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Telecommuting, emergency care benefits ease workplace strike issues
By David Roeder, Francine Knowles and Sandra Guy Business Reporters September 10, 2012 7:04PM
Teachers picket outside Bouchet school at 73rd & Jeffery. | Sun-Times
Updated: October 12, 2012 6:15AM
For companies and their employees caught in a child-care conundrum, the Chicago teachers' strike could push companies toward adopting flexible schedules or letting people telecommute. For workers, the same circumstances could prompt them to check out benefits some employers already offer, such as on-site or subsidized child care.
"Companies need to make all work, or as much of it as they can, portable," said John Challenger, chief executive of the outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas Inc. For many employers, the easiest option is telecommuting, Challenger said. The teachers' strike "could impel companies to go in that direction," he said.
Companies used to fear abuse of work-at-home privileges, Challenger said, but that has diminished as they collect positive experiences with the policy. "People are very responsible and appreciative," he said.
While employers the Sun-Times contacted Monday reported little immediate impact on the first day of the strike, a long walkout will multiply the headaches.
Sittercity, the Chicago-based online babysitter-finding service, saw a 17 percent jump in its Monday traffic compared with a typical Monday in back-to-school season.
"This is definitely a jump in our business," said Sittercity spokeswoman Mary Schwartz.
The site, which enables parents to find and hire baby sitters, first started getting increased traffic last Thursday, Schwartz said.
The national average babysitter's rate is $11.25 an hour. Parents can click on www.sittercity.com/rates to find out the going rates at their ZIP code. One local Chicago neighborhood rate was $12.25 an hour for two children, for example.
Sittercity is offering Chicago-area parents a free one-month's membership if they use promotional code CPS. A one-month membership usually costs $35.
Sue Zeiler, founder of children's activities website ChicagoKids.com, said one mother emailed her that $350 a week to pay for extra childcare would take all of that mother's rent and grocery money.
"To the extent that we have any employees who need to change schedules to make provisions for their kids, we have a pretty flexible culture," said John Dern, spokesman for Boeing Co., which employs about 450 people in the Chicago area. "We encourage them to work with managers to make accommodations determined as necessary."
At Chicago-based investment research firm Morningstar Inc., which employs about 1,300 people in its Chicago office, "it's been relatively quiet here so far," said spokesman Shawn Malayter. "But we've long had flexible scheduling and telecommuting capabilities available for our employees, so we're well-prepared to provide options for parents who are impacted by the CPS teachers strike."
Ron Torrance, benefits manager at online lender Enova International Inc., said the company's 650 employees in the Chicago area were reminded Monday of a benefit Enova offers called Parents in a Pinch. The program enables employees to book last-minute child care by calling a toll-free number.
"They can pick whether to go to a center within proximity of their home, or they can have a caregiver that is pre-screened, interviewed and also has ratings and reviews, that can come to their home to perform the services for that day in their home," Torrance said. He said two workers took advantage of the program Monday.
"We've offered the program for a number of years now. The foundation of that was to make sure that for reasons just like this, schools may shut down or there might be something else wrong with the caregiver that was already in place."
Workers who participate pay a co-pay of $50 a day. Chicago-based Enova subsidizes the rest, Torrance said, adding the child care services are on average upwards of $125 a day.
At the LaSalle Network, a Chicago-based temporary staffing and recruiting service, it was business as unusual Monday, according to spokeswoman Lizzie Souza.
"We had one candidate who was late to an interview because of the strike, but that's about it. Our team was surprised that nothing seems different in the hiring world."
In Chicago, WMS Gaming spokeswoman Mollie Cole said the gaming company "would absolutely" let employees work remotely if the need arises.
"It would be a quick call to HR [human resources] and we'd take care of it," Cole said. The company had not yet had to make such accommodations by the end of Monday.


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In this post I explain why "Related Statutes, Provisions, and Terms" ranks 16th on my list of the "Top 21 Sources of Legislative History." Click here for a brief overview of the basis for these rankings.
16. Related Statutes, Provisions, and Terms: In his article on the nature of legislative intent, Professor Richard I. Nunez discusses two instances in which litigants must hunt for legislative intent. According to Professor Nunez, the first such instance arises "when an administrator or court cannot read the statute and grasp its simple meaning because of shoddy draftsmanship or language errors."[1]
Legislative intent might also be necessary to resolve a case "when the statute is understandable but the case at hand was not anticipated at the time the statute was enacted."[2] The article continues, "It is possible for a legislature to have a clear and discernable intent concerning the social policy and the general purpose of the statute, and yet not have devoted a single moment of thought to the specific meaning of a word or phrase."[3] Where this is in fact the case, litigants may argue for their desired interpretation by referring to the court's construction of related statutes, provisions, or terms.
For example, in Bailey v. United States, the Supreme Court grappled with the proper meaning of the term "use" as used in a statute criminalizing the "use" of a firearm while trafficking drugs.[4] The case involved a routine traffic stop, which led officers to discover several undelivered bags of cocaine in the defendant's car.[5] After arresting the defendant, police then discovered a loaded pistol in the man's trunk.[6] Although the defendant had apparently taken the liberty to wrap his gun in a paper bag and tuck it away in his trunk, he was nevertheless convicted of "using" that firearm while trafficking drugs.[7]
On appeal, the defendant successfully challenged his conviction for "using" a gun during a drug-related offense by pointing out that Congress had passed related gun laws expressly prohibiting the mere "possession" of a gun under similar circumstances. Therefore, his argument went, the fact that Congress used the term "use" to describe the conduct prohibited under some gun laws, but used the term "possession" to describe the conduct prohibited under other gun laws suggested that Congress did not mean for the two words to be used interchangeably. Based on this distinction, the defendant argued that he merely possessed the gun that he kept in his trunk while making his rounds, but that he certainly did not violate the statute's ban on using a gun while trafficking narcotics.
The Court agreed. Writing for the majority, Justice O'Connor illustrated the utility of turning to related statutes for meaning by asking the Court to "[c]onsider the paradoxical statement: 'I use a gun to protect my house, but I've never had to use it.' [Explaining,] 'Use' draws meaning from its context, and we will look not only to the word itself, but also to the statute and the sentencing scheme, to determine the meaning Congress intended."[8] After examining the meaning of the word "use" as defined or construed in related gun laws, the Court determined that the term "must connote more than mere possession of a firearm."[9] It supported this conclusion by listing a string of separate, but related, gun statutes that expressly prohibit mere "possession" of a gun.[10]
Based on Congress's incorporation of the terms "possession" in some gun laws and "use" in others, the Court held that Congress intended the term "use" in the statute at hand to refer to "active employment of the firearm"—something the defendant had not done by simply placing the gun in his trunk.[11] In reaching this holding, the Court reasoned, "We assume that Congress used two terms because it intended each term to have a particular, nonsuperfluous meaning."[12]
The Court further supported its interpretation of the word "use" by pointing out that § 924(c)(1)'s sister provision, § 924(d), "provides for the forfeiture of any firearm that is 'used' or 'intended to be used' in certain crimes."[13] The Court noted that § 924(d)(1) applies even if the defendant merely intends to use a gun in his possession (and, even if he ultimately abandons his plan to use his gun), whereas § 924(c)(1) only proscribes the "use" of a gun. After pointing out this distinction between these related provisions, the Court explained that the latter provision must be construed to prohibit only actual use to avoid rendering the former provision's intended-use language superfluous. The Court arrived at this conclusion by noting that "[a] provision that may seem ambiguous in isolation is often clarified by the remainder of the statutory scheme,"[14] adding, "The difference between the two provisions demonstrates that, had Congress meant to broaden application of the statute beyond actual 'use,' Congress could and would have so specified, as it did in § 924(d)(1)."[15]
As illustrated above, related statutes, provisions, or terms may help clarify the intended meaning of another statute, provision, or term that might otherwise seem ambiguous in isolation. Although relevant, I have nevertheless ranked this interpretive aid low on my list because my research suggests that cases like Bailey--in which the Court relied almost exclusively on related legislation rather than direct statements of legislative intent to define an otherwise ambiguous term--are relatively uncommon. Instead, decisions that venture into the realm of legislative intent typically do so by exploring more direct sources of legislative history, such as transcripts of floor debates, committee hearings, etc. As a result, "Related Statutes, Provisions, and Terms" finds its place on my list of the "Top 21 Sources of Legislative History" at number sixteen.
The following lists the "Top 21 Sources of Legislative History" (1 = most important; 21 = least important):
- Conference Committee Reports
- Committee Debates and Bill Mark-ups
- Committee Reports
- The Status of the Person Speaking—Sponsor, Committee Chairman, Floor Leader, Etc.
- Accepted and Rejected Amendments
- Floor Debates
- Planned Colloquy
- Transcripts of Discussions at Committee Hearings
- Prepared Statements on Submission of a Bill, in Committee Hearings, and at the Time of Floor Debates
- Revised and Amended Statements
- Actions on and Discussions About Separate Bills on the Same Topic
- Prior Relevant Administrative Action or Judicial Decisions, with or without Congressional Acknowledgement
- Executive Branch Messages and Proposals Whether from the President, Cabinet Secretaries, or from Independent Agencies
- Analysis of Bills Legislative Counsel
- Analysis of Bills by Relevant Executive Departments
- Related Statutes, Provisions, and Terms
- Dictionaries (click here)
- Statements by Executive Branch Administrators (click here)
- Statements and Submissions by Lobbyists (click here)
- Subsequent or Prior Unrelated, but Conflicting Legislation (click here)
- Recorded Votes (click here)
[1] Richard I. Nunez, The Nature of Legislative Intent and the Use of Legislative Documents as Extrinsic Aids to Statutory Interpretation: A Reexamination, 9 Cal. W. L. Rev. 128, 128 (1972).
[2] Id.
[3] Id. at 130.
[4] 516 U.S. 137, 138–39 (1995) (citing 18 U.S.C. § 924(c)(1)).
[5] Id. at 139.
[6] Id.
[7] See 18 U.S.C. § 924(c)(1) (2006).
[8] Id. at 143.
[9] Id.
[10] Id. ("Had Congress intended possession alone to trigger liability under § 924(c)(1), it easily could have so provided. This obvious conclusion is supported by the frequent use of the term 'possess' in the gun-crime statutes to describe prohibited gun-related conduct. See, e. g., [18 U.S.C.] §§ 922(g), 922(j), 922(k), 922(o)(1), 930(a), 930(b).").
[11] Id. at 144.
[12] Id. at 146.
[13] Id. (emphasis added).
[14] United Sav. Ass'n of Tex. v. Timbers of Inwood Forest Associates, Ltd., 484 U.S. 365, 371 (1988).
[15] Bailey, 516 U.S. at 146.

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Despite the prevalence of
red, while and blue over the holiday weekend, my
focus today is on one player's
green socks, worn the old school way with the bottom of his gray pants meeting
them just below the knee. Of course,
the player is Adam Rosales, the most "baseball
player" of baseball players I know. To me, it makes perfect sense that our utility
man extraordinaire was in the starting lineup on the 4th of July. Only more appropriate would have been if he
was starting on the day Abner Doubleday invented our national pastime. Hot dogs, apple pie and Adam Rosales. What's more
On this sunny day on the
banks of Lake Erie, Rosales had added incentive
to play well. His girlfriend, parents
and family live in the area, and Adam wants to make them proud. And as usual, he also wants to help Oakland win a ball
game. Giving Kevin Kouzmanoff a well-deserved rest at third base, Rosie seamlessly
fills in. After popping up to shortstop in the second inning, he laces a single
to left field to lead off the fifth.
There's hope he might lengthen the A's 2-1 edge, but the inning ends on
a double play.
Then in the seventh, Rosales
leads off again, and this time he decides to take things into his own
hands. He barrels up on a 3-1 Fausto Carmona delivery and the ball soars high above the left
field fence into a wide concourse beyond, giving Vin Mazzaro and the Athletics' a pivotal two-run lead. Of course, all the media in the Progressive
Field press box are thoroughly entertained by Rosales' patented sprint around
the bases. My colleague Susan Slusser, the veteran beat writer of the San Francisco Chronicle, and I notice that Adam's home run jaunt is
slightly slower than usual. He's not dogging it per se, he's just not setting
a land speed record as usual. We
speculate he might be slowing down a tad so his girlfriend and her family have
more "Photo Op" time.
Our Rosie, however, is a
full service Rosie. He's far from
through leaving his fingerprints on this 3-1 victory. After his solo shot, he returns to the field
in the bottom of the seventh and promptly robs Anderson Hernandez by leaping high
to snare a sure two-out double down the third base line. And then to provide the game's final
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Typical Rosales.
So, as we approach the 2010
All-Star Game in Anaheim,
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favorite. Really, they're usually the
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Crita is the only NA character I really want, I like the dress look better but would take both or either.
Crita is the only NA character I really want, I like the dress look better but would take both or either.
"Don't crowd me boys!"
I'd love a Critter for the Mutants ranks. I don't think she warrents two figures but I would like to see her in her second outfit. More of a combat look about it.
yes, I dont think there is any real debate that she certainly needs to be made. And she'd be a great figure.
Of course I've always been curious. What makes her a mutant? Just the skintone? Mental powers?
Whatever. Bring her on.
i keep forgetting about her.
yes! would like a figure.
I'm a little surprised to see how much support there is for Crita. If we get her I hope she has an alternative head and removable skirt and armor so we can get both versions in one:
MOTUC NA Most Wanted: Darius, Kayo, Vizar, Hoove, Lizorr
Trade my Red Stone He-Ro Staff for a Green one
HE-MAN UK Adventure Magazine #26
Honestly, I think she deserves 2 separate releases. If they're going to do her right, then her gloves/bracers and footwear are different in both versions. Combining the two short-changes both versions.
"Yep! And now I'm gonna blast ya!"
- Orko to Skeletor in "Lessons"
Sorry 13977, the outfit on the Crita in the first pic is too doll-like for MOTUC.
Seriously though, that skirt is exactly the type of thing one would see in the original POP toy line.
Now I know your pulling my leg Tally
I actually prefer the first version, but I really think the 4HM could do both in one figure. Two different heads as I've said, then upper part of the body would come as the first pic and the lower half come as the second pic. You would then have a removable skirt to make the first version and removable body armor to make the second version. The gloves are basically the same so either or will do, the boots/shoes are very different so I'd probably say just use the ones in the second pic.
MOTUC NA Most Wanted: Darius, Kayo, Vizar, Hoove, Lizorr
Trade my Red Stone He-Ro Staff for a Green one
HE-MAN UK Adventure Magazine #26
I would love a Crita figure! She's so interesting and twisted looking. I don't remember her extremely well, but I know she'd be a lot of fun. I always wondered how she'd interact with everyone back on Eternia... now's the chance to find out.
I love an all inclusive canon!
I would love a Crita figure, as well--c'mon, she's NA's equivalent of Evil-Lyn and Shadow Weaver! Plus, she's the only one of Skeletor's warriors to actually stay with him up until the end!
She definitely deserves both of her looks. Obviously, both would require new heads, but let's see what are some of the shared parts that could be used to create Crita in the MOTUC style? ...
Witch Look:
The cloak bit from Shadow Weaver (painted blue)
the lower half of Catra's skirt and belt
the top half of the Sorceress' bodice
Adora's arms
BG Evil-Lyn's Spellcasting Hand
Adora's Boots
Evil-Lyn's Wand (maybe she stole it?)
Warrior Look:
Adora Bodice
BP She-Ra's Boots
Catra Arms
What are some other thoughts? What can people come up with?
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I don't know if anyone else would be for this, but how about using the Star Sister's 3-pack SKU to do Mara and Crita with swappable heads, dresses, and various accessory goodies for themselves or for other figures (Horde Prime's staff as an example). It would be expensive, but Matty would have no excuse for not giving these ladies the deluxe treatment. And Scott does love those prototype/'never had a toy' figures.
I would LOVE to see Crita get made into a MOTUC figure! I would buy her figure without a moments hesitation!!!
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YES!! YES! and YES I WANT CRITA! But I prefer her first look in the dress!
Most Wanted Crita, Veena, EvilSeed, Prahvus, Sagitar, Calix, Tuskador, Vultak, Dylamug, Masque, Sebrian, Dree Elle, Uncle Montork, King Miro, Granita, Hawke, Hunga, Kittrina, Quakke, Butthead, Hoove, Darius, Spinwit, Nocturna, Kayo, Lizzor, Artilla, Vizar, Staghorn, Lodar, Twiggets, Drissi, Lady Slither, Bubblor, Three Beast, Fang-Or, Great Black Wizard, Major Header, and Ra-Jar.
I would just want one version with several accessories packed in for both her looks.
Skeleton-Warriors, Ra-Jar, Spinwit, Rock Golem, Evil Seed, Lord Masque, Prahvus, General Tartaran, Hawke, Slob-Boar, King Agho, Hunga the Harpy, Sh'gora, Masks of Power Demons, Nocturna, Lizzor, Horde Wraiths, Sagitar, Crimson Fury, Lodar, Vizar, Angast, Negator, Melaktha, ABC Giants, Stridor
I don't have too many thoughts on Crita, but here's the few I do...
Witch/Strategist Costume
Shadow Weaver's biceps & a cloak, perhaps a different cloak...or the same. No biggie for me. (also may work for Veena, just sayin'.)
Sorceress's torso, with the collar
***BP She-Ra's boots- in her strategist/witch look she had neat leggins. If the inside of the boot design (center) were painted to match her flesh tone and the outside painted the color of dress/robes(?) that may pull off that effect.
Adora's bracers/forearms w/ hands painted to match.
Ask not for whom MOTUC is made, it's made for thee.
If you have to disclaimer your like, then you don't really like it.
Crita is dominating NA Idol! What makes Crita more wanted than Sagitar, Hydron or Flogg?
The Blonde Teela (Battleground and Alcala Teela) Thread
MegaGearMax's 200X/MYP Screen Grabs
Sagitar 200X Prince Adam 200X Sorceress Evilseed (MYP)
I second that(except for the big hair, hopefully they pull it a little bit down when she gets made in MOTUC) she never had a figure and character wise she involved and as a viewer we went along with her. i still wonder if she had a prototype made just like Mara but we never saw it....
Flogg or Hydron almost stayed the same from the beginning to the end, if you ask me.
Crita is another of my most wants from NA - I'd prefer the 80s punk rock version to come out first.
MOTUC WISHLIST- Karg ~ Crita ~ Despara ~ Fang-Or ~ Kittrina ~ Darius ~ Veena ~ Lodar ~ Hunga The Harpy ~ Great Black Wizard ~ Staghorn ~ Lady Slither ~ Artilla ~ Ra-Jarr ~ Major Header ~ Vultak ~ Evilseed ~ Prahvus ~ Queen Andreeno ~ Crimson Fury ~ Kex Queen ~ Hawke ~ Red Beast ~ Angast ~ Delora ~ Quakke ~ Lord Masque ~ Lizzor ~ Zilora ~ Three-Beast ~ Robowoman ~ Bubblor ~ Sagitar
Don't get me started...
I think having Evil-Lyn betray Skeletor to a thousand other evil entities, and then to go into the future to raise her son is a great "exit" for her, as in heading to the Tri-Solar System, Skeletor will be joined by Crita, who will naturally be taking her place.
I was thinking about this while at work yesterday.
What do you folks think?
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Actually, I think I'm way closer to being the last person to join this World Wide Web with computers.
My family can tell you that I have done so kicking and screaming against this new reality. I still chafe at carrying a cellphone. Yes, I admit it. But I know when I am licked. There is a whole new world out there — a world where practically anything is at your fingertips.
Instantly, you can speak to millions of people at one time on Twitter. You can stay in touch with loved ones and post your pictures for free on Facebook. You can scan the world in minutes, research exciting new things in seconds, get online degrees, do online banking, shopping, find online jobs — even spread the Word of God faster and more efficiently than ever before.
This is the world we live in. This is what it looks like. It's time to get on board. Even many seniors have learned how to use email, browse the Internet and save money in the process.
In fact, the latest research from the Pew Internet and American Life Project reported that for the first time more than half of seniors in America — 53 percent age 65 and older — use the Internet or email. It's easier than writing letters, travels faster and saves money. Of course, I had no interest in investing in this technology and having another monthly bill. But it seems one cannot keep pace with a rapidly changing society unless one moves forward with it.
Yes, I have my concerns about leaning too heavily on modern technology. One day we may have to do without it. Then what? For example, Linda and I went to the movies recently and I ordered a medium popcorn and small drink. The attendant said that would be $9.50. I gave him a $10 bill. Moments later he apologized, saying he rung up the wrong items. He said my total was now $7.50. I watched as he tried to figure out how much he owed me. After much thought he handed me $9.50! I looked at him, pulled $2.50 from the money he was giving me and said, "That's all you owe me." He still looked confused, but thanked me. Wow.
Are we relying too much on computers? This is the world we live in. This is what it looks like. Not only that, but are you seeing more and more youths preferring to live in virtual reality games and on their smartphone than connect directly with people in the real world? As a people person, that concerns me.
Child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist Mali Mann, said, "In the past, we only had to be concerned about too much TV exposure. Now we have video games, computers and cellphones. It is overwhelming for young children and creates patterns of behaviors similar to addiction patterns. Their brains get used to too much auditory and visual stimulation — and in the absence of these stimulations, they do not know what to do with themselves."
Parents also have to worry about online predators, youths sending sexually explicit texts and images over their phones — called sexting. All of a sudden, state and federal laws have been violated, which can be a high-tech nightmare for families.
With Internet pornography being a multi-billion dollar business, need we be reminded that this medium is a two-edged sword that can instantly be used for good or bad more effectively than any device in our modern era? You can learn about CPR or how to make an explosive device on the Internet. You can meet good people, bad people — even terrorists on the Internet. This is the world we live in. This is what it looks like.
In some ways this technology reminds me of the choice Adam and Eve had to make in the Garden of Eden. They could choose for themselves what was good or bad by eating the forbidden fruit or let God decide for them what was best. Now, thanks, in part, to the Internet, we get to choose instantly for ourselves between good and bad every time we put our fingers on a laptop or iPhone. It is easier than ever to be seduced into secret sins without any human seeing the choices we instantly make.
Only this fruit is not forbidden. It is available to everyone who can afford it. I find it a bit ironic that the emblem on many computers and other electronic devices has an apple with a single bite out of it. Although the Bible never said the forbidden fruit was an apple, many people believe it was. One bite of that forbidden fruit proved fatal. But computers are not forbidden fruit. I know that.
For all its dangers, the Internet has been useful in connecting people to people, finding lost loves and family members. There is nothing like it for fast, effective communication. It cost less to shop online. Even the word of God is being spread at an incredible rate, thanks to the Internet.
Still, beware. There are real world consequences for our online behavior. The Internet has caused more legal and family problems than most people will ever care to share. It has downloaded knowledge of good and evil. As such, it is vital not to bite off more than you can chew.


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MIAMI – December 08, 2012 – Haute Living and Luxury Swiss watchmaker Hublot celebrated Miami Beach, in collaboration with The Collection Ferrari and world renowned expressionist artist Domingo Zapata. Together, Hublot and Zapata hosted an exclusive reception at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, December 7, at the Hublot Bal Harbour Boutique. The boutique showcased a unique storefront creation from Zapata's Avion collection and several new pieces of his work to a crowd of Miami tastemakers, art aficionados and VIP guests. In addition, Zapata created a work that he presented to Miami Heat owner, Micky Arison, and that will be auctioned at a later date to benefit the HEAT Foundation.
The art unveiling at the Hublot boutique was followed by an after party at the newly-opened SLS Hotel in South Beach. Special guests included: Miami Heat owner, Micky Arison; Heat president, Pat Riley; Heat player, Juwan Howard; NFL's Jeremy Shockey; music producer and artist, Rico Love; actors Jeremy Piven, Adrian Grenier, Simon Rex and Jordi Molla; Lea Black, Karent Siera and Joe Francis from The Real Housewives of Miami; Jennifer Williams from VH1's Basketball Wives; Jill Zarin from The Real Housewives of New York; former NSync member, Lance Bass; artist Damien Hirst; WNBA players Kelly Schumacher and Ruth Riley; entertainment promoter, Kenny Burns; select members of the news media; and more.
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Hublot's distinct craftsmanship of timepieces, with their unusual lines, sharp angles, and uniquely-cut diamonds naturally led to a collaboration with Zapata who is known for his abstract expressionist multimedia style and his incorporation of collage and graffiti.
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He was born in Philadelphia, Tenn. on Jan. 30, 1954, a son of the late William and Pearl Arp.
He has made Cleveland and the surrounding areas his home for more than 30 years.
He was of the Methodist faith and a member of Broad Street United Methodist Church.
He was a graduate of Hiwassee Junior College, where he was a member of the College Choir, and also Tennessee Wesleyan College, where he was a member of the Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity. He was also a member of Delta Psi Omega acting fraternity and a member of the Circle K club. He was currently employed with Hiwassee Mental Health where he served on the Crisis Response Team. He was a former McMinn County Deputy Sherriff.
He loved watching wrestling matches, singing, enjoying both gospel and bluegrass music, telling jokes and doing anything that was helping others. Above all, he enjoyed being "Uncle Larry" to his nieces, nephews and many others.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepfather-in-law W.T. "Mr. Bill" Blevins.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving and devoted wife of 34 years, Marie Ann Arp; one brother and his wife, Doyle and Kay Arp of Philadelphia; mother-in-law, Marge Blevins of Cleveland; brother-in-law, Phil Mullins (Mary) of Ooltewah; and sister-in-law, Marjorie Jeanette Mayo of the West Nashville area. He is also survived by his "Fur Babies" and numerous nieces, nephews and many other extended family members and friends.
The family will receive friends at Broad Street on Thursday, May 2, 2013, from 10 a.m. until noon in the parlor of Broad Street United Methodist Church, 133 Broad Street in Cleveland.
A celebration of his life will follow at noon in the main sanctuary of Broad Street United Methodist Church with Pastor Dave Hagan and Pastor Randy Martin officiating.
Interment will follow in the Corinth Baptist Church Cemetery in Loudon with Phil Lewis, Phil Bazel, Ronnie Arp, Rick Arp, Wes Harness and Bobby McBride serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be the brothers of the Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers donations be made in Larry's memory to either the Broad Street United Methodist Church Scholarship Fund or to the Corinth Baptist Church Cemetery Perpetual Care Fund.
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Well, that's over.
Now that Halloween has come and gone, we can start getting ready for the heavy-hitting holidays of November and December.
From now on, you'll be bombarded with tips on how to cook for the holidays, how to decorate for the holidays, how to pay for the holidays.
But only here will you find tips for the absolute most important component of holiday enjoyment — how not to wind up at your loved ones' throats.
Nothing is more holiday-deflating than some family member sulking or not speaking to other members. And it happens. This time of the year can bring out the worst, as well as the best, in us.
But there are ways to avoid contributing to bad holiday spirit:
Respond to invitations, dummy. Not responding is a tried-and-true recipe for creating holiday conflict. See, the way it works is that they feed you for free. All you have to do is let them know whether you are coming. I shouldn't have to tell you stuff like this.
Like the gift you are given, even if you don't. OK, OK, so you wanted the audio book, "Kardashian Konfidential," but they gave you "The Complete Works of St. Augustine." You'll only hurt the giver's feelings if you pout.
Eat almost to the point of, um, indelicacy. They went to a lot of trouble and expense to cook dinner for you. So when they proudly say, "I tried a new stuffing recipe this year, rye bread, kidneys and just a whisper of vanilla extract. Have some more.'' You say, "Yum'' and hold out your plate.
Let bygones be bygones. So, you were the oldest and had to take care of your brothers and sisters. So, you were the middle child and didn't get the attention the first-born did. So, you were the youngest and had to make do with a hand-me-down bike. Grow up. Stop poisoning the present with long-past grievances.
Human beings are mortal. This is most important and the underlying reason behind all of the above. In 10 years, or five years, or even next year, there may be fewer people at the holiday table. And that will be painful. But even more painful will be the memory of loved ones if that memory is soured by what you too-late realize were trivial piques and resentments. Regret is not a pleasant holiday companion.
Food and gifts are ephemeral. Family is permanent. And our feelings about family are always with us. Forever.
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PH Email Mentors are patients and caregivers from all over the world, standing by to help patients, caregivers and parents through one-on-one, email-based support. Jim Wilson is one of those mentors, and he shares a little about himself now.
Our involvement with PH started when my wife Debbie was diagnosed in late 1997. Like many who have received this diagnosis, we didn't know anything about PH. Debbie had taken Fen-Phen diet pills in 1995 but discontinued them when she started feeling run down. She was misdiagnosed for several years until a cardiologist gave us the definitive diagnosis of primary pulmonary hypertension in November 1997. We both remember the physician telling us, "I can't treat what you have, but what I can tell you is survivability is less than 18 months." We were referred to a pulmonology group in December 1997. They ran some additional tests and told us to come back after the holidays. We went back with high hopes that they would have answers. This pulmonology group told us that they didn't know enough about PH to treat her and referred us to a hospital that did lung transplants. The transplant team started my wife on a program designed for PH to see if she could qualify for a transplant.
The transplant physician had done a fellowship with Dr. David Badesch, and he told us that Debbie might be able to take this relatively new drug called Flolan® that was considered a bridge to transplant. Flolan® stabilized Debbie and she's still around today. In the meantime, we started learning everything we could about PH. We have now been fighting this battle for 14 years, and Debbie has recently transitioned to Veletri®.
My 26-year career as a hospital administrator in the Air Force helped us immensely in navigating the maze of hospitals, insurance issues and physician-speak that can overwhelm anyone diagnosed with a chronic, incurable disease. The other great resource that has helped us is PHA. Our first PHA International PH Conference was in 1998 in Grapevine, Texas. This past Conference in Orlando was our seventh. We always learn something new and come away with a renewed sense of hope that a cure is within reach.
At the first Conference we attended, I went to the scientific sessions and the sessions for male caregivers to help me understand this disease and my role as a caregiver. I got involved in fundraising by organizing several golf tournaments in the Dallas area and eventually drafted the first guidelines for PHA fundraising events. I served a term on PHA's Board of Trustees and am currently a member of PHA's Investment Committee.
As my wife and I grew with this disease, our focus changed from the types of Conference sessions we attended to the sessions we led or co-chaired. I was fortunate to co-chair the male caregiver session at the 2006 Houston Conference and the experience only furthered my desire to help others cope with the difficulties of living with this disease. I've also had the pleasure of being on panels that discussed traveling with PH, talking with your physician and fundraising.
Communicate. Never forget, there are good days and bad days. Be flexible in how you treat each new day. You have to be sensitive to how the patient approaches the disease. Are they going to be upset and angry, or are they going to say, "I'm going to do what I want to do"? My wife stays as active as her health will let her. As her caregiver, I know when she has done too much and I will encourage her to slow down.
Take care of yourself. You both have the disease. There's stress 24 hours a day in this caregiver role, so you have to have time to de-stress — and not just when you're sleeping. It's important to have "me time." It makes it much more enjoyable if the patient insists on it, too, and they see the value in it for you.
I have to fight this disease. Mentoring is another way I can say, "I am fighting this thing." I became a mentor because I want to help people who are going through what I've gone through. I want people to start living with a sense of hope, not a sense of dread. My goal is to help caregivers who may be feeling forlorn and overwhelmed to develop a sense of hope.


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I experienced a vibration at 60mph on my 2006 300c. This occured at 17,065 miles. My five-star Chrysler dealer found the factory installed Goodyear Assurance tires had runout on each of the them. My tire preference for years has been with Michelin. I located four of the new Michelin Primacy MXV4 225/60R/18 at my local Merchant dealer. The new michelins would not fit on the factory 300C wheels. While the tires were the same size, the factory wheels has a double bead that would not allow the tire to seal. I didn't believe this until I watched the dealer try to mount the Michelins on the wheel. Merchant located a set of the Goodyear Assurance. They fit without a problem. This is UNREAL!
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coolrunning Posts: 117I just replaced my OEM Continentals (P215R60-18) with a set of Michelin Latitude HP (P255R55-18) on the stock chrome clad rims that came with my 2006 300C Heritage Edition. The new tires are the exact size, brand and type that come with the BMW SUV's as OEM equipment. They are H-rated and run flat design. I only got 20,000 miles of the Continentals, but expect about 60,000 miles out of the Michelins. Performance is greatly enhanced. I am experiencing much better braking and traction on wet and dry pavements as well as amazing cornering improvemnet. The run flat design makes the ride a bit more firm, but it corners so much better I don't mind it at all. The tire profile elevates the ride height slightly, which is OK because the car is a little too low to clear some steep driveways without scraping anyway. You can buy cheaper tires, but I don't think you can buy better tires than Michelins. I spared no expense for something so critically important to the safe operation of my vehicle.
vic10 Posts: 188Michelin's eh? They must be newly available. When I needed replacements last Fall (at 30K miles), when my Conti's were virtually Slicks, all I could find were Goodyear Assurance. They're not bad: Improved the handling and quieter ride. But I'm not impressed with their adhesion on wet pavement. I think even the Conti's were better. I've always preferred Michelin since my first car (69 Firebird)....
bartm55 Posts: 1I have been around cars for most of my 62 yrs and have been a mechanic for the past 30. Our 2006 SRT with 17,000 miles on the odometer had the Eagle F-1's and had wear on half of both front tires on the inside. Now this is going to seem crazy and it is. If you draw a line across the center of the tire from front to back, back bumper to front bumper ....only one half is worn...top or bottom you chose but only half. There is a wear pattern like it was rubbing against something, it has a groove about 5/8ths inch wide that starts at one side on the inside and gets deep in the center about 3/8ths in deep and tapers off at the other side.
The only reasonable explanation I can come up with is the tire suffers from tread separation.
I know of three other SRT owners here on the Big Island that have had the exact same problem. Dealer has no explanation for it and the Goodyear says there's nothing wrong with the tire. I can buy new ones for 399.00 a piece. Yeah like I would buy another of those tires.
It is utterly ridiculous and I''m sure there have been a death of two that this attributes to. Someone just has to expect the unexpected and check the tires for this unbelievable wear pattern. The outer portion of the tires looked great but I had the car up on my lift and saw the problem.....check your F1's they are very , very dangerous. The tell tale is the vibration that feels like a tire balance problem, don't be lazy get under the car and look at the inside tread... :mad: -
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dontplayme Posts: 1currently have pirelli's p255/r 60/18 99h four seasons came out in 2006 have 44k on car & maybe 20k plus on tires problem all tires are down to 4/32nd and worse at tread wear bar have to replace all 4, tire store won't even rotate them. not sure if i should get same tire again since tie rod issue may be reason for uneven tire wear & such. went online & out of the choices & price pirelli stands out the best at $133.00 per tire unmounted. chrysler dealership is willing to sell them to me at their cost not sure what this is yet. any suggestions :confuse: oh by the way purchased car 11/11/08 certified used car at chrysler dealership car had just come off lease,tie rod & shot tires should have been dealt with before car was put on floor for sale
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tweekes Posts: 5I bought my 300C in 04 (2005 Model, paid sticker, had to have it) the Conti's were toast at 20K, put on Goodrich somethings with the tread that looks like snake scales, you see them on trick my truck etc. Toast in 20K, noisy and vibrated but they looked really cool. Did Goodyear Assurance, 25K and they are almost gone. Moral of the story, get a 60K treadwear guarantee, at 25K, get a new pair at half price. I'm in S. Florida, they tell me it's the worst treadware area in the US. Other than tire destruction, love the car. 65K on the odo and I'm still happy
jupes Posts: 4You should be fine . The 300c with 18 inch are the nasty problem. OEM was Continental. 20,000 clicks and they were toast on the front end.Firestones didn't do much better. Three sets of tires burnt off at 77,000 kilometers!!! (45,000 miles to my American cousins) Bought the New Michelins. keep you all posted.
jloiacono Posts: 12I HAD AN 06 300 C WITH CONTI'S ON IT. HAD TO REPLACE 2 FRONT AT 18,000--THE 2 REARS AT 26,000 MILES. I GOT A LETTER IN THE MAIL THAT THERE WAS A CLASS ACTION SUIT AGAINST CONTI. I FILLED OUT THE FORM FOR A REIMBURSEMENT LAST SEPTEMBER. THEY SAID I DIDN'T GIVE THEM ENOUGH INFO. I GAVE THEM 2 BILLS FROM 2 DIFFERENT CHRYSLER DEALERS--THEY EVEN HAVE THE TIME OF DAY ON THEM. I MAILED THEM THE FORM AGAIN. STILL HAVEN'T HEARD ANYTHING. HAS ANYBODY HEARD ABOUT THIS--OR MAYBE ITS A SCAM.
coolrunning Posts: 117At least you heard something. I sent in two claims, (one for each of my 300C's) and have yet to hear anything at all. I expected to get back about $80.00 for each claim, but it has been over a year now and not a word. I have copies of everything I sent, including phone numbers. I will call to inquire what the hold up is... I bought Michelins (two sets), and they are the exact same size as what BMW puts on their SUV. They are run flats, and grip like magnets.
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Excellent jersey for cooler weather!
By Chomby
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Comments about Nashbar Orleans Thermal Jersey:
Just what I needed for my morning commute. Reasonably priced and well-designed.
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By Nebulous
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I'm 5'8" & 150lbs, ordered Sm, way too loose around waist and torso.
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Nice jersey, alone or as a layer
By JimFent
from St Louis, MO
Great jersey for those cooler days. Inside is soft enough to be worn against the skin. To me, this jersey is enough by itself down to about 45-50 deg. For cooler temps, it's loose enough to wear over another layer but snug enough to be worn under a jacket. Breaths well while doing a decent job of keeping the cold air out. The stripes on the shoulders and back are reflective, improving visibility. I'm 6'0, 40" chest, 32" waist, 33" arms and a Medium fits me well.
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By jabez
from NYC
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This jersey is excellent as an outer layer when the temperatures are between 40 and 60F, and it works great under a jacket in extremely cold weather. I'm 5'9" and 170 lbs. and the M fits well. It is very comfortable and not as tight as some, so if you want something form-fitting and super aerodynamic, this might not work so well for you. The fabric is nice and warm, and the red color is bright but not blinding. It has some decent reflective material as well. I like it a lot.
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Great jersey for the price
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Great value, I've only worn it once but the jersey fit very well and performed just as I hoped.
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I will use this for the cool spring day s here in Oregon. I am 5'10 and 210. I love how the large fits. It seems warm (thin lined fleece inside) and sporty. It fits snug and perfect in the arms. My wife really liked how it fit on me. The color blue looks better in person. Almost got medium based on some reviews..glad I did not.may try it out tomorrow.
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I actually own this long sleeve jersey in three colors. It is a little undersized so I had to move a size larger than what I normally wear. Great for the top layer for winter, early spring and late fall rides. I can easily fit between two and four extra layers underneath to dress according to the temps (I generally don't ride below 20F).
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I bought this jersety along with the Softshell Jacket, and since they were identical material, I didn't need both, so I sent this back.It fits great, and is warm (for SF Bay Area winters), and is made well, so I think it rates a 4 star.
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Love this! I'm a 5'8 140 lb female who was looking for a warm layer for cold weather rides and layering. I got a small, and feel as though it is a bit bigger than if prefer, but since it's being used for a top layer with a few layers underneath it works okay. The color is nice and bright, and the length is long. The pockets in the back are deep, and hold a lot of stuff, if need be. The zipper is not the best quality, but if your not ripping it on and off it should be fine. Overall very pleased with the product, especially for the price. Can't find much of a better deal for a good quality layer.
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I am a very large rider 6'6" and 300 lbs. This thermal jersey in XXXL fits me very well and gives me the opportunity to ride in cooler weather. I find the length good enough, if it had been offered in a tall I would have gone for that. The fit around is good (my chest is 56", waist 44"). The fit is snug, but not tight. Giving me room to move but not flapping in the breeze.
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Those of us who attended the fall swap yesterday loved the beautiful location of the Beaver Pavilion at Oak Mountain State Park. Since it is difficult to get a nice pavilion in the spring, we decided to reserve the same one now. This means that we have to decide on a date soon.
I know it is difficult to predict what may come up. For me, I love the swap so much that it gets top priority, and I plan everything else around it. This year we held the spring swap on May 5th, the first Saturday in May. How about doing the same next year? The first Saturday is May 4th. I don't think this will conflict with the Birmingham Botanical Gardens spring sale, which is usually on the 2nd or 3rd weekend in April-they don't have the date up on the site yet. Alice, please check on the date for the Gadsden spring plant sale. Please post your preferences here and I will reserve the pavilion once we have reached a consensus. Thanks, Susan |
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- Posted by madabouteu 8A - central Alabama (My Page) on Sun, Oct 7, 12 at 10:46
It may be months before we know the date of the anual Master Gardener sale here in Etowah County; I will try to find out later today if there is any indication, though. In Spring 2011, I brought transplants of some unusuual eggplants. This Spring, someone asked if I had any more, which I did not! So - I thought I would grow some for WSpring 2013. Does anyone have any particular kind of eggplant they would like for me to grow for them? For that matter, any other kind of veggie, such as pepper? I usually order seeds from Baker Creek, which has an outstanding selection of heirloom seeds. |
Sure hate I missed the fall swap. I'll do a better job of watching for the spring date. Happy fall everyone. |
To people who weren't there: This isn't everyone who was there. There were several newbies and enough oldies for a good swap. :-) That said, we do need for everyone to bring a new swapper and to encourage ones who missed the last ones. We usually have more people at the spring swaps and I'm wondering if we want to go for a larger pavilion in this area. The Beaver pavilion is in a wonderful location, but has no power outlet and wouldn't accommodate many more people than we had. Should we look into costs and location for a bigger one with power? I'd be willing to kick in a few more $$ if we need to. What do you think? |
Hi Alice, There are only three pavilions in that particular area: two rent for $45.00, the large one we were next to is $150.00. I'm not sure I can commit to splitting that bill if not enough of us show up. You are right - we should each commit ourselves to increasing attendance, as you did this year. There's every reason to believe this event can bring in several dozen, if not more, traders. The swap in southern Tennessee is extremely organized, maintains their own website, and is attended by hundreds of devoted people. Again, there's no reason to believe we can't do the same. Let's look for free advertising, like "Coffee News", which is available in several establishments I patronize. I'll commit to placing an ad with the local edition in late winter of 2013, as well as a post on "Craig's List" (and hope we don't accidentally invite a serial killer!). A website can be purchased for around $60.00 a year, if we want to try that route. Let's look for other on-line gardening sites that allow for the advertising of swaps, making sure they know there is no "fee" (except for the sharing of pavilion rent and food). Thanks for putting the highlight on this idea - we definitely need to expand, and it's becoming crucial at this point. Until next time..... |
- Posted by madabouteu 8A - central Alabama (My Page) on Mon, Oct 8, 12 at 22:22
I talked with Bety Hall, who is in charge of our annual sale. She confirmed that our sale date will be the Saturday after Auburn has its A-day, so it will most likely be the 3rd Saturday in April and the half-price sale wil be the 4th Saturday. That means Alice, myself and any other Etowah people should be free on May 4. And even if not we usually glom some plants for next year's sale at the swap, so our absence at the half-price sale would be excusable! |
I agree that $150 is too much to commit to. Aren't some of them more like $85? I don't see why we couldn't bring in enough people to make that work if there's one available in a good location. The one this year was in such a wonderful place that we're spoiled on that point. If we stay there, we'll just have to tell people not to bring food that has to be heated -- except, of course, your scrumptious hamburgers and hot dogs. The first weekend in May sounds good to me barring any unforeseen circumstances. |
I would be greatly interested in the spring swap Sorry I missed the fall gathering If you do not mind crossing the state line,Maynor Creek Water Park would be an ideal location The inside provillions are $75 The outside pavillions $30 Three bedroom cabins $110 Two bedroom $90 The waterpark is off Hwy 84 3 mi. west of Waynesboro MS.which is about 30 mi from Coffeeville,Silas,AL and 75 mi north of Mobile Phone 601-735-4365 |
- Posted by browneyedsusan z8a AL (My Page) on Wed, Oct 17, 12 at 10:20
Any other ideas and suggestions? Or should I go ahead and reserve one of the $45 pavilions at Oak Mountain? Susan |
I vote for staying at Oak Mountain and getting the same pavilion if it's available. It was a wonderful location and at least we know there are plugs available not too far away. If we have a bigger crowd, we'll just bring lots of chairs and a card table or two -- and huddle up if it rains. |
I agree with Alice. And I hope the "Beaver" pavilion is still available. There is another $45 pavilion at that location; inquire about it if the former is reserved. It's coming up on the second anniversary of the death of one of our swap's founding "members" and most generous traders, Terry Smith, thus the picture. I look forward to seeing everyone this spring (and let's work our tails off at increasing our numbers). Nelson |
- Posted by browneyedsusan z8a AL (My Page) on Thu, Oct 18, 12 at 10:18
Great! I will reserve a pavilion, the Beaver if available, or the other $45 one in the same area for May 4th, 2013. Susan |
- Posted by browneyedsusan z8a AL (My Page) on Thu, Oct 18, 12 at 15:19
I reserved the Beaver Pavilion for May 4th. I'm posting the confirmation letter here so that I don't lose the conf.# CONFIRMATION #: M6800 Thank you for making your reservation with Oak Mountain State Park. Enclosed is your confirmation information. We have reserved 1 Beaver room type, arriving on 05/04/13 and departing on 05/05/13. Your confirmation number is M6800. Your total for the rental of the pavilion is $45.00,Your total amount will be charged at the time of reservation. The payment for the Pavilion is non refundable after this payment date. We will try and reschedule your event on a different date. Arrivial time for the pavilions is 9:00 am. Departure time is 1 hour before sunset. We require a 5 day cancellation notice to reschedule your pavilion rental for a different date. If you have any special needs or request, please give us a call before your arrival. We are committed to making your stay at Oak Mountain State Park a pleasant one. A 15 amp electrical outlet is available in the large pavilions. No pets, loud music or alcoholic beverages are allowed in the beach area. If you would like to contact us on your current or future reservations, please call (205) 620-2520 Sincerely, The staff and management of Oak Mountain State Park |
Thanks Susan! That will be great. Nelson: I love that picture of Terry. It really shows how good-natured he was. It was always so nice to see him at the swaps. He is missed. |
Susan, Thanks a bunch! I'm already looking forward to it. Nelson |
may 4 at the same place sounds good to me. i like advance planning. thanks susan. wayne |
Will put it on my calender :) There's really not much way I can plan that far ahead as not sure on the kids' school activities and such but if at all possible we'll be there...and we'll try to bring a gardening friend or 2 along also...also getting started trying to root things to take and plant seeds inside that i hope to be ready by then...can't wait :) |
- Posted by squirrellypete z7b GA (My Page) on Sat, Nov 17, 12 at 18:23
Too far out for me to know for certain, but I'll mark it on the calendar. It's been probably 4 or 5 years since I was able to attend a swap for this group, maybe my mother and I can come in the Spring and I should have lots of rooted perennial plants to share if so. My friend's mother also said she wanted to attend a swap or two with us this year, this sounds like fun. Danielle |
- Posted by browneyedsusan z8a AL (My Page) on Sun, Nov 25, 12 at 0:08
Danielle, I hope you guys can make it to the swap. It will be nice to see you again. Susan |
Tony, whom we haven't heard from lately, has a post on the Alabama Exchange forum if ya'll want to check it out. AND is planning to start attending the swaps again. I'm looking forward to seeing our friend and generous trader again. |
- Posted by squirrellypete z7b GA (My Page) on Thu, Nov 29, 12 at 11:19
Thanks Susan, will be good to see you again too! The Georgia group is sorta talking about theirs right now too and according to the swap hostess it sounds like that one will be in April so if that holds there won't be a conflict there. Danielle |
i emailed tony about the spring swap at oak mtn. and he said debra was coming with him. wayne |
- Posted by browneyedsusan z8a AL (My Page) on Tue, Feb 19, 13 at 11:20
Just bumping this up since Kenneth asked about the spring swap. I am so looking forward to it. Please start updating your lists. Susan |
- Posted by squirrellypete z7b GA (My Page) on Tue, Feb 19, 13 at 19:32
Well....I spoke too soon lol. Unfortunately the GA Gardening forum also scheduled their swap for the same day of May 4th so I won't be able to attend the AL one this year =( Was looking forward to seeing some of ya'll again, maybe next year they'll be on different days. They were originally talking about the end of April but the date's set now and I already had obligations for that one. You all have fun and post pictures of all your goodies! |
Danielle: Sorry you won't be able to make it this Spring, but maybe this Fall . . . . |
- Posted by squirrellypete z7b GA (My Page) on Thu, Feb 21, 13 at 22:23
Thanks Catbird....hopefully then. =) |
Hey everyone, I am new to gardening. I live in Gadsden. I would like to participate in a swap. How do I go about this?? What do you swap? I only have seeds. I hang out in the seed exchange forum mostly. |
- Posted by madabouteu 8A - central Alabama (My Page) on Sat, Feb 23, 13 at 17:52
Desirai - just show up! Bring the seeds you want to trade, put them in packets and label them. Don't worry too muchh about having little to trade this time, a lot of people have stuff they do not want to take home! But before you go to the swap, be sure to stop by the Etowah County MG sale 2 weeks before! |
where is the swap? when is it and what is a mg sale? also catbird sent me a message but i cant respond |
- Posted by madabouteu 8A - central Alabama (My Page) on Sun, Feb 24, 13 at 6:34
For where and when, read the first post in this series. "MG" is Master Gardener, a day or so back I posted a message about the annual sale we have here in Etowah County. It will be held April 12 and 13 tjhis year, and the location is 300 West Meighan. |
- Posted by AndrewMonroe (My Page) on Tue, Mar 26, 13 at 19:28
sorry |
This post was edited by AndrewMonroe on Thu, Mar 28, 13 at 10:24
- Posted by madabouteu 8A - central Alabama (My Page) on Tue, Mar 26, 13 at 19:39
Andrew - the answer to both events is "Yes!". |
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(Especialista en endocrinología pediátrica)
A pediatric endocrinologist is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of children with diseases of the endocrine system, such as diabetes and growth disorders.
The glands of the endocrine system produce hormones, which are chemical substances that regulate many important body functions.
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How you divide your money between taxable and tax-exempt (or tax-deferred) accounts can affect investment returns. A 2010 Morningstar study found investors who did not consider tax implications in their investment choices lost 1 to 2 percent of annual returns to the U.S. Internal Revenue Service. In the course of saving for retirement, this can really add up. So which investment vehicles should you place into taxable and tax-exempt accounts?
Dividend-paying stocks, exchange-traded notes, low-turnover stock holdings, and master limited partnerships should be held in taxable accounts, such as one you might have with a brokerage firm or a Roth IRA.
Real estate investment trusts (REITs), bonds, high turnover investments, hedge fund holdings, commodities, options, and futures work to an investor's benefit in tax-exempt or tax-deferred accounts, such as a traditional IRA.
Disclaimer: The views expressed in this article are the opinions of the author and should not be interpreted as individualized investment advice. Investment objectives, risk tolerances and the financial situation of individual investors may vary. Please consult your financial and tax advisors before investing.