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DERBY - The atmosphere heated up only mildly at the Derby Select Board meeting Monday, perhaps due to the sheriff standing just outside the door but making his presence known. The weather outside complimented the mood perfectly with thunder rumblings heard in the distance – audible but mild.
NEWPORT–At 8:00 on Thursday morning former North Country football standouts Cody Collins and Adam Fortin will be on the campus of Dartmouth College.
That is when the two former Falcons and the rest of their Vermont teammates, led by coach Mike Norman of Rutland, will begin training for the 2012 Maple Shrine Bowl scheduled for Saturday August, 4th.
In anticipation of the final of game of these two linemen's high school career, I caught up with them to get their reaction to the upcoming game as well as talk a little bit about the 2011 football season.
NEWPORT–It may still be July, but the fall sports season is inching its' way closer to being upon us.
A sure sign that the high school athletic season is just around the corner is the North Country field hockey players starting to get into game mode at the high school.
Every Wednesday varsity coach Chantelle Bouchard and junior varsity coach Nicole Ludwig are putting the girls through their paces in order to get ready for the 2012 season.
The Newport Country Club Ladies League Susan B. Komen Invitational will take place on Thursday, July 26th at the Newport Country Club. Between 80 and 100 participants are expected to take part in this year's event. Last year the event raised $ 7,000 for North Country Hospital.
DERBY LINE/STANSTEAD - Criminal activity has increased on Church Street, an open road that connects Derby Line, VT and Stanstead, Quebec. According to Canadian authorities, there is an increase in illegal entry into Canada.
Now the international border on Church Street is lined with large flower pots, a temporary solution to a growing problem.
GUILDHALL – Escorting large tractor-trailers from Island Pond to Lowell means extra money for the Essex County Sheriff's Department.
The department is responsible for escorting trucks of Lone Star Transportation, which are hauling the wind tower parts that came into Island Pond by rail. Other law enforcement agencies are escorting trucks that come in from neighboring states.
The trucking company estimates just over 120 trips will be made between Island Pond and Lowell.
NEWPORT CITY – Question: What's blue, white, yellow, and comes with flashing lights? Answer: Newport Ambulance Service's newest ambulance.
The 2012, Ford E-450 chassis with a Demers box arrived in Newport yesterday. Demers made the box at the Beloeil, Quebec, factory.
The new ambulance replaces Newport Ambulance #2, made in 2003, that got into an accident on the Causeway last November.
"It was damaged beyond repair," said Jay Wood, divisional manager for Newport Ambulance Service. "That's why we got another one."
STANSTEAD, QC - Vermonters who commute through the north end of Stanstead may have recently noticed a familiar establishment no longer exists on Fairfax Street. The Imperial Motel, a landmark that overlooked Autoroute 55 since the 1960s, has been demolished. Plans to tear down the vacant motel were announced in early 2012 and the building finally came down in late June.
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3.6 inches of rain puts downtown L.A. below Palm Springs' annual average of 4.98."
The combination of persistent high pressure and unfavorable oceanic temperature patterns combined to make 2013 the driest year on record for Los Angeles.
Since records began here in 1877, every calendar year has yielded more rainfall in Los Angeles than the period from Jan 1 through Dec. 31, 2013.
Scientists can't attribute this condition to any single factor such as global warming; to the contrary this is the result of multiple, complex and interrelated elements, both short and long term.
But the primary and most outstanding mechanism would be a persistent pattern of blocking high atmospheric pressure which prevailed through much of last winter, and is so far re-occurring this winter also.
Moderate high pressure exists over the eastern Pacific most of the year, this "Pacific high" in tandem with the cool offshore California current is what gives southern California its mild year – long climate.
Normally, 14.93 inches of rainfall occurs annually in Los Angeles, mostly from winter storms passing to the north. Over the past 100 years, fluctuations have brought winter storms directly into southern California at somewhat regular intervals, averaging about once every 3 to 5 years. This is presumed to be associated with the El Nino phenomenon, the abnormal warming of low latitude sea surface temperatures affecting jet stream winds across the eastern Pacific.
Statistically, Los Angeles should have experienced a wetter than average winter within the past two years.
Moisture bearing storms from the Pacific continue to be blocked far to the north, up and over prevailing west coast high pressure only to drop what moisture they do retain elsewhere. Palm Springs, normally receiving moisture from summer storms, has a higher annual average than downtown L.A. received in 2013; that being 4.98 inches compared to downtown L.A.'s recorded total of 3.60 inches.
Even during drier than normal years, Los Angeles still receives winter rainfall from minor, temporary variances in blocking high pressure patterns, this has not been the case in the past 18 months. In late December, 2013, long range models had hinted at one such variance developing this first week in 2014; so far, this has failed to materialize.
Things don't appear promising. Long range outlooks continue to project more of the same; a continuation of well -- entrenched west coast surface and upper level ridging, with storms riding up, over and inland leaving Los Angeles high and dry, with periods of gusty offshore Santa Ana winds and unseasonably mild temperatures.


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63336 LIVE celebrity answers with Stuart Broad
In our second session of live celebrity answers, 63336 was joined by England paceman Stuart Broad.
Fast bowler Stuart has just jumped to a career–high 12th in the International Cricket Council's one–day rankings. The 22 year old Nottinghamshire seamer claimed seven wickets at an average of 21 in the recent series defeat to New Zealand and is England's top bowler in the ICC rankings.
Hundreds of questions were asked by cricket and 63336 fans, and the full transcript of Stuart's answers follows below.
Stuart Broad: Hi everyone. Thanks for joining the party. I'm open to any questions you want to ask and I'll answer as honestly and truthfully as I can.
jopaul: Hi Stuart, Out of the different forms of cricket – test, 50 over & 20/20 – which do you enjoy the most and do you think that over the next few years test cricket will be overtaken by the shorter form of the game?
Stuart Broad: Test cricket is the ultimate dream and honour to play for your country. It's a test of skill and ability of a player. I'm number 638 to play for England. In players' eyes it's the ultimate and we're hoping it doesn't get overtaken.
Miriam: What wristband does Stuart wear?
Stuart Broad: I wear two wristbands. one is a TrionZ which I'm a great believer helps me recover quicker from long bowling spells through its magnetic effect. The other is a sweat band which I use as a guide for my front arm to check it's going in the direction I want it to be.
miccollinsuk: Hi Stuart. England seem in a real period of transition at the moment, with some great young players like yourself coming through. Looking forward to the ashes next year do you think you'll have a chance of beating the Aussies or could it come a bit too soon for this squad?
Stuart Broad: Yes, of course we've got a great chance of beating the aussies. They're in a period of transition as well. With the loss of Shane Warne, they've to a weakness in the spin area. It's a fascinating series. A lot can happen. It's going to be an exciting summer's cricket in 09.
monkeyhanger: Who's the most memorable wicket you've taken?
Stuart Broad: My Dad – when I was at school. He was playing for the MCC against the school first XII. I got him for LBW. A bit fortuitous, but it was all about the appeal.
Suzanne: Do you feel under more pressure to play for England because your dad did?
Stuart Broad: Not at all. I've been fortunate that my family have wanted me to do whatever I was happy doing. I haven't had pushy parents – instrumental to my progression. I've been able to do everything my way. When I became interested in cricket – playing for England is anyone's dream. So I've been very fortunate to experience international cricket at my age.
Clark West: Who was your boyhood Cricketing hero?
Stuart Broad: Glenn McGrath. He's been a model professional throughout his career. I admire his skill, he's exciting to watch and got me interested in bowling at an early age. There's no better role model for someone like me.
reilly: Hi Stuart, are you looking forward to the next test? Do you have a any cliche sporting superstitious before a big match?
Stuart Broad: The test match will be fantastic to play in. It'll be a great battle between two strong teams on form. It will be exciting to watch. I've never been a superstitious person. I like my practice and habits to be similar – bowl the same number of balls, push myself to the right level to get ready for the big game.
jenna: who are the practical jokers in the England dressing room?
Stuart Broad: Graeme Swann and Ian Bell. Both are funny boys. Ian is someone to steer clear of in the dressing room – he'll put a brick in your bag to make it heavier or cut a hole in your socks. You need to watch out for him. Graeme is more outspoken and funny – he's great in the changing room as he makes everyone laugh – you need that sort of character around. He's done far too many practical jokes to remember.
dollymixture: every girl would like to know do you have a girlfriend?
Stuart Broad: No, I'm currently single and have been since Christmas time. With the hectic travelling and lifestyle, it's pretty difficult to settle down in a relationship at my age, but I'm certainly not ruling it out.
greenbeans: hey stuart, would like to know how many different hair products you use before a match and how long does it take to do your hair.
Stuart Broad: I only use a small bit of wax before a day's play. I don't have to put too much in to keep it back. Too much, when sweating, can come out and leave hands sweaty to bowl so you have to keep hair products to a minimum – but you have to have your hair looking good for the cameras.
Roxy: Hi Stuart what is your favourite tipple?
Stuart Broad: During the season when playing and training, I have to be boring and say apple juice. When I've got a few days off, having a barbie or going out with friends, there's nothing like a nice cold Budweiser.
Miriam: Do you have a favourite bowling partner that you like to "hunt in pairs" with?
Stuart Broad: Yes. Assuming you mean cricket – I'm lucky enough in the side to have a great unit to bowl with – Ryan Sidebottom, Monty and Jimmy are dangerous bowlers. It's key as a bowling unit to bowl well together and keep the pressure on all the time. That makes a successful unit. So I particularly enjoy bowling in this unit at the moment as we partner each other at different stages to create pressure and take wickets.
Suzanne: Do you practice cricket techniques i.e. bowling and batting every day?
Stuart Broad: No, not every day. It's very important to rest and make sure you're physically and mentally fresh. You learn more when fresh. Leading up to a test like next week, we'll start on Monday and practice throughout the week very specific skills that we'll need against certain opponents. You can't bowl every day of your life – it's quite brutal on your body. You have to balance the technical work with the rest. It's something I work very hard on and when practice time comes it's key to make full use of it.
tom20/20: How fast do you hope to bowl?
Stuart Broad: I've reached a goal in the past of touching the 90 mph barrier. I've got a bit of strength work to go as I'm only 22, so I should be able to add a few extra miles per hour on. No matter how quick you bowl, it's the place where you bowl it – the area on the pitch... Whether you bowl 85 or 95mph, you've got to put the ball where it will trouble the batsman. So quick, but without compromising accuracy.
monkeyhanger: What's the best bit of advice someone's ever given you?
Stuart Broad: It came from my mum, when i was 14 or 15. I remind myself of it every day. Make sure you put your heart and soul into whatever you do. When you do this, results and performance come with it. Play and do everything with a smile on your face.
TENN: It must be difficult living out of a suitcase all the time. Does your mum still do your washing?
Stuart Broad: No. She lives a bit far away from me. I live in Nottingham and have a useful launderette round the corner that gets bags from me when I finish games.
Miriam: Hi Stuart, would you class yourself as an all–rounder at the moment?
Stuart Broad: No, I wouldn't. I'm certainly in the side to take wickets as a bowler. My batting is a useful string to my bow. Delighted to have the number 8 spot at the moment. A lot of hard work still to come on the batting and I need to keep developing. But I think my bowling will always be stronger. If I can become a useful number 8 for England – that's an aim of mine.
Moreton: Hey Stuart...what do you usually do to celebrate after a big match?
Stuart Broad: I've always believed it's important to stay together as a team and enjoy each other's success. This England team's fantastic. If we win, we stay together in the changing room, have a couple of beers and chat over everything. The best way to celebrate is together as a team, and it's fantastic culture of the England side at the moment.
TENN: Who is your closest friend in the England team?
Stuart Broad: I get on with everyone very well. My closest friend is Luke Wright from Sussex. I met him at my first year at the National Academy at 19. Lived with him in South Africa. We get on very well and yes, he's my closest friend. But I get on well with everyone.
han: What's your favourite food of all time?
Stuart Broad: Sunday roast – beef and Yorkshires. I also love lasagne – difficult to choose between the two, but there's nothing like having Sunday off, a massive roast, then not moving from the couch for the rest of the day.
cassie: When you are not playing cricket, what do you like to do with your spare time?
Stuart Broad: During the season – the international season is now 12 months, so there's not spare time. It's busy, hectic. So I tend to put my feet up and rest. It's nice to go home and see family and friends – I try to catch up with people. If I get a spare day, I find myself on the golf course, or do a bit of shopping. But we don't have a lot of time to kill.
miccollinsuk: As a bowler, what was your opinion on Kevin Pietersens infamous switch hit?
Stuart Broad: It was breathtaking. Not many people can do that and he's very talented. It took a lot of time and practice in the net. It would have been a shock if he'd tried it with a quicker bowler. If he'd done it with me, I'd have bowled him a bouncer or two, that's for sure.
TENN: What type of music do you listen to & what is your favourite band?
Stuart Broad: My music changes with my moods. I like driving to R–B, I like dance before going out onto the field to play. I like a bit of old school cheese. I'm quite varied in what I like and won't turn my nose up at anything. My favourite artist music–wise is Timberland, Justin Timberlake and Westlife.
Shelf: How are you coping with your new found fame?
Stuart Broad: It's a privilege to get recognised in places and have people ask for autographs. I enjoy it. It was a strange experience at M&S at the till –a family came over wanting a picture. But it's something I'll never refuse. I take my time signing autographs – I was a kid not long ago, queuing for autographs and I remember the disappointment of not getting one. So it's an honour and I enjoy it.
Jay G: According to Vaughany you are the "lovey–dovey" in the team. Do u agree?
Stuart Broad: I'm intrigued to know what he means by that. He gives me stick. You have to put up with that sort of thing as the youngest person in the squad. I'll get a few more test matches under my belt and then I'll be able to give the stick back. Meanwhile, he's piping up a bit, Vaughany, isn't he?
han: Do the team tease you a lot then? and what about?
Stuart Broad: It's a great environment to play in. Everyone gets some stick. I tend to get abuse for my hair, being a bit longer. I tend to get the mick taken out of me for looking like I should be in a boy band. I just nod. I'm used to it. But it's not just me – everyone gets it.
miccollinsuk: How much did being hit for six sixes knock your confidence?
Stuart Broad: It didn't at all actually. I've always been the sort of person who doesn't get too high or too low. It was instilled in me at a young age and has stood me in good stead. I've come on a lot since that experience, so it probably did me a bit of good.
BAAAAAAADAAS: What advice would you give to young cricketers, eager to get to your level?
Stuart Broad: Keep it simple. Enjoy your sport. Play for the level of the game. Cricket is still a hobby for me – I enjoy a Saturday game, a test... Just let your natural ability and hard work take you where you want to be.
littleclaire100: What has been you most memorable/favourite match?
Stuart Broad: I've been lucky enough to hit the winning run in 3 one–day internationals. My best match would be Old Trafford against India last summer. I picked up my best bowling – 4 for 50. Got the team out of trouble – we were 100 for 7 and I managed to win the game with 45 not out. So that was most pleasing and memorable – both personally and for the team. And delighted to get the man of the match award.
Christina: You're on top form at the moment, a true inspiration to watch! I've travelled many miles to see you play (6 matches this year) and looking forward to seeing you in Durham in August how do I go about getting your autograph whilst up there? send a kiss back too it will make my year x
Stuart Broad: I'll send you one. Thank you for the miles you've travelled x
chips: which sportsmen throughout history do you admire most?
Stuart Broad: Being involved in cricket – I've got to admire former cricket greats. Outside of cricket – Martin Johnstone (rugby) – I've played a few charity games with him. He's such a fantastic character – you can see how he inspired England to win. I admire how he went about his business and to be such a fantastic bloke on top makes it a lot better.
Miriam: I have a batting question: when batting, which bowler have you found most difficult to face, to date?
Stuart Broad: The hardest is Shoiab Akhtar. It was my first ball in international cricket. To stand at the crease and look up – the bloke with the longest run up in cricket – the world record fastest bowler... It was quite a welcome to international cricket. It was a huge challenge.
Buffo: Does the team receive special nutrition?
Stuart Broad: Yes. The support staff are fantastic around England. We have people for every need, including nutrition and diet. It's an important part of the game. It varies for different players' needs. The advice I get is to eat as much as I can – I'm tall and thin – so I eat as much as I can and a few of the lads are quite jealous as I tuck into a second plate and they have to stop at one.
chips: what is the secret to good bowling?
Stuart Broad: I'd say bowling is a mental task. Most people who play cricket can bowl the ball down the other end, but not particularly know where it's going. The key to a good ball is the mentality – to know where you're going to bowl it, focus on that, then deliver it.
miccollinsuk: Do you think that KP is a bit 'bling' for cricket?
Stuart Broad: No. He's fantastic to have in the side. He does have bright dress sense and loves diamond encrusted shirts and caps. But he's great to have around and great for cricket. Youngsters want to be like him. He's an individual and a bit different, which probably helps him to becoming one of the world's best batsman.
rach1985: Do you get in ice cold baths for post match recovery like the rugby players?
Stuart Broad: Yes, we do. We have to. It's not an option. Straight in, take your whites off, 5 mins in the ice bath. It's the hardest 5 mins of the day. It tends to be a wheelie bin filled with ice. It's not too bad up to your waist, but further.... You never get used to it. But if it adds a few years on to the end of my career and I get fewer injuries then I'm willing to do it.
Kelly–xo: Even though you have only played a couple of matches for Nottsdo you enjoy playing for them? And do you like living in Nottingham?
Stuart Broad: Yes. Nottinghamshire is a fantastic county. The management and players are fantastic. I'm very lucky to have the opportunity to play with the likes of Mark and Chris Reed. As for the place... It's got a lot going for it. Lots of great restaurants, easy to get around. I've settled in well.
digs83: Did you always know you wanted to be a cricketer?
Stuart Broad: No, not really. I played as a hobby and I enjoyed it. But it was difficult to know if was going to be good enough. But through enjoying it, developing skills (quite late – never excelled until 17 or 18)... It's now a dream come true. I did dream of it when younger, and am grateful for the opportunity.
nikerosoft: Did you enjoy your recent nude photoshoot for cosmo?
Stuart Broad: I don't know if enjoy is the right word for it. It was certainly an experience. When the phone call came through asking to do a photoshoot for charity, there's only one answer really. I got nervous at the time. When I arrived at the shoot, seeing 8 to 10 girls pottering round the room was a bit of a shock. It was great to have the others there to have a banter and a laugh. Yes – an experience is what it was. I can't say much else. But I would do it again for charity.
Swallow: Do you have a favourite batsman to play against?
Stuart Broad: It's always good to test yourself against the best in the world. Ricky Ponting, for example. You get to see where you're at as a bowler. Your ultimate aim is to get them out, and the best make that job more of a challenge.
chips: if you could take your hand to any other sport than cricket, which would it be?
Stuart Broad: I enjoyed hockey when younger. Played at regional level until 16 or 17. So I'll be following the Olympics with interest and the GB hockey team. Golf is a nice way to earn a living – travelling the world, being on nice golf courses. But, to be honest, I wouldn't change cricket for anything.
TENN: Are you worried by Simon Jones return to form/health?
Stuart Broad: No, worried isn't the word. I'm excited. He's world class. As an English fan, you want to see the best players return to fitness and form, and we want the strongest English team out there to become number one in the world. He's got a great record. If he's bowling well, he adds strength and depth to English cricket.
digs83: Do you like football if so what team do you support?
Stuart Broad: Yes. I'm a Notts Forest fan. So I'm delighted they've got promoted and are back. I don't get to see them as much as I'd like as we're away during the winter, but I take every opportunity I can to do so.
supergirl: do you get stalked a lot?
Stuart Broad: No, I don't think so. Not that I know of. I get a bit of fan mail from different people, sending me postcards from holiday and stuff. But not stalking, no. It's still strange to get people telling me what they've done on holiday when I don't know them.
cassie: The incident at the oval in the ODI against new zealand got a lot of hype – what was your reaction to it being on the pitch at the time?
Stuart Broad: It was difficult for me to see the incident as I was fielding at 3rd man, a long way from the bat. I couldn't really see the lines they took to collide. The disappointing thing about the whole incident is that the next day it took over from what was a fantastic game of cricket in the media. The press should have been about cricket.
han: did you enjoy your 22nd?
Stuart Broad: I couldn't go out celebrating because my birthday lands in the middle of the season, but a few of us went round London, went for a Mexican... Being away, it was strange not seeing any of my family, but I caught up with them a few days later. I can't see myself throwing any wild birthday parties in the future, because of where my birthday lands in the season.
pommie: Any predictions for the series against South Africa?
Stuart Broad: I predict it will be a hard contest and an exciting series. It's difficult to predict the score. The first test at Lords is essential for the side to get momentum. We've won 4 out of the last 5, so we're going in with confidence and just must make an impact from the off.
TENN: There are fan sites on Facebook for you, do you ever look at them to see what people are saying?
Stuart Broad: No. I've never really looked at them. I don't know whether they'd do me harm or good! I don't use facebook myself a huge amount, but do to stay in touch with friends when I'm away. It's lovely that people set up sites and support me though.
Miriam: Is there a type of pitch that would suit you but not Dale Steyn? (and if so, I hope we get one this summer).
Stuart Broad: We can only look at the pitches we'll be playing on against SA. I'm a bit taller, so I'll be looking for pitches that bounce more – like The Oval. It will be an interesting battle – both have done well in the past 3 or 4 months. So it'll be intriguing. Steyn's been great over the last year – he's number one or two in the world, but hopefully we'll come out on top.
TENN: Who your ideal woman?
Stuart Broad: Sienna Miller – lookswise. Don't know her as a person. My favourite film is Layercake and she's very attractive in that.
Buffo: How long were you in S. A. and why did you go there?
Stuart Broad: I was there for 3 months, just working on fitness when I was younger. It's a lot easier to train when the sun's shining every morning on the beach, in the sea... better than the dark and cold in England. So it was a beneficial experience.
pommie: what about melbourne?
Stuart Broad: Yes, I spent 6 months there playing and training when I left school. It's a fantastic place. Thoroughly enjoyed it and wouldn't hesitate to go back if the opportunity arose.
Paul: Has your dad every umpired against you in a match?
Stuart Broad: No, he hasn't. He's not the sort of bloke who would enjoy standing out there all day umpiring. He's much happier refereeing in the box. On the international circuit, he's not allowed to do England games, so it won't come up, luckily.
cassie: During a series of matches against visiting countries, like New Zealand and South Africa coming up, do the two teams socialise much together or is it very much separate camps?
Stuart Broad: We stay in different hotels. So we only tend to see each other at the grounds, during lunchtime.So no, there's not a huge amount of socialising between the sides. But everyone talks at the grounds – there's no ill feeling. After a series, we may get together over a beer to chat about how it's all gone.
Buffo: Did you find pitch conditions in the southern hemisphere very different?
Stuart Broad: Yes. Conditions around the world are different in every country. It tends to swing more in England. The subcontinent is spinner friendly, and Australia suits fast bowlers. Your skills are constantly tested around the world, which helps you develop as a player.
Miriam: Have you ever played a practical joke back at Ian Bell, like nicking his hair straighteners?
Stuart Broad: No. He's very protective of his hair straighteners. You can't get near them. His time will come – I'll be lining something up, but I can't give my secrets away live online.
TENN: What questions do you prefer? Cricket ones or the personal ones?
Stuart Broad: Cricket. They're good to answer as it's interesting to hear what fans are interested in in relation to my job. So it's good to give answers about my cricket experiences and techniques that have got me to where I am.
63336: Thanks Stuart, that's all for now folks.
Stuart Broad: Thanks very much everyone. It's been great.


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Geography - note: the major chokepoint is the Drake Passage between South America and Antarctica; the Polar Front (Antarctic Convergence) is the best natural definition of the northern extent of the Southern Ocean; it is a distinct region at the middle of the Antarctic Circumpolar Current that separates the cold polar surface waters to the south from the warmer waters to the north; the Front and the Current extend entirely around Antarctica, reaching south of 60 degrees south near New Zealand and near 48 degrees south in the far South Atlantic coinciding with the path of the maximum westerly winds
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A Sucker for Seersucker
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- Martwa Marta said...
there is something scruffy about this outfit, as if the girl didn't care,, but on the other hand, looks so sexy! shorts are so cute! i love the 70s fashion - my mom was my age then. it was that dark time in poland when berely anything was available, but as a skilfull tailor she managed to create many fantastic pieces on her own! i am thinking to upload some of her photos on my blog....
- March 25, 2010 at 8:28 AM
- the Citizen Rosebud said...
Marta I hope you do share those pictures, and soon. I would LOVE to see your mom's style. I bet the apple doesn't fall far from the tree! xo. -Bella Q
- March 25, 2010 at 8:31 AM
- Raquel said...
aw I love the whole look! it's very american!
- March 25, 2010 at 10:04 AM
I have a inquiry for the webmaster/admin here at www.thecitizenrosebud.com.
Can I use some of the information from this blog post right above if I give a backlink back to your site?
- October 14, 2010 at 8:58 PM
- the Citizen Rosebud said...
Hello Anon/Oliver,
Since you logged in Anon, I don't have your contact info. My contact info is on my page- why do you discuss this with me via email?
Yah? Good.
Bella Q
- October 14, 2010 at 10:47 PM
Thanks for sharing this link, but argg it seems to be offline... Does anybody have a mirror or another source? Please answer to my message if you do!
I would appreciate if a staff member here at www.thecitizenrosebud.com could post it.
- October 15, 2010 at 3:04 PM
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Hey Anon,
Like I wrote in previous post, feel free to EMAIL ME YOUR INFO AND REQUEST.
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OB affiliated with Winchester Hospital
posted at 12/13/2011 2:04 PM ESTHi all,
We are thinking of choosing Winchester Hospital for this delivery, instead of NWH. Only because NWH is so far away from where we now live and will likely eventually buy a house.
I did a search on these forums and found mixed reviews of OBs affiliated with Winchester Hosp., but they were all from several years ago so thought I'd start a new thread.
Can anyone recommend any OBs in Winchester or north of there (up 93N would be easiest)?
Thanks in advance!
Re: OB affiliated with Winchester Hospital
posted at 12/13/2011 3:10 PM ESTHi Poppy, our LO was born at Winchester Hospital.
My OB was Ellen Guthrie in Medford. It was fine. A small practice, just her and two NP's. Occasionally, but not normally, there was a wait. The best part is that the nurses / staff are really great.
The doctor who actually delivered was Dr. Fullerton, who I believe is in a group practice in Woburn. Dr. Guthrie was in an "on call" rotation with a couple of other small practices. I really liked Dr. Fullerton, but I've never seen her outside of the hospital.
I'll be curious to hear what you decide! If we have another, I will consider switching to a midwife, but if I stay with an OB I'll probably stay with Dr. Guthrie.
Re: OB affiliated with Winchester Hospital
posted at 12/13/2011 3:27 PM ESTMedford - that would be AWESOME because I work in Malden. Kills me to take 2+ hours of sick time for each appointment! I will definitely need an OB because I'm pretty sure i have to have another c-section. Thanks for the rec!
I'm assuming you had a good experience at Winchester? I've heard lots of good things.
Re: OB affiliated with Winchester Hospital
posted at 12/13/2011 4:23 PM ESTDr. Ellen Guthrie. She delivered my niece & nephew and my SIL loves her. Her father was my pedi growing up too. :)
Re: OB affiliated with Winchester Hospital
posted at 12/13/2011 4:35 PM ESTThat's 2 votes for Dr. Guthrie! :)
I should probably mention that I'm nervous about the delivery this time around because there were some complications with my c-section that will mean I will need a very experienced surgeon. I'm sure you don't all go around asking your OB, "Are you an experienced surgeon? How experienced?", but just thought I'd mention it.
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posted at 12/13/2011 4:39 PM ESTIn Response to Re: OB affiliated with Winchester Hospital:Dr. Ellen Guthrie. She delivered my niece & nephew and my SIL loves her. Her father was my pedi growing up too. :)
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And apparently her GRANDfather was a doctor in the same location. She's 3rd generation. :)
Poppy, everyone gave me the advice to pick an OB office where you like the staff because you spend a lot of time with them more than the doctor, as you know! I liked her office for that reason. Especially with #2 and if you are planning on another c-section, I guess there won't be as many questions about pain medication, birth plans, and such, so liking the office and having faith in the skill of the doctors is probably more important than "liking" the doctor per se.
Winchester was fine. I don't have much to compare it to! I really liked the nurses and the LC. They were all great. The only slightly not great thing is that the mother & baby rooms are really small. But if your husband is not going to stay over it would be a non-issue. With the cot for him, it was tight. The delivery rooms are enormous! And my husband can attest that they had a fold out couch thingy that was comfy enough for a few hours of sleep. :)
Oh, the only other thing is that they don't do blood draws at Dr. Guthrie's office. You have to go to a lab site. So it adds a little time, but you also don't have to do it the same day, and you can go on the weekend. The lab site that is inside Winchester Hospital is GREAT! I love them.
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posted at 12/13/2011 4:41 PM ESTI just read your post about experienced surgeons --
I have no idea about Dr. Guthrie's surgical expertise! But, I find her to be very frank and clear. I think she would respond well to direct questioning about this topic, and I think she would tell you if she thought Winchester could meet your needs.
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posted at 12/13/2011 4:52 PM EST
I was also given a glowing recommendation from a friend for Dr. Guthrie, but I chose Dr. Fullerton's office b/c it is closer to my work, and all of the labs/imaging are in the same building. My OB is Dr. Bose (recommended by another friend), but I haven't seen her yet - just the NP. So far the staff has been great and I've had two appointments and been taken right on time both times. It is easy to get to off 93 or 95. I've heard so many good things about delivering at Winchester that I never considered any place else.
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posted at 12/13/2011 5:30 PM EST
I think Dr. Fullerton moved to Jordan Hospital in Plymouth. She is actually the Dr. that checked me in at Winchester. I have Dr. Bose and to go to the office in Woburn which is super easy to get to from 93, and they have a lab right there. The NPs are awesome there. Sometimes with the Dr I would feel a little rushed, but I liked that she only gave me information simply and what I needed to know. Like she would say good heartbeat but never give me the # so I would obsess over it. I don't really love her assisstant. The only other downfall is that they constantly change your apt time. I don't know how often that happens at other practices (I understand you can't plan delivering babies) but it was hard to have a noon apt and not go in until 3:30. Trying to plan leaving work for the prenatals and then planning an apt with a newborn was tough. Dr. Bose delivered DD and I had a good experience. My nurse, Maureen, was absolutely awesome. The only downfall to the hospital was that there were so many babies born, they were doubling up the rooms. We got the last single and it was ridiculously tiny. They would have to put the tray table in the bathroom to wheel the baby cart around. Better that than a roommate though.
Re: OB affiliated with Winchester Hospital
posted at 12/13/2011 6:07 PM ESTPoppy--I don't have any personal experience to share or info about Winchester Hospital, but I wanted to reinforce that I think your instincts are correct about surgical experience.(not about c-section specifically, but see for example: http://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMsa012337#t=articleBackground)I think this is a question you can ask when you call the office before setting up the first appointment: how long as Dr. X been in practice? I think I will likely need a c-section given my medical history; do you know how many c-sections Dr. X does per week (year)?Another option: depending on your history, maybe a high risk OB would be appropriate? This person would also likely have a higher rate of c-section delivery and maybe more familiarity with your situation. Even if you don't fall into one of the usual high risk boxes, it could be worth considering.Also, I think that the entire surgical team contributes to the success of a surgery, so it is worth thinkng about the volume of the hospital as a whole. (This should increase the odds that the nursing, anesthesia, technical team that assists in the operating room is also very experienced.)If you like and trust your PCP, then maybe he/she will have a recommendation? It could be worth asking.
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posted at 12/13/2011 6:48 PM ESTDr Glen Dixon is my ob/gyn and he is hands down one of the best! Totally honest with everything. As a first time parent I was so calm (hard to believe) because of his words of advice. He told me if there was EVER an issue with my pregnancy he would tell me what it is and explain it all, tell me the options for the issue and then tell me what HE would do if he was in our shoes. I have to say Dr. Gutherie is also a peach, she was my MD at one time but I had to switch due to insurance reasons but she discharged me from the hospital and took out my staples and as always was great and made sure I was comfortable with everything after spending a week in the hospital and answered all questions. Winchester is a great hospital!!!!
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posted at 12/13/2011 7:36 PM ESTIn Response to Re: OB affiliated with Winchester Hospital:That's 2 votes for Dr. Guthrie! I'm sure you don't all go around asking your OB, "Are you an experienced surgeon? How experienced?", but just thought I'd mention it.
Posted by poppy609
The healthcare system treats patients like customers. There is absolutely nothing wrong with treating your doctor like a service provider. If you hired a cleaning service for your house you'd look at referrals and record of the people being paid minimum wage to clean your toilets. Of COURSE you should ask rigorous, specific questions and expect real, explicit answers (with documentable data) to support them to the person who will be cutting open your uterus and helping you safely deliver your healthy baby.
As a person who has been turned down by doctors because on paper I am too risky for their malpractice insurance, I can attest to the fact that doctors are humans who are mortal and subject to human flaws. There is NOTHING wrong with demanding the best from a doctor.
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posted at 12/14/2011 9:02 AM ESTMy son was born at Winchester hospital....11 years ago, but it was a great experience.
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posted at 12/14/2011 9:51 AM ESTThanks, all. Lissa, that is very helpful for me to hear, since I tend to be sort of the "I'm sure it will be fine" type. I think I will ask any Dr's office I call, as well as ask about the surgical team at Winchester. My OB had to rush a vascular surgeon in during my c-section (which I had no idea about since I was out of it, and my husband only realized at the end of my surgery when my OB thanked the guy for being able to come in). I just want to make sure there are the same resources at Winchester.
The more I think about it, the more nervous I am to switch. But I just can't take 2 hours of sick/vacation time every time I have an appointment... so not sure what to do.
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posted at 12/14/2011 12:48 PM ESTLissa makes great points. No need to be nervous... get really precise medical information, like "I have a double toe loop phalangie and need to have a hospital with the surgical resources to perform a bilateral compromising turducken if it is needed. Do you have these resources?"
I know Winchester has an affiliation with Children's and they have doctors on call from there, but no clue about the surgical/mom care.
I know how you feel, though -- I also tend to assume it will be fine and then wish I had asked more questions!
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posted at 12/15/2011 12:44 PM ESTMedford, your post made me LOL. I reeeeallly want to call and say "I need a bilateral compromising turducken." Then just wait in silence and see what happens.
But you make a good point, and I am going to make my OB write down the precise name of the condition I had (I knew it once, but have since forgotten). I did make my first appt with him, and will talk to him about this dilemma.
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posted at 12/16/2011 10:31 AM ESTPoppy, I wish there was a "like" button. So that I could indicate that I read your post and it made me happy! But yet, I have nothing new to say. :)
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posted at 12/17/2011 6:47 AM ESTI've been seeing Dr. Bose in Woburn as well. I agree with Liv that it sometimes seems like she's rushing through appointments, but overall I've been happy with her practice. The nice thing is that they have a lab right there for blood work and ultrasounds, and I've liked the staff there. I'm a FTM, so I can't really comment on the delivery experience at Winchester yet, but we took a tour a week or two ago and it seems like it will be a nice place.
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posted at 12/17/2011 3:45 PM ESTOne more thing--for whatever it's worth, I was talking to my husband (who is a surgeon, not an OB) about this concern, because I was curious what he would say. He said that the most likely reason to need a vascular surgeon during a c-section was that the OB hit an aorta and needed help closing it to control the bleeding. While this is a mistake that any OB could make, for an OB with good surgical skills this should be a rare occurrence. He thought the most important factor to patient's safety in the event of aorta damage was that the hospital have an experienced vascular surgeon available. He also pointed out that given the fact that in most practices, you don't get to choose who is on-call when you need to deliver (unless you have a scheduled c-section, I suppose), you can't easily ensure that you get a very experienced or highly recommended OB doing the delivery. However, you could ask about vascular surgery coverage, and use that information to help guide your choice of hospital.
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posted at 12/19/2011 10:39 AM ESTThanks Siena. During my c-section, both major arteries in my uterus ruptured. This was because I had already spent 3 hours pushing, so DD was waaaaaay down there, and my OB said that having to really reach and manipulate to get her out can cause one or both arteries to tear. My OB is a very experienced surgeon, and I trust that this wasn't due to an error on his part. But who knows, really!
Thank you for posting your husband's thoughts - it is helpful to hear what a surgeon has to say!! I will absolutely ask about the vascular surgeons at whatever hospital I end up at!


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Many attacks today are from armed assailants and the use of Improvised Weapons can level the playing field. Improvised Weapons may also make the difference between walking away unscathed or getting seriously injured or worse.
Grips and Holds
One area which hasn't been covered all that much on the subject is how to hold or grip various items and use them efficiently as a weapon. The use of an every day item as a Weapon is indeed Improvised.
There are an endless amount of items that can be picked up with the hands and used in what can be a sudden event that requires you to defend yourself, a friend or loved one. The nature of every day items and their various shapes and sizes requires improvisation when it comes to applying them as a weapon of self defence.
Three Primary Movements
One thing I would firstly like to mention is the way a weapon is used. There are three main movements in which to strike with an Improvised Weapon:
You can swing a weapon much like a bat or stick,
You can thrust a weapon like a knife or
You can stab much like a knife wielding maniac but with a blunt instrument.
This movement is using a hammer fist type of strike.
It is really up to the individual and their preferences as to how any Improvised Weapon is used.
Limit Conventional Thrusting
The only method I would advice against is the traditional thrusting movement as the weak point is the wrist and this can easily bend or give way. This may simply end up as a week strike or it may end up causing an injury to the wrist that prevents the continuing function of the joint with the Attack continuing unabated.
Thrusting in the manner as shown below can result in the giving away of the wrist joint.
I personally prefer hammer fist type movements that tend to be quite linear in nature rather than circular type movements as will be seen in the images below.
One or Two Hands?
One other thing to take into consideration is if the item is best used with one hand or two. Some Improvised Weapons can be used with either method. It is really up to the individual. It is hoped that at least the reader will pick up some every day items and handle them with the perspective of how they can be used as an Improvised Weapon and experiment with them.
Here are some examples of items and some grips, holds and applications:
A can of drink can be used in the grip shown below. From here it can be thrusted straight out. The can may be full, empty or even half full. It doesn't matter if fluid flies out the other end. It may help by going into the attackers eyes.
A pair of pliars may also be used in the grip shown below. The same linear thrusting movement as above can be used here. The grip is different though the movement is the same. Straight out and back.
Plastic drinking bottle. The grip here harnesses the shape of the bottle. Grip the narrower part of the neck so as to prevent the hand sliding down the bottle as it hits the target. Once again, it doesn't really matter how much fluid is in the bottle. It is better with at least a third of the bottle containing fluid as it adds more weight to the strike.
A mobile phone can be used as per the previous items. Point to mention here is that the thumb covers the rear so as to prevent the hand sliding over the phone as it hits the target.
Keys and bottle opener. The bottle opener can be used in two ways.
One is in a swinging motion where the bottle opener is whipped around in a slashing motion where the keys are held tightly in the hand.
The other is where the keys and bottle opener are held tightly in the hand where the end of the bottle opener can be used in a hammer fist/thrusting movement.
A normal bottle opener can be used much like the small torch or flashlight. Again, note the thumb covering the rear to prevent the hand from sliding up the item as the target is struck.
A DVD case can be used with one hand thrusting straight out. This strike is actually surprising in its impact. This is a rather long range attacking move.
Or with two hands for establishing more control and projecting more power.
An Inbox may also be used to strike with the the more solid edge or as a shield. It is likely to break after one or two blows but is better than nothing. Corners will likely hurt an attacker quite a bit and be a bit stronger than an edge.
A collapsible clothesline can make a great longer range weapon. They are also quite light. This would be great for keeping people away and has some potential for striking using a straight out and back motion using both arms. It is gripped at the crossover point on the first step down from the top. The fingers are below the joint and the thumb is above the joint. If the hinges break, the clothesline will collapse down. Using the grip as described, the fingers and thumb will not be crushed or squeezed.
An office chair can be used as both a shield and to strike with. Blocking followed immediately by a thrusting movement is just one option.
A flexible item such as a bath towel can be used by pulling the hands apart. This item can be used to block and push an attacker. The tort section between the hands is quite rigid. The towel can also be wrapped around limbs immobilising and controlling them which is quite handy if your system or style practises these techniques.
An umbrella is possibly the best Improvised Weapon of all. It is stiff and strong, long range and can be carried pretty much anywhere on the planet. It can be held in either grip much like the broom.
Unbreakable Umbrella that I recently purchased and I absolutely love it. It is light, well made, strong and has a metal tip which would be handy in a real self defence situation. I prefer umbrellas without the hook on the end but it is again, personal preference. You can check more of the umbrella (including video) out here.
For any everyday item it comes down to personal choice and preferences with a sprinkling of imagination and improvisation.
This list is by no means exhaustive and there are far too many possibilities to mention. I hope that this post simply highlights some options available and to think in a little more detail about how to actually hold and wield any Improvised Weapon you may need in the event that an attacker chooses you.
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