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Arthritis Therapy - Exercise: Tai Chi and Qigong
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both safe and effective. Article
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Program. By Paul Lam and Judith Horstman. New York DK (Dorling Kindersley) Publishing,
2002. Index, reading list, resource lists, 144 pages, 165 color photographs.
ISBN: 0789484315. Reviews MGC. This Tai Chi for Arthritis program is supported by the
Arthritis Foundation of Australia and Arthritis Care of the UK, and adopted by the Arthritis
Foundation of the USA. Designed by Dr. Paul Lam in conjunction with a team of Tai Chi and
medical experts, it is proven by scientific study to relieve pain and improve quality of life,
and supported by many arthritis foundations.
PACE. People With Arthritis Can Exercise. Arthritis Foundation.
Patients Rate Tai Chi Chuan as a Remedy for Osteoarthritis Remedy Find
People With Arthritis Can Exercise (PACE) Arthritis Foundation. PACE courses were designed
by physicians and other arthritis health professionals specifically for individuals with arthritis. PACE
is an eight (8) week exercise course, which meets once a week for one hour.
Peking Taijiquan 24 Movement Simplified Form, Yang Style List of movements.
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Cultivation. By Liang, Shou-Yu and Wu, Wen-Ching. Edited by Denise Breiter-Wu.
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Qi Journal
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Relaxation (Sung) in Tai Chi: Links, Bibliography, Quotes, Notes
Role of Exercise in Arthritis. By Susan Bartlett. John Hopkins Arthritis. References
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Silk Reeling, Chan Ssu Gong: Links, bibliography, quotes, notes.
Strength Training Anatomy. By Frederic Delavier. Champaign, Illinois, Human Kinetics,
2001. 124 pages. ISBN: 0736041850. Revised edition of "Guide des mouvements de
musculation" Paris, Ditions Bigot, 1998. An outstanding illustrated guide to muscles
at work. Both male and female models are used. MGC.
Strong Women and Men Beat Arthritis: The Scientifically Proven Program That Allows
People with Arthritis to Take Charge of Their Disease. By Miriam E. Nelson, Kristin
Baker, and Lawrence Linder. Putnam Publishing Co., 2002. 288 pages.
"Studies on the Health Benefits of Tai Chi." By Charlotte Jones. T'ai Chi: The International Magazine of Tai Chi Chuan: Vol. 30, No. 4, August, 2006, pp. 14-20. Bibliography.
"Study Shows T'ai Chi Aids Arthritis Conditions," T'ai Chi: The International
Magazine of T'ai Chi Ch'uan, Vol. 26, No. 1, February 2002, p. 5.
Subject Index to the Cloud Hands Website
Sung (Relaxation) in Tai Chi: Links, Bibliography, Quotes, Notes
Sun Style Tai Chi Chuan Links, bibliography, videos, quotes, notes.
Sun Style Tai Chi - 73 Forms. The Competition Forms. An instructional videotape
by Dr. Paul Lam. A competition form created by Professor Men Hui Feng of Beijing
University based on the Sun style. "This detailed instructional video includes a
demonstration of the set by its creator, Professor Men Hui Feng. Sun style is
characterized by its powerful Qigong elements, agile steps and flowing
movements." VHS, 103 minutes. Contents: Introduction to Tai Chi and the
Sun style. Comprehensive instructions. Demonstrations of the complete set
by Dr. Paul Lam from front and back views. A demonstration by the creator
of the set, Professor Men.
"Tai Chi - An Exercise For All Ages." By Paul Lam, M.D.. Arthritis Self-Management,
November/December 2003.
Tai Chi Chuan and Health Articles An excellent selection of articles presented by the
Northwest Tai Chi Chuan Association.
T'ai Chi Ch'uan and Qigong. Guides, bibliographies, links, quotations, notes, lessons.
Tai Chi Chuan: A Slow Dance for Health. By John Cheng, MD. "The Physician and
Sports Medicine", Volume 27, No. 6, June, 1999. Excellent advice for older persons.
Tai Chi for Arthritis. This website is dedicated to inform and promote the
program "Tai Chi for Arthritis" developed by Paul Lam, M.D..
Tai Chi for Arthritis. DVD. Narwee, Australia, East Action Video, 1997. 80 Minutes.
DVD format. In 4 languages: English, Spanish, French, and Chinese (Mandarin).
Created by Paul Lam, M.D., a family physician in Sydney, Australia and
internationally acclaimed Tai Chi Chuan teacher. This work is supported by
the Arthritis Foundation of Australia. Reviews MGC.
Tai Chi for Arthritis. Instructional DVD, 80 minutes. Narwee, Australia,
East Action Video, 1997. The DVD is in four languages: English, Spanish,
French, and Chinese (Mandarin). ISBN: B000066G1X.
There is also an instructional videotape version. Wellspring Media, 1998.
ISBN: 1885538847. Also available in Spanish and Chinese (Mandarin).
Created by Paul Lam, M.D.. Created by Paul Lam, M.D., a family physician
in Sydney, Australia and internationally acclaimed Tai Chi Chuan teacher.
This work is supported by the Arthritis Foundation of Australia. A short
12 movement Sun style taijiquan form is used.
Tai Chi for Arthritis, Part 2. Videotape, 2001. ISBN: B00005U59X. Created by
Paul Lam, M.D., a family physician in Sydney, Australia and internationally acclaimed
Tai Chi Chuan teacher. This work is supported by the Arthritis Foundation of Australia.
Tai Chi for Arthritis Association of America
Tai Chi for Arthritis Association of America Newsletters
Tai Chi for Arthritis Handbook. Created by Paul Lam, M.D., a family physician in Sydney,
Australia and internationally acclaimed Tai Chi Chuan teacher. This work is supported by
the Arthritis Foundation of Australia. 60 pages. Intended to accompany the use of
DVD or videotape Tai Chi for Arthritis. Reviews Narwee, Australia, East Action
Publishing Ty Ltd., 2000. ISBN: 0957860501. MGC.
Tai Chi for Arthritis Newsletter
Tai Chi for Health Troyce Thome, San Diego. Master Teacher of Tai Chi for Arthritis.
T'ai Chi for Older Adults. VHS videotape. Instructional videotape by Paul Lam, M.D.
Wellspring Media, 1999. ASIN: 188553891X.
T'ai Chi for Seniors: How to Gain Flexibility, Strength, and Inner Peace.
By Philip Bonifonte. New Age Books, 2004. 216 pages. ISBN: 1564146979.
Tai Chi for Health. Troyce Thome, Tai Chi for Arthritis Master Trainer. San Diego, California.
Tai Chi - Fountain of Youth. By Frank Petrillo, Jr. 15Kb.
Tai Chi: Health for Life. How and Why It Works for Health, Stress Relief, and Longevity.
By Bruce Frantzis. Berkeley, California, Blue Snake Books, Energy Arts Inc., c 2006.
Index, 320 pages. ISBN: 1583941444. MGC.
Tai Chi Improves Balance in Strength in Older Persons Science Daily report on 2005
article in the Journal of Advanced Nursing.
Tai Chi Productions. Dr. Paul Lam provides Tai Chi information and instructional
videos, articles, DVDs and books.
Tai Chi Productions Newsletters
Tai Chi Reduces Falls in Older People, Senior Journal, 6/27/05
Taijiquan for Good Health, Fitness and Vitality
Taoist Qigong for Health and Vitality: A Complete Program of Movement, Meditation and
Healing Sounds. By Hon, Sat Chuen. Boston, Shambhala, 2003. 208 pages. MGC.
ISBN: 1590300688. For an audio recording of the Healing Sounds is online.
The Tao of Health, Sex and Longevity: A Modern Practical Guide to the Ancient
Way. By Daniel P. Reid. New York, a Fireside Book, Simon and Schuster, 1989.
Index, 405 pages. ISBN: 067164811X.
The Tao of Tai-Chi Chuan: Way to Rejuvenation. By Jou, Tsung, Hwa. Edited by Shoshana
Shapiro. Warwick, New York, Tai Chi Foundation, 1980. 263 pages. First Edition.
ISBN: 0804813574. Excellent textbook.
Dr. Jason Theodosakis Online
Thome, Troyce. Tai Chi for Arthritis Master Trainer. San Diego, California.
Top Ten Reasons to Exercise When You Have Arthritis
Treating Arthritis With Exercise
The United States National Medical Library/MEDLINE
The Way of Energy: Mastering the Chinese Art of Internal Strength with Chi Kung Exercise.
By Master Lam Kam Chen. New York, Fireside, Simon and Schuster, 1991. A Gaia Original.
Index, 191 pages. ISBN: 0671736450.
The Way of Qigong: The Art and Science of Chinese Energy Healing. By Kenneth S. Cohen.
Foreword by Larry Dossey. New York Ballantine Books, 1997. Index, notes, appendices,
427 pages. ISBN: 0345421094. One of my favorite books: comprehensive,
informative, practical, and scientific. DVD and audiotape set from Sounds True.
Why Should People With Arthritis Exercise Virtual Health - Men's Health.
Yang Family Traditional Taijiquan Long Form
Yoga Guides, bibliographies, links, quotations, notes, lessons.
"Tai Chi Chuan's many health benefits
include increased strength, energy (Chi or Ki), balance,
mobility, flexibility and coordination, along with an improved ability to handle mental and emotional
stress, better concentration and improved posture. Today many doctors recommend Tai Chi to
their patients to help rehabilitate themselves with both physical and mental problems. Many of
the ailments include but are not limited to arthritis, rheumatism, heart disease, cerebral palsy,
fibromyalgia, M.S., A.D.D., ostyroparlysis, anxiety and panic attacks, back and knee injuries,
and cancer too name just a few. In fact many major foundations and organizations
like The Arthritis Foundation recommend Tai Chi as a beneficial aid to help keep patients
in remission."
- Master Dodaro, Chicago Tai Chi Chuan and Shaolin Kenpo
"T'ai Chi is proven quite safe for the symptoms of most arthritis
sufferers, and what is best
about this exercise is that they don't need any equipment or special clothes. They can
do T'ai Chi ... any time during their daily life."
- Rhayun Song, 2002, From a presentation at the annual meeting of the American College
of Rheumatology in San Francisco.
"Two papers have demonstrated that people with rheumatoid arthritis can
safely practice Tai Chi Chuan
without exacerbating symptoms. Kirsteins divided 40 patients in two groups: 20 controls and 20 who
participated in Tai Chi Chuan. He found that Tai Chi caused no significant exacerbation of joint symptoms.
He concluded that Tai Chi Chuan could serve as an integral part of their rehabilitation program. In a
second randomized prospective study by Deusen, 16 patients who participated in a Tai Chi Chuan program
were found to have greater upper extremity range of motion than the control group who did not
participate in any exercise program."
- Bill Gallagher, Clinical Trails Show How Tai Chi Chuan Helps Heart, Arthritis, and Motor Function.
"Doing research on the
health benefits of tai chi is challenging because although we all
know that tai chi has many benefits, some of those benefits can be difficult to define. In
fact, the most interesting and subtle aspects of tai chi are the most difficult to research.
Therefore, we look at qualities that are easy to measure, such as balance and strength.
It's important to compare two completely identical groups and expose one to Tai Chi for
Arthritis training and give the other group a different exercise, or just place them on a
wait list. The professionals who measure the participants before and after the study
don't know which individuals are in the tai chi group, so the results those professionals
will give are unbiased. This is called a "blind, randomized controlled trial" and is
considered the most reliable type of research."
- Stephanie Taylor, MD, 11/2003, Tai Chi for Arthritis Newsletter #2
"Studies have shown that exercise helps people with arthritis in many ways. Exercise reduces joint pain
and stiffness and increases flexibility, muscle strength, cardiac fitness, and endurance. It also helps with
weight reduction and contributes to an improved sense of well-being. Exercise is one part of a comprehensive
arthritis treatment plan. Treatment plans also may include rest and relaxation, proper diet, medication, and
instruction about proper use of joints and ways to conserve energy (that is, not waste motion) as well as the
use of pain relief methods."
- National Institute of Arthritis
"A new study confirms what has been reported by other researchers since 1996 � Tai Chi, a martial
arts form that enhances balance and body awareness through slow, graceful and precise body
movements, can improve balance, build strength and reduce the risk of falls in the elderly. The new
study published in the Journal of Advanced Nursing reported on a group of fall-prone senior citizens,
with an average age of 78, living in residential care. Twenty nine undertook a 12-week Tai Chi course
three times a week and 30 formed the non-exercise control group. They found that the physical fitness
of the exercise group showed significant improvement, with stronger knee and ankle muscles, improved
mobility and flexibility and better balance."
- Tai Chi Reduces Falls in Older People, Senior Journal, 6/27/05
Michael P. Garofalo
Tai Chi for Arthritis Instructor
23005 Kilkenny Lane
Red Bluff, California 96080
Phone: 530-200-3546
Send E-mail to Mike
Website: Arthritis Therapy - Exercise: Tai Chi and Qigong
Mike Garofalo
was certified by Dr. Paul Lam, MD, to teach the Tai
Chi for Arthritis program.
Mike was certified in the Tai Chi for Arthritis, Part 2 Course, on April 2, 2006, by the authorized
Tai Chi for Arthritis Master Trainer, Troyce Thome. The Tai Chi for Arthritis program was
created by Dr. Paul Lam and supported by the Arthritis Foundation of Australia, Arthritis
Care of UK, and adapted by the Arthritis Foundation of the United States of America.
In the one hour class, Mike teaches the standard Tai Chi for Arthritis program: 10 minutes
of gentle warming up exercises, 40 minutes of Sun-style Tai Chi movement, and 10 minutes
of cooling down exercises. This gentle, energizing, and interesting exercise program is suitable
for all adults; and, especially beneficial for individuals with arthritis and for all senior citizens.
Students can sit and rest anytime as needed. Persons with any serious medical problems
should, of course, consult with their doctor before beginning any new exercise program.
Sun style of T'ai Chi Ch'uan was created by Grand Master Sun Lu-Tang (1861-1933). It is
one of the five major styles of T'ai Chi Ch'uan practiced around the world. Sun T'ai Chi Ch'uan
is known for its upright and high stances, supporting "follow step" footwork, and energizing (Qigong)
open-close movements. The Tai Chi for Arthritis version of the Sun style of T'ai Chi Ch'uan,
developed by Dr. Paul Lam, includes an 11 movement introductory movement form, and then
a 30 movement intermediate form (which includes the 11 movement form). All T'ai Chi Ch'uan
movement forms emphasize relaxation (Sung), correct posture, concentration, elegance,
balance, openness, playfulness, calmness, and the effective use of the energy in the body.
There is great depth to the mind-body arts of T'ai Chi Ch'uan, so that people can develop a
lifelong exercise habit to improve their fitness, health, vitality and sense of well being.
Michael P. Garofalo, M.S., has studied T'ai Chi Ch'uan since 1986, and has been teaching
T'ai Chi Ch'uan and Qigong since 2000 for the Valley Spirit Center in Red Bluff, California.
He also teaches T'ai Chi Ch'uan, Qigong and Yoga at the Tehama Family Fitness Center
in Red Bluff. He teaches the Yang and Sun styles of T'ai Chi Ch'uan, and many
Qigong forms.
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Subject Index to the Cloud Hands Website
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By Donna MilesAmerican Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, July 9, 2007 China is following up on its stated interest in closer military ties with the United States but not as quickly or completely as initially hoped, an outgoing senior defense official said.
"They have been more willing to engage, but it is engagement by millimeters and increments," Richard Lawless told reporters July 6 during a media roundtable. He retired June 30 from his position as deputy under secretary for Asian and Pacific security affairs.
Of particular concern, he said, is China's failure to accept U.S. offers to engage in nuclear policy talks.
"The offer has been on the table for well over a year and a half for them to engage in a discussion about their strategic nuclear forces," he said. "This is a big deal. And it is a particularly big deal when you see the pace of deployment and the pace of development and where we are going to be in just three or four years."
Despite U.S. urging to discuss these developments now, before China deploys its new systems, "to date, that interest on our part has met with pretty much silence," Lawless said.
China's unwillingness to discuss its intentions -- about its nuclear program or its military expansion overall -- leaves the United States and its allies in the region "with no choice but to assume the worst," he said.
"China is very determined to build up its military capacity. It is demonstrating that," he said. "When you don't know why they are doing it, it is pretty damn threatening."
Lawless called dialog, visits and other interactions important steps toward building understanding between the United States and China.
Progress toward increasing military-to-military engagements between the two countries is "overall, not bad," and educational exchanges are on the rise, he said. But even when these occur, China doesn't reciprocate with the same level of openness the United States offers, Lawless said.
He noted that the United States pulled out all stops for a top Chinese naval officer who visited, providing him "unprecedented access to everything that he asked for." Yet when arrangements were being made for Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chief of naval operations, to visit China, "nowhere near that same level of reciprocity was being discussed or offered," he said.
"So I guess the key word here is 'disappointment,'" Lawless said. "What we expect the Chinese to do is give us the same level of access that we give them here in the United States. … And if that cannot be reciprocated, then we have a very serious disconnect."
Visits aren't the end-all in a bilateral military relationship, Lawless conceded. "But the visits are an important meter stick or indicator of what this relationship is and what it is not, and it also shows us where we need to go with the relationship," he said. "And we have a long way to go to get where we want to be."

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Read below for more details about what the I-20/DS-2019 is, how to apply for a student visa, , living arrangements during your studies, tips for making travel plans, and other resources to making sure you are prepared for the transition to the USF.
The I-20 form is a 3-page, computer-generated document that is used by F-1 students. The I-20 will usually be enclosed with your acceptance letter from the Admission Office or academic department. The DS-2019 form is a 2-page, computer-generated document for J-1 students that is issued by the ISSS office or your "sponsoring agency." Please check the information on your I-20 or DS-2019 to ensure that it is accurate. If there is an error on your I-20 or DS-2010 form (e.g., name misspelled, wrong date of birth, etc.) please contact the office that sent you your form as soon as possible.
If you are transferring from another U.S. school/college/university, your I-20 should be marked as "transfer pending from: (the name of your previous school)." The SEVIS ID number should be the same as your previous I-20. If you previously graduated from USF and have started a new degree program, your I-20 will be marked "initial" and the SEVIS ID number should be the same as your previous I-20.
If you have been accepted to more than one U.S. college or university and have received more than one I-20 or DS-2019, do not apply for the student visa until you have decided which school you will attend. If you decide to attend USF, use the USF I-20/DS-2019 to apply for your student visa and enter the United States using the same I-20/DS-2019!
The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requires F-1 and J-1 visa applicants to pay a one-time fee to supplement the administration and maintenance costs of the Student and Exchange Information System (SEVIS). The fee for F-1 visa applicants is $200; the fee for J-1 visa applicants is $180. The SEVIS fee should be processed by DHS at least three (3) business days prior to the consular interview. The SEVIS fee is not payable at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate. You or another person (e.g., friend or family) may pay the SEVIS fee either by mail or online.
To Pay By Mail:
To Pay Online:
DHS will issue and mail an official paper receipt (I-797) within three days of processing the fee regardless of payment method. Express delivery service for the I-797 receipt may be requested at an additional cost. Anyone who submits an individual fee electronically will be able to print out an electronic receipt immediately at the time of payment for use in advance of the mail delivery of the official paper receipt. Although SEVIS fee payments will be recorded by DHS in the SEVIS system and will eventually be used by government officials to document the SEVIS fee payment, it is recommended that the official paper receipt be used to apply for the visa. Please note, DHS will not refund the SEVIS fee if F-1 students are not granted a visa or choose not to come to the United States after their visas are granted. However, if your visa application is denied and you reapply for a new F-1 visa within 12 months of the denial, you will not have to pay the fee again.
What is a Visa and do I need One? A visa is a physical stamp in your passport that is used at a port of entry (typically an airport) to enter the United States. It is issued by a U.S. Embassy or Consulate abroad. The type of visa you use to enter the United States determines the type of status you will have during your stay. You will need a student (F-1 or J-1) visa to study in the United States, unless you are entering the United States with a Canadian passport.
If you are transferring from another U.S. school/college/university or pursuing another degree at USF, you do not need to apply for a new student visa unless your visa has expired and you are leaving the United States before starting your program at USF. Please note that it is impossible to obtain a visa once in the United States.
How do I apply for a Visa? To apply for a visa, you will need to schedule an appointment at the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate in your home country. Visa processing times, application procedures, and requested supporting documents vary from one U.S. Embassy/Consulate to another, so please check with the Embassy or Consulate where you plan to apply for your visa. For a complete list of U.S. Embassies and Consulates, please visit http://usembassy.state.gov/. Several standard items are required for the student visa application:
The consular officer may request additional documents, such as evidence of English language proficiency, school records to verify academic preparation, additional evidence of strong ties to your home country and/or your ability to support yourself while in the United States. Read all visa application documents carefully so that you know exactly what you are agreeing to when you enter the United States on a student visa.
A brief interview with a consular officer may be required as well. Be prepared to answer questions regarding the reasons for which you have decide to attend a U.S. university, your ties to your home county, and your future plans after completing your academic program.
If approved, the consular officer will stamp a student visa in your passport. Please read it carefully and confirm it is a student visa (F-1 or J-1) and the information printed on the visa is accurate. If you receive a multiple entry visa, you may use it to enter the United States as many times as you wish up to the date of its expiration as long as you have a valid I-20 or DS-2019 form. If you receive a numbered-entry visa, you will be allowed to enter the United States only for the number of times specified on the visa stamp up to the date of its expiration.
The SEVIS fee is not required when transferring schools within the United States, changing to another degree program or level, requesting a program extension, renewing a student visa, or using F-1 program benefits such as practical training. If you are in lawful status prior to travelling internationally and have less than a 5 month break in your studies, you will not be required to pay the SEVIS fee.
SEVIS Transfers: If you are transferring to USF, you must request your previous institution to release your SEVIS record to USF. Once the SEVIS transfer is complete, USF will issue a new I-20 that will be mailed to you. Be sure to provide your previous institution with a copy of your USF acceptance letter and inform them you would like to be transferred.
Change of Degree Level at USF: If you are changing from one USF degree to another, you will get a new I-20 at the end of your current program. If you plan to travel in-between the degrees, you should inform the respective admissions office (graduate or undergraduate) of your plans and where you would like your I-20 sent.
Living on-campus provides you with an authentic college experience that no student should miss. It is a chance to make new friends, learn first-hand about a different culture, and participate fully in the campus community. Accommodations on campus typically include two students living in one residence hall room. Your reservation for housing is not processed until you complete the application and accept your housing assignment. If you would like to live on campus (or if you are required to live on campus) you must complete the online application in MyUSF. To access the application, log into MyUSF, click on the Student Tab, and click on USFrooms. For more information on how to apply for housing and the USF on-campus living requirement, visit Student Housing and Residential Education (SHaRE) at www.usfca.edu/housing/.
If you are a transfer student with upper-class status (e.g., sophomore, junior, senior), then you also have the opportunity for living on campus in a specific theme community: The Global Residential Community (GRC). The GRC is a year-long on-campus program that provides upper class residential students with a unique academic and experiential learning opportunity. Members of GRC are USF international and domestic students who want to learn more about different cultures and share their own. Students live on the same floor of a residence hall and gather weekly to participate in activities (e.g., international films, art museums, restaurants, plays, etc.). International students are encouraged to apply. For more information, contact ISSS or SHaRE.
Please note that the housing contract is a legally binding agreement; once signed, you are required to live on campus for the duration of the contract. University housing operates August through May with a brief closure during the winter holidays (usually around December 15-31). On-campus housing is very popular, so be certain to apply as soon as possible. If you have difficulties or questions, please contact the Student Housing and Residential Education office email@example.com or (1)(415) 422-6824. You should secure your housing arrangements before arriving at USF.
If you are eligible for and decide to live off campus, do not apply for housing using USFrooms. However, if you fall into a category of student that is required to live on campus and you would like to be considered for exemption from this requirement, you must log in to the USFrooms system and complete the housing exemption form.
Student Housing and Residential Education offers some assistance in locating off-campus housing. However, renting an apartment in San Francisco will take some time and effort and is ultimately up to the student to find their own off-campus accommodations. The best resource to start your search is the USF Off-Campus housing website: http://www.usfca.edu/offcampushousing/.
More About Living Off-Campus: With the competitive rental market, it can take up to three weeks to locate accommodation, so plan your arrival and living arrangements in San Francisco accordingly. In order to rent an apartment, most rental agencies and landlords will verify your "credit history" in the United States, which would be evidenced by prior rentals in the United States, U.S. bank accounts, or credit cards. However, if you are new to the United States, then you can explain to the landlord that you do not have the mentioned documents. Additionally, ISSS has created a letter that explains these circumstances on behalf of USF international students. To access the letter, visit http://web.usfca.edu/isss/vendor/ and follow the instructions provided. Typically, landlords are understanding and welcome international guests.
A "lease" (or rental agreement) is a binding legal contract between you and the property owner that obligates you to pay the landlord monthly rent for the duration of the lease. Most leases are for 12 months and are very difficult to alter or break. Living off-campus, while providing greater independence, may also result in expenses that you would not have if living on campus. These extra expenses include furniture, house appliances, transportation costs, and utilities such as water, electric, and gas service.
When you first arrive in San Francisco you will likely need an immediate place to stay while you continue your search for more permanent housing. A listing of local hotels, hostels, and residence clubs is available on the housing website: http://www.usfca.edu/offcampushousing/.
International students are expected to arrive at USF prior to the start of International Student Orientation (as orientation approaches, dates, times, and schedule details will be available at www.usfca.edu/isss/orientation;). In most cases, the date of the International Student Orientation will also be the program start date indicated on your Certificate of Eligibility (I-20 or DS-2019). If you cannot arrive by the program start date specified on your Certificate of Eligibility, notify the ISSS office.
If you have confirmation of on-campus housing, please contact the Student Housing and Residential Education office (SHaRE) by phone at +1(415)422-6824 or by email at email@example.com for any questions about housing and check their website for move-in dates: www.usfca.edu/housing/.
If you wish to travel within the United States before the start of classes, you may do so on your student visa. You may enter as early as 30 days before your program start date on your Certificate of Eligibility. U.S. Embassies and Consulates usually issue the F-1 or J-1 student visa as early as 120 days before the entry date on the Certificate of Eligibility. Do not enter the United States on a tourist visa (B-2) or under the Visa Waiver Program.
The USF Next Steps is a great resource for detailed information on getting ready for your studies. This guide will help you register for classes, satisfy immunization requirements, know how to pay your tuition and more! Read the Steps online at: http://www.usfca.edu/nextsteps/
When you arrive at USF you will need to show proof of immunizations in order to get cleared for being able to attend classes and live on-campus. You should consult your medical provider in your home country to get proof of your medical history and immunizations you have already received. For a list of required immunization and how to submit proof visit: http://www.usfca.edu/hps/_Immunization/Required_Immunizations/. You will also want to obtain records about any medical conditions you have, treatments you need, prescriptions for medication (including the generic and brand names), and eye glasses. Dental and medical records for you, and your dependents if applicable, are strongly recommended in case you need further treatment while in the United States.
USF will require that you purchase student health insurance unless you show proof of comparable health insurance for the United States. If you believe that you have health insurance that can meet the requirements, bring proof of this insurance and details about the plan to apply for a health insurance waiver. You can read more about the health insurance requirement online at: www.usfca.edu/hps.
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|January 31, 2012--The Saudi Arabian Tadauwul All Share Index advanced one per cent Tuesday, closing at 6,626.04 points. Market bellwether Sabic added likewise one per cent.
|During the first month of the year, the Riyadh-based gauge gained 3.25%, the second highest GCC performance behind the Dubai Financial Market (up six per cent). Rising oil prices supported the sentiment. The barrel oil rose over 2.3% to reach $101 on concerns over an escalation of the tensions between the West and Iran.
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|July 22, 2015--Following Saudi Arabia's opening of its near $600 billion stock market to direct foreign investment, Goldman Sachs-which advises clients on over $1 trillion in investment-has applied to own and trade Saudi Arabian stocks, Bloomberg reports, citing people familiar with the matter.
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|July 21, 2015--Nile Delta and the northern coast incurred losses and rising water levels will negatively
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Dear cash, it's a little weird to see you so much. I am pretty sure that you are full of disgusting germs, but I guess I can get used to you for the sake of saving. Dear crock-pot, thank you for dinner last night. Our barbecue chicken was delicious. You put in a long day's work. Good job. Dear diet coke, I guess we can be friends again because that sneaky Fanta is making me fat. Forgive me for cheating. Dear Cashmere (our lab), sometimes I don't like you because you can't keep your tongue in your mouth. No one wants to be licked after you just licked your secret parts. Eww. Dear alarm clock, I'm not sure if I made you mad or something, but causing me to oversleep by two hours just isn't fair. Although it was nice. So don't do it again, but thanks. Dear nutella, I didn't believe in you at first. But you have changed my mind. I tried your taste, now I'm a believer. (sing that last line, it sounds better)
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I have just tasted the best blueberries in the world. Although it was a bit too sour, it was definitely the yummiest I ever had. Why?
Because the blueberries are homegrown and picked straight from MY garden! Hubby bought me the blueberry tree early March this year and since then, I have been waiting eagerly for this moment. Lots of blueberries will be ready for picking for the next couple of weeks...YAY!
Since I am putting up a blog post, I might as well update Hubby on his two babies. Bought these when he was here 3 months ago, a dwarf nectarine tree and a dwarf peach tree.
Hubby, I am proud to let you know, your babies are growing very very well. *Grin*
The trees are pretty small at the moment but they are already producing a number of fruits. This white flesh peach should be ready in a month or two.
Eagerly awaiting for the white flesh nectarines too. I am thinking of freezing some of it and bring it back home for Hubby in February, am sure he will be very very happy.
Hmmm...since I have successfully produced veggies, mushrooms, flowers and now fruits,maybe I should embark on a new project next year.....NUTS!!!! What say you?
Wednesday, December 01, 2010
The BEST BEST Blueberries...
I have just tasted the best blueberries in the world. Although it was a bit too sour, it was definitely the yummiest I ever had. Why?
Posted by Precious Pea at 4:11 PM
Labels: My Green Thumb
18 comments:
- ai wei said...
cool! u have blueberry plants in ur garden!!! homegrown stuff is the best!
- Wednesday, December 01, 2010
- pam said...
What a Happy News in Dec :))
pls update more often....
Miss u....
- Wednesday, December 01, 2010
- Sonia (Nasi Lemak Lover) said...
so lovely blueberries, homegrown fruit is the best.
- Wednesday, December 01, 2010
Ahem... next project... cherries....
- Wednesday, December 01, 2010
- Precious Pea said...
ai wei and Sonia: Agree agree...guaranteed fresh and pesticide free.
Pam: I always tell myself to blog more often but I am too lazy lah. Will try my best..hehe. Hope to see u soon.
Hubby: Deal!!
- Wednesday, December 01, 2010
- Quay Po Cooks said...
Blueberries are so expensive here... your blueberries looks superb! how nice to have blueberries in your own garden.
- Thursday, December 02, 2010
- Life for Beginners said...
I say AYE to nuts! (I know Devil would love that, hehe.)
- Thursday, December 02, 2010
- boo_licious said...
well done, the blueberries look gorgeous and so's the peach ones! Wonderful green thumbs you both have!
- Thursday, December 02, 2010
- Precious Pea said...
Quay Po: Blueberries aren't cheap here either but doc advised me to have more berries as they are really good for health.
Kenny: Hmm...am thinking of chestnuts, macadamia, hazelnut, almond..etc etc etc..too ambitious hor?
Boo: Really satisfying to get some produce at the end of the day. The sense of achievement is pricessless.
- Thursday, December 02, 2010
- jason said...
Wah, can harvest your labour of love soon!
- Friday, December 03, 2010
- UnkaLeong said...
Wah...so nice being able to harvest fruits of your labour from your garden. I'm also started gardening :D I've got three basil plant's, two pineapples, one serai and one custard apple growing chor. Now waiting for Chili Padi anak from my mom. Hehehe..But hor, a lot of "aliens" in my neighbourhood :( ants, fruit flies etc...hopefully they all turn out ok!
- Wednesday, December 08, 2010
- daphne said...
i'm super jealous!! I have been buying blueberries from the shops and they are sooo good this season!
- Sunday, December 12, 2010
- CUMI & CIKI said...
wow! I envy you! nothing grows in mah garden :o(
- Monday, December 13, 2010
- Tummy Rumble said...
nice pictures of the blueberries :D
- Monday, December 20, 2010
- Life for Beginners said...
All those nuts? Would drive Devil nuts... with excitement, haha. We love nuts in our home, yay.
Oh and lest we forget, may you and all your loved ones have a Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year filled with love and joy...
Hugs from Devil & Kenny :)
- Saturday, December 25, 2010
- babe_kl said...
Wahhh amazing, wish I have a garden to plant things on.
Have a blessed Christmas and a wonderfully delicious new year ahead!
- Saturday, December 25, 2010
- HK Epicurus said...
I love it when we're in Melbourne and can grow our own stuff in the garden!
We used to grow some Suet Lui Hoong (the veggies for pickles) because we couldn't find any in Melbourne! Or some other herbs or figs, which are a pain to keep as the birds eat them before I do!
I need to come back to visit Melb soon!! :D
- Tuesday, January 04, 2011
- ronnycakes said...
Hello! Nice food blog that you have here! We have a food blog too: http://gluttonssquare.blogspot.com, please consider exchanging links with us and adding us to your blogroll. :)
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Love & Hip-Hop NYC Cast Revealed … And Guess Which D-List Pair Deserves Epitome Of Bad Parents "Honors" Already?- By Bossip Staff Categories: Bossip Exclusives, Coupled Up, Epitome of a Bad Mother
If you were wondering how LHHNYC planned to fill the void left by Chrissy and Emily B, wonder no more. BOSSIP has the exclusive on the ladies who will be joining Season 3 of VH1's hit show -- including which new faces are joining the cast and which vets you can expect to see return. We've also got plenty of details and things to look for that you can't find anywhere else. Hit the flip for the 411.
Consequence & Jen The Pen As we first reported MONTHS back, rapper Consequence will be joining the cast, with his
Becky baby mama Jen the Pen. While you may recognize Jen from her stint on Damon Dash's "Ultimate Hustler" show, homegirl has slimmed down significantly and added a gang of ish to her resume (radio personality, stylist etc...) including Mommy to her and Cons' baby boy Caiden. We don't know how much they'll show of the "real deal" on the show, but based on what we've heard Jen may pick up where Emily B. left off as the long suffering baby mama whose man ain't always that respectful. And that's putting it mildly.
Joe Budden and Kaylin Garcia While Joe Budden and ex-girlfriend Tahiry Jose's name were tossed around as possible contenders for previous seasons of Love & Hip-Hop NYC it looks like the rapper has finally agreed to showcase his love life for the cameras, only it won't be with Jose -- instead he's helping to give his Zumba instructor new boo Kaylin Garcia an even bigger spotlight. Not that she doesn't already have one. Joe shares his infatuation with "Young Ratchet" as he's affectionately nicknamed her, via Instagram and Twitter on a regular basis. Garcia seems like a prime candidate for stardom having already won over many of his fans without so much as saying a word. We're guessing that the younger, fitter Kimbella lookalike will have no problem keeping the attentions of VH1's audience. But, at what cost to their relationship?
Tahiry Jose If you thought Kaylin Garcia coming aboard LHHNYC was going to stop Budden's ex Tahiry from getting her shine on, think again. In addition to scoring a role in the independent film Interludes, the very voluptuous Dominicana is launching a new career as a rapper (sighs) while continuing her modeling (sighs) endeavors up in the meantime. After listening to Somaya Reece's struggle raps we aren't all that confident that she'll be crossing over from modeling to music all that seamlessly, but we can pretty much guarantee that appearing on the same show as her ex and his new boo will bring at least some the drama that Ms. Mona Scott Young needs to keep LHHNYC a success. As much as we like Kaylin, we're still big Tahiry fans, so we're hoping for lots and lots of scenes in the pool, bathtub, jacuzzi and on the beach.
Raqi Thunda Radio personality Raqi Thunda (she's done on-air work for DJ Green Lantern's Sirius XM show) may have finally hit the jackpot by landing a spot among the LHHNYC cast, but we're not sure just yet about what she's doing on the show. She's got lots of friends in the business (Fabolous, Diddy, Joe Budden) but we don't want to sully her reputation by throwing out too many names too early. But we do suspect that some of her friendships are a little messier than other castmates will like. Raqi's shown up in Joe Budden's timeline and on his Instagram feed enough for us to gather that her role initially had something to do with her relationship with him and Kaylin, but a little birdie tells us that that particular bridge has been burned so badly you may not even get to see the full play by play on the show. From what we hear, she and Tahiry got into it. And it got bad. And Joe was involved. And oh yeah, Fab's name came up too. Should be interesting. We wouldn't expect to see too many pics like these in the future.
Lore'l Like Raqi, not much about Lore'l is out there in these streets just yet, but from what we've heard, the female emcee is quite the spitfire. While it's doubtful she'll be attached to a rapper on the show, she once dated Young Money rapper Jae Millz and was formerly signed to rapper Red Café. Lore'l definitely has some talent and based on the warm reception to her most recent mixtape (she's getting airplay in NYC) LHHNYC might be just what she needs to take her over the top -- ala K.Michelle. Expect this one to talk a super tough game but have a bite just as strong as her bark. Believe us when we say, you don't want to rub her the wrong way. You can check out what she sounds like in the freestyle below:
Rashidah Ali Feel free to quote us when we say Rashidah Ali is the cast member most likely to be arrested before the end of the season. While you may or may not remember her from previous appearances on "Basketball Wives" you're likely to be familiar with that story of her delivering a buck fifty to a bouncer's face last year. We're hoping her LHHNYC checks are big -- cuz she's also built a serious reputation for bouncing those and writing bad ones. Word on the street has it that while the aspiring socialite tried building a shoe empire ala Evelyn Lozada style, stores in multiple cities were eventually shuttered for failure to pay rent. Homegirl also has a rep for charging up luxury hotel and resort bills and bouncing without paying up. Now don't get us wrong, we're not calling her a con artist -- just saying some folks are so "about that life" they aren't afraid to live outside the law. And based on the company she keeps we're guessing she won't be afraid to throw a bottle, slap a beyotch or jump on a table on camera either.
Winter No stranger to LHHNYC -- y'all remember Winter popping up last season as Fabolous' former assistant who advised Emily B to stand by her man despite him dipping out just because at the end of the day he loved her? Yeah well, that advice might sound even more suspect once Winter gets her screen time. We hear Winter has gotten close to several of your favorite rappers and is penning a tell-all could do some serious damage to a few big names on the East Coast and down South. The Miami based Winter has also been penning an advice column for Benzino and Dave Mays' "Hip-Hop Weekly" magazine (wonder if Mona Scott Young had a hand in hooking that one up hmmmmmm)! We're interested to see how much Winter knows about the other ladies' men and what happens after they find out.
Yandy and Mandeecees Since last season Yandy has started a family with her boo thang Mandeecees (they have a son Omere) and outlined the blueprint for a new website, but not everything has been going as expected. Last month the couple's home was reportedly raided (Yandy was home alone) by the Feds and Mandeecees is allegedly facing some legal trouble as a result. Through it all Yandy has kept up a brave face and continued to keep alliances with fellow LHHNYC vets Olivia and Kimbella. She also appears to have mended fences with executive producer Mona Scott Young, but we'll find out how long that lasts once Yandy finds out she's not the only cast member to know her man in the Biblical sense... Could get really messy.
Kimbella and Juelz Santana Yandy's PUDD Kimbella also gave birth during the off season, to a baby girl named Bella. While last season ended with some uncertainty about her and Juelz's relationship, they appear to be doing better these days. Expect Kimbella to devote a lot of on-camera time to motherhood and getting her body back into banger status but we won't be surprised if she gets plenty emotional about raising her daughter. Her nemesis from last season Erica Mena will also return, so it seems safe to expect some friction there as well.
Olivia Olivia is back and she's got her groove back as well. After struggling through the last two seasons the Queens singer finally gets signed and it looks like she's in love as well. Based on many happy Twitter and Instagram posts we're hoping that Olivia will introduce her pro baller boo Tarence Kinsey into this season's storyline. Her manager Rich Dollaz is also making a return to the show, but we're not all the way sure whether he'll spend more time talking about Olivia's career or his new boo thang.
Erica Mena and Rich Dollaz In case you hadn't alread heard, Olivia's manager Rich Dollaz is now chopping down Erica Mena. And we'll end the mystery over who the pair of Epitome of Bad Parents are right here. While it's still unconfirmed that Rich Dollaz is the deadbeat Daddy his baby mama claims he is we're now hearing talk that Erica Mena ain't isht when it comes to being a mom, and that she deserves all the scrutiny and criticism that (BBWLA) Draya has received plus some. In recent months, a source reached out to Bossip with word that Erica's friends and family had no idea where her young son King was, and they were worried she didn't either. It eventually came to light that she'd left him with a random gay couple. How responsible. Still he may have been better off there since we also hear Erica's had her ups and downs and was living in the PJ's with a girl she just met. While we'd like to hope Erica has cut back on catching fade since last season, we're doubtful that much has improved. But we do want to congratulate her on her upcoming Maxim spread, even though it's not the cover feature she bragged to friends about. We're not sure it'll make it onto the show but we also thought you should know that while she's not on Season 3 of LHHNYC, Somaya Reece got picked up by Erica's Terror Squad ex/baby daddy and the pair are very happy together. We hear Erica is super salty about that one. Twitter/Instagram


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Yamaha Racing just can't seem to get a break these last few rounds of the 2011 MotoGP season. With Jorge Lorenzo already sidelined from the Malaysian GP because of the finger injury he sustained at Philip Island, factory Yamaha rider Ben Spies has also withdrawn from the Malaysian round. Sitting out the Australian GP last weekend, Spies had been struggling with the injuries he received while crashing at 167 mph at Phillip Island. Sore and in pain, Spies's injuries have caused the American rider to visit the gravel traps this weekend, which have concussed the Yamaha rider, and torn further the soft tissue around his ribs.
Ben Spies Out for the Malaysian GP with Continued Injuries
MotoGP: Honda Dominates Qualifying at Sepang
With just two rounds left in the season, MotoGP comes to Sepang this weekend for the Malaysian GP. Dominating the Free Practice sessions, Honda clearly has the Asian track's number, while the rest of the field shows signs of a long season. Hector Barbera leads the walking-wounded, as the Spanish rider has fought through the race weekend, nursing his stapled shoulder through each session. Barely able to complete a few laps at a time, there are serious doubts about the Mapfire Ducati rider's ability to ride the full-race distance, though no one is questioning his determination.
While Barbera will likely give the race his best effort, Rizla Suzuki wild card John Hopkins has already thrown in the towel, as the extreme physical demands have aggrivated Hopper's hand injury beyond his tolerance. In the Yamaha tent, Jorge Lorenzo is of course absent, after his traumatic finger injury in Phillip Island. Replaced by Yamaha test rider Katsuyuki Nakasuga, Lorenzo's absence and an ailing Ben Spies have made Sepang another forgettable race weekend for Yamaha Racing. Still sore from his high-speed crash in Australia, the American Spies has noticeably not been himself, with his chest and ribs still bothering him considerably. The one glimmer of hope for Yamaha in Malaysia has been Colin Edwards, who has been one of the few riders able to mix things up with the four factory Hondas.
Though grip issues from the intense heat have plagued the field throughout the weekend, Sepang has otherwise provided MotoGP with perfect weather for the Malaysian GP. The heat has been a mixed bag for Ducati Corse, as Valentino Rossi and his crew have noticeably been off the pace, and not able to capitalize on the team's off-season testing at Sepang. Meanwhile, Nicky Hayden has been shining on the Ducati Desmosedici GP11.1, as the American and former-World Champion has been the Italian bike to beat, and have been showing strong second row potential. How would everyone sort out in qualifying though? You can find out after the jump.
John Hopkins Withdraws from the Malaysian GP
It's starting to become a bad joke for the Anglo-American rider, but John Hopkins has had to withdraw another wild card opportunity. Citing complications with the finger he broke back the Czech GP, Hopper has unfortunately had to call it quits in Sepang before Sunday's race. Re-breaking the knuckle on his third finger on his right hand, Hopkins awoke yesterday to a swollen and immovable joint, which made riding the Suzuki GSV-R an impossibility.
Surely a disappointment for the talented rider, who has made no secret about his desire to get back into MotoGP, the move is also a blow to Rizla Suzuki, which as hoping to get some buzz this weekend, as the team negotiates plans for the 2012 MotoGP season with the Japanese factory. Hopper will stay in Malaysia to support the team throughout the race and cheer on teammate Alvaro Bautista, before he heads back to America for surgery.
With its two main racing sponsors being Malaysian oil Company Petronas and Yamaha Motor Kenkana Indonesia, Sepang is an important market for Yamaha Racing, and Jorge Lorenzo is a popular rider with Malaysian fans. This puts Yamaha in a quandary this weekend at the Malaysian GP, as the Spanish rider will be unable to compete in the penultimate GP round as he is still recovering from the finger injury he sustained at Phillip Island.
Needing a rider to fill-in for Lorenzo, Yamaha Racing has tapped factory test rider Katsuyuki Nakasuga to ride the factory Yamaha YZR-M1 at Sepang. The 30-year-old Nakasuga comes with a resume that includes not only testing the M1 with its Bridgestone tires (familiarity with the Japanese tire being paramount, just ask Toni Elias), but also competing in the 2011 All Japan Road Racing Championship, where he currently sits third in the JSB1000 class.
Rizla Suzuki has announced that John Hopkins will return to MotoGP action for another race, riding again as wild card entry, this time at Sepang. The Malaysian GP will be Hopper's third stint in MotoGP this season, as the Anglo-American filled-in for the injured Álvaro Bautista at the Spanish GP in Jerez and was entered as a wild card for the Czech GP, where he unfortunately injured his wrist in a crash during Free Practice.
Currently leading the British Superbike Championship with the Samsung Crescent Racing team, Hopper will be looking to button-up the BSB Championship next weekend at Brands Hatch. Making a remarkable showing during his rookie year in BSB, this wild card ride with Rizla Suzuki is surely a reward for Hopkins' determination this season, which has seen him make an appearance in World Superbike, on-top of his extracurricular MotoGP activities.
One of the great things about Twitter is that it often gives you unfiltered access to people who generally have several layers of public relations officers between them and the fans. No stranger to the interwebs, Jorge Lorenzo is probably one of the most avid Twitter users in the MotoGP paddock, blasting out a steady stream of tweets during a race weekend. So what does the Spanish rider send out to his followers after clinching the MotoGP Championship? Stay classy Jorge.
Although Jorge Lorenzo may be on the pole position at Sepang where many expect that Spaniard to clinch the World Championship, the talk at the Malaysian GP right now is about Nicky Hayden. The American lead most of qualifying, and will start tomorrow second on the grid, after missing the pole spot by only a tenth of a second.
Hayden had an abysmal time last week at Motegi for the Japanese GP, and looked to be on a similar path this weekend, but the Ducati Corse team went back to a setting from testing last year, and Hayden was able to make up the rest of the distance himself.
MotoGP Signs-on Sepang for Three More Years
Announced this week, Sepang International Circuit will host MotoGP for three more years, bringing GP racing to Malaysia through 2013. Sepang has hosted MotoGP since 1999, and has become a favorite track for many of the GP riders. The Malaysian GP is an important stop for MotoGP, as it not only services GP fans from Southeast Asia, but also Australian and New Zealand as well. MotoGP has made developing nations and regions an important aspect of its racing calendar, hoping to turn these countries into motorcycle racing havens full of MotoGP fans.


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The weather was hot and sunny on Saturday, September 10th. It was a perfect day for a picnic and games. The Hilton North Raleigh was the place, and raising money for KidsPeace was the goal of the day. The staff and patrons of the Hilton came out to eat hamburgers and hotdogs and to throw a few balls to dunk Hilton staff. Kids got into the game, and a couple of 10 year olds proved to be champions at hitting the mark to dunk their favorite staff member. Face painting, ring toss, corn hole and a putt putt challenge made the day complete. Lauren Taylor, Assistant Food and Beverage Manager organized the event and sought donations from the community to help make the day a success. The Hilton presented KidsPeace Raleigh Foster Care Children's Fund with a donation of $700.00. Thank you to the staff and families of the Hilton!
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Family Research Specialist Jodi Cook from Fayetteville and Family Resource Specialist Terri Leffard attended the Turkey Festival in Raeford (Hoke county) on September 17. The event was to draw in interested/prospective foster parents as well as provide information on TeenCentral.Net and ParentCentral.Net, as well as KidsPeace. While there, these associates were visited by previous foster parents, some current foster parents and children in care. The pair handed out several business cards to interested parents and other organizations with which KidsPeace Foster Care may be able to partner with in the future.
Program Manager Brian Rixon and Family Resource Specialist Teri Leffard attended the Bush Hill Heritage Festival on September 10, 2011. The Archdale-Trinity Chamber of Commerce in Archdale, NC (Randolph County), sponsors this event every year. We received sponsorship from Amerizon/Motorola Wireless to have a booth at this event to market for KidsPeace. We provided several TeenCentral.Net cards, business cards and information about KidsPeace. KidsPeace Foster Care of Aberdeen, NC, had never before attended this event which typically draws around 25,000 people. There was food, sales of handmade items, children's organizations, churches and local ministries dedicated to providing goods and services to the community free of charge. This event provided FCCP with the critical connection with other organizations that have a mission similar to ours, and Brian and Teri established good solid contacts with which they hope to partner in the future for volunteer opportunities.
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The families, kids and staff of the Raleigh FCCP Office celebrated National KidsDay on Tuesday August 16, 2011. Everyone met at The Alley on Hillsborough Street in Raleigh for bowling, pizza and fellowship. More than 50 parents, kids and staff attended. The teens crowded in one corner and challenged one another to see who could get the most strikes in a game. Many of the families showed their competitive side by challenging one another to some friendly bowling competition. Even the little ones got into it and were able to bowl thanks to lane bumpers and the work of the staff at The Alley. At the end of the night, drawings were held, and several kids went home with backpacks full of school supplies, Wal-Mart Gift Cards, a K&W Cafeteria Gift Card, iTunes gift cards, candy and balloons. Special thanks goes out to Bob MacRae of the Hess Corporation, Terri and Ron Britton and K&W Cafeterias for their donations to the evening. A big Thank You goes out to Jimmy Poole, owner of The Alley and all of his staff who made us feel welcome and made sure that we all had a great time!
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By Teresa Leffard
On June 17, 2011, the Aberdeen, North Carolina, office celebrated May is Foster Care month with a special steak dinner and awards ceremony. The event awarded foster parents for the challenging work they do, as well as their recognized achievements. Among the recognitions were participation with the program's trainings and supervision calls. Others were given certificates for more humorous incidents or for significant things that the family consultant consistently observed. This location received many in-kind donations from the local community that ranged from a free sandwich to theme park tickets. These surprise donations were attached to the underside of each chair and later revealed.
Sponsorship for the dinner came from three local area restaurants that believe in KidsPeace's mission. The close of dinner came after a final drawing of raffle tickets for various prizes. The special donations received assisted in providing a memorable event for all involved. Our office had many appreciative foster parents who truly enjoyed the event and are looking forward to the next event.
Home at Last
By Brian Rixon & Staff, KidsPeace FCCP, Fayetteville, NC
It all started a little over three years ago when this young 8 year-old came to KidsPeace with his then guardians, needing some help because he was dealing with a lot of loss in his life and trauma after trauma. Can you picture a scrawny yet quiet and very energetic little 8 year-old? He was lacking in confidence and had great difficulty expressing his feelings. He had done, seen and experienced things by his 8th birthday that not even the greatest of warriors would ever be prepared for.
Jimmy* would quickly become liked by many due to his friendly and boyish conversations about school, playing, scouts, and other daredevil adventures that every little boy takes. I would quickly take notable interest at every visit because his teacher would give them a brown bag of snacks every Friday to take home from school. It included every kid's' dream from various candies to apples to Debbie snack cakes. He would carry that bag around everywhere with a tighter grip on it than you or I would have hanging from a pull up bar at the gym. Nonetheless, Jimmy would never fail to ask you if you wanted something from his bag.
Like all people, Jimmy had his share of risk factors and protective factors in his life. Unfortunately, early on in life, he had been dealt a hard blow, and his many risk factors readily outnumbered the protective ones. Due to great strains at his previous home, he was quickly placed in the home of Larry and Juanita. For Jimmy, this was just another move. You could tell immediately that he was no stranger to moves due to his unconcerned voice tone when saying, "Is this going to be my new home?" Little did Jimmy or anyone else know that this would be his final move and a good one at that.
The couple immediately took Jimmy into their home and welcomed him into the family. In the beginning, Jimmy and his foster family had their fair share of ups and downs while getting used to each other, finding out how best to help Jimmy and working through their different ways of approaching life. From the very start, the couple demonstrated one of the most critical tools to this addition, COMMITMENT! Needless to say, they had their opportunities when most would throw in the towel because it was too hard. They didn't. They kept asking questions, trying, asking questions, and trying some more until there was some hope on the horizon. Soon, this dedication would lead to easier days, stabilization of needs and a much better adaptation of Jimmy into the family. It is very interesting to observe the many ways people can tell how connected a family is. I particularly find it interesting to listen and watch closely how a child and family identify with each other; by use of names for each other, the outlook towards the world in relation to them and the family, the family decision-making that takes place and many other processes that can change as a family evolves. The way this family evolved was just beautiful.
Early in Jimmy's relationship with KidsPeace, his previous guardians decided that they couldn't care for him the way they thought they could and moved several states away. It was some time after this loss that you could begin to see Jimmy and Larry and Juanita draw closer. Not too long afterward, we started to hear that the couple was considering adopting Jimmy. Now, a year or more later after considering and working towards adoption and 3 years from when we first met Jimmy, it is all coming to a new beginning for him. He finally has the foundation and security that has never been there before. He finally has people to trust and rely on in good times and in bad. He finally has people to witness to the importance and great potential of his existence. He now has an identity to build from. He now feel's safety and love more than ever. He now has someone to teach him all the necessary skills crucial to living the good life.
Jimmy and his family are excited for what is to come. In a small town outside of Fayetteville, NC, Jimmy is now home at last. Congratulations Jimmy & Family.
Fayetteville Foster Care Pitches in for the Community
By Brian Rixon Program Manager
The Fayetteville, NC, FCCP office assisted Cumulus Broadcasting, a network of radio stations, with their fall "Fayetteville's Largest Yard Sale" event. KidsPeace provided food and drinks donated by local companies such as Panera Bread, Wendy's and all members from our Board of Associates. The event brought in $482.39 and many happy smiles from the more than 50 private vendors and hundreds of shoppers. This event also led to contact with a couple locals interested in possibly becoming therapeutic foster parents, as well as volunteering for the local office. Cumulus Broadcasting has teamed up with Fayetteville's KidsPeace on several occasions and continues to help raise awareness to our mission and programs.
Foster Care Durham/Chapel Hill, NC
The Durham-Chapel Hill FCCP KidsPeace Office (NC) held a delayed Kid's Day Celebration on Saturday, September 17, 2011. A great time was had by our children and families, community members and by the KidsPeace staff. This event included food, fun and activities for all (i.e., various games, prize drawings, etc.). Despite the rainy weather, KidsPeace State Manager Tom Culver led an exciting outdoor game of baseball. An informational session was also held for community members desiring to know more about becoming KidsPeace Therapeutic Foster Parents. All FCCP office associates were grateful for the opportunity to partner with The Durham Teen Center (City of Durham), which so graciously hosted the location for the celebration. This partnership was made possible by veteran KidsPeace Foster Parent Evelyn Scott. Ms. Scott manages The Durham Teen Center through her position in the City of Durham's Office on Youth (a division of the City of Durham Manager's Office). Additionally, local Durham teens volunteered their time to assist with facilitating the day's activities.
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Naples OK's live entertainment at two restaurants
NAPLES - The Naples City Council approved two restaurants' requests for live entertainment.
Shula's Steakhouse at the Hilton Naples at 5111 Ninth St. N. may have up to four jazz performers from 6 to 9 p.m. on Tuesdays.
Bayside Seafood Grill & Bar at 4270 Gulf Shore Blvd. N. may have one piano player inside in the downstairs cafe from 6:30 to 10 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, and one non-amplified guitarist outside in the upstairs dining room from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.
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