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When Is A Survey Required?
For new structures or additions, accurate property line location is required so the Building Inspector can verify building setbacks would meet or exceed the minimum distance allowed per the Zoning Code. Property corner survey pins must be located and visible. For buildings close to any setback line, it may be necessary to run a string line run between surveyed corners. Typically, foundation footings may go into the setback area, but the foundation walls and exterior building wall may not extend beyond the minimum setbacks. Roof eaves may extend into the setback area a maximum of two feet. Land Use PermitsShort Plats, Long Plats and Binding Site Plans require survey drawings. Lot Line Adjustments involving complex drawings or property descriptions, including but not limited to proposed lot reorientations, require drawings by a licensed surveyor unless otherwise waived by the Development Services director. When no change in property lines is proposed, temporary stakes must be set when existing structure(s) are located close to any minimum front, side and/or rear setback. If the property is vacant or the City determines there is no question regarding the location of existing structures, the applicant may prepare the initial drawing. Some critical area permits (including but not limited to wetlands) may require survey work to indicate locations of critical areas and their associated buffers.
Street Development Permits - Extending Water, Sewer and/or Streets
A survey is required for the extension or improvement of water or sewer lines, stormwater and/or streets within any City right-of-way.
TO FIND OUT IF A SURVEY HAS BEEN DONE: If the property owner's name and approximate year of a past survey is know, contact the Jefferson County Auditor's Office at 385-9115 or visit their office on the 2nd floor of the Courthouse, the large brick building with the clock tower at the intersection of Jefferson and Walker streets.
LICENSED SURVEYORS may be found in the phone book under "Surveyor's-Land" or "Engineers - Civil." According to the Washington State law, only licensed Professional Land Surveyors licensed by the Washington Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors may advertise land-surveying services. Go to the State site at https://fortress.wa.gov/dol/dolprod/bpdLicenseQuery/ "land surveyors" for a list and status of all Land Surveyors licensed in the State of Washington.
To get a very general idea of your property, you may start with a recorded survey from a neighboring property, or look at fence lines and setbacks of neighboring properties. Power poles can be an indication of the street edge as they are usually located on the right of way. Aerial photos can be helpful, but are not dependable for accuracy. If you are unsure of minimum setbacks for your property, please inquire while you are still in the planning stages and before you submit any plans. How Can I Get More Information Prior to Submitting an Application?
The Development Services Department offers various opportunities to gather information.Over the Counter Assistance (free of charge): Walk-in inquiries are welcome during normal business hours. Our staff can provide you with basic information on zoning, mapped critical areas, building, and infrastructure. If you require more detailed information than we can provide in a brief conversation at the counter, you may request a Customer Assistance Meeting.Customer Assistance Meetings (CAMs) (fee applies) - This service is offered to property owners or prospective business owners (if site specific, you will need to have property owners permission). CAMs are a great tool for citizens to casually sit down with staff members and get general answers to questions they may have regarding the permit process and what might be required of them. The process is especially helpful for people building a home for the first time.
A simple one-page application is submitted with a site plan of your proposal, showing proposed access, building footprint, and proposed utility connections. You do not need formal plans at this point. Upon receipt of the request form, a planner will call to schedule a meeting. Our goal is to meet within 14 calendar days of the request.
There are no formal notes or minutes produced from the Customer Assistance Meeting, so you will need to take your own notes at the meeting. When the meeting is over, you should have a clear idea of what steps to take to proceed with your project.PreApplication Meetings (fee applies) - Preapplication meetings are required prior to submittal of certain types of permit applications (including but not limited to subdivisions, critical areas permits, and conditional use permits). The purpose of the preapplication conference is to acquaint the applicant with the requirements of the Port Townsend Municipal Code and to allow the director/staff to provide the applicant with preliminary comments based upon the applicants preliminary sketch of the proposal. Once an application is received, a meeting is scheduled with pertinent staff, which may include planner, stormwater engineer, public works development specialist, and/or building official. A written report is provided at the conference or within 7 calendar days following the conference.Technical Conference (fee applies) - If your questions are specific to public works requirements, a technical conference may be scheduled. Such conferences are strongly encouraged and may be required by the public works director when utilities are to be extended or new streets installed. Project requirements identified during the technical conference shall remain valid for a period of one year from the date of the review, unless changes are made to the proposed development, in which case requirements related to those changes may bemodified.It is impossible for staff to provide an exhaustive review of all potential issues. With the exception of written information provided by the technical conference, information provided by staff shall not bind or prohibit the citys future application or enforcement of all applicable laws and ordinances. No statements or assurances made by city representatives shall in any way relieve the applicant of his or her duty to submit an application consistent with all relevant requirements of city, county, state, and federal codes, laws, regulations and land use plans.
If you have any questions about any of the above processes, please call Development Services at 360-379-5095.
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After your application is received by Development Services, it gets a quick review in the first couple of days to make sure that it is complete and we have everything we need to proceed with plan review.
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New Fence, Deck, Storage Building: Small projects like these usually take approximately a week to issue.
New Residential Roof: These are issued the same day, over the counter.
New Propane Tank and/or Gas Appliance: These are issued the same day, over the counter.
New Commercial Building: 4 to 8 weeks, depending on the complexity of the project and if additional reports or information are required.
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Man, 27, in critical condition after being struck by car in Lantana
LANTANA, Fla. - A 27-year-old male is in critical condition after being struck by a car in Lantana Monday afternoon, according to Teri Barbera.
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A front-page article in the Philadelphia Inquirer explores the promise of Penn Medicine's new Center Personalized Diagnostics, a joint initiative of the department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine and the Abramson Cancer Center. David Roth, MD, PhD , chair of the department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, and Lynn Schuchter, MD , chief of the division of Hematology-Oncology, are quoted in the story, and Robert Daber, PhD, Technical Director of Clinical Genomics in the Center for Personalized Diagnostics appears in a photo accompanying the article. About 375 cancer patients have gotten the tests since February, and Roth's team is focusing on clinically "actionable" results. That means results that help doctors choose a treatment or trial or rule out a treatment, such as a bone marrow transplant, that is unlikely to help. "We are practical people," Roth said. "This is not meant to be primarily a research enterprise."
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July 25, 2011
Captain America's History on an Infographic
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With Captain America storming the Boxoffice this weekend and people raving about the film (well mostly) I thought this would be an appropriate time to share this infographic that gives a little history into the source material and film history of the Star Spangled Super Soldier.
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- 1998 (30) (remove)
- Kollisionen schwerer Ionen (5)
- heavy ion collisions (5)
- Kollisionen schwerer Ionen (4)
- Quark Gluon Plasma (4)
- Quanten-Chromodynamik (3)
- Quark-Gluon-Plasma (3)
- UrQMD (3)
- Zustandsgleichung (3)
- equation of state (3)
- Homogeneous nucleation of quark gluon plasma, finite size effects and longlived metastable objects (1998)
- The general formalism of homogeneous nucleation theory is applied to study the hadronization pattern of the ultra-relativistic quark-gluon plasma (QGP) undergoing a first order phase transition. A coalescence model is proposed to describe the evolution dynamics of hadronic clusters produced in the nucle- ation process. The size distribution of the nucleated clusters is important for the description of the plasma conversion. The model is most sensitive to the initial conditions of the QGP thermalization, time evolution of the energy den- sity, and the interfacial energy of the plasma hadronic matter interface. The rapidly expanding QGP is first supercooled by about T = T Tc = 4 6%. Then it reheats again up to the critical temperature Tc. Finally it breaks up into hadronic clusters and small droplets of plasma. This fast dynamics occurs within the first 5 10 fm/c. The finite size e ects and fluctuations near the critical temperature are studied. It is shown that a drop of longitudinally expanding QGP of the transverse radius below 4.5 fm can display a long-lived metastability. However, both in the rapid and in the delayed hadronization scenario, the bulk pion yield is emitted by sources as large as 3 4.5 fm. This may be detected experimentally both by a HBT interferometry signal and by the analysis of the rapidity distributions of particles in narrow pT -intervals at small |pT | on an event-by-event basis. PACS numbers: 12.38.Mh, 24.10.Pa, 25.75.-q, 64.60.Qb
- Supercooling of rapidly expanding quark-gluon plasma (1998)
- We reexamine the scenario of homogeneous nucleation of the quark-gluon plasma produced in ultra-relativistic heavy ion collisions. A generalization of the standard nucleation theory to rapidly expanding system is proposed. The nucleation rate is derived via the new scaling parameter Z. It is shown that the size distribution of hadronic clusters plays an important role in the dynamics of the phase transition. The longitudinally expanding system is supercooled to about 3 6%, then it is reheated, and the hadronization is completed within 6 10 fm/c, i.e. 5 10 times faster than it was estimated earlier, in a strongly nonequilibrium way. PACS: 12.38.Mh; 12.39.Ba; 25.75.-q; 64.60.Qb
- Excitation function of energy density and partonic degrees of freedom in relativistic heavy ion collisions (1998)
- We estimate the energy density epsilon pile-up at mid-rapidity in central Pb+Pb collisions from 2 200 GeV/nucleon. epsilon is decomposed into hadronic and partonic contributions. A detailed analysis of the collision dynamics in the framework of a microscopic transport model shows the importance of partonic degrees of freedom and rescattering of leading (di)quarks in the early phase of the reaction for Elab 30 GeV/nucleon. In Pb+Pb collisions at 160 GeV/nucleon the energy density reaches up to 4 GeV/fm3, 95% of which are contained in partonic degrees of freedom.
- Dissociation rates of J / psi's with comoving mesons : thermal versus nonequilibrium scenario. (1998)
- We study J/psi dissociation processes in hadronic environments. The validity of a thermal meson gas ansatz is tested by confronting it with an alternative, nonequilibrium scenario. Heavy ion collisions are simulated in the frame- work of the microscopic transport model UrQMD, taking into account the production of charmonium states through hard parton-parton interactions and subsequent rescattering with hadrons. The thermal gas and microscopic transport scenarios are shown to be very dissimilar. Estimates of J/psi survival probabilities based on thermal models of comover interactions in heavy ion collisions are therefore not reliable.
- J/psi suppression in heavy ion collisions - interplay of hard and soft QCD processes (1998)
- We study J/psi suppression in AB collisions assuming that the charmonium states evolve from small, color transparent configurations. Their interaction with nucleons and nonequilibrated, secondary hadrons is simulated us- ing the microscopic model UrQMD. The Drell-Yan lepton pair yield and the J/psi /Drell-Yan ratio are calculated as a function of the neutral transverse en- ergy in Pb+Pb collisions at 160 GeV and found to be in reasonable agreement with existing data.
- Intermediate mass dileptons from secondary Drell-Yan processes (1998)
- Recent reports on enhancements of intermediate and hight mass muon pairs producedin heavy ion collisions have attracted much attention.
- Excitation function of entropy and pion production from AGS to SPS energies (1998)
- Entropy production in the initial compression stage of relativistic heavy-ion collisions from AGS to SPS energies is calculated within a three-fluid hydrodynamical model. The entropy per participating net baryon is found to increase smoothly and does not exhibit a jump or a plateau as in the 1-dimensional one-fluid shock model. Therefore, the excess of pions per participating net baryon in nucleus-nucleus collisions as compared to proton-proton reactions also increases smoothly with beam energy.
- Entropy production in collisions of relativistic heavy ions : a signal for quark-gluon plasma phase transition? (1998)
- Entropy production in the compression stage of heavy ion collisions is discussed within three distinct macroscopic models (i.e. generalized RHTA, geometrical overlap model and three-fluid hydrodynamics). We find that within these models \sim 80% or more of the experimentally observed final-state entropy is created in the early stage. It is thus likely followed by a nearly isentropic expansion. We employ an equation of state with a first-order phase transition. For low net baryon density, the entropy density exhibits a jump at the phase boundary. However, the excitation function of the specific entropy per net baryon, S/A, does not reflect this jump. This is due to the fact that for final states (of the compression) in the mixed phase, the baryon density \rho_B increases with \sqrt{s}, but not the temperature T. Calculations within the three-fluid model show that a large fraction of the entropy is produced by nuclear shockwaves in the projectile and target. With increasing beam energy, this fraction of S/A decreases. At \sqrt{s}=20 AGeV it is on the order of the entropy of the newly produced particles around midrapidity. Hadron ratios are calculated for the entropy values produced initially at beam energies from 2 to 200 AGeV.
- Nuclei in a chiral SU(3) model (1998)
- Nuclei can be described satisfactorily in a nonlinear chiral SU(3)-framework, even with standard potentials of the linearmodel. The condensate value of the strange scalar meson is found to be important for the properties of nuclei even without adding hyperons. By neglecting terms which couple the strange to the nonstrange condensate one can reduce the model to a Walecka model structure embedded in SU(3). We discuss inherent problems with chiral SU(3) models regarding hyperon optical potentials.
- Metastable quark-antiquark droplets within the Nambu-Jona-Lasinio model (1998)
- Chemically non equilibrated quark antiquark matter is studied within the Nambu Jona-Lasinio model. The equations of state of non strange (q = u, d) and strange (q = s) qq systems are calculated in the mean field approximation. The existence of metastable bound states with zero pressure is predicted at finite densities and temperatures T 50 MeV. It is shown that the minimum energy per particle occurs for symmetric systems, with equal densities of quarks and antiquarks. At T = 0 these metastable states have quark number densities of about 0.5 fm 3 for q = u, d and of 1 fm 3 for q = s. A first order chiral phase transition is found at finite densities and temperatures. The critical temperature for this phase transition is approximately 75 MeV (90 MeV) for the non strange (strange) baryon free quark antiquark matter. For realistic choices of parameters, the model does not predict a phase transition in chemically equilibrated systems. Possible decay channels of the metastable qq droplets and their signatures in relativistic heavy ion collisions are discussed.


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The Homeschool Experiment: Book Review & Giveaway
In early February I was honored to read the unpublished manuscript of The Homeschool Experiment, a faith-based homeschool novel written by Charity Hawkins and published by Familyman Ministries.
Through Julianne Miller, Hawkins humorously introduces readers to the joys and struggles experienced by nearly all first-time homeschoolers. Previous to children Julianne was valedictorian of her high school class, graduated from college with honors, and navigated a successful career in the business world. While certainly familiar with hard work and time management, the thought of homeschooling her three children (ages 6, 4, and a baby ) took Julianne on a roller coaster ride beginning with her giddy, fairytale expectations, then plummeting into the unrelenting self-doubt that can overwhelm the most competent of mothers.
Beginning in May, each chapter represents one month in the first year of Julianne's homeschool experience. As the year progresses, and the day in and day out of homeschooling unfolds before her eyes, it becomes quite clear to Julianne what will and will not work for her children and family. Plans are put in place only to be repeatedly modified. The same need to re-evaluate emerges with her well-prepared schedules, curriculum choices, and even the location where she finds the kids actually learn the best.
This book will fully resonate with moms who have already walked this path, but also serve as encouragement and comic relief for those who are considering homeschooling their children. Julianne's character moves from a very frantic, unsettled mother to a more relaxed and introspective one, all the while realistically addressing so many of the lingering questions and self-doubts of first-time homeschooling moms.
I particularly appreciated the way Julianne finds peace with different areas where she felt she failed, understanding it is part of the whole process and only makes us stronger.
Because of Hawkins' personal perspective and hindsight, she can poke fun at homeschooling, but at the same time she poignantly reminds readers how very personal homeschooling is for each family who chooses to follow that path.
The Homeschool Experiment, available in print as well as a Kindle ebook, brings light and laughter to the experience of homeschooling without hiding the frustrations and disappointments. It is a refreshing, honest read and a book first-time homeschooling mothers will treasure.
If this review of The Homeschool Experiment has piqued your interest, you are in luck! The author, Charity Hawkins, is sponsoring a giveaway of two (2) books for two lucky winners. In addition, the two winners will also receive one (1) $50 Amazon gift card with each book!!
To enter the giveaway, just answer the following question in the Comments section below.
If there was one thing bit of advice you could share with a new homeschooling parents, what would it be?
One entry per person, please.
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Winner will be selected at random and announced Saturday evening.
About the Author: Tired of feeling overwhelmed, Heather Sanders and her husband Jeff faithsized their family into a 960 square foot lake cabin in need of renovation. She writes about faith and simplifying your desires so you can be content right here and right now.
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Erica G On Thursday, March 22 at 10:49 am
I don't have advice to offer, just interested in learning more about it!
Charmin On Thursday, March 22 at 10:50 am
My advice must be good because it comes straight from scripture! Be anxious for nothing – worry presses us to make choices we normally wouldn't. Like Philippians 4:6&7 says, be thankful and pray instead and God will give you His peace about your choices.
Buffy On Thursday, March 22 at 10:50 am
Every child learns differently.
Dee H On Thursday, March 22 at 10:51 am
I would say that it is important to keep in mind WHY you decided to homeschool so when it gets tough (and it will) that you still have your goal in mind.
Rebecca On Thursday, March 22 at 10:52 am
Even unorganized, freespirited moms like me can homeschool!
lilly On Thursday, March 22 at 10:52 am
i don't have any since i don't homeschool. will love tohear about others and perhaps some will rub on me and i can apply to my children. thanks.
Jan On Thursday, March 22 at 10:52 am
1) Buy the answer key. It's worth it.
2) Have a network: other people you can bounce ideas off, get ideas from . . . .
Jessica M On Thursday, March 22 at 10:53 am
The only advice I could possibly give is HAVE FUN!! Every day is a learning experience! This is our first year homeschooling (kindergarten) and it has been stressful, eventful, and fun. I'll admit at times I wonder if I'm providing the education my child needs, but after visits with friends and family I am always rewarded with remarks of greatness! So on days I wonder WHY? I think about all the positives everyone has said about my child!!! So we are going to keep it up and HAVE FUN!!
Kristin On Thursday, March 22 at 10:53 am
Take things a year at a time and surround yourself with help.
Holly Mashburn On Thursday, March 22 at 10:55 am
Have much grace for you and your kids! Don't give up! Make schooling enjoyable for you and your kids!
Lisa N On Thursday, March 22 at 10:55 am
Remember to exhale. Homeschooling is a process where the kids aren't the only ones learning. Embrace the chaos and learn as a family what works and what doesn't. You CAN do it!
Brooke On Thursday, March 22 at 10:55 am
I haven't homeschooled my kids, but am considering it… they are too young now. My advice would simply be: do your research.
Jera On Thursday, March 22 at 10:55 am
Join support groups!
Don't let others influence you too much!
Cris Hayes On Thursday, March 22 at 10:55 am
ENJOY the PROCESS! If you can maintain enthusiasm, you are 99% more effective than most teachers anywhere. And if you falter ~ ie, miss a day or two (or a week), just start the next day anew and keep. moving. forward. Use the FREEDOM that homeschooling provides to your advantage without taking advantage.
Jolisa Pow On Thursday, March 22 at 10:56 am
Patience. It will come. It takes some getting adjusted, but you will get it and the rewards far out weigh the initial stresses! Also, don't sweat the small stuff!
Leslie L On Thursday, March 22 at 10:56 am
Read about the various ways to homeschool before making the decision to do it. Talk to other Mom's or join a local group. So many think homeschool has to be just like "school" or it isn't a valid way to educate children. This is the beauty of homeschool…every family is different.
Thea On Thursday, March 22 at 10:57 am
Well I am not a mom, so I can't say from a mom's point of view but I was homeschooled 2nd-10th and I think a big thing is still allowing your kids to participate in sports, music, art, with other kids. In junior high I went to the local middle school and played sports with the kids there. It was really great to not only stay in shape but to learn how to deal with other personalities- besides my sisters- and to this day I feel i am a a better person because I had to struggle (being the odd one out and overweight) and I had a coach telling me to push harder (for the first time ever) and in the end I really impressed myself with the goals I accomplished and it really boosted my confidence and self esteem. I never thought I was capable of so much until I was exposed to a competitive environment.
ern On Thursday, March 22 at 10:57 am
There will be plenty of days you try to talk yourself out of what you're doing, or think that you're failing miserably. These thoughts are good for pushing you forward and helping you look for ways to make it better, but don't ever let them make you quit! You're doing a great job. Maybe find a place to write down your reasons for homeschooling and refer back to them when you forget.
Stacy Townsend On Thursday, March 22 at 10:58 am
I am not a homeschooler but teach preschool in my daycare….I would say be patient….it is harder to be patient with your own kids than it is with someone else's…
Kris P On Thursday, March 22 at 10:58 am
flexibility, good support from your spouse, and grace.
Beth G On Thursday, March 22 at 10:59 am
Remain flexible. Treat each day as a gift.
Jill On Thursday, March 22 at 10:59 am
Dont overload yourself or your kids the first year, just hit the basics (reading, writing, and arithmetic) and read, read, read to your little ones!
Rhonda L On Thursday, March 22 at 10:59 am
I haven't homeschooled in quite a few years now but my advice would definitely be to start slow! Don't jump in and buy thousands of dollars worth of curriculum all at once! Our first year was probably the most fun and we just spent probably $50 on a few workbooks and the rest we did by ourselves! Lots of activities and art work! It was great fun! I miss my kids being young enough to homeschool again!
Lee Hughes On Thursday, March 22 at 10:59 am
Find a co-op of other homeschoolers for socialization. Be flexible, yes, but remember that consistency and routines are important.
Sheri C On Thursday, March 22 at 11:00 am
As a parent new to homeschooling, I would ask the same question! What is the one thing I should know about homeschooling that stands above all? We will begin homeschooling in June. We have an 8, 10, and 14 year old. I have researched and researched and am truly excited! But it's liking jumping off a cliff or skydiving! That first step is the doozy! I know I can do it, but if there is anything out there that makes the first step a little easier, I'm all ears! Thanks!!
Molly Elkins On Thursday, March 22 at 11:00 am
Be realistic with your goals, and be disciplined! Find other home school families in your area- don't try to do it in a bubble.
Tezra On Thursday, March 22 at 11:02 am
Throw out the rulebook you're used to and don't compare yourself to ANYONE else
Kristy On Thursday, March 22 at 11:03 am
I think the number one thing I would say is never compare. It is so easy to listen to other parents and get off track. One of the greatest gifts of homeschooling is the flexibility to tailor the learning experience for your children, keep your focus there.
Ashley On Thursday, March 22 at 11:04 am
Take the random, occasional day off with your kids to curl up in front of the television and have a movie marathon all day long- just because!
Theresa H. On Thursday, March 22 at 11:04 am
The joy of being with your children and teaching them what is wrong from right. I noticed their attitudes change for the better. There is more communication going on. Not having to stress over getting up early, making lunches, making sure they have all their homework completed and those heavy backpacks filled. The list goes on and on. But #1 thing is we can read our bibles together.
Joy Noll On Thursday, March 22 at 11:04 am
You can do it!
Jen On Thursday, March 22 at 11:07 am
Some days, there will be tears and frustration,whether it is you or your child, but there are more hugs and special moments to count. Remember that you know what is best for your child, no matter what your training.
tina On Thursday, March 22 at 11:07 am
Advice: ENJOY yourself and have fun! I wish I could start over with my 13 year old in kindergarten and just RELAX! I worried about way too many things!
Rachelle G. On Thursday, March 22 at 11:08 am
Never have been one to experience the home schooling. However, working in the field of education, I find that it would truly benefit more children in the early stages of childhood to be able to be in the comfort of their own homes. It would help build more confidence in children. Being nurtured for the first 4 years of life with such a bond and then being forced into a class of 20 or so children really could be frighting.
Laura On Thursday, March 22 at 11:09 am
Make it your own. Don't just "copy" what others are doing. You know your kids best and what they like and what they respond to. Get those kinesthtetic kids making things and hands-on! Read aloud to those auditory learners! Get visual kids drawing and illustrating stories! Get them all to museums, exhibits, art shows, historical re-enactments, etc… Personalize it and have fun!
Michelle G On Thursday, March 22 at 11:09 am
I'd have to say, don't give up! I get scared all the time as my homeschooling journey begins again (I have a 17 year old daughter that I homeschooled for the last year of HS that is now in college) with my 5 year old twins. Believe me, I get the self doubt!
Sarah On Thursday, March 22 at 11:09 am
Enjoy your children because the time goes by way too fast
Rebecca J On Thursday, March 22 at 11:10 am
Be patient and realize it's a learning experience for everyone involved.
Gail On Thursday, March 22 at 11:10 am
Promote love of learning and discovery. If you instill these feelings when they are young, it will continue. Don't fall into the trap of "doing school" – then it becomes a chore.
DooTell On Thursday, March 22 at 11:11 am
Be patient…with your child(ren) AND yourself. You both can do it!
And prayer always helps!
Courtney On Thursday, March 22 at 11:11 am
My biggest piece of advice would be to not take your first few years too seriously. It will all come together and you will figure out what works after during that time, don't force it.
Cheryl T in La On Thursday, March 22 at 11:11 am
My children are all grown but I wish my daughter, who is a teacher, would consider it for her children who will enter pre-K next year. I would give the book to her – the no. 1 teacher in my life!
duncancreek farmgirl On Thursday, March 22 at 11:12 am
Don't overstress the process of planning. Don't overschedule yourself to 6 hrs. a day. You can do it in a lot less time and your children will be much less stressed and so will you!!!!Enjoy the process. Take time for field trips they will return refreshed and ready to move forward. Use the internet as a practice tool. ENJOY! ENJOY!
Whitney On Thursday, March 22 at 11:13 am
I don't homeschool, but would love to read the book!
Carrie H On Thursday, March 22 at 11:14 am
Make sure to get your kids involved in out of home activities and help them stick to them! Sports, arts, etcs. I wish my mom had made sure I did!
Lindsey On Thursday, March 22 at 11:14 am
No advice here- I'm a first time homeschooling mom myself!!! I do enjoy reading all of the advice posted though!
Teresa Ann On Thursday, March 22 at 11:14 am
I have no advice to give since I'm not currently homeschooling. We have 4 high schoolers that have always been in public school. We have a toddler who I am seriously considering homeschooling. Can't wait to read over everyone's advice.
Pam K On Thursday, March 22 at 11:16 am
Do not enter a conference book fair your first year without a plan and a seasoned homeschooling friend. It's overwhelming!
April On Thursday, March 22 at 11:17 am
Take a deep breath and relax!
Shannon C. On Thursday, March 22 at 11:17 am
I am just learning about homeschooling. I would love to read the book!
Lesley T. On Thursday, March 22 at 11:17 am
Definitely find a support group. Or at least a couple of other families who are also homeschooling. I wouldn't make it without the support and friendship of my fellow homeschooling moms!
Corey On Thursday, March 22 at 11:17 am
Do your research and seek out a mentor.
ELizabeth On Thursday, March 22 at 11:18 am
When you feel overwhelmed,just take a break, even a year if you need to.
Susan ruff On Thursday, March 22 at 11:18 am
Don't sweat the small stuff! Hopeful hsing mom here…
pvfrompv On Thursday, March 22 at 11:18 am
I have no advice to give, just the opposite. Our fabulous DIL and great mom, is considering home schooling our grandchildren and I'd like to give her some good food for thought through other homeschoolers' experiences. It will be the hardest job ever but one with potentially such great rewards.
Tasha L. On Thursday, March 22 at 11:18 am
Don't wait until you have the perfect plan to begin…just jump in each day with lots of prayer, and you'll find what works for you and your family. Be ambitious, but don't compare your way of doing things to other families. Oh – and have fun with your kids! (I guess that is more than just one piece of advice – I was homeschooled myself and now I am homeschooling my 9 children, so I have a lot of thoughts about it.)
Dawn E. On Thursday, March 22 at 11:18 am
Relax, breathe and enjoy the journey! School was meant to be fun and enjoyable. Create a love of learning in your children.
NancyS On Thursday, March 22 at 11:18 am
My advice is to set small goals and to be flexible.
Tonye Nadwornik On Thursday, March 22 at 11:19 am
Be prepared.. to Change everything at least one, twice.. oh wait.. Probably 4 times.. at least.. Kids adapt quickly.. and us older Moms have to be prepared!!
Melanie Clay On Thursday, March 22 at 11:19 am
I homeschooled two boys all 12 years each. I committed to one year at a time and it wasn't always easy……the opinions of society, the trials of learning subjects that kids think they know enough of already, the pressure to fit into the mold of the perfect homeschoolers (my kids don't like classical music and looking like we are from the Amish community, like a LOT of homeschoolers used to be) but we ALL have NO regrets. Yes, there were times the boys begged to go to school with their friends but "when the dust setteled", they thanked me for keeping them at home and for all the family adventures we went on and for teaching them subjects "outside the box". (It's much more fun to see, touch, and live History and Science than just read about it. ) Our homeschooling experience allowed us to meet friends that we will have for life. It also has helped to bring our boys to a place of deep, lasting, loving friendship that is hard to find in the world today. Joshua and Caleb are 24 and 20 yrs old now and they live two blocks from each other. They work together in the ministry and I constantly have people ask me, "how did you bring your boys up to get along so well?"
I won't pretend that they have always been that way because there were days they acted like they were enemies, but I believe that homeschooling brought them to the place of great love and respect for one another. I wouldn't trade it for the world but I also tell people that homeschooling isn't for everyone. You have to follow peace in your decision making.
Tristan K. On Thursday, March 22 at 11:20 am
Not homeschooling yet, but would love to learn more about it.
DONA HAGGERTY On Thursday, March 22 at 11:21 am
I'm going to try this one more time.
I never see my comments and I post a comment on every give away…
I WOULD SAY TO A NEW HOMESCHOOLER. R E L A X!!! E N J O Y!!! Do what works for you…and that will probably change every year.
Lauren B On Thursday, March 22 at 11:21 am
Don't take yourself too seriously! Just roll with the punches and have fun together while learning
Deanna On Thursday, March 22 at 11:21 am
Relax! Everything doesn't all happen at once. You have 12ish years to teach them everything they need to know.
lissy parker On Thursday, March 22 at 11:22 am
I would tell them to enjoy the experience and have fun!
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Kathleen Copeland On Thursday, March 22 at 11:22 am
I like reading these comments for the advice! What a great entry scheme! I hope you pick the top replies and create an "advice from others" post!
Stacy On Thursday, March 22 at 11:22 am
Relax, you can't do it all!
nancy On Thursday, March 22 at 11:22 am
Not sure I'm qualified to answer, since we're new to homeschooling, but I would say, do what works for you and don't worry about what others say- just follow your husband (and the Lord's) leading.
Rachel On Thursday, March 22 at 11:24 am
Remember that each year is different. Be willing to try new things if what you are doing isn't working.
Lisa C On Thursday, March 22 at 11:25 am
Homeschooling is so multifaceted that it's hard to pick one bit of advice. I would have to say be flexible, be patient, be relaxed and most of all be loving. If you homeschool your children with a loving attitude, it will be a blessing to you all.
Karla S. On Thursday, March 22 at 11:25 am
Be gentle with yourself! (and your poor firstborn experiment!)
Germaine On Thursday, March 22 at 11:26 am
Stay Organized!
Jenna On Thursday, March 22 at 11:26 am
I'm not a homeschool mom yet. Baby number 1 is still "in the oven" so I'm afraid I can't offer advice. However, I'm seriously considering it for my kiddos someday and love all the insight and advice I'm picking up here.
Jen M. On Thursday, March 22 at 11:26 am
Be flexible!
Alissa On Thursday, March 22 at 11:27 am
Always look for the bright side of each situation.
Tammy On Thursday, March 22 at 11:27 am
My advice would be to meet as many homeschoolers as you can. It is really hard to homeschool if you aren't aware of the resources and support that are available to you. I don't think anyone can really get the feel for what's available on their own.
Nora Bucy On Thursday, March 22 at 11:27 am
Whatever works!
BigCooker On Thursday, March 22 at 11:27 am
I would give your homeschool a name to give it an identity for everyone. Find out the laws for your area. Get organized and make it easy. Develop a style of teaching unique to yourself. Please don't make it like public school. Find other homeschoolers in your area and get together for activities! Most of all have fun!
Meredith On Thursday, March 22 at 11:28 am
We haven't started yet (I have a 3 and 1 year old), but I am seriously considering it. Can't wait to see all the advice.
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Cindy K On Thursday, March 22 at 11:28 am
One bit, wow that's hard but I think I would say find a co-op or support group! This will help with support for you and your kids. It will connect you with veteran home school families and create a great social network for your kids and you.
kristine On Thursday, March 22 at 11:29 am
Let the Lord be the center of your home and your homeschooling efforts.
M Ruiz On Thursday, March 22 at 11:29 am
Enjoy the time you spend with your kids! I also encourage you to read, read, read with them. We go to the library all the time.
Vale T On Thursday, March 22 at 11:29 am
As a first year homeschooler, my best advice would be to continually ask questions of the "veteran" homeschool moms.
Krista R On Thursday, March 22 at 11:29 am
Never be afraid of revision! …of schedules, organization techniques, curriculum choices, chore lists and expectations!
Andrea K On Thursday, March 22 at 11:48 am
This is my mantra, as well! We're only into our first year of homeschooling and revisions/changes has been my biggest, darkest enemy. It's only 7 months in that I'm starting to get "friendly" with the creature who lurks in our home, kindly known as interference!
rebecca On Thursday, March 22 at 11:29 am
if you try to imitate school as you knew it,(private or public) you will hate it. Homeschool beats to its own drum.
Monique H On Thursday, March 22 at 11:30 am
I don' have any advice, but I am seriously considering homeschooling and need a serious dose of reality.
Susan Horton On Thursday, March 22 at 11:30 am
You have to let God lead you and seek His guidance in your choices. He knows your children better than you do and His prompting will reap the richest rewards and results.
Kim On Thursday, March 22 at 11:31 am
Kelli On Thursday, March 22 at 11:32 am
Don't stress. Don't overbuy "stuff." And most of all – Love on your kids!
Sylvia On Thursday, March 22 at 11:32 am
Relax and enjoy.
Hana K On Thursday, March 22 at 11:33 am
I want to homeschool my son when it's time and this book sounds like it would be fun to read! I'm trying to read as much about homeschooling as I can.
shirley elizabeth On Thursday, March 22 at 11:33 am
I don't have any advice because I'm about to be that new homeschooling parent. I need all the advice I can get!
Lidian On Thursday, March 22 at 11:34 am
Hoping to get this book to see if I want to homeschool.
jen On Thursday, March 22 at 11:34 am
To focus on what is going well, versus what isn't. While it's important to know what isn't working, taking note of the successes allows you to use those techniques to improve the struggles.
Also, some days just need to be "book" days, where you read every library book in the house while drinking hot chocolate with marshmallows!
Laurie Swanson On Thursday, March 22 at 11:34 am
Start simple–see what will work for your child's learning style, their interests.
Have fun–go see things!
Jennifer Tait On Thursday, March 22 at 11:34 am
My daughter is only two and my first. I have been reading about homeschooling but don't have any recommendations. Looking forward to reading all the comments. Thanks.
jenn On Thursday, March 22 at 11:34 am
I'd say to beware of curriculum overload. It is so intimidating trying to select curriculum, and you can get easily overwhelmed trying to determine what you want to use. Hit garage sales, ebay, and used book stores first to check out what textbooks are available there. You can save your family hundreds and hundreds of dollars that way. Second is to not sweat it if you find something doesn't work. Just try something else. Relax and realize that your kids will have so many more opportunities not being tethered to a classroom 8 hours a day, that learning won't even seem like work after you get going.
Jennifer On Thursday, March 22 at 11:35 am
After five years of homeschooling my advice to new homeschoolers is usually something like this: You will eventually discover your own personal style; your way of learning at home, one that works for your whole family. However, this can take some time, so think of it as a journey.
Heather On Thursday, March 22 at 11:35 am
You're doing better than you think…so don't give up!


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My new job at ReadWriteWeb, and what it means for SplatF
Dec. 14, '11: If you follow me on Twitter, or follow tech news in general, you may have seen the announcement this morning that I'll be joining ReadWriteWeb as Editor At Large starting in January. SAY Media, my business-side partner for SplatF, just … Continue reading →
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The White House lawyer hasn't even convinced mainstream news reporters that nothing untoward occurred regarding the Joe Sestak job offer. On Fox News Sunday, Ceci Connolly of the Washington Post remarked:
I think there are also some still real unanswered questions here. And the biggest one, of course, is what exactly did President Obama know and when did he know it. I mean, his response in the news conference just saying, "Well, nothing improper occurred," well, gosh, that almost raises more questions in my mind. So far, from what we've seen, we know this was not unprecedented. Governor Rendell actually made sort of a remarkable acknowledgment in your interview, Chris, saying, "Oh, yes, I did a similar thing a few years back." So it's certainly politics as usual. But as your clip illustrates, that becomes a political problem for the White House.
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Efforts were made in June and July of 2009 to determine whether Congressman Sestak would be interested in service on a Presidential or other Senior Executive Branch Advisory Board, which would avoid a divisive Senate primary, allow him to retain his seat in the House, and provide him with an opportunity for additional service to the public in a high-level advisory capacity for which he was highly qualified.
When everyone returns from the Memorial Day weekend, we'll see how aggressively the White House media corps pursues this with Robert Gibbs and other administration figures. What went on in those conversations, which Bauer said were also conducted through a cutout, namely Bill Clinton? When Obama gives his next interview or news conference, will he be grilled? The media is no longer so infatuated with the president, so we may actually see some dogged questioning. But don't get your hopes up. Expect the questions to be brushed off with, "We already answered questions about all of this." It's the sort of thing the media, if it wants to get back its collective manhood and reputation from deep storage, shouldn't let Obama get away with.


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when: Oct 2, 2011 at 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
where: Twin Pines Park, 1225 Ralston Avenue, Belmont, Ca
cost: $5/adult. $2/child.
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Listen to music by kids in elementary school through high school, and college students too in a Battle of the U.C. Marching Bands. In the extensive Children's Area activities will include tie-dye and frisbee spin art, along with bounce houses, train rides and slides. They also run a world famous Musical Instrument Petting Zoo. Don't worry, they don't bite!
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Baumhower: Replacing Stan StachakWritten by Jeremy Baumhower | | firstname.lastname@example.com
On April 4, 13abc WTVG announced that longtime Chief Meteorologist Stan Stachak will be taking his Live Doppler 13,000 forecasts and jet streaming into retirement. Stachak, who has been the face of Toledo TV weather for 30-plus years, will step down from his full-time responsibilities April 23. 13abc President and General Manager John Christianson has selected Jay Berschback as Stachak's successor.
13abc News Director Brian Trauring released the following comment: "Stachak is a professional who cares deeply about the safety of viewers during severe weather situations. The goal is to continue to build on the proud tradition of coverage that Stan has built at the station."
Stachak has been part of the fabric of many Toledoans' lives. As a child of the '80s, Stachak's face and easygoing demeanor always brought comfort to me while watching the news. Stachak was always the fifth person at my family's dinner table; I cannot tell you how many times I was shushed for his voice. His predictions brought both joy and disappointment to many Northwest Ohioans.
Former WTVG anchor and current WTOL 11 anchor Jerry Anderson shared his thoughts via email: "Stan and I started the same year [1980] at WTVG. I worked side-by-side with him until 1993. He was always a pro … I spent the first half of the '80s being Ron Burgundy (remember the hair/'stache?). But what people may not get about Stan is just how funny he can be in a very cerebral way … a dry wit that can just crack you up … smart humor stuff. And then it's all wrapped up in a great human being … a family man with a huge heart. In short, Stan is pure class (uh oh, I'm back to Burgundy). It was a privilege working next to him for so many years … I wish him only the best in retirement."
Rob Powers, former 13abc sports anchor who is now at ABC's No. 1 station, WABC in New York, said via email, "It sure takes a special talent to not only survive, but thrive in this business, and to do it in one place for so long? Unheard of! I had so much fun working with Stan; such a pro. I feel fortunate to have worked with him, and WTVG's viewers have been fortunate to have him on the job. Calm, levelheaded and so knowledgeable on the air … fun, light-hearted and such a good guy off the air. Take a well-deserved break, Stan … you sure as heck earned it!"
13abc anchor Lee Conklin said, "He is one of the most intelligent people I've ever met. I will always appreciate his professionalism, sense of calm when the weather gets crazy and sense of humor, too. I was actually hired over here 21 years ago to do weekend weather, while I was doing news and sports at WSPD. Despite the fact I was not a meteorologist, and had never done television, Stan was patient with me while I learned the ropes (it couldn't have been easy). I do remember calling him in the middle of the night from time to time when the weather computers went haywire. I imagine that ticked him off, but he never showed it. He has truly earned his retirement. I'm happy for him that it's taking place on his own terms."
Vary rarely in medium-size markets do TV personalities stay longer than 10 years, especially those as talented as Stachak. The Toledo TV market is normally a proving ground for bigger and better things, but Stachak stayed. Stachak dabbled and filled in at CNN in the 1990s, and I am sure he has turned down bigger offers with more money. He chose to stay here, to raise his family here, and for those choices, Toledoans will hold him in their hearts and minds.
Although there will always be a TV weather person sharing forecasts, trying to make normal people understand the art and science of predicting weather, Toledo may never see another Stan Stachak. It takes a special human being to turn down more money and bigger opportunities for more than 30 years to remain dedicated to one town — we call that a "Toledoan."
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Grill Games BBQ Competition & Lakefront Festival
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Grill Games BBQ Competition & Lakefront Festival is a music festival featuring outstanding musical acts, a Wisconsin State Championship BBQ contest with teams from the Kansas City Barbeque Society, a family fun area, a Community BBQ Challenge and a carnival! Free admission, through a $1 donation is suggested.
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For those who live in the New York City area or will be visiting, there's a Juneteenth exhibit being held in Times Square entitled "Claims of the Negro: 400 Years of Chains and 143 Years of Gains?" created by Darryl Hell of Sektor 6 Kommunikations. The exhibit is scheduled for June 19th - 28th and there's also 24-hour outside viewing with sound. The location is:
chashama Gallery 112
112 West 44th Street
NYC, Times Square
View exhibit details and hours here: S6K Kommunikations
Juneteenth and Emancipation Day Celebrations: USF Africana Heritage Project
African American Registry: Juneteenth, National Freedom Day observed!
Please link to the Web sites above for more detailed information on the history of Juneteenth. We can very briefly tell you that it is the oldest known celebration for the "official" end of slavery – when, on June 19, 1865, the enslaved individuals of Galveston, Texas were the last to be informed of the Emancipation Proclamation that was signed in 1863.
The Middle Passage Pictorial by Tom Feelings with an Introduction by John Henrik Clarke is also quite interesting with a few selected written samples below:
"Nowhere in the annals of history has a people experienced such a long and traumatic ordeal as Africans during the Atlantic slave trade….millions of African men, women, and children were savagely torn from their homeland, herded onto ships, and dispersed all over the so-called New World…."
[note: the "new world" includes north america, south america, and the caribbean islands .]
"It was not atypical to see a massive school of sharks darting in and out of the wake of the ships filled with human cargo plying the Atlantic….If the Atlantic were to dry up, it would reveal a scattered pathway of human bones, African bones marking the various routes of the Middle Passage."
"Every morning, perhaps, more instances than one are found of the living and the dead fastened together," a quote by John Newton (a former slave ship captain who, years later, became a minister and wrote the very popular hymn – "Amazing Grace" – which includes the line "…that saved a wretch like me." The following link gives more detailed information on the background of this story: Amazing Grace