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Mary Margaret Sullivan doesn't say much, but she can blow kisses.
Mike Sullivan, her father, said Mary Margaret has septo-optic dysplasia, which, among other things, limits her muscle control and her ability to communicate.
However, he said if Mary Margaret wants to say 'Yes' to someone, approves of something, or wants to tell Mike and her mother Kelly Sullivan she loves them, she will blow them a kiss at them.
"That's a gift from God because it was totally untaught," Mike said. "We were like, 'Where did it come from?' It was so awesome when it first happened, and she's been doing it ever since. It melts your heart instantly."
With funds raised by Mississippi State University's Chi Omega sorority, the Make-A-Wish Foundation presented Mary Margaret with a therapy spa at a Wish Reveal Party Saturday at the Sullivan residence in Starkville's Crossgate community.
Family, friends and representatives from the Make-A-Wish Mississippi Chapter and Chi Omega were on hand with food, balloons, banners and cameras. Also, American Idol finalist and Starkville native Jasmine Murray sang for Mary Margaret and her guests, accompanied on guitar by Pinelake Church worship pastor Ken Broom.
Mary Margaret blew plenty of kisses.
Kelly said Chi Omega raises funds for Make-A-Wish every year, and this year the group raised enough funds not only for Mary Margaret, but also other children in the Starkville area. She said Chi Omega also invited Mary Margaret to a talent show called "The Limelight" which culminates the group's Wish Week.
"(Mary Margaret) was the centerpiece of it, and it was an awesome thing," Kelly said. "It was just so cool. We didn't know about it until this happened. It was really neat."
Murray said she knew the Sullivan family from Pinelake Church. When they asked her if she was interested in singing at the Wish Reveal Party, she said she jumped at the opportunity.
"I'm so excited about it," Murray said. "They're an awesome family. They're so wonderful and loving. I'm more than happy to be here — more than happy for Mary Margaret — to throw a great party."
Mike said this is not his first experience with Make-A-Wish. Four years ago, he said he helped Robbie Koch at Coon Tattoos in West Point raise $15,000 in 24 hours for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, running public relations and assembling a lineup of bands for the event.
"Little did I know that four years later, my daughter would be getting a wish," Mike said. "She was only maybe 9 months old at the time. We didn't realize the extent of her medical conditions back then."
The symptoms of Mary Margaret's condition include blindness, lack of control of her body and hormone deficiencies, Mike said. Her brain is missing a corpus callosum, he said, and she has to take medicine morning and night to survive.
"She's been airlifted twice; I don't know how many ambulances she's (ridden) in," Mike said. "We came very close to losing her five times since birth. If she doesn't get her medicine, things go downhill really quick. We have to care for her constantly, but ... she's a total blessing to our family. She's got a brother and sister that don't even realize she has a disability, basically, because that's what they know."
Mike said Mary Margaret has always loved swimming at the homes of relatives or friends, so when Kelly filled out an application for Make-A-Wish and its representatives interviewed the family to determine what wish to grant for Mary Margaret, it made sense to give her a place to swim.
"This is something we can all do together as a family and, as my wife says, it kind of evens out," Mike said. "Mary Margaret can play with her brothers and sisters all on the same level once we get in the spa because it gives her mobility. She loves the jets and the warm water. It's good for her muscles because she's in the wheelchair all the time. It allows us to do a little more therapy with her, too, because it's a lot easier to hold weight in water than it is outside of water."
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IBM President and CEO, Ginni Rometty ranks #1 shares her views on the year ahead with The Economist for The World in 2014. Citing a historic convergence of major technology shifts, where the world has become pervasively interconnected, she notes that there are more than a trillion interconnected and intelligent objects and organisms – including a billion transistors for every person on the planet. Speaking of Big Data, she also mentions that, by one estimate, there will be 5,200 gigabytes of data for every human on the planet by 2020. This will begin to transform the enterprise and give rise to a new model of the firm called 'The Smarter Enterprise'. There are three ways the Smarter Enterprise will differ from the traditional model:
- Use Predictive Analytics to make decisions
- Infuse intelligence into products and how they are made
- Deliver value to individuals rather than demographic segments
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(The Economist, Nov 18, 2013) The Year of the Smarter Enterprise
- IBM CEO Ginni Rometty Story Roundup (Greater IBM 2013)
- IBM CEO Ginni Rometty Shares Her Approach to Innovation (Fortune, 2013)
- IBM CEO Ginni Rometty Shares Her Leadership Philosophy (Fortune, 2012)
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Are the Gosselin kids exploited? Jon and Kate say no. Expert says yes.
Jon Gosselin scoffs at the idea that he and his estranged wife, Kate, are exploiting their eight children with the demands of their TLC reality show, "Jon & Kate Plus 8."
But some experts disagree with Jon, including Dr. Michael Brody of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
He tells Us Weekly: "Kids at this age shouldn't be working at all. They should be playing."
Brody adds, "It is not normal for five and eight year olds to support their family."
Kevin Kreider, Kate's younger brother, and Kreider's wife, Jodi Kreider, agree with the good doctor. They've told CBS News that they want laws protecting children who appear on reality shows.
"We're speaking out now," Kevin pointed out, "because we want to be the voice of our nieces and nephews.
"They're being exploited," Jodi said. "It's time for America to see the situation for what it really is, which is -- unfortunately, there no laws protecting children in reality TV shows. ... And this is not a healthy environment for kids to be raised in."
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I am going to build a AR based PDW (NFA reg SBR). Want something small and handy in confined spaces. Unsure what barrel length that I should go for. Before I can start the ball rolling, I need to settle on a barrel length for the Form 1. Here are the choices that I am looking at:
It will get a Magpul CTR stock. Troy flip sights. Comp M3 on a LaRue mount. If 9" or longer will get LaRue Handguard. LaRue LT-FUG foregrip.
I already have a registered M16 with 12.5" barrel.
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GM Pledges to Reduce Facility CO2 Emissions by 40%
22 March 2007
General Motors is targeting a reduction of CO2 emissions from its North American manufacturing facilities by 40% by 2010, based on 2000 levels. GM is setting this target as part of its voluntary partnership in the US Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Climate Leaders program.
This reduction would equal 4.5 million metric tons and equate to annual emissions from the power consumed by 432,692 US households.
When it first joined the program in 2002 as a founding member, GM established a goal to reduce US facility CO2 emissions by 10% by 2005, based on 2000 levels. The company surpassed this target in 2003 with reductions of 11.7%. To date, since 2000, GM has reduced US facility emissions by 25%, or 3 million metric tons, which would equal the annual emissions from the power consumed by 288,000 U.S. households.
GM's CO2 reductions can be largely attributed to numerous efforts by the company to increase energy efficiency, reduce waste, increase the use of renewable resources such as landfill gas and solar power, and optimize efficiencies across all aspects of the manufacturing process.
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Well good. I'm thrilled.
They'd have a much bigger impact by improving the fuel efficiency of their vehicles, but I digress...
Wellthe car makers are a prisoner of market forces they cant fight. Ig the us wants to improve the fleet they will needto spend enough money on roads to make people feel safe on them and not get jammed in traffic jams every bleeping day.
I think GM is being conservative. When they go out of business in the next decade they'll have reduced 100% of their CO2 emissions.
Perhaps they can sell credits to Gore so he can heat his pool at his mansion.Or perhaps they can help Mr. edwards lower the emissions at his 28,000 square foot compound he is building.
I think it is time these paragons of vitue lead by example.
One of the relatively unknown success stories is that American industry has achieved the Kyoto Protocol targets. In 2006 the US had managed to reduce its CO2 usage back to the level as it used in 1990, despite the 53% increase in size of the GDP. Only the US industry has achieved the Kyoto targets...
Now residential use what is up, as you would expect with Energy hogs and hypocrites like Al GOREgoyle heating and cooling his 30,000 sqaure foot house and heated pool.
I can't help but note that the richest man in the world, Bill Gates, has a Gulfstream V private jet, but San Fran Nan Pelosi doesn't think that's good enough for her. She demands a Boeing 757 jetliner as her government furnished FREE personal Jet. What does she need a personal jet that seats 250 for? H-Y-P-O-C-R-T-E !
But hey, isn't Al Gore the inventor of the internet? And was it Al Gore who got all those pre-IPO shares of Google? And is it Al Gore who tells us that the snows of Kilimanjaro have disappeared because of global warming (not the fact that surrounding forests have been decimated)?
BTW, it's spelled H-Y-P-O-C-R-I-T-E !
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Sen. Nelson to Iran: accept the consequences
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The United States has sent a second aircraft carrier into the Persian Gulf raising concerns that continued U.S. intervention could spark conflict. At an unrelated event this morning in Town N Country, U.S. Senator Bill Nelson told WMNF the deployment of the nuclear-powered USS Enterprise is a response to President Barack Obamaâs promise to thwart nuclear weapon development in Iran.
âThe President has clearly stated that if Iran continues developing a nuclear weapon, which would completely upset the balance of power not only in that part of the world but the entire world, then the United States will consider all options on the table which obviously means military action. I think what youâre seeing is the movement of a second carrier into the Gulf is a part of that plan.â
President Obama has also said that on April 15 he will formally demand that Iran shutdown The Furdo underground nuclear plant. That action, Nelson said, goes hand in hand with the continued demands to halt the production of uranium.
âWhat it says is that, âyou are not going to energize uranium to weapon-grade strengths so that you can develop a nuclear bombâ. And if Iran does not heed that warning, they will suffer the consequence.â
According to the Washington Post, the CIA has had surveillance drones in place in Iran for three years to try to find evidence of a nuclear weapons program. And last week investigative journalist Seymour Hersh reported in the New Yorker that the U.S. Special Operations Command trained a group listed as a foreign terrorist organization by the U.S. State Department. The group Mujahideen-e-Khalq, or MEK, is linked to the assassination of five Iranian nuclear scientists.comments powered by Disqus


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1 . The Lighthouse Inn at Aransas Bay
Rockport, Texas
The Lighthouse Inn at Aransas Bay is the number 1 pick for it's wide array of activities that are onsite and easily accessible. An 18 hole country club is your backyard for example.
78 luxurious rooms are yours to choose from as you spend lazy afternoons relaxing on the gulf coast. Hit the fitness center to feel even better after a day on the beach. Then visit the onsite Palm Room Bar & Grill for a delicious variety of local cuisine. Seafood, steak, and much more are on the menu. You'll feel pampered and incredible in this stunning Texas coast resort. You'll make great memories in the luxury, in the sand, and in the surf!
200 S Fulton Beach Rd Rockport, TX 78382
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You can enjoy on-property fishing, as well as easy access to the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge. Plus there's always the 18-hole Bill Coore-designed Rockport Country Club.
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Visit the sumptuous Palm Room Bar & Grill for great bay views as well as for the wide ranging menu that includes seafood and steaks and other delicious choices.
2 . Pointe West Properties
Galveston, Texas
With the Gulf of Mexico on one side and Galveston Bay on the other, Pointe West Properties offers a wealth of water activities! Thousands of acres of unspoiled island splendor highlight your stay at this casual yet elegant escape. Enjoy an array of lodging options and a tropical atmosphere at this gulf-front getaway!
A sun-soaked paradise overlooks the aquamarine Gulf of Mexico waters from its sandy shores. Here lies a land of recreation and rejuvenation. The island condo rentals available include two- and three-bedroom layouts, and can sleep up to eight people, making them perfect for family getaways! A full kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops is where the luxury starts at Pointe West. Your private balcony overlooking Galveston Bay or the Gulf of Mexico offers stunning views of this picturesque area. For some off-site excursions, soak in some culture at 14 museums and more 20 art galleries located nearby. Galveston Island State Park is the perfect place to do some bird watching or to catch your limit of speckled trout. Or, just spend your days soaking up some sun on the sandy beach located just steps from your front door. This island stay is anything but ordinary!
3802 Cove View Blvd, Galveston, Texas 77554
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Get hooked on the many nearby angling options! Cast your line into a stocked fishing pond head on over to any of the three fishing piers in Galveston, or embark on a deep-sea fishing excursion on the Gulf of Mexico.
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Stretch out on a private balcony with outdoor furniture, catch a flick on the flat-screen television, or just enjoy the gorgeous Gulf of Mexico views!
3 . Columbia Lakes Resort Hotel
West Columbia, Texas
Hundreds of moss-covered oak trees line the entrance to our No. 3 pick, but we were so captivated by the winding streams and lush fairways that line the onsite golf course that we scarcely noticed these towering giants. Whether you come for the scenery or the championship play, you won't be disappointed by Columbia Lakes Resort Hotel!
Measuring 6,967 yards and boasting par 72 play, the Columbia Lakes Country Club course was treated to a fabulous redesign by noted golf architect Tom Fazio. Lakes and streams blend beautifully with 18 holes of championship tees, fairways and greens for unparalleled play on your Texas golf vacation. And if your long drive isn't up to your liking, head over to Columbia Lakes' practice facility, where an hour or two on the driving range, target greens and practice tees will have your game in top form faster than you can say "fore!" The golf and the views are both spectacular, but there's even more to love about Columbia Lakes Resort Hotel. And speaking of love, this Gulf Coast resort has just the right ambiance for romantic Texas weekends or special occasions. Luxurious Texas villas that overlook picturesque lagoons and blooming gardens, intimate dinners for two in the elegant Brazos Room and a little friendly competition on the tennis courts are sure to set your hearts racing!
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Columbia Lakes is home to 300-acre twin lakes stocked with trophy-sized bass, while the nearby Gulf of Mexico offers saltwater fishing on your Texas Gulf Coast vacation.
Getting there
Columbia Lakes Resort Hotel is easily accessible from Houston via U.S. 59 or Hwy. 288. All major airlines offer daily service into Houston Intercontinental Airport and Houston Hobby Airport. Van transportation to and from the resort is available upon request.
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Besides Gulf Coast golf, Columbia Lakes Resort Hotel also boasts eight onsite tennis courts, a fitness center and basketball and sand volleyball courts.
4 . Port Royal Ocean Resort & Conference Center
Port Aransas, Texas
Perched atop the sandy dunes of Mustang Island, our No. 4 pick is prepared to offer you a little something extra on your Gulf Coast Texas vacation. While you won't find a castle, a queen or even a princess for miles, you will get a healthy dose of the royal treatment at Port Royal Ocean Resort!
Here in Port Aransas, TX, being treated like royalty is less about servants feeding you grapes by the handful and more about having exclusive access to some of the Gulf Coast's most pristine beaches and luxurious condo suites. And speaking of accommodations, palm leaves, swordfish and seashells may sound like something you'd snag on a Port Aransas beach, but they're also island-inspired highlights featured in your Gulf Coast luxury condo's décor! With nearly 25 acres of beachfront fun and relaxation to choose from, we don't blame you if you can't decide where to start at Port Royal Ocean Resort. You could head to the Royal Blue Lagoon Pool, hang ten on the Double Surfin' Slide and chow down at the poolside Cabana Bar and Grill. Or, you could wait until sunset and mosey on over to Port Royal's private beach boardwalk for spectacular views of the Gulf of Mexico.
With 210 luxury Gulf Coast condominium suites and more than 7,000 sq. ft. of meeting and banquet space, Port Royal Ocean Resort & Conference Center can meet most any need on your Port Aransas vacation.
Getting there
From Houston, take I-59 South to Victoria. Take TX 91 SPUR toward Refugio/Corpus Christi. TX-91 becomes U.S. 77S. Turn left onto TX 239. Turn right onto TX 35. Continue to follow TX 35. In Aransas Pass, turn left on Hwy. 361 to Ferry Landing into Port Aransas. Turn right at the first light, Cut-off Road. Travel to the first light, Hwy 361. Travel approximately 10 miles to Port Royal Ocean Resort on the left.
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Two lighted tennis courts, outdoor shuffleboard, water and sand volleyball courts, horseshoes, fishing, golf and daily sailing adventures are nearby.
5 . Sea Breeze Suites Port Aransas
Port Aransas, Texas
Sea Breeze Suites Port Aransas welcomes you to a tropical treasure just a stone's throw from the sparkling Gulf of Mexico shores. With an array of amenities onsite and a paradise off-site, you're sure to soak in the serenity!
Situated near the sunny shores of the Gulf Coast amidst lush tropical surroundings, Sea Breeze Suites Port Aransas offers an affordable getaway great for a family vacation or a romantic escape. Only about a half mile away from both the beach, fishing pier, and the Gulf of Mexico, it's easy to find a little slice of paradise. Centrally located, Sea Breeze Suites is also conveniently near a variety of restaurant and bar options - within walking distance down Beach Street. All Sea Breeze units are equipped with a full-kitchen, cable TV, and wireless Internet. Step outside and catch a tan on the sun-kissed shores or head into town for superb shopping and dining options. With tons of opportunities for different activities coupled with a beautiful setting and Texas hospitality, make Sea Breeze Suites the next great escape!
407 Beach Street, Port Aransas, Texas 78373
Enjoy your vacation with long, relaxing walks along the coast, swim in the warm waters, or even give surfing or parasailing a shot. Afterwards, check out the many beach shops and boutiques lining Beach Street!
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Make a splash in the sparkling swimming pool, soak in the views from your private balcony, or savor the onsite gourmet dining. Amenities abound!
6 . The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
, Texas
We know Texans are famous for doing things with bigger-than-average flair, but even we were blown away by our No. 6 resort's grandiose proportions. We've seen our fair share of teased hair and 10-gallon hats, but we'd never witnessed elegance and class on such a grand scale as when we first laid eyes on The San Luis Resort.
It would be too simple to describe our No. 6 spot as a Gulf Coast resort when, for all intents and purposes, this Texas retreat is actually a complete hotel, spa and conference center on spectacular Galveston Island. It's all the opulence of a Southern plantation manor, with polished marble floors, upholstered walls and gold-fringed furnishings. And it's all the playful after-hours fun that this Texas town is famous for, from the waterfalls, grotto and Gulf of Mexico views of the tropical pool to the haute-cuisine and red-hot scene of the H2o lounge. Looking for a gorgeous Gulf Coast landscape to pair with your Texas wedding color palette? The San Luis Resort's lush, manicured grounds serve as a striking supplement to emerald and ecru selections, while wood paneling and crystal chandeliers in the grand ballroom set the stage for more formal crimson hues. The bride won't be the only one wearing white; even the resort's wedding gazebo has been painted an eye-catching eggshell shade!
Honored with the AAA Four Diamond Award® since 2000, The San Luis Resort features a fully accredited IACC conference facility along with the finest in hospitality, dining, entertainment and activities.
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Sip a fruity drink at The San Luis Resort's refreshing H2o ultra lounge or perched atop a submerged stool at the resort's swim-up pool bar.
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The Spa San Luis offers some of Galveston Island's most luxurious spa services and amenities, including a complete fitness center, boutique and full-service salon all on site.
7 . The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
The Woodlands, Texas
While our No. 7 pick is a beauty in its own right, what really caught our eye was the breathtaking community that surrounds it. Set along a sparkling waterway that runs through the entire city, The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel is a stylish escape in the heart of The Woodlands, Texas.
The water taxis that cruise the waterway outside our No. 7 spot may bear little resemblance to Venice's gondolas, but we can't help thinking that they bring a bit of the same romantic ambiance to this Texas community. Then again, we could be thinking of the chilled champagne and chocolate-dipped strawberries that awaited our arrival to our Marriott hotel suite – just two features of the hotel's Woodlands romantic escape package! Wake each morning to Ristorante Tuscany's scrumptious Belgian waffles, piled high with strawberries and whipped cream, then pack the leftovers and head to Town Green Park for the best people watching around. But we promised you style and there's plenty of it to be found in this modern Texas town. For the best bang for your buck, we recommend a short stroll to the Woodlands Mall. Those who can't be bothered with budgets will love the 460 world-class shops, boutiques and specialty stores within walking distance of The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel. And all it takes is a body scrub or manicure at the Spa at the Waterway to have you glowing from head to toe!
More than 70,000 square feet of state-of-the-art meeting space connected to The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion.
Getting there
The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel is 20 minutes North of George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport. When exiting from the airport, take the Hardy Toll Road North. This will merge with I-45. Exit at Woodlands Parkway. At the second traffic light, Six Pines Drive, turn right. At the second traffic light, Lake Robbins Drive, turn right. The hotel is on your right.
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All of these Texas hotel rooms feature Marriott's signature Revive Bedding for a restful night's sleep during your stay.
8 . Isla Grand Beach Resort
South Padre Island, Texas
We've found a spectacular island getaway that doesn't require logging long hours on an overseas flight. Even better, it's perfect for the whole family! For blue waters, white sands and beachfront fun on your Gulf Coast family vacation, pack your bags and make your way to Isla Grand Beach Resort!
Our No. 8 spot only feels worlds away – in reality, Isla Grand Beach Resort is located on the surf, sun and entertainment mecca more commonly known as South Padre Island! We hope you and the little ones don't mind getting a little dirty; here, a majority of the most popular activities center on sandy beaches and warm coastal waters. If you're like us, your sand art talents are limited to crudely sketching your name in the sand. Or at least they were, until you spent the day with a South Padre Island sandcastle master, who quickly transforms your boring sand tower into an impressive sandcastle complete with moats, turrets and even an alligator or two! Our hats are off to parents for all the work they do, but how come we never stopped to consider that maybe it was the kids who needed a break? Fortunately, Isla Grand Beach Resort is one step ahead with children's activities that feature water games, arts and crafts and even a special night of entertainment exclusively for the little ones!
The Isla Grand Beach Resort offers outstanding convention, meeting and banquet facilities for your Gulf Coast Texas business, wedding or group event.
Fun facts
Black Dragon Pirate Ship Cruises depart daily from Port Isabel and boast a swashbuckling good time for you and the kids with face painting, sword fighting, treasure hunts and water pistol duels!
Related Onsite Offerings
Isla Grand Beach Resort's cabana rooms and two-bedroom condos have plenty of space for the whole crew on your Texas family vacation. These Gulf Coast condos even feature views of the Gulf of Mexico!
9 . Lonestar Inn & Suites
Victoria, Texas
Located in Victoria, the crossroads of Texas, Lonestar Inn & Suites serves as the premier base camp for Southwester sightseers. Visit the exciting attractions of cities like Houston and San Antonio before finding fun on the Gulf of Mexico. Afterward, unwind in their relaxing accommodations.
As your gateway to the Gulf of Mexico, you're just a short ways from the aquamarine waters. Deep-sea fishing, diving, and cruising highlight your aquatic adventures. If you prefer to stay dry, get up close and personal with the wildlife at the Texas Zoo, take in a show of the several local performing arts groups, visit a museum, or travel to any of the nearby cities for additional attractions. There's never a dull moment here. After an adventure-filled day, enjoy the inn's spacious setups and array of amenities. Whether you choose a standard suite or the relaxation of the Jacuzzi suite, the rooms are the perfect place to rest after a long day of fun. Make a splash in the outdoor swimming pool, stay in shape at the fitness center, or surf the web with Wi-Fi access. And, each morning begins with a hot breakfast starring biscuits and gravy, fresh fruits, and more!
1907 US Hwy 59 North, Victoria, TX 77905
Extra Stops
Soak in some Texas history at Texas history at the historic La Bahia Mission in Goliad or stuff shopping bags at the Victoria Mall.
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Frequenters of the fairway can tee it up on the very beautiful and challenging Riverside Golf Course or Colony Creek Country Club.
10 . Kontiki Beach Resort Condos
Rockport, Texas
Kontiki Beach Resort Condos whisk you away to a Gulf of Mexico paradise! Calming waterfront views, spacious condos, and an ocean of activities offer something for everyone from beach bummers to avid explorers. Do as much or as little as you want at this Gulf of Mexico getaway!
Condo suites overlook the aquamarine waters, offering spacious one- to three-bedroom suites. Soak in the Gulf views from your private balcony, kick up your feet on your outdoor deck, take a dip in the sparkling pool, swing away on the tennis court, or shoot some hoops in the basketball area. The picnic area features grill stations, perfect for a family barbecue. Cast your lines at the fishing pier and reel in redfish and speckled trout. If you're ready for some Gulf adventures, head off on a fishing expedition with Deep Sea Headquarters or learn to ride the waves at a surf camp. Admire the sea life at the Texas State Aquarium or soak up some knowledge at the Texas Maritime Museum. Or, if you'd like to do nothing at all, stretch out on the beach and catch a tan, the Gulf waves whispering their eternal song. Your waterfront paradise awaits at Kontiki Beach Resort Condos!
2290 N Fulton Beach Rd, Rockport, TX 78382
The Rockport Health & Fitness Club features state-of-the-art exercise machines and experienced trainers to ensure an effective workout session.
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Bird-waters can catch a glimpse of many varied species without ever leaving the grounds!
Other Top 10 Gulf Coast Texas Resorts
- The Lighthouse Inn at Aransas Bay
- Pointe West Properties
- Columbia Lakes Hotel Resort
- Port Royal Ocean Resort & Conference Center
- Sea Breeze Suites Port Aransas
- The San Luis Resort Spa & Conference Center
- The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center
- Isla Grand Beach Resort
- Lonestar Inn & Suites
- Kontiki Beach Resort Condos


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The Value of a Strong Jawline Appearance in Male Political Candidates
The shape and strength of the jawline is an essential component of male facial attractiveness. This is evidenced not only in the images that we see today in male models and advertisements but in many of our most popular male celebrities and actors. This is not only a contemporary desireable male feature but has been so for a long time. It is also fair to say that a weak chin or a short and poorly defined jawlone has never been viewed as a favorable male facial feature.
The value of a strong male jawline can be seen all around us through the use of facial hair. The styling of beards and goatees is often a reflection of the desire to create a stronger chin and jawline appearance. Some men grow it as a conscious effort to do so but other men do it because they feel it makes look better…but without really knowing why.
This brings me to a call I received today from a member of the media. The query was about whether someone who underwent jaw reconstruction for a medical reason could come out from surgery with a better jawline appearance. The answer to that depends on what type of jaw reconstruction was done. If it was done for orthognathic or jaw alignment reasons (e.g., bringing forward a short lower jaw and fixing a bad bite), then an improved jaw appearance will result. This occurs as a natural result of the surgery because the chin becomes more prominent afterwards as the jaw comes forward. However, if the jaw reconstruction is done to fix a fracture then the answer would be no as the jaw shape is returned to what it looked like before the injury.
As it turns out, the basis of the question had to do with a political figure…specifically Texas Governor and Presidential candidate Rick Perry. The reporter wanted to know if I thought he had ever undergone any jaw enhancement surgery. It was detailed to me that Governor Perry had at one time been involved in a plane crash and had suffered a broken jaw. He was treated by wiring his jaws together. (closed reduction of a mandible fracture) The reporter was comparing photos of how he looks today and what he looked like before this injury. He wanted my opinion on what he thought or suspected was a change in his jaw shape after surgery.
In looking at these same photos, it is apparent that Governor Perry does currently have a very masculine jawline and that is certainly a part of his physical appeal from a facial standpoint. However, photographs of him in the military and even at a younger age show that he has always had a well defined jawline. He has a strong chin and jaw angles and a smooth straightline connection between the two. Having done a lot of chin and jawline cosmetic surgeries, the type of jawline the Governor naturally has is sought after by many male patients. The Governor is blessed to have it naturally, numerous type of jaw implants are available for those men who are not so fortunate.
Dr. Barry Eppley
Indianapolis, Indiana
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ON 6 December 1957 a hollow aluminium sphere the size of a small melon burst from a blazing fireball, rose a mere metre or so above Florida before landing with a thump. The US was in trouble. A month earlier, the Soviet Union had sent a 500-kilogram capsule bearing a dog called Laika into space. But here was the US unable to even notch up its first foray into orbit.
President Dwight Eisenhower responded by creating a new research agency tasked with ensuring such "technological surprises" like Sputnik would never be sprung on the US again. The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), conceived in February 1958 not only still exists, it has consistently made the US military the most advanced on Earth and unleashed life-changing technologies such as the internet, GPS and the computer mouse along the way.
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Stop avoiding a person who really bugs you. Somebody loves them. Why not make it you?
Mark Williams, co-founder of Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), on the history of stress.
In a typical day, you might find yourself rushing around and and juggling responsibilities more than you'd like to. But on a biological level, Williams says, you're rushing around just as if you were escaping from a predator.
"But nobody can run fast enough to escape their own worries," says Williams.
Williams is a Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Oxford, and he co-founded Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) with his colleagues Zindel Segal and John Teasdale. The MBCT program is based on Jon Kabat-Zinn's Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program. MBCT is designed for people who suffer from recurring bouts of depression.
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Aimed at inspiring student leaders, the conference will encourage participants to examine their own leadership styles and motivate them to be active leaders within their school communities.
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Andrew AlmackAndrew Almack is the founder of the Plastic Shore Project which not only aims to raise awareness of the impact that unrecycled plastic has on the environment but also to inspire others in the community to contribute towards a cleaner and healthier world. Andrew attended Bishop's University and recently graduated top of his class from the Williams School of Business. During his time at Bishop's, he researched the economic feasibility of recycling marine plastic debris into products. After working at a business incubator in Wellington, New Zealand, Andrew decided to launch the Plastic Shore Project, fueled with a passion to preserve the marine environment as well as generate economic, social, and environmental benefits for communities from the project.
Brittany WongBrittany Wong, Director of Program and Development for The Lipstick Project, is an alumni of West Point Grey Academy and a graduate of the Sauder School of Business at the University of British Columbia. Since graduating, Brittany has worked as a Project Manager at the Brand Live Group and recently established her own event design and production studio, BASH + FETE. Brittany brings her extensive project management skills, creativity, strong branding and communication tactics with her to The Lipstick Project. Through The Lipstick Project, Brittany aims to connect and effect a positive change in other people's quality of life - " It's one thing to have contact with someone on the outside, but to truly touch the inside is something completely different. I like to think TLP brings the two together."
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It's been several months since we first visited Oskar's Kitchen and wrote a review. We've been back several times since then and we'd be remiss if we didn't write an update on Shawn Kemp's place.
The restaurant and bar, in the lower Queen Anne neighborhood, is growing in popularity. While it will never trump the nearby Peso's or Ozzie's as a party spot, it is a good place for happy hour drinks and food (Check out the happy hour menu here. ). Which is to say, a good jumping off point.
Like we said in the first review, the atmosphere and the menu are a bit incongruous. But, it's hard to criticize a menu that's modestly price and decent. Going to Oskar's is not going to break the bank. We appreciate that.
A must-drink beverage for anyone who goes to Oskar's is the aptly named "Reighnman." Sure, they could use a spellchecker, but you won't care how it's spelled after you've had a couple rounds of these. The cocktail is made with 151 and orange and pineapple juices — a refreshing drink for the summer. It's delicious, and a couple will give you a good buzz.
The happy hour food is cheap — $4 for a choice of six plates. Not the best ribs in the world, but good enough to grease your stomach for more libations in the evening.
Although we've been there about a half dozen times, we still haven't seen Kemp there. But he does show up, and show up often — he was there last week with Gary Payton who was in town.
Here's to Kemp and Oskar's and their longevity — and hoping that one day Sonics fans can pre-funk/post-funk for an actual Sonics game.
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And I am not worried about the 520 or Shinko244. I have been running those for a long time without problems. Like I said, I just replaced those again and am even carrying another 16 CS to swap out to try and lenghten the life of the chain. I am using a 16 because I went up to 46 on the rear and that puts it close to stock gearing for the roads. When I am offroad, I use the 14.
I am definitely excited about my light packing. I already test packed it and it all fits. Unfortunately, my light modo means I am not taking any camping gear, but it is the right choice. I like to camp and have done it on my other Mexico trips, but this time LIGHT makes RIGHT.
I read all of your other ride reports and can see that you have been working up to this 3 month adventure for a long time. I'm sure this trip will be one where you can put all those past experiences and learned skills to good use.
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YP Trivedi backs retro amendments to tax Vodafone
This did surprise me! Because YP Trivedi is a big name in Mumbai ITAT bar with decades of standing and a lot of professionals would have expected him to oppose the retro amendments since he has been arguing for taxpayer all his life! But he not only defended the retrospective amendments that will tax the Voda-Hutch deal but went one step ahead by suggesting that the 2 Bombay HC verdicts in favour of Revenue in Vodafone case were enough of a justification for the Govt to amend Sec 9 retrospectively ( http://www.taxsutra.com/news/5345/FM-refuses-to-concede-an-inch-on-retro-amendments-as-Rajya-Sabha-clears-Finance-Bill. And my surprise is shared by Former CCIT and Adv Girish Dave ( mastermind behind Vodafone case ) ... here is his comment which can also be viewed by clicking on story link..... " It was a pleasent surprise to hear that Mr. Y.P.Trivedi, Hon'ble Member who is well versed with Income-tax Law defended the F.M's proposal to tax the Vodafone transaction & supported his opinion on the basis of two Judgments of the Hon'ble High Court of Bombay rendered in the matter. Kudos to the Brave Heart. "
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Seniors Scott Heberer and Matt Graupmann started playing lacrosse together when they were in the seventh grade. Ten years later, they are leading the Cal Poly men's lacrosse team into nationals ranked as the No. 1 seed in the country.
This week, the lacrosse team made it past the first round and quarterfinals to the final four playing for the top spot in the Men's College Lacrosse Association (MCLA) national tournament in Greenville, S.C., after winning the West Coast Lacrosse League (WCLL) title for the fourth year in a row.
"It's always exciting when we get our bid to nationals," Graupmann said. "I'm excited, it's pretty much lacrosse all week. We fly out Saturday, practice Sunday, our first game is Monday; if we win that, we have another game Tuesday, semi-finals Thursday and finals Saturday."
The Cal Poly men's lacrosse team is a club sport operated under Student Life and Leadership. Of the 50 players on the team, 41 will be competing this week.
Cal Poly has never before won a MCLA championship, Graupmann said. In the past three years, the team has lost in the first round every time.
"It kills me," Graupmann said. "Cal Poly doesn't have a very deep history of going far in this tournament, but that's why there's a lot of excitement (this year). I've been getting a lot of calls from alumni cheering us on and encouraging us because they're excited about the chance we have."
Right now, the team's record stands at 18-1 and with the bracket lineup, it has a good chance of going far in nationals, Graupmann said.
"All the teams that I wouldn't want to see until the end of the tournament are on the other side of the bracket," he said. "I think we can go all the way. Everyone is ready to go. We're fired up. We can win it all."
With more than 80 teams in the league, "being the best is just a huge gratification of hard work paying off in the end," Graupmann said. "I would get a huge sense of pride being able to say I won a national championship."
Graupmann said the team's success this year has a lot to do with the players' confidence at each game.
"It's not really are we going to lose or win, it's when are we going to win," he said. "You might mistake it for cockiness, but we have a really confident team this year, and having that mental edge can really push you through a game."
Founded in the '80s, the team practices an average of 10 hours a week, and starting in February, travels almost every weekend to divisional games for the WCLL.
Balancing school and sport takes a lot of time management, Graupmann said, but professors are generally understanding.
"A lot of the teachers at Poly acknowledge what we're trying to do, and push us to achieve our goals athletically while pushing us academically," Graupmann said. "I've found a lot of teachers will go out of their way to help us because they know we're making a good name for the school."
The WCLL requires a minimum 2.0 GPA and an average enrollment of at least 12 units per quarter.
Team captain and senior Tim DeSimone said most of the members of the team are used to days filled with school and sport, and being students at a competitive school hasn't stopped them from being No. 1 in the nation for the past month.
"There's something to be said for being so highly ranked on just a club team, with a hard school that's hard to get into and still playing at such a high level," DeSimone said. "There's a lot of kids that are very smart and have very difficult majors that are at every practice without an excuse."
DeSimone said the lacrosse team has already beaten every team they could face this week. "It's more of our tournament to lose; I think we could run the table for sure."
This season, more than 11 players on the lacrosse team are seniors. Captain and senior Scott Heberer said not only have he and Graupmann been on the same team for many years, but there is a strong core of seniors that have been playing together since their freshman year.
"We have all grown together, and the leadership has sort of evolved throughout the years," Heberer said. "This is our last year together. This year, this is our year."
Heberer said the key to doing well in nationals is to keep practices competitive.
"We have a little chip on our shoulder," Heberer said. "We know we have confidence that we can pull off the game and come from behind; we know we are capable and have the maturity." Heberer said.
Heberer and Graupmann both said playing together for so many years has been fun.
"You can see our chemistry on the field," Graupmann said. "(Heberer) will make eyes with me almost and throw the ball and I'll be able to go catch it and shoot. It's just one of those things from playing together so long, we're usually on the same page."
Even after 10 years of playing lacrosse, "all the time is worth it to me," Graupmann said. "I just really love the game. I hate losing. I love being involved athletically. It's so much fun to me that there's no reason why I would not play."
If Cal Poly defeats Arizona State University in the final four round today, the team will play the winner of the Brigham Young University versus Colorado State University game for the MCLA championship.


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It's almost Christmas, and Blakesley and Max Sutter are in a rush to get their letters to Santa! We just hope Santa can decipher them, because even their mom Trista Sutter isn't sure what's going on here!
Trista tweets, "Kids decided to draw lists for Santa. Asked Blakesley what hers was: 'I'm not gonna tell you. You havta wait til Christmas.'" It looks to us like she is asking for either a black hole or a big cinnamon bun and some goldfish crackers. (But we're kind of hungry, so your interpretations may differ.)
Max's list is a little less mysterious, thanks to some descriptions from Mom. Max wants some Star Wars Angry Birds toys and a horse for Blakesley. Okay, we're absolutely melting that Max included a present for his little sis on his list. MELTING!
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Please help settle an argument. In winter we have to dry our washed clothes on our house radiators. However, there are too many items of laundry in one wash for them all to fit on the radiators, so some have to wait their turn on clothes horses at room temperature. My wife says we should put all the small, quickly-drying items such as socks, underwear and synthetic sports gear on the radiators first because these will dry much faster than jeans, jumpers and heavy linen items. I argue that the order they are placed and removed from the radiator makes no difference to the total drying time of all the items. My wife says the total drying time is faster if you dry the small items first and then the heavy items. Who is right?
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In the 13 years since Scott Blackwell launched Immaculate Baking in Flat Rock, N.C., he's the created a succesful specialty food business, co-founded a folk art foundation, made a documentary film and baked the world's biggest cookie.
What first got you excited about the food business?
A. I saw Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory when I was seven. That was it for me. I sent in a dollar to get this Willie Wonka chocolate-making kit. The kit included sprinkles and wrappers for ten or so bars and you basically had to melt a Hershey down and pour it into a mold. When I'd made them, I took my red wagon and walked around the neighborhood selling chocolate bars to neighbors. I just loved it. Also, the silliness of it all. The product names like Everlasting Gobstoppers continue to influence the names of our cookies, such as Hunka Chunka Chocolate (double chocolate chip cookies) and Leapin' Lemon (lemon and white chocolate) cookies.
How did you go from selling chocolate bars around the neighborhood to founding Immaculate Baking?
A. I worked in fast food and became a prep cook at a seafood restaurant, all to make money for college. Around 1995 I was roasting coffee and making cookie dough to sell to coffee shops and in-store bakeries, and I began thinking about doing packaged cookies. I went to the Fancy Food Show in New York and thought, 'I could do something here.' So I began baking cookies.
What was a breakthrough moment for you?
A. I wanted to make a lemon cookie. But I didn't want it to have a baked lemon flavor. It took me six months, but eventually I decided I had it right. We sent the cookies off to New York to enter in the NASFT's sofiTM (then Product) Awards. When I saw the fax saying we had been selected as a finalist I was so excited. I had put myself out there and did something I wanted to do and it was noticed.
My favorite part of the business is when we are taking a flyer at something. Like when we created the World's Biggest Cookie (102 feet and more than 40,000 pounds). Or when we launched refrigerated cookie dough a year ago. We are about to launch refrigerated organic scones and Southern-style organic biscuits to bake at home.
You co-founded the Folk Artists Foundation. How did you get into that?
A. Ever since I was about 20 years old, I was interested in folk art. It wasn't just about the picture. I love a good story; I love finding things and understanding their history. By 31, I was making a documentary film about artists around the South. I enjoyed the artists' personalities and stories and how they approached life. I've been able to help some artists be recognized and connect them with galleries. It's very rewarding.
You use folk art on all of your packaging. Why is that?
A. I wanted the packaging to be Southern but not all gingham and precious. I wanted it to be something eccentric and whimsical. Folk art is my touchstone of sorts—this raw creative approach from simple storytelling and uninhibited creativity.—Susan Segrest
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Eating foie gras may cause mad cow-like disease
June 19, 2007
The researchers say their results provide the first evidence that a food product can hasten the development of amyloids.
"It is not known if there is an increase of Alzheimer's disease, diabetes or other amyloid-related disease in people who have eaten foie gras," said Dr. Alan, director of the Human Immunology and Cancer/Alzheimer's Disease and Amyloid-Related Disorders Research Program at University of Tennessee at Knoxville and lead author of the study. "Our study looked at the existence of amyloid fibrils in foie gras and showed that it could accelerate the development of AA amyloidosis in susceptible mice. Perhaps people with a family history of Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis or other amyloid-associated diseases should avoid consuming foie gras and other foods that may be contaminated with fibrils."
Amyloidosis results from the deposit of normal or mutated proteins into vital organs like the heart, kidneys, liver, pancreas and brain.
"This process leads to organ failure and, eventually, death. There are many types of amyloid-related diseases in addition to rheumatoid arthritis, such as Alzheimer's disease, adult-onset (type-2) diabetes and an illness related to multiple myeloma called primary or AL amyloidosis," explained a release from the University of Tennessee.
Solomon's team analyzed commercially available foie gras from the U.S. and France and found that it contained a type of amyloid that is increased in force-fed birds, like geese and ducks fattened for foie gras production. They found that mice prone to develop AA amyloidosis developed extensive amyloid deposits in the liver, spleen, intestine and other organs after they were injected or fed amyloid extracted from foie gras.
"Eating foie gras probably won't cause a disease in someone who isn't genetically predisposed to it," said Solomon. "More critical is determining what causes these diseases in the first place and, most important, developing new means of diagnosis and treatment designed to rid the body of harmful amyloid deposits or preventing them from occurring or progressing. Indeed, this is the very focus of the work of my team at the University of Tennessee, and we are all deeply committed to achieving this goal. I am hopeful that our research efforts and those of other scientists throughout the world will help those afflicted with these diseases, which exert such a devastating toll on patients and family members alike."
CITATION: Alan Solomon *, Tina Richey *, Charles L. Murphy *, Deborah T. Weiss *, Jonathan S. Wall *, Gunilla T. Westermark , and Per Westermark (2007) Amyloidogenic potential of foie gras. PNAS June 19, 2007
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Productivity, Motivation, and Personal Development Links – 21st June 2009
Today has been Fathers Day here in the UK and I have had a great day with my family. I awoke to my favorite breakfast, Smoked Haddock and Poached Eggs and the day has been great ever since.
I have had another busy week that I cannot believe is over already. This week I visited Wokingham in the UK to perform an onsite test for a client. This is the last test I have for a good few weeks as I have a lot of work to do in the office now to catch up.
Here are my collection of links for this week.
- My first link for this week is a great blog post from the Happy Topics Blog about How to Learn a Little Every Day. I know that I always try to learn something new every day and the amount of information at our fingertips makes this more realistic than ever!
- My second link is a link to a post titled The Art of Single tasking. This post looks at the common usage of multi tasking and how single tasking is a better process for productivity.
- My third link is a link to a great post titled 10 Steps for Turning Gmail into a Productivity Center. I have posted quite a few links for GMail productivity and although I do not use it myself I know these are always well received.
- My fourth link is a link to a post about How much does GTD cost?. Cost is always an issue and maybe more in today's economic climate. This post looks at the cost of implementing GTD on a budget. For me this posts misses one key point and that is the money you save from being more productive. That should be more than even the most elaborate GTD implementation!
- My fifth and last link is a link to Stripped GTD: 3 Habits That Make You More Productive. This posts provides a quick no-nonsense overview of three quick tips for improving your productivity.
Wishing you all a great and productive week!
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said on June 22nd, 2009 at 3:07 am
Love the links – the cost of GTD one is great in particular. One quick note – the Stripped GTD post comes from Stepcase Lifehack (I actually wrote it), and you might want to attribute it there. Just a heads up.
Glad your work craziness is over!
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Hey, you have a great, informative and thoughtful blog here! I'm definitely going to bookmark you!Reply


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Five Man Utd players face Old Trafford AXE as Van Gaal plots savage £81m squad reshuffle
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LOUIS VAN GAAL will wield his Old Trafford axe this summer by selling at least FIVE players in an audacious £81m squad reshuffle. Below is a list of players who have all been linked with moves away from Manchester United.
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Miley Cyrus' Bangerz tour has been heating up. And when there's smoke, there's usually fire–literally, in this case…. Miley's little sis Noah posted a series of videos on Instagram last night showing one of the tour buses going up in flames! Check it out:
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About Those Oysters
By William Brand
Wednesday, February 22nd, 2006 at 8:34 am in Uncategorized.
Just a quick note for those of you who read my column this morning (Feb. 22, 2006) in the Oakland Tribune or the other ANG newspapers. I'm working on the Rogue cheese and beer tasting article at the moment an hope to post it in about two hours: 11 p.m. PST.
Meanwhile, here's some news about Hog Island Oyster Bar in the Ferry building in San Francisco: They have a special each Monday and Thursday from 5-7 p.m. One variety of oysters on the half shell (kind changes from day to day) for $12 a dozen. Beer (and they only carry North Coast's excellent beers) is $3.50 a pint.
On a sunny spring day, this place on the edge of San Francisco Bay is a perfect place to visit. No doubt, you'll see me there.
On the subject of oysters, Luka's Taproom & Lounge, 2221 Broadway, Oakland, also has $1 oyster night each Monday. Luka's has a first rank beer list, including many Belgians on tap.
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Township History includes Courthouse
Act of the General Assembly creating Macoupin County Illinois contributed by Robert Fletcher "The first known white men to cross the land that became Macoupin County were 350 soldiers from Fort Russell in 1812, led by Territorial Governor Ninian Edwards. Perhaps the earliest settlers were part of the so-called "Great Migration," which began at the close of the War of 1812 and had as one of its results the founding of the State of Illinois in 1818." (Taken from the Macoupin County Courthouse Centennial 1867-1967 booklet provided by a committee of citizens with Lucille Paul Carney, Chairman.)
First Macoupin County Courthouse 1829 Newspaper Excerpts relating to that courthouse excerpts from Missi Darnell
A Brief History of Macoupin County an article by Joseph Howell (many area names) - from James Stratmann
1851 Map by Joseph Howell
Personal Recollections of the Early Settlement of Carlinville, Illinois(by Mrs. M.B.W.) - contributed by Mary Ann Stewart Kaylor
The first white child born in Macoupin County was probably Samuel Love born in South Palmyra Township 1822. Descendant of Samuel Love is family researcher Ron Grassi. The Macoupin County Courthouse is a grand and huge structure for such a small county, 47,000 population. In the 1860's, the price of a courthouse costing over a million dollars sounds unthinkable but it was built and still stands off the square in Carlinville as the largest courthouse of its time.
Macoupin County's Famous Courthouse by Cynthia K. Leonard, a genealogy researcher and a newspaper column writer for the Staunton Star Times. Cynthia's article provides a brief history of Macoupin County from its beginning in 1829, the origination of the name Macoupin and the problems in the building of the elaborate courthouse.
Macoupin County Courthouse by Pat Hauter, The courthouse is listed in the National Register of Historic Sites - printed in The Story Of Macoupin County 1829-1979, p 1, by Pat Hauter.
The History Of A Famous Court House Located At Carlinville Illinois by W. B. Brown
Important: Click here for the pictures which go with pages.
Picture of the 1870 million dollar courthouse (recent) courtesy Wayne Hinton **Self-guided tours are available of the Macoupin County Courthouse. The Carlinville Community Chamber of Commerce has recorded the tour on cassette (which takes 20 - 30 minutes) and provided Walkmans for individuals to take their own tours. The walkman and cassette are available in County Clerk Mike Mathis' office during regular business hours. A small deposit is collected, but fully refunded upon return of tape and recorder.
Macoupin County Courthouse in Carlinville (taken early 1900's) from M Trover
Macoupin County Courthouse picture showing the iron fence around it. borrowed by Anne Michael
Early Macoupin County Courthouse postcard from Annette Miner
1869 Macoupin County Jail
Picture of the Veterans Memorial in Carlinville on the courthouse grounds courtesy Wayne and Marie Hinton
Water powered Mills in Macoupin County from Jim Frank, from his book, History of Polk Township
Tunnels In and Around Carlinville - research done by Frank R. Masters
Bridge - Route-66 Deerfield Road - Investigation Report by Frank R. Masters
Stage Coach Inn - courtesy Don Eichen & Frank R. Masters
Heard Mr. Lincoln Make His Speech In Carlinville (Macoupin County Enquirer, August 7, 1929, p 8.) - from M Trover
Around The Square In Eighteen Ninety-Six from Mary McKenzie
1870 Ed Trover letter to Frank and Elizabeth Trover Russell, Carlinville Township contributed by M Trover
Ed Trover's 1905 Recollections of Carlinville contributed by M Trover
Alms House
Bethel Holiness Orphanage and other known orphanages
George Huston Holliday - George Huston Holliday was one of the commissioners appointed in the building
of the courthouse and later he was county clerk when misuse of funds became an issue.
Contributed by Dennis H. Watkins.
Macoupin County Fair of 1859 (Macoupin County Enquirer, March 22, 1911, Page 5 -from Glenda Sue Raffurty McMurry
Jarrot and Samuel Dugger contributed by Lee Waters and Helen Pockrus
Great-Grandfather Gets Arrested Riding His Horse Too Fast shared by Brenda Hersch
Mrs. Millie SEAMAN
RODGERS, One of Our Well-known Citizens,
Remembers Hearing Lincoln and Douglas in Their
Speeches in 1858 - Owns Printed Confession of Aaron
Baptist Church Records
Love, living in Bird Township about 1890 may have
been the first white child born in Macoupin County
by Ron Grassi
Merchants in Brighton -1880
Bunker Hill Township
Old Bunker Hill Macoupin Co IL Newspaper Stories from Mary McKenzie
Old Bunker Hill Newspaper Stories contributed for use by Cindy Leonard
Some Old Settlers Bunker Hill 1889 from the Bunker Hill Gazette contributed by Stephen Crawford
Bill Behrens Memories, Bunker Hill, as told to Lula Vaughn
Grandma Ladendroff - Bunker Hill IL written by Lula Vaughn
A Sketch of Woodburn - Bunker Hill Township (Bunker Hill Gazette, July 6, 1876, page 2.)
Charles A. Jacobi letter from Frank Sellers
Bunker Hill Man Votes For 58 Yrs, Is Not Citizen from Debbi Geer and Linda Kmiecik
Cahokia Township
Eagerville, Cahokia Township, history from Freida Price
Hornsby History Cahokia Township from Shirley Denson
Coliseum, Dominic Tarro, Benld courtesy of Mathias, Leonard and Heyen
Lacy shares encounters with Capone and Lindbergh, news article
Spring Creek Church
An Old Settler 4 Sept 1871 article
Chesterfield Township
History of Harmony Baptist Church
History of the Loomis House, Chesterfield Township (Macoupin County Enquirer January 9, 1901) - from Glenda Sue Raffurty McMurry
History of Historic Chesterfield Congregational Church (Macoupin County Enquirer, February 21, 1923) - from Glenda Sue Raffurty McMurry
Medora History, Chesterfield Township from Mary McKenzie
1934 Medora High School Yearbook from Jere Braden
Dorchester Township
Dorchester History Carlinville Free Democrat and Macoupin Times - from Cindy Leonard and Mary McKenzie
Wilsonville Is Newest Town In Old Macoupin, Litchfield News Herald - from Edna Grosenheider
Gillespie Township
Larry Clark remembers Gillespie
Growing Up In Coal Town: Main Street by Victor Hicken
Mount Clare History from Edna Grosenheider
Lawyer Gives Farm To Blackburn College, St Louis Post Dispatch - from Larry Clark
Hopewell Baptist Deed
Lester Kahl murders Marguerite Slaughter Kahl - 1924 from David Richards
Howard Keel
Girard Township
Girard History, Girard Gazette - from Carolynn Jones Bettis
Girard History, excerpted Girard 1855-1955, Historical Committee - from Carolynn Jones Bettis
Orphanage at the Church of the Brethern Home
Head of Otter Creek Primitive Baptist Deed
Hilyard Township
History of Plainview - researched, written and donated by Jim Frank
History of Wagner Cemetery - researched, written and donated by Jim Frank
Corrections to the History of Wagner Cemetery from Debbi Geer
The Cyclone, Shipman and Plainview Vicinity, 1883, Macoupin County Ilinois, from the Carlinville Democrat, typed and donated by Sue McMurry
Where Was Brooklyn, Macoupin County, and When Was It Laid Out, and By Whom?(Carlinville Democrat, 24 December 1930) - from Robert L. Shultz
Centerville Record - Seventh Homecoming 1930 -
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Point Township
Macoupin County
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NAACP employees were going through the mail Thursday at national headquarters in Baltimore when they found a strange-looking envelope. It bore no return address and had a Memphis, Tenn., postmark — just like letters to President Barack Obama and a Republican senator this week that tested positive for the deadly poison ricin.
Within minutes, the FBI ordered workers to evacuate, and emergency responders rushed to the scene.
It turned out to be a false alarm; the letter was a request for assistance. But the incident highlighted the jitters felt across the region this week, with courthouse evacuations and heightened security following the bomb attacks on the Boston Marathon and the poisoned letters in Washington.
"We're very conscious of everything going on," said Roger C. Vann, chief operating officer and chief of staff for NAACP.
Vann said similarities between the correspondence received at NAACP headquarters on Mount Hope Drive and the ricin letters that were intercepted before they could reach Obama and Sen. Roger Wicker of Mississippi aroused suspicions.
The civil rights organization quickly alerted authorities, who ordered all 100 employees to evacuate. The Baltimore City Fire Department's Technical Decontamination Unit and Special Operations Command trucks, a host of hazardous-materials workers and Baltimore police officers converged on the scene.
Within hours, they rolled back out. The FBI determined that the letter was "a nonhazard, nonsuspicious letter," agency spokesman Richard Wolf said.
Michael Greenberger, director of the University of Maryland Center for Health and Homeland Security, said false alarms are common after an attack, but that people should not feel embarrassed about reporting something that later turns out to be nothing.
"I'm a better-safe-than-sorry man," Greenberger said. "If someone in my law school building thought they saw something, I'm happy to walk out and be proved wrong."
FBI agents made an arrest Wednesday in the ricin mailings. Greenberger said the charges against Paul Kevin Curtis, 45, of Mississippi, will likely calm nerves.
"If this is, as it appears to be, a single person who has been arrested, this will die down," he said.
Officials said they are being especially cautious nonetheless.
Given the NAACP's history of being the focus of threats and acts of violence, Vann said, the organization constantly updates its system of safety measures and protocols. It followed them closely Thursday, he said.
"Everything worked like clockwork," he said.
Ryan O'Doherty, a spokesman for Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake, said the city boosted its mail security this week in response to the ricin letter in D.C. He declined to provide details, to avoid compromising the protections.
Raquel M. Guillory, a spokeswoman for Gov. Martin O'Malley, said Maryland has "coordinated throughout state government to ensure that protective measures are in place and up to date."
O'Malley and another state official were targeted in 2011 with mailed incendiary devices, prompting a temporary shutdown of government mailrooms. No one has been arrested; U.S. Postal Inspector Frank Schissler said Thursday that that investigation is continuing.
Schissler said the Postal Service checks mail at its processing facilities. Many government agencies add their own scanning operations.
"I can't go into the details of what the system does or does not detect, because that kind of gives away what we're trying to prevent," he said.
Other threats, which proved to be hoaxes, have come in across the region.


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Bear Creek Academy is a therapeutic day school for students ages 11- 18 with learning and emotional disabilities. Our curriculum combines the general education courses required by the state for each grade level with a variety of engaging electives, community enrichment projects, and therapeutic activities designed to help our students achieve academic and emotional success. When learning is interactive and provides opportunities for personal growth, students become invested in their personal education and in turn begin to take ownership of their future.
Each classroom is staffed with an instructional teacher and a therapeutic advocate/teacher's aide. The daily classes will be in a small group setting, no more than 8 students per class, and provide students with needed accommodations and attention to meet their academic goals with success. The goal of the classroom is to provide students with a comfortable, safe environment for learning. Our small class sizes and in-school counseling interventions focus on helping our students learn social and emotional coping skills that they can utilize to learn more efficiently and to support their own personal growth.
In addition to our traditional academic classes, our teachers and therapeutic advocates engage in individualized and personalized instruction that utilizes diverse methods in environments beyond the classroom, from service learning opportunities within the community to powerful experiential outdoor adventures.
We are proud to be located in the Cumberland County Community Center, near the intersection of Route 45 and Highway 60. Our location in the heart of the county means that Cumberland, Buckingham, Prince Edward, and Powhatan counties now have affordable local access to private special education day school services. We believe that as a locally owned, community-based school we can effectively meet the educational, cultural, and economic needs of our community.
For all the latest BCA news, check out our 2012 Newsletter (PDF, 616 KB).
Bear Creek Academy's Conservation Corps has logged hundreds of man-hours at Bear Creek Lake State Park. Read about it in the Virginia State Park's Blog.
In addition to working with Bear Creek Lake State Park, our students have also been helping to build and tend a community garden at the Cumberland County Community Center. They have also worked extensively with the restoration of Ellis Acres Memorial Park in Buckingham and the High Bridge Trail State Park in Farmville.
Students enrolled in history classes took a trip to Colonial Williamsburg last semester. All of the students took an active role in colonial life - some by participating in simulated court trials and assembly meetings, others by engaging in everyday activities such as carrying water, splitting firewood, and making candles.
Earlier last year, one of our summer school groups traveled to the National D-Day memorial located in Bedford,VA. During the guided tour they learned all the details about the planning, implementation, and outcome of the Allied invasion on the beaches of Normandy. Students came away with a deeper understanding of the sacrifices made by the brave soldiers involved in the operation.
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1-3) A boy, who always gets bullied is told by his dad that the day he turns sixteen he is going to get someone that will always be with him. The boy, Kazu-kun, believes it will be a fiancee, since his dad got a wife (his mom) and his grandma a husband (his grandpa) on their sixteen birthday, but oh surprise, it is a boy and he is a ninja. So begins the story between Kazu-kun and Masanaru and their romance.
4) Path To Happiness
Single father and jobless Yagami Chiharu is saved from being hit by a car by an old high school friend, Okumura Masakazu, but the latter gets injured. So Yagami becomes Okumura's housekeeper until he recovers from his injury.
5) Project Section 3: Only For Two
Yokohama Takashi became a toy maker chasing a childhood dream, but when his project gets the worst selling record, he is demoted in the third section, where all the employees end up quitting... Will Yokohama be able to revive the team with the support of the section manager?
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For some people, the garage is a place to store stuff. While primarily designed to house vehicles while they aren't in use and keep them out of the elements, many garages don't even have enough space for a car. You've probably seen one or two on your street-boxes piled to the ceiling, old lawn mowers and appliances stacked against the walls, or shelves lining the entire garage so the wife can stock her Amway business. Sacrilege, we say.
For car lovers, and that obviously includes Mustang Monthly readers, the garage is typically an extension of the home living area. Whether it's an attached single or a separate and purpose-built garage/workshop/rec-room, the Mustang owner's garage is a sanctuary, a place for working on the car (or cars), displaying trophies, hanging Mustang/Ford posters and photos, showing off die-cast collections, and lounging with friends. As you can see from the following photos and descriptions, Mustang Monthly reader garages are just like their Mustangs-mild or wild, but always clean and well-detailed.
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Ken Denure created a cozy spot for his pair of Calypso Corral '70s, a Boss 302 and Mach 1. Decorated with old gas pumps and NASCAR memorabilia (he's obviously a Rusty Wallace fan), the Denure garage/workshop also includes cabinets salvaged from a church fire, a display area for his many trophies, a TV, a refrigerator, and a comfy recliner.
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Glenn Dispoto of Hollywood, Florida, finally tired of the mess in his garage, so he gathered up all the extra parts obtained during the restoration of his three vintage Mustangs and sold them on eBay to fund the overhaul. With help from his brother, Glenn built walls to conceal pipes and wires, then painted horizontal stripes on them with red baseboard trim. Next came the installation of an Armstrong checkerboard floor and a Craftsman cabinet system. The garage currently houses Glenn's '70 428 CJ Mach 1, '71 convertible, '72 Mach 1, and '05 GT.
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After years of storing his '70 Shelby GT350 in a remote storage facility, Steve Trevisan decided to build a proper garage for his treasured fastback. Located on his home property in Barto, Pennsylvania, the 36x48-foot detached garage was built by Steve with a little help from his friends. He says, "I need to give a big shout out to Mike Raddisan for the electric work and Mark Bedle for all his hard work in getting the garage done in less than a year." Starting with a steel-frame building, the garage is finished with a concrete floor with blue U-Coat-It coating, cabinets, full water and electricity, and a 22x12-foot paint booth. "The paint booth was an afterthought," Steve adds. "It's a great place to paint and practice my airbrushing." An autobody repair/painter by trade, Steve recently joined the team at Glazier/Nolan Mustang Barn Restorations in Souderton, Pennsylvania.


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Industry watchdog's are warning people to be wary of bogus callers.
South East Water has joined in the call by Consumer Council for Water and published its top tips to help households outsmart distraction burglaries.
Nine bogus caller crimes are reported every day in England and Wales with thieves posing as utility company officials and tricking their way into peoples home before stealing their valuables.
Almost a fifth of the 3,177 incidents reported in 2013-14 involved people posing as staff from a water company which no longer exist.
The callers may appear to be wearing something resembling a company uniform, so South East Water are advising people to ask for identification before opening their door.
"Be assured that all of our samplers wear a company uniform and show their identity card without being asked" - Steve Andrews, South East Water
Steve Andrews, head of customer and commercial services at South East Water, said: "All water companies carry out tests on water collected at random from kitchen taps in customers' homes and as these tests are random we are unable to make an appointment before visiting.
"Be assured that all of our samplers wear a company uniform and show their identity card without being asked."
Dame Yve Buckland, chair of the Consumer Council for Water, said: "If you have an elderly family member, friend or neighbour who is particularly vulnerable we'd urge you to share our simple advice with them to help protect them and give you and them peace of mind.
"This type of crime is very distressing for victims, as bogus callers exploit people's vulnerability."
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