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Francis is the leader of this group. The 55-year-old is a native of Kailahun town. He is married to a housewife and the couple has six children. Francis has requested this loan in order to buy house-building materials like cement and iron corrugated zincs in order to augment his current house-building project.
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Salone Microfinance Trust (SMT) is Kiva's oldest field partner in Sierra Leone. SMT began operations in 2002 as a microcredit program of the NGO Child Fund Sierra Leone under a USAID program to assist the reintegration of ex combatants back into their communities. Today, SMT offers group, agricultural, individual and salary loans to micro-entrepreneurs through six branches and one sub-branch in rural, urban, and peri-urban areas. By providing small loans and other financial services, SMT empowers poor clients to generate more income to help their families, improve their wellbeing, and create a more vibrant private small-business sector in Sierra Leone.This is a Group Loan
In a group loan, each member of the group receives an individual loan but is part of a larger group of individuals. The group is there to provide support to the members and to provide a system of peer pressure, but groups may or may not be formally bound by a group guarantee. In cases where there is a group guarantee, members of the group are responsible for paying back the loans of their fellow group members in the case of delinquency or default.
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In addition, President Obama's initiative to curb costs by computerizing records will further increase the demand for those who can apply business management and technical knowledge to a healthcare setting. New jobs will be opening in hospitals, physicians' offices, clinics, insurance companies and nursing homes. Opportunities will be best for those with a working knowledge of medical codes and terminology as well business software programs and procedures.
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Careers in healthcare management/administration exist in hospitals, physician offices, clinics, outpatient care centers, insurance carriers, home healthcare organizations, and assisted long-term care facilities. While professionals in this career work primarily in an office setting, executive-level administrators may travel on occasion to oversee satellite offices. The typical work week for Healthcare Management careers extends beyond 40 hours, however professionals in the field are often rewarded with an excellent benefits and compensation package.
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Herzing University offers three educational levels of healthcare programs. Graduates of a Herzing diploma or certificate program can seamlessly transfer their coursework and skills into an associate and/or bachelor's degree program in healthcare management.
Programs | Credits | Months* |
Associate and Associate of Applied Science in Healthcare Management | 60 | 16 |
Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management | 121 | 36 |
Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management - Dental Hygiene Emphasis | 126 | 12 |
Those who have completed a diploma or certificate program in a specific healthcare discipline can use this transfer program to become a well-rounded graduate by adding the general education courses required for an associate degree. Download Program Course Sheet
This program gives graduates the business and management skills that are required for a leadership position in the healthcare field. Many students enter into this bachelor's degree program after completing a certificate, diploma, or associate program in a healthcare discipline. Those who have not may take individual healthcare courses drawn from Herzing University's healthcare programs to meet the program requirements. Download Program Course Sheet
This program is structured as a "three-plus-one" degree. Students who have already completed an associate degree in dental hygiene (in the range of 90 semester credit hours) can top off that degree with an advanced management curriculum. Graduates will be prepared for entry-level management position within the dental hygiene profession. Download Program Course Sheet
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Dental Assisting | 47 | 16 |
Emergency Medical Technician - Advanced | 10 | 4 |
Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic | 58 | 16 |
Insurance Billing and Coding Specialist | 44 | 20 |
Medical Assisting Services | 43 | 12 |
Medical Office Administration | 31 | 8-12 |
Practical Nursing (credits/months depend on state and program) | 37-55 | 12-16 |
Associate Programs* | Credits | Months* |
Dental Assisting | 69 | 20 |
Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic | 83 | 24 |
Insurance Billing and Coding Specialist | 61 | 20 |
Medical Assisting Services | 60 | 16 |
Medical Office Administration | 60 | 16 |
Associate of Science in Nursing (Madison Campus) | 74 |
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For what i see in your page michael you can put 8.35 drivers working in F7, am i right?
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Add bold beauty to your look with this peacock-inspired bracelet! An ornate combination of polished palladium and 18K gold embraced sterling silver, it creates the illusion of two peacock feathers adorned with two pear faceted cut 12 x 8mm London blue topaz, six round faceted cut 2-3mm chrome diopside and eight round faceted cut 1.75-2.00mm sapphires.
About Topaz The name Topaz is from the ancient Sanskrit word meaning "fire". It is a gemstone that traces its history back to the days of the Egyptian, Greek, and Roman empires. While topaz is found showing natural colors, the vast majority of it is found totally colorless. Colorless topaz is treated to produce a host of great colors. These colors vary from the darker London Blue to the more vivid Swiss Blue. Recent advances in treatment technology can now produce topaz in every imaginable hue, including the color-flash variety known as "Mystic". Virtually all colorless topaz mining occurs in Brazil, though these specimens are found in a host of other countries. The greatest aspect of colorless topaz is that it naturally forms in very large, clean crystals. This makes for a big, affordable gem that can now be purchased in a wide variety of new, exciting colors. Unlike man-made gems, treated colorless topaz looks "real" because it is a natural gem that has just undergone a coloring process. Topaz has a Mohs rating of 8, so it is one of the hardest gemstones around. It is the November birthstone and the 4th anniversary gem.
About Palladium This item is made of sterling palladium alloy. Palladium is a member of the platinum group of precious metals. By replacing a portion of the copper content used in standard sterling silver with palladium, our proprietary formula renders a precious metal with superior performance attributes. Sterling palladium is five times more tarnish resistant than standard sterling silver and has strength similar to that of 14K gold.
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Lobster Claw Clasp: As a traditional clasp style found in bracelets and necklaces, the lobster claw is generally reserved for heavier styles that may need added strength. The closure's shape is more oblong, similar to a teardrop shape, and is controlled by a tip that opens and closes the spring in the clasp. This type is also considered a more expensive finding that can add to the overall value of the jewelry piece.
Magnetic Clasp: The popularity of the magnetic clasp has greatly increased in recent years. It is a quick and easy way to secure jewelry while not having to fuss with a tiny clasp, which can be difficult if you have long fingernails, arthritic hands or other mobility challenges. A magnetic clasp relies on a strong internal magnet that works to pull both ends of the clasp together. In most cases, a magnetic clasp is used for light to medium weight jewelry pieces that do not put excessive stress on the magnet.
Slide Insert Clasp: This type of clasp is exactly as it sounds. With a box-like shape that is hollow on the inside, the wearer will slide the nearly-flat tab into the box until it clicks, indicating a secure closure. On some jewelry, a slide insert clasp will be accompanied by a side safety catch, which adds strength and security to the clasp. Although this type of clasp is found on both bracelets and necklaces, it is particularly popular on bracelet styles. These types of clasps are often reserved for more expensive jewelry.
Spring Ring Clasp: One of the most common closure types, the spring ring clasp is typically used for light to medium weight bracelets or necklaces. It is round in its design and features a small tip which controls the opening and closing of the spring. The circle then closes around another smaller loop or link at the other end of the strand.
Toggle Clasp: A toggle clasp is a narrow piece of metal, usually designed in the shape of a bar, which is then pushed through a circular ring to act as a fastener. Unlike the lobster claw or spring ring clasps, a toggle clasp is not controlled by a spring. The pretty design is less secure than other closure types, but is usually meant to be a big part of the design and is meant to "show". The clasp is an attractive way to secure a chunkier link bracelet or necklace.
Vermeil Plating: Pronounced "vermay," vermeil is an electroplating process in which 14K gold or higher is coated over sterling silver. Officially designated by the jewelry industry, items may only be sold as vermeil if they have a minimum thickness of 100 millionths of an inch (2.5 microns) of gold over the silver. Regular gold plating is less than 2.5 microns.
The "vermeil" technique of plating sterling silver with gold originated in France in the 1750s. It differs from "gold filled" or "gold plated" in terms of the thickness or thinness of the microns over sterling silver. "Gold filled" pieces have a much thicker layer, between 15 and 45 microns, which is mechanically bonded to the base metal with heat and pressure. Vermeil is a more expensive version of "gold plated". It does not wear off as quickly as gold plating does. However, over time, vermeil wears off and therefore will require re-plating.
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A symbol of strength and intelligence, topaz derives its name from Topazios, an island in the Red Sea that is known today as Zabargad. The Greek word "topazios" means "to seek," since the island was covered with a thick fog and difficult to find. Gemstones found on the island were called topaz, although the stones were eventually found to actually be peridot. The real gem of topaz is found throughout the world, with different occurrences producing specific colors.
Brown, yellow, orange and red topaz are found in Brazil, Sri Lanka and Siberia. Most brownish topaz is heated to produce a permanent and glamorous pink color. Following the discovery of pink topaz in Russia during the 19th century, Imperial topaz was found. Featuring a sherry red, deep pink or reddish-orange color, the gem was so coveted that its ownership was restricted to the Czar, his family and those who received it as a royal gift. Today, Imperial shades are the most rare and, therefore, the most valuable.
Blue topaz is rarely found in nature and is most often created through a combination of heat treatment and irradiation. It is found in Brazil, Sri Lanka, Nigeria and China. Topaz is often colorless, too, and can be found in the United States, Mexico, Russia and Pakistan. In 1998, a new type of enhanced topaz made its appearance with a greenish-blue or emerald green color. All colors of topaz rank an 8.0 on the Mohs Scale of hardness.
Yellow topaz is November's birthstone and blue topaz is December's birthstone. Blue topaz is also the traditional gift for 4th and 19th wedding anniversaries, while Imperial topaz is celebrated as a 23rd anniversary gift. Perhaps the most famous topaz is a large, colorless stone known as the Braganza. It was discovered in Brazil in 1740 and was originally thought to be a priceless diamond. Today, the giant 1,680.00ct stone is set in the Portuguese Crown.
The mystery and allure of topaz goes back thousands of years. To the ancients, it was a symbol of love and affection and was thought to ward off sudden death. The Romans associated topaz with Jupiter, the god of the sun. The Greeks called it the Stone of Strength, believing it had the power to increase strength and make its wearer invisible in times of emergency. The Egyptians said the gem was colored with the golden glow of the sun god, Ra, making topaz a powerful amulet that protected its wearer against harm.
Topaz's mystical curative powers were believed to wax and wane with the phases of the moon. The gem was said to change color in the presence of poisoned food or drink and falcons were carved on the stones to help earn the goodwill of kings and magnates. During the spread of the Bubonic plague in 1347-1400, the clergy touched topaz to people's sores. Also in medieval times, the gem was thought to prevent death and heal physical and mental disorders. The stones were ground into powder and added to wine to prevent asthma and insomnia.
Today, topaz is said to be the gem that has the widest range of curative powers. It is believed to dispel enchantment, improve eyesight and protect against negative emotions such as depression, anger, fear, greed and envy. Its properties are supposedly enhanced when the gem is mounted in gold. Because of this association with gold, topaz is used to bring or enhance the wearer's money-gathering abilities and has long been used in money and wealth rituals.
Wearing topaz is said to improve and deepen relationships, promote patience, ensure fidelity and enhance the ability to love. The gem is also believed to bring friendship, intelligence, long life, beauty and a pleasant disposition.
Palladium: A selection of our jewelry is made of sterling palladium alloy. Palladium is a member of the platinum group of precious metals. By replacing a portion of the copper content used in standard sterling silver with palladium, this proprietary formula renders a precious metal with superior performance attributes. Sterling palladium is five times more tarnish-resistant than standard sterling silver and has strength similar to that of 14K gold.
Palladium has been used as a precious metal in jewelry since 1939, originally as an alternative to platinum for making white gold. Its naturally white color requires no rhodium plating. Additionally, palladium is proportionally much lighter than platinum and is ideal for use in heavier gemstone jewelry. It is a more expensive alloy than nickel, but it seldom causes the allergic reactions that nickel alloy can.


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Dr. Ron Paul Liberty Defined: The Future of Freedom Recorded: Wednesday, April 9, 2014
Ron Paul, the former 12-term Congressman and Presidential candidate, takes a candid look at Americas increasingly dysfunctional political system. Drawing on his 24 years in Congress, he highlights the need to rein in unchecked government power. The author of numerous #1 New York Times bestselling books, Dr. Paul is a leading advocate for individual liberty, privacy, limited constitutional government, low taxes and spending, free markets, restrained foreign policy, and sound money.
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John Stossel of Fox Business Network speaks about his new book, No, They Cant: Why Government FailsBut Individuals Succeed.
Experts: John StosselType: Independent Institute EventIssues: Culture/ Society, Free Market Economics, Freedom, Government Power, Government Waste/Pork
Full Video of The Independent Institutes 25th Anniversary Gala for Liberty Recorded: Tuesday, November 15, 2011
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Full Video of The Independent Institutes 2011 25th Anniversary Gala for Liberty held November 15, 2011. Part 1: Introductory Remarks and Tribute to Robert Higgs Part 2: Tribute to Mario Vargas Llosa Part 3: History of The Independent Institute and Fund for the Future Part 4: Tribute to Lech Walesa Part 5: Special Tributes, Sponsors, and Credits
Experts: Leszek Balcerowicz, Price V. Fishback, Robert Higgs, Ron Paul, Jorge Quiroga, David J. Theroux, Archbishop Desmond M. Tutu, Mario Vargas Llosa, Lech Wałęsa, Yuri Yarim-AgaevType: Independent Institute EventIssues: Bureaucracy and Government, Business, Civil Liberties/ Human Rights, Constitutional Law, Defense and Foreign Policy, Democracy, Economic History and Development (U.S.), Economic Policy, Government Power, History (International), History (U.S), Latin America, Nationalism, Political Ideology and Philosophy, Politics, Privatization, Property Rights, Terrorism and National Crises
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Each year, the U.S. government spends over $30 billion on the drug war and arrests more than 1.5 million people on drug-related charges. Currently more than 318,000 people are behind bars in the U.S. for drug violationsmore than the number of people incarcer-ated for all crimes in the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain combined. Have current drug laws deterred drug abuse and reduced crime? What are the real costs of this countrys war on drugs? Is there a link between the homicide rate and the amount of resources given to drug prohibition? Please join us as Boston University economist Jeffrey Miron (author of the major new book, Drug War Crimes) and former San Jose police chief, Joseph McNamara, examine these questions and explore real alternatives to Americas War on Drugs.
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Boston University Professor of Economics and author of the new book, Drug War Crimes: The Consequences of Prohibition. His articles on Drug Policy have appeared in Social Research, Boston Globe and the London Observer. He received his Ph. D. in economics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
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Research Fellow, Hoover Institution. Former Chief of Police, San Jose, CA and Kansas City, MO. He has published articles in the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, and other publications. He has been a commentator for NPR and has appeared on Meet the Press, Good Morning America, Sixty Minutes, and other programs.
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Founder and Executive Director of the Drug Policy Alliance, the leading organization in the United States promoting alternatives to the War on Drugs. Dr. Nadelmann received his Ph.D. and J.D. from Harvard University and a Masters degree in International Relations from the London School of Economics. His speaking and writings on drug policy have attracted international attention and appeared in Science, American Heritage, National Review, and others.
Experts: Joseph D. McNamara, Jeffrey A. Miron, Ethan A. NadelmannType: Independent Institute EventIssues: Crime, Criminal Justice/ Prisons, Drugs (Illicit), Government Waste/Pork, Law Enforcement
John Stossel | Confessions of a Media Maverick Recorded: Friday, January 30, 2004
When pioneering television journalist John Stossel joined ABC-TV's "20/20" in 1981, his peers and an admiring public hailed him as a crusading consumer reporter. His hard-hitting, in-your-face exposes of con artists and corporate liars and crooks won him 19 Emmys and an avid following. But, could the use of government power and the Nanny State be the biggest scam of all?
In his new book, Give Me a Break, Stossel takes on a herd of sacred cows and examines how in the name of the "public interest," ambitious politicians and bureaucrats, intellectually lazy and opportunistic reporters, scaremongers, and predatory lawyers make life worse, especially for those most disadvantaged.
In this event John Stossel explained how his investigations of government waste, fraud and abuse; welfare for the rich; victimless crimes; self-serving interest groups; and sensationalist-media hyping (while ignoring real risks) reveal the crucial need to protect the civil and economic liberties of all people.
John Stossel, author of Give Me a Break. is co-anchor of ABC's "20/20." He also hosts ABC's "John Stossel Specials" for ABC television and radio, and ABCNews.com. In addition to having received 19 Emmy Awards, he has been honored five times for excellence in consumer reporting by the National Press Club. Among his other awards are the George Polk Award for Outstanding Local Reporting and the George Foster Peabody Award.
David J. Theroux is Founder and President of the Independent Institute.
Experts: John StosselType: Independent Institute EventIssues: Business, Culture/ Society, Entertainment, Free Market Economics, Government Power, Government Waste/Pork
Big Brother is Watching Recorded: Thursday, June 6, 2002
To outsiders, its initials once stood for No Such Agency. To its employees, they stood for Never Say Anything. Today the public knows that the ultra-secret National Security Agency manages the nations spy satellites, but few know exactly why the NSA is the most powerful U.S. intelligence agencyor its roles in the Cold War, the hunt for Osama bin Laden, and Echelon, the worldwide NSA spying operation that, many charge, is illegally monitoring innocent citizens. No outsider knows more about the NSA than investigative journalist James Bamford, who began to research it before most members of Congress had even heard of it. In this talk, Mr. Bamford explained why he believes the NSA is a dangerous, two-edged sword.
Experts: James BamfordType: Independent Institute EventIssues: Constitutional Law, Defense and Foreign Policy, Democracy, Freedom, Government Waste/Pork, History (U.S), Law Enforcement, Politics, Technology, Terrorism and National Crises
Conning Americans: How Politicians Create Dependence on Government Recorded: Wednesday, February 13, 2002
"Dependence on government has grown at unprecedented rates over the past 70 years. This ominous trend has coincided with the growth of centralized government power, which at its own discretion is used to regulate, manipuate, or prohibit. Driven by bipartisanship, bureaucracies, and interest groups, and accelerated by presidential ambitions, this trend has been so profound that few today can imagine life without government control. Economist and historian Charlotte Twight, one of the leading experts on politics and privacy, showed how special-interest politics created the income tax, Social Security, Medicare, surveillance of ordinary citizens, and other linchpins of the dependence-state, which in turn have made opposition to centralized control seemingly futile. She will then offer a strategy to reverse this trend in order to fulfill the promise of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Experts: Charlotte TwightType: Independent Institute EventIssues: Bureaucracy and Government, Government Waste/Pork, Welfare
Smarter Urban Growth: Markets or Bureaucracy? Recorded: Wednesday, October 3, 2001
Astronomical housing costs, suffocating traffic congestion, and pollution take a heavy toll on our quality of life. Are these problems the inescapable consequences of modern life or the results of poor government policies? Proponents of "smart growth" seek to correct them by replacing suburban living with high-density, urban living and public transit. Others seeks to extend and expand current public and private systems. But how smart are these and other approaches? Would market-based alternatives be preferable to create sustainable communities? Urban economists Randal O'Toole and Daniel Klein discussed innovative "smarter growth" solutions for affordable housing, transportation, land use, and the quality of life in our communities.
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Arizona undefeated in five matchups with Milwaukee this year
When the Brewers and D-backs square off on Saturday for the sixth time in 2013, Milwaukee will be seeking its first win in the season series. Arizona has won the first five meetings by a combined 13 runs, giving the team its first five-game winning streak over the Brewers since 1998-99.
Kyle Lohse, who will take the mound for Milwaukee on Saturday night, pitched well enough for a win against the D-backs in his Brewers debut on April 5. In six innings, Lohse allowed just one run on five hits, striking out five and walking none. However, he received little help from his teammates in the Brewers' 3-1 loss.
It's been and up-and-down season for Lohse since that first game, but the 34-year-old right-hander has been solid of late. After taking the loss in four of five starts in May, Lohse has either won or left without a decision in each of his past eight outings. He recorded his fifth win of the season on Monday against the Reds, when he allowed three runs and scattered nine hits across 6 2/3 innings but did not record a strikeout.
Lohse's strategy is pitching to contact, and he doesn't always expect to fan many batters.
"Yeah, but not zero," Lohse said after his last start. "They were really swinging early in the count and I'm not going to be that guy to get them to swing at balls way out of the zone. ... I'm just up there trying to pound the zone and they took advantage a couple of times, but more times than not I was able to get a weak fly ball or a ground ball."
Much like Lohse, the D-backs' Randall Delgado, who will make his sixth start of the season on Saturday, limited the damage on the scoreboard while giving up a slew of hits his last time out. Delgado went six innings on Monday against the Dodgers, surrendering three runs on 11 hits.
Called up from Triple-A Reno on June 18 to join the rotation, Delgado enters Saturday with a 1-3 record and a 3.48 ERA as a starter this season. After allowing two runs in seven innings in his first start of the year, Delgado laid out his basic plan as a pitcher, which has been relatively successful even if his record isn't an indication.
"I just try to do my job every time they tell me," Delgado said. "I tried to keep it down in the zone and I think it worked, so I'll just try to keep it like that."
Brewers: Roenicke pleased with bullpen
In what has been a mostly rough season for Milwaukee, the bullpen stands out as a major positive. So when reliever Jim Henderson took the loss on Thursday night, manager Ron Roenicke wasn't too upset.
"It's going to happen," Roenicke said. "I don't expect every time we go out there that we're going to put up zeros."
Milwaukee's bullpen returned to form in Friday's 2-1 loss, as Brandon Kintzler, Michael Gonzalez and John Axford combined to allow just one hit in two scoreless innings. Collectively, the Brewers' relievers rank fifth in the Majors with a 3.01 ERA while holding opponents to a .232 average.
D-backs: Goldschmidt hot at dish
Paul Goldschmidt has been busy for the past week and a half, securing his status as a first-time All-Star.
The 25-year-old first baseman, who was voted into the Midsummer Classic by the players, extended his hit streak to nine games by going 1-for-2 with a walk on Friday against the Brewers. Goldschmidt also collected an RBI in the contest, giving him eight during the streak.
It also was his National League-leading 77th RBI on the year, which ranks third most in D-backs history before the All-Star break, with only Luis Gonzalez (86 in 2001) and Matt Williams (82 in 1999) driving in more runs in the first half of the season.
Worth noting
• A D-backs win Saturday would even the all-time series against the Brewers at 55-55.
• Goldschmidt's double in the sixth inning on Friday preserved the D-backs' Major League leading streak of 77 straight games with an extra-base hit.
• Only the Marlins have fewer road wins this season (14) than the Brewers, who are 15-29 away from Miller Park.
Jeremy Warnemuende is an associate reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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For me it is, and has always, been a physical craving followed by an obsession. I no longer have the obsession, but even after 10 years without a drink, I still will get a physical "urge" once in a while. Totally baffles me.
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Juan's Milotic is Juan's most famous and most powerful Pokémon.
Milotic was a formidable opponent in battle and was also an expert in contests. It was described by Juan as being his "dear old friend" and they had spent many years together. It is assumed that Milotic was Juan's starter Pokémon.
Milotic first appeared when Juan was putting on a show with all his Water type Pokémon. It was also used to defeat Team Rocket by breaking out of their electric net with Iron Tail and then sending them blasting off with Twister.
Milotic was the last Pokémon Juan used in his battle with Ash. It easily defeated Ash's Swellow and then battled Pikachu. Milotic's many years of contest training were displayed when it used Twister from underwater, making the attack twice as powerful. According to Juan, no Pokémon had ever recovered from that attack, but Pikachu blasted the Twister away with Thunder and then attacked Milotic with Quick Attack. Although Milotics most powerful technique had failed, it still put up a formidable fight, causing damage to Pikachu whilst restoring energy with Recover. However Pikachu finally managed to defeat Milotic by blasting it with Thunder while it was underwater.
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Twister | The Great Eight Fate! |
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The Pew Research Center reported this week that, for the first time in four decades of polling, a majority of Americans now support legalization. Not medical marijuana or decriminalization, but legal production, regulation, taxation and sale of the drug. The poll found 52 percent of Americans say pot should be legal, with 45 percent opposed.
The shift in opinion has gathered steam in the last decade, as voters began changing state marijuana laws through ballot questions and a new generation of pot-smokers pushed the issue. Just 12 percent of Americans supported legalization in 1969, a number that rose in the �70s, fell in the �80s, and has been climbing since. Pew found that support for legalization grew by 11 points since 2010.
Fully 65 percent of Millennials� – born since 1980 � now support legalization, Pew found, while� 54 percent of Generation X, which preceded them, agrees. Support among Baby Boomers, the generation that brought marijuana into the mainstream, fell to 17 percent in 1990, but has rebounded to 50 percent.
The survey found that fewer people think marijuana is a moral issue than a few decades ago and that 77 percent now believe it has legitimate medical uses. And while there are some partisan differences, with Republicans less likely to support full legalization, equal percentages of Republicans and Democrats agree that the federal government should not enforce marijuana laws in states � Colorado and Washington, so far � where voters have decided to legalize it. President Obama and Attorney General Holder should take heed.
As with same-sex marriage, Americans are still divided on the subject, but the trend line is becoming clear. It�s time political leaders, who have largely hidden from the issue ever since Richard Nixon declared war on drugs, caught up with the people they claim to represent.
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Ted Siefer's City Hall: With Gatsas back, aldermen increase fees, tighten exemptions
"The fact that you're here four weeks later ... I know we make your blood pump pretty well," Levasseur said - a sentiment that probably applies best to himself.
Gatsas is not one for sentimentality, but he took the moment to express his gratitude.
"First, let me say thank you to the board for your work over the last four weeks, and to ChairmanO'Neil for stepping up, and the department heads for stepping up," he said before turning to the care he received at Catholic Medical Center. "I can't say enough good things about that hospital. I know people tell you 'Go down to Boston.' I can tell you the care I received was second to none."
Tuesday's meeting was a long one, partly because the aldermen took the unusual step of immediately going into a lengthy nonpublic session. The purpose was to get the latest on discussions with Public Service of New Hampshire over the rate it wants to charge municipalities that use efficient LED streetlights.
You may recall that late last year the aldermen hurriedly authorized spending up to $25,000 to hire a lawyer after city officials learned that state regulators were prepared to rule on PSNH's proposed rate, which they felt would shortchange the city.
Gatsas said he couldn't go into detail on what was discussed during the closed-door session, but he said he hoped that the parties could reach an agreement soon.
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It doesn't seem likely that pay-as-you-throw will be coming to Manchester anytime soon, and it remains to be seen whether the aldermen will manage to finally approve new parking regulations that could net up to $500,000 in new revenue. But the board has steadily given its stamp of approval to new and higher fees that will affect particular constituencies, if not the general population.
"There are 600 people in Manchester getting the disability exemption. In the rest of the state, there's about 500. Something must be going on in Manchester. Obviously, it's not the water, but they're all moving to Manchester," he said.
"On behalf of those who are disabled, we have the three best medical facilities in the state. Disabled people tend to congregate where they get health care," Hirschmann said. "I just want to go on record saying the disabled people I know, they're disabled, and they deserve this."
The aldermen's Human Resources Committee has given the green light to a proposal from Mayor Gatsas to eliminate an ordinance that requires supervisors to make more than their underlings.
"A person taking a supervising position should be happy with a 10 percent increase. (Their) pay shouldn't have anything to do with who the people being supervised are," Gatsas told the committee on Monday.
Human Resources Director Jane Gile said it's not frequent, but it does happen.
"I can't give a number off the top of my head. I'd say a handful of times," she said. Of course, Gatsas knows what it's like to be a supervisor and get paid less than his charges. At $68,000 a year, Gatsas makes less than nearly all of his department heads as well as a good number of rank-and-file workers.
It appears a plan to hand over the operation of the city's West Side Ice Arena to local business partners won't slide into place as quickly as it appeared a couple of weeks ago. The plan was supposed to have been back before the aldermen on Tuesday, after a review by city officials.
Ted Siefer is the City Hall reporter for the New Hampshire Union Leader and New Hampshire Sunday News. He may be reached at firstname.lastname@example.com and followed on Twitter @tbsreporter.


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Wasmuth String Quartet
The Danville Symphony Orchestra is pleased to welcome the Wasmuth Quartet back to Danville for its second season of free performances and educational events. This year's public concerts offer some of the best meat and potatoes of the classical string quartet literature and the repertoire they've chosen will not disappoint classical enthusiasts.
Rustic Charm
Rustic Charm is a full service country and primitive gift shop offering everything from crafts, candles, cards and gifts to collectibles, textiles, antiques, and custom gift baskets and silk florals.
Red Mask Players
This 75 year-old community theater group stages three productions each season at the comfortable and cozy historic Kathryn Randolph Theater.
Illiana Genealogical & Historical Society
The Illiana Genealogical and Historical Society hosts a library of over 10,000 volumes used for genealogical research in Illinois and Indiana. The library is one of the oldest and largest in Illinois and welcomes guests from all over the United States and around the world.
Walldog Walking Tour
Walldog sign and mural artists trace their trade back to the signpainters of old who painted advertisements on walls in communities all over the country. They worked like dogs in the hot sun and thus came to be known as "wall dogs". Walldog artists traveled from all over the world to paint the murals in Downtown Danville in 2010 which depict the history and culture of the area. Guided tours can be scheduled through the Danville Area Convention and Visitors' Bureau.
The Babe - Danville Stadium
The life of legendary baseball star Babe Ruth is the focus of this biopic. The Danville Stadium (home to the present-day Danville Dans college baseball team) was used to portray Fenway Park and Forbes Field in the film. Wrigley Field in Chicago was used to represent all of the other baseball parks featured in the movie. Cubs fans can tell the location just by looking at how the grass is distinctively cut near first and third bases.
Images Framing & Fine Art
Primarily a picture framing destination with thousands of framing choices, Images also serves as a gallery for 2-D and 3-D artists. With 30+ years in business, Images Framing and Fine Art provides you with expert advice that will help you select the correct frame and mats to compliment you and your art.
Resh Frame Shop & Woodcarving
Resh Frame Shop offers quality custom framing for every budget and every style and professional, friendly service. All custom picture framing work is done on site, and uses archival materials to insure that your work is properly preserved. The frame shop has over 5,000 traditional, Italian & contemporary frame samples to choose from.
Lamon House
The 1840s Lamon House is believed to be the oldest framed residence in the Danville Area. The home was constructed by Joseph Lamon, cousin of Ward Hill Lamon, President Abraham Lincoln's law partner and presidential bodyguard. The Lamon House is open Sundays, 1:30 - 4:30 PM, throughout the summer and by appointment.
Fithian Home
The 1855 Victorian mansion was the home of Dr. William Fithian, a friend of Abraham Lincoln. Lincoln spent two nights here in 1858.
David S. Palmer Arena
Visitors to Danville can watch special events such as concerts, trade shows, circuses and other performances throughout the year. The arena hosts the annual Dustbowl basketball tournament, Danville Dashers hockey and public ice skating.
Country Chics
Filled with antiques and primitives, folk art, candles and more. Country Chics has an amazing selection of on-of-a-kind items you won't find anywhere else.
Fischer Theatre
Historic Fischer Theatre, owned by the Vermilion Heritage Foundation, was built as the Grand Opera House in 1884. From Lillian Russell to silent movies, this theater provided entertainment to the community until it's closing in 1982. As work continues toward the goal of complete restoration, the lobby is used for many public events. The theater also houses the "Stage Presents The Fischer Gift Shop" where you will find creations by local artists and artisans, as well as products highlighting the area's famous stage, movie and vocal artists.
Ludwig Farmstead Creamery
Guests can tour the farm, watch how several types of cheese are made and sample some of Ludwig's products for just $5.00. Tours can be scheduled for groups of 10 or more throughout the week or on Saturdays for groups of less than ten or individuals. The Creamery sits on Feathercreek Farm, a 150-acre, fifth-generation family farm originally settled in 1866. The Ludwig family's primary business is the care and breeding of high pedigree, purebred Holstein dairy cattle.
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Now stand up and show the world what you have! Once a month the Chalet will play host to St. Joe's very own open mic event. On the first Friday of every month come down to the Chalet to showcase your skills. The event will be hosted by a local musician to help the creative juices flow.
The first performance will be at 8:30pm, doors open at 8:00pm.
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I can't tell you the exact circumstances of this performance of the hymn "Will The Circle Be Unbroken", but it comes from Tab Benoit's YouTube Channel, which describles it thusly: "Tab Benoit, Louisiana Leroux, Jim Lauderdale, Kim Wilson, Johnny Sansone, Waylon Thibodeaux, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band&
A great second day of our fall membership drive is in the books. See below for a photogallery of Day 2 highlights.
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An awesome first day of our fall membership drive is in the books. See below for a photogallery of Day 1 highlights.
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The WWOZ Fall Pledge Drive has commenced! If you like what you hear, show your support. You can pledge here or call in during your favorite show at 1-877-907-6999. See below for a photo gallery of some of today's special highlights. As always, thanks for tuning in.
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Our members do a great job at articulating what's great about the station. Here are some quotes from our last drive:
Ruth - Philadelphia: I live only part of the year in NO and when I'm in Philly for the rest of the year, y'all are my lifeline to my beloved city. I stream OZ while working and see what's goin' on too. Love you!
OZ's founders, Jerry and Walter Brock, knew a good thing when they heard it. The brothers set out to share New Orleans culture with the world, and it is this passion that keeps 'OZ alive. From the swampy city and across the globe, WWOZ is your 24 hour listener-supported, volunteer-programmed radio station.
The Fall 2013 edition of our Membership Drive kicks off today and runs through November 15.
Our Pledge Parties are great times to hear one-of-a-kind performances by the brightest stars in the New Orleans music universe. Early on today, we're planning on having the Dukes of Dixieland, Cha Wa, and Mia Borders, all before 2pm!
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Rafael Nadal was spotted on the practice courts of Melbourne Park again today.
The world's top baller is hoping to get his game in gear after injury shortened his 2008 season and he fell early in Doha:I was out of competition for 2-1/2 months but have trained hard and hope to find my best level as fast as possible. I feel if I find my best tennis I always have a chance to win important tournaments and hopefully that will start in Australia.
As they always say, practice and match play are two completely different animals. Maybe Rafa should've opted for a match or two in Kooyong.
But more importantly: why is Rafa putting on more clothing than less when it's about 1000 degrees in Melbourne right now?
Even though others were spotted shiny + shirtless, the Spaniard was spotted yesterday working his trademark sleeveless look and now the sleeves are back. I mean, don't get me wrong. I'm loving the crimson color of that tee but I'm thinking I'd love the bronze color of his skin more.
What gives Rafa?! *scratches head*
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Wednesday, January 14, 2009
PHOTO OP: Rafa in reverse, covers up as Aussie heat rises - what gives?
Labels: Australian Open, photo op, player quotes, Rafael Nadal, tennis
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- johanneJanuary 14, 2009 at 8:43 AM
Sleeves, no sleeves, pants, no pants...whatever!! I love me some Rafa!! I guess I prefer to look at this pictures as an indicator of what those practice sessions SOUND like.
*hears Rafa's sexy animalistic grunts in head*
And yeah, maybe he's making sure he won't overheat during his match. Though I can't say the same for myself ;) maja: *uses maja's reverse psych*
"Yes Matador, you look absolutely stunning in sleeves. I've never seen sleeves look so good on a human. Perf!"
sonja: does that oil come with a side of balsamic? great as a Rafa dipping sauce.
johanne: what sounds would he make while he was being dipped in oil and balsamic?
natch: *throws cold water on natch*
*natch wakes up*
*sees rafa coated in dipping sauce, licks him clean*
*passes out again*- johanneJanuary 14, 2009 at 11:14 AM
*too. many. dirty. thoughts. can't. answer. rich's. question.*
One of the many many many MANY reasons I love Rafa so much is that he seems so bashful at times, esp when it comes to compliments about his good looks. He's just so modest, it's totally adorable :) Sometimes I wonder if he seriously has any idea the TRUE extent of his effects on men and women everywhere. Something tells me he's somewhat clueless ;) But maybe not. Thoughts?? babz: I BELIEVE YOU - I SWEAR
*shakes in thigh-high Dior boots*
johanne: I think he probably does at this point but does he read into it at all or live for it? Most prob not. But no one lives in that kind of fishbowl and walks around completely oblivious to the attention and effect on others.
He's human so at some level, it feels good too.*wipes last bit of dipping sauce from her mouth*
*relives when Rafa ran naked through Wimby's locker room*
Oh, if I could have only been there...
Thanks, Rich, for coming to my aid. Mirka trampled me in her mad dash to watch him. Also, you didn't tell me you also added habaneros to the sauce. They made Rafa extra hot and spicy! ;)- AnonymousJanuary 14, 2009 at 4:15 PM
On Rafa's awareness of the effect he has on people - oh, yes, he's aware. But he's cool about it. And mature beyond his age.
Remeber that old docu on TC way back when Rafa was 16? That famous line of his: "A kiss from me would be a lot better than a kiss from you". A young Rafa walks and chats with his agent Carlos Costa and tells him a little story about himself and an unnamed WTA player who refused him a little kiss while dancing at a players' party a while ago, and this is what he told her.
How can he NOT be perfectly aware (and super confident), when he was hanging around with those grown-up hunky studs such as Costa and Moya since his early teens? Confident enough to even talk about his flops with girls. And manly enough to withhold the girl's name. At such young age. - johanneJanuary 14, 2009 at 4:51 PM
anon: LOL I totally forgot about that kiss comment!! But you're right - he was so young, yet still confident enough to talk about rejection; classy enough not to say who it was (at least on camera). He's definitely got a good head on his shoulders. And countless good other bits as well :)
ReplyDelete Hey natch, leave me some of that Rafa dip, will ya?!
Although I'd also totally love Rafa covered in chocolate sauce. o_O
BTW: "Mirka trampled me in her mad dash to watch him."
And as for that He looks good and he knows it Story: MAN, will that stupid chick be sorry now, huh??!
My thoughts about this are: The reason he hasn't gotten totally arrogant about his looks is probably that he doesn't really see what all the fuzz is about. I think he's like: Alright, I might look good, but so do many people, and who cares really? I'm a tennis player, not a pin-up.
Oh, imagine he were a pin-up.... *drool again*sonja: "imagine he were a pin-up"
I thought that's what we were doing here on DtL...my bad.
babz: LMAO! those are WMD's honey - you'd put a serious hurtin' on someone or Rafa although his bod of steel may make it out unscathed. i wonder how those louboutins walking on oil, balsamic, jello and Rafa???


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HEAT oven to 350°F.
PLACE 1 won ton wrapper in each of 24 mini muffin pan cups sprayed with cooking spray, with edges of wrapper extending over top of cup. Bake 5 min. Meanwhile, combine remaining ingredients.
SPOON artichoke mixture into won ton cups.
BAKE 12 to 14 min. or until filling is heated through and edges of cups are golden brown.