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Kate Lehman believes everyone deserves a second chance; even the two people convicted and imprisoned for the 2004 murder of her stepdaughter, Terra Parker.
Parker, a 24-year-old mother of two, was killed on Holy Thursday. Her throat was slit and her body dumped at a Mormon Church in Avondale.
The man who wielded the knife was sentenced to life in prison without parole. A woman also involved in her death received two decades behind bars.
Both were high on methamphetamine at the time of the killing.
"One thing I always have not wanted to do was to have Terra become an object lesson," Lehman said. "I don't want to trot her out to make a point."
However, Lehman felt moved to share her story in light of the recent execution of Robert Moormann, Feb. 29, at the Arizona State Prison Complex-Florence.
The bishops of the Arizona Catholic Conference reiterated their opposition to the use of the death penalty through a statement two days prior to the execution.
In it, the bishops emphasized their compassion for "those who are victims of brutal crimes and for their families," while maintaining the stance the death penalty is "problematic," and unjustified.
The Arizona Catholic Conference is the public policy agency for the Dioceses of Phoenix, Tucson and Gallup, N.M., and the Holy Protection of Mary Byzantine Catholic Eparchy of Phoenix.
"If it takes using this example to show not every victim of a crime like this wants this kind of retribution -— unless we do speak out — the death penalty will be used as an excuse that the victims' families want it," Lehman said.
"The Church has been pretty clear on the death penalty. I don't understand how others think it's justice to take a person's life. To me, it's the exact opposite of why Jesus gave His life on the cross."
Dan Peitzmeyer, president of the Arizona Death Penalty Forum and member of Pax Christi Phoenix, said he believes people who support the death penalty are simply misinformed.
"They think there is a benefit to society from executing people who have done heinous and egregious acts," he said. "Violence begets violence. States which execute have a higher percentage of capital cases than do states which have eliminated the death penalty."
Nationally, 1,281 people have been executed since the death penalty was reinstated in 1976.
Currently, 65 percent of Americans support capital punishment. Peitzmeyer said it's the lowest show of support since its reinstatement more than 30 years ago.
"All life is sacred, from conception to natural death. It is easier to be sympathetic to the death of an unborn innocent, than to the death of the guilty," he said.
Lehman said if the defendants in her stepdaughter's murder trial had received the death penalty, she was going to ask the court for leniency.
Her reason may surprise you.
"When I saw them (defendants), I saw them as children, and every child needs an opportunity to feel loved and valued," she said. "He (male defendant) has the right to reflect on his life and ask God's forgiveness, and if it takes 50 years to happen, he should have the time to do it."
Trent Horn, coordinator of respect life parish leadership support for the diocese, said the Bible is filled with stories of murder and forgiveness.
One story that stands out is that of Paul, who murdered Christians while he persecuted them as Saul of Tarsus.
"The Church teaches that every human life has dignity and value because we are made in God's image," Horn said. "Even humans who have committed terrible sins are eligible for God's grace and the opportunity to repent."
All three agree the public needs to be better educated on the topic of the death penalty, from homilies at the ambo, to seminars, conferences and workshops.
"If we claim we want to know and love like Jesus, we can't condone the death penalty," Lehman said. "We need to get past retribution or we're never going to achieve what He envisioned for us on earth."
The statement from the Arizona Bishops quoted Blessed John Paul II's, Evangelium Vitae, #56. The late pope, an ardent defender of human life on the world stage, wrote that the use of capital punishment should be limited to only those extremely rare situations where it is necessary to defend society.
Horn said Blessed John Paul II taught that taking a human life may not be done to merely punish or "send a message," but "can only be done in the narrow circumstances where it is impossible to protect other human lives without the use of lethal force."
Horn gave the example of war. "A just war can only be fought in response to a grave, lasting, certain threat that cannot be neutralized by any other peaceful means and can be stopped with a legitimate prospect of success."
Lehman readily admits she had no idea she could forgive, but she has. And in that forgiveness she not only found peace, but compassion.
She prays that the incarcerated woman, also a mother, will have an opportunity to come to know her daughter one day far from the cold walls of prison.
She prays the man spending his life behind bars will find God and come to understand He is the only person who has his best interests at heart.
"I do hope the best, in terms of finding God, for both those tortured souls," Lehman said. "I don't think of it as being generous — it's what Jesus asks of us."
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After buying a 1992 SC400 to get its suspension for restoring a different car, Murilee Martin set out to make his money back by parting out the 20-year-old luxury car. In this final installment, he sells parts on eBay to see whether it's possible to come out ahead.
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I made noodles in crisp lettuce cups, alike San Choi Bao that I posted before, yet adding lots of spices into it. Also by tossing in some water chestnuts, celery and baby sweet corns, the smooth cellophane noodles were mixed into a bed of crunchy vegetables. As I expected, this dish was refreshing, full of spices with many flavours.
Spicy Pork Mince and Noodles in Crisp Lettuce Cups (Printable recipe)
- 75 gm cellophane noodles
- 375 gm ground pork (pork mince)
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 Tbsp minced ginger
- 1 Tbsp ground bean sauce (磨豉醬), available at Asian stores
- 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
- 70gm water chestnuts (frozen or canned), chopped
- 35 gm baby sweet corns (fresh or canned), thinly sliced
- 2 spring onions (shallot), finely sliced
- a handful of coriander (cilantro), chopped
- 2 Tbsp fish sauce
- 1 1/2 Tbsp lime juice
- sesame oil, to taste
- 1 iceberg lettuce, leaves separated and trimmed into cups
- 1 small red chili (for garnish, optional), seeded and finely chopped
- 2 tsp light soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tsp cornflour
- 1 Tbsp water
- pepper, to taste
- Mix ground pork with marinade well for 15 minutes. Soak cellophane noodles in boiling water for 10 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
- In a frying pan or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Saute ginger, garlic and ground bean sauce until aromatic. Add pork and cook for 5 minutes. Stir and separate the pork into smaller pieces if they stick together.
- Add celery, water chestnuts and baby sweet corns and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes if you'd like crunchy vegetables, or cook longer as desired. But don't over cook the vegetables. (Note: Water chestnuts can be eaten as raw as fruits. So, you can mix them in after removing from heat if you like.)
- Remove from heat. Stir in noodles, spring onion and coriander. Season with lime juice, fish sauce and sesame oil. Mix well.
- To serve, arrange lettuce leaves on plates. Spoon pork and noodles mixture on lettuce cups. Garnish with chopped chilies if desired. Drizzle with chili sauce.
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Welcome to today's Surrey Live - bringing you breaking news, all the latest headlines from around the county and regular traffic & travel updates.
If there's something you want to tell us about, tweet @getsurrey, post on our Facebook page or email Surrey Live.
MORNING EVERYONE: It's Friday! Hello everyone and welcome to our final breaking news blog of the week. Once again I, David Stubbings, will be with you this morning bringing you the latest goings on from around the county.
What a lovely start to the day. I'm not a natural early riser but when the weather is as nice as this it makes the experience much more enjoyable. The best thing is it should stay like this all day as well!
Remember if you see something you want to tell us about or wish to give your reaction to any news story, you're more than welcome. Simply tweet @getsurrey, visit our Facebook page or email us at Surrey Live.
And without further ado, let's go.
FAST CAR/SLOW TRAFFIC: It's not terribly busy so far on the roads, although I expect that to change as the morning goes on.
One incident to note so far and that's Godstone Road in Lingfield, which has been closed since 4.30am because of an accident at the junction with Plaistow Street. Police are directing traffic and the road is likely to remain closed going into the morning peak.
HEATWAVE WEEKEND: To give you an idea of how warm it's going to get this weekend, here's some information about what's due to happen.
Laura Young, from the Met Office, said: "Most areas are going to be fine and dry. The South East and East Anglia could see temperatures around 23 and 24 degrees, with the rest of the country in the late teens, early 20s."
If anyone is having a barbecue this weekend, remember I am only an email away!
COUNCIL PAY RISES: It's a topic that is still causing a fair bit of debate. In the latest development, a spokesman for the Department for Communities and Local Government said councillors should lead by example if staff have had a pay freeze and just a 1% increase.
"There can be little excuse for a council refusing to freeze council tax on grounds it has no money, but then using taxpayers' cash to hike up the overall cost of councillors," said the spokesman.
However the Conservative Group at Surrey County Council responded: "Many of these roles equate to a full time job, particularly in light of the additional duties handed down from central government, and in order to attract a wide-range of people with diverse backgrounds, it is vital that the remuneration is at an appropriate level."
What do you think? You can tell us know by tweeting @getsurrey, visit our Facebook page or emailing us at Surrey Live.
INJURED POLICEMAN: Some of you in the Stanwell area may have noticed yesterday that Stanwell Moor Road was closed for a time.
It was due to a crash involving a car and a Surrey Police motorcyclist, who was airlifted to hospital with serious leg injuries.
FAST CAR/SLOW TRAFFIC: Traffic is starting to slow on the M25 clockwise around junction 10 (Wisley Interchange). It's also starting to get busy heading into Guildford, particularly on Woodbridge Road.
ARMED ROBBER JAILED: Remember this dramatic scene from April 1? It was when brave members of the public wrestled a man to the ground shortly after he raided a bookmakers in West Molesey with a fake gun.
That man was Richard Brian Coleman and yesterday he was jailed for seven years after admitting robbery and possession of an imitation firearm. The court heard how Coleman entered the bookies at around 10.30am, wearing a red bandana to cover his face and brandishing the imitation firearm.
Judge Christopher Critchlow told Coleman: "This was a frightening incident and the victims have talked of their nervousness as a result of the crime.
"It was pre-planned and you were wearing a disguise, but because of the brave actions of three members of the public you were apprehended."
TRAVEL: Godstone Road in Lingfield is still closed but, apart from the M25 at the Wisley Interchange, all other roads are still moving well at the moment.
TEENAGER IN COURT: The jury in the trial of 17-year-old cannabis dealer, Deighton Wilson, who is accused of wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, has heard a statement from a 15-year-old boy. In it he said the alleged victim of Mr Wilson's attack was trying to rob the teenage dealer.
Wilson has already pleaded guilty to possessing class B drugs with intent to supply and possessing a blade.
The trial continues.
REOPENED ROAD: Godstone Road in Lingfield is now open after the accident from earlier this morning was cleared away.
HEADTEACHER CLEARED: Laura Blair, the former headteacher of Unsted Park School in Godalming, who gave a pupil a razor blade so they could self harm has been cleared of misconduct.
Ms Blair's case was heard by a professional conduct panel run by the National College for Teaching and Leadership (NCTL). The panel was launched when whistle-blowers at the school raised concerns over Ms Blair's decision to launch the supervised self harm policy for a single pupil, referred to as Pupil A, in which they would be given a sterile disposable razor blade and a room in which to self harm, being checked on every five to 10 minutes.
Chairman John Pemberton said: "Laura Blair explained that this took place when Pupil A's behaviour was becoming an increasing cause for concern."
FAST CAR/SLOW TRAFFIC: On the roads at the moment, traffic is starting to build up on the Hog's Back heading eastbound between Puttenham and the A3. There's also queueing traffic on the A322, northbound, at Lightwater berween Bagshot Road and the M3 junction.
It's also slow on the M25 anticlockwise between junctions 13 (A30 Staines) and 12 (M3) and clockwise at junction 10 (Wisley Interchange).
TRAIN TIMES: Remember the new summer timetable comes out on Sunday with both South West Trains and Southern promising slight changes to their scheduling.
POLICE TWITTER: A message from officers in Woking.
We were hacked! Sorry if our tweets appeared a bit strange yesterday. We do many things but we don't do advertising!! @DCSuptCollins— Woking Police (@WokingBeat) May 16, 2014
INJURED POLICEMAN: Meanwhile Surrey Police's traffic cops have tweeted this message in relation to a motorcyclist who was injured in Stanwell yesterday.
Thank you for all the words of support for our colleague injured yesterday. We will pass them on to him and his Family.— Surrey Roads Police (@SurreyRoadCops) May 16, 2014
UKIP CANDIDATE: A UKIP election candidate in Runnymede will not be withdrawn from the ballot despite the fact his party membership has lapsed. James Elgar, 19, from Ottershaw, was reported to Runnymede Borough Council's Electoral Services for comments made on his Twitter account deemed to be racist and sexist.
During the investigation into his tweets, it was found his party membership expired in January. Councillor Christopher Browne, chairman of UKIP Runnymede and Weybridge, said: "In the event of his being elected, he will not be able to sit with the UKIP grouping in the council chamber. He may well sit as an independent. That would be his decision."
NARROW ESCAPE: Recently we told you about a Guildford couple who jumped out of an upstairs window to escape fatal toxic smoke coming from a washing machine fire in their flat.
Toby Carmichael-Jack was woken by his girlfriend, Jasmine Hurst, when the bedroom of their house started to fill with smoke. Speaking to my colleague, Tim Harris, he said: "It was a 15ft drop down, there was no kind of ladder in the property as a means of escape.
"The damage is quite severe in every room bar the bedroom. All the walls are black and there is a thick stench. The washing machine had somehow short-circuited and caught fire."
ACCIDENT: Dovers Green Road in Reigate is partially blocked in both directions at the moment because of an accident involving two vehicles at the junction with Sandcross Lane.
INJURED CYCLIST: We've received this report. We will bring you more information as and when we get it.
Teenage cyclist knocked off his bike on North Holmwood roundabout. Lad laying down ambulance just turned up. @getsurrey— Damian Howe (@sussexyid) May 16, 2014
WHAT DID HE SAY? To look back on the 2013-14 football season, the Surrey Herald's sports editor, Clive Youlton, picks out 10 top quotes from Staines Town manager, Marcus Gayle.
Find out what he had to say about his players, his team, and a few other matters last season, including: "I don't think I'd get away with standing behind the dugout. I'm a bit too visible, unless I disguised myself as a lamppost or a floodlight pylon."
SUNSHINE: We have had this photo sent in of our offices at Stoke Mill, Guildford, taken yesterday evening from the River Wey as Malcolm and Debbie Knight made the most of the lovely evening we had.
As we are set for the hottest weekend of the year so far, there will be plenty of opportunities to get out and enjoy Surrey in the sun. If any of you do get out and about over the next couple of days, we'd love to see your photos of you enjoying the sunshine! Simply email them to email@example.com .
INJURED CYCLIST: News on the cyclist injured earlier this morning in North Holmwood.
The cyclist collided with a car at around 8.30am in Deepdene Avenue and has been taken to East Surrey Hospital in Redhill with minor injuries.
ARRESTED COUNCILLOR: Guildford borough councillor, Monika Juneja, claims her arrest for 'pretending to be a barrister' stems from a racially-motivated campaign against the authority's Local Plan.
She was visited by Surrey Police last Wednesday (May 7), marking the culmination of months of debate over allegations that she described herself as a barrister despite claims she had never been called to the bar.
Claiming she was picked as the target of vitriol due to her ethnicity, she said: "I have been put through the ordeal of questioning at a police station because a number of individuals are determined to pursue what appears to be an aggressive, personal and politically motivated vendetta against me.
"These individuals continue to press this matter despite the council's independent investigation having reported earlier this year and the Ombudsman having looked into this matter, and I feel that this is also racially motivated."
CHERTSEY ACCIDENT: Police officers in Runnymede have warned motorists about an accident in the Chertsey area.
Please be aware there has been a 3 x vehicle RTC on the St Peters Way Roundabout - Junction 11 M25, lots of traffic build up #police— Runnymede Police (@RunnymedeBeat) May 16, 2014
FATAL CRASH: This morning I mentioned that Godstone Road in Lingfield was closed due to an accident. Surrey Police has now, sadly, announced that it was a fatal crash.
A woman in her 20s was pronounced dead at the scene after her white Ford Fiesta left the road and hit a tree at around 3.40am. Anyone who witnessed the collision or the events surrounding it is urged to contact Surrey Police on 101 quoting reference P14141529.
STONE AGE MEETS IRON (PIPE) AGE: Well this is a bit of a turn up for the books (/website!). A Stone Age hunting camp, Roman villa and other prehistoric findings have been discovered during the laying of a new water main in Fetcham.
Crews from Sutton and East Surrey Water were busy installing the new iron pipepline close to the River Mole when they made the discovery. Project manager Kevin Shilling said they do sometimes come across archaeological remains when replacing pipes but the Fetcham remains were "quite surprising".
"We are excited to have been part of it."
MOTOCROSS DEATH: Some more now about the tragic death of 16-year-old Bradley Hooper, who was killed in a motocross accident last weekend.
Bradley's family have described him as a "gentle and considerate teenager who was full of life" in a statement released through Hampshire Constabulary. They family went on to say: "Bradley was full of life and lived life to the full. Sadly he has been taken from us at such a young age.
"May we take this opportunity to thank the paramedics and air ambulance in their efforts to save Bradley. We also want to thank the police and liaison officer for all their help and support at this very difficult time."
PENGUIN: Would you like to see a picture of a toy penguin in a bag? What's that, you would? Well then today's your lucky day.
Pebbles up up & away to his party 24th May tickets at http://t.co/QUb112IAsH pic.twitter.com/t1TcqAUybQ— Egham Library (@EghamLib) May 15, 2014
CHICK UPDATE: Sticking with the cute and fluffy, here's today's tweet from Stamford Green Primary School, where a handful of chicks hatched earlier this week.
Cue hearts melting all over Surrey.
Ahhhh sometimes you just need a nap after lunch! pic.twitter.com/jYB421nS90— Stamford Green (@StamfordGreen) May 16, 2014
FITTING TRIBUTE: The memory of a three-year-old girl who very sadly died during a family holiday at Christmas has been recognised with a story chair at Bramley Infant School.
Georgia Fieldsend died on December 30 due to a ruptured aneurysm. On Saturday the chair was unveiled by her mum Ilse, 39, dad James, 38, and brother Joshua, two, on what would have been Georgia's fourth birthday.
To mark the occasion, Ilse read two of Georgia's favourite books, The Paper Dolls and The Gruffalo. A Wendy House has also been donated for the area by Ilse and a close friend which has been named 'Georgia's House'.
George's mum said: "She was just a beautiful girl and loved to read books. I think books help to build a vivid imagination and it is an important part of raising children."
HANDOVER: Right that's it from me this morning. I am now handing you over to James 'Jim' Watkins. Have a great weekend and enjoy the sunshine but stay safe!
GOOD MORNING: Hello Everybody. I am back on the blog for today, and what a day to be in the office.
If you have any pictures of sunny Surrey that you want to send in, or if there is anything else you want to get in touch about, please feel free.
Either tweet @getsurrey, post on our Facebook page or email Surrey Live.
COLD CALLERS: Watch out for cold callers in the Heatherside area of Surrey Heath.
Surrey Police has sent out a warning following a number of recent incidents were vulnerable and elderly people have been targetted.
On Wednesday May 14 at around 5.40pm, a woman knocked on a resident's door claiming to be from Lloyds bank and asked for cash to settle an outstanding debt.
The homeowner allowed the woman into the house but in the course of their conversation became suspicious and asked her to leave.
COLD CALLERS: Another incident occurred later on the evening of Wednesday May 14, at around 6.37pm, when a woman approached a householder and sold a plant to the elderly resident for £20.
The suspect is described as a white, aged around 30 to 40 years old with black shoulder length hair.
She was approximately 5ft 8in tall, of slim to medium build and was wearing a blue knitted top and jeans. It is believed that she arrived in a car.
Officers have also received reports of a further incident on Monday 12 May when an elderly woman was visited by a woman claiming to be from the water company. She took a sample of water from the tap before leaving but fortunately it appears that nothing was stolen.
COLD CALLERS: DC Paul Harris, who is investigating the incidents, said: "Bogus callers who prey on the more vulnerable in our communities are cruel and cowardly and we are advising residents to stay vigilant.
"Neighbours of elderly homeowners can help by making them aware of the potential pitfalls and keeping an eye out for suspicious people around their properties.
"Our advice would be not to let any unexpected visitors into your home.
"Always stop to think whether you are expecting any callers, use the chain if you do decide to answer the door and check for identification before letting anyone in.
"Don't be taken in by these con artists who say they are from the water board, council, etc, however convincing their story may sound.
"We are keen to hear from anyone who saw anything suspicious in the area at the time of these incidents or has information which will help us progress the investigation.
"Please call Surrey Police on 101 quoting reference 45140039218."
FUNDRAISER: Are you one of the hundreds of walkers limbering up to take on the 65km trek through Surrey tomorrow in aid of the Cystic Fibrosis Trust?
The view today from St Martha's. Hope it's not as warm tomorrow. #GreatStrides pic.twitter.com/ap7ldKyjpi— Great Strides 65 (@GreatStrides65) May 16, 2014
The team behind the fundraiser, Great Strides 65, have posted this picture from one of beauty spots that the walk will go through.
If you are taking part, get in touch afterwards with a tweet @getsurrey, post on our Facebook page or email Surrey Live, and let us know how it went.
A community hall devastated by a suspected arson attack has been officially reopened following a rebuild.
Less than two years after Mayford Village Hall was almost completely destroyed in a fire believed to have been started deliberately, the ribbon was cut at the opening ceremony on Sunday.
Alan Briggs, secretary of the Mayford Village Hall Trustees, said of the opening: "Finally on May 11, it was open for business as usual after a very traumatic experience. It went very well.
"Bob Smith, a longstanding resident and local businessman, cut the ribbon at the opening ceremony.
"All present were welcomed by the trustees and invited to tour the building and enjoy the drinks and canapes made available in the main hall.
"We have got a fantastic hall now."
NEWS: The former headteacher of a Godalming special school, who gave a razor blade to a pupil in order to self harm, has been cleared of misconduct.
Laura Blair, who was the head of Unsted Park School, run by the Priory, gave the blade to the teenager, who had a history of self-harming, in an attempt to control their behaviour.
A professional conduct panel, run by the National College for Teaching and Leadership (NCTL), determined that her actions in instigating the policy, which was dropped six days later following a storm of complaints, were not a case of unacceptable professional conduct.
NOT SWEATER WEATHER: This weekend is set to be one of the hottest of the year so far, with temperatures of 24°C.
It will be great weather to spend some time, responsibly, in a beer garden or two.
We have compiled a list of some of the best around Surrey and north-east Hampshire.
If a pub garden is not your thing, there are plenty of other choices to keep you busy over the weekend.
TOP STORY: This is our top story as we approach lunchtime.
Guildford Borough Councillor, Monika Juneja has claimed that her arrest for 'pretending to be a barrister' stems from a racially-motivated campaign against Guildford Borough Council's Local Plan.
Cllr Juneja was visited by Surrey Police on Wednesday May 7, marking the culmination of months of debate over allegations that she described herself as a barrister despite claims she had never been called to the bar.
"I have been put through the ordeal of questioning at a police station because a number of individuals are determined to pursue what appears to be an aggressive, personal and politically motivated vendetta against me," she said.
SUNNY SURREY: Only one cloud in the sky in this photo posted by PC Tristan Barnett whilst on patrol.
What a day for foot patrol. And as a disclaimer we do patrol in the wet, but the photos are rubbish :-) pic.twitter.com/H7YoV8VbxE— PC Tristan Barnett (@PCTristanB) May 16, 2014
NEWS: A woman in her 20s has been killed after her car hit a tree in Lingfield this morning.
Surrey Police was called at 3.40am to Godstone Road, where the driver's white Ford Fiesta had left the road and struck a tree.
The woman was the sole occupant of the car and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Road closures were put in place while emergency crews attended. These were lifted at around 7.30am.
Anyone who witnessed the crash or the events surrounding it is asked to contact Surrey Police on 101, quoting reference P14141529.
POLICE WARNING: Woking police has had a number of reports of fraudsters pretending to be police officers over the phone.
A number of reports of fraudsters pretending to be cops over the phone! If in any doubt just ask for a collar number and name and call 101— Woking Police (@WokingBeat) May 16, 2014
The advice is to always ask for a collar number and name, and call 101.
NEWS: A teenager from Boston has been charged with two counts of attempted murder following a double stabbing in Epsom.
Shane Coffey, 19, was charged after an 18-year-old woman and 22-year-old man were stabbed at a house in Hook Road during the early hours of Good Friday this year (April 18)
The victims were taken to St George's Hospital in Tooting with serious but non-life threatening injuries.
The woman suffered arm and thorax injuries while the man was wounded in the head, lower leg and hand.
Detective sergeant Ian Cherrington said: "We understand that there have been concerns locally about the circumstances surrounding this attack, but I would like to reassure the public that this was an isolated incident and there is no further risk to the community."
TRAFFIC: Here is a quick update on Surrey's roads this lunchtime.
There is slow traffic and the road is partially blocked due an accident with a van and a bicycle on the A31 eastbound after the A331 Blackwater Valley Route in Tongham.
It is affecting Guildford-bound traffic just after the Ramada Hotel.
We will bring you more on this one when we get it.
NEWS: A teenage cyclist has been taken to hospital following a crash on Deepdene Avenue in North Holmwood this morning.
Surrey Police was called at 8.33am after receiving reports of a crash involving a cyclist and a car.
A spokesman from Surrey Police said the cyclist had been taken to East Surrey Hospital in Redhill suffering from minor injuries
NEWS: Child abduction and kidnap charges that were brought against a Stanwell man have been dropped.
Ricky Dent, 36, of Vernon Close, has now been released having been in custody for nearly two months.
He was originally arrested following an incident in Cavendish Road, Sunbury, on March 16.
A spokesman for Surrey Police said: "We can confirm that, following consultation with the Crown Prosecution Service, a man in his 30s who was arrested and charged with child abduction and kidnap following an incident in Sunbury in March will face no further action."
Great news, sportsfans, as Surrey have won their first match of the season.
Graeme Smith hit 103 on Wednesday to ensure that Gloucestershire were beaten by four wickets.
Surrey had drawn two and lost two in LV County Championship Division Two before that and are hoping the confidence gained from victory will inspire them for tonight's start of the T20 Blast.
TOP STORIES: Here are our top stories for you to look over this lunchtime.
'Barrister' arrest councillor claims racism behind campaign
Headteacher who gave razor blade to self-harm pupil cleared of misconduct
US teenager charged over Epsom double stabbing
TRAFFIC: Traffic has returned to normal and the road has been cleared following the accident between a van and a bicycle on the A31 eastbound in Tongham.
Traffic is said to be busy on Woodbridge Road in Guildford, but it is moving before York Road.
The family of Bradley Hooper, who was killed in a crash at a motocross event at the weekend, have described him as a "gentle considerate teenager who was full of life".
In a statement, the 16-year-olds family said: "Bradley was full of life and lived life to the full. Sadly he has been taken from us at such a young age.
"He was kind, gentle, considerate and made everybody laugh, and always had an infectious smile on his face. He loved playing jokes on people and making funny faces."
COMPETITION TIME: We are giving away three pairs of VIP passes to the Oxted Food and Drink Festival taking place on Saturday, June 21 at Master Park from 11am to 5pm.
For your chance to win, head here and answer the question at the bottom of the story.
Former Westlife singer and Cobham resident, Shane Filan, has been given three points on his driving licence and fined £200 for a speeding offence in Epsom.
Filan did not attend the hearing today, but Staines Magistrates' Court heard how the 34-year-old was caught driving at 38mph on the 30mph-limit B280 Christ Church Road on November 9 last year.
Peter Renshaw, chair of the magistrates, ordered that three points be put on Filan's licence, and also imposed a £200 fine, £85 costs and a £20 victim surcharge.
Surrey Herald sports editor, Clive Youlton, has taken a look back on the 2013/14 season by picking out his top 10 quotes from Staines Town Manager, Marcus Gayle.
It includes the likes of: "They like to intimidate but it doesn't wash with me. I don't know what coffee they were drinking coming here and thinking Marcus Gayle and his team were going to be any sort of walkover".
One of our top stories at the moment is about McLaren's racing director, Eric Boullier, saying he expects the Woking-based team to improve following a third consecutive pointless performance in Barcelona last weekend.
He said: "We know our journey to full competitiveness won't be a short one but it's already clear that the trend is in the right direction.
"I don't think we will shift our focus to 2015 but it is possible that we will draw a line by Silverstone and we may go with more radical concepts rather than going to the 2015 car."
SUNNY SURREY: Vann Lake in Ockley is looking particularly nice in today's sunny weather.
Great day for my guided walk at #VannLake this morning. Keep an eye on our website for other walks soon #Jamel pic.twitter.com/gew01fyAAj— Surrey WildlifeTrust (@SurreyWT) May 16, 2014
For more ideas on where to go and what to do to make the most of the weather, head here.
NEWS: Surrey Police has issued a warning to people living in Guildford following a spate of burglaries, in which cash, jewellery and computer equipment was taken, within two weeks in the borough.
Thieves have broken into homes using a variety of ways to gain entry, including reaching in through insecure doors, forcing rear doors using a tool and smashing the glass in doors.
POLICE OFFICER INJURED: Surrey Roads Police has praised the support it has been given after a colleague was injured in a crash with a car yesterday.
Great to have the support of our SMT and especially having @CCLynneOwens visit the team at Staines after the collision yesterday. #BigFamily— Surrey Roads Police (@SurreyRoadCops) May 16, 2014
Our Stay of the Day looking for a new home today is a young lurcher called Popeye.
The seven-month-old is being cared for by staff at RSPCA Millbrook.
Deputy manager Liz Wood said: "Popeye is just full of love for everyone, he is very sociable and just needs some basic training.
"He just loves to run around with a teddy in his mouth, he is a typical scatty young lurcher and is just finding his feet in life.
"He is sociable with other dogs, but is best as an only dog to start with.
"He can live with children around 10 years of age."
If you could offer Popeye a loving new home, please call 0300 1230740 or visit the Chobham centre.
Guildford County School pupils stepped out in style for their school prom last Friday.
The Year 11 pupils had an evening of music and alcohol-free mocktails to mark their last year at the school.
The prom king and queen were staff members, voted for by the students.
History teacher Daryl Bond was elected prom king and Year 11 tutor Nikki Sullivan was prom queen.
"It was brilliant, a lovely evening, and was both quite a happy and quite a sad weekend for staff and students," said Mrs Sullivan.
"They leave at midday as 16-year-olds and when they come back they have grown into adults. The girls looked stunning and the boys looked like gentlemen – very polite and very well behaved."
Check out our picture special of the prom here.
Plans have been unveiled for more than 2,000 homes, local shops, sports facilities, employment opportunities, medical provision and a new school at Wisley Airfield.
With an average of 2.4 people per household, the town would have a similar population to the Burpham area of Guildford and would include a business centre.
Campaigners said the 'exceptional circumstances' required to build on the green belt had not been demonstrated.
Mike Murray, project manager, said: "Wisley Airfield's unique attributes represent an exciting opportunity to create a sustainable new settlement to help Guildford meet its housing needs, while also respecting the area of outstanding natural beauty and the long-term principles of the green belt."
Godalming's Music in the Park event has begun and will offer concerts and performances every Sunday until September.
Music in the Park was launched last Sunday May 11 when the Godalming Band took to the bandstand in the Phillips Memorial Park.
The rain held off, making for great conditions to sit back and enjoy the music.
There will be a free concert at the bandstand every Sunday, generally from 3pm-5pm, right up to September.
Musicians from all manner of genres – including jazz and rock – will take it in turns to wow the crowds.
You can see more pictures from the event here.
ERRATIC BOAT: PC Oli McHale, a Surrey officer based in Guildford, is responding to reports of an erratic boat on the River Wey in the town.
PC Oli McHale is responding to reports of a boat being driven erratically on the river in Guildford Town. Unsure how I'm going to catch it?— Guildford Police (@GuildfordBeat) May 16, 2014
Extremely rare Stone Age discoveries including a hunting camp and Roman villa have been unearthed in Fetcham.
The finds were made during the installation of a new iron pipeline by Sutton and East Surrey Water at Cobham Road in the valley close to the river Mole.
Kevin Shilling, project manager at Sutton and East Surrey Water, said: "With around 20km of pipeline being replaced in our supply each year, there are occasions when we uncover archaeological remains.
"However, the Fetcham excavation has been quite surprising, we didn't expect findings from 10,000 years ago to come to light. We are excited to have been part of it."
HANDOVER: I am off on a break now, but I will leave you with Eleanor Davis, who is making her debut on the Live Blog.
She would love to hear from you, so please feel free to get in touch about any of our stories or send in your sunny snaps by either sending a tweet to @getsurrey, posting on our Facebook page or emailing Surrey Live.
HELLO: Afternoon everyone, I will be taking you through for the next hour or so.
A bit of traffic news for you, it's slow on the M25 clockwise between junction 11 M3 and junction 15 M4.
There is slow traffic on the M25 anticlockwise between junction 14 for Heathrow Terminal 4 and at junction 12 for the M3.
The A31 is busy but moving at the A325 Shepherd and Flock Roundabout, Farnham.
NEWLY HATCHED: Twitter user Dani Maimone has captured these beautiful goslings at Clandon Wood natural burial ground at the foot of the Surrey Hills.
Keep sending us your spring snaps to @getsurrey.
"Look guys I can flap my wings.." goslings @ClandonWood, so cute @SurreyWT @wildlifetrusts @getsurrey @BrigitteTrust pic.twitter.com/OtTMTLRY3J— Dani Maimone (@MamaBalloon) May 16, 2014
COURT: Earlier today ex-Westlife singer Shane Filan was given three points on his driving licence and fined £200 for a speeding offence in Epsom.
The singer, who did not attend the hearing today at Staines Magistrates' Court, was caught driving at 38mph on the 30mph-limit B280 Christ Church Road in November last year.
LINGFIELD: We have an update on the sad story about a young woman in her 20s being killed in a Lingfield crash.
Surrey Police was called at 3.40am to the scene this morning.
It is reported that the woman's car came from Lingfield Common Road and went straight over the junction with Godstone Road before hitting a tree.
Anyone who witnessed the crash or the events surrounding it is asked to contact Surrey Police on 101, quoting reference P14141529.
SPRING SNAPS: Thanks to Michael Gibson @junglybarry for tweeting us this picture of goslings heading to the Thames this afternoon.
Keep them coming in to us @getsurrey.
@Getsurrey A new family of geese making their way to the Thames near the mouth of the Longford river #aaawwwwwww pic.twitter.com/xPuj96S6yI— Michael Gibson (@junglybarry) May 16, 2014
GOOD AFTERNOON: I'm taking over for a little while now after a short but sweet debut performance from Eleanor.
Here's a bit of travel news for you. We have a broken down tanker causing all sorts of problems on the M25 clockwise just in time for the Friday rush hour. The vehicle has shut one lane at junction 14 but it has led to delays between junction 10 for Wisley all the way to junction 16, the turning for the M40. The Highways Agency is reporting a travel time of an hour.
NEWS: There seems to be a bit of unrest in the village of Cranleigh where the parish council has been branded a "dictatorship" after its chairman was re-elected for a 10th consecutive term.
Some villagers aren't happy that Brian Ellis has been chosen again despite apparently indicating last year that he wouldn't stand.
Have a look at our article and let us know if you're happy with the leadership of Cranleigh Parish Council.
PICTURES: Our photographers have been out and about today capturing the scenes of Surrey.
Here's one from Chris Whiteoak. It's Roly the dog getting ready for the weekend at an open day for youngsters at Merrist Wood College in Worplesdon.
ROADS: We've had reports of an accident on the A24 Leatherhead Road in Lower Ashtead at Grange Road/Ermyn Way. There is also news coming in of one on the A3 at Wisley. More details to follow.
A reminder too that it is slow on the clockwise Surrey stretch of the M25 after a tanker broke down.
WIN: If you're electrified by electronic music, you'll be interested in our latest competition.
We've got two pairs of tickets to give away for a one-day all-day party celebrating the very best of the genre in Hertfordshire this summer.
The Eastern Electrics Festival comes to Hatfield House on August 2 and you could be there by answering just one easy question.
And with that, I'm off, leaving you with James Watkins for the rest of the day. All the best for the weekend.
ALL CHANGE: Thank you Oliver and Eleanor. I will be with you now for the next couple of hours.
Let's start with a look at the rush hour traffic.
There are long delays on the M25 clockwise between Cobham services and junction 16. The travel time is around 60 minutes.
The accident has been cleared on the A24 Leatherhead Road at Grange Road in Lower Ashtead.
Flows are slow on the A3 southbound here in Guildford and there is queueing traffic on the A307 in Esher.
Surrey Police has released a statement following the sentencing of Richard Brian Coleman, the armed robber who was tackled to the ground by builders.
Investigating officer detective constable Philip Carter said: "This was a planned attack which terrified members of staff and public at the shop who were none the wiser that his firearm wasn't real.
"The actions of members of the public on that day cannot be underestimated and it goes without saying that we applaud them for their bravery in apprehending the robbery.
"While we would not normally encourage the intervention of bystanders for fear of their own safety, on this occasion it helped apprehend and ultimately led to the successful prosecution of this brazen criminal."
TRAFFIC: A bit more on Surrey's roads now. There is heavy traffic on the A25 Reigate Road in both directions in Dorking.
In Guildford, there is slow traffic on the A281 Millbrook at A322 Onslow Street, and there is queueing traffic on the B3000 in both directions between the A31 and Priorsfield Road.
This is a film I am really looking forward to seeing, and even more so now that I have found out its director, Gareth Edwards, is a graduate of UCA Farnham.
His first major success came with the low budget sci-fi Monsters, which earned him a Bafta nomination.
Edwards, who graduated from Farnham's University for the Creative Arts (UCA) in 1996, then landed the role of helming the 60th anniversary remake of one of the most iconic monster movies, Godzilla.
Edwards, 38, said: "Making this film was genuinely the hardest thing I've ever had to do in my life, but the reward is things like the premiere, showing it to fans, and watching it with them."
Surrey Police has renewed its appeal for missing Puttenham teenager Lucy Browne, who has been missing for more than a week.
Lucy was reported missing around 9.15pm on Tuesday May 6 and was last seen around 10am earlier the same day.
She is described as white, 5ft 3 tall, slim build, with long black hair which she usually wears in a bun or on the top of her head. She was wearing black leggings and a grey sweatshirt and had used fake tan around the time she was last seen.
Detective Inspector Peter Harvey, who is coordinating the search for Lucy, said: "As each day passes, we are becoming more and more concerned for Lucy's welfare.
"She is a young girl and this makes her extremely vulnerable.
"We believe that she has met up with other girls who were also reported missing during the last week.
"These girls, one of whom is from Surrey and two of whom are from Hampshire have all now returned home but Lucy has not.
"We believe Lucy is using the train as she has visited a number of areas over a wide geographical area since she has been missing.
"I am appealing to anyone who knows where she is, or who has seen or heard from her, to come forward with that information as a matter of urgency.
"We are extremely keen to ensure that she is safe and well.
"In the meantime, we will be following up a number of enquiries and our investigation will remain on-going until she is found."
Any sightings should be reported to Surrey Police on 101 quoting reference number P14131571. Alternatively call independent charity Missing People on 116 000.
COUNCIL PAY RISES: Following the controversy over Surrey County Council cabinet members voting through a higher than recommended pay rise, Private Eye has named the local authority in its infamous 'Rotten Borough' column this week.
The satirical news magazine said: "Despite having to find savings of £72m this year, county councillors vote themselves and their leaders a big fat pay increase."
Private Eye also noted the council's decision to increase the number of councillors receiving a special responsibility allowance (SRA) to 54 members, adding that the IRP (Independent Remuneration Panel) suggested the authority should "consider whether paying [SRA] to a majority of its members can be justified to the residents of Surrey".
NEWS: A 19-year-old from Boston charged with the attempted murder of an 18-year-old woman and 22-year-old man in Epsom is due to appear at Guildford Crown Court on Monday.
Shane Coffey was charged following the incident which happened in a house in Hook Road during the early hours of Good Friday this year.
The victims were taken to St George's Hospital in Tooting with serious but non-life threatening injuries.
The woman suffered arm and thorax injuries while the man was wounded in the head, lower leg and hand.
Mr Coffey was due to appear at Redhill Magistrates' Court today, but the hearing has been adjourned until Monday.
TRAFFIC: Traffic is slow on the A31 Farnham By-Pass at B3001 Station Hill, and there is heavy traffic on the A31 at A325 Shepherd and Flock roundabout.
There are still long delays on the M25 clockwise between junction 10 for the A3, which is creating slow traffic on the A3 itself.
Vehicles are queuing on the A322 Bagshot Road in both directions at the A324 Brookwood Lye Road in Brookwood.
NEWS: A parish council in Surrey has been branded as a 'dictatorship' after its chairman was re-elected for the 10th consecutive term.
Cranleigh Parish Council members voted to re-elect Brian Ellis at their annual general meeting on Thursday May 15, despite Cllr Richard Cole being nominated for chairman.
The decision was met with anger from some residents, who claimed Cllr Ellis failed to represent them.
The council was dubbed a "dictatorship" and many people stormed out of the meeting.
Read the story and then take part in our poll asking if you are happy with the leadership of Cranleigh Parish Council.
CCTV images have been released showing the scenes when Richard Brian Coleman robbed a bookmakers in West Molesey with a fake gun.
Coleman, 45, of no fixed abode, was jailed for seven years on Thursday May 15 after after previously admitting robbery and possession of an imitation firearm.
Pictures from the scene now released by Surrey Police show how he entered Ladbrokes in Walton Road on April 1 before threatening customers and staff.
After stealing more than £2,000 in cash, Coleman was wrestled to the ground outside by members of the public.
TRAFFIC: Traffic has now returned to normal on the A31 in Farnham at the A325 Shepherd and Flock roundabout. It is a similar situation at Woburn Hill in Chertsey in both directions.
NEWS: A dramatic story now, as a young couple from Guildford had to jump from an upstairs window after smoke spread throughout their house when their washing machine caught fire.
Toby Carmichael-Jack was woken by his girlfriend, Jasmine Hurst, when the bedroom of their house in Colburn Crescent, Burpham, had started to fill with smoke in the early hours of Friday May 9.
"Visibility in our room was about 30cm," said Toby Carmichael-Jack, 18.
"Our bedroom door was closed but it [the smoke] still managed to get through.
"I dread to think what it would have been like if we had opened the door and looked out into the open part of the property.
"My girlfriend said 'the room has filled up with smoke'. We grabbed what we could and jumped.
"It was a 15ft drop down, there was no kind of ladder in the property as a means of escape."
SUNNY SURREY: We are due to have the hottest day of the year so far tomorrow, with temperatures set to hit 24C.
If you're looking for things to do, then search no further as we have compiled lists for you, including beer gardens, walks and attractions.
Please feel free to share your pictures of Sunny Surrey with us, and we can post them here.
Either tweet @getsurrey, post on our Facebook page or email Surrey Live.
NEWS: A 32-year-old man has been jailed for 16 months for biting a police officer in Guildford.
Thomas Sullivan, of no fixed abode, appeared at Guildford Crown Court yesterday.
He had previously pleaded guilty to the assault, which happened around 6pm by Guildford bus station on Thursday April 24.
The police officer was attempting to arrest Sullivan on suspicion of an initial allegation of robbery when the assault happened.
Sullivan became aggressive and violent as he was being hand cuffed and lashed out at the officer biting his hand and causing injuries to his knee.
The officer required hospital treatment and is still suffering pain and discomfort.
DC Paul Harris said: "Surrey Police officers should not have to experience this sort of violence when they come to work and we will not tolerate any assault on our police officers.
"I am pleased with this sentence which reflects the seriousness of the assault and ensures that Sullivan is off the streets for a period of time."
TRAFFIC: Delays have cleared on the M25 clockwise between junction 10 for the A3 and junction 12 for the M3.
There is slow traffic on the A307 Portsmouth road in both directions in Esher between the A309 Hampton Court Way and A244 Church Street.
Traffic is also now easing on the B3000 northbound between Priorsfield Road and the A31.
HOME SECURITY: A warning from Surrey Police in Reigate as we approach the weekend.
Happy Friday! Pls keep home security in mind this weekend, We had a burglary reported in the last 24hrs entry via insecure door #lockup— Reigate Police (@ReigateBeat) May 16, 2014
TOP STORIES: I'm nearing the end of my first week on the Live Blog, so let's have a look at our top stories this evening.
Parish council branded 'dictatorship' as chairman wins 10th term
'Barrister' arrest councillor claims racism behind campaign
County council in Private Eye's 'Rotten Boroughs' over pay rises
Pic special as Guildford County School kicks off prom season
TRAFFIC: A final look at the traffic tonight, and it is slow on the M25 clockwise between junction 17 and junction 11 for the A317 to Chertsey.
All lanes are now reopened and traffic returned to normal on the A3 northbound in Ripley.
There is still heavy traffic on the A25 in Dorking.
GOODBYE FOR NOW: That is it for the Live Blog today. Thank you for being with me.
The blog will be up and running again from 6.30am on Monday, so be sure to be back with us.
If you get any pictures of sunny Surrey over the weekend, or have anything else you want to share with us, then please do.
It couldn't be more simple, either send us a tweet @getsurrey, post on our Facebook page or email Surrey Live.
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You've been given one of the world's finest automobiles, tuned to perfection by Italy's best mechanics. Your car is fast enough to win. The question is: can you drive it? Find out in Alfa Romeo Racing Italiano, the first-ever driving RPG. Customize your character and get behind the wheel of 25 authentic Alfa Romeos, including the Giulia T.I. Super and the 8c Competizione. Compete on 21 real tracks against relentless AI opponents. Unlock new gear that gives your character new looks and abilities. Use the unique Tiger Effect to rewind time and correct mistakes. Share your highlights online, where you can also download replays from racers around the globe.
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Acupuncture is a holistic approach to health that awakens and optimizes the body's natural healing abilities. It is an effective, gentle, and safe healing art that focuses on the the body as a whole integrated unit.
I believe that every body is unique and different and I will work with you to determine your individual health care needs. I believe that health is not just the absence of disease, but wholeness in body, mind, and spirit, and it is my intention as a healthcare practitioner to help you achieve your wellness goals, and live a healthier, richer life.
About Me
Sarah Fowler is a Connecticut State licensed acupuncturist and massage therapist. She graduated from Tri-State College of Acupuncture, where she trained closely under widely known and renown practitioners Kiiko Matsumoto, Emilie Connor, Mark Seem, Eric Stephens, and many others. She currently continues her post-graduate training with Emilie Connor.
Sarah graduated from the Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy, and has been a practicing massage therapist for 8 years. Incorporating massage techniques into her acupuncture treatment plans further enhances the patient's relaxation state and ultimately increases the benefits of the acupuncture treatment.


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How do I use the power button to enter Firmware update mode?
There is a full video on youtube explaining the functions of the power button and a basic run through of the start up and power down procedure.
The link to this video is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fZw6GV3hzaQ
How do I turn the console off?
There is a procedure to this operation to help prevent accidental turn off of the console.
First, hold the power button for about 2 seconds then release.
At this time the power button should be flashing yellow. Whilst the button is flashing yellow, press the power button one more time to turn the console off.
How do I set up and interrogate mute groups?
Mute groups are a quick and easy way of remotely muting several channels at once on the console. This can be especially useful for theatre applications when instances like muting all vocal channels at once is necessary. To set these mute groups up you must first press the �SETUP� key above the 4 mute group buttons and then select a group button (1-4) to setup. Once one of these numbers are selected, you can then SELect the channels you wish to assign to that mute group by pressing the SELect key above the desired channel faders. In this process, you are able to assign channels from different fader layers too. Once the desired assignments have been made you must then deselect the SETUP button and now a press of the already programmed mute group button will remotely mute the desired channels. (Note: if a channel is muted remotely it will have a red ON button). One channel can be assigned to more than one mute group.
Can I record on the Si Expression?
Yes you can. The sonic quality and the ease of use will lend itself perfectly for small project studios or even larger studios or live events. When the multi digital card (sold separately) is installed into the back of the console, it creates a 32x32 firewire or USB audio interface to connect to your chosen digital audio workstation. This makes for a great means of recording up to 32 channels of audio onto your DAW and then playing back those channels through console to be mixed in a hands on �analogue� style operation. This is in the same way as large format analogue consoles are still being used in professional studios around the world.
Once you�ve created your stereo mix, you can output that to the DAW via the Multi Digital card for a 2 track �print to track� style operation.
What the Si Expression isn�t, however, is a digital audio workstation controller. The Si Expression cannot be used to control parameters on your chosen DAW such as plug-ins or transport controls.
How do I mix to monitors?
Mixing to monitors is done through the faders using a concept we call tOTEM (the One Touch Easy Mixing system). The 14 buttons above the global mode encoders (labelled Mix �1-14�) represent the 14 monitor mixes available on the console. Selection of one of these flips the faders into the contributions for that mix bus.
For example, my track layout is as follows through faders 1-7:
Kick Snare OHL OHR Bass Guitar Vox
My drummer has a powered monitor by his position for foldback. This is connected to output 1 of the console and so is being fed from Mix 1.
If I select Mix one, the faders will glow yellow (indicating a pre fade bus, perfect for monitors). Although the positions of the faders have changed, your FOH channel layout has NOT.
You can now create a mix for your drummer using the faders, just as you did for the FOH mix.
The master level of his monitor mix is located on the Mono/Sel fader and is repeated on layer �C� on main FOH mode.
To return to mixing to front of house, you need to deselect the currently active mix (mix 1 in my example)
How do I access the parametric EQ on a �Mix� master bus?
Whilst the mix master is selected, the ACS (Active Channel Strip) is available for adjustments to that bus master. High pass filter (HPF), compression, parametric EQ (PEQ) and output delay are available for every mix bus, as well as a 28 band Graphic EQ.
What is Interrogate and how can it be used?
Interrogate is a way to view the overall status of a certain processor across all of the channels currently on the surface.
For example, if I wish to see what channels have a compressor engaged, I can hold down the COMPressor �ON� button and the console will indicate which channels have a compressor engaged by the SELect keys lit up above the appropriate channels.
The same operation can view the status of the 48v, POLARITY, HPF, GATE, EQ and LR/MONO routing.
There is another side to interrogate which is very useful during setup.
Whilst holding down the engage key of your selected component and the appropriate SELect keys are lit up, pressing the select keys will engage/disengage the chosen parameters on the selected channels. This is useful, for example, when you have to turn the phantom power on several channels. By holding the 48v key down and SELecting the appropriate channels, you can turn multiple instances of phantom power on, this greatly streamlines the setup process.
How can I copy and paste channel settings?
To copy and paste a selected channel's settings onto another you must first adjust your channel's settings to the desired position and then select the Copy/paste key on the touchscreen.
You will now see a visual representation of the copied channel. To paste the settings onto another channel, press and hold the paste button on the screen and SELect the channels you wish to paste to. Release the Paste key on the touch screen to stop pasting. All of the copied channels have now been pasted onto the desired channels.
To deselect or �leave out� certain processors on the paste function, press any of the items on the copy/paste screen to include or not include them in the paste function. To paste only one setting from a channel onto another, press and hold that function to deselect others and paste only the desired setting (EQ, Comp etc).
The implementation of Copy and Paste on the Si Expression is simple and intuitive. There are a couple of things to bear in mind when using it.
1) You can only paste like for like channels, for example, you can�t paste an EQ and compression setting from a stereo channel to a mono channel.
2) Remember that the moment you select the Copy Paste button on the screen, the selected channel has been COPIED to the clipboard. So if you pressed copy/paste then adjusted your channel settings, the new settings would not be pasted onto the subsequent channels.
How do I set up custom fader layers?
Custom fader layers are setup through the fader setup menu on the touch screen.
First press �fader setup�, you are then presented with a list of categories containing the different types of channels available on the console.
Ensure you have SELected the channel you wish to reassign then, scroll the menu to the desired channel type (mono, stereo, mix etc) and number (e.g CH04, STE02), then the fader will be assigned to that source or output. Press the home menu to return out of fader setup.
You can also reassign faders on layer 3 that are unassigned by default out of the box by first entering fader setup before selecting these unassigned channels.
You cannot have any more than 2 instances of the same assignment on the same layer but you can have channels assigned across all 4 layers so that you always have access to them regardless of layer. This is handy to always have key signals like lead vocal readily available without switching layers.
How do I mix FX to monitors?
You can mix any input of the console to a mix bus such as mic inputs, stereo jack inputs and of course stereo FX returns. This process couldn�t be simpler and is done through the tOTEM concept explained in the "How do I mix to monitors" FAQ.
How do I create a subgroup on the Si Expression?
Subgroups work differently on digital consoles compares with analog ones. here's how you can set up something similar on the Si Expression:
You have 14 assignable busses. They can be any combination of pre or post-fader. Pre-fader are shown by the fader as yellow, post- fader are shown as green.
Let�s say you want to create a drums sub-group:
� Remove the input channels for each drum mic from the LR send. Let's say these are on channels 1-5. Do this by selecting each channel and pressing the LR button is not lit. Let's say these are on channels 1-5.
� Press the TOTEM/sends-on-faders MIX or BUS button for the post-fader mix you want to build e.g. Mix 11 (Si Compact MIX buttons are labelled BUS). The channels will now all glow green with FaderGlow.
� Hold down the ALT button and whilst holding down press ON for each of the drum channels you want to send to the sub-group. They should all come up to infinity.
� Release ALT and press SEL on the bus master [furthest right fader] and now press LR. You are now sending a post-fader 'subgroup' bus master to the LR mix.
� Press the sends-on-faders MIX button again to release it, and return to your mix or your page of bus masters
� To make access easier, use the layer assign to put the subgroup master on layer A if you like.
How do I turn the console on?
Make sure the power switch on the rear on the console is ON (with the switch in the I position). The POWER button on the top right of the console should be flashing. Press that button once, for less than a second. The screen will boot after a short while.
NOTE: DO NOT HOLD THE BUTTON DOWN for longer than 2 seconds � this will put the console into firmware update mode.
How do I check the software version on my Si console?
Go to the main MENU screen on the touch screen, and press SYSTEM. The current software
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Marriott's Aruba Surf Club sits beachfront on the Caribbean with a 10,700 square foot casino, an outdoor swimming pool, lazy river and health club. The resort features spacious villas designed to provide high-quality accommodations within a relaxing, escape resort-atmosphere. Each villa has spacious living and dining areas, full kitchens, multiple TV sets, VCR, private balcony and daily maid service (upon request). The location is perfect for all your vacation needs and desires.
Guests of Marriott's Aruba Surf Club have access to services at the Mandara Spa in neighboring Marriott's Aruba Ocean Club's lobby. Reservations are required.
Please see photos for a layout of the buildings and view types. There are three towers: Lighthouse, Compass, and Spyglass. The Lighthouse Tower is closest to the beach, but units on the first three floors have garden, rather than ocean views. The Compass Tower is home to all the resort's 3- bedroom units, as well as the resort's main lobby and marketplace. The Spyglass Tower is the newest of the three, on the back of the property. Some of these units have ocean views, while most have garden views overlooking the lazy river.
"Ocean view" will include the resort's designations for "Ocean side" and "Ocean view"... please contact the owner for more specific details.
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Just got back from spending Presidents week 2014 at the Marriot. Loved it! The lazy river was the best and the beach was beautiful. The location was also great, you can walk to all the town shops. We lucked out due to bad weather in the states so the Surf club was not as crowded as it normally is. Had no problem getting chairs at the beach or pool side. Would love to go back.
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The Aruba Surf Club doesn't disappoint! A premier Marriott property, our early April week was just superb. From the pleasant check in greeters and bell captains, to the bar tenders, maids and beach hosts, our experience was memories in the making. Just wonderful and the club goes out of its way to accommodate in every fashion. The open, clean beach and water is spectacular as well. We'll definitely be going back!
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Call for nomination for Communications Director, Secretary, & President Elect
ONIG promotes the awareness and value of nursing's contribution to quality health care through health data, information and knowledge management enabled by the use of technology. Your talent, expertise and passion for informatics will ensure ONIG continues to grow and thrive.
Call for nomination for secretary position vacancy
ONIG promotes the awareness and value of nursing's contribution to quality health care through health data, information and knowledge management enabled by the use of technology. Your talent, expertise and passion for informatics will ensure ONIG continues to grow and thrive.
Call for Nomination to Board of Directors: Secretary, for remainder of the 2012–2014 term
Deadline: October 15 2012 at 1700 hours (5:00 p.m.)
HIMSS itHealthcare Canada Conference on October 3-4th in Toronto
RNAO & ONIG is excited to welcome our new partnership with the HIMSS itHealthcare Canada Conference on October 3-4th in Toronto. As an ONIG member, you enjoy a 15% savings off a Full Conference Pass. Registration codes to receive the 15% savings will be emailed to all ONIG members. R
Spotlight on NI Challenges in Canada at NI2012 in Montreal, June 23rd
Webinar: The Impact of Social media in Healthcare: Rhetoric versus Reality* Dr. Peter Murray, PhD, RN, - May 22, 2012 12:00-1:00pm PST
Webinar Details:
While many health professionals use social media extensively within their personal lives, their use within healthcare organisations and by health professionals to improve health outcomes, is more limited. This presentation and discussion will explore the rhetoric of the possibilities of using social media in healthcare, and practical examples from around the world of the actual use, and the issues arising. Other issues, such as the development of 'codes of practice' to govern professionals' use of social media, will also be addressed.
Call for Chapters for upcoming textbook
For those who may be interested, Professor Christo El Morr from York University is seeking chapter proposals on various topics related to informatics in health policy and management. The upcoming book, Research Perspectives on the Role of Informatics in Health Policy and Management, will be published by IGI Global.
Manitoba eHealth Conference
RNFOO 2012, ONIG Award Recipients
At RNFOO's annual Gala on May 2nd, 2012 in Toronto, the recipients of the ONIG Award were recognized for their achievements in informatics. Congratulations to both Julie and Kristine for winning the 2012 Ontario Nursing Informatics Group (ONIG) awards!! Their respective bios can be found below.
ONIG Education Day - Sept. 21, 2012 - St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
ONIG is pleased to announce our fall Education day, to be held at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton on September 21, 2012 (0830-1430hrs). Please mark your calendars!
To register for this event, please click here (deadline, September 16, 2012).
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ONIG's Linkedin presense
With the growing need to maintain an online presence, ONIG has recently created a group profile on Linkedin! Much to this webmaster's surprise, two ONIG members joined the group within minutes of its creation on Linkedin last month.


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Bob Klein is a San Francisco lawyer and housing developer whose teenage son has Type 1 diabetes. This man is giving his all for the cause of furthering stem cell research. He's profiled in today's SF Chronicle. It sounds like advocacy has essentially taken over his life: "He admits that his obsession with stem cells leaves scant time for home life these days, but insists the sacrifice will pay off if stem cell research can make some headway. 'I'd rather spend my time this way now than later on be spending time with (my son) in the hospital,' he said."
Thank you, Bob.
As a progressive thinker and diabetic, I find it
difficult to understand how people can oppose stem cell research on moral
grounds, when it has the potential to do so much good. Who or what are we protecting by blocking
this research, other than our own innate fear of change?
The US has fallen behind in stem cell research, due to the Bush Administration's push-back (see today's editorial in the Philadelphia Inquirer). Luckily, individual states have stepped up to the plate, with California in the lead at $3 billion over the next 10 years. But California's Proposition 71 for state-funded research is under attack, with two lawsuits in the works that "if successful could unravel the whole stem cell experiment." This is where Bob Klein comes in. He's fighting mad, and working hard. Support his cause here.
Meanwhile, U.S. BioDefense, Inc. is sponsoring the first "Business of Stem Cell Research" Conference to be held in Bethesda, Maryland, on April 25. This promises to be "the best resource for business people, academicians, scientists and the media to learn about the business of stem cell research in one-place-at-one-time." I'm just hoping they'll post the presentation content on the Web for us supporters in absentia.


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**Cellar Selection** This vineyard designate, showcasing the oldest vines from the oldest vineyard in the Walla Walla Valley, piles on the details of earth, grape and barrel. Theres cassis, blackberry and fig in generously layered profusion, along with substantial components of dried herbs, cedar and pipe tobacco. The exceptional complexity, balance and length make this a sure-fire candidate for cellaring until 2024 or more.
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From Seven Hills: "2011 was one of the coolest vintages in Northwest winegrowing history. Fortunately, it concluded with a long, mild fall allowing for a tremendously long growing season with fully ripe berries offering great structure, balance, and complexity. This old vine Cabernet has a dark garnet gem color and a broad nose of ripe plum fruit and elegantly integrated French oak. After a few swirls, it reveals additional aromas of blackberry, black cherry, red plum, violet, cedar bark, sage, iron shavings, cocoa, marzipan and licorice. The mouth-feel is round and generous with a broad spectrum of ripe black and red fruits across the velvety textured mid-palate all well framed with firm tannins and a bright, lifting finish. This wine will reward cellaring of an additional 6-10 years after release."
Below is a listing of the wine review scores we frequently reference in our notes. While these sources remain an excellent source of information, we always recommend that you trust your own palate. Scores in these publications often represent the personal taste of an individual critic, which may not always coincide with your own. We have a huge team of excellent wine professionals that can match wines you've had in the past with new arrivals that meet your flavor profile.
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Antioch University Seattle and LEAPNOW offer an alternative freshman/sophomore year called LEAPYEAR for ages 17-24 that allows a student to travel and study abroad. This nine-month program is tremendously varied, is designed to cultivate the whole person, and includes:
- a three-month experiential group semester of language,
- service and cultural immersion in India or South America,
- a 12-week solo internship of your own choosing,
- career and job-readiness counseling,
- a curriculum of Life Skills Learning, and
- a formal Rite of Passage that also involves the parents.
LEAPNOW was founded in 1994 and has placed over 1,500 people in service and environmental internships abroad, sent 51 guided groups of young people to Central and South America, India, Australia/New Zealand and Fijii, and conducted a dozen LeapYear programs. LEAPNOW students have given over 612,000 hours of their time to service, environmental, medical, and wildlife organizations around the world.
For more information, visit the LEAPNOW website.


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The Bogey of Perfectionism
While a certain amount of diligence and meticulousness is commendable, the extreme form of perfectionism is not.
Perfectionism can be a problem because it stands in the way of a child's willingness to explore.
Obeying rules becomes more important to the child than investigating new methods and trying out new things. And as we know, exploration is a huge part of learning
So how can you tell if the child you are dealing with is too much of a perfectionist?
The Signs of Perfectionism
A child who is an extreme perfectionist will tend to be anxious to do everything correctly. Her written work will be neat and correct while any little mistakes will stress her. She will choose to stick to the safe methods dictated to her by her teachers and parents and will be wary of experimenting.
At first this may seem like a very desirable trait. After all, the child is obedient, gives no trouble and produces correct, neat work.
Unfortunately there's a flip side because it means that she will be discouraged from using her own initiative – something that will be reinforced whenever she is praised for being a good girl and for following all the rules.
It will inevitably lead to formalism and frustration and a stifling of her creativity. And it just so happens that creativity and experimentation will always be the first casualties to suffer from perfectionism.
Creativity and the significance of Failure
Creativity can only thrive in a free atmosphere where the child is unafraid to learn and experiment and make mistakes. It cannot thrive where there are too many restrictions and rules.
Failure should be seen as a normal part of learning and children should be taught that failure does not have to be dreaded. In fact, not trying at all is far worse than failure itself.
Fortunately it's possible to identify different fears in a child's handwriting before they have any lasting or damaging effect.
There are ways to detect perfectionism in a child's handwriting and I will show you how in my forthcoming newsletter.
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