one time. Between April 2003 and August 2008, the FirstHealth Cares staff processed 25,450 requests for new prescriptions and refills—a cost savings to patients of more than $5.5 million.
Any patient who does not have prescription drug coverage and meets financial qualifications is eligible for assistance through FirstHealth Cares.
Initially, a prescription assistance coordinator will schedule an appointment. Financial qualifications will be assessed, and applications to secure needed medications will be signed. A pharmacist then reviews all prescribed medications to ensure that:
All FirstHealth Cares services are free of charge.
Dealing with cancer's unknowns
Beth Dietrich deals daily with the unknowns of cancer.
A licensed clinical social worker at Moore Regional Hospital, she works only with cancer patients and their families and caregivers. Her job has many facets, but a big part involves providing comfort and support and sharing information.
"I have a laptop, and I take it all over this campus," she says. "It helps me get the job done and spend time with patients."
Dietrich never limits the time she spends with patients. "I don't wear a watch," she says. "I give them the time for their individual case, because everybody is different."
Much of Dietrich's time is spent providing free counseling therapy to patients, couples and families who are dealing with cancer or the after-effects of the disease. She also maintains two cancer libraries—one in the Community Hospital Comprehensive Cancer Center in the main hospital and the other in the nearby Outpatient Cancer Center. Both are stocked with books, books on CD and other resources on cancer as well as materials to help patients and families pass the time during hospitalizations or treatments.
She facilitates two of the cancer support groups that FirstHealth sponsors—one for active patients and their loved ones and the other for people who have completed treatment and are trying to return to the routines of daily life. And she is a connection to CARE-Net, a program that links cancer patients with cancer survivors for support and information.
"CARE-Net is one of the best things that we offer," she says. "It gives survivors the chance to give back and new patients the chance to hear from somebody who has been there. It's wonderful."
Many of the people who come to Dietrich for assistance are anxious and frightened, so it's her job to help them figure out how to cope—usually by drawing from the strengths of previous life experiences.
"They all have strengths," she says. "We just have to remind them what they are and how to use them."
RMH Wellness Screening Day
A persistent nurse talks a middle-aged man into having his first-ever PSA screening. The results indicate that he has prostate cancer.
A high school football player has a blood test that reveals a platelet problem that could have caused internal bleeding if he had taken a hard blow to his body during a football game the night before.
These are true stories, taken directly from the archives of Richmond Memorial Hospital's annual Wellness Screening Day. There are certainly hundreds of others like them after 26 years of a program that annually offers screenings to Richmond County residents who otherwise might not have them.
Many of the screenings are free; others are offered at a nominal charge. One year, in observation of the event's 25th anniversary, the Richmond Memorial Hospital Foundation covered the entire expense.
"This is one way we can help improve the health of people in our community," says then-Foundation chair Debbie Quick. "I know there are folks who can't afford to have screenings if there is a cost attached, and some of them no doubt have health issues that they are not even aware of. Wellness Screening Day is an ideal opportunity to get those issues identified so they can be dealt with before they start causing serious health problems."
Every year, dozens of FirstHealth employees and Richmond Memorial Hospital-affiliated physicians volunteer their time and service to Wellness Screening Day, an event that actually starts several weeks beforehand with pre-draw testing. Those who have their blood drawn for various tests or have an EKG (electrocardiogram), pulmonary function test or other screening can then pick up the results at the actual Screening Day event when local health care professionals are available to discuss the results with them.
"There is no telling how many lives we have touched in a positive way through Wellness Screening Day," says RMH President John Jackson. "People really do take advantage of it, and that tells us that they see it as a very valuable, worthwhile service." services
Total Hip and Knee Class
Every year, FirstHealth's orthopaedic surgeons perform about 1,000 joint replacement surgeries. Every Wednesday, men and women who are about to get those artificial hips and knees attend a Total Hip and Knee class to learn about what lies before them.
The two-hour class, held on Moore Regional Hospital's 2C nursing unit where patients recover after surgery, has been meeting for about 15 years. Prospective patients are invited to bring a family member who can also participate in the class, ask questions and meet members of the staff.
"The class is provided to allay the fears, concerns and questions that the patient or family member may have," says Evelyn Dimps- Williams, R.N., the assistant director of 2C Orthopaedics/Urology. "It also allows them to meet the staff—nurses, therapists and discharge planner—that will be caring for them and to see the unit they will be on. Evaluations from the patients and family members are always positive and indicate that the class is a great help and gives them insight into what to expect."


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Watercolor on Arches CP 140lb, 9×12″. Photo reference: Greg Durrett of Julia Kay's Portrait Party.
Originally published on October 2, 2010 at http://watercoloredhands.wordpress.com/2010/10/02/a-portrait-a-day-22-greg/
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Watercolor on Arches cp 140lb, 9×12″. Photo reference is Michael Scholl of Julia Kay's Portrait Party.
Originally blogged on September 24, 2010 at: http://watercoloredhands.wordpress.com/2010/09/24/a-portrait-a-day-17-michael-scholl/
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on Sep 30, 2010
Watercolor on Canson Montval CP 140lb, 9×12. Took me around 35 minutes, not counting a couple of breaks. The painting turned out very saturated and colorful and I had difficulties making the image match the painting. This should give a rough idea, though, of course, it's almost always better in person.
Ken Meyer Jr is an artist and illustrator I "met" through RedBubble.com. He sent me some pictures for my A Portrait A Day project and this is the interpretation of one of them. Check out Ken's website here.
Originally posted on September 20, 2010 at: http://watercoloredhands.wordpress.com/2010/09/20/a-portrait-a-day-15-ken-meyer-jr/
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For a Valentine's Day dessert you need a bit of a treat – something sweet, delicious, and perfect for sharing. A little wicked indulgence.
If you've decided to prepare the healthy main course I suggested yesterday then you deserve something naughty, like this twist on the classic Eton Mess. Crumbled muscavado meringue, sharp winter rhubarb and a lick of thick, luscious double cream- is there a more perfect combination?
Like the main course this is a make-in-advance dish, ensuring you can concentrate on romance rather than the cooking. The meringues can be prepared the day before as can the rhubarb and the cream. You could even use shop-bought meringues if you're really pushed for time.
Rhubarb Mess
Chef's tip: An egg white a few days old will increase in volume much more than a fresh one and should be at room temperature for best results
For the meringues
- 2 egg whites
- 60g muscavado sugar
- 60g caster sugar
For the rhubarb
- 150g rhubarb
- 1 tsp sugar
- 30ml water
- 100ml double cream
This quantity will make more than enough meringues for the recipe, but a single egg white is a pain to whisk and leftover meringues are great!
To make meringues, first preheat oven to 100ºC. Whisk egg whites in an electric mixture until they form soft peaks. Keep whisking while adding the sugars a tablespoon at a time until the mixture is glossy. Using a dessert spoon drop large spoonfuls of meringue on a greaseproof sheet. This quantity will make about 8-10 meringues. Bake for two hours, then allow to cool.
Cut rhubarb into inch-long pieces and poach gently with sugar and water in a saucepan for around ten minutes, turning occasionally, until soft but not collapsed. Set aside to cool.
Whip cream until it forms stiff peaks.
To serve, crumble two meringues per person into a large bowl, fold in the cream and spoon over the rhubarb pieces (save the liquid and use in cocktails or pour over yoghurt). Serve with two spoons…


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This post is the first in what will become a frequent installment on CGB, a place where all the important links of the day are condensed into one post and frontpaged. Think of this as the CGB version of AtQ's Morning Quack Fix. This complements the DBD and is in no way designed to undermine or replace the DBD. While the DBD is the day-long series of Cal stories, non-Cal stories, non-stories, and entertaining discussion, this is the place for a quick recap of all the day's major Cal-related stories. This ongoing series is for those with little time on their hands or those who don't want to wade through 500 comments to get the delicious nuggets of wisdom. With the fall camp underway and the beginning of the season two weeks away, there is a lot of information that readers may be missing out on if they can't manage to read all the way through the DBD. Furthermore, the site is getting more and more traffic everyday as we approach kickoff. This summary will get readers old and new all caught up at the end of each day. Assuming I have enough stories to post, I can post these as often as daily on weekdays with one weekend post on Sunday nights.
Now, to the links! After the jump you'll find info on Tad Smith's season-ending injury, shifts in the depth chart on defense, an update on Best's health, rankings/predictions for Cal football, a transfer out of the Cal basketball team, and an update on the Coaches vs Cancer tourney in November.
By the way, if you have a better suggestion for a name for this series of posts, please let me know. I haven't yet come up with anything that is as clever as "Morning Quack Fix."
- In case you missed the big news from yesterday's practice, tight end Tad Smith tore his right ACL and will miss the season. Other news from yesterday's practice included DE Trevor Guyton usurping Cameron Jordan on the first-team defense.
- JO held his live chat today, which most of us seem to have missed. If you want to get caught up on everything from the first two weeks of camp, read the transcript. Key points: Best feels "almost 100%," Conte is developing at safety, Sofele will likely be among the few freshmen who don't redshirt, shuffling LBs have limited the role of the new JC linebackers.
- Dr Saturday has four reasons why Cal may win the Pac-10: pass defense, Best, playing USC at home, and expected improvement from Riley.
- Doug Haller of the Arizona Republic predicts Cal will finish 3rd in the Pac-10. Despite citing an improved offense and improved defense, he thinks high expectations will doom Cal. He faults Cal for 7 consecutive winning seasons without a BCS berth. The Washington Post and the Los Angeles Times also submit their rankings for Cal at 15th and 16th, respectively.
- In Cal basketball news, junior guard Eddie Miller transferred to UC Davis and Cal will face Syracuse in the opening round of the Coaches vs Cancer tournament Nov 19th.
Did you catch any stories I may have overlooked? Do you have any comments on the stories already posted? If so, comment away.


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64–year–old Joyce Enright has been taking cholesterol-lowering drugs for 7 years.
"I just couldn't get it under control myself, it was time."
Doctors used to rely on a specific cholesterol level to determine which patients needed the drugs known as statins.
Now new guidelines from the American Heart Association and The American College of Cardiology are recommending statins for four high–risk groups.
The groups include: Patients with cardiovascular disease, Those with a bad cholesterol 190 or higher, patients between 40 and 75 with Type 2 diabetes and patients between 40 and 75 with a ten year elevated risk of cardiovascular disease.
Dr. Neil Stone at Northwestern Memorial Hospital says, "We're talking about intensive lifestyle, the proper statin if the qualify and then a discussion."
But some cardiologists worry more people will be on statins who may not need them.
Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum at Lenox Hill Hospital says, "It can cause muscle pain, it can cause joint pain, it could cause liver problems, elevation of liver enzymes. It could cause memory loss."
The guidelines also emphasize a heart healthy lifestyle. In Enright's case diet and exercise were not enough, plus she had a family history.
"I'm healthier now. I have a healthier lifestyle," says Joyce. Doctors say guidelines help, but stress each patient needs to be evaluated individually.
The new guidelines include recommendations for prescribing statins, saying higher doses may be best for some patients.
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Paleolithic Art and Culture
Prehistoric Paleolithic Art and Culture
in IRELAND
All we have available to throw light on
Stone Age culture in general and prehistoric
art in particular, is anonymous debris: chipped and polished stones,
broken shards, decorated and fashioned bones, entombed skeletons or the
scanty buried remains of ancient men, rock panels decorated with painted
or engraved figures and lastly funerary monuments and ruined places of
worship and fortified sites.
For its part, the geography of those early
times shows us (until a date quite close to our own from the geological
viewpoint) entire continents, such as the south Asian shelf, today submerged
beneath the waves, and continental bridges, now broken, between the two
Mediterranean shores, between England and Europe and between Anatolia
and the Balkans.
That is why Europe, the only fully explored region today, should be considered not as a self-sufficient unit but as a peninsula attached to the north-west of the prehistoric world, over which each new human wave rolled in turn.
The presence of successive stone tool-cultures also poses racial problems, as the introduction of new civilizations in Europe normally coincides with the appearance of new human types whose origin is not in western Europe.
India, Asia Minor, western Europe, eastern, southern and western Africa, and Java stand out as areas which have gone through comparatively similar human phases. In spite of the notable variations in tool-cultures, we can see that they are related; even if the combinations are comparatively varied, the constituent elements reappear, and in approximately the same order of succession. Moreover, there seems to be little doubt that Siberia and even northern China became, as from a certain moment at the end of the Quaternary period, components of this ensemble and probably the sources of the principal variations. See: Chinese Art Timeline (c.18,000 BCE - present).
Prehistoric Society
Man was only belatedly forced to frequent caves because of a cold phase towards the end of the last interglacial (c.10,000 BCE); then the curtain began to rise on his social life. This more stable and preserving habitat reveals hearths and sometimes tombs.
Both the mobiliary
art (portable carvings) and the parietal
art (murals, reliefs inside caves and shelters) of prehistory, apart
from their great artistic interest, pose many other problems concerning
the magical and perhaps religious aim of this earliest
art. Strangely enough the totemic female symbols of the mid- Aurignacian
period - like the mysterious Lion
Man of Hohlenstein Stadel (c.38,000 BCE) and the Venus
of Willendorf (c.25,000 BCE) - disappear later, giving way to the
animal art already in the course of development. Animals are represented
pierced with symbolical arrows (bison and ibexes at Niaux; horses at Lascaux),
clay models are riddled with spear marks (at Montespan, a headless lion
and bear, which seem to have received new skins at various times) - facts
which evoke the idea of sympathetic magic.
As among the Eskimos, the winter was undoubtedly
a dead season for hunting; early man had to live largely on the provisions
he had accumulated. It was a time for celebrating the rites of the tribe
in the Eskimo manner: the initiation of adolescents into traditions and
beliefs and the rights and duties of adults; ceremonies for the increase
of useful animals, for the destruction of the biggest wild beasts and
for hunting magic; and appeals for these ends to the higher powers who
preside over these things, to the souls of slain animals which they wanted
to be reincarnated. All these customs, which still exist among the Eskimos,
may also have existed in the Upper Paleolithic, and they would provide
a satisfactory explanation of the religious and magical nature of the
figurative representations. A number of engraved or carved bones were
probably fashioned to serve as hunting charms.
Sources of Prehistoric
Figurative Art
A large number of Magdalenian bone blades
exhibit very rich decorations which were obtained by grouping motifs of
this origin: ellipses, zigzags, chevrons and fleurons. Among the figures
there are representations of fish and animal heads and also of inanimate
objects various implements and even huts. Many of the designs were engraved
or painted on cave walls. For more information, please see: Prehistoric
Abstract Signs (40,000-10,000 BCE).
For the origins of painting and sculpture, see: Homepage.