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I was a kid back when Christmas put a huge exclamation point at the end of each year. Everything else in the prior 11 months was eclipsed by Christmas mornings.
Of course we kids knew the real "reason for the season," but the spiritual stuff was covered by Santa's shadow. These were the days when "Red Ryder" BB guns worked their magic in boys' minds and sugar plums did — in fact — dance.
The farther we adults move through our allotted days, the dimmer Christmas excitements become. There's no remedy for such fading; it's an unfortunate byproduct of life's experiences.
However, I'm blessed with a good memory and have a huge collection of tiny, mundane tidbits of Christmases past. I'd be lying if I said gifts didn't matter, but my memory of them has little to do with money and everything to do with feelings.
Each year I got an "extra special" present. By today's standards, most of them wouldn't register a tiny blip on modern kids' radar screens.
I doubt a single Hopalong Cassidy pocketknife was under anybody's tree in 2012. That present fell out of the sleigh 65 years ago but still makes me smile.
One year Dad and Mom bought me a used electric guitar. I never learned to play it but sure worked at it. As time passed, I know they regretted that gift more and more. I truly believe Dad busted my amplifier.
When I was 7, Santa gave me a Remington .22 single-shot rifle. Two years later, I hit the jackpot. "Santa," whom I had finally identified as my parents, gave me my first deer rifle, a Model 94 Winchester 30/30. I was "The Rifleman" before Chuck Connors.
Looking back at those times through today's prism, it's obvious that I spent my pre-teen life on another planet.
I knew what I was doing. Dad taught me to always attach my brain to my trigger finger. Anytime I fell short, his standard admonishment was: "Think! Think! Think!"
In the aftermath of the Sandy Hook abomination, society needs changes. I have no idea what they should be, but it's quite obvious there's vital work to do.
I believe gun violence ultimately is less about hardware and more about software. What on earth is being downloaded into people's minds nowadays? I'll leave solutions to folks a lot smarter than I.
Our grandchild Bug is here from Tokyo, and it's an absolute joy to see the holidays through an amazing 4-year-old.
Throughout the country, I bet that this season of 2012 will have the most hugs exchanged in history. Merry Christmas.
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Dan Carter talks to SA Rugby magazine about his Super 14 struggles, why the All Blacks will pose a serious threat in the Tri-Nations, and his ideal halfback partner.
How's that Achilles injury?
I'm over it. It was tough being out of the game for five-and-half months, but I believe everything happens for a reason and, in a way, it was good for me. The injury gave me a break from rugby, my first in seven years.
Why did you leave for Perpignan when you were playing so well in New Zealand?
I felt like I would get stale if I played another season for the Crusaders and All Blacks. It's not good to say, but I needed a fresh challenge. In 2008, Perpignan gave me an opportunity to experience something new and I took the chance to get out of my comfort zone.
Considering you suffered the injury in France, do you regret the move?
Injuries can happen anywhere and at any time. I could've torn my Achilles tendon playing for the Crusaders, so no, I don't regret it. I still enjoyed my stay at Perpignan while I was off the field. The French have a great culture and lifestyle, so it was a good decision.
Has the limelight off the field been a big distraction for you?
At first it was, but it's my eighth season as a professional so it doesn't now. I make sure what happens off the field, stays off the field. I want people to take me as a rugby player first and everything else comes second.
How does the European Cup compare to Super Rugby?
It's tough to judge. The Super 14 is exciting for the spectators with all the tries, but there are so many rivalries in Europe, especially when the European Cup gets to the semi-final stage. The teams play with so much passion, it's a fantastic competition.
Were you disappointed with your form in this year's Super 14?
The media criticised me but it was a challenge slotting into a backline where the average age is 23. I was happy with my progress in the earlier rounds but things regressed after the bye [in round seven]. I picked up a hip injury, so that was frustrating as I struggled to regain my form. I'll play much better as the season goes on.
Many pundits feel your goal-kicking percentage slump is the biggest concern.
It's something I'm working on and I want to be the best. By striving to be the best goal-kicker, you will get the reward at some stage. Things will get better.
All Blacks coach Graham Henry came out in support of you by saying you are still his first- choice flyhalf. Does that take any pressure off you?
It does a little, but I enjoy having competition for the No 10 jersey. It motivates me. I never take my place in the team for granted and will keep doing the hard work on the field.
There's a perception that after you, there are no quality New Zealand flyhalves. What's your take on that?
I disagree. I think Stephen Donald established himself at flyhalf when I was in France and he deserved a place in the team. Although he did suffer a decline in form towards the end of the Super 14, he showed his true potential in the earlier rounds. The future looks good for New Zealand rugby with Stephen Brett [Blues] and Aaron Cruden [Hurricanes] also coming through the ranks.
Who's your ideal halfback partner at Test level?
I've formed a good combination with Jimmy Cowan. He's a physical type of player and he provides great service. I've also formed a good combination with Andy Ellis at the Crusaders. But there's a lot of competition for the All Blacks No 9 jersey with Brendon Leonard and Piri Weepu on the scene.
Who's your ideal All Blacks centre pair?
I think Luke McAlister and Ma'a Nonu. The inside centre has to have a good boot and distribution skills but must also be a great ball-carrier. I think Luke fits in well as he's a big guy and has the skills. Ma'a has good vision and is a major threat with ball in hand.
Do you think the form of New Zealand's Super 14 teams will have a bearing on the All Blacks?
The New Zealand franchises did have a disappointing Super 14 but I don't think you can link that to the All Blacks. When you put on that black jersey, it's something special. You feel like a player on a whole different level. I'm confident the All Blacks will come good this season.
Who do you feel is the best flyhalf in the world on current form?
Matt Giteau. He played extremely well last season and he's continuing that form at the Brumbies. He's one talented footballer. Morné Steyn is also one to look out for this season.
What did you think of Steyn's emergence in the Springbok team last year?
He did very well considering it was his debut season and he made some vital kicks in the Lions tour and Tri-Nations. He leads the team with his boot, but he also showed in the Super 14 that he's more than just a kicker.
What about Ruan Pienaar at flyhalf?
That's a tough one. He's such a natural footballer in any position, whether it's scrumhalf, flyhalf or fullback. But he could make a great flyhalf. He has the skills, the running game and the boot.
Do you think Butch James could still make an impact for the Boks?
I haven't seen that much of him recently. But if he's still that fierce competitor he was when he was at the Sharks, then he can. I remember we were always worried about his physicality before every game.
The Boks won all three Tests against the All Blacks in last year's Tri-Nations. Did that break the All Blacks' psychological hold over the Springboks?
The Boks always had challenging times against the All Blacks in the past, so going down 3-0 was tough for us. I guess they can take some confidence out of that, but we weren't playing well as a team and we had a lot of injuries. We will learn from last season's mistakes and come out stronger this year.
What's your take on the new law interpretations?
They've helped a great deal with the flow of the game and have made rugby a better spectacle with all the tries. The attacking teams now have some benefits with ball in hand which wasn't the case last year.
Have the South Africans overtaken the Kiwi teams in terms of attacking flair?
The Australian teams and some of the South African sides adjusted fantastically well during the Super 14. The Kiwi teams were admittedly slow in adapting but I'm sure the All Blacks will thrive under the new law interpretations.
Last year, the Boks played a conservative, yet effective, kick-chase game. How do you think they will play this season?
They did kick a lot last season. But with defence triumphing attack last year, no one wanted to play in their own half and kicked for territory. With the new law interpretations, I think the Boks, like most teams, will keep more ball in hand and kick less.
What did you think of the rotation of the All Blacks coaching duties?
The first change worked very well [when Henry took the forwards and forwards coach Steve Hansen moved to the backline attack]. They've reverted to their original positions now, but we will still benefit from it. The coaches work so closely together and they all have input, so it doesn't really matter who's in charge of what.
How do you feel about Argentina forming part of the Tri-Nations in 2012?
It's a great way to freshen up the tournament. Argentina have played very well at Test level and their third-place finish at the last World Cup proves they are a quality side. If they can get their players back from Europe, they will be able to field a great team. Their inclusion will also help make their rugby stronger.
Do you think travelling to South America will be an issue?
Some people are arguing that, but I don't think it should be. Travelling to other countries is part of the game. I'm sure Sanzar will come up with a suitable solution.
How do you rate the All Blacks' chances at next year's World Cup?
We are definitely backing ourselves. We have the team foundation set, we just need to continue building a complete squad. Playing at home will be a big advantage for us, but we have to be consistent. One bad game and you're out. But from a neutral perspective, I believe it will be a great rugby event.
Will the New Zealand public's expectation have an effect on the team?
There's always pressure when it comes to the All Blacks. I guess there will be bigger expectations as we will be in our own backyard. But we can handle it. The players don't get affected by outside factors.
What do you make of Carl Hayman's decision not to return to New Zealand for the World Cup?
We would've liked to have had him back because he's a quality tighthead prop. But he obviously had his reasons for staying in Europe and we have to respect that.
Do you think there will be another player exodus to Europe after the World Cup?
There could be. There are guys who will be coming to the end of their careers after the World Cup and some players will want a new challenge. We just have to wait and see how big the demand will be.
Can New Zealand rugby survive another exodus of players?
I'm sure we can. There's a lot of young talent coming through our Super 14 teams' ranks. By then, many of the younger players, like Cruden, would have experienced two seasons of Super Rugby, so there will be plenty of depth.
What are your plans for after the World Cup?
I'd love to play my rugby here in New Zealand but it all depends on whether I'm still enjoying it. I had a great time in France and wouldn't mind going back there. But I will keep my options open for now.
By Gareth Duncan
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FRAME: Mongoose Design Heat Treated Alloy Suspension, Zero Stack Headset, Disc Mounts & Replaceable Derailleur Hanger, 2.5" - 4.4" Travel
FORK/SHOCK: SR/Suntour XCM w/ Preload Adjust & Mechanical Lockout, 100mm Travel; Coilover Shock
DRIVETRAIN: 24-Speed w/ Shimano Alivio Rear & Suntour Front Derailleurs, Shimano Alivio Rapid Fire Shifters, SR/Suntour XCC150 Forged Alloy Crankset
BRAKES: ProMax Mechanical Disc, 160mm Rotors
WHEELS: Alex Double Wall Alloy Disc Rims, ProMax Alloy QR Disc Hubs, Kenda Komodo 2.1" Tires
COCKPIT: Mongoose Oversize 31.8mm Rise Bar / Mongoose Alloy Stem, Alloy Post & WTB Speed V Sport Saddle
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Date Reviewed: January 8, 2013
Strengths: Great value for money! Handles rough fast downhill tracks with ease! Plenty of travel. Surprised by the komodo tyres! Handles loose ground well. Awesome steering! Mechanical lockout is simple and easy to use! Picked it up for AUS$250.
Weaknesses: Forks are average - Recoil is off putting! Derailleurs - Sloppy and gears skip after jumps!
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Other than that I rate this bike highly. Mongoose doesn't generally have a great history I mountain bikes but this really does turn the tables. If you looking at getting into the sport then this would be a good bike to do that (providing you have a bit of riding ability!) Got mine for AUS $250 SECOND HAND. It was ridden 4 times in its life! I've had it on some pretty rough tracks and it does all I ask of it. Looking at upgrading the derailleur soon. You won't regret the buy!
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Date Reviewed: November 15, 2012
Strengths: For the price of the bike the suspension can handle the trail here in NV
Weaknesses: The hand grips are thin and small. I up graded to some thick one
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Price Paid: $520.00
Purchased At: online
Date Reviewed: February 19, 2012
Strengths: awesome steering ,great rear suspension, mega value for money, switchable from x.c bike to trail bike 95mm to 120mm via a quick release, climbs well. travel.Full length gear cable.
Weaknesses: weight in stock trim, though I have droped 7lbs from my bike very easily
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Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid: $999.00
Purchased At: stourport cycles
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Bike Setup: Fox float r100mm forks, Schwalbe Dirty Dan tyres,Stans no tubes, 2x9 Crankset
Date Reviewed: April 23, 2011
Strengths: great components
Weaknesses: unfortunatly people look down on the name
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Price Paid: $350.00
Purchased At: Nashbar
Similar Products Used: Trek 3900, Trek 3700, K2 crush
Date Reviewed: September 11, 2010
Strengths: Very reliable,great handling and dependable bike.
Weaknesses: None so far
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Duration Product Used: 2 Years
Price Paid: $550.00
Purchased At: Safety Cycle
Date Reviewed: August 9, 2008
Strengths: I just got into mountain biking and couldnt afford an expensive bike at the current time. I chose the Otero COmp because of the price. I took it out to a few mountain trails and needed more travel on the front fork because it bottom out on some small jumps. I upgraded the fork to a ROckShox Tora and its a perfect bike for me. Not sure if it can handle a Diablo Park tough trail but it would be a fine bike for anyone new to mountain biking on a limited budget who can improve the bike over time. I havent had anything break on it yet.
Weaknesses: Front fork needs more travel or needs to be harder.
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Duration Product Used: 6 months
Price Paid: $500.00
Bike Setup: RockShox Tora front Fork
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UPDATE: Duke Energy's state-certified lab tested the material on the exterior of Mr. Dixon's building in May 2011 and found the fly ash content was less than 1 percent. The overall material was not consistent with fly ash or coal dust but was most likely mold or pollen.
- Erin Culbert, corporate communications, Duke Energy
Based on the suspicious, dark grime that accumulates in the bottom of his toilet bowls on a regular basis, he no longer trusts the water from his private well enough to ingest it.
"I'm bound to already be putting it in my body when I take showers," said Dixon, 84, whose home south of Belmont neighbors the coal-ash ponds at Duke Energy's Allen Steam Station. "I'm sure not going to drink it when it looks like that."
Dixon is one of a handful of residents along that section of South Point Road who have noticed adverse effects, in one form or another, from living so close to the coal ash site. Duke Energy has even tested the buildup of gray material in his toilet and in the filter on his well, but has said he has nothing to worry about.
"They told me it was just iron in the water," he said.
Regardless, Dixon's ongoing concerns prompted him to report his water trouble to the N.C. Division of Water Quality office in Mooresville last week.
Focus on coal ash
The safety of coal ash sites has been called into question more since 2008, when a dike failed at the TVA Kingston Fossil Plant in Kingston, Tenn. More than 5.4 million cubic yards of coal ash spilled out and covered some 300 acres of land and water in the disaster, according to the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation.
Since then, more scrutiny has also been placed on the effects of coal ash facilities on groundwater. Gaston County is home to two power plants with coal ash ponds, at Allen Steam Station, and at Riverbend Steam Station north of Mount Holly.
Duke Energy spokeswoman Erin Culbert said the company has voluntarily tested the groundwater around all of its coal-fired power plants for years. In 2010, they began a more extensive groundwater monitoring program, she said.
"We have found at a lot of our plants, there are accumulations of iron and manganese," said Culbert. "But iron and manganese are both naturally occurring compounds that pose no health risks."
Dixon and his wife built their home near the Allen Steam Station in 1995. They never saw any trouble with their water, but occasionally noticed coal ash accumulations on the outside of their home or on the lawn.
The problem worsened about two years ago, Dixon said. The buildup of coal ash outside became more apparent, regularly coating surfaces such as his back patio.
"I've pressure washed it so many times, I washed the grout out of it," Dixon said Monday, pointing down at gaps between the stone. "You can't walk out here when it's wet and walk back inside or else you'll ruin the carpet. I usually just take my shoes off when I come inside."
He also noticed buildups in the bottom of his commodes. So last summer, he asked Duke Energy to look into it.
Nothing to fear?
In August, an environmental official with Duke took samples from Dixon's toilets and water filter.
"Lab findings indicate the particles were sediment of naturally occurring minerals, with no particles of fly ash observed," said Culbert. "The absence of sulfur from the sediment also indicates no fly ash was present."
Iron and manganese can cause water to be discolored and smell bad, but that doesn't mean it's not safe to drink, Culbert said.
Duke Energy has a number of measures in place to effectively manage fly ash, and it invested hundreds of millions of dollars converting to dry ash handling in 2009, Culbert said. The material no longer goes to wet basins, but is managed in a drier form in lined landfills, which further protects groundwater, she said.
"Mr. Dixon's residence is upgradient from the direction groundwater is flowing, and we have no indication from our monitoring that there is any concern for neighbors' groundwater from Allen Steam Station operations," Culbert said. "We also conduct frequent sampling of water quality in Lake Wylie and consistently find that water quality is good and fish populations are healthy."
Dixon remains unconvinced. He hopes to sell his home soon, but fears the trouble with the water and fly ash deposits outside have decreased his property value.
He also has no plans to begin drinking his tap water, and resents the regular buildup of unsightly minerals in his toilets.
"I don't like having to look down and see that kind of mess in there," he said.
You can reach Michael Barrett at 704-869-1826 or twitter.com/GazetteMike.


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Results vs. Queens (2007-10-09 18:30:00)
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Game one was a close battle with strong play by both teams. Queens (2-25 overall/1-13 conference) started strong by taking the lead 7-4 and remained consistent for the entire game. The game came down to the last few points when Pfeiffer(14-8 overall/8-4 conference) pulled away with the win.
The Falcons pulled ahead in game two by a score of 6-13. The Royals evened the Falcon lead at 17 with strong serving from Keatin McKenzie. The Falcons opened the lead again with service from Petra Ljubicic for points 23, 24 and 25. Sara Burt put the Royals within two by holding serve from 20-23, but the team could not finish the Falcons off.
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Results vs. Catawba (2006-08-29 19:00:00)
August 29, 2006Pfeiffer defeats #15 Catawba 3-0 SALISBURY, NC -- Junior Cihan Nuhoglu (Rochester, NY) scored a pair of first-half goals to lead visiting Pfeiffer to a 3-0 win over 15th-ranked Catawba in mens soccer action on Tuesday night at Frock Field. The Falcons improve to 2-0 with the victory, while Catawba falls to 0-2. Nuhoglu put the Falcons on the board in the 20th minute as he put home a rebound off a shot by Matt Harris (Elgin, SC) that was blocked away by Catawba goalkeeper Will McElheny. Nuhoglu struck again in the 42nd minute to put Pfeiffer up 2-0 at the break. Catawba had a pair of great chances in the second half, but Falcon keeper David Porley (Sydney, AUSTRALIA) saved a rocket off the foot of Nathan Zuzga (Troy, MI) and Troy Brown (Burlington, NC) had his chip saved by a Pfeiffer defender. Austin Knight (Gibbonsville, NC) tallied the final goal, just under three minutes from time, as he was able to loft a shot over McElheny. Porley made five saves in goal for Pfeiffer to earn the shutout. McElheny had four saves for the Catawba Indians.Soccer Box Score (Final) pfeiffer vs #15 Catawba (Aug 29, 2006 at Salisbury, NC)


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This evening, TNT airs the final two episodes of Dallas' second season and, unlike the price of oil, the ratings have been down. Will the TV series return for a third season or will it be cancelled instead?
The new Dallas picks up several years after the original show ended. Time has passed but the Ewings and the Barnes are still at each others' throats. And, though Larry Hagman passed away, there's still plenty of drama at Southfork. The cast includes Patrick Duffy, Linda Gray, Josh Henderson, Jesse Metcalfe, Jordana Brewster, Julie Gonzalo, Brenda Strong, Mitch Pileggi, Emma Bell, Kuno Becker, and Judith Light.
Last season, the new Dallas was one of TNT's most-watched dramas, averaging 4.42 million viewers and a 1.1 rating in the 18-49 demographic.
This time around, the ratings weren't so hot. The second season has averaged 2.64 million with a 0.8 demo rating. The numbers spiked for the JR Ewing funeral episode but they went back down the following week.
While the ratings admittedly haven't been as strong this time around, Dallas is still TNT's best performing show right now. Both Monday Mornings and Southland have only been averaging about 1.4 million viewers.
The cable channel also knows that the show is facing a lot more competition at this time of year — compared to when the first season aired last summer.
While TNT hasn't cancelled or renewed Dallas yet, it seems very likely that the Ewings will return for another round of in-fighting and deception.
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USES: This medication is a diet supplement used to prevent and treat low blood levels of carnitine. Carnitine is a substance made in the body from meat and dairy products. It helps the body use certain chemicals (long-chain fatty acids) for energy and to keep you in good health. Low blood levels of carnitine may occur in people whose bodies cannot properly use carnitine from their diets, people on dialysis due to serious kidney disease, and people being treated with certain drugs (e.g., valproic acid, zidovudine). Carnitine levels that are too low can cause liver, heart, and muscle problems.Carnitine comes in 2 forms, this medication (levocarnitine) and D-carnitine. An over-the-counter product called vitamin Bt contains a mixture of levocarnitine and D-carnitine. Vitamin Bt should not be used to treat serious carnitine deficiency since it can interfere with the body's use of levocarnitine. Do not use levocarnitine to treat serious carnitine deficiency unless prescribed by your doctor.The form of levocarnitine taken by mouth is not recommended for treating people on dialysis due to serious kidney disease. The injectable form should be used for this treatment. Consult your doctor for details.Some supplement products have been found to contain possibly harmful impurities/additives. Check with your pharmacist for more details about the brand you use.The FDA has not reviewed this product for safety or effectiveness. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
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I've had some exciting weekends in my life. I can remember going on some pretty memorable college road trips, great family vacations and even some recent vacations that were pretty fun filled.
None of those road trips, however, compare with the the 72-plus hours that passed last weekend.
The West Point Green Wave were scheduled to play their biggest regular season road game in years in Daytona Beach Fla. Friday night, and there was no way I was going to miss that.
My wonderful fiance, Callie, had also won us four passes to an all-expense paid trip to Texas, and there was absolutely no way I was taking a rain check on that one either.
About three weeks ago, we came up with a game plan that was going to be tricky, but it would work out perfect if things went according to that plan.
I have to say that the good Lord was with us this weekend, both in executing that plan, and with our safe travel.
At about 1 a.m. on Friday morning, my dad and I set out on the first leg of this journey. We traveled down through south Mississippi, briefly into Alabama, before finally hitting Florida.
We arrived in Daytona Beach about three hours before West Point was scheduled to kick off against the Mainland Buccaneers. We had plenty of time to set up our gear and rest a little before the start of the game.
The game started on time, and let me tell you, it was one of the most physical football games I have seen live. The Green Wave really did show the Mainland crowd the best Mississippi has to offer.
Both teams played excellent ball, and both were classy groups when the game was over.
When the game did end, we traveled to Orlando, about an hour away, to get a hotel. I was flying out of Orlando International at 8 a.m.
I finished my game stories and sending photos back here to Brandon at about 4:30 a.m. I went back to the room and spent the next hour getting ready to fly to Texas. I got 37 glorious minutes of sleep.
I caught the plane just fine, and I was on my way to Dallas, where Callie, her father Jim and sister Susan picked me up.
After eating lunch, we made our way to the Texas Rangers ballpark, where we watched the pre-game concert by Mercy Me, a Christian rock band.
As a part of our vacation, we got to go to a meet and greet with Mercy Me just before Saturday night's game between the Rangers and the Oakland Athletics.
We got autographs and took pictures with the band in the skybox above left field, and then we made our way to our seats to watch the game on a great night for baseball.
Dallas Braden, the young Oakland pitcher who tossed a perfect game earlier this summer, was on the mound for the Athletics, and he was not far from perfection again. He made Josh Hamilton swing like a rookie four times during the night, and he completed a four-hit shutout in a 5-0 win.
At that point, a third of my weekend was finished, but there was one last part to go on Sunday.
The vacation included four day passes to Six Flags. We got there as the gates opened, and Callie and I must have sat in eight roller coasters by the end of the afternoon.
When we had our fill of walking around in the sun and testing our stomachs' and spines' durability, we headed for the car and then for the airport for the flight home.
We were back in Jackson by 10 p.m. on Sunday night, ready to go back to work and school this week.
I can't say enough about Callie. She was responsible for this great weekend.
She won the trip by entering me in a contest with a Christian radio station. When she told me what all the trip included, I had a hard time believing it.
The vacation was everything it was advertised to be, and getting to go on it with Callie was the best part about it.
Reflecting on everything that took place over the last three days, I know that at any point, disaster could have struck in many forms. We were blessed to have had such smooth sailing during all of this, smooth sailing that allowed us to get closer than ever.
Friday night started with a game between one of the best team's Florida has to offer against the best Mississippi suits up on Friday nights.
That was followed by a great game of baseball, a good concert and a wonderful day at a theme park.
Overall, I'd say this goes as tops on my list of greatest weekends ever.
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Downton Abbey is the British period drama set in the early 1900's in England that has taken America by storm. It seems an unlikely hit here in the States but discerning viewers have gravitated to it's rich characters, compelling stories and of course it's gorgeous setting.
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Kelly-Moore Paints reached out to share a palette of paints that their designer, Mary Lawlor, has identified as matching the lush interiors seen on Downton Abbey. These interior colors contain rich deep reds, wood toned browns, refreshing pastels and creams grounded by utilitarian grays, each inspired by the amazing settings portrayed on the show.
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One year, 3 million served, and finally, a catchy tune to call our very own.
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Finland is a parliamentary democracy with a multiparty political system and a president as the head of state. Finland declared itself independent of the Russian Empire on 6 December 1917. Since independence, Finland has lived with her Western democracy intact, through the Second World War and the Cold War, and has become a member of the European Union.
Power in Finland is vested in the people, who are represented by the parliament.
At the local level, Finland is divided into municipalities which elect local councils. Every citizen who has reached the age of 18 by Election Day has a right to vote and to stand for election. Everyone who is entitled to vote is automatically entered in the electoral register.
The head of state is the President of the Republic who is elected for a period of six years. The new constitution, adopted in 2000 and further adjusted 2012, moved the political system in a more parliamentary direction, by increasing the amount of power that the parliament and the government wield.
The new constitution strengthened the position of the prime minister and reduced the president's power. The president still conducts Finland's foreign policy together with the government, is in charge of relations with other states, and participates in international organisations and negotiations. The president is also the Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces.
After gaining independence, there have been 12 presidents of Finland. Since 1994 the president has been chosen by direct popular vote. If no candidate wins an overall majority in the first round of voting, there is a run-off between the two leading candidates. The maximum number of terms that can be served is two.
In 2000, Finns elected their first female president, Tarja Halonen, who was re-elected in 2006. The currently elected president is Sauli Niinistö.
The Parliament (eduskunta in Finnish) has 200 members elected every four years. The last election was held in 2011. The Finnish Parliament is unicameral.
Parliament enacts Finnish law, approves the state budget, ratifies international treaties and oversees the government. Parliament is also responsible for choosing the prime minister and approving the government programme. The government programme is a plan of action agreed by the parties participating in the government and it sets out the main tasks facing the incoming administration.
Finland has a multiparty system. One feature of the multiparty policy is that no single party is likely to win an absolute majority in parliamentary elections, so the country invariably has a coalition government that enjoys the confidence of parliament. Usually the leader of the party with most seats in the parliament becomes the prime minister.
In recent decades, the three biggest parties in parliament have consistently been the moderate conservative National Coalition Party, the Social Democratic Party and the Centre Party. In the parliamentary elections of 2011 a party called True Finns received a significant amount of votes.
The government consists of the prime minister and the necessary number of ministers.
The prime minister is elected by parliament.
After elections, based on parliament election results, parties engage in government negotiations. The government is officially appointed by the president.
The government is to be understood, on the one hand, as the body which convenes for the general governing of the country, and on the other hand, the decision-making body for governmental and administrative matters.
The prime minister directs the activities of the government and oversees the preparation and consideration of matters that come within the mandate of the government. The prime minister chairs the plenary sessions of the government.
The government must enjoy the confidence of parliament.
The current prime minister is Mr. Alexander Stubb, leader of the National Coalition Party.
There are 12 ministries in Finland. Each ministry is responsible for the preparation of issues that fall within the scope of the government.
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The champion Pampas XV went down to the EP Kings in round one of the Vodacom Cup, while there were notable wins for the Sharks XV, Leopards, Western Province and Griquas.
The Kings trailed the Pampas 20-8 after 24 minutes in Stellenbosch before fighting back to lead 21-20 at half-time. Luke Watson's side then scored 13 unanswered points in the second half to claim the bonus-point win.
In East London, the Sharks XV ran in six tries to thrash the Border Bulldogs 42-0, Western Province scored five in their 51-22 thrashing of the Boland Kavaliers at Newlands, and the Leopards claimed a comfortable 23-8 win against the Golden Lions in Potchefstroom.
In the final match of the weekend, Griquas beat the Blue Bulls 36-17 at Loftus, with right wing Jannie Boshoff scoring two of his side's six tries.
There were also wins for the Free State XV against the SWD Eagles, and the Pumas against the Valke.
Vodacom Cup results (Round 1):
Pampas XV 26 (20) – Tries: Ramiro Moyano, Lisandro Gomez Lopez. Conversions: Santiago Gonzalez Iglesias (2). Penalties: Iglesias (4).
EP Kings 34 (21) – Tries: Boetie Brits (2), Jacques Engelbrecht, Shane Gates. Conversions: Falie Oelschig. Penalties: Oelschig (4).
Border Bulldogs 0
Sharks XV 42 (14) – Tries: Jandre Marais (2), Gouws Prinsloo, Lubabalo Mtembu, Brynard Stander, Pieter-Steph du Toit. Conversions: Prinsloo (6).
Leopards 23 (16) – Tries: Hoffmann Maritz, Wian Fourie, Berty Visser. Conversions: George Tossel. Penalties: Andre Pretorius, Tossel.
Golden Lions 16 (6) – Try: Marais Schmidt. Conversion: Schmidt. Penalties: Schmidt (3).
Free State XV 34 (12) – Tries: Barry Geel, Ockert van Zyl, Philip Burger (2), Siphosethu Tom. Conversions: Marco Mason (2), Burger. Penalty: Mason.
SWD Eagles 30 (17) – Tries: Wentsley Scott, Giant Mtyanda, Elric van Vuuren. Conversions: Van Vuuren (3). Penalties: Van Vuuren (3).
Valke 30 (24) – Tries: Johan de Bruin, Willie Odendaal, Coert Cronje. Conversions: Juan Kotzé (3). Penalties: Kotzé (3).
Pumas 55 (29) – Tries: WIlhelm Loock (2), Coenie van Wyk (2), Dewald Pretorius, JW Jonker, Renaldo Bothma, Faf de Klerk. Conversions: JC Roos (6). Penalty: Roos.
Western Province 51 (28) – Tries: Mike Ledwidge, Ederies Arendse, Reuben Johannes, Michael van der Spuy, Pieter Stemmet. Conversions: Demetri Catrakilis (3), Kurt Coleman. Penalties: Catrakilis (6).
Boland Kavaliers 22 (19) – Tries: Franzel September. Conversion: Ricardo Croy. Penalties: Croy (5).
Blue Bulls 17 (10) – Tries: Clayton Blommetjies, Sampie Mastriet. Conversions: Wesley Dunlop, Jurgen Visser. Penalty: Dunlop.
Griquas 36 (19) – Tries: Jannie Boshoff (2), Mathew Rosslee, Jacques Coetzee, Ligtoring Landman, Rudi Vogt. Conversions: Marnitz Boshoff (3).


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Paul G. Yock, M.D. is the Martha Meier Weiland Professor of Medicine and Professor of Mechanical Engineering, by courtesy. Dr. Yock is Co-Chair of Stanford's new Department of Bioengineering and Director of the Stanford
Program in Biodesign. Dr. Yock is a Stanford cardiologist internationally known for his work in inventing, developing and testing new devices, including the Rapid Exchange balloon angioplasty system, which is the dominant angioplasty
system in use worldwide. Yock also invented a Doppler-guided hypodermic needle system, the Smart Needle and P-D Access. Dr. Yock is Director of the Center for Research in Cardiovascular Interventions, a Stanford facility that develops and
tests new technologies in cardiovascular medicine. The focus of Dr. Yock's research program is the field of intravascular ultrasound. He authored the fundamental patents for intravascular ultrasound imaging and founded Cardiovascular
Imaging Systems, now a division of Boston Scientific resulting from a 1994 acquisition for over $100M. In 1998 Dr. Yock developed a new interdepartmental and inter-school program at Stanford, the Medical Device Network (MDN). MDN helps
stimulate and guide the process of biomedical technology innovation within the University. Recently MDN has been expanded under Dr. Yock's leadership into a broader research and educational initiative, the Stanford Program in Biodesign.
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Program for Biomedical Ethics
Office of Student ResearchInternal Medicine: Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine: Winchester Chest Clinic, Tuberculosis Center; Internal Medicine ClerkshipBrain Aneurysm & AVM Program
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- M.D., College of Physicians & Surgeons, Columbia Univ, 1988
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- Azoulay E, Siegel MD. Self-Efficacy Approaches to Improving End-Of-Life Care for the Critically Ill: ineffective, insufficient or inconclusive? Am J Respir Crit Care Med 2011;183 288-290.
- Marotta SE, Belchikov Y, Siegel MD. Hypothermia and Protection from Acetaminophen Induced Liver Injury. Ther Hypothermia Temp Management 2011; 1:57-60.
- Sauler M, Siegel MD. The Past, Present, and Future of Advance Directives as a Guide to End-of-Life Decision Making. Chest 2012; 141:9-10.


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CUT demolished UWC 73-8 while Wits beat UKZN 21-12 in the eighth round of the Varsity Shield.
In Bloemfontein, defending champions CUT enjoyed a 10-try thumping of UWC, who won the first-round clash 37-23 in Bellville. Wing Alec Mhlanga and skipper Inus Kritzinger scored a brace each in the one-sided contest.
In Johannesburg, Wits fought back from an 8-2 half-time deficit to down UKZN.
CUT 73 (28) – Tries: Alec Mhlanga (2), Charles Hitchcock, Francois Harvey, Gavin Annandale, Gideon Gouws, Inus Kritzinger (2), Ruan Lombard, Rudolph Britz. Conversions: Kritzinger (2), Jannie Myburgh (5). Penalty: Myburgh.
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Philadelphia, PA (SportsNetwork.com) - It may have taken some time, but the plan that Los Angeles Angels of Anahiem owner Arte Moreno and general manager Jerry DiPoto put into place prior to the 2012 season is starting to come to fruition.
And just think ... it only cost them nearly half a billion to get there.
No team has been more disappointing the last two seasons than the Angels. Big things were expected following the signings of Albert Pujols and C.J. Wilson in 2012 and Josh Hamilton last year.
Mike Trout's emergence helped the Halos make a late charge in 2012, but last year the team was can't-get-out-of-their-way bad at times and finished six games under .500 and 18 games back in the American League West.
And that is with Trout emerging even further as the best young player in baseball, with him finishing second in the AL MVP race for a second consecutive season.
It's actually kind of amazing that manager Mike Scioscia was able to weather the storm considering the amount of money Moreno put into the team and the fact that a team that had been a mainstay in the AL postseason has now missed the playoffs in four straight seasons.
But to his credit, Scioscia is still one of the best managers in baseball. It's not as if he just forgot how to manage overnight. I like to judge a managerial change in one way: how quick would the fired one be hired.
In Scioscia's case, he would have been out of work for about a minute.
Oh, and the close to $30 million remaining on his contract probably had something to do with it.
Regardless, after spending like drunken sailors the past few offseasons, the Angels had nothing to show for it. Injuries, of course, were the biggest culprit, but they just weren't a good team, either.
And it looked like 2014 was going to be more of the same when Hamilton was befallen by a thumb injury in early April that was going to need surgery and cost him two months.
That was on top of David Freese being injured and Kole Calhoun missing time as well.
But a funny thing happened: the Angels actually played well. And now they seem to be fully healthy for the first time in a long time, and guess what? They are knocking on the door of the Oakland Athletics in the AL West.
In fact, if the season ended today, the Angels would be the top wild card in the AL.
"Certainly, when we you get some guys that have been out of the lineup back in, you have to feel good about the direction you're going to go in," Scioscia said. "Those guys are starting to contribute and it's fun. It's been fun to watch."
Hamilton homered in his return on June 3 and is hitting .344 with six RBI in the eight games since he's been back.
But, it's not just the players returning from injury, the Angels have made the Big A a house of horrors for the opposition of late. Since May 15, they are 11-3 in front of their fans and have not dropped any of their four series there, including one to Oakland this week.
"There's times in the last couple years where you show up to the clubhouse and didn't know if you were going to win or lose," Angels ace Jered Weaver said. "That's never a good feeling. When I was first coming up, it was always a winning mentality, we knew we were going to win that game. We're starting to get that feel back, that winning mentality back."
Speaking of Weaver, don't sell his resurgence short, either. The talented righty only made 24 starts a year ago because of injuries, but is 7-4 with a 3.31 ERA this season.
However, in his last 10 starts, he's reminded everyone of the pitcher who won 20 games just two years ago, as he has allowed more than two earned runs just twice in that span and struck out a season-high nine batters his last time out.
Take a look at the AL. Outside of Oakland - a team the Angels have beaten five straight times, by the way - is there another team out there that scares you?
Now fully healthy for the first time in a long time, there is not a team better set up for the second half than the Angels. And we know they will go out and get a player at the deadline if they need one.
Trout was probably denied at least one MVP the last two years because his team didn't make the playoffs. I have a feeling voters won't be able to use that excuse this time around.


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Which school has the most players in the Free State Craven Week side, and has that school been the best performer in the Free State region?
Grey College have 16 players and they're No 1 on the FNB schools rankings. There are also five players from HTS Louis Botha and one from Hoerskool Sentraal.
How many players from last year will feature in this year's campaign?
We have six – Neethling Fouché [tighthead prop, Grey], Thuso Chalatsi [lock, HTS], Gerrard Olivier [lock, Grey], KK Hlongwane [scrumhalf, HTS] and Rudolph Botha [reserve prop, Grey].
Who will be your key players at Craven Week?
The centre pairing of Jan Serfontein [inside centre, Grey] and Andries 'Dries' Swanepoel [outside centre, Grey].
Who is your captain and why did you give him the responsibility?
Swanepoel, who captains Grey College and is their head boy too. He's got good leadership skills.
What are Free State's strengths?
We have a very good pack of forwards, we're well balanced, we can pass the ball around, and can play some good rugby.
Will you change the team's approach for this year's campaign?
Yes, we will change a little bit, because we have new players in the team.
Which team do you expect to give you a tough time?
The Lions, Pumas and Western Province … they're going to be the teams to beat in this year's tournament, especially WP.
Free State come up against the Pumas in their first match. What threat do they pose?
I saw them play play against Griquas. They're quick with the ball and they have a very good pack of forwards.
Can the current team replicate the performances displayed by last year's winning team?
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Dan Carter has given Aaron Cruden his stamp of approval ahead of the All Blacks' World Cup final meeting with France on Sunday.
A torn groin ligament a month ago ended Carter's tournament, eliciting widespread fear that the Blacks' ambitions of capturing the title would be seriously undermined. Carter's replacement, Colin Slade, then sustained a similar injury, forcing the selectors to send an SOS to Cruden.
The 21-year-old delivered a mature and eye-catching performance against Australia in the semi-final. Carter was liberal in his praise of the youngster. 'I've been really impressed with Aaron. He's been involved with the team all season, he's just slotted in nicely and he's making the most of his opportunity, which is awesome,' Carter said.
Carter continues to work closely with the halfbacks in the squad and reserved plaudits for scrumhalf Piri Weepu, who has been a standout performer at the tournament. Weepu has shouldered more leadership responsibility in Carter's absence, as well as when captain Richie McCaw has been unavailable through injury.
'Piri's really matured and stepped into the leadership role which has been fantastic because there's a lot of young players around, with Aaron (Cruden) coming into the side, and Piri's taken a lot of pressure off him,' he said, before extolling McCaw's value.
'He's [McCaw] been frustrated with injury and not being able to train but I think his leadership and captaincy has grown to a new level this World Cup and that sort of motivation has rubbed off on the guys.'
The Blacks are heavily favoured to beat France, who've lost two pool games and performed poorly in the semi-final, despite having a man advantage for three quarters of the match. However, they are acutely aware of France's capacity for periods of brilliance, having suffered at their hands in this regard more times than they would care to remember.
'They're our arch nemesis at World Cup time and we all know the past that we've had with the French,' Carter said. 'They're such a dangerous side, especially when their backs are against the wall and having a lot of doubters, that's when they step up and they've shown that in 2007 and also in 1999.
'We have to expect the unexpected. The French are the best at doing something to surprise us so the guys realise that we're in for a huge challenge. At World Cups teams come out and have heroic performances.'
Carter pointed to France's loose trio as being their primary threat on attack, but also acknowledged their scrums as a weapon they would have to nullify. He noted that flyhalf Morgan Parra was dangerous when allowed to dictate the flow and tempo of the Test, citing slow ruck ball as a means of diluting his influence.
Carter said being involved with the side daily has helped ease the frustration of of not being able to compete, but added that watching from the stands takes some getting used to. 'It's not too bad during the week, but having to watch the last two games, the weekend's are probably the toughest times for me, when I'm sitting there watching the game I get extremely nervous. I'm not a very good spectator,' he said.
'That's when it's really tough, when I see the guys out on the field because I have a sense of no control. I'm so used to being out there and trying to make a difference on the field. That's probably the toughest time, when I have to sit there and watch them. It's just how passionate I am. I just want the boys to win so badly like the rest of us. Obviously I can't play so I'm going to be their number one supporter.'
Asked about his future beyond the World Cup and if he has another tournament in the tank, the 29-year-old said: 'I've re-signed in New Zealand for four years, so that's where my immediate future is starting next season. To be honest I haven't thought too much about that, I'm just focused on helping this team in whatever way I can and concentrating on my rehab.
'From my experience, four years is a long time and a lot can happen in that time so I don't want to sit here and say I'll still be around for another four years because to be honest I'm not sure.'


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Office of Student ResearchInfectious DiseasesTuberculosisStructural BiologyCenter for RNA Science and Medicine, YaleMolecular Biophysics and Biochemistry: Cell Cycle and Transcriptional Regulation; DNA Replication and Repair; RNA Biology; Structural Biology; Thomas Steitz Lab
BiographyProf. Thomas Steitz received a B.A. degree in chemistry from Lawrence College in Appleton, Wisconsin, and a Ph.D. degree in molecular biology and biochemistry from Harvard, with William Lipscomb. After a postdoctoral year at Harvard, he moved to the Medical Research Council Laboratory of Molecular Biology in Cambridge, England, to work as a Jane Coffin Childs fellow with David Blow. He next joined the Yale faculty, where he has remained, except for sabbatical work with Klaus Weber in Göttingen, Germany; Aaron Klug at Cambridge; John Abelson at the California Institute of Technology; and Thomas Cech and Olke Uhlenbeck at the University of Colorado. He has received the 2009 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, the Pfizer Prize from the American Chemical Society, the Lewis S. Rosenstiel Award for distinguished work in basic medical sciences, the 2001 Newcomb Cleveland Prize from the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the Lawrence University Lucia R. Briggs Distinguished Achievement Award, the 2006 Keio Medical Science Prize, and the 2007 Gairdner International Award. Dr. Steitz is a member of the National Academy of Sciences and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. He was recently elected a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.
- BA, Lawrence College , 1962
- Ph.D., Harvard University , 1966
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- Bailey, S., Wing, R.A., and Steitz, T.A. (2006). The structure of T. aquaticus DNA polymerase III is distinct from eukaryotic replicative DNA polymerases. Cell 126:893-904.
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Covers the private equity and private debt markets that service smaller entrepreneurial firms. Specific topics include: (1) the financial contracting associated with the provision of external finance to a small informationally opaque firm, (2) angel finance and the formal venture capital market, (3) commercial banks and commercial finance companies, and (4) the financial issues associated with a leveraged buyout.
Readings: Entrepreneurial Finance by Janet Kiholm Smith and Richard L. Smith, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2000 (SS Readings packet (RP)
Grading: Grading will consist of a written case (30%), a midterm exam (30%) and a final exam (40%).
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Part I: Financing the Entrepreneurial Firm
An Overview of Entrepreneurial Finance (sessions 1-3)
Topics: the small firm balance sheet
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intermediaries and small firm finance
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Readings: "The Economics of Financial Contracting" by W. Silber and G. Udell (RP)
Ch 1,2, 14 (SS)
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An Overview of the Private Equity Market (sessions 4,5)
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the U.S. regulatory environment
the private equity market in the U.K., Continental Europe and Asia
market structure
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the new venture firm: the business plan
Readings: "The Economics of the Private Equity Market" by G. Fenn, N. Liang and S. Prowse (RP)
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Topics: negotiating a new loan
understanding the loan officer's perspective
negotiating in the context of borrower distress
the importance of the lending environment
Readings: Transportation Displays Incorporated case (RP)
Part IV: The Entrepreneurial Alternative: Buying Your Own Firm
Financing Small Firm Leveraged Buyouts Using the Private Debt and Equity Markets (session 26-28)
Topics: the role and nature of mezzanine finance
the use of asset based lending in LBOs
deal structure
Readings: XYZ Co. case (to written by G. Udell) (RP)


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The Recreation and Wellness Center is a state-of-the-art
facility that features the latest in fitness equipment and
engaging group exercise classes. The Recreation and
Wellness Facility encompasses an indoor track that graces
a 4 full-court basketball gymnasium, exercise studio, and
Natatorium. The Rec also encourages use of the Fitness
Center, where members have access to an array of cardio
and muscle building equipment.
This wonderful facility continues in Texas Southern
University's tradition of Excellence in Achievement. The
Recreation and Wellness Center doors open a world of
health and wellness to the students, faculty and
staff. Alumni, and Community of Texas Southern