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Nichols named THS Teacher of the Year
Christine Nichols was selected the 2013-2014 Teacher of the Year by the faculty of Timberland High School in January.
Joyce Fogle, assistant principal LeShonda Reed, and graduation and accountability specialist Angela Burnett presented roses to Mrs. Nichols during her first period class on Jan. 25, and announced her selection.
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5 eCommerce Issues, Solved.
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The Alice in Wonderland rabbit hole of site performance issues. The Internet is a marvellous thing, but when it comes to websites, we still can't quite seem to get it right.
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Bis(3,4-dialkylbenzylidene) sorbitol acetals are provided for the formula: ##STR1## in which R1 and R2 are independently selected from lower alkyl groups containing 1-4 carbon atoms.
1. Bis (3,4-dialkylbenzylidene) sorbitol acetals of the formula: ##STR16## in which R1 and R2 are independently selected from lower alkyl groups containing 1-4 carbon atoms.
2. The bis(3,4-dialkylbenzylidene) sorbitol acetal of claim 1 wherein R1 and R2 are methyl.
3. A polyolefin plastic composition having improved transparency and desirable taste and odor characteristics which comprises a polymer selected from aliphatic polyolefins and copolymers made from at least one aliphatic olefin and one or more ethyleneically unsaturated comonomers, said composition further containing at least one bis(3,4-dialkylbenzylidene) sorbitol acetal of the formula: ##STR17## in which R1 and R2 are independently selected from lower alkyl groups containing 1-4 carbon atoms.
4. The polyolefin plastic compositions of claim 3 wherein said bis(3,4-dialkylbenzylidene) sorbitol acetals of claim 3 wherein R1 and R2 are methyl.
This is a continuation of application Ser. No. 07/409,912, filed Sep. 20, 1989 now abandoned.
This invention relates to plastic additives which are useful as nucleating agents and which are especially useful for improving the optical properties of polymeric materials. More particularly, this invention relates to certain bis-dialkylbenzylidene sorbitol acetals and polymer compositions thereof which are useful as materials for food or cosmetic containers and packaging because they do not impart an objectionable taste or odor to the packaged material.
It is known that the addition of nucleating agents to certain polymeric materials, such as polyolefins, can provide both improved optical and physical properties to the resin. Furthermore, it is known that organic nucleating agents, such as dibenzylidene sorbitol as disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 4,016,118 to Hamada, et al. are more effective than much higher melting nucleating agents, such as sodium benzoate, in improving the clarity of products fabricated from polyolefins, such as sheet, film, bottles, or injection molded parts. Generally, organic nucleators are more easily dispersed during processing and thus provide a more uniform effect.
The dibenzylidene sorbitol (DBS) nucleating agent mentioned above provides a highly beneficial combination of cost and performance. It provides excellent clarity enhancement in polypropylene copolymer and is suitable for food contact packaging because it does not affect the taste of packaged foods. However, DBS has certain practical deficiencies such as a tendency to plate-out at high processing temperatures and insufficient clarity improvement in certain applications, such as in thick parts fabricated from polypropylene homopolymer.
In order to overcome these deficiencies, many derivatives of DBS in which the aromatic rings are substituted with various groups have been proposed. Generally, substituted derivatives of DBS may overcome the processing and performance disadvantage mentioned above. In particular, alkyl and halogen substituted derivatives have been especially advantageous in this regard.
Thus, Mahaffey, in U.S. Pat. No. 4,371,645, discloses compounds of the general formula: ##STR2## in which R, R1, R2, R3, and R4 are selected from H, lower alkyl, hydroxy, methoxy, mono-and di-alkylamino, nitro, and halogen, provided that at least one is halogen. Although these compounds may provide excellent clarity and processing characteristics in polyolefin compositions, the required presence of halogen may be undesirable, particularly in food contact applications.
Kawai, et al. in U.S. Pat. No. 4,314,039, discloses monosubstituted DBS derivatives having the formula: ##STR3## in which R represents an alkyl group having 2 to 18 carbon atoms. In addition, Murai, et al. in Japanese Patent Application No. 54[1979]-121696 discloses compounds with improved nucleation properties having the general formula: ##STR4## in which X is selected from alkyl groups of 1-3 carbon atom or halogen, and n is an integer from 1-3, but when X is methyl, n is 2 or 3.
Although certain of these derivatives prepared from mono or di-substituted benzeldehydes may provide improved nucleation and clarification properties, in addition to easier processing in polyolefins, these compounds are generally not suitable for food contact applications and food packaging due to the transfer of unacceptable taste and odor to the contained material. In fact, in order to overcome this problem, Oteki, et al. in Japanese Application No. (62[1987]-4289 proposes the use of organo amine co-additives to alleviate the taste and odor problem. Unfortunately, this approach is complicated by the taste and odor of the amine co-additives themselves. It would be far preferable to have nucleators which inherently do not possess these deficiencies.
In regard to the previously disclosed derivatives prepared from dialkyl substituted benzaldehydes, it is to be noted that no disclosures have been made which suggest that the positional substitution of the alkyl groups may be related to the performance of the additive in applications where taste or odor transfer to packaged materials is a consideration. In fact, previous disclosures do not disclose substitution patterns at all, indicating that this variable was not recognized as important to the performance of the clarifying agents. We have found, quite surprisingly, that the positional substitution on the aromatic rings of bis-dialkylbenzylidene sorbitols is critical to the performance of these clarifying agents, especially with regard to taste and odor transfer in food contact applications.
It is the object of this invention to provide effective bis-dialkylbenzylidene sorbitol nucleating agent compositions which inherently overcome the taste and odor deficiencies of prior art compounds. Accordingly, polyolefin plastic compositions are provided which possess excellent clarity and very low taste and odor transfer properties.
The position of alkyl group substitution on bis-dialkylbenzylidene sorbitols is critical to the invention. Thus, acetals which contain lower alkyl groups in the 3 and 4 positions on the benzylidene ring provide substantially improved taste and odor transfer properties relative to both the mono-4-alkyl substituted derivatives of Kawai and the di-alkyl derivatives of Mursi with different subscription patterns on the aromatic rings. In addition, we have found that if the alkyl groups in the 3 and 4 position together form a carbocyclic ring, particularly advantageous taste and odor transfer properties result.
The nucleating agents of the present invention can be represented by the following structural formula, for which no stereochemistry is implied: ##STR5## in which R1 and R2 are independently selected from lower alkyl groups containing 1-4 carbon atoms, or together form a carbocyclic ring containing up to 5 carbon atoms.
As mentioned previously, the 3,4-dialkyl substitution pattern is of paramount importance for obtaining compositions with taste and odor transfer properties suitable for food packaging and food container applications. Isomeric di-alkyl derivatives with substitution other than 3,4 and mono substituted derivatives with the same or higher molecular weight have much poorer taste and odor transfer characteristic in polyolefin compositions. This is demonstrated in the Examples.
The substituted bis-dialkylbenzylidene sorbitol acetals of the present invention are a condensation product of sorbitol and a dialkyl substituted benzaldehyde. The benzaldehyde is substituted in both the 3 and 4 positions (meta and para) with alkyl groups containing 1 to 4 carbon atoms. It may be preferable that the alkyl groups at the 3 and 4 position together form a carbocyclic ring containing up to five carbon atoms. Examples of suitable substituted benzaldehydes includes 3,4-dimethylbenzaldehyde, 4-ethyl-3-methylbenzaldehyde, 3,4-diethylbenzaldehyde, 3-butyl-4-methylbenzaldehyde, 3,4-di-isopropylbenzaldehyde, and 3,4-di-n-propylbenzaldehyde, of which 3,4-dimethylbenzaldehyde is most preferable. Examples of suitable aldehydes in which the alkyl group at the 3 and 4 positions together form a ring include Indan-5-carboaldehyde, 5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-2-naphthaldehyde, 5-methyl-5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-2-naphthaldehyde, and 5-methyl-5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-2-naphthaldehyde of which 5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-2-naphthaldehyde (also called 2-tetralin aldehyde) is preferred. Generally, the carbocyclic derivatives are preferred over the non-carbocyclic aldehydes.
The di-acetals of the present invention may be conveniently prepared by a variety of techniques, some of which are known in the art. Generally, such procedures employ the reaction of one mole of D-sorbitol with about two moles of aldehyde in the presence of an acid catalyst. The temperature employed in the reaction will vary widely depending upon the characteristics, such as melting point, of the aldehyde or aldehydes employed as a starting material in the reaction. The reaction medium may be an aqueous medium or a non-aqueous medium. One very advantageous method which can be employed to prepare the diacetals of the invention is described in U.S. Pat. No. 3,721,682, to Murai, et al. (New Japan Chemical Company Limited), the disclosure of which is hereby incorporated herein by reference. While the disclosure of the patent is limited to benzylidene sorbitols, it has been found that the di-acetals of the present invention may also be conveniently prepared by the method described therein.
The di-acetals of sorbitol of the present invention prepared by the above techniques may contain a minor or even a major portion of by-product mono-acetal and tri-acetal as impurities. Although it may not always be necessary to remove those impurities prior to incorporation of the diacetal into the polyolefin, it may be desirable to do so and such purification may serve to enhance the transparency of the resin produced thereby. Purification of the di-acetal may be accomplished, for instance, by removal of tri-acetal impurities by the extraction thereof with a relatively non-polar solvent. By removal of the impurities, the product may be purified so that the amount of di-acetal in the additive composition contains at least about 90 percent and even up to about 95 percent di-acetal or more.
The proportion of di-acetal in the composition of this invention is an amount sufficient to improve the transparency of the composition, generally from about 0.01 to about 2 percent by weight, preferably about 0.1 to about 1 percent by weight, based upon the total weight of the composition may be provided. When the content of di-acetal is less than about 0.01 percent by weight, the resulting composition may not be sufficiently improved in respect to transparency characteristics. When the content of di-acetal is increased beyond about 2 percent by weight, no additional advantage can be observed.
The bis-dialkylbenzylidene sorbitols of the present invention may be used in polymers for which nucleation may have beneficial effects, especially for such polymers which may be used in food contact applications, or in applications where taste and odor transfer characteristics are a consideration.
The polyolefin polymers of the present invention may include aliphatic polyolefins and copolymers made from at least one aliphatic olefin and one or more ethylenically unsaturated comonomers. Generally, the comonomer, if present, will be provided in a minor amount, e.g., about 10 percent or less or even about 5 percent or less, based upon the weight of the polyolefin. Such comonomers may serve to assist in clarity improvement of the polyolefin, or they may function to improve other properties of the polymer. Examples include acrylic acid and vinyl acetate, etc. Examples of olefin polymers whose transparency can be improved conveniently according to the present invention are polymers and copolymers of aliphatic monoolefins containing 2 to about 6 carbon atoms which have an average molecular weight of from about 10,000 to about 2,000,000, preferably from about 30,000 to about 300,000, such as polyethylene, linear low density polyethylene, polypropylene, crystalline ethylenepropylene copolymer, poly(1-butene), and polymethylpentene. The polyolefins of the present invention may be described as basically linear, regular polymers which may optionally contain side chains such as are found, for instance, in conventional, low density polyethylene.
Other polymers which may benefit from the nucleation and clarification properties of the sorbitol acetals of the present invention include polyethylene terephthalate, glycol modified polyethylene terephthalate, polybutylene terephthalate, and nylons, among others.
The olefin polymer or copolymer used in the composition of the present invention is crystalline, and the diffraction of light caused by micro crystals contained in it is considered to be responsive for the deterioration of the transparency of the polymer. It is thought that the di-acetal functions in the composition to reduce the size of the microcrystals thereby improving the transparency of the polymer.
The composition of the present invention can be obtained by adding a specific amount of the di-acetal directly to the olefin polymer or copolymer, and merely mixing them by any suitable means. Alternatively, a concentrate containing as much as about 20 percent by weight of the di-acetal in a polyolefin masterbatch may be prepared and be subsequently mixed with the resin.
Other additives such as a transparent coloring agent or plasticizers (e.g., dioctyl phthalate, dibutyl phthalate, dioctyl sebacate, or dioctyl adipate), can be added to the composition of the present invention so long as they do not adversely affect the improvement of transparency of the product. It has been found that plasticizers such as those exemplified above may in fact aid in the improvement of the transparency by the di-acetal.
With regard to other additives it may also be desirable to employ the di-acetals disclosed above in combination with other conventional additives having known transparency improving effects such as, for instance, para-t-butylbenzoic acid, its salts, low molecular weight waxy polypropylene and the like. It may even be desirable to provide the particular di-acetals of the present invention in the polyolefin composition in combination with the previously described dibenzylidene sorbitol disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 4,016,118. In such applications, generally at least about 10 percent, preferably about 25 percent, or even about 50 percent or more of the clarity improving component will be the di-acetals of the present invention, with the remained being comprised of other known clarifying agents, plasticizers, etc.
The compositions of the present invention may be obtained by adding the bis-dialkylbenzylidene sorbitol acetal to the polymer or copolymer, and merely mixing the resultant composition by any suitable means. The composition may then be processed and fabricated by extrusion, molding, thermoforming, and the like into a fabricated article.
Other additives may also be used in the composition of the present invention, provided they do not interfere with the primary benefits of the invention. It may even be advantageous to premix these additives or similar structures with the nucleating agent in order to reduce its melting point and thereby enhance dispersion and distribution during melt processing. Such additives are well known to those skilled in the art, and include plasticizers, lubricants, catalyst neutralizers, antioxidants, light stabilizers, colorants, other nucleating agents, and the like. Some of these additives may provide further beneficial property enhancements, including improved aesthetics, easier processing, and improved stability to processing or end use conditions.
The compositions of the present invention are suitable as additives to improve the clarity of packaging materials and container materials for cosmetics, foodstuffs, and the like, because they give film, sheet, and other fabricated articles having excellent transparency and physical properties without imparting a detrimental taste or odor to the contained material.
The following Examples further illustrate the invention but are not to be construed as limiting the invention as defined in the claims appended hereto. Unless otherwise indicated all parts and percentages are by weight.
The following procedure illustrates the general method for preparing the bis-dialkybenzylidene sorbitol acetals of the present invention.
A one liter four-necked cylindrical shaped reaction flask equipped with a Dean-Stark trap, condenser, thermometer, nitrogen inlet, and a mechanical stirrer was charged with 37.5 g of sorbitol (0.206 moles) 300 ml of cyclohexane, 54.9 g of 3,4-dimethyl benzaldehyde (0.41 moles), 1 g of p-toluenesulfonic acid, and 200 ml of methanol. The reaction was stirred and heated under reflux with removal of water through the Dean-Stark trap. The reaction becomes very thick and additional solvent is added as needed. After about six hours, the reaction is cooled, neutralized with ammonium hydroxide, and filtered. The wet cake is washed thoroughly with water and isopropyl alcohol, dried in a vacuum oven at 90� C. to give 52.2 g of bis-1,3,2,4-(3',4'-dimethylbenzylidene) sorbitol, m.p. 225�-260�. The purity was about 90% as judged by HPLC, and the 1 H NMR, 13 C NMR, and IR spectra were consistent with the proposed structure.
A variety of bis-alkylbenzylidene sorbitols were prepared using processes similar to the one described in Example 1 above. The structures of these derivatives are shown in Table 1 below. All products had NMR and IR spectra consistent with the indicated structures, and purities of at least 80% as indicated by HPLC.
TABLE 1______________________________________ ##STR6## (�C.)Example # R MW m.p.______________________________________ ##STR7## 414 225-2602 ##STR8## 414 205-2133 ##STR9## 414 218-2384 ##STR10## 386 245-2485 ##STR11## 414 230-2356 ##STR12## 440 1607 ##STR13## 470 1608 ##STR14## 466 230-2349 ##STR15## 358 218-220______________________________________ *No stereochemistry implied
This example demonstrates the utility as clarifying agents in polypropylene copolymer of the nucleating additives within the scope of the present invention. The products from Examples 1-9 were compounded into polypropylene random copolymer (ca. 3% ethylene content). The following formulation was used:
______________________________________Clarifying agent (Examples 1-10) 0.25%Ethyl 330 (a hindered phenol 0.08%antioxidant available fromEthyl Corp.)Calcium stearate 0.08%Polypropylene random copolymer 99.59%______________________________________
The additives and resin were dry blended in a mechanical mixer, extruded through a single screw extruder at 470� F. and pelletized. Step plaques (2�3"; 0.050 and 0/085" thick) were prepared by injection molding at 420�-430� F. The clarity of each sample was obtained by measuring the percent haze through the 0.050" thick section using a Hunter Hazemeter. The clarity obtained from the sorbitol acetal derivatives of Examples 1-10 is shown in Table 2.
TABLE 2______________________________________Clarifying Agent % Haze* Comment______________________________________Example 1 7-8 Present inventionExample 2 13 Comparative exampleExample 3 21 Comparative exampleExample 4 8 Comparative exampleExample 5 10 Comparative exampleExample 6 45 Comparative exampleExample 7 44 Comparative exampleExample 8 7-8 Present inventionExample 9 13 Comparative example______________________________________ *average of 10 specimens
This Example demonstrates the low taste transfer characteristics of the bis(3,4-dialkylbenzylidene) sorbitol acetals within the scope of the present invention.
The resin sample plaques prepared in Example 10 were tested for taste transfer to water. Three plaques from each formulation were immersed in 300 ml of distilled water in one pint jars (8 ml water/in2 plastic surface). The jars were sealed and aged in an oven for five days at 120� F. The plaques were removed and the taste of the water exposed to each sample was evaluated by a taste panel. To establish the validity of the test, water exposed to plaques containing no clarifying agent and water not exposed to plaques were also included as controls.
The taste panel consisted of five persons, and the method of blind pair comparison of the samples was used. Because of the large number of formulations to be evaluated, the test was conducted in three parts of five water samples each. Some of the formulations were tested twice for cross comparison purposes.
The five water samples for each test were portioned into a suitable number of small paper cups, and each panelist compared four pairs without knowing the identity of any of the samples. The panelist determined which sample had the least taste (most like pure water), and the difference between the samples of the pair was rated on a scale of 0 to 10 (0=no difference, 10=very large difference.)
The data was then arranged on a matrix of all possible paired comparisons, such that the value of each point in the matrix represented the panelist preference (0-10 scale) for the horizontally indicated sample over the vertically indicated sample. A negative number indicates the reverse preference. The data for each test of five formulations is shown in TABLES 3, 4, and 5.
TABLE 3______________________________________Formulation Ex- Ex- Ex- Ex-Pair ample ample ample ampleComparison Base 5 3 8 4 Σr______________________________________Base X -5 1 3 -5 6(No Clarifier)Example 5 7 X -3 -1 0 -3Example 3 -6 -5 X -1 -2 14Example 8 1 -8 -3 X -9 19Example 4 1 5 1 2 X -9Σc 3 -13 -4 3 -16______________________________________
TABLE 4______________________________________Formulation Ex- Ex- Ex- Ex-Pair ample ample ample ample Dist.Comparison 9 5 2 7 Water Σr______________________________________Example 9 X -7 -5 -5 2 15Example 5 4 X -3 -7 7 -1Example 2 4 3 X 9 6 -22Example 7 7 -4 4 X 2 -9Distilled -2 -8 -5 6 X 9Water Con-trolΣc 13 -16 9 3 17______________________________________
TABLE 5______________________________________Formulation Ex- Ex- Ex- Ex-Pair ample ample ample ampleComparison Base 9 1 6 2 Σr______________________________________Base X 0 -3 -5 -4 12(No Clarifier)Example 9 -2 X -1 -3 -2 8Example 1 -4 2 X -2 -8 12Example 6 6 5 2 X 2 -15Example 2 7 5 3 -2 X -13Σc 7 12 1 -12 -12______________________________________
The data was analyzed by adding the sum of the columns (Σc) to the negative sum of the rows (Σr) to give an overall preference for each formulation(ΣT). These are shown from best (least taste) to worst (most taste) in Table 6.
TABLE 6__________________________________________________________________________Sample Identification Panel TestEntry(fomulation with:) Preference (Σr)* Comment__________________________________________________________________________1 Distilled Water 26 Control - no contact with plastic2 Product of Example 9 24 Control - unsubstituted DBS3 Product of Example 8 22 Present invention4 Base additives only 14 Control - no clarifying agent5 Product of Example 1 13 Present invention6 Product of Example 3 10 Comparative example7 Product of Example 7 -6 Comparative example8 Product of Example 5 -16.5 Comparative example9 Product of Example 2 -19 Comparative example10 Product of Example 4 -25 Comparative example11 Product of Example 6 -27 Comparative example__________________________________________________________________________ *Σr = Σc + -(Σr)
The results from this preliminary screening test show that three of the bis(dialkylbenzylidene) sorbitols (Entries 3, 6, and 7) were rated positively by the taste panel, and that these products were comparable in taste quality to the controls (Entries 1, 2, and 5).
This example further demonstrates the improved taste transfer characteristics of the bis(3,4-dialkylbenzylidene) sorbitols over other substitution patterns. Differentiation of the taste transfer characteristics of the best performing bis-dialkylbenzylidene sorbitols from the screening test of Example 11 was obtained through a much narrower test panel test using only the products of Examples 1 and 8 (3,4-substitution) and Example 3 (2,5-substitution). The basic test protocol and water samples were identical to Example 11. In this case, however, nine taste panelists were used and each panelist compared only two pairs. This was done to improve taste differentiation and prevent taste fatigue. The results from the eighteen blind pair comparisons are shown in matrix form in Table 7 and the overall panel preferences are shown in Table 8.
TABLE 7______________________________________ Formulation Formulation FormulationPair With With WithComparison Example 1 Example 3 Example 8 Σr______________________________________Formulation X -7 -4 9withExample 1 2 -6 4 2Formulation 4 X 1 -7withExample 3 -1 5 1 -3Formulation 1 -5 X 27withExample 8 -4 -3 -8 -8Σc 2 -32 1______________________________________
TABLE 8______________________________________ Panel Test Sample Identification PreferenceEntry (formulation with:) Σr * Comment______________________________________1 Product of Example 8 28 Present invention2 Product of Example 1 11 Present invention3 Product of Example 3 -39 Comparative example______________________________________ *Σr = Σc + (-Σr)
The results clearly show the superiority of the bis (3,4-dialkylbenzylidene) sorbitol acetals in taste transfer characteristics.
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Transfer - Steps After Selecting a Transfer Destination
There are a couple of key steps you should complete once you have selected a transfer destination.
The Application Process
Check the transfer institution's website for application, scholarship and financial aid deadlines, and apply as soon as possible. For some schools, the earlier you apply, the better your chances to be admitted and awarded financial aid.
Find out the requirements to apply. These requirements may include:
- Completing an online or paper form application.
- Submitting payment for an application fee. Some schools may waive the fee if you visit their campus or talk to one of their transfer recruiters when they come to our campus.
- Requesting official transcript(s) from Carroll and previously attended institutions be sent to the transfer institution. If you are currently attending classes, send an additional transcript once your final grades have been posted.
- Writing an essay.
- Submitting letters of recommendation.
- Taking tests. Some selective programs may want you to take additional tests. For example, many nursing programs require the TEAS test.
Some of these requirements will demand a substantial amount of time to complete, so get started on them as soon as possible.
The Common Application
Some schools, such as the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC), use The Common Application, which is an online college application used to apply to multiple participating schools.
If the application requires you to indicate an adviser, list Teresa Reyes, records specialist, 410-386-8445, firstname.lastname@example.com. The adviser role is different from academic evaluators, who are faculty who know you well enough to be able to comment on your academic skills and personal qualities. You also need to print a Transfer College Report (under "My Colleges," then "Recommenders and FERPA") and bring that form to Reyes in the Records office (A112).
Evaluate Your Transfer Credits
ARTSYS is a great tool to help you see how your credits should transfer to other Maryland institutions.
Ask for a copy of your unofficial transcript evaluation early. Some schools are more willing to provide you with this than others.
Once you have your official evaluation of transfer credits, don't be afraid to ask questions you have about the courses that transferred, and those that didn't.
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ISLAND, KY - Elvis E. (Brock) Brockwell, age 80, of Island, KY, passed away at 4:10 PM, Thursday, March 1, 2012, at his home under the care of Greenriver hospice.
Mr. Brockwell was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, and a sister.
He was a member of Station Baptist Church, and was a farmer. Mr. Brockwell retired from National Transit Co. Boiler Makers in 1997 after 30 years.
Survivors include: Wife of 34 years: Betty Boone Brockwell Island, KY; 4 Sons; 3 Step-Sons; 3 Daughters; 1 Step-Daughter; 3 Sisters; 2 Brothers; Numerous Grandchildren; Many Great Grandchildren; Nieces and Nephews.
Funeral Services will be conducted at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, March 6, 2012 at Benton-Glunt Funeral Home, Henderson, KY. Rev. Clifford Lovall will officiate. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Henderson, KY.
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Beth Lawson
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Currently, I am the Marketing and Event Coordinator at NorTech, a technology-based economic development organization serving 21 counties in Northeast Ohio. As part of the Strategic Outreach department, I am responsible for marketing and coordinating events and programs that will promote NorTech's technology initiatives. Previously, I was the Advanced Coordinator at Berea Children's Home and Family Services, responsible for direct mail piece, creating marketing materials for the fundraising department and executing agency events.
While at BW, I was very involved in campus organizations. I served as Class Vice President my sophomore and junior year; participated in the Emerging Leaders Retreat; was a member of the Public Relations Club and Laurels Honor Society; and served as President and Director of Recruitment for my sorority, Alpha Phi. In addition, I interned at the American Red Cross of Greater Cleveland.
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BW was big enough to allow me to grow, explore and learn on my own; yet, small enough to maintain a real sense of community and family. The relationships you make at BW are everlasting, both personally and professionally.
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By Tim HippsU.S. Army Installation Management Command
WASHINGTON, June 29, 2012 The "Kenyan Connection" struck twice for the U.S. Army on June 25 at the U.S. Olympic Track and Field Team Trials at historic Hayward Field here.
U.S. Army World Class Athlete Program distance runners Spc. Augustus Maiyo and Spc. Robert Cheseret, both Kenyan-Americans, advanced to the finals in the 3,000-meter steeplechase and 5,000 meter run, respectively.
Cheseret, 28, finished fifth in the first heat of the 5,000-meter preliminaries with a time of 13 minutes, 49.42 seconds.
Lagat, 37, is considered the most-dominant distance runner in U.S. history. He is the American record holder in the 1,500 meters, the mile, 3,000 meters, and 5,000 meters indoors, as well as the champ in 1,500-, 3,000- and 5,000-meter outdoor competition. He also is the Kenyan record holder at 1,500 meters outdoors.
Lagat also is a 12-time medalist in World Championship and Olympic competition, including five gold medals.
Maiyo's 8:29.29 clocking here was the fourth-fastest time in two preliminary heats of the 3,000-meter steeplechase. He coasted across the finish line in fourth place in the fastest heat.
"The first two laps, I felt it was going hard," Maiyo said. "At the middle is when I started settling in, I guess. From there, my mileage carried me because I have been running a lot. On the gun lap, I knew I could hang on with those guys. That's when I decided to get to No. 3. It's exciting to get to the finals but I don't have a lot of expectations.
"I came just to enjoy the race, not to add pressure to it," he continued. "I just wanted to see where I am with these guys."
Without WCAP, Maiyo would not have been in Eugene for the Olympic Trials.
"When I graduated from Alabama, I didn't want to run anymore," said Maiyo, who had taken nearly a three-year break from the track. "When I joined the Army, they gave me the chance, so I started running again last year."
Cheseret was harder pressed to make the 5,000-meter final. With 200 meters remaining in his qualification heat, no less than eight runners had a shot at six guaranteed spots in the final.
"I had to push a little bit harder," Cheseret said. "It was almost like an all-out sprint because I saw three guys out there and there were three more guys next to me. I wanted to be in the top six so I had to sprint all the way through to the line.
"The last 600 [meters], the race started to pick up, and I knew that [the top] six [times] automatically qualify," he added, "so I was trying to count three guys ahead of me and to make sure two more people didn't pass me. I tried to stay relaxed as much as possible."
Cheseret acknowledged that he feels the pressure to qualify for the Olympics at the trials here.
"The most pressure was to qualify for these trials because we were chasing the [Olympic] 'A' standard," he said. "That's the most pressure. Right now, they told us not to worry about anything else, just feel free and relaxed. That's how you do your best, by running relaxed. There's a little bit of pressure to make the team, but at the same time you try to tell yourself to stay relaxed."
Cheseret and Maiyo are joined in WCAP by fellow Kenyan-American Joseph Chirlee, who finished 15th in the 10,000 meters at the Olympic Trials on June 22.
"Actually, that is the greatest thing that has ever happened to us," Cheseret said. "Coming from Kenya, we went to school here. After school, we joined the Army. The Army helped us get our citizenship, and we're able to represent the Army and represent the U.S. and we're also training together as three guys from Kenya."
"That is the best thing the Army has ever done for us," he added. "We are really happy for that."


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The NewYork Ranger fan base has lovingly adopted "The Hobbit" into the team culture. Mats Zuccarello has embraced the nickname by tweeting about it with pictures and the hashtag "#JustGoWithIt" during last season. The press core has taken to calling him Zucc. Zucc is the type of guy who is noticed on the ice for size just as much as Zdeno Chara, only for inverse reasons. At 5ft 7in and 175lbs, Zucc is one of the shortest players currently in the NHL. For many Ranger fans, Zucc is something of a new face without much background. Truth is there is much more to Zucc than meets the eye.
Many people are aware of Zucc's ties to Modo after last year's battle with John Tortorella and maling decisions to bring Zucc back to New York. Zucc has been a hockey player for 21 years; that's impressive for a 26 year old player. He began playing league hockey at five years old.By the time he reached 18 he had been scouted and began playing full time in the GET-ligen; the top league in Norway. He also accepted a scholarship to attend the Norwegian College of Elite Sport.
Zucc's rookie campaign, 2005-2006, yielded 5 goals for 8 points over 21 games with the GET-ligen Frisk Tigers. The following season he posted 34 goals for 59 points in 43 games. This was the first of 2 consecutive seasons Zucc finished third in the league in scoring. The second season he posted 24 goals for 64 points in 33 games.For those of you looking at math, that's point per game averages of .4, .7, and 1.9 respectively. His 1.9 points per game average in 2006-2007 helped Zucc lead his team to the best regular season record for the year. It also paved the way for a contract with Modo Hockey in Sweden.
The transition to the Swedish Elite League, now SHL, was seamless as Zucc posted 12 goals for 40 points in 35 games (1.14pts per game) in his first season. His second season, 2009-2010, he led his team with 23 goals and the league with 64 points in 55 games for a 1.2 points per game average. With numbers like these, it was only a matter of time before an NHL contract would surface.
The afore mentioned NHL contract came from none other than our Rangers. An Entry Level Contract (ELC) was offered and saw Zucc join the Connecticut Whale (now Hartford Wolf Pack). 29 points in his first 36 games on smaller ice isn't anything to scoff at especially with 13 goals, that's .8 points per game. We know the recent history with Tortorella sending Zucc back and forth between teams. For some reason Torts did not feel the same love for "The Hobbit" as much of the fan base. Early in this season, it seemed as though the same plague may have been following Zucc, as he was benched by Alain Vignealt.
In 28 games this season, Zucc has posted 5 goals for 18 points for a .6 points per game average. He is credited with 1 game winning goals this season. Technically he has only 3 years of NHL experience; and in the 95 games he's played he has posted 16 goals for 52 points for a .6 points per game total and he has never ended a season as a negative. In order to get the full picture, it is important to look away from statistics and watch games. What is very noticeable on the ice, is the way Zucc plays fearlessly against guys who severely outsize him. He skates hard after the puck and battles relentlessly against the boards. He will not stop until the whistle sounds or the puck is free. Zucc seemed to take over a role familiar to fans against the Devils earlier in the year; even the announcers noticed and commented how he had become the new Avery. It was very clear that he was getting Marty Brodeur's nerves by playing a strong game in front of the net looking for lose pucks. When Brodeur face washed Zucc after a play the referees broke up the horde to reveal Zucc in a headlock and nearly off the ice. Even against Boston in the playoffs last year, when he became only the second Norwegian to play in an NHL post season, he did not back down from guys like Chara and Lucic; in fact, he joked about size.
His personality makes him nearly as well loved off the ice as Marty Biron (I love Marty so that's a huge comparison coming from me). Zucc joked about Chara lifting him over his head and crushing him if he wanted to do so. This year he has become a favorite for intermission interviews. He has bragged about his "mom's boss meatloaf" and really proving that he is loving life as a Ranger. For all of this some still say he has his downfalls; citing pass his pass first tendencies. Looking at his stats it is easy to discern that he is more of the assist type of player than he is a goal scoring player. He also gets his goals in the net as well.
This year Zuccarello is on a 1 year 1.150mil contract. He is one of the lowest paid players on the team and one of the biggest contributors. He remains a Restricted Free Agent (RFA) when this season ends, though I have a feeling he will be a player who will get a raise, or an offer sheet. He's the type of player who plays well on any line and with any type of players. While I wouldn't say he has high hockey IQ, I will say he bears the amazing talent of being able to adjust his game to the players around him but still produce offense; he is currently third on the team in points. Just because he is outsized on the ice, doesn't mean he can't make a difference.


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Mar 10 2011
Two Crab Dips
I'm in Savannah, Georgia as I type this. Marlboro Man and the boys are with me. When I'm finished here (oh my, have we had an experience; more later) we're driving to Atlanta for the rest of the weekend (I'll be looking in on Bakerella while I'm there; please keep her in your prayers) then will be back home to the ranch on Sunday.
When we arrived in Savannah last night, the glorious smell hit me. Savannah smells like Hilton Head, where we used to go on vacations when I was a child. I don't know what the smell is, either; it's a marshy/swampy/salty/fishy smell, and I love it more than life itself. It reminds me of sand dollars and Topsiders and colorful beach towels…of childhood and rental bikes and madras. Nothing transports me to my youth more than that glorious, salty smell.
Crabbing is one of my strongest memories from vacations on Hilton Head. The very day we'd arrive on the island, we'd run to the market and buy crabbing nets. Then we'd tie chicken necks in the center and hurl the nets over the side of the dock…then wait. And when we pulled the nets from the water awhile later, there'd be three, four, sometimes six or seven crabs inside. Then I'd scream and run because I was too scared to invert the net and let the crabs fall into the big steel bucket. I didn't like the sound of their hard shells crashing against the galvanized steel. And I didn't want to get pinched. So my brother would invert the nets and let the crabs drop into the bucket, then he'd take credit for catching all the crabs. Then I'd call him a butt and tell on him.
My childhood memories are very, very strong.
I forget nothing.
Here are a couple of crab dips from my mom's recipe binder. I made them earlier this week for no reason at all other than I was craving crab dip. I now know, after arriving in Savannah last night, that my heart must have been yearning for this little section of the South.
Here are the two yummy recipes:
This is a baked crab dip made delicious with horseradish. Add as much as your sinuses can stand!
You can make this ahead of time and keep it in the fridge, unbaked, until you're ready to bake and serve. I love it.
Start with a couple of packages of cream cheese…
Whip them up to soften them a bit…
Then grab some crabmeat in any form: canned, frozen, fresh, single, married, or looking.
Yes, I used canned crabmeat. I live in northeastern Oklahoma, and I am not ashamed.
Drain the crabmeat (if it's the canned stuff) and dump it into the cream cheese.
Then lop the tops off a few green onions.
Slice them up, then throw them into the mixing bowl.
Mix it all together until it's all combined. Give it a taste on a chip or cracker and make sure the flavor/spiciness is what you want. I wound up adding more horseradish and Tabasco. I wanted to feel some heat!
Throw the mixture into a baking dish…
Spread out the surface with a spatula…
Then sprinkle the top with slivered almonds.
Throw this into the oven for 20 to 25 minutes…
Or until golden brown on top. As you can see, I couldn't wait before using my wrinkled, pink rat claw into the shot.
I like hot crab dip, man.
I especially love this cold crab dip, made with avocados as a base.
I remember spreading this on a turkey sandwich once. Sublime.
Start with two bruised, pitiful looking avocados. But only if you want to be like me.
If you don't want to be like me, use nice, lovely avocados.
Pit them and scoop out the good stuff into a blender or food processor.
Then sniff the lemon.
I love sniffing lemon.
Pulse-pulse-pulse to break up the avocado a bit.
Then throw in some cream cheese.
And speaking of cream cheese, the other day my daughter asked me what it was.
I couldn't answer her.
The end.
Then dump in the (drained, if you're using the canned stuff) crabmeat.
I went ahead and pulsed the crabmeat into the rest of the mixture, but if you're using good lump crabmeat, just stir it in to retain a lot of the texture.
Now, you can refrigerate it for a couple of hours before serving, of course. Just remember that avocado's involved, and after a few hours, the top of the tip will start to discolor.
And surround it with corn chips or crackers.
Enjoy these crab dips, guys! Tailor them to your liking, using fresh crabmeat and altering the spices to suit your tastebuds.
Here are the handy dandy printables:
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Hot Crab Dip
- Prep Time:
- Cook Time:
- Difficulty:
- Easy
- Servings:
- 12
- 2 packages 8 Ounce Cream Cheese
- 2 Tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 2 cans (7-ounce Each) Crabmeat (or Use Fresh Or Frozen)
- 4 whole Green Onions, Sliced
- 2 Tablespoons Whole Milk
- 2 Tablespoons Horseradish (more To Taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- Freshly Ground Black Pepper
- 5 dashes Tabasco (more Or Less To Taste)
- 1/4 cup Slivered Almonds
Preparation Instructions
Place cream cheese and mayonnaise in a mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Beat to combine. Add remaining ingredients except almonds and beat gently until just combined. Spoon into a heatproof baking dish. Sprinkle with slivered almonds, then bake at 375 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden and bubbly on top. Serve with corn chips or crackers.
Avocado Crab Dip
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- Cook Time:
- Difficulty:
- Easy
- Servings:
- 12
- 2 whole Avocados, Seeded And Scooped
- 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 1 Tablespoon Chopped Onion
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 package 8 Ounce Cream Cheese
- 1/4 cup Sour Cream
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 2 cans (7-ounce) Cans Crabmeat, Drained (can Use Fresh Or Frozen, Of Course)
Preparation Instructions
In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, lemon juice, onion, and Worcestershire. Pulse until combined. (Leave some texture to the avocados.)
Add cream cheese, sour cream, and salt. Pulse a couple of times. Stir in crab meat.
Chill dip until needed. Keep in mind that the avocado will discolor within a few hours, so make no more than a couple of hours before serving!
248 Comments and 32 Replies
Jamie On Thursday, March 10 at 8:29 pm
Sounds yummy, but I am more interested in the Savannah trip. I loved it! Would love to see you take gorgeous pictures at Bonaventure cemetery.
Paige A. On Thursday, March 10 at 8:37 pm
Did you go to River Street Sweets for pralines? Yum!
d.liff On Thursday, March 10 at 8:39 pm
I think the 2nd recipe sounds better – but I own the first dish! Maybe it's a sign I should take advantage of living a mile from the Maryland border and make some crab dip!!
Mary On Thursday, March 10 at 8:44 pm
LOVE HHI…..counting the days until we point our car in that direction…April 14th, Sea Pines, here we come!!
Alice On Thursday, March 10 at 8:45 pm
Savannah is DH and my favorite spot!! We have been trying to buy a house in the Historic District for about 3 years now!!
I definately second Mrs Wilkes for the very best food in Savannah……but then there is Clarey's………oh and dont forget Firefly Cafe……….Oh and the Crab Shack………..Oh oh and Russos!!!! Well I could go on and on, have a great tirp, tell us all about it.
Alice in Virginia
Traci@TotalMomsense On Thursday, March 10 at 8:47 pm
It's plough mud. (The smell you're smelling) It's pronounced "pluff mud;" it's what heaven smells like. Well that and crab dip. I am SOOOOOOOO JEALOUS you're in Savannah!
If you have never read Dorothea Benton Frank's novels- YOU MUST. They are all set in the Low Country. Sullivan's Island has one of the most hilarious sex scenes EVER, but Plantation- oh Plantation is a beautiful beautiful book.
She'll take you to Hilton Head in your head anytime you pick up the book. And if that doesn't work, we're going the end of May. We've got a big old house- come on and join us- the more the merrier.
Mom's Menu Planner On Friday, March 11 at 5:51 am
You are so right about Dorthea Benton Frank's novels…she is one of my favorite writers. She truly makes Sullivan's Island step right off the pages for you! Her books are wonderful
Paula B. On Friday, March 11 at 2:13 pm
Another second for Dorothea Benton Franks, her stories take you right to the Charleston area, Mount Pleasant, Sullivan's Island and Isle of Palms! Reading them takes you on a mini-vacation. And the characters and plots, so realistic… Hear, hear!
Kaye On Thursday, March 10 at 8:53 pm
I think the Savannah smell is influenced by the nearby paper mills. The beaches of the Georgia barrier islands also smell like paper mill. It reminds me of family reunions on St Simons Island.
CandyLouWhoo On Thursday, March 10 at 9:04 pm
My heart sank today when I opened your page–Once, when I saw that I had missed winning a red mixer (ya don't understand, red is mah colah darlin'…) again, when I saw that you are in my city (SAVANNAH!), and thrice, when I saw that you weren't hanging around to see us!
Won't ya stay a while!?!? I'll make you something fried, from the ocean, and in true southern form I'll serve it up with a large cocktail! Pweeze! I'd love for you to sign my book, I mean your book… well the book you wrote for me! How's that?! I tell ya what– you hang around and sign my book and I won't just tell ya where to eat here in Savannah- I'll take ya there! Won't you give us a minute to show you some southern hospitality?!?! You have fans here!
Jolene On Thursday, March 10 at 9:04 pm
Yeah! Welcome to GA!!! I'll see you SAturday night in Evans!!!
lizykat On Thursday, March 10 at 9:09 pm
If you put the avocado pit in the dip, bury it down to the bottom of the dish, it will keep the avocados from turning brown. Jes' saying…
Emily F. On Thursday, March 10 at 9:13 pm
I hope you travel to Tybee Island and eat at the Breakfast Club.
Jessica @ How Sweet It Is On Thursday, March 10 at 9:19 pm
Obsessed with crab!
Caroline B On Thursday, March 10 at 9:19 pm
Ohhh these crab dips look so good! Unfortunately, the boyfriend hates cream cheese AND mayonnaise. I can never find crab dips without them!
Katie Burgis On Thursday, March 10 at 9:55 pm
Mine hates mayo & cream cheese too but devours my crab dip! It's the baking of the dip that does it… Add a little Old Bay & celery seed. Try it for Yourself and see if he doesn't eat it!!
Katie Burgis On Thursday, March 10 at 9:49 pm
Now I know our connection!!!! The smell you speak of is pluff mud!!! I'm from Isle of Palms, SC and that's the first thing that registers when I get home… And chicken necks & crab nets? Oh, My!!! Enjoy your visit in the South!
p. claire pertalion On Thursday, March 10 at 9:58 pm
i grew up going to the beach and crabbing also…… it was the most fun ever.
glad you are at the beach, in the south. i live at the beach, but in the north, and i love it, it is beautiful…..but it is not the same.
have fun there with your boys and mm.
Chilera On Thursday, March 10 at 10:00 pm
Crab thingy looks great, but God love you for being there for Bakerella. Saying prayers now.
Denise On Thursday, March 10 at 10:09 pm
Ree, I've got one of the best recipes for a dip that goes well with seafood and crackers. I'll send you the recipe one day and maybe you can try it out and include it in your blog someday.
Sarah L On Thursday, March 10 at 10:27 pm
Thank you for crab dips with no mayo!!! xoxo
Rachel On Thursday, March 10 at 10:37 pm
Yum!!! YumyumyumyumyumyumYUM! I don't know which to try first. Our usual crab dip actually involves a layer of cream cheese, cocktail sauce, and a layer of crab. Simple but tasty. This takes it up a notch. Is it sacrilegious of me to get excited that I thought you were putting on garlic instead of almonds? Possibly. I'll let you know if I try it.
SD Ranchwife On Thursday, March 10 at 11:10 pm
Yay! I have something in common with you. I make crab dip #1 on a regular basis. I have even used it to stuff mushrooms and bake. I usualy sprinkle a little cheddar cheese on top before baking to add a little color. I live in South Dakota so fresh crab meat is out of the question. I use either the canned stuff or even the "fake" crab meat which I know isn't the same but tastes pretty good when you don't have alot of choice.
Peggi Lee On Friday, March 11 at 9:36 am
I'm in SD too. I agree about the mock crab. I can't use canned crab because it always has a slight metallic flavor to it.
amy On Thursday, March 10 at 11:32 pm
Darn you. I am drooling and have no crab in the house… Bookmarked and will no doubt be made for the next special event
Mary at Deep South Dish On Friday, March 11 at 12:24 am
I'd forgotten about that Savannah smell until you mentioned it and I instantly recalled it. Living on the Gulf Coast it's not the same, but I sure remember it clear as a bell!!
As far as crabbing I used to spend the night at my grandma's and we'd get up early in the morning and go crabbing. We'd come home all tired and sunburned with a pot full of crabs and Grandma would make a gumbo! I sure miss her.
So what, are ya hanging out with the Queen?
I dont' have a crab dip like either one of these – isn't it funny how many varieties there are? Thanks for sharing from your mama's recipes – those are my most favorite posts you do.
Eq4bits On Friday, March 11 at 1:29 am
The first one is very similar to what i stuff jalepeno's with (then wrap with bacon and grill or bake/broil them in the oven)
I see the Nor'easters above talk about adding Old Bay… but down here in the South a bit of Tony Chacherie's or Zataran's does the trick
Mom's Menu Planner On Friday, March 11 at 5:49 am
Yummy! Both dips look delicious but the hot dip with the horseradish is definitely calling my name
Katrina On Friday, March 11 at 5:56 am
My Nan used to make a wicked crab crab dip. I don't eat meat anymore, but the spicy recipe really made me think of her. Thanks for the recipe
Posti4 On Friday, March 11 at 5:58 am
Prayers&hugs for Bakerella and a big kiss for you. Travel safely!
Sabrina Smeraldini On Friday, March 11 at 6:01 am
I wish I had this for my grandma's party the other day! It would have been perfect, it was all appetizers. Besides my grandma made some crispy crostini and I could have spread this cremy dip on top of them…next time! Sabrina.
Amy On Friday, March 11 at 6:40 am
Those dishes look wonderful. Savannah is one of my favorite places in my home state.
Serenity On Friday, March 11 at 6:57 am
I am coming to see you tomorrow!!! So so excited.
Sally On Friday, March 11 at 7:27 am
Oh Dear!! You are hitting Savannah in the big drunken weekend called St. Patrick's Day! They used to dye the river green. I haven't been in years, hopefully things have calmed down. Wish you could come visit my quiet happy world while in ATL. Safe travels! Have fun.
Thena On Friday, March 11 at 8:37 am
That's actually next weekend since St Patty's is on a Thursday.
Urban Wife On Friday, March 11 at 7:34 am
I'm not really a huge crab fan but these dips look fabulous and might just give me a change of heart.
Sharrieboberry On Friday, March 11 at 7:59 am
I look at my hands. They look normal. They look fine. I take a digital picture of my hand, they look like radishes with digits. Not pretty.
35 mm film never did that. Of course that was a long time ago. Perhaps they were a bit less pink then. And my children were well-behaved back then. Maybe not.
Winnie Dolderer On Friday, March 11 at 8:20 am
Enjoy your trip…I got to see it briefly once on a trip to FL. I must go back. I really want to have dinner at Lady & Sons and Bubba's. I hope you get to.
I loooove the weeping willows and the fountains there…that is what I remember..and lots of yummy shrimp.
Rene Foust On Friday, March 11 at 8:28 am
Yahoo!!!! Bring on the summer fun and crabs!!! Thanks for sharing and have a blast with your boys.
Christie On Friday, March 11 at 8:33 am
Hey Ree, what you are smelling is the lovely smell of pluff mud combined with the salty air. Isn't it great? One of the best smells on our coast.
Katie Mitch On Friday, March 11 at 8:34 am
Enjoy your time in Savannah! I love it there. I wish I was going to get to meet you in Atlanta this evening but I can't make it down. I hope that y'all enjoy your time in the South
Heidi On Friday, March 11 at 8:36 am
Canned crap and fritos? In my opinion neither of them belong in a crab dip.
Kim On Friday, March 11 at 8:38 am
I have been experimenting with greek yogurt dips. Full of protein and lower in fat! The avocado dip looks yummy! I want to try the avocado dip and sub the sour cream for yogurt. It is usually a good substitution for those who don't like sour cream!
Thena On Friday, March 11 at 8:40 am
Can't believe you were in my hometown and I missed it. I would have loved for you to autograph your cookbook.
Sounds like we may be seeing you soon cooking with Paula. She's a wonderful lady.
I'm sure ya'll had a blast.
Leanne On Friday, March 11 at 8:53 am
I was just in Savannah last weekend for my sisters bachelorette party…. Looks like we should have waited a week.
Jennifer S E On Friday, March 11 at 9:02 am
I have a random question / statement….I love the dish that the first dip is in…the red one! Was a pie dish used? It is really pretty! (and of course both dips look yummy!)
KarenC On Friday, March 11 at 9:04 am
I love Savannah! Be sure to have lunch at the Old Pink House and go to Johnny Harris' for dinner. It's a restaurant that originated in the 30's and you won't believe the history and ambience found there. Not to mention the good food. Take a Ghost Tour too, if you have time. Enjoy your trip!
Hey… you aren't filming an episode of Paula Deen's show are you? *suspicious*
Anne @ Baking Me On Friday, March 11 at 9:09 am
I love the addition of avocado. They both look so tasty
Julie On Friday, March 11 at 9:24 am
Welcome to Georgia! I am GA girl and would be perfectly delighted for you to relocate here!! Enjoy your visit and prayers for Bakerella!
Casie On Friday, March 11 at 9:26 am
Thanks for the great memory Ree. Can't wait to hear about your latest adventures. I hope your family is healthy and happy. Have a great weekend.
strawberry CAKE On Friday, March 11 at 9:43 am
I used to make that hot one all the time…it even freezes well, if you really want to plan ahead. But I have GOT to try the avocado dippy one!
Lennie On Friday, March 11 at 9:54 am
I LOVE LOVE LOVE Savannah; we visit every year. You absolutely MUST have a shrimp dinner while there; Savannah shrimp taste like no other and are simply amazing. I recommend Love's — not only is it a great restaurant, but I know you're a movie buff and part of Forrest Gump was filmed there. Their shrimp are absolutely awesome.
Speaking of Forrest Gump, my husband and I laugh every time we drive by Henry Street while in Savannah. C'mon on………..you know the movie line in Forrest Gump…………
PatW On Friday, March 11 at 10:00 am
Your story brings to mind a colleague of mine who was terrified of all animals… but would happily go crabbing!
carolinaheartstrings On Friday, March 11 at 10:02 am
Wow does that dip look wonderful. There is a wonderful smell that comes from the beach/coast. Indescribable. We live close to the Outer Banks of NC. What a wonderful place to spend time.
RandeeQ On Friday, March 11 at 10:26 am
I lived in Hinesville for many years…and river street in Savannah was my favorite hang out…and the old square walking through graveyards and the big old house's. What I miss most is hitting Tybee Island and the shrimp boats as they came in..god I miss fresh seafood!! We always hit the beaches at Jekyll Island. Never got to Hilton Head.
Briana On Friday, March 11 at 10:29 am
You must have been reading my mind! I have leftover crab meat from celebrating National Crab meat day this past wedensday! Thanks for sharing!!
Alex On Friday, March 11 at 10:30 am
For another twist…the way my Mee Maw made crab dip – Can of crab meat, hunk o' mayo (maybe a cup), a wad o' parmesan cheese (maybe a cup), and a squeeze of lemon. Mix it all up, sprinkle with paprika, heat 325 for 20-30 minutes until bubbly. I like it with melba toast, but fritos are good too. But they smell like my weenie dog and my basset hound, so I feel weird eating them.
Barbara | VinoLuciStyle On Friday, March 11 at 10:34 am
I grew up in the Midwest and moved to Raleigh, NC in my late twenties with my husband. I fell in love. We spent every possible weekend at the beach and your description of Savannah rings true for me too when I think of the coast of NC, whether the Outer Bank or Emerald Isle…it came flooding back to me.
I live in Denver now…and I'm not ashamed either. Of having to used canned crab that is…and now I'm craving not just a crab dip but a moment back on the water.
LizK On Friday, March 11 at 10:36 am
My beloved Grandpa Joe, who has been deceased now for 35 years, used to make crab dip every Christmas. About 10 years ago my sister gave me his recipe. Now when I make it, I always feel closer to him.
On a side note, can't wait to try the avocado version! YUM!
Sandee On Friday, March 11 at 10:40 am
We live on the west coast and have fresh crab a lot. We cook them in pickling spice and they are so good warm. Yummy. These recipes look great. Thanks so much!
Heather :) :) :) On Friday, March 11 at 10:43 am
Oh, thanks for these recipes. my father LOVES crab dip. He's always buying fresh made crab dip at our grocery store. He likes his crab dip with wheath thin-type crackers.
I've never been to Georgia, although I have heard Savannah is beautiful. Did you take any photos that you can share here?
oh, back to the recipes, thank you, thank you for making the recipes printable for two-different sized recipe cards as well as full-page. That's super cool and very thoughtful
Love and hugs from Oregon, Heather
Suzanne On Friday, March 11 at 10:44 am
I wish you were doing a book signing here in Savannah! (I live here!) I hope you've enjoyed your stay, and both Crab Dips look amazing – I might make one or both to take to the St. Patrick's parade next week. Thanks!
Sharon On Friday, March 11 at 10:45 am
LUCKY!! Savannah is my favorite southern city.
momo6 On Friday, March 11 at 10:55 am
Savannah! Love it but while you are in this neck of the woods, come on up to CHARLESTON!!!! Enjoy!
Amy @ The Savvy Kitchen On Friday, March 11 at 10:56 am
Yum these look delicious! I love trying new dips. Thanks!
Heidi On Friday, March 11 at 10:57 am
WOW! please, please, please post pics of your Georgia trip. I live in Georgia and would love to see it from your view. Been to Savannah many many times and my favorite part is of course River Street and Tybee Island. I just love me some salt water. But, Savannah has the best of both! So, you MUST tell us where you stayed and ate and all you did. There is sooooo much to do in Svannah, GA!
Meg On Friday, March 11 at 10:58 am
My husband, daughter, toy poodle, and I live in Charleston, SC, so we're not too far from you now in Savannah! The smell you are smelling is most likely from the marsh and pluff mud. It has a very distinct smell, doesn't it?
My husband and his dad built their own crab trap and it works quite well. It's always exciting when he catches crabs and we eat them for dinner!
Ann Albrecht On Friday, March 11 at 11:03 am
Ree, the smell is pluff mud!!! http://www.charlestonwiki.org/Pluff_mud
pg/mt On Friday, March 11 at 11:16 am
I think crab, lemons and avocado are at the top of my favorite foods list and all three are really healthy! I just love to sniff lemon, too and it is probably cheaper than huffing other things. You can use the lemon halves on your elbows to soften and whiten them if you so desire. You can even walk around the house with squeezed lemon halves on your elbows, letting them do their thing [but only if you are a really talented multi-tasking pw ]. If you don't have two halves avaialble, you can use one half on each elbow for a while and then switch. Or maybe not. Then, when you are done with the lemon halves, throw them under the hot water while you draw a bath into the tub (it helps to release those aromatic oils) and when you're done with that you can run them through the garbage disposal or send them out to the compost where the turkeys will pull them out and scatter them all over the garden. If you ever get the chance, try putting the dips into the shells of the cocktail sized avocado (about 1/3 of the size of a standard avocado). Such a cute means for presentation!
Kelsey On Friday, March 11 at 11:30 am
Just seeing a crab dip made without Old Bay seasoning makes me sad.
trisha harris On Friday, March 11 at 11:36 am
I love crab dip and Savannah. Go to River Street and eat like a pig for us!
Liz On Friday, March 11 at 11:58 am
SPOILER ALERT!!!!!! Today, on Paula Deen's Facebook Fan Page, Ree and the MM and the punks show up in pictures of a taping of Best Dishes! Aaaaahhhhh!
Tammy On Friday, March 11 at 11:58 am
SHE DID TAPE WITH PAULA DEEN!!!!!!!!!!! WOOO HOOO! Now I have to find out when this is showing..
Melissa H. On Friday, March 11 at 11:58 am
Looks like you ARE filming a show with Paula Deen! I just saw the pictures posted on Paula's Facebook page! Yay! Definitely can't wait to watch that episode!!
Diedra On Friday, March 11 at 11:59 am
I'm making this RIGHT NOW! YUMMMMMYY
laura @ alittlebarefoot On Friday, March 11 at 11:59 am
these both look amazing! i especially love the avocado one.
sandy from MI On Friday, March 11 at 12:08 pm
We are going to Savannah next month for our 40Th. Where did you stay, I can't make up my mind! Help!! Give our love and best wishes to Angie.
Karen On Friday, March 11 at 12:08 pm
Because of Facebook…. I know why PW is in Savannah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
How cool that she got to tape a show with Paula Deen and that Marlboro Man and the boys are on as well. Can't wait to see this episode.
Tammy On Friday, March 11 at 12:15 pm
@ Karen, I just seen that too.. Can't find when it airs…. ON the hunt.
Rhonda On Friday, March 11 at 12:14 pm
I saw you on Paula's Facebook page… when will the show air?
Tammy On Friday, March 11 at 1:31 pm
Don't know yet… I still hunting… I am sure when Ree gets back on Sunday she will tell us???? I hope!
Katie@Cozydelicious On Friday, March 11 at 12:18 pm
Love love love that you use corn chips – those look like Fritos. Which I haven't had in forever. Which I have never ahd with crab dip. But which make yummy, creamy crab dip look even more amazing!
Janet On Friday, March 11 at 12:25 pm
Give Bakerella a big hug! I'm so glad you get to see her.
Carole On Friday, March 11 at 12:40 pm
Ahhh…..that is the smell of pluff mud. And here in Charleston it smells like home!
Sharon Miller On Friday, March 11 at 12:44 pm
Hilton Head, SC and Savannah, GA are my two favorite places besides Texas of course. Hope you have lots of fun and great cooking with * Paula *. Looking forward to pictures.
Jennifer in SC On Friday, March 11 at 12:53 pm
That smell is pluff mud. And you either love it or hate it.
Laura On Friday, March 11 at 1:01 pm
I vacationed as a child and ended up living there for 10 years after college. We loved going crabbing in the lagoons in Sea Pines. Great memories!
The smell of low tide is my favorite smell. You either love it or hate it! I still visit HHI a few times a year and pray it will be low tide when I cross the bridge – just for the smell.
While you are in Savannah, be sure to stop at River Street Sweets for some pralines and peanut butter fudge!
Melissa On Friday, March 11 at 1:09 pm
I'm headed to Savannah next week! Where should I eat and what should I see and do while I'm there?!
Kimberly B. On Friday, March 11 at 1:21 pm
So glad to have you in the South! My sis in law and I will see you tomorrow in Martinez!! We can't wait!
Beth On Friday, March 11 at 1:24 pm
I LOVE crab dip! These look delicious! And yet…all I'm left thinking is, what the heck IS cream cheese?
Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking On Friday, March 11 at 1:26 pm
I grew up on the Eastern Shore, near the Chesapeake Bay, in Maryland and can almost smell my hometown from your description of Savannah! What I wouldn't give for one day back there and a bite of this delicious crab dip! Thank you for inspiring me with flavors reminiscent of my hometown, Ree. This post is very meaningful to me.
Tiff On Friday, March 11 at 1:42 pm
Mmmm….. I am definitely going to have to try that Avocado Crab dip!
zoom On Friday, March 11 at 2:00 pm
My favorite guacamole recipe is adding lump cramp meat and some old bay. But both of these look just delish.
Tina B On Friday, March 11 at 2:05 pm
When I was growing up, my Dad and Step-mom lived on Hilton Head Island; so I spent my summers there for many years. I know exactly the smell you are talking about. Sometimes I will catch a glimpse of that smell somewhere, don't know what it is, but it always takes me back. I haven't been there in over 10 years now and I hear it has changed a lot. I would love to go back to visit someday!
Paula B. On Friday, March 11 at 2:07 pm
Loved reading all the comments about Savannah, what a beautiful city that I would dearly love to visit again soon. (I know what you mean about Paula Deen's restaurant, love me some Paula but very let down by the food at her Lady and Sons.) And, Hilton Head, one of my most favorite places to vacation, oh the beaches! Not a crab fan so I'll have to bypass the recipes this time. Do want to visit Maryland though – Ocean City and Annapolis in the near future… Post pics/details of this trip I think we all do some travelling vicariously through your adventures!!!
Lisa On Friday, March 11 at 2:22 pm
your description was so vivid it made me long for my childhood vacation spot…Holden, Beach, NC best place in the world!!!!
Justeen @ Blissful Baking On Friday, March 11 at 2:27 pm
Both versions looks so incrediby scrumptious! I can't decide which to make first!
theBootsie On Friday, March 11 at 2:40 pm
That smell has a name, it's called, pluff-mud. It's caused when the tide goes down, the water that is left behind leaves a mud that smells to high heaven. I'm a California native that spent four years in Charleston, SC….come to think of it I'm missing that beautiful awful smell!
Erica On Friday, March 11 at 3:18 pm
Number 2 looks like a total winner! I want to try this. I <3 your blog
Stormy R On Friday, March 11 at 3:46 pm
Now you are making miss home :(. I spent 26 years 45 mins from Savannah, which meant lots of trips to Savannah and summers spent at Tybee. The smell of Savannah, particularly near the ocean is so comforting to me. Now I live 1200 miles away in the middle of Texas and can't wait to go back- only for a vacation though!
RecreationalCook On Friday, March 11 at 4:00 pm
To keep your avocado from turning once it is used put the avacado seed in with it until ready to serve. A friend from Costa Rica told me about this and it really does work.
debi On Friday, March 11 at 4:25 pm
I hope you go to The Lady and Sons. See if Paula remembers seeing you and calling you "That Pioneer Lady" when you were on QVC.
dee On Friday, March 11 at 4:26 pm
Hope you enjoy Savannah, I have lived here all my life. Me and the kids spend the summer walking to the dock to crab for dinner. I can dump the net but not cook them, man job!
Haley D. On Friday, March 11 at 4:32 pm
Mmmmmm! I so wish I would be at your book signing tonight in Atlanta, but it wasn't meant to be. Hope you're having fun!
jodi On Friday, March 11 at 4:39 pm
I spent the three weeks surrounding the 4th of July in Hilton Head every summer while I was growing up. I'm from Atlanta, but we moved out west when I was still young and I have only been back there a few times since. I know exactly the smell you're describing. You just don't smell that smell out here in the mountains. We never crabbed, but we did go to hear the guy play kids songs on his guitar under the big tree in Harbour Town. And we always went to a marina to see the fireworks. You just brought it all back to me…sigh.
Angie Ward On Friday, March 11 at 5:08 pm
Those both look great!
Joanna Elaine On Friday, March 11 at 5:55 pm
I'm in line at your book signing right now! Can't wait to meet you! I've already met your hubby and beautiful boys.


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White House Responds To Petition About Aaron Swartz By Saying Absolutely Nothing
from the that's-a-response? dept
This petition had no chance. Petitions are supposed to be used to get the White House to discuss or commit to policy positions. Specific personnel decisions seem way outside the scope. Besides, as bad a job as we may think Ortiz did in handling the Swartz situation, frankly, it's not the kind of thing the White House will ever come out and say directly. That's just not how it works.
Similarly, while at times the "We the People" petitions have been useful in forcing the White House's hand on things, for the most part, the administration seems to ignore most of them, even if they got the required 100,000 signatures demanding a response.
So I'm at a total loss as to why the White House suddenly decided -- two years later -- to respond to the petition to remove Ortiz from her job, and to basically say... absolutely nothing in response:
If that's the answer, why bother responding at all? Even the opening statement expressing concern for Swartz's family and friends rings hollow. While I know, for a fact, that some in the White House absolutely do understand what Swartz meant to the internet, this response is incredibly weak. Of course, even though they couldn't do anything or say anything about Ortiz, an announcement like this (two years later) could have been tied to some sort of program on internet openness, or increasing access to public domain works, or any of a number of projects and campaigns that Swartz was close to. There was no real reason to pick up this thread now, but having decided to answer the petition now, the White House certainly could have done something a lot more productive with it.
Aaron Swartz's death was a tragic, unthinkable loss for his family and friends. Our sympathy continues to go out to those who were closest to him, and to the many others whose lives he touched.
We also reaffirm our belief that a spirit of openness is what makes the Internet such a powerful engine for economic growth, technological innovation, and new ideas. That's why members of the Administration continue to engage with advocates to ensure the Internet remains a free and open platform as technology continues to disrupt industries and connect our communities in ways we can't yet imagine. We will continue this engagement as we tackle new questions on key issues such as citizen participation in democracy, open access to information, privacy, intellectual property, free speech, and security.
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Resting in Loving Presence: Buddhist Meditation with LGBTQI Communities Week of January 5-10 , 2014
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Everyone told him that bacteria couldn't survive in the human stomach. But Barry Marshall, an Australian doctor who had spent his childhood building fireworks and operating on his pet dog, had other ideas. Marshall knew that bacteria caused ulcers, and he had watched his patients make full recoveries after antibiotic therapy. When he tried to publish his findings, however, the medical fraternity laughed him out of their conferences.
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A nurse agreed to sneak him sterile supplies as long as he promised to perform the procedure on her instead of on himself. Forssmann agreed, anesthetized his nurse, and, in one of the greatest switcheroos in medical history, cut into his own arm and blindly guided the catheter into his heart. Triumphant and still alive, Forssmann hobbled down to the X-Ray lab to show off his handiwork.
Years later, after he promised never to knock out his nurse and perform surgery on himself ever, ever again, he received the Nobel Prize in Medicine.
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Freeport 'Freeze Out' fundraiser sets record
FREEPORT — Near single-digit temperatures last weekend helped set the stage for the most successful heating fuel and food assistance fundraiser for Freeport Community Services.
Sue Mack, family services coordinator at FCS, is a nearly 10-year veteran of the 24-hour "Freeze Out" fundraising drive, where she and other volunteers stand in the winter cold to help raise awareness about the need for heating assistance for residents in Freeport and Pownal.
"It was excellent," Mack said. "I believe we raised more than $12,000, we're still counting some of it, and about 800 pounds of food. It was a success in every way."
That money beats last year's cash total by about $1,000, she said, adding that the cold weather likely played a part in this year's success, forcing people to acknowledge the harshness of the season.
"The wind was pretty nasty," said Mack, who stayed outside from 10 a.m. Saturday to 10 a.m. Sunday for the fundraiser. "We had some very positive experiences all the way through. Lots of thumbs up and horn-honking. I'm looking forward to next year."
Paula O'Brien and Patti Bruce, along with three Boy Scouts and two dads from Troop 58, were among the others who braved the cold weather in front of First Parish Church, 40 Main St.
The cash not only helps supplement the community's growing need for heating fuel assistance, but will also contribute to the buying food and supplies for the FCS food pantry, which has seen a 20 percent spike in demand for service since 2009.
One of the amusing highlights of the event, Mack said, was when one of the scout's dads left his tent to see how things were going and ended up chasing it because the wind had picked it up and carried it down the street.
Although Mack and her companions are still debating how long they've been holding the fundraiser – it's either nine or 10 years – she said she is always encouraged by the public's support.
"I want to give my sincere thanks to the community," Mack said. "I was really cheered by community response. Freeport and Pownal are the best communities the world."