text:
Right after the booking I got an e-mail from the staff, which welcomed my booking and gave basic info about the B&B.
The B&B was easy to find, almost next to the Duomo. The B&B was on the second floor, with about 40 steps of stairs. The room with the external bathroom was basic with queen bed, TV, little table, minibar, chair, cupboard. The room also accommodated an extra bed.
The bathroom was about 5-6 metres away from the room, across the reception area.
Mandy was very nice in th - Anonymous
Giuliana was sooooo nice! Not only did she show us our room, explained
our to use the keys, she also recommended various really good
restaurants and gelaterias and marked everything on our map.The B&B
itself is old ( according to Giuliana, it was built in the 16th century)
but very clean and comfortable. Its location is right in the historical
center and everything is in walking distance. It takes roughly 15 mins
to walk from the train station, but if you have a lot of luggage you can
also - Anonymous
Really very good location. Quite close to Piazza del Duomo, and few minutes walk to the railway station. We cannot find it on via Roma at first, for we cannot believe this would be a B&B when looked outside. The decoration is very friendly, and the staff are helpful. Lift is in ancient style, though very small, but quite interesting. Breakfast is well prepared each morning. This is the best B&B we have experienced in Italy. We will strongly recommand it to our friends. - Anonymous
The staff were very friendly and wonderful. They were very helpful, warm, willing to assist in any way. The facilities were amazingly centrally located and the value for what we received was excellent. Loved the elevator for getting our luggage up to the 4th floor. - Anonymous
Excellent location to the church which is the main attraction in Florence. The room had a dedicated shower just down the hallway with a fabulous shower with hot water, which we looked forward to at the end of every day. - Anonymous
The location is incredible. Right outside my window, so close I almost
felt I could touch it, was the fantastically beautiful Il Duomo de
Firenze (cathedral), Florence's most popular sight to see. You
immediately feel like it's *your* piazza since you "live"
there, and all the other people milling around are just tourists. The
bells in the morning were magical. I should add that the piazza is
noisy until late at night but the windows are excellent modern double-
glazed ones, and when I shut the - Anonymous
The staff was lovely. The hotel was beautifully kept and the rooms
spotless. The rooms also had a modern security system and all modern
amenities. The location is fabulous. My view was of the Duomo. And you
step outside and turn to your left and you are in the plaza of the
Duomo. It's a five minute walk to the Academia and five to the
Uffizzi. The continental breakfast was always fresh and the staff always
welcoming. If I ever make it back to Florence I would be sure to stay
there again! - Anonymous
la sua posizione e la pulizia - Santa
Genial!! very good placed. Spectacular. In one word Great. Very good experience. High recommended. We feel like in a real palace - Xavi


text:
Penguins recall forward Brian Gibbons
Penguins/NHL Videos
The Penguins have recalled forward Brian Gibbons from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton.
Gibbons is off to a terrific start in the AHL this season, having produced seven goals and 22 points in 15 games. His 15 assists lead the AHL.
The 5-foot-8 forward was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Penguins in 2011.
A defensively responsible player who has produced two shorthanded goals this season, Gibbons is tied for the AHL lead with a plus-13
Show commenting policy
TribLive commenting policy
You are solely responsible for your comments and by using TribLive.com you agree to our Terms of Service.
We moderate comments. Our goal is to provide substantive commentary for a general readership. By screening submissions, we provide a space where readers can share intelligent and informed commentary that enhances the quality of our news and information.
While most comments will be posted if they are on-topic and not abusive, moderating decisions are subjective. We will make them as carefully and consistently as we can. Because of the volume of reader comments, we cannot review individual moderation decisions with readers.
We value thoughtful comments representing a range of views that make their point quickly and politely. We make an effort to protect discussions from repeated comments either by the same reader or different readers.
We follow the same standards for taste as the daily newspaper. A few things we won't tolerate: personal attacks, obscenity, vulgarity, profanity (including expletives and letters followed by dashes), commercial promotion, impersonations, incoherence, proselytizing and SHOUTING. Don't include URLs to Web sites.
We do not edit comments. They are either approved or deleted. We reserve the right to edit a comment that is quoted or excerpted in an article. In this case, we may fix spelling and punctuation.
We welcome strong opinions and criticism of our work, but we don't want comments to become bogged down with discussions of our policies and we will moderate accordingly.
We appreciate it when readers and people quoted in articles or blog posts point out errors of fact or emphasis and will investigate all assertions. But these suggestions should be sent via e-mail. To avoid distracting other readers, we won't publish comments that suggest a correction. Instead, corrections will be made in a blog post or in an article.
Most-Read Penguins
- Players respect coach, refuse to blame Johnston
- Penguins coach Johnston's mother dies
- Penguins notebook: Malkin likely to return Saturday
- Penguins notebook: Staal insists he never asked for trade to Penguins
- Penguins' protracted slump continues with 5-2 loss at Carolina
- Penguins defensemen Letang, Martin embrace heavy workload
- Penguins notebook: Adams says fight was to counter Blues' brutish tactics
- Penguins notebook: Ehrhoff exits early again after hitting his head
- NHL scoring continues its decline in March
- Penguins notebook: Malkin, Hornqvist skate with team
- Penguins, Blues players adjust to roles with new teams

subset: commoncrawl


text:
From the front door of our modest farmhouse the daily route flows out in three directions. Two paths lead to the care of the animals on the land: horses, chickens, donkeys, dogs, cats and a mule. The third path leads to an office where I manage the business of the farm and family. I cover these trails at least twice each day
As a United Methodist minister I happily conduct weddings. I tell those gathered that this couple's marriage has been unfolding for some time. At this ceremony they are making a public statement of their promises, and they are asking for our blessing and support. There are no magic words I say as officiant. There is, however, tremendous power in the words that the couple says as they make their declaration to each other, to their community, their state and indeed to the entire nation.
When my children were young we planned to live out a "Pioneer Week," turning off the electricity and running water here on the farm, and moving through our days as our county's residents might have done during my grandmother's childhood. We discussed this idea in the early-to-mid 1990s, before home computers were so ubiquitous and when cell phones were still the size of bricks and nearly as heavy.
"I think this is why they have rituals," a friend said to me last week. Her mother had died a just two days earlier, and already she was pushed to "take care of business" –the busyness that inevitably follows a death. There are papers to file, drawers to empty, people to call.
I was happy to read that Durham Public Schools decided to do the right thing and pay the custodians who worked 50 days without remuneration -- due to a subcontractor going bankrupt. It would have been easy for the school board to say, "Not our problem!" I had already started working on this column about "pass the buck" schemes, so I was happy to read of a situation in which an organization owned their responsibility.
I am writing this on the longest night of the year, or the shortest day, depending on your perspective. The composition process will span both the day and the night. As I sit here I can feel, in some deep place, the shift in the tilt of the earth -- that cosmic return from darkness to light.
When I wake in the morning I lift my head to peer out the bedroom window across the room. What I look for is Peter's red truck. Most mornings he is up before me, has started the coffee, and made the short trip up our long driveway to get his beloved newspaper. Some mornings he leaves early to eat breakfast out. Though I am a person who loves solitude, I am always disappointed when the truck isn't there.
Occasionally so many things coalesce that we finally have to pay attention. As for me, I have ignored some great teachers along the way -- people like Pema Chodron, Henri Nouwen and, closer to home, Marilyn Wolff of the Servant Leadership School of Greensboro. That is a lot of wisdom to shun. I'd rather think that, all this time, their teachings were slowly seeping into me such that, one day last week, they reached a saturation point at which my whole chemistry was transformed
I was living in North Carolina when I first heard of Clyde Edgerton, but the news of his novel, "Raney," came to me via my hometown in Arkansas. A childhood friend had written me (pre-email days) about a book she had fallen in love with. "I think the author lives near you," my friend wrote.
We just returned from a much-needed weekend away and, as always, a house-sitter took care of things here. "Things" needing care are primarily animals, and they can be demanding -- requiring detailed instructions and a bit of finesse to keep some in and others out.
If you grew up in Hillsborough and spent some childhood time in the woods and down by the creeks, you might have spied an unusual child practicing preaching to any flora or fauna that would lend an ear.
Whenever we make a case for (or against) something we think is important, we'll often cite a study. By referring to "studies," we intend to use the best of the scientific method to help us make vital decisions -- often about our health.
In yoga class an instructor often invites students to set an intention for the hour ahead. The opportunity sometimes catches me off-guard, but after that initial, "Oh," I quickly recognize what I need for the day ahead of me (calm, or forgiveness), and ask for it, or intend it. I bring that intention into the poses that comprise a yoga class, and always leave better than when I arrived.
"When you drive up to your home or workplace, what do before you go inside?" The workshop leader looked intently at the man he'd chosen to answer this question.
The first thing I didn't post on Facebook was a picture of the snake we found on the front porch. The second photo I didn't post was a shot of my riding helmet, half-chaps, and bridle hung together on a wrought-iron rack against rough-hewn barn wood. It looked like something staged for a magazine.


text:
The secular side of Stanford's medieval and early modern manuscript collections will be on display in The Circle of the Sun, opening in Green Library's Peterson Gallery and Munger Rotunda on Feb. 3. The exhibit follows on last year's Scripting the Sacred and is the concluding half of a two-part exhibit designed to show the full spectrum of manuscripts available for teaching and research.
Thursday, January 23, 2014
Wednesday, December 4, 2013
After Hours | Creative Pursuits of Stanford University Libraries Staff
Call for entries: Summer 2014 exhibit in Green Library
In your non-work time, do you photograph, draw, paint, print, throw pots, weave baskets, write creatively, work with textiles, wood, or metal, make jewelry, design artist's books, practice calligraphy, or engage in other creative activities or skilled crafts? You're invited to submit work for a curated exhibit in Green Library's 2nd floor galleries this summer.
Friday, November 22, 2013
The lobby in Green Library is one of the stops of a new, multimedia exhibit on Albert Camus, the most translated French author, in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of his birth. The seven-poster display offers visitors an intimate peek into his life and work through a series of QR codes linked to copyrighted material.
Monday, October 7, 2013
What's Cooking at the UN?
Cookbooks, Programs and Polices of the United Nations
Selected materials from the Stanford University Library Collections
The United Nations officially came into existence on 24 October 1945, when the Charter had been ratified by China, France, the Soviet Union, the United Kingdom, the United States, and by a majority of other signatories. United Nations Day is celebrated on 24 October each year.


text:
Casablanca Inn
At the waterfront property, 32 of the 33 rooms have ocean views (and a handful have fireplaces, for when the nights get chilly). The restaurant, open for dinner only, looks out on the vast expanse of the Pacific.
Congratulations to Mei Lin, winner of Top Chef Season 12.


text:
Robert Higgs Discusses Independence Day on the Scott Horton Radio Show
Recorded: Thursday, July 4, 2013
Senior Research Fellow Robert Higgs talks with Scott Horton about his classic The Transformation of the American Economy 1865-1914; the July 4th celebration of statism and American mythology. Check out some of Robert Higgs books mentioned on the program.
Experts: Robert HiggsType: RadioIssues: Culture/ Society, History (U.S), Nationalism, Political Ideology and Philosophy
Stephen Halbrook Joins the Versus Debates on Firearms and Freedom
Recorded: Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Research Fellow Stephen P. Halbrook joins the Versus Debates on The Right to Bear Arms is a Freedom Too Far.
Experts: Stephen P. HalbrookType: TelevisionIssues: Culture/ Society, Freedom, Gun Control, Public Health/ Consumer Protection
Robert Higgs on Scott Horton Show
Recorded: Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Senior Fellow Robert Higgs talks with Scott Horton about the growth of government during the war on terror, economic recession and domestic emergencies. Check out some of Robert Higgs books mentioned on the program.
Experts: Robert HiggsType: RadioIssues: Bureaucracy and Government, Defense and Foreign Policy, Economic History and Development (U.S.), Economic Policy, Political Ideology and Philosophy
Stephen P. Halbrook on FoxNews: Gun Owner Liability Insurance
Recorded: Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Research fellow Stephen Halbrook discusses the proposed selling of gun owner liability insurance on FoxNews with Judge Jeanine Pirro.
Experts: Stephen P. HalbrookType: TelevisionIssues: Civil Liberties/ Human Rights, Constitutional Law, Crime, Culture/ Society, Gun Control, Law Enforcement, Public Health/ Consumer Protection
How U.S. Economic Warfare Provoked Japan's Attack on Pearl Harbor
Recorded: Saturday, October 27, 2012
Senior Fellow Robert Higgs speaks at The Arthur M. Krolman lecture, presented at the 2012 Mises Institute Supporters Summit: "The Truth About War: A Revisionist Approach". Recorded at Callaway Gardens, Georgia, on 27 October 2012.
Experts: Robert HiggsType: Other EventIssues: Defense and Foreign Policy, Diplomacy and Foreign Aid, Economic History and Development (International), Economic History and Development (U.S.), Trade
State, War and Economy
Recorded: Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Senior Fellow Robert Higgs, author of Delusions of Power, is interviewed on The Lew Rockwell Show, about the delusions of government power and U.S. interventionism.
Experts: Robert HiggsType: RadioIssues: Bureaucracy and Government, Defense and Foreign Policy, Free Market Economics, Government Power, Political Ideology and Philosophy
Robert Higgs on Great Depression vs. Great Recession
2012 Summer Seminar for College Students
Recorded: Thursday, August 2, 2012
Part 1 |
Part 2
Part 3
This presentation is from our 2012 Challenge of Liberty Summer Seminar for college students, which was held from July 30 to August 3, 2012, at Notre Dame de Namur University, Belmont, California.
View videos and more information about the Summer Seminars.
Experts: Robert HiggsType: Challenge of Liberty SeminarsIssues: Economic History and Development (U.S.), Economic Policy
Robert Higgs: Warfare, Welfare, and the State
Recorded: Tuesday, July 24, 2012
This presentation by Independent Institute Senior Fellow Robert Higgs was presented on July 24, 2012, at Mises University, sponsored by the Ludwig von Mises Institute, in Auburn, Alabama.
Experts: Robert HiggsType: TelevisionIssues: Bureaucracy and Government, Business, Corporate Welfare, Defense and Foreign Policy, Government Power, History (U.S), Political Ideology and Philosophy


text:
I use a web application that forces you to reauthenticate with the application even if you open a new browser window that shares the same session, e.g. File, New Window in Internet Explorer. I was surprised since I thought that if you opened a new browser window from File, New in both IE and Firefox (vs. starting a new browser process) that it would share the same session.
Using an Internet Explorer cookie viewer/editor, I saw no cookies for this application at all.
How do they likely implement this forced authentication scheme that seems to disallow new browser windows from continuing the session?


text:
Staff Reporter
Kochi: M.K. Sanoo and Gopi Kottamurickal, president and secretary of the T.K. Ramakrishnan Cultural Centre have, in a media release, refuted the allegations levelled against the centre.
"Registered under the Charitable Societies Act, the T.K. Ramakrishnan Cultural Centre is not a trust," they said.
"It is a centre for promotion of culture… Although a request for leasing of land in Kochi for setting up such a centre was submitted as early as 2006, it was only recently that the government came around to agree to lease out 15 cents of land at jetty for a period of 30 years.
'No land grab'
"In the meantime, the Corporation of Kochi also showered its magnanimity on us by agreeing to give some more land for the centre. However, we have decided to go ahead with the setting up of the centre at the site allotted by the government," they said in the release.
On the allegation that the CPI (M) was aiming at grabbing land in the name of cultural leaders, they said that despite an acre of land at Marine Drive being given during A.K. Antony's Chief Ministership to set up a centre in the name of G. Sankara Kurup, nothing had happened.
"Likewise, the land allotted in the name of K.A. Damodara Menon in Thiruvananthapuram lies unused with a half-broken signboard.
"As for the T.K. Ramakrishnan Cultural Centre, efforts have already been undertaken to complete the project in a time-bound fashion," they said.


text:
Outdoor Lights
Showing 1404 results
Most Popularˇ
- Ceiling Lights
- Close-to-Ceiling Lights
- Wall Lights
- Ceiling Fans
- Outdoor Wall Lights
- Outdoor Post Lights
- Outdoor Ceiling Lights
- Outdoor Pendant Lights
- LED Outdoor Lights
- Weather-Resistant Lights
- Security and Motion Lights
- Dark-Sky Outdoor Lights
- Outdoor Accessories
- Specialty Lighting
- Lighting Accessories
Narrow your search for
Outdoor Lights...
Outdoor Lights...
External Ads:
Up to 75% OFF
Mega Clearance
Open Box Deals
Up to 80% Off
10% Off Top Brands!*
Top Outdoor Lights
$112.00 $167.99 In Stock
Maxim Carriage House Die-Cast Aluminum 1-Light Outdoor Pole/Post Mount Oriental Bronze 3426WGOB
$196.00 $293.99 In Stock
Maxim Morrow Bay Die-Cast Aluminum 3-Light Outdoor Wall Mount Earth Tone 3188WGET
Still searching for Outdoor Lights?
Live Chat with an Expert and we'll be happy to help you search.
Or try expanding your selection in Lighting...
Style: Show more than just traditional
Body Color: Show more than just bronze or brown
Style: Show more than just traditional
Body Color: Show more than just bronze or brown
Also see related categories below, or view our Full Site Map
Did you see these other categories in Lighting?


text:
Improper storage of make-up could lead to skin infections
HOUSTON – Not storing make-up properly and using out-of-date cosmetics can result in infection, say dermatology experts at Baylor College of Medicine.
Five Wishes workshops planned for next Tuesday
YAKIMA – Does your physician know what medical treatment you want - and don't want - in the event that you're in an accident or diagnosed with a terminal illness?
Grief recovery workshop set to begin this Thursday
YAKIMA – Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital is offering a grief recovery workshop for anyone dealing with a loss such as a death, divorce, loss of relationship or identity.
Tuberculosis cases down slightly; remains a concern in Washington
Washington had a slight decline in tuberculosis (TB) cases in 2014 but state and local public health officials are still on high alert when it comes to this disease.
Avoid rodent-carried diseases this spring
If spring or summer cleaning uncovers signs that mice or other rodents have been in the area, people need to take precautions to avoid catching a rodent-carried disease like hantavirus.
PCB-containing light fixtures being removed from state's schools
Finding and eliminating the toxic chemicals known as polychlorinated biphenyls, or PCBs, contained in some fluorescent light ballasts in schools is the priority recommendation of a plan released by the Washington departments of Health and Ecology.
Survey says alcohol use on the decline among teens
Marijuana, e-cigarettes a concern
While more Washington teens consider alcohol use risky, fewer teens consider marijuana use to be risky according to recent results from the state Healthy Youth Survey.
Maundy Thursday, Easter services on tap at G'view church
GRANDVIEW - Bethany Community (Presbyterian) Church in Grandview is planning celebrations in honor of Holy Week.
Mabton's first ever police clerk aspires to be a patrolman
MABTON – Even though Nadia George has only been on the job as Mabton Police Department's first ever office clerk for less than a month, she says the job is one she had been training for as long as she can remember.
Legacy Washington launches online profiles of World War II vets
First profile on captured fighter pilot from Ferndale who narrowly avoided death
As the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II nears, the Office of Secretary of State is launching a gripping series of online profiles, beginning with the story of a Whatcom County fighter pilot who was captured and narrowly avoided death in a German concentration camp during the war.
Easter wishes
Youngster Andrew Brandsma tugs on the Easter Bunny's ear to express his wishes for Easter during a visit last Saturday at Mid-Valley Mall in Sunnyside.
'Gone Fiddlin' Again' concert in Grandview
GRANDVIEW – The musical group Gone Fiddlin' Again has teamed up with the Grandview Senior Citizens and the Grandview Parks and Recreation Department to offer a family concert on Saturday, April 25, at 2 p.m. at the Grandview Community Center gym, located at 812 Wallace Way.
Children's play to be staged in Walla Walla
WALLA WALLA – The Adventist Health Little Watts Children's Series of Family Entertainment presents "Homer Writes a Play!" on Wednesday, April 15, at 6:30 p.m.
Heritage hosts Easter egg hunt
TOPPENISH – Heritage University's Omega Delta Phi fraternity is sponsoring a family fun day and Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 4, from noon to 2:30 p.m. on the university's Toppenish campus.
Previous Next


text:
Turn on more accessible mode
Turn off more accessible mode
Skip Ribbon Commands
Skip to main content
This page location is:
Sign In
Locations & Directions
Request An Appointment
Find A Doctor
For Appointments: 1.800.KIDS DOC®
Donate Now
Care & Services
Billing & Medical Records
Prescriptions & Services
Our Culture of Care
Family Services
Conditions & Treatments
Specialties & Services
Find a Doctor
Parking & Locations
Visitors Guide
Research Areas
Clinical Studies
Core Facilities
Find a Researcher
About the Institute
Research News & Events
Training Opportunities
Management & Support
Researcher Toolkit
For Healthcare Professionals
Referral Toolkit
Fellowships & Programs
Education & Training
Physician Associations
Advocacy Initiatives
Children Insured by Medicaid
Government Relations
Community Relations
Safety Tips
Community Health Needs Assessment
Get Involved
Ways to Give
Attend an Event
Fundraise for Children
Partner or Sponsor
Shop or Dine for a Cause
Stay Connected
Read our Blogs
Join the Community
Browse Our Hope List
Patient Stories
National leader
in healthcare
for kids like
Search by Condition, Treatment, Specialty or Service >
I would like to...
Find a Doctor
Request an Appointment
Find Locations
Browse Conditions &
Log in
to MyChart
My Visit
Life at
Lurie Children's
Tackling Peanut Allergies in Schools
Dr. Ruchi Gupta spoke with WBEZ about our effort to make sure every Chicago public school has EPI pens, which can help save kids' with serious allergies lives.
Read the Article
Child Health Blogs
'Tis the Season for Sneezing
With the first few days of spring, come the first few days of allergy season. Visit our blog to see what allergist Tim Brown, MD, has to say about preventing your child's allergies from flaring up – or at least making them bearable.
Read the Post
A Guide to Eating Right During National Nutrition Month & Beyond
The Dangers of Having Liquid Nicotine & E-cigarettes in the House
News & Events
A Voice for Kids
The Chicago Tribune published an editorial urging Governor Rauner to support a Lurie Children's program that helps coordinate care for medically fragile children. Our blog post explains why preserving this cost-saving program is so important.
Read the Post
Georama Bring Virtual Adventures to Our Patients
Run the Bank of America Chicago Marathon for Lurie Children's
Research News
Investigating Spiral Formation in the Cornea
Philip Iannaccone, MD, PhD, proposed a framework for explaining the development of the spiral pattern on the cornea in a recently published paper. Learning how these spirals form and function may help us understand how the human eye develops and give us insight into how diseases affect corneal development.
Learn More
Studying Alternative Melanoma Treatments
Dr. Lauren Pachman Receives SPARC Grant for Translational Medicine
Give the Gift of Hope
Looking for a meaningful gift? Visit the Hope List to see how your support can help meet the hospital's most urgent needs.
Browse the Hope List
U.S.News & World Report
Honor Roll
Lurie Children's is the only hospital in Illinois ranked in all 10 specialties and is one of 12 hospitals nationally to receive the Honor Roll award.
Read About Our Badges & Rankings
LEED-certified to the Gold Level
Lurie Children's was LEED-certified to the Gold level in 2014. The LEED® green building program is the preeminent program for the design, construction, maintenance and operations of high-performance green buildings.
Learn More About Our Building
Magnet Recognized
In 2001, our hospital was the nation's first pediatric freestanding hospital and the first hospital in Illinois to earn the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence. In 2012, Lurie Children's was re-designated for a third time; less than 1% of hospitals have been designated three times.
Read More About Our Magnet Status
AAHRPP Research Accreditation
Lurie Children's and Stanley Manne Children's Research Institute have been awarded full accreditation by the Association for the Accreditation of Human Research
Learn More
Joint Commission Top Performer
For the second consecutive year, Lurie Children's is recognized as a Top Performer in The Joint Commission's Top Performers on Key Quality Measures™ program. Lurie Children's made the list for achieving excellence on its accountability measures in using evidence-based clinical processes that are shown to improve care for children's asthma.
Learn More
Care & Services
Conditions & Treatments
Specialties & Services
Find a Doctor
Parking & Locations
Research Areas
Clinical Studies
Find a Researcher
Researcher Toolkit
For Healthcare Professionals
Referral Toolkit
Fellowships & Programs
Education & Training
Physician Associations
Advocacy Initiatives
Government Relations
Community Relations
Community Health Needs Assessment
Get Involved
Ways to Give
Attend an Event
Fundraise for Children
Patient Stories
Quick Links
About Us
Contact Us
Financial Assistance
News & Events
For Employees
Follow us
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago | 225 E. Chicago Ave. | Chicago, IL 60611 | 312.227.4000
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago Foundation | Stanley Manne Children's Research Institute
Privacy & Legal Information
Copyright © 2015 Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. All rights reserved.
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago


text:
Samsung Electronics launched its first two Samsung Smartphone Cafés – dedicated mobile and IT experiential brand retail outlets at Banjara Hills and Kondapur in the city.
These stores offer live demos and an interactive experience to consumers for the array of Samsung's premium mobile and IT products including its sleek and stylish smart phones, premium feature phones, notebooks and notebooks as well as its Samsung Galaxy Tab.
The Samsung Smartphone Cafes were inaugurated on site by Mr. B.D Park, Director – Mobile &IT, Samsung India.
Addressing on the occasion, Mr. Park said, "consumers visiting these Smartphone Cafes can get live demos of our products with trained demonstrators being available to explain to them the key features of our products."
Samsung's total Smartphone portfolio comprises 15 models, with the price range being Rs. 7,980 to Rs.32, 890.
"Based on the positive feedback that we have received for our Smartphone Cafes we will be expanding this network to other cities on a pan India basis this year," Mr. Park added.


text:
Home > Homes to rent > Glasgow homes to rent
Be the first to know about new properties matching your search criteriaCreate alert
Flat 1/1 27 Underwood St Glasgow G41 3EP
Asked on Jan 9 2015, General in Glasgow
Where can I find the letting agent of a property?
Asked on Dec 3 2014, General in Glasgow
Who owns East Gadloch Farm?
Asked on Oct 28 2014, General in Glasgow
Ask a question


text:
I plan to brew a few batches of Saisons this spring and summer. But after reading up on these beers I've learned that this is a very diverse style.
If you have had a batch of Saison that you really liked I would appreciate knowing how you brewed it. This will be a 5 gallon batch, all grain. I am especially interested in recipes that were successful when fermentation temps were 75-85F.
Beer ----
--- the reason I wake up every afternoon.
I love Saisons and brew them often.
Lately I have been going for simple to let the yeast shine through.
Here is a Rye Saison that I like.
7lb Belgian pils
2lb Rye
1 lb. turbinado sugar
.5 oz Sorachi Ace (10.5 AA) FWH
1 oz Sorachi Ace @ 5 minutes
Wyeast 3711.
Another version is to just to replace the rye with 1lb Munich and 1lb wheat.
Both versions are simple and tasty.
3711 is a great yeast that always ferments out low. Works in wide range of temps. Good choice for first attempts for a saison. This yeast will ferment anything.
3724 is a good yeast but can be a little finicky on temps. Unless you have a way to control temps and get them up to the high 80's or even 90 and keep it there, this yeast can stall and take a long time to finish.
There are also several good recipes in the recipe database.http://www.homebrewtalk.com/f71/
Once the addiction really sets in it won't be long before you have brewed a lot of brews.
I just poured one of the Rye saisons a few minutes ago...mmmmmmmm
The "How Rye I Am" recipe in the database is also a definite winner. I'm getting ready to brew it again soon. Brewed it once pretty much as is with just a litte Saaz for finishing - yummy. I agree with beergolf, 3711 is definitely a beast!


text:
As 2014 comes to a close it is time to look back over the year and to highlight some of my favorite photography. In 2014 I traveled less far-afield than during previous years but simultaneously spent more time familiarizing myself with the intimacies and breadth of texture present within Denmark. The image above is of the the Sand Buried Lighthouse, Rubjerg Knude, in North Jutland, Denmark. I've started this post with it because it embodies the spirit of this post; the re-discovery and excavation of memorable photos that might otherwise get lost beneath the persistent march of the sands of time. With this post I'll be dusting away the sand and re-visiting highlights from a gorgeous year. I hope you enjoy the photos.…
Tags: Germany
Pure Beauty in Berlin – Weekly Travel Photo
One of my favorite things about Berlin is Museum Island. It embodies the type of cultural dedication to art and history that I wish all cities, cultures and nations shared and emulated. For those unfamiliar with it, it is essentially an island in the heart of Berlin which has a number of Berlin's finest museums situated on it. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage site. Each has its own architecture, collections and focus.
This photo comes from the Alte Nationalgalerie (Old National Gallery) and is of one of my favorite marble statues. Not just favorite from the collection, but favorite among all of the various marbles I've seen around the world. There's just a beauty and elegance to her that I find enchanting. The piece is titled the Seated Victoria, Throwing a Wreath and dates back to the early 1830s. The sculpture was carved by Christian Daniel Rauch.
If you make it to Berlin, definitely set aside a day or two to explore the island completely. There's a lot to see and it is well worth the time!
Would you like to see previous Friday Photos? View past travel pictures here. This photo was taken on a Canon T3i (600D) Camera using a Canon IS 55-250mm lens.
Berlin's Dramatic Contrast Explored Through Art
Berlin is famous for a plethora of reasons. Of those one of the most well known is its character. It is a wild city of contrasts both within the city limits and when explored alongside greater Germany as a whole. In August I had the chance to re-visit one of Europe's most famous cities. Instead of detailing the experience in words I've decided to mix it up a bit and to explore it through art and color. The photos in this post were taken at the various museums on Museum Island, at the Berlin Wall and Hackescher Markt Station.
These are only a limited slice of all Berlin has to offer. What are your own personal favorite parts of Berlin? Have anything I absolutely must visit next time I return to Berlin?
Why Denmark – Ask Alex – Travel Question Wednesdays
This post is part of the Ask Alex, Travel Question Wednesdays weekly series. To see previous questions click here. To submit your own; tweet it to @AlexBerger, ask it in a comment on this post or send it in by e-mail.
This week's travel question is from Lindsay who asks,
Q. "Alex, why visit Denmark over England, France, Germany? Make your case."
A. – That's a difficult one! Over the last 10 months I've fallen in love thoroughly with Copenhagen, and the parts of Denmark I've seen. However, it's a relatively small country and geographically fairly uniform. You won't find the awe inspiring fjords, clifftop castles, or the soaring spires of the alps. What you will find are beautiful cities awash in vibrant colors which are populated by wonderful, friendly, happy and sincere people. As most of my time spent here in Denmark has been in the late fall/winter I've stayed on the island of Zealand where the capital city, Copenhagen is located. It will not be until later this spring that I have the opportunity to head to the mainland (Jutland) and the country's many smaller islands to explore Denmark more completely.
The Danes have a rich history and heritage. Their flag is the oldest flag in the world. They were the launching point for the Viking explorers, raiders and conquerors that explored the globe and left a lasting mark everywhere they visited. More recently they have invested heavily in alternative technologies, education and culture. All of these elements come together to create a landscape that is distinctly Danish. Danish artists, architects, musicians, and intellectuals have been incredibly influential on the international stage for hundreds of years – an incredible accomplishment given Denmark's small population and challenging geography. Each of these factors shapes and crafts the Danish experience and what you will find when you visit the country.
That said, I would not necessarily call Denmark an exclusive destination country. It is possible to visit England, France or Germany as the sole destination for a 2+ week trip and leave feeling like you still missed a lot. With Denmark I think you would find it to be a wonderful, rich, experience but one which might lack the diversity and fast-paced stimulation that you typically want out of a 2-3 week trip. I believe a good illustration of why this is the case is Copenhagen. As I mentioned earlier, I've fallen in love with the city. It is beautiful, it is charming, it feels cozy, and it has a lot to offer. However, it's what I would call a 4 day or 8 week city. The primary tourist attractions in Copenhagen – Nyhavn, the Opera House, Tivoli, the Little Mermaid, Christiania, etc. – can be seen fairly easily over the course of 2-3 days. A week or a week and a half would be far too long for a casual visit. However, for those who have several weeks to spend and who want to immerse themselves in Copenhagen, the city has a lot to offer. Copenhagen has an amazing music scene, wonderful festivals, an incredible outdoor, park and BBQ lifestyle in the summer, charming coffee shops and a wealth of small stores and quirky side streets that draw you in and leave you hankering for more. In summer it is a wonderful cafe city with its ancient cobblestone streets, a young, gorgeous population, vibrantly painted multi-colored buildings, bikes everywhere, and a wealth of outdoor cafes. The city's numerous canals and lakes also give it an Amsterdam-like feel, but in a uniquely Danish fashion.
So, to answer your question – I would suggest Denmark, but I would suggest it as part of a larger visit. Round trip flights to Copenhagen from Berlin, Germany can often be found for less than $70 USD. Flights from England and France are often only slightly more expensive making it hard to justify not including Copenhagen in an itinerary.
Would you like me to elaborate on an aspect of this response? Let me know!
Have a question of your own? ASK IT! Want to see previous questions? click here.
Revisiting 17 of My Favorite Photos From My 2007 Europe Trip
September 11th 2007 I caught a plane to Europe with a one way ticket and and the butterflies of uncertainty fluttering away in my chest. What followed was a three month trip that started in Scotland and wound its way down through Europe to Crete before looping back up to fly home from Athens on December 12th of that year. At the time I shot on a Canon Powershot G6. I was recently looking back through some of my old photos and decided to touch up the color on a few of the shots and re-post them. Here are 17 that made the cut. Enjoy!
Number 1 – Glencoe Valley, Scotland
Number 2 – Eilean Donan Castle, Scotland
Number 3 – Unknown Scottish Waterfall, Scotland
Number 4 – Big Ben, London England
Number 5 – Neuschwanstein, Fussen Germany
Number 6 – Woods Near Neuschwanstein, Fussen Germany
Number 7 – Swan Lake near Neuschwanstein, Fussen Germany
Number 8 – Plitvice Lakes, Croatia
Number 9 – Plitvice Lakes, Croatia
Number 10 – Plitvice Lakes, Croatia
Number 11 – Plitvice Lakes, Croatia
Number 12 – Roman Cathedral, Rome Italy
Number 13 – San Marino Castle, San Marino
Number 14 – San Marino Castle, San Marino
Number 15 – Ponte Vecchio, Florence Italy
Number 16 – Cinque Terra, Vernazza Italy
Number 17 – Cinque Terra, Manarola Italy
Always fun going back through old photos and posts and remembering past adventures and magical places! I hope you enjoyed the shots!
It's Good to Have Friends
As you've probably noticed if you've been reading my Scandinavia trip posts, it was one heck of an adventure. One filled with great food, amazing natural scenery, beautiful cities, fantastic cultures, and wonderful people. I'd like to dedicate this post as a thank you and as a wonderful illustration of the value and power of social media as a way for coordinating meet-ups and maintaining international friendships.
While I met a lot of great people during my trip and will be keeping in touch with many of them, there are four in particular I owe a huge thank you to. They opened their homes, treated me to meals, introduced me to their culture, shared their friends and set aside large chunks of time to show me around their cities. The time spent with each was special and something I hope to reciprocate in the future.
Hildur and Sten – I've known Hildur for a number of years and met her initially while she was at Arizona State University getting her undergraduate degree. As school wrapped up and we graduated she headed back to Norway and settled in Oslo. Which worked out great, as Oslo was my gateway to Scandinavia and first real taste of Norwegian culture. Upon my arrival Hildur introduced me to her boyfriend Sten – an awesome guy who volunteered to give me the premier local's walking tour of Oslo. Make sure to check out my blog posts from Oslo for an idea of what we covered during my visit. From Viking museums to Palatial parks we hit them all.
The two really made my time in Oslo special. They introduced me to a number of amazing local foods, taught me several park games, introduced me to a bunch of great people, and really shared a much better understanding of the city with me. They also hosted me in their guest room for the duration of my stay. Thank you!
Kevan – I met Kevan just under a year ago during my Central America trip. At the time he and another friend where in Mexico to celebrate the New Years. I rolled in to the hostel fresh off the bus from Guatemala, grabbed a beer and got to know everyone as the New Years festivities wound up. When Kevan noticed I was heading to Denmark/Copenhagen on Facebook he volunteered to show me around and set aside a day and a couple of evenings to introduce me to the town via a great walking tour, his group of friends and a fantastic tour of Copenhagen's local watering holes.
A gracious and generous host, I really enjoyed the insights Kevan had to offer both into the history of the city, the local culture, and the general history of Denmark as a whole. It's an amazing place populated by an incredible people and somewhere I'm eager to re-visit and explore in great depth. Believe it or not, I even learned a bit more about English as a result of our conversations. Thank you!
Philipp – Another friend from my Central America trip, I originally met Philipp in Playa del Carmen. We met at the hostel during my first visit when four of us teamed up to rent a car and then set out to snorkel Dos Ojos, visit Tulum and look for turtles in Akumal. With just over a day to properly explore Hamburg, Philipp stepped up and took me on a fantastic tour of the city. The walk was a real kick – from underground tunnels to old Nazi fortresses and golden sand beaches we covered a ton of ground and history. I was also introduced to a regional Germany drink I'd never had before and had the opportunity to dive into local German fare.
A great guide, he really went out of his way to show me around the city and share some of the more obscure elements of the city's history with me. While I knew some of Hamburg's history, I had no idea just how interesting a city it was, or how major a commercial player on the national scene. The tour was great, the food good and the company exceptional. Thank you!
While still possible, most of these connections would have been nearly impossible to maintain without modern technology and infrastructure. Without tools like facebook, IM and e-mail I probably would have all lost touch shortly after meeting. Instead, we've been able to maintain our friendships and connect when opportunity permits. That's an incredible thing, and one I really value and relish.
Each of the four I mentioned in this post showed fantastic hospitality and kindness. They set a wonderful example and serve as a constant reminder for me, of how important it is to strive to pay-it-forward. To host, and help travelers and friends when the opportunity presents itself. It's a wonderful reminder that the little things are sometimes some of the most powerful.
So, on a closing note – thank you all once again! I can't wait to see when and where our paths cross next.
No Humbug in Hamburg – A Day Spent Exploring!
My hostel in Hamburg was a massive sprawling multi-story building that was clean and bustling with travelers. The rooms were a nice mixture of built in bunks and free standing beds. Unfortunately, the place was poorly equipped for the heat wave, which made sleep difficult and served as a solid motivator to get out and explore the city. Eager to explore, I set a time and place to connect with my friend Philipp whom I'd met during my previous trip in December of 2009. Philipp and I had gotten to know each other through the Hostel in Playa del Carmen, Mexico then struck out with two others in a rented car to explore Tulum, Dos Ojos and Akumal. As luck had it, he was an expert on Hamburg and volunteered to show me around. We met up in the hostel and I gave him a quick tour before we set out to see the city. Our first stop? The subway station! I always get a kick out of large subway stations. There's something fun about entire tiny cities located underground, complete with fruit vendors, magazine shops, and even clothing stores. The station in Hamburg didn't disappoint.
Our first stop dumped us out near the main river. After a quick 10 minute walk through a light rain we passed the old trading docks, the Landungsbrücken, complete with beautiful old carved buildings showcasing statuary highlighting various global destinations and their native cultures. As we wound around the buildings Philipp led me to an odd secondary building.
While old it looked fairly unremarkable. As we entered the oddly domed building, I paused to stare at the sign out front. As it turned out, the structure was actually a massive elevator building which dates back to 1911 and has 4 independently operated elevators. The Elb Tunnel is just under 100 years old and has allowed vehicular and pedestrian transit underneath the Elbe River far longer than I would have imagined. Each of the elevators is large enough for one small-medium sized car, which would drive in, and then be lowered hundreds of feet into the bottom of the chamber. Once there, the wooden doors open allowing the car access to one of two one-directional tunnels, just wide enough for a car's wheels. Astonishingly the tunnel is still in active use. The nearly 1,400 foot long tunnel stretches underneath the river at a depth of around 80 feet.
As pedestrians we made our way down a long series of wrought iron stairs which wrapped around the inside edge of the circular building. In many ways it felt as though we were descending into a well. Especially given the river's close proximity, just a few hundred feet away. As we wound down the stairs, the temperature dropped away. Where it had been fairly warm at the top, I was easily able to see my breath by the time we reached the bottom.
Once at the bottom I paused, still amazed by the narrow car elevators, the age of the entire undertaking, and the complexity of the process. From there Philipp and I made our way across through one of the tunnels, before catching the elevator back up to the surface on the south side of the Elb. Despite a light rain, we popped out, made our way to the river bank and took in an excellent view of Hamburg's old city before making our way back to the north bank.
As we wound inland towards the city's old town, the light misting quickly turned into a heavy rain. Luckily, we were both starving and dove into a small kebab shop right as the rain hit. Munching away contentedly on our chicken kebabs with ice cold cokes in our hands we relaxed and waited out the 15 minute rainstorm. From there, it was onward once again. This time back down along the river toward an area that had recently been re-claimed and re-developed. The architecture in the re-purposed wharf area was chic. Very modern buildings, many of which were obviously profoundly expensive and boasted what I can only assume to be the architectural designs of famous architects lined the path. As we walked Philipp explained the area's recent real estate woes as well as the general development plan for the district. This included insights into their plan to build a brand new theater/opera house which had been fairly controversial. As he finished his explanation, we came upon a small building which had been designed to give people an idea of what was being built, including a miniature version of the opera house which you could stick your head up/into.
From there it was back towards the heart of the city, which took us along the remaining portions of the old warehouse district, the Speicherstadt. A fascinating area, it embodied the industrial revolution and looked like it was straight out of the 1800s with large brick warehouse buildings lining the canals and sporting a variety of windows and dock entrances. The whole area seemed movie-like, both in its uniform feel and interesting character.
As we wound along the canal we eventually cut in towards one of the major cathedrals. As it turned out the largest Cathedral nearby was St. Peter's Cathedral. As we explored the inside, we noted signs mentioning that the spire was available for a visit. Eager for a commanding view of Hamburg's old city we opted to pay the 1 Euro fee. Where we expected a fairly limited ascent through a winding stone stairway to the building's roof, we were pleasantly surprised to find a brief landing which dumped us at the foot of a massive set of MC Escher-esque stairs. Excited to attain our view and reach the top we set upon the stairs, legs pumping furiously.
Only, to our surprise, every time we thought we were close to the top, the winding stairway ended and a new set began. This continued through several sets as the tower walls narrowed around us. The heat also started to increase noticeably. Apparently, a large, hollow copper structure without ventilation accrues significant heat, even when it's fairly cool outside.
As we reached the last set of stairs they changed from traditional zig-zagging stairways to a large circular staircase that gradually narrowed as it climbed dizzily towards the top. Eventually, we reached the top of the stairs which dead-ended in a tiny trap door and small room which was barely large enough for the two of us. The tiny room put us somewhere near the very top of the spire, which I believe is around 430 feet tall.
The room had a series of small porthole windows, which offered a spectacular view of the city. As we looked out back towards the river we could see the Warehouse and Wharf district and the old harbor. From the other side we could see the city's gorgeous, palatial looking City Hall. The view from one of the other portals offered a wonderful view of a large lake which sits immediately next to the old city and is connected by a large canal. Sweating, and nearly ready to faint from the heat, we rested briefly before balancing unsteadily on mushy legs and winding back down towards the base. The view and ascent had been a fun little adventure and was well worth our entrance price.
The town hall, or Hamburg Rathaus is a beautiful building which is both massive in size, noteworthy for the attention to detail, and excellent in its symmetry. It opens up on a large plaza, which is bordered on one side by a picturesque canal that connects to the Binnenalster or inner city Alster lake.
As we paused in the city square for pictures, I quickly noticed an amazing number of swans in the distance. Curious we made our way over to the canal, where I was shocked to see young children sitting (and feeding) a group of swans.
I must confess I maintain a rather low opinion of swans. In truth, while I find them beautiful, I also view them as unfriendly, mean-spirited, large, dangerous and in all likelihood, far better eating than company. Some of you may recall, that I'd already been chased off once while in Norway by three rather unfriendly swans. The swan I had encountered in Copenhagen had glared a bit, but largely ignored me, and so it was with some surprise that I greeted the tame friendliness of Hamburg's swan army.
Veritable pets, the gaggle of …..does swans work in this case…were a pleasure to watch as they struggled for food, interacted with locals, and generally made a show of things. Before long, feet rested, Philipp opted to continue our exploration with a loop around Binnenalster before heading back to the harbor where he suggested we head to the beach. That's right! I said beach. More than a bit intrigued we caught a ferry up the river, which wound along with the city on one side, and the region's world class/massive dock-works along the other. The rocks were an incredible mass of cranes, vast cargo ships, dry docks and stacked containers.
The ferry deposited us at a small dock next to a small ship museum which had a variety of traditional sailing ships docked. We paused for a few quick photos before winding down and making our way around a corner, where sure enough, there was a long sand beach with a goodly number of people relaxing along it. Several swimming. As we settled in, I tossed my shirt aside and enjoyed the beautiful weather. Beautiful German women lounged on blankets all around us, as we begrudgingly watched an extremely drunk guy make an absolute wank of himself. Drunk beyond reason and only passingly being watched by his friends, he spent his time throwing sands at his friends, tackling them in the water, or lounging spread-eagle in a pair of wet boxers which did little to cover his manhood.
Eventually with the heat getting to us, we decided it was time to track down a quick beer, which we quickly located back at the original dock. Philipp suggested we grab a traditional snack – a slice of pickled herringtopped with a large pickle on a slice of bread – which was absolutely delicious. It was at this point that I was also introduced to Alsterwasser or lemonade beer. It was delicious and perfect for a hot summer day. Exhausted, we decided to call it a day and head back to the hostel where I'd take a long sweaty nap, before waking up and meeting a group of Russian girls. Before long we were sharing drinks, and decided to set out to catch the last game of the World Cup/explore the city. They made great company and we had a blast wandering the streets and enjoying the celebrations and festivities. I owe a huge debt of gratitude to Philipp for serving as a fantastic tour guide and sharing his city with me. I absolutely loved it and learned a ton about the city, while catching a number of things I'd have otherwise missed.
This concludes my narrative posts about my Scandinavia/Germany/Ireland trip. After a delightful night out on the town, I wound down my trip with a rail ride to Nuremberg where I arrived late and caught a plane back to the US. My time in Hamburg was the perfect grand finale for what had been a positively amazing trip. Thank you to everyone who entertained me along the way, and thank you for letting me share it with you. Stay tuned! Argentina is next!
Goodbye Denmark, Hello Germany
My final day in Copenhagen was a brief one. After a fantastic night spent exploring the city's nightlife with Kevan and a few girls from the hostel I downed a hearty breakfast, showered, read for a while and then struck out for the train station. From there it was onto a fast train bound for Hamburg, Germany. As I boarded my train I couldn't help but let out a slight sigh. My stay in Copenhagen and Denmark as a whole had been far too brief. With a grin, I mumbled under my breath "I'll see you soon" before boarding.
Every trip has it's own mini disasters. In truth, that's part of the joy of travel. As it turned out the Denmark -> Germany leg of my trip would end up being my Scandinavia trip's mini-nightmare. Unfortunately, there was a massive heatwave hitting the region. Not the "oh boy it's hot" type, but rather a heat wave significant enough that the national media was covering it. Which wouldn't have been a problem, except for the small fact that the air conditioning on the fast train I was on was out. That posed a major problem since bullet trains are largely sealed and don't have windows that open or secondary ventilation. The solution? Transfer us to an older train about halfway through which had an odd mixture of windows (lifesavers), strange compartments, a tacky lime green paint job, and rattled along at a grandfatherly pace. Sadly the train also seemed to pre-date air-conditioning.
The ride itself was brutal. Between the delays and slower pace of the older cars the 4 hour trip quickly turned into a 6.5 hour trip. On the positive side of things, we still got through. As it turned out the authorities were forced to cancel a large number of trains due to heat stroke concerns. I'd later learn that some 30+ people feinted from the heat. For my part, I sat as close to a window as I could manage, tried to read and baked slowly. I'd guess that the temperature in the cabin was in the neighborhood of 120+ degrees Fahrenheit with a high humidity rate. Even as an Arizonan/Phoenician it was almost too much for me to bear.
After an hour or two on the rails we pulled in to the harbor. There the train was carefully loaded onto a ferry and secured for the 45 minute trip across the bay to Germany. The ferry was massive (it swallowed a train whole after all) and afforded us all an opportunity to stock up on water, grab some food, dry off, and desperately try and lower our body temperatures. I grabbed two hot dogs, a coke, and a liter and a half of water before heading up to the sun deck. There I was greeted by the smell of fresh sea air, and a view of a haze filled bay, periodically decorated by the hulking forms of large ferries, tankers and transports. With book in hand I settled in and rested for the duration of the maritime segment of the trip. Then it was back into the train cars.
The rest of the trip was rugged. I befriended the German woman traveling with her two kids who had the seats across from me. Before long I an idea struck: to improve ventilation we could tie the doors open, which we did using her son's shoe laces. It helped a bit, and made life bearable. From there we chatted a bit. She would periodically pause, listen to the announcements, and then translate them from German into English for me. Meanwhile apologetic and somewhat concerned crew members would make their way through the car, checking to make sure everyone was ok, responding to questions and suggesting anyone feeling light headed head to the dining car for water. In typical form the Germans all took it stoically.
By the time I decided to seek out something cold I'd already burned through and sweated out most of my liter and a half of water. The salty hotdogs definitely hadn't helped. As you might imagine, the dining car was already sold out of water and most of their sodas. The only thing they had left? Juice…but it was luke warm which was good enough for me.
The rest of the trip was dreadfully hot, soaking wet and uneventful. The good news is, I was definitely grateful when I eventually arrived in Hamburg. In the grand scheme of things, it was also probably fairly healthy. After all, don't people pay good money for extended trips to ritzy saunas? Mine came with one hell of a view of the German countryside!


text:
Loading stream...
Now Playing
Connect with Us
Podcasts & RSS Feeds
|All Content
|View all podcasts & RSS feeds
Meet Our Hosts
Music Director, Host
Senior Producer/News and Public Service
Music Host
7:26 am
Thu June 28, 2012
Smell Leads Police To 9.5 Tons Of Stolen Garlic
By editor
Originally published on Thu June 28, 2012 12:34 pm
Good morning. I'm Linda Wertheimer with a culinary misadventure. Even before Austrian police pulled over three trucks near the Hungarian border yesterday, they could sense something kinky - make that stinky. The trucks had foreign license plates, were way overloaded and police did not need sniffer dogs to know what kind of contraband they'd captured. More than nine tons of stolen Spanish garlic, presumably bound for goulash. It's MORNING EDITION. Transcript provided by NPR, Copyright National Public Radio.


text:
Subscribe today for weekly travel inspiration, tips, and special offers.
Passport: Your weekly travel wrap-up
Today's Departure: Your daily dose of travel inspiration
Here's your guide to the best places for in Jamaica.
Eager to explore the U.S.? Our trip finder will help you find the perfect destination.
Fodor's Caribbean 2015
View deals in Jamaica for vacation packages, hotels, airfare, and more from our partners!


text:
Book your room at Club Belambra Les Jasmins
Please enter your travel dates.
Family-friendly Grasse aparthotel with 3 outdoor swimming pools
This family-friendly aparthotel is located in Grasse, close to Saint Donat Golf Club, International Perfume Museum, and Royal Mougins Golf Club. Local attractions also include Musee d'Art et d'Histoire de Provence and Grasse Cathedral.
Property Features
In addition to 3 outdoor swimming pools, Club Belambra Les Jasmins features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a children's club.
Room Amenities
Guestrooms have kitchenettes, complimentary wireless Internet access, and refrigerators; rooms also include safes and coffee/tea makers.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!
Hotel Amenities
Hotel Amenities
Club Belambra Les Jasmins features 3 outdoor swimming pools, outdoor tennis courts, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. The aparthotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access.
This family-friendly aparthotel also offers a library, a children's club, and multilingual staff. Complimentary self parking is available on site.
Club Belambra Les Jasmins is a smoke-free property.
- Children's pool
- Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Total number of rooms - 99
- Children's club
- Laundry facilities
- Library
- Picnic area
- Billiards or pool table
- Tennis on site
- Outdoor tennis courts 2
- Free self parking
- Bar/lounge
- Number of outdoor pools - 3
- Free WiFi
- Multilingual staff
- Porter/bellhop
- Restaurant
- Smoke-free property
- Outdoor pool
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Free self parking
Room Amenities
- Phone
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Coffee/tea maker
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Shower only
- In-room safe
- Cribs/infant beds available
- Stovetop
- Free WiFi
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Where to Eat
Le Clavary - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Nearby Things to Do
3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with an outdoor pool. In addition to a children's pool, other recreational amenities include outdoor tennis courts.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Playground on site
- Volleyball on site
Hotel Policies
Check-in time ends at 8 PM
Check-in time starts at 5 PM
Special check-in instructions:
Check-out time is 10 AM
Payment types
Pets allowed, Maximum number of pets per room 1
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 0.30 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age.
- Towels/sheets: EUR 7.5 per person, per day
- Deposit: EUR 250 per stay
We should mention
Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.


text:
Description: Designed for Michael Miller Fabrics, these large polka dots measure approximately 2.00''. The color palette includes shades of pink and grey on a white background. Use for quilting and craft projects.
go to product
Description: From Michael Miller, this cotton print is perfect for quilting, apparel and home decor accents. Colors include black, white, pink, coral, red, aqua, green and blue.
Explore Fabric.com
We're here to help
Discover Fabric.com
Sewing Center
Give the gift of creativity.
A Fabric.com gift certificate is the perfect gift! Gifts from $10 and up.
#MadeWithFabric #SewInLove


text:
Jeopardy! Host Alex Trebek Is Now a Guinness World Record Holder
For "most game show episodes hosted by the same presenter."READ MORE »
For "most game show episodes hosted by the same presenter."READ MORE »
It was an entire category on Jeopardy! last night.READ MORE »
What is the best category ever, Alex?READ MORE »
Make it a true daily double.READ MORE »
C'mon, dude. It's her goat. C'mon.READ MORE »
The 71-year-old host is expected back at Jeopardy! in July.READ MORE »
"They would clean my clock."READ MORE »
He probably doesn't own a television.READ MORE »
In Trebek's defense, it was a pretty simple question.READ MORE »
But that doesn't mean he'll kill Don, he says.READ MORE »
Alex Trebek went nuts backstage at the opera.READ MORE »
In the "could God create a rock so heavy even he couldn't lift" category ...READ MORE »
So far.READ MORE »
"Ha-ha-ha — no."READ MORE »
Trebek got Auto-Tuned!READ MORE »
Basketball legend answers basketball question with his own name.READ MORE »
Plus: Eddie Van Halen has a lot of landscaping to do!READ MORE »
Buildings Collapse in Flames After Blast Rocks East Village
Every Will Ferrell Movie, Ranked From Worst to Best
Restaurant Calls Out Lying Yelper by Posting Surveillance Footage
Not a Very P.C. Thing to Say
McDonald's Spent $40 Million Yesterday on a Worldwide Promotion, and Hardly Anyone Noticed
The 13 Most Ignorant Quotes From That Awful Deadline Article
Chelsea Handler Claims Cosby Tried to 'Cosby' Her
18 Women on What Contractions Really Feel Like
Rihanna's New Song Is Ratchet Heaven
Germanwings Co-Pilot May Have Intentionally Crashed the Plane [Updated]


text:
WCW/NWO Revenge
The cruiserweight division is so badass in this game.
The atmosphere of this game really made it feel like you were playing an episode of Nitro. Most fun playing a wrestling game ever. No Mercy included.
PSN: Handsomistic1
What gameshark codes you like using for this game?
There is one that allows you to unlock wrath. I bought the gameshark that is like a cartridge that you put into the console, then put the game on top of it. That is one thing I am glad is somewhat gone in games; cheat peripherals. Although I guess people just hack the games now. Also, the atmosphere is great. I love the Halloween Havoc arena. If only there was backstage brawl areas, and breakable tables.
When your reputation is ruined you can live quite freely.
Low Price Revolution
There were breakable tables with gameshark.
I should not have sold my gameshark now. I honestly like this roster more than WWF No Mercy's. The characters I like the most in that game are mostly made up of the cruiserweight division. Other than Kurt Angle, Tazz, the Hardys, and created characters I can't see whole else in the old THQ N64 wrestling games you would need. Man it would have been awesome if they would have made an ECW game though. RVD, Sabu, Taz, Shane Douglas, 2 Cold Scorpio, The Impact Players, Tommy Dreamer, Mike Awesome, Masato Tanaka. Super Crazy, Tajiri, etc. Yeah a lot of those guys made it into later Smackdown games, but those aren't as good.
When your reputation is ruined you can live quite freely.
Low Price Revolution
I know in past cm if you heard of him made ecw moves for each wrestler there was. But as far as creating the wrestler you would have to do that on your own. In i do wish they would have made a game. Because he also made more hacks for ecw like the ropes would be barbwire and you would stick to them few secs. But those codes i do not have and as far as getting in touch with cm. Good luck because he uses different names.
The actual ECW game that did come out was almost complete garbage. The barbwire mode was so slow it was almost unplayable. The old WWF War Zone engine showed it's age so quickly. Not as bad as WCW Nitro though, but still awful.
When your reputation is ruined you can live quite freely.
Low Price Revolution
I was a big fan of WWF Attitude when it came out, and was excited that Acclaim was going to handle ECW. But even I was disappointed to find out the game was almost literally a reskin of Attitude, and was even worse in some ways. The AKI games all did some engine tweaking and did a great job of making each game bigger than the previous one. Well, aside from Revenge -> WrestleMania 2000, but its excusable since they were working on a completely different license and ended up with much of the undercard being underwhelming compared to Revenge's. The CAW mode made up for it, shame I couldn't edit the main roster's moves though,
"Oh I can handle any load that comes my way....." - Savott
Sounds interesting.
Yeah WCW had a great cruiserweight division in the mid to late 90's I just never understood how they classied people like Jericho, Benoit, and La Parka as cruiserweights I mean those guys were all over 220 lbs.
Gruff Goat, a very Gruff kind of Goat
3DS Friend code: 3437-3496-7531


text:
Discussion in 'Disney Discount Codes and Rates' started by LAS321, Feb 18, 2013.
Will do thanks!
Log in or Sign up to hide this advert.
It can be applied. Just call them let them know you have been approved but still waiting on your card. They should be able to apply it then no issues.
Just did it myself on Thursday to save 30% on Boardwalk CL
They applied your discount even without the credit card number? I was approved yesterday and called the company and they said I had to wait to get the card in the mail that I couldn't get my cc number over the phone! I hope by the time I get my card or the go sale opens I can get a god discount!!!
If I remember correctly we were told to set up you online account and you free to book with the offers. Applied to the card without the card. That was about a yet ago.
How did you put down the required $200 payment with the Disney Visa if you didn't have the card number?
FYI- I booked using my regular visa. When my disney visa came in, I was able to switch cards. They refunded my original card and charged my disney one.
Can someone explain the "Disney Debit" card? All I see are the "Premier" and "Rewards" . Is the debit card different?
We opened a Disney Visa card a few months ago. I wanted to book my trip on the card but didn't have the card after a few days of getting approved online. Spoke with somebody from Chase who said that, while they could not give any numbers/credit card information over the phone, they would overnight our cards to us. We had them the next day and booked!! (We did get the "original" cards a few days later).
The debit card does not earn Disney Rewards dollars. It does get you some of the other perks, though. You can find info here...
Ok. Cool! Thanks
Had already put 200 down with disney gift cards from target so didnt need to do a deposite.
Same thing with us! Our vacation balance was due and we had applied and been approved for the card. Gave them a call and they overnighted the card! Credit card companies don't mind sending out cards asap, faster for holders to start accruing balances!
You must have gotten a CM that didnt know what they were supposed to do then. You are supposed to put $200 on the Disney Visa in order to be eligible for the discount. It can either be the deposit, or if your trip was already booked using a different form of payment, you need to make a $200 payment on your balance with the DV.
Yup. It happens lol
If I want to get the in park merchandise and meal discounts with the Visa, do I need to use the card itself, or can I simply associate it with my room charges and use it that way?
You do have to use the card itself.
I didnt realize you could get discount on food with your Disney Visa...how does that work?
10% off select dining locations at WDW Resort and DL Resort.
Here is a list of the WDW locations from the Disney visa website:
10% off select dining locations at Walt Disney World® Resort (meal period restrictions may apply).
Walt Disney World® Resort
Disneys Animal Kingdom Lodge:
Sanaa (Lunch)
Disneys Contemporary Resort:
The Wave (Breakfast and Lunch)
Disneys Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground:
Trails End Restaurant (Breakfast and Lunch)
Disneys Old Key West Resort:
Olivias Café (Breakfast and Lunch)
Disneys Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa:
Turf Club (Lunch)
Disneys Wilderness Lodge:
Whispering Canyon Café (Lunch)
Disneys Yacht Club Resort:
Captains Grill (Breakfast and Lunch)
Downtown Disney® Area
Capn Jacks (Lunch)
Hmmm.... Not much to choose from here. Forget I asked!
Separate names with a comma.


text:
Life Enrichment Blogs:
Schedule of Classes
To Register Call 443.840.4700
Register Now! FlexReg
How to Register (other than online)
Course Syllabus
Registration Form
Registration Information
College Policies
U.S. Dept of Labor, Labor Statistics for Maryland
Baby Boomer Retirement Planning
Basics of Savings and Investment
Fundamentals of Personal Finance Part I
Fundamentals of Personal Finance, Part II
Imagine: Your Life Without Limits in Retirement
Introduction to Stock Options
IRA 401K Distribution Options
Wills, Estates, and Trusts
Women and Money: Taking Charge of Your Financial Future
Discover how more women than ever are now responsible for their financial well-being, and the financial well-being of their families. It's critical that women know how to save, invest, and plan for their future. Learn the six steps that will help you have a more secure financial future.
Total Cost: $79 (Tuition: $30 Fees: $49)


text:
Even Mild TBI Can Cause Lasting Damage
Tampa, FL (Law Firm Newswire) July 28, 2014 - A new study indicates that even mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) may result in cognitive problems and lasting brain damage.
While severe TBI has been studied extensively, the newest study, published in the journal Neurology,focused on the mild to moderate cases that represent 90 per
cent of brain injuries. Researchers found that patients with mild and moderate brain injuries showed damage to the brain's white matter, which connects different areas of the brain and can affect a wide range of functions.
"This research is an indication that what we think of as mild brain injuries can actually be far more serious," said Robert Joyce, a Tampa attorney who represents brain injury victims. "The brain is a very complex organ, and the extent of injuries is not always immediately obvious."
The Newcastle University researchers used a method of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) known as diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) to identify patients wit
h brain damage after an injury. The technique is used on a routine basis in cases of severe trauma or stroke. DTI images show the health of brain tissue
through variations in brightness and contrast. Damage to the normally orderly structure of the brain's white matter was shown in the brain injury patients.
The patients with mild to moderate brain injuries also scored an average of 25 percent lower than a control group on the Glasgow Coma Scale (GSC) test. The GSC test measures the responsiveness of patients in the areas of general movement, eye movement and verbal activity. Researchers said that patients with mild brain injuries may be suffering from cognitive difficulties of which they are not even aware.
Joyce and Reyes Law Firm, P.A.
307 S Hyde Park Ave
Tampa, FL 33606
Call: 813.251.2007
View Larger Map
- Family files wrongful death lawsuit over Tampa Bay motorcyclist's death
The family of Keith Williamson, a motorcyclist who was killed in a crash, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) and the Clearwater Police Department. The crash involved a high-speed chase on the Courtney Campbell Causeway Bridge in the Tampa Bay area. Williamson was riding at the front of a […]
- Settlement reached in Florida brain injury case
All parties have reached a settlement in a lawsuit filed by the families of two teenage girls who suffered brain injuries after a parasailing accident at a Florida beach resort. Alexis Fairchild and Sidney Good were both 17 and vacationing in Florida in 2013 when their parasail broke loose from a motorboat, causing them to […]
- Florida distracted driving law may be strengthened
If a series of bills passes in Florida state legislature, the state's texting while driving laws may be strengthened. A state senator and two state representatives have filed bills that would make texting while driving a primary offense, add penalties when a fatal crash occurs because of a driver using a cell phone, and ban […]
- Florida woman files brain injury lawsuit after fall from theme park ride
According to a brain injury lawsuit filed by a Florida woman, inadequate safety measures caused her headfirst fall from a ride at Dollywood. Tedi Brown, a resident of Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, suffered severe injuries and a permanent disability after she fell from the Waltzing Swinger ride at the theme park in December 2013, according […]
- Florida pill mill conspirator sentenced
A man who pleaded guilty to oxycodone-related crimes was sentenced in federal court to a prison sentence of eight years and six months. At the December 2014 sentencing, Krystopher Adrian Legg apologized for his actions. In 2012, he pleaded guilty to aiding and abetting the distribution of oxycodone and offered testimony in related trials. As […]
See other news sources publishing this article. BETA | Tags: brain injury, DTI, FL, GSC, tbi, test