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It's officially spring! If you're anything like us, you're eager to trade in your snow shovel for a garden shovel. But pet parents should note that while gardens and yards are great spots for relaxation on a spring day, many of our favorite spring flowers and planets may be toxic to our cat and dog companions. This year, whether you're getting ready to plant your garden or you're just looking to add a little bit of green to your home, be wary of these popular but poisonous plants so you'll keep your pets happy and healthy this season.
Steer Clear of Lilies and Oleander. Lilies may look pretty, but they are considered especially toxic to cats. Even ingestions of very small amounts can cause severe kidney damage in our furry friends. Oleander can cause serious health problems including gastrointestinal tract irritation, abnormal heart function, hypothermia and even death.
Be Careful with Tulips. These popular spring bulb plants add much to our gardens, but can cause significant stomach problems when ingested by our pets. The bulb portion contains toxins that can cause intense gastrointestinal irritation, drooling, loss of appetite, depression of the central nervous system, convulsions and even cardiac abnormalities.
Say No to Azalea and Rhododendron. These favorites contain substances known as grayantoxins, which can produce vomiting, drooling, diarrhea, weakness and depression of the central nervous system in our furry friends. Severe azalea poisoning could ultimately lead to coma and even death.
Avoid Sago Palm. All parts of this common house plant are considered poisonous, but the seeds or "nuts" contain a large amount of toxin. Even ingestion of just one or two seeds can result in very serious effects including vomiting, diarrhea, seizures and liver failure.
Pass on the Cocoa Mulch. Popular for its attractive odor and color, cocoa mulch attracts dogs with its sweet smell—and like chocolate, it can cause problems for our canine friends. Depending on the amount, ingestion of cocoa mulch can cause a range of clinical signs from vomiting and diarrhea to muscle tremors, elevated heart rate, hyperactivity and even seizures. Consider using a less-toxic alternative such as shredded pine, cedar or hemlock bark.
If your pet likes to stop and smell the flowers, it's important to not leave him or her unsupervised where these plants may be present. Want more information or have greenery in your home or garden that you're not sure is toxic or not? Please visit our full list of toxic and non-toxic plants.
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We are happy to report two significant state-level wins for horses in the past few days that will ensure horses have more options to protect them from slaughter:
- Nevada Finalizes Wild Horse Agreement With Wild Horse Protection Group: Return to Freedom, the founding organization of the American Wild Horse Preservation Campaign (AWHPC), and the Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA) reached an agreement to humanely manage more than 1,500 horses in the Virginia Range, which encompasses more than 280,000 acres. This precedent-setting agreement launches the largest-ever private-public partnership to manage horses while improving public safety and benefiting Nevada taxpayers.
- Kentucky Gov. Signs Bill to Assist Stray Horses: Governor Steve Beshear enacted a measure to reduce the hold period for stray horses from 90 days to 15 days to enable the rescue and care of those horses. By shortening the amount of time a horse must be held before being re-homed, costs for local officials are significantly reduced and will enable a great deal more rescue work for horses in need. Prior to the enactment of H.B. 312, which takes effect on June 24, 2015, Kentucky had the second-longest hold period in the country at 90 days. This new law brings Kentucky more in line with bordering states that all have 10-day hold periods.
The ASPCA stepped in to provide grants for diversionary feeding, fencing and other management tools and we worked to help enact these reforms knowing these victories will pave the way for further assistance from local and national organizations. Importantly, these horses now have more options, which will help keep them off the auction block and out of slaughter plants.
As part of the ASPCA's goal to end the slaughter of American horses, we work to pass legislation that protects horses from this predatory industry, including pushing for a full federal ban on horse slaughter. We also work to provide options for at-risk horses through grant-making, education and equine programs that support the horse-rescue community, offering more than $1.1 million in equine grants in 2014 alone.
It's amazing what a difference the perfect home can make. Sometimes, animals who seem fearful or reserved will blossom into social, friendly pets just by landing in the right environment. In the case of a five-year-old Dalmatian named Hazel, the perfect home was all it took to let her personality shine. Here's her Happy Tail.
The ASPCA rescued Hazel from cruelty in 2010. She was just a puppy at the time and it didn't take long for her to find a home. We celebrated Hazel's adoption and then returned our focus to the hundreds of dogs still under our care. A year went by, then another and another, until all of a sudden we got a phone call from her adopter in May 2013. Hazel wasn't doing well.
Although the spotted pup's adopters loved Hazel, she just wasn't thriving in their home. She had put on a lot of weight and was showing signs of aggression. In addition, she was suffering from a leg injury that left her limping and uncomfortable. With a heavy heart, the adopters acknowledged that they couldn't care for a dog of her size and needs, so they made the decision to do what they thought was best for Hazel: they returned her to the ASPCA.
It had been three years since we had seen Hazel, and when she arrived, she wasn't in great shape. Her leg injury had made exercise difficult, and as a result, she became morbidly obese at 86-lbs. She was also reactive to other dogs and fearful of strange objects. We knew that it would take some time to help Hazel get ready for adoption again.
Over the next year and a half, Hazel received surgery, including the insertion of a metal plate and screws to repair a torn ligament in her knee, and was put on a strict weight-loss diet and socialization routine. When she was finally ready for adoption in February 2014, we hoped that the process would be as easy as it had been the first time around, but we weren't quite so lucky. Nine months went by before Samantha F. and her boyfriend, Paul, stepped through our doors.
Samantha and Paul both had dogs growing up, so when they moved into a big apartment they decided it was finally time to adopt a pet of their own. They met Hazel on their first trip to the ASPCA Adoption Center, and they were instantly intrigued by the beautiful pooch. We filled them in on her history and had a frank conversation about her medical and emotional needs, but the couple was undeterred.
"I could immediately tell that she was the perfect dog for us," Samantha recalls. "We fell in love with her story and couldn't imagine leaving her in her kennel for another day." With no hesitation, they adopted Hazel and brought her home to their Queens, New York, apartment. Samantha adds, "With everything she's been through, she deserved a second chance at life."
And what a difference that second chance has made. Within a few weeks, the Hazel we had known—fearful, wary, overweight—had all but disappeared under Samantha and Paul's care. When we asked for an update, Samantha gushed, "Hazel transformed and exceeded our expectations! Through her time at home, she has been weaned off of all pain and anxiety medication. Her behavioral evaluation said she would never be a 'dog-park dog,' but now she loves going and is extremely social and friendly with the other dogs there. Even strangers fall in love with her, too."
The ASPCA staff is overjoyed to hear of Hazel's success. She is proof that there's just no substitute for the perfect home—and that every animal deserves a chance to shine. Samantha says, "We feel extremely blessed to have Hazel," but we know that for this Dalmatian, Samantha and Paul's home was "just the spot."
We think people who report animal abuse should be applauded, not prosecuted. But in states across the country, "ag-gag" bills have been introduced to criminalize the exposure of illegal, unethical and dangerous activities taking place on industrial farms.
If people can't speak out about what they see in factory farms, horrific animal abuse, food safety problems, and environmental and human rights violations may go undiscovered and uncorrected. Some of these laws can even shield puppy mill operators from prosecution!
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Welcome to The Paw Print! In this new recurring feature, we'll be highlighting the latest news affecting animals and animal-lovers around the country. Here are some of the top stories right now:
Pet-Sized Oxygen Masks Saved Cats' Lives After House Fire: After an Oregon family's home caught fire, first responders found their cats unconscious inside. Using oxygen masks designed for pets, fire fighters were able to resuscitate the feline pair. Project Breathe, a campaign in support of equipping fire departments with small masks, reports that an estimated 40,000 to 150,000 pets die each year in fires, primarily due to smoke inhalation.
Michigan State House Considers Bill Implementing Online Registry for Animal Abusers: Animal advocates within the Michigan state legislature hope to pass a bill, known as Logan's Law, which would prevent convicted animal abusers from acquiring another pet for five years. The law would also require animal shelters to check potential adopters against a Michigan State Police database. Rep. Paul Muxlow, who introduced the bill, said he hopes the legislation would set a precedent for other states. Do you think an online registry for animal abusers would be beneficial in your state?
Tampa Police Make Arrests in Pit Bull Mix Cruelty Case: Two teens have been arrested on counts of aggravated animal cruelty and armed trespassing after allegedly shooting a dog, named Cabela, and tying her to railroad tracks. Police later discovered Cabela after receiving reports of gunshots in the area, and rushed her to an emergency veterinary center. She is recovering, and will be rehabilitated over the next several weeks.
North Carolina Wild Red Wolves Face Potential Removal: After leaving the region for decades, wild red wolves returned to North Carolina during a 28-year federal red wolf reintroduction effort. Now, 75-100 red wolves in Eastern North Carolina are facing removal again, due to a request from North Carolina's Wildlife Resources Commission. The commission's executive director said the federal government "failed to create a self-sustaining population," and that the animals are ruining private land. What do you think the state should do?


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The Vor Game is a science fiction novel by Lois McMaster Bujold, first published in September 1990. It won the 1991 Hugo Award for Best Novel. The Vor Game is a part of the Vorkosigan Saga, and is the sixth full-length novel in publication order. It was included in the 1997 omnibus Young Miles.
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Miles Vorkosigan graduates from the Academy, and is upset to learn he is being sent to replace the weather officer at the Empire's winter infantry training base on remote Kyril Island, to see if he can handle the discipline and military routine. Miles refuses to obey what he deems a criminal order by the base commander, who has him arrested for mutiny, and as he is Vor, treason. He is quickly returned to the capital and sequestered in the bowels of Imperial Security (ImpSec) by Simon Illyan, who, along with his father, conclude that Miles had behaved correctly, but that they have larger problems than insubordinate Vorlings.
Young Emperor Gregor has disappeared while on a diplomatic mission to Komarr. Miles, traveling to the Hegen Hub on an unrelated mission for ImpSec, is framed for murder and arrested. While in custody, he is startled to find Gregor, who tells him that he ran away from the embassy on Komarr, but was then shanghaied as a technician by an unscrupulous ship owner. Miles complicates matters in an attempt to extricate Gregor, and is soon up to his neck in a mysterious plot involving an amoral femme fatale, his murderous former Kyril Island commanding officer, and Hub power politics. Miles encounters his mercenary friends and, after outmaneuvering their leaders, resumes command under his Admiral Naismith persona. He is able to rescue Gregor, and as a bonus, unify the Hegen Hub in repelling a Cetagandan invasion fleet, with a little timely help from a Barrayaran fleet co-commanded by his father and Emperor Gregor.
Gregor and ImpSec decide to put the Dendarii on permanent secret retainer for covert missions, with Miles officially installed as liaison.
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The first several chapters of The Vor Game (chapter 1 through part of chapter 6) were originally published in a slightly different form as a novella entitled "The Weatherman" in the February 1990 issue of Analog magazine.[1] The story covers Miles's assignment to Kyril Island through his arrest and the beginning of his detention at ImpSec.
The Vor Game won the Hugo Award for Best Novel in 1991.[2] It also received a nomination for a Locus Award that same year.[3]
- ^ Bujold, Lois McMaster (1990). The Vor Game. Riverdale, New York: Baen Books. Copyright page. ISBN 978-0-671-72014-8.
- ^ "Brains Over Brawn Wins Hugo Award". Sarasota Herald-Tribune. September 3, 1991. p. 2A. Retrieved March 29, 2010.
- ^ "1991 Award Winners & Nominees". Worlds Without End. Retrieved 2009-07-11.


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Should a journalist writing about problems offer solutions too?
It is always encouraging to receive comments from readers of my Cambridge Letters. Sometimes it is not only encouraging but challenging. This was certainly true of comments made by two readers recently, who each made the point that if I write about problems I ought to suggest solutions as well as simply presenting and discussing the problem.
My immediate reaction was to be sympathetic to their comments. I readily agree that just setting out and discussing a problem can easily appear unconstructive. The more I thought about it, however, the more I felt that the whole business raised other problems.
Here is one. A writer may, surely, raise legitimate questions about something without necessarily being an expert on it. In these circumstances, the questions may be acceptable, but producing detailed answers might well have little or no value. In that case, should the reaction be not to raise the questions?
Another issue is the matter not just of knowledge but of authority. As a writer I may — often do — express opinions on political matters, for example. If I follow that by coming up with political solutions, I may surely be justly criticised for arrogating to myself a position that should properly belong to someone to whom political decision making has been allocated. I am not, after all, an elected politician.
In circumstances like this, it is all too easy for a writer to become self-important and arrogant. I can think of plenty of examples of commentators in the United Kingdom media who could justly be accused of that — though as a simple matter of courtesy, I am not going to identify them.
The challenge is certainly greater for someone who writes opinion pieces — that is to say, a columnist — than for a journalist who is reporting news.
On the face of it, that role is more straightforward (though not less difficult). It is to let one's readers know what has been said or done, full stop. Most journalists, I believe, would agree that it is certainly not to embellish a report with one's own opinions. Even that, however, is not always as straightforward as it seems.
Sometimes — quite often — a report that simply sets out what has been said or done will not provide the reader with meaningful information, unless there is an element of commentary.
I will give an example from my own experience from many years ago. I was reporting on the pre-independence election in Kenya in 1963. The two main parties fighting it had radically different views. The problem for my largely English readers — whose knowledge of the Kenya political scene was limited, to put it kindly — was that these two parties were KANU and KADU. It would have been possible to produce a totally accurate report by simply setting out what the two parties were saying. It would, however, have been far from enlightening. It was, I believe — and other journalists shared that belief — essential when referring to the two parties to give some indication of what their policies were. In short, it was necessary to include some commentary.
That, of course, was not the same as providing answers as well as questions. It was not about providing one's own solutions to the political problems. It was, however, I would argue, quite a good reminder that the balance between explanation and elaboration, and providing a solution, can be quite difficult.
The readers who felt that I ought to have suggested solutions as well as setting out problems may well argue that in what I have written here I am, once again, dodging the issue. I cannot fail to have some sympathy with that view.
Nevertheless, I return to the point I made near the beginning of this article: I think I can reasonably argue that I am qualified to ask questions. I am probably far less qualified to provide authoritative answers. Should that discourage me from asking the questions?
My answer to that is that it should not, but of course I must readily admit that I am not fully objective in the matter. My critics will doubtless remain unsatisfied and will continue to argue that I should provide solutions as well as posing questions.
My position could perhaps be attributed to modesty — but if forced into a corner I shall have to admit that my friends would describe it as strictly qualified modesty.
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SALT LAKE CITY — The busy holiday travel season is just around the corner, and a new report might have passengers leaving some of their expensive gadgets at home.
The TSA said from 2003 to August 2012, 381 employees were fired for theft nationwide, including 10 at Salt Lake International Airport. That places Salt Lake airport 12th on the dubious airport list of most TSA employees fired for theft.
"TSA holds its employees to the highest ethical standards and expects all TSA employees to conduct themselves with integrity and professionalism. TSA has zero tolerance for misconduct in the workplace and takes appropriate action when allegations are substantiated," the agency said in a statement.
Those numbers include not just theft from passengers, but also workers stealing from other employees. The number of employees fired is less than 0.5 percent of the total agency workforce, the report noted.
A report by ABC News found 16 of the top 20 airports for theft are also some of the most-traveled airports. Topping the list is Miami International Airport, where 29 employees were fired, followed by JFK International Airport in New York City, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas.
Andy Thompson of Delta Air Lines said getting through security at Salt Lake City International Airport can be frustrating at times, and news that nearly 400 employees have been fired for theft nationwide made him less trusting of the TSA agents.
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So as we all know, Taylor Kitsch is playing him in the new Wolverine film. For better or worse, he'll be on screen for all of about two minutes. Anyway, I digress. I've been wanting to read his "Origin" story from the comics and I was wondering if you guys could point me in the right direction? I've "read" the origin story on various fansites, the marvel site and the wiki site. I'm after the actual comic(s) that explains/shows his origins. Can you guys help me out?
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Author: chautemoc
Date: Aug 07, 12 at 6:52am (PST)
Subject: Diablo 3 Battle.net profiles are live
Author: tekmosis
Date: Aug 07, 12 at 9:38am (PST)
Subject: re: Diablo 3 Battle.net profiles are live
Unfortunately they're a bit too late with this, and this alone wont save D3. They need to focus on what the community is asking them for. There's still things that have been a problem since the first month it released that still haven't been addressed, and people are getting sick of it.
Sorry Blizz, Bnet profiles wont do it for me. I'm not even remotely interested in checking it out :\
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Date: Nov 30, 12 at 10:38am (PST)
Subject: re: Diablo 3 Battle.net profiles are live
LOL @ u.
BNET profiles who cares.
The gold market in game is good though I recommend playing Diablo 3 if u want to try to earn money while playing a video game. Not many video games allow this.
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Could Power Dentistry Equipment Cause Harm?
January 28, 2003
The use of power equipment in the field of equine dentistry has been a great aid to equine practitioners. One advantage is that it lets the practitioner complete major dental corrections before sedation wears off. However, could these power tools be ... Read More
Surgical Removal of Bone Spurs Caused by Bit Damage
January 21, 2003
If your horse is tossing his head or hanging his tongue out while being ridden, going "behind the vertical," or bearing into the bit, then bone spurs might be the reason. Bone spurs are inflammations of the membrane of fibrous connective tissue... Read More
A Look at Dental Radiology
January 15, 2003
Easley discussed how open-mouth radiographs can be invaluable tools for the equine practitioner in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of dental abnormalities. He believes that radiology has not been used enough in the field by practitioners.... Read More
Lenz to Lead AAEP in 2003
January 15, 2003
Thomas R. Lenz, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACT, has been installed as the 49th president of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP), the world's largest association of equine veterinarians. Lenz took office Dec. 7, 2002, during the... Read More
AAEP Convention Attracts Record Crowd
January 15, 2003
Over 5,200 veterinary professionals, guests and exhibitors attended the American Association of Equine Practitioners' (AAEP) 48th Annual Convention in Orlando, Fla., setting a new attendance record for the meeting. The convention, held Dec. 4-8,... Read More
AAEP 2002: Prevention of EPM
January 14, 2003
"Why should we be concerned about EPM (equine protozoal myeloencephalitis)?" asked William J.A. Saville, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM, PhD, of The Ohio State University (OSU) at the 2002 American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) convention.... Read More
Enterocolitis and the Effectiveness of Bio-Sponge (AAEP 2002)
January 13, 2003
Enterocolitis (inflammation of the small intestine and colon) caused by the bacteriums Clostridium difficile and Clostridium perfringens is a common problem for both adult horses and foals.... Read More
AAEP 2002: Injecting the Sacroiliac Joint
January 13, 2003
Acute and chronic disease (especially osteoarthritis) of the sacroiliac joint(s) is not uncommon in competition horses and racehorses, affecting up to 8% of Standardbreds in training and 15% of competition horses (particularly hunters, jumpers,... Read More
Prepping for Standing Eye Surgery (AAEP 2002)
January 08, 2003
"However, there are challenges with standing ocular (eye) surgery--you generally need magnification, and thus the horse must be perfectly still," he continued. "Many (eye) procedures thus require general anesthesia. But with appropriate tranquilizati... Read More
AAEP 2002: Possible Environmental Sources of Drug Positives
January 07, 2003
As post-performance drug testing methods become more sensitive, racehorse and show horse owners, veterinarians, handlers, and trainers have become more aware that positive drug tests could be the result of inadvertent contamination of the horse... Read More
Importance of Antimicrobial Resistance
January 07, 2003
The introduction of antimicrobial drugs to veterinary medicine has made a dramatic improvement in the health of our horses, but it's alarming when infections do not respond to these drugs. "It is not a new phenomenon, but there has been... Read More
AAEP 2002: Thyroid Function in Horses with Peripheral Cushing's Syndrome
January 07, 2003
Peripheral Cushing's syndrome (PCS) is seen in middle-aged horses with obesity-associated laminitis. These horses tend to accumulate fat in the crest of the neck, over the rump, and in the sheath of male horses. Researchers are trying to... Read More
Hock Lameness: A Joint Nutraceutical's Effect (AAEP 2002)
January 03, 2003
The study looked at the effects of a joint supplement (Corta-Flx) on gait asymmetry caused by degenerative joint disease (DJD) of the distal intertarsal and/or tarsometatarsal joints of one or both hocks.... Read More
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January 02, 2003
Horse racing has far more stringent medication regulations than most other equine disciplines, and this was reflected in the Racehorse Medications Table Topic discussion at the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) convention on... Read More
AAEP 2002 Radiology Panel
December 27, 2002
The radiology panel discussion at the 2002 American Association of Equine Practitioners Convention on Dec. 7 included presentation of 10 case histories, clinical presentations, and radiographs, with one of four panel members selected to evaluate... Read More
Antimicrobials and Antimicrobial Resistance
December 20, 2002
When a prescribed medication doesn't work as it should, one cause could be antimicrobial (antibiotic) resistance. Is the widespread use of antibiotics selecting for stronger and stronger pathogens that can resist the drugs we use to fight them?... Read More
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December 19, 2002
With more and more horses reaching geriatric status (over 20 years of age), it's important to understand how their nutritional needs might change. Diets should be adjusted if necessary to help old-timers live long and healthy lives. David Pugh,... Read More
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With West Nile virus (WNV) marching across the United States and affecting both horses and humans, infectious disease prevention has been a hot topic in barns, the media, veterinary clinics, and elsewhere. During the Infectious Disease forum,... Read More
Juvenile Bowed Tendons and Racing Prognosis
December 17, 2002
"Juvenile bowed tendons, or 'baby bows,' are not uncommon in yearlings and weanlings," said Johanna Reimer, VMD, Dipl. ACVIM, Dipl. ACVC (cardiology), of the Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, Ky., at the 2002 American Association of... Read More
Purchase Exams Table Topic
December 17, 2002
Purchase examinations are a big bone of contention in many equine sale situations--not so much over the necessity of them, but over what exactly needs to be evaluated and how to interpret the results. Rick Mitchell, DVM, of Fairfield Equine... Read More
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December 12, 2002
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December 11, 2002
"Never use only clinical assessment to estimate the progress of a laminitic horse," began Ric Redden, DVM, moderator of the laminitis Sunrise Session on Dec. 7 and founder of the International Equine Podiatry Center in Versailles, Ky. "X rays an... Read More
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December 11, 2002
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Fast Break: Depleted Celtics no match for Mavs
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The Celtics came into Monday's game with the Mavericks having lost three straight and five of six. It was also the second night of a back-to-back on the road and the next one of those they win will be the first.
Brandon Bass is out with knee problems. Kevin Garnett is away from the team and dealing with a family issue, and to top off the impending disaster, Rajon Rondo was suspended two games by the NBA after he threw the ball at referee Sean Wright in Sunday's game.
In an utterly unsurprising result, they got blasted, 89-73. Give the Celtics who did play some credit. It could have been much worse.
— Without Garnett in the lineup, the Celtics had no one who could guard Dirk Nowitzki. Not surprisingly, the Mavericks took full advantage, not only running their offense through Nowitzki, but also getting Chris Wilcox into quick foul trouble, forcing the Celtics to use Mickael Pietrus on the All-Star.
— Rondo's going to take some criticism for his suspension and all of it is justified. With his team falling apart, he simply can't afford to let his emotions get away from him like they did on Sunday. It wasn't the first time he's whipped a ball at an official after a call he didn't like and the NBA came down hard with a two-game suspension. Rondo is 25 years old. He's a six-year pro and a two-time All-Star. This isn't about growing up or maturity. It's about keeping your composure when your team needs you and Rondo messed up. Simple as that.
— Just for kicks, Jermaine O'Neal sprained his wrist and didn't return to the game. Ditto for Wilcox who strained an abductor muscle. At one point, the Celtics had Marquis Daniels and Pietrus at forward with Keyon Dooling and Ray Allen in the backcourt and Greg Stiemsma at center. That was one of the more conventional lineups the Celtics used in the second half.
— Avery Bradley played 33 minutes and scored 12 points on 6-for-11 shooting with four rebounds, two assists and just one turnover. He played about as well as could be expected.
— Thanks to a late barrage of 3-pointers from the small-ball lineup, the Celtics were able to avoid a season-low in points. The Phoenix game lives on for another night.
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As Cash Bonuses Decline is Total Compensation Reduced
March 4, 2011
Wall Street firms cash bonuses (includes cash incentives) have swiftly declined since 2006 as reported by NYC Comptroller, Tom DiNapoli, over past few years through press releases:
Although cash bonuses have declined, does this suggest total compensation is reduced or rather "slices of the total compensation pie" are being recalibrated. In response to criticism that Wall Street firms were overemphasizing short-term results by paying out large cash sums over a 12-month measurement period, many firms have gone ahead and recalibrated short-term cash compensation elements to long-term compensation vehicles like ISOs, RSA and Deferred Plans. On 01/20/11 Morgan Stanley reported the average for all employees' deferred pay rose to 60 percent from 40 percent in 2009. Changing pay practices that have evolved over the past 25 years in a matter of 2-3 years is not for the "faint hearted". The chart below shows bonuses increased 10 fold during this 25 year period for Wall Street firms.
Meanwhile feedback from across the Atlantic in the UK suggests that Big Bank employees feel such changes are "takeaways" and may end up costing the firms more in the long run as Megan Murphy from the Financial Times reports:… a study by PwC, the professional services firm, and the London School of Economics suggests that the longer employees are made to wait for pay, the less it is worth to them. Asked whether they would prefer a 75 per cent chance of receiving £250,000 immediately, or a 75 per cent chance of receiving £400,000 in three years' time, more than half the 100 executives surveyed chose the smaller sum.
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Mathematical Contest in Modeling
The Mathematical Contest in Modeling (MCM) is a multi-day mathematics competition held annually in USA, during the first or second weekend in February, since 1985 by COMAP and sponsored by SIAM, the NSA, and INFORMS. It is distinguished from other major mathematical competitions such as Putnam by its strong focus on research, originality, teamwork, communication and justification of results. It runs concurrently with the Interdisciplinary Contest in Modeling (ICM).
At the beginning of the contest, teams have a choice between two problems. Problem A involves a system that requires the use of continuous mathematics, and thus often involves concepts from geometry, physics, or engineering. Problem B involves a system that requires the use of discrete mathematics. There is also a Problem C, which is open to ICM teams only. The problems tend to be open-ended, and are drawn from all fields of science, business, and public policy. Past problems include
- Estimate the global effects of a large asteroid impacting Antarctica (1999 A)
- Study the hunting strategies of velociraptor dinosaurs based on fossil data (1997 A)
- Develop a more efficient method of boarding passengers onto large commercial jets (2007 B)
Teams have 96 hours to research and submit their solutions in the form of a research paper. During this time, they may consult any available references, but may not discuss their problem with anyone outside their teams. Several guides containing advice and recommendations for teams and/or advisors have been published online or in print.[1][2][3]
Participation and Awards[edit]
Around one thousand international teams of three undergraduates compete to produce original mathematical papers in response to one of two modeling problems. Initially, participation was largely from the United States, however in recent years international participation has grown significantly, particularly from the People's Republic of China, so that in 2007 teams from the United States comprised only 24% of total participation. In 2014, the percentage of teams from the People's Republic of China reached a record high of 92.9%.
After the competition, all papers are judged and placed into the following categories:
- Unsuccessful Participant
- Successful Participant (approximately 40% of teams)
- Honorable Mention (approximately 25% of teams)
- Meritorious Winner (usually 10 to 15% of teams)
- Finalist (approximately 1% of teams)
- Outstanding Winner (less than .5% of teams)
Until 2009, Outstanding Winner papers were published in The UMAP Journal.
See also[edit]
- ^ http://www.carroll.edu/~kcline/mcm.pdf
- ^ http://amath.colorado.edu/uploads/event_docs/mcm_guide.pdf
- ^ http://www.carroll.edu/~kcline/FOCUSMCMICM.pdf Published in MAA FOCUS vol 26 #6, August/September 2006, pp.22-23


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Just didn't have enough fuel range on my little R-squared to pull it off this time around. And the KLR stator is just too stinking small to run ANY of my heated gear.
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Joined: May 2008
Location: La Selva Beach, CA.
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Sounds like winter/ early spring is the best time of the year to be riding
down that way even though it's cold. I'd imagine it must be like an inferno
out in those hills late spring into summer.
Loco, pero no estúpido!
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Location: Puerto Rico, U.S.A.
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You rock! Great report and awesome pictures! Its on my list too!
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From Puerto Rico to Georgia and beyond...
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Day 8
The snow continued to fall overnight.... 3 inches in all, I'm told. But the biggest problem was the solid sheet of ice covering the ground.
That kind of put the brakes on my travel plans today. Wasn't hardly any traffic moving in these parts. First time in my life, I'm stranded on my bike! Snowed in....in South Texas on the 4th day of December, 2009. Who'd ever thunk it? In fact, this is even worse than the conditions we faced on that famous Winter Dualsport Ride in the Kiamichi Mtns of Oklahoma last year....when Monty schemes up this brilliant idea!
Oh well....time to chill (I mean bake) in the motel room for a day. No problemo, I've got resources for just such an unexpected event:
A good book and a fresh bag of crispy Cheetos....just to make Monty Jealous! Lots of free room coffee too.
After a bit, I decide to gear up and go exploring. Discovered an Ihop about a 1/3 mile behind the motel....so I go have breakfast there. Along the way, I see some things that amaze me. Something I'll likely NEVER see in my lifetime again. And here they are:
Fresh bloomed Roses and Daisies in SNOW.
Found some more cactus too...
My feet stayed warm and comfortable on the long hike because of these:
Well that and some really good socks. These are Sidi Discovery Rain boots. BigDog had recommended them in one of his recent RR's. I've always used my leather Garne Trials Boots for dualsporting. Love em! But, have felt the need for something a bit more protective at the higher speeds we DS ride. Can't say enough good things about these boots. They were brand spanking new 5 days before my departure. I was worried about the lack of "break in" time. But that was never an issue. They were comfortable from the git-go. Completely waterproof, and broke-in extremely fast. I've never worn a stiffer riding boot (like this) that was so comfortable to walk in. These are EVERYTHING BigDog claimed....and then some. Worth every pretty cent of the $320 purchase price. Probably last half of forever.
Found a nice Movie Theater by the Ihop. "Twilight, New Moon" is the only thing playing. Decide I'll go see what all the hub-bub is about.....I never get out to the movies. I watch the first showing at 3:30pm. Kind of slow and boring....I don't "get it". Guess I'll stick to making and reading RR's. It helps grow my pie a little larger.
The sky is clear, but I can't go. I would only ride into the storm. This is the same storm that covers most of Texas and hits Houston with the earliest snow storm ever recorded in Houston, Texas history. It was all the News across the USA. Never happened like this before through these parts. Figures.....just like that old song: "if it weren't for bad luck, I'd have no luck at all..."
I can't handle another night in a soft motel bed. Fear its making me soft all over. That's bad....as I've still got about 750 miles to cover to get back to Rancho Highfive. Then, I get an idea.....an awfully goooood idea:
Problem solved! I'm back in business....camping again.
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Funny Stuff
Your killin' me---what could possibly happen next
I'm not sure really what the phrase "Endeavor to Per-ser-veer" means (hell I can't spell that).
But I think it applies to you HF.
And Indian in "The Outlaw Josey Wales" said that-------sounded impressive as hell !!!!
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Joined: Jun 2009
Location: N.C.
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yep a bed will make you soft
look like you had a great RR
My wife says that I have lost my marbles.
Don't tell me the skies the limit when there are footprints on the moon.
Have you seen my marbles?
you can't be lost if you still have half a tank
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Wandering around
Joined: Aug 2004
Location: St. Bethlehem, Tennessee
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Really great RR and Pics too...
I'm heading down that way to explore BBNSP myself in February '10. Taking both my Versys and '83 XL250R Honda[with 4 gal tank]....since retired; nothing but time on my hands to Vagabond and BoonDock. My start location will be in Grove, OK.
I'm retired. Go around me.
2008 Kawasaki Versys
2009 Suzuki DRZ400S
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Deeper snow and COLDER weather... Hhhhmmmm.....glad I'm going to only READ about that one, after what I've been experiencing here. Well, let's wrap it up and get me home then!
Day 9:
I shouldn't have....but I did. I dug that Temp Gauge out of my tank bag just to see if I had already gotten as soft as I was thinking I had. Shucks! It really is as cold as I think it is: 21 degrees F. But the sky looks clear enough, so I mount my shivering Pig at 8:00 am and head North.
Rancho Highfive or Bust! I can make it....I can make....I can....I.....I got to pull over and stop. Quadruple Ho-chi-momma, I'm freezing! I don't think I've ever had a "Quadruple" before. I made it all of 30 miles to Rankin, TX before stopping at the convenience store. Admittedly, the very first town & store I passed through. This could be another loooooong day.
I thaw out with some more lousy gas station coffee, but in the presence of this fine crew:
This here is the one & only bona-fide Biker Gang of Rankin, TX. They be the grand total of the local Goldwing Chapter of the GWRRA. One's got an '82 model, another an '85 model, and the oldest of the bunch has the youngster at '91. I know they're in their 70's, but Looks can be deceiving. These boys completed a 6,000+ mile adventure over 16 days all the way up into Canada just last summer. Let that be an inspiration to you all.
But after seeing me come in this morning, they've decided they aren't nothing but little 'ol School Girls (that's a quote). One who's lived here 34 years in Rankin, said he's NEVER seen it this cold and NEVER seen it snow in December and NEVER seen this much snow at once. And I start singing...."if it weren't for bad luck, I'd have no luck at all..." Funniest part is they all join in with me on the 2nd chorus, and have a good laugh about the good ol days of "Hee Haw" the TV show where that came from.
Its really hard to bid farewell to this fine bunch. I honestly didn't want to leave. Not because of the fine fellowship, mind you. It was the darn COLD. My Temp Gauge now read 18 degrees. I decided to put it back into my bag....for good.
40 miles and a stop at a fine Texas Saloon:
50 miles and I'm sick & tired of Wind Farms....especially on top of pretty hills:
These things are really littering up the country side down in these parts. I don't EVER want to hear an environmentalist tell me how Motorcycles damage the beauty of our environment again. This windmill stuff is an atrocity to the scenery. Put them where its flat as a pancake and ugly as sin. Not all over the pretty views on the horizon.
60 miles more, and conditions have improved enough that I can keep the throttle twisted. Man....Texas is a big state to cross!
Somewhere near Big Spring, I come cruising around a corner at 75 mph and nearly smack an Ostrich. That's right.... a freaking OSTRICH!
Here's his buddy....the one that "didn't get away"....wondering where his friend has run off to in such a hurry.
For a minute, I had to clear my head. I seriously start thinking the cold had gotten to me, and I took a wrong turn....in a bad way.....somewhere.
This is the last photo I got to snap. My camera went dead.
I hit Wichita Falls, TX about 4:30 pm and was thinking I can make it home...just 5 hours further. By the time I hit Ardmore, OK it was pitch dark, sleeting, & I'm guessing (not looking)....just guessing the Temp is south of freezing again. After one of those epic self-talk arguments, I finally admit to myself, "I can't make it". The cold had won....beat me into submission.
So, I turn North and head up I-35 (the only Super Slab of my ride home), heading for Norman, OK. Its an hour ride more, but my Father-in-law lives there. But, much more importantly, and my sole inspiration to make it my new destination....is Jo's Pizza in Purcell, OK. I can ride through anything to eat at Jo's Pizza!
Enjoyed a fine dinner why lots of patrons looked at me with amusement wondering what kind of CRAZY IDIOT is out riding a motorcycle in these kind of conditions. Of course, I play it cool.....JO COOL....naturally.
Make it to the In-Laws, in time to watch the referees steal the game from Nebraska and hand it back to Texas. Honestly, I wasn't too fond of Texas weather at the moment, so I was pulling for NB. Just sayin.
Day 10
A wonderful ride home today! Really!! Nice freezing rain all the way. Not that I should expect anything better. I'm actually used to it by now. Pulled into the drive at 2:30 pm, Sunday, Dec 6th. She's back in the stable:
2,368 miles this trip:
Brand new set of D606's just 10 days ago:
Now, I'll be putting a new sticker on my KLR. This one has been well earned:
Pig is gonna wear it with pride! Its a big decal....bigger than I'd prefer. But that's a BIG Ranch, so I accept that.
This trip has changed me. Its redefined some boundaries in my perspective on the passing scene.
I've decided that I'm going to stop measuring my life by the number of breaths I take, and simply begin counting the moments that take my breath away!
The End. I hope you enjoyed the ride!
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HighFive screwed with this post 12-14-2009 at 07:56 PM
F**king ssssssh!
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Location: Fellsmere, FL
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Awesome, just awesome!!!!
A turtle among snails. Wheeeeeeee!
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Location: Mt. Vernon, Illinois
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What a tale
It's all clear to me now.
You 2 guys were going to put this old dog out of his misery on this ride weren't you. And you may have very well accomplished just that.
You had me freezin' here in my computer chair---had to get my fuzzy slippers and my blanky
Hard to type with gloves on !!!
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Location: Middle Tennessee
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I was just starting to wonder where HighFive was. Hadn't seen him around in a while--but figgered he was too smart to be out riding in the arctic weather we were having...
EPIC! Thanks for sharing HF!
Makes me feel like a wuss for wearing the long johns under my slacks for a 20min ride in 40deg temps to work this a.m.
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What Gear Did HF Wear?
I've received some questions about my gear. How did I survive the cold? What did I wear etc....?
Shoei Hornet Helmet. Figured I needed the little bill for a sun visor since I was riding into the Southwest and expecting LOTS of sun. I actually removed the visor for my departure leg. But put it back on later because the wind noise in my Hornet is actually quieter with the visor on than off. Interesting discovery. Left it on the rest of the trip. Doesn't really pull my head back either. Just a great design, I guess.
I wore a pull-over head mask that has a cut-out of the eyes and goes down my neck. It was made a long time ago by a company called "Damart". They used to be the #1 preferred cold-weather undergarment by the NFL, back in the day...when men were tough and played football "outside". Some of warmest long underwear ever made, and very lightweight. But its too warm to ride in, I just get to hot in the shirt and pants if I'm moving around "working" the bike. Don't know if Damart is still in business or not. Haven't seen it for years. But I still use the facemask, the glove liners, and the socks when riding in the cold.
Joe Rocket dualsport jacket....waterproof with the felt winter liner zipped in.
Fieldsheer dualsport pants.....waterproof with the felt winter liner zipped in. These are new 2009 model. I didn't like the "fit" of older version I had tried on. Bought these last summer at my local Yama dealer. Very pleased with them. They were very dry and warm with the liner. And they have much nicer padding than before, with "hard" knee protectors that have adjustable positions to fit my knee location. Works well enough for me, I don't have to wear additional strap on knee pads.
"Hot Chillys" thermal under garments. This is the BEST stuff I've ever owned for active-wear. Bought it at a local sporting goods store in Tulsa. You can Google it. It was developed for runners and bicycle riders, as I understand it.....triatheletes. Its thin, lightweight....kind of a lycra style pair of long-johns. So thin they fit comfortably under regular clothing. But WOW do they work terrific! I put them on and never took them off. They breathe so well, I don't really sweat too bad. If I do, it wicks right away. never gets heavy and stinky. Amazing stuff for Dualsporting in the cold.
I wear the Hot Chillys like a 2nd skin. Makes nights in the sleeping bag so much warmer. None of those brief moments changing completely out of clothing in 19 degree F temps. That helps a lot.
So, on bottom I usually just had my Hot Chillys and Fieldsheer pants. I did ride with padded bicycle shorts on too. That helps the backside not fatigue.
Up top, it was Hot Chillys, Tee-shirt, Fleece pullover, and Joe Rocket jacket.
Damart sock + Thicker winter hunting sock (Bass Pro Shop, I think) and my Sidi Discovery Rain boots.
Damart glove liner + some nice waterproof Winter gloves I bought from my Yamaha/Kawasaki shop one day cause they looked smart. I'll have to double check the brand...show a photo. They are terrific too. Quite warm, but also with a built in pair of "Lobster Claws" that come out of a zipper and fit over the glove. This is to help with wind and rain protection. I played lobster a lot on this trip.....mainly on the paved roads, not on the Ranch in the dirt.
I sat on my "Airhawk" pad during the long slab rides. You can probably see it on my seat in some of the photos. The Airhawk works so well, I NEVER got butt fatigue.....not once. And I sat in the saddle 13 hours the first day (going), and 12 hours the 9th day (coming home). Many times in-between too. But I don't use it off-road in the rough stuff....at least not intentionally.
If you've ever not been comfortable on an Airhawk, then I assume you might not have been using it correctly....over inflated or under-inflated. When you get it set correctly....Wow, its just great. You don't feel anything at all. Its simply some of the best money I've ever spent for my comfort on the bike.
Tent: I use an Apex Pinnacle 2XTA. Compact and lightweight, yet very comfortable and spacious with 2 large vestibules for gear. My good riding mate....Krabill....turned me onto this tent. Its been bulletproof, for the most part. But I did start having some zipper troubles on one of my vestibules this trip. Maybe I've worn it out......its sure been used an awful lot.
Sleeping Bag: Western Mountaineering 15 degree down sack. Weather resistant and very warm! I think the very best sleeping bag company in existence. Made in USA. Top notch stuff. Expensive....yes. But sometimes, you actually do get what you pay for (in a good way). Learned this one the hard way, after many cold, wet nights sleeping on the ground.
Sleeping Pad: Big Agnes Aircore (with the foam insulation in it). Really compact when packed up. Very comfortable when sleeping on it. This one, you have to let some air out....maybe halfway....to find maximum comfort. Seen lots of riders using these. Monty has one too....so it must be good.
Bags: This was my inaugural field test for a new pack system. "Helen 2 Wheels" bag systems. These are the big tailbags I'm packing on this trip. I have a large horizontal dry bag, a medium tent bag, and a chair bag strapped on my seat. Every H2W bag is waterproof and near bullet proof. Its sooooo nice to get into my large dry bag (horizontally) without having to dump everything out and restuff (like I'm always doing with a DrySeal bag).
The H2W bags have a very well engineered strapping system....big nylon straps that connect to frame through a self-loop on one end, and a D-ring attachment on the other (like a helmet strap). Every bag has a series of web loops along its entire length. Just thread the nylon strap through all the aligned loops and cinch tight. Voila! Only 3 straps were used to hold my entire load flawlessly tight, without fail, through sun, rain, & snow.
I LOVE MY HELEN 2 WHEELS waterproof bag system! Finally found what I've been looking for. Something like I would design if I did it myself. These are made by Marsee Products & sold through RPW (Racer Parts Warehouse).
Also used set of Ortlieb Thin Drybags over the saddle. Plus a Wolfman Explorer Light Tankbag. Just love that Wolfman stuff too!
Everything was waterproof except my Wolfman. But its easy to quickly install the rain cover over the tankbag....so that's not an issue.
That pretty much covers it. I have the grid-type heated panels beneath my grips. Though that didn't seem to help a lot when the Temps fell into the 20's (Farenh) and below. But I'm sure every bit helps. Used a Cramp Buster throttle rocker too. That little jewel gets the MVP award for a trip like this. Doubt I could have kept my grip on the throttle through so much cold, wet, long distance riding.
Beyond what I wore, I only took a few extra clothes: 2 pair of regular socks, 2 undershorts, 1 extra Tee-shirt, extra lightweight rainsuit, a swimsuit, & a pair of camp loafers (shoes).
Never got to use that swimsuit....
Jetboil unit and several Mountain House freeze-dried gourmet meals. Mmmmmgood.
A 2 liter MSR Dromedary + 1 liter Platypus for extra water.
Some tools and a spare set of inner tubes, hand levers, & an extra shift lever. None of which were EVER needed. Monty did all the wrenching on this trip (if you didn't notice). I only had to adjust my chain tension once and lube my chain a few times.....thanks to Monty's WD-40.
I also got to use my Pro Moto Billet Fastway F5 Footpegs for the first time on my KLR. After 4 years of searching, I've finally found the Ultimate KLR Footpeg solution. Its wide, comfortable, & grippy.....with a mounting system that let me move the peg postion further back and down. That's EXACTLY what the KLR needs to give more room for your foot around the shift lever. I use an '07 model shift lever, as it has a bit different spline spacing allowing the lever to be raised one half position from stock....just enough (my bike is an '05). I had IMS pegs, but they were to high and too close to the shift lever. I've tried the DR pegs and not found those comfortable to my feet, and too little foot grip (traction).
If you're frustrated with your KLR peg position &/or comfort, try these Fastway F5's. You might be popping champaign after you do. I stumbled upon these quite by accident.....that's a whole story for another day. Use them on my Yamaha WR250R too.
Any other questions, just ask....
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HighFive screwed with this post 12-15-2009 at 01:05 PM
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Location: central oregon
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Seriously great report, one of the best this year. You are a lot braver and tougher than I am. Nice job, glad you made it home safe and sound. Thanks for the pics and the laughs.
one day I will learn, until that day... fuck it.
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Location: Southern Indiana
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Another great ride report HF!!!!!!!
To bad about the weather, but it made the adventure that much better.
Great Pics also.
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Back at work after a tough year
AS TOLD TO U-T REPORTER Elizabeth Aguilera
Personal reflections
The U-T interviewed six San Diegans who were connected to the news in 2011. These reports, in their subjects' own words, were told to U-T reporters, who edited the conversations for clarity and brevity.
A professor's course comes alive
Study in disaster: post-tsunami Japan
Fisher always believed Aztecs would succeed
Jerry Schad's widow grapples with loss
After living for nearly a year on a bare-bones budget, augmented in part by selling furniture and dipping into his savings, Michael LaDouce has landed a job.
It is a short-term construction project, but it is solid work that provides hope for his new year and could lead to more union ironwork in the spring. Most importantly for the 59-year-old, it is a chance to replenish his savings, qualify for employer medical insurance and keep his Carlsbad home.
LaDouce is a member of the International Association of Bridge and Structural Ironworkers Local 229.
Just last week, my number was called at Ironworkers Local 229 for work on an equipment outage at San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station.
It is the same place where my very last job was almost a year ago. I was terminated in a work-force reduction on Jan. 1, 2011. Since that time, I had been unemployed.
I'm hoping for at least 10 to 12 weeks of work. It'll be 12 hour days, five and six days a week.
I feel a lot better. It was a very long time, so when I did have a chance to get a job, I was very eager and I'm happy to go to work. I know the money is going to be flowing again. I could be earning five times my unemployment check in one week.
I've been an ironworker since 1974. In construction, there are really no full-time jobs. In an economy where there is a lot of construction, the scene goes like this: You build something and when the job is over, you go to the union hall and get re-dispatched to another job. When there is a lot of building going on, you might miss a day or two and then get dispatched again. When things are slow you can wait for days, months.
You have to go by a budget and put money in savings when you are working.
In 1978 and '79 it was bad. There was no work. In 1984, I had a rough time, too. I've lived in my car, slept on the street on cardboard, lived in travel trailers.
I learned that I had to be ready for those times. I can make it nine months without too many problems as long as I'm getting unemployment benefits.
This past year I was without work for about 50 weeks. It was a long time for me. While I looked (for employment), I also finished up my bachelor's degree from the National Labor College in political economy.
To meet the state's requirements for unemployment insurance and the union's, I had to sign the "out of work" list each week and show up for morning job calls at the union hall. I had to be available to go to work when it came. I had to be prepared.


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Simon Power
4 February, 2009
Disputes Tribunal changes to help small business
The Disputes Tribunal jurisdiction is to be expanded in an effort to reduce the amount of time small businesses are tied up in district court battles, Justice Minister Simon Power said today.
The move is part of the small-business relief package announced today by Prime Minister John Key. It is aimed at improving the business environment by reducing the impact of taxes on firms' cash flows, improving firms' access to credit, and reducing business compliance costs.
"Being tied up in district court dealing with small claims is one of the trouble spots for small businesses - it costs them valuable time and money," says Mr Power.
"The Government is very keen to smooth the way for these businesses, so we will encourage the use of the lower-cost and lower-compliance Disputes Tribunal by raising the threshold at which cases can be heard there.
"Currently, the maximum claim level of the Disputes Tribunal is $7,500, or $12,000 with the consent of both parties. To make life easier and cheaper for small businesses, the Government will lift those levels to $15,000 and $20,000.
"This change will reduce costs in up to 3,600 cases a year which will now be able to be held in the Disputes Tribunal. Previously these cases would have been held in the district court and many would not have been pursued due to the costs involved.
"This is designed simply to lighten the load on small and medium-size business so they can get on with the business of producing goods and services."
Expanding the jurisdiction of the tribunal also fulfils National's election promise to 'increase the jurisdiction of the Disputes Tribunal to reduce pressure on district courts'.
The expansion of the tribunal is part of a five-part package. The other parts are: tax changes, expanding the role of the Export Credit Office, expanding business advice services, and creating a fast-payment requirement for government agencies.


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Rafting Trips Agate, United States - Colorado's 1st Licensed Outfitter 1969 - Whitewater rafting 1-10 day river adventures on 9 rivers,29 canyons, Float Fishing, Multi-sport: Raft, Mtn. Bike, 4x4, Hike. Paddling School. Yoga & Wilderness Music Journeys. Corporate, Family , Group rate
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Go rafting on your vacation! Experience the thrill of a lifetime on our whitewater rafting tours in United States. If you are looking for excitement take our rafting trips that will surely be the highlight or your vacation. Our river rafting in United States will get your adrenaline pumping and have you sitting on the edge of your seat. Professional guides will take you safely down the river. If whitewater rafting is too intense novice rafters can enjoy riding down calmer rivers. Our rafting adventures may be the most fun you ever experience. Browse our rafting in United States and plan your vacation today!
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