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I grew up in that neighborhood my entire life and graduated from F-M within the last five years. I'm not in the least bit surprised about any of this. If anyone were to see the stuff that goes on inside F-M and at the homes of most F-M kids they would be shocked and maybe wouldn't be so quick to call people in the city "animals" everytime a negative story is printed about the inner-city. Honestly the only difference is guns haven't reached F-M yet, and there are high price lawyers to cover up crime.
I think it's a fantastic idea that should be put on all four sides of the city (on corner of brighton and cannon on south side, on e fayette from Wescott to Fenway on East side and somewhere in the Lodi or Butternut area of the north side). I know lots of good people who live in those areas that feel trapped and helpless. This will at least be a good start
So the kid gets gunned down and everybody here uses it as a forum to blast the kid who gets killed, and say nothing at all about the person who shot him. Obviously this kid was troubled but my goodness you guys arent human
Obviously that was a very good win last night. It looks like this team will go as far as Scoop and Rick take them. I have to agree with the people that say that Waiters should be getting minutes over Triche. On offense Triche isn't a very good shooter, and cant even get a half step past his man off the dribble. I guess I'm just not seeing it with him. Other than that I think C.J Fair will be a very good player, looks like he gets his shot off with ease, as I think Waiters will be, kind of reminds me of Sccop as a freshman. Looks like it will be a fun year
As a recent FM grad...I can say that all the kids that were in AP classes actually are the ones who sell drugs to the kids in the city schools, and then have their neighbor who's a power-house attorney get them off if they get caught...but insightful point anyway...
Congrats to this kid though, great accomplishment
Posting quicker isn't what makes you the loser who clearly has no life...that would be the 323 posts in seven days...I'm assuming you live by yourself, but if not go spend sometime with your family or friends if they exist
I loved watching Rick play...but his size and skill set are much better suited for over in Europe than in the NBA
Give me a break...most of you on here blowing this out of proportion sound so out of touch. Think back to when you were in your last month of High School (I know for many of you thats going to require quite a bit of effort), even the so called "good kids" in school have a little harmless fun toward the end of their senior year. If a prank is this calm, just relax and make them clean it up or give them a day or two of suspension-don't overthink things, it's not "whats worng with society today." When I was a senior, th prank was something that was offensive-a few kids destroyed a room in our science wing by killing all kinds of rare plants that the school was growing-and that is somehting that personally destroyed people's hard work. This? Please...get off your high horses because I'm sure all of you who are bashing these kids were perfect church going angels when you were in high school.
What a laughable old stiff. You sound ridiculous. Grab a stress ball and take a couple of deep breaths. this city has 1000000 moer things to worry about than teenagers spraying silly string and someone taking some time to clean it up.
I agree with you that there absolutely should be consequences to bad behavior, and think that the kids should get a small suspension or even comm. service. My point is the people on here either making these kids villains or saying thats whats wrong with society are living in a dream world. There always have been pranks it's not exclusive to today, and these are 17 and 18 year old kids, and I'm sure the people on here blasting the kids (and also the parents of the kids) should try and think that most 17, 18 year old kids are/were immauture and theyre lying if they say that they didnt have harmless fun at that age. Serve the suspension, learn from it and move on
I do always find it hilarious when people come on here on post about what a dangerous dump Syracuse is. FAct is if you live in or near an urban area there WILL be some crime just if for no other reason the larger concentration of people. If this scares you or makes you uncomfortable than move to the Adirondacks. If you go through Syracuse and mind your own business youre not going to get shot, stabbed or mugged. I grew up in Fayetteville all my life and within the last year moved to within the city limits-and honestly the neighborhood im in now is more quiet than Fayetteville. Hopefully stories like this quiet down the out of touch biggots who still long for Leave it to Beaver Good Old days.
How ignorant that people are bashing this kid. For the jacka$$ who campared it to the person who killed the woman on the parkway, it's not even close-that adult was speeding ON THE WRONG SIDE OF THE ROAD as a result of roadrage. For our friend who wants to make the age to drive 21, it's hardly worth discussing but I'm fairly sure the vast majority of accidents are by people over 21. Quit trying to make points and just instead pray that this kid makes a full recovery
Hopefully CP3's camp taught him a lot-namely to not go through games looking like a preteen who's bummed out that his girlfriend dumped him. That would be nice
Cicero=white trash capital of Onondaga County
I gotta agree with the posters on Utica, Fulton, and Auburn...I think in the last year or so we can throw Cicero in there too...
FM=City Schools minus as much violence and parents who can pay for college
Theres not much difference between FM and city schools. Slightly more violence in city schools, and more parents can afford to send their kids to college. Other than that there's as much if not more drug/alcohol abuse, and about equal disrespect for teachers. Oh and I forgot, FM girls can afford abortions where most city school goers can't. I went to both
That only speaks to your intelligence, not mine...
Thank you sir I will. I have no axe to grind with either school actually and enjoyed my time at both. It just cracks me up that people bash city schools and act like a school like FM is a tephlon academy of greatness. The facts you speak of? FM's nowhere to be found on that list, anyone who read the article knows that and it doesn't need to be commented on...I'm not sure what facts you have. I was merely making an observation as to the education and experience of going to FM as opposed to the city schools that are constantly bashed. If that makes no sense to Manliusbob12 then perhaps you should go take a walk to Sno Top and feed the swans at the Swan Pond, rather than (as you were the first to do) insult people's comments.
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18 June - It has been hot these past few weeks and getting hotter. We've had lots of fires around us and the smoke has been bad. Know you can see this from where you are - don't worry about us - we are all fine. Missing you more and more each day. The real hot summer weather is yet to come and then soon your birthday will arrive.
1 August - Today is your birthday - you are 14 today. I remembered you today --- we have taken in another stray cat - he doesn't replace you but it gives me someone to give some love too. He is much bigger than our last cat and is all gray. He was someone's kitty that they had to leave behind when they left our area. I miss you today --- and will have something special as a treat for your birthday. Hope that all your friends there had a good time on your birthday. I love you and miss you each day.
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The Community Resource Center in Summerville is hosting a Town Hall meeting with the Summerville Police Department Aug. 12 in Doty Field Station in Summerville.
The purpose of the meeting is to create and provide a forum for the community particularly the Brownsville, Germantown, Palmetto Park, Robynwyn, and Shepard Park neighborhoods - and public officials to come together and get to know each other in a neutral setting and have polite but candid discussions about issues that are important to the community.
I am very pleased with the success weve seen from these meetings, CRC Executive Director Louis Smith said. I am especially pleased that both the community and the police department are working in such a proactive manner.
The meeting is the third such meeting hosted by CRC, Smith said.
The forum will cover a number of issues, including crime prevention/neighborhood watch programs, strategies for dealing with drug activity, and even profiling.
Smith noted that the Summerville Police Department is working very hard and does a good job but it needs the communitys help, just as the community needs the department. To that end, the forum should go a long way in fostering community relations as well as providing valuable information to the public, Smith said.
One thing the community is starting to really understand is just how difficult the police departments job really is, Smith said. The community wants to help, they want to make things better and safer, and they want to get more involved in helping the police solve crimes and prevent criminal activity.
Smith alluded to unsolved murders in the area, noting that the police have worked those cases diligently, but ultimately, information is going to need to come from the community to resolve those cases and bring the guilty parties to justice.
The forums have not only allowed members of the community to ask questions and gather information from government officials, but also have gone a long way in clearing up misunderstandings and correcting misinformation, he said.
I think this is a huge step in helping the entire community, not just these troubled communities, Smith said. This may be the first time the information has been presented in this manner to these communities a proactive approach rather than a reaction to a crisis.
The Town Hall Meeting will be at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 12 in Doty Field Station, 320 North Laurel Street , Summerville. The public is invited. For more information call 879-9508.
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Can any macbook work/use 32gb of ram if there is a compatible 16gb stick?
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Macbook Pro* same difference, you know what I mean't I'm guessing...
What you meant & what you said are two diferent things.
"MacBooks" are a computer model that Apple used to sell. So accuracy is important.
As to the title of the thread,
"Can any macbook work/use 32gb of ram if there is a compatible 16gb stick?"
Whether you meant "MacBook" or "MacBook Pro"...the answer to this is no. A "MacBook Pro" from 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, etc...that doesn't even have a max. ram of 16gig...certainly isn't going to be able to utilize 16gig ram modules (for a max. ram of 32gig).
To add to this. The newest "MacBook Pro's" cannot even upgrade their ram. Thus 16gig ram modules will not work in them either.
AND...one more thing. The newest "MacBook Pro's" that can have their ram upgraded...originally had a max. ram of 8gig. To the best of my knowledge...Apple has never released a laptop computer (that had upgradeable ram) which had an "Official max. ram endorsed by Apple" that was greater than 8gig. There are some "MacBook Pro" models that do have a "true max. ram" of 16gig...but this is not something that is officially stated by Apple.
This means that these MacBook Pro's (that have an official Apple max. ram of 8gig)...would have to be capable of a 4x increase in thier max. ram capacity versus what Apple officially states. This has NEVER happened with any Macintosh laptop/notebook product EVER! It has been possible with a number of computer models to have a 2x greater max. ram than Apple states...but never a 4x increase.
So again...you need to be VERY specific and accurate as to what computer model/models you are speaking about.
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S.A. architecture firm announces merger
San Antonio's Robey Architecture Inc. is merging with an Oklahoma City-based firm. CEO Thom Robey announced today his firm is merging with Rees Associates Inc., a global architecture, planning and interiors firm. Rees will close its office at 9901 Interstate 10 West and will move its staff to Robey's office at 314 E. Commerce St., […] [Read More]
Rope some renewable energy
This fair probably won't have any fried Snickers bars. The 10th annual Renewable Energy Roundup & Green Living Fair will be Sept. 25-27 in Fredricksburg. The roundup will feature exhibits, demonstrations, live music and children's activities. There will also be New Belgium beers and ales for sale and an organic food café. My interest in […] [Read More]
It's OK to remodel in phases
If you're thinking of taking on a remodeling job, don't think you have to fix up the whole house all in one swing of the hammer. A recent survey by Consumer Reports magazine found that 36 percent of people plan to remodel in phases. Many penny pinchers (65 percent) have decided to do at least […] [Read More]
Can preservation and revitalization get along?
What's the value of all those old and iconic yet out-of-date buildings around town? If you struggle regularly with that question, maybe you should go listen to Donovan Rypkema. San Antonio's Downtown Alliance hosts renowned preservation and urban revitalization expert Donovan Rypkema on Monday as part of its Urban Renaissance Series. Rypkema is as a […] [Read More]
Capitalizing on Europe's green building
Green building consultant and author Jerry Yudelson will be speaking next week about ways Central Texas can increase green building based on successes in Europe. The lecture will begin at 6:50 p.m. Wednesday in the San Antonio Central Library at 600 Soledad St. Registration will begin at 6:15 p.m. Tickets can be purchased here. It […] [Read More]
East Side apartment complex sold
Acadia Place Apartments on San Antonio's East Side have been sold, California-based Marcus and Millichap Real Estate Investment Services announced Tuesday. Ryan Epstein and Moses Siller of Marcus and Millichap's San Antonio office represented the buyer and the seller, who the company did not identify, of the apartments at 450 Lavender Lane. The 98,560-square-foot complex […] [Read More]
Hutchison puts home on market
(Associated Press) Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison apparently is very serious about moving back to Texas. The Dallas Morning News reports that Hutchison, who's angling for the Republican gubernatorial nomination, is selling her McLean, Va., home. DMN reports that Hutchison is listing the 4,300-square-foot house for $1.45 million, which is $150,000 less than she paid for […] [Read More]
High View Place opens near UTSA
High View Place, a student housing community near UTSA, opened this week, Atlanta-based Place Properties announced. Almost 600 residents are moving into the three-story, 624-unit complex this week, but some rooms are still available, according to a media release. High View Place's Web site offers one-, two- and four-bedroom apartments for individual lease at $510-$850 […] [Read More]
College of Architecture dean will speak at AIA, AGC joint meeting
The dean of UTSA's College of Architecture will discuss what's on the horizon for the college in a joint meeting of the San Antonio chapters of The American Institute of Architects and The Associated General Contractors of America. John Murphy, who was named dean in May, will speak at noon Monday at the Bright Shawl […] [Read More]
Respected architect will lecture next month
One of the nation's premier architects will be speaking next month at the Center for Architecture in the Pearl Brewery complex. Bill Lacy, professional adviser to the Kimbell Art Foundation and former president of the State University of New York at Purchase, will be giving his lecture "Adventures in Architecture," presented by UTSA College of […] [Read More]
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Feb 17 2009
Lodge Update: Filling the Space
For the past week, my mother-in-law, sister-in-law, and I have spent our spare time running to kingdom come and back, trying to fill in the missing pieces in the Lodge in preparation for some out of town guests that will be staying there for a couple of nights. But that's how I work; I don't do something unless I absolutely have to—unless the prospect of strangers sleeping on mattresses without sheets and sitting on the kitchen floor to eat their maple nut scones is staring at me in the face and snarling its yellow, nasty fangs.
Oooh. That was scary.
I printed out a few of my horse photos and stuck them in these pretty, plain frames I found at Pottery Barn.
I really like the frames. I like that they don't require an enormous photo, and that the large white mat makes the photo seem a little more special.
I think the white is very clean.
They're going up on the wall right now. Film at eleven.
As for barstools, I had ordered a few of these from Sundance back in November, and they just came in. I wasn't sure whether the wait would be worth it, but they're sturdy, stable, and bring a little bit of industrial charm to the very woody kitchen.
*Crumbs courtesy of Pioneer Children.
My mother-in-law found these two barstools on sale at a furniture store. I loved 'em, and stuck 'em on the end of the baking island.
Tried buying barstools lately? It's one of the harder things I've ever tackled in my life, and I've had an emergency c-section before.
Trust me on this. It's challenging.
Don't yell at me. The niche (pronounced "neesh" if you want to sound cool; "nitch" if you live in the southern states) is still a work in progress. I had a bronze sculpture in there, but it just looked too predictable to me.
But I'm still trying different things.
We found this sofa for the entry last week. It was a little sterile and contemporary, but that's nothing a little COWHIDE can't fix.
Let me know if you get tired of cowhide. I won't blame you if you do.
Laundry room. Washing sheets. Washing towels. Washing pillowcases. Washing washcloths.
Washing my mouth out with soap when I say four letter words about having to do all this laundry.
I moved this table from under the four-color pictures in the main part of the house because it was a little small. Now it's in the hallway, where it's more in proportion.
But it's so lonely. What do you put on hallway tables near guest rooms that won't look cluttery?
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margie On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:45 pm
Oh, I love the commenter's suggestion of the "diary" for guests to write their thoughts, experiences, stories, etc. on the table in the hallway. I stayed at a bed and breakfast that had the "servant's quarter's" house out back and one of the rooms had stories of a ghost of "Auntie" so and so and the guests continued the story through their own experiences. It was so fun to read all the entries during our stay and we even had one to tell. Auntie kept turning our thermostat up and down all during the night. It would be nice and toasty a little bit, then the room would be freezing. All.night.long. For real.
Lori On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:46 pm
Some magazines or books, candles…all ideas that have been shared before.
A couple calf nuts…you have to keep your guests on their toes!
chocolatechic On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:46 pm
My purse, and shoes.
Heidi On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:47 pm
I like the idea of a lamp and a blank journal/guestbook with a fancy pen, so guests can write about how much they loved staying there.
Katie On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:48 pm
Maybe your bronze sculpture and a few family photos.
But then I have issues decorating in my house so you might not want my ideas.. Of course mine are more "I'll get to it when I get to it" and 6 years later I still haven't gotten to it. I need to work on that..
Beekeeper On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:50 pm
a pair of boots and spurs would be coo. With some horseshoes.
Michelle On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:50 pm
How about you "re-purpose" the bronze sculpture from the niche?
The lodge is gorgeous. Wish I were going to be your guest.
MissMyOhMichael On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:50 pm
I'd put a nice glass vase with fresh cut flowers and maybe a couple candles on it.
Robyn in the Northwoods On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:52 pm
Christie On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:52 pm
If I were staying in one of those bedrooms…coffee service is what I would want on that table. First thing. Yum.
Otherwise? fresh flowers. A fresh look without the clutter of knick-knacks.
Jenn On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:53 pm
An art book, candles, pictures of the family, maybe a lamp, a small floral arrangement–you've got tons of options. Just pick a couple so it doesn't look cluttered!
Diane Conn On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:53 pm
a nice decorative bowl of calf nuts might fit well with your theme.
Heidi On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:53 pm
Love the coffee idea, the guestbook idea and I'm a huge fan of books, but books, books, books look cluttery – may be just A book made by you like someone suggested with your photography, the lodge, etc. and yes, definitely a lamp – can't say enough about ambient lighting. Also liked the old spurs idea – very cool.
slammie On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:53 pm
small plants? candles? small vases of flowers?
Lauren (in PA) On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:54 pm
OK, i have no idea what to put on your lovely table…but wanted to talk Amazing Race…i cried I was laughing so hard at the cheese task…when Luke went running down the hill out of control then fell i coulnd't take it (thankfully all were ok) and when Mikes dad Mel said (as he was scooting down on his rear end with the cheese) 'hope the cheese doesn't hit me", that is CLASSIC AR!
Amy P On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:54 pm
I don't have advice for the table, but, I love the niche. I thought the sculpture was too small, and I actually let out a small "ooohhhh" when I scrolled down and saw the willow branches. with the light on it's beautiful.
Sheila On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:55 pm
FYI, I'm coming over. Will bring Starbucks.
Sierra On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:56 pm
for the table in the hall, maybe one of those votive candle holders that is arced (do you even know what i mean? probably not…arg). or some different sized rustic vases/pottery.
sjauna On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:56 pm
Maybe a lamp, a few books with some cool bookends, and some sort of foliage? And maybe some candy? My mother-in-law always has some sort of seasonal candy out when we come to visit, and it always makes me feel special and like she was looking forward to our visit (as If I didn't already know, right?). That's usually in the bedroom though, so I don't know about the hall…
Fairy On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:57 pm
Pottery Barn has a thick glass round plate that you could put large candles (about 5) on – different heights and sizes – some in clear glass containers – some hurricane without containers – all in the same neutral color for the hallway table. Or a low wooden or pewter bowl with lemons, apples, or pears – or all three.
gscott On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:57 pm
Lookin' good. I am not much help on the idea of decorating. I need your M.I.L. to come help me. We are in the process of MAYBE buying a bigger house. I am so over whelmed with thinking about packing to not getting excited to much if something falls through. UGH… The house we are looking at will need LOTS of updating!! SO thanks for you past post it might come in handy.
Meghan On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:57 pm
fresh flowers (soft pink would look nice in that space), a stack of magazines to flip through, chunky pillar candles on chunky feet, and snacks.
Becky G. On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:57 pm
Love the vase full of stems in the nitch (Ga girl here!), it's very light and gives a bit of a 'living/breathing' feel to the corner.
As for the hall table, I also love the guest book idea, and how about a basket/bowl of fresh seasonal fruit when guests are there, and a selection of books for them to read. Maybe some on your area – I searched in Amazon and found some really neat ones on the prairie and on Oklahoma tourism and history. Ad I think a couple (or more) framed pictures of your family would be a warm welcome to guests, too!
Sure am enjoying tagging along on your journey! Becky
hollygee On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:57 pm
More vases of branches/pussywillows/grasses.
Granny On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:57 pm
I love it Ree, it is so beautiful…..The table would look good with a skinny lamp and some candles and small framed family photos..
AnnArtiste On Tuesday, February 17 at 1:59 pm
a nice bowl full of m&ms. love the place, it's perfect.
the domestic fringe On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:01 pm
You are doing an amazing job! Anytime you want to come and redecorate my house, you're welcome.
LOVE the horse pictures. The frames you found are the PERFECT compliment. They really showcase your photos.
Keep up the good work. Hope the laundry is almost done.
Married to an Aussie in OK On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:02 pm
That table needs a book you've published of your photographs, some candles from PartyLite (I'm an addict without the funds to be one), and a couple of small frames with photos of the punks or MM. I think.
Peeved Michelle On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:02 pm
Unless you are planning to do this for each bedroom, which is also a nice touch, I think that hall table (by the bedrooms, right?) is a good spot for a couple carafes of water and drinking glasses, a basket of snacky things, or little travel necessities guests might need. The only other thing I can think of that guests might need right now is cough drops because I am in bed dying from exaggeration and a cold.
Mama DB On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:03 pm
When I stay at someone's house I love to look through photo albums of theirs. Perhaps you could put a couple of photo albums a small vase of flowers and I love the idea of a guest book.
Sarah Hamitlon On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:03 pm
Howabout a welcome basket? Or, maybe just a wide, nice, flower arrangment. I like the sticks in the nitch.
heather On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:03 pm
Actually I studied biology in college and we called it "nitch" too. I like the look of the vase, but I don't like how the branches stick way out of the niche. Maybe if they stayed a bit closer together I would like it better. It is lovely though.
Kelly Chandler On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:03 pm
Some pretty flowers and I really like the idea of books. Especially with a really neat leather guest book.
Neena On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:04 pm
I LOVE the horse pictures!
– I would put a large vase (earthy ceramic works) with tall decorative cattails or those tall, dried plants that have a name that I can't think of. They look like big sticks…but prettier! Anyway, that's what I would put on the ground next to the table in the hallway next to the guestrooms. Or maybe even an earthy vase with the stuff you have in the vase in your niche!
Question: Do you spend an entire day at the lodge when you do things like laundry and decoration, or do you travel back and forth between Lodge and Home?
debi On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:05 pm
A small artisan dish for keys – car keys, lodge keys (maybe you don't need keys in the country???), bar keys…
Stacey On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:05 pm
Plants.. I love plants.
linda On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:05 pm
Do you have a smaller rock like the fireplace rock? I think it would look good just sitting on the entry table along with a guest book and maybe big candle or flowers.
janet On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:06 pm
Why do you have bars on the window? You live in the country? The wildest thing that might come in is a cow that lost it's way? The horse pictures are beautiful and the four together compliment each other. What about the one your posted last week on the red tones of the quarter horses' necks? That would be real nice too.
Jennifer On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:06 pm
For the hall table: Liquor. Duh!! A bottle of Tanqueray, some cokes, and a bucket for ice… ahhhhhh. And maybe a glass or two if you get around to it.
Seriously, I always love some nice garden porn. That's P-O-R-N. A big coffee table book like "Earth on Her Hands" or "The Art of French Vegetable Gardening," add in some coffee table travel books about Asia or Italy or the Greek Isles, and a beautiful plant in a beautiful pot, and you have a wonderful welcome. Just don't forget the liquor.
Also, though I like the idea of a diary for guests, I am one who always needs to write something worthy of applause (present comment not included!), and so perhaps if you do that you could write in it first, and write something funny, and a little messy so that the first perfectionist to show up doesn't freak out and not participate.
Ree, it looks great, BTW.
karen l On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:07 pm
For the table: large bowl of flowers – tall enough to be reflected in the mirror. Also, stack of current magazines, small bowl with wrapped chocolates (Dove Dark, anyone?). Just think about what you'd like to grab as you head down the hall to bed.
PaisleyPam On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:08 pm
Flowers, flowers, and more flowers.
Binnie On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:08 pm
What do you put on the little table?
Rhonda in Oklahoma On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:08 pm
It's all looking good! About the little table in the hallway – maybe a length of "rustic" material draped at an angle (or straight), and an equally-rustic lamp or decoration?
Emily On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:09 pm
How 'bout a simple black leather (or cowhide if you must) oversized picture book with some of your beautiful shots from around the ranch?
And I think your 'neesh' is just crying for NOTHING on the bottom, but something sparkly and artsy hanging at different intervals from the ceiling space to within about 8″ of the shelf. I'm thinking something made out of clear or lightly colored glass?
Natalie On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:10 pm
You take lovely photographs! Have you considered selling them on etsy?
Carol in Minnesota On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:10 pm
I would get some nice bookends and get some journals. Encourage your guests to write about their experience(s) at your ranch.
Cheryl L On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:10 pm
How about nothing but a beautifully simple low-profile wide EMPTY pottery bowl that your guests could use to hold their keys, change, etc. when they come in the door? Maybe you could find a bowl that was crafted by someone locally.
Grace On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:11 pm
A large round candle in the middle (one of those that has three wicks in it) or two smaller short candles on short plates/stands on either end. Candles will add a nice welcoming glow for the guests. If you are at the lodge right before they arrive or to greet them, it's easy to have them lit when they come in. I love flickering, warm, glowing candles when I have company.
KS On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:13 pm
large vase with seasonal/wild flowers and I love the guest book idea as well, but don't overdo it, keep it simple and uncluttered.
Daphne On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:13 pm
Can I come stay with you?
marty On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:14 pm
A stack of books–and maybe a candle or a wooden bowl w/potpourri?
Mickey On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:16 pm
Maybe a light if you have an outlet…
dOt On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:17 pm
Big bulky pottery bowls (3?) full of apples and other fruits for the guesties to snack on!
Maria On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:18 pm
You can put mints or candy on the table for the guests. Or for you when you walk by:)
IowaCowgirl On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:18 pm
Books! old Zane Grey, big photo-laden coffee-table books, vintage Roy Rogers, Fury, Gene Autry glossy-covered books, some classics (Mark Twain, Shakespeare, Paine, Dickens) and of course Flicka, Thunderhead, and Green Grass of Wyoming.
Where is the piano? old cowboy sheet music is a must. New player pianos are awesome; keys play like regular pianos, but slip in a tape and it is a player.
Carol in Minnesota On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:18 pm
I think some kind of water fountain would be cool in that niche. Speaking of water fountains … wouldn't it be cool to have an old fashioned drinking fountain somewhere in the lodge?
Rachel Myhan On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:18 pm
reading material.
bonniebeth On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:20 pm
On the table in the hallway….a nice size (not too big and not too little) leather Bible and some candlesticks.
becky On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:21 pm
I love the horse pictures, they are beautiful! It is so fun seeing everything come together. I really like the bar stools that your mom-in-law picked out. I am not really sure about the metal ones, in the picture they look like plastic. I still think you need to get some punches of color in the lodge. Everything is so beautiful and I think getting some color in there will bring everything together nicely.
annie On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:21 pm
Love the barstools! And get some lamps and a green plant for that console table in the hall.
bonniebeth On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:21 pm
comment 235 continued….and some reading glasses or old wire frame glasses…can't get my thoughts together in one comment…sorry…
Ruth On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:21 pm
My immediate thought for the table was a smallish vase or bowl of flora and something they could put their fingers in – (not food!) Wouldn't it be so cool to have a miniature layout of the ranch on there? the hills and ponds and roads? it would only take google earth and bake-hardening clay…buildings could be represented with a footprint outline of a solid color and fences ignored..architects use that tiny fake grass and trees – I bet MM could do it in a night or two) A tray covered in a herd of tiny models of wild mustangs, glued down would be really awesome too…
what I wouldn't do is put anything that begs clutter – if it looks like a desk or counter it will become a drop-spot…
StaceyNC On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:22 pm
Place a stack of colorful leather bound books with a framed picture resting on them on one end of the table.
Balance that with a dim lamp that can be left on to light the way to the bedrooms. In the middle of the table, leave a journal and fountain pen for guests to write entries about their stay. (they can pick it up and write while sitting on their beds in comfort)
BigTips On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:23 pm
Love what's in the niche now, put candles and another flower arrangement on that table in the hall….do you guys have a Pro Bass Shop around there? They have some cute furniture in there. You wouldn't think that they would have furniture, but they do and it's very cabin-y or lodge-y. Check it out.
NancyH On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:23 pm
You need to put a guest book on the hallway table.
The book can be big & fancy or plain & simple.
Your guests can leave you a note about their stay and even include pictures.
Something that you can read in years to come and remeber all your guests, "the good, the bad, and the ugly".
Sandra On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:24 pm
How about using the table for supplies for your guests. Some books and magazines displayed for their use. Maybe a wicker basket with some small bags of chips or cookies, and one with some extra towels and washclothes in it.
Lee Ann On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:25 pm
Just two quick thoughts … 1) The Lodge is looking "loverly" (name that musical); 2) Why not make the neeeesh an ever-changing display of whatever-takes-your-fancy?; and (okay, make this three quick thoughts); 3) Don't you just despise washing and drying new towels? Oh, they are beautiful, but all that LINT!!!!!
Laura On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:25 pm
A very large shallow bowl–either glass or pottery–filled with apples or pears. Or nuts. Or rocks. Or pine cones or fall leaves. Or wildflowers–but not potpourri.
Jacque On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:25 pm
I would just stick a vase of fresh flowers on the table not too tall, not too short. The less cluttered a table is the better. I should take my own advise!
Carol On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:25 pm
Magazines, crossword/game books. Chocolates or hard candy for sure. Bottle water was good idea too (although maybe that should be in the rooms (or bathrooms)). Love the clock idea. Most people whether they need to know or not, look at clocks out of habit. Guest book definately. Looks amazing!
BigTips On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:26 pm
Oh yeah, gotta have the recipe for the maple nut scones if you make them.
Miss Linda On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:28 pm
I love that table! Want one, but I couldn't pull it off in a non-lodge house. The first thing that came to mind was a vase full of cattails or whatever you have that is tall and indigenous to your area (perhaps I got the idea from seeing what you have in your niche and what we have in ours. (In our niche, my husband has a bronze of flying ducks. I have put cattails and indigenous grasses in a vase behind it and we get all sorts of compliments on the arrangement. I never could find the perfect vase, so I decoupaged a cheapo glass one instead. It looks like it's made of leather). When I am putting together a "collage" of things on a table, I like to have each item be made of a different material for visual interest (wood, metal, glass, fresh greenery or flowers, basketry, etc.). For yours, you might think of three different items of three different heights (something tall, something medium and something low) Just "rehearse" the things you already have around the house…things you love, and you'll find just the right combo. I like what you have in the niche (because it fills the space and offers contrast (another huge element in decorating!), but will it smack someone in the head as they walk by? I'm just saying, it would look good on the table too. Try it!
shannon On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:28 pm
On the table – I'd put that plant thing you currently have in the niche, along with a wooden elephant or something to change it up a bit. But what do I know? I've lived in my house for 3 years, and I don't have nary a picture on the walls.
Kristen On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:30 pm
3 glass hurricanes – with stones in them … gray/slate colored. Or, a wrought iron candle holder … one that holds 5 – 7 candles. A copper colored bowl, with a "real looking" fake pear in it.
Gina On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:32 pm
books for the "reading late into the night" guests. looks fabulous, otherwise!
Miss Linda On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:33 pm
Oh, I forgot to say,( maybe you know already) when using grasses and cattails, etc. from nature, be sure and hairspray all over the item with a good amount. Let it dry and do it again. If you don't, you will have catttails "blowing up" all over the place. Any cheap hairspray will do. Don't use the good stuff on this!
Jennifer On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:33 pm
For the table, a nice stack of books … try landscape books of the American West, a book of old cowboy photos, etc. I'd also like to recommend the candalabra in the Sundance catalog. The floor model is stunning … but the tabletop version would be great here with the cream-colored candles (I'd avoid the red suggested earlier … clashes with your color scheme IMHO). Lovely.
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Lo On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:33 pm
guest book, candles, maybe a funky box… look on etsy. i am forever in love with what i find there. i am an addict, sad to say. yes. i am. hello my name is lauren and i am addicted to etsy like a fat kid to hamburgers with extra cheddar. or. steak bites. just sayin'. i love the wood grain… so hopefully somethin that doesn't take up too much space so that you can still get that textural pleasure. heh. textural pleasure.
Brenda S. 'Okie in Colorado' On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:34 pm
A guest book is fun. When I stay in bed and breakfast inns I love to read the entries from previous guest that satyed in my room. I would place a couple Native American pot, an elkhorn candle holder with several candles, or a dish of mints and your new book on the table.
lesa On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:35 pm
I love, love what you have done… The pics are perfect… I knew they would look good in there! As for the lonely table, I would just put some flowers on there and a picture of their hosts…do you have a good family picture? Something that involves chaps and cowboy hats??? just my opinion!
jewelee On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:35 pm
The four framed photos in a row look absolutely fantastic. I love them.
Instead of a guestbook — what about a big vintage typewriter in working condition — loaded with some beautiful textured paper ready for guests to type their comments/memories on.
I have an old typewriter in my house — kids (of every age) just love it and it looks great.
Pietra On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:37 pm
The arrangement you have in the 'niche' belongs on that table, in my humble opinion.
lesa On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:38 pm
I forgot something…remember that bronze paint you used on the pipes? I would use it on those barstools… I don't care for the galv metal look… but that is just me
Tamara On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:39 pm
I'd say for the hall table a clear glass vase with some red flowers. Maybe tulips? That's just when the guests are here. After they leave maybe you can find a green plant that won't require you buying (or cutting when in season) fresh flowers every week.
By the way, I love everything! Your niche looks great!
Stephen S On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:40 pm
Have you seen the really large candles with barbed wire wrapped around it? That would look nice on the table with your new book and an album of photos you have taken of the ranch.
sassyaztec On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:41 pm
I second the guest book idea. I LOVE staying at places that have a little journal when previous guests can write notes. so fun to curl up and read.
Karen W On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:44 pm
LOVE how it's all coming together!!
I think that beautiful table needs some greenery (or a catcus!) of some sort, (maybe on the floor next to it),, a Great photo of some Punks that you might know,, and love the idea of a guest book too! Throw on a candle or two, and/or something metal and horse-related would be fantastic as well!
Wonderful bar stools BTW!
Pat On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:44 pm
Regarding the table, how about artfully arranging a pair of chaps! It would be so you!
Anonymous On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:44 pm
Did you mat the photos yourself or did they come with the frame? Either way, they look great!
Bev On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:44 pm
Love the horse pix, love the glass window drawers in your laundry room, and love the barstools your MIL chose. Moving the table was a really good idea, it fits where it is. As for what to put on it, I dunno, but be sure and get something on there so no one will use it as a dump for coats, etc., never mind that you have places for those things to go. You might try a piece of beautiful art glass, or a large wooden bowl like the old-time handmade dough bowls women used to use to make bread dough. You could get a large, polished rock like quartz or whatever is local to your area. Visit a local rock shop or 2, they have some really gorgeouse stones. A polished geode would be gorgeous. But that's personal choice, they certainly look nice, no question about that.
caroline in tennessee On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:44 pm
For the table I think you need a little height on either side and some color! How about lamp on one end, and a cylinder type clear vase on the other end..fill about half way with lemons and limes…then fill with whatever flowers are in season, wildflowers, sticks, whatever..but with the lemons and limes even if you don't have any flowers from time to time..it will still look pretty!
Wendy in PA On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:47 pm
Everything looks fantastic…As for the hallway table…I vote for chocolate. Who wouldn't want a small piece of decadant dark chocolate before they crawl into bed ? Or is that just me ?
Mikaela On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:47 pm
what about some books about ranching, cows, horses, etc?
Mari R. On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:47 pm
Flowers, magazines, chocolate!
One big hint…please do not include a bowl of calf nuts! (until you are ready to send them packing).
It all looks gorgeous!
LeeNJ On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:47 pm
Right along with something tall on the table, a branding iron and some spurs.
Lisa On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:47 pm
The place looks fantastic, but it NEEDS plants. You're up there at least once a week right? There are plenty of low maintenance plants out there…I should know! (I pass mine by several times a day and yet only *remember* them once a week…or longer. Sorry plants).
Kathy from NJ On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:47 pm
A guestbook, a bowl of candy & a lamp. But I don't see an outlet.
Terri On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:49 pm
Nancy in Texas On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:50 pm
I love that you're using some of your photos in the lodge. That is so perfect! And as far as the niche is concerned, if not having artwork there, using arrangements that reflect the current season would be interesting especially if you used plants/objects that are natural to your area of the country.
ben'smom On Tuesday, February 17 at 2:50 pm
A stack of a few books for guest browsing, an interesting tray, a piece of pottery.


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By Jeremy Roebuck : August 24, 2013 : Updated: August 25, 2013 9:10am
Photo By Kin Man Hui / San Antonio Express-NewsWeston Martinez, holding recall petition forms, says, "Bernal and others are using LGBT people as a political football."
Photo By Kin Man Hui/San Antonio Express-NewsDetails of a petition form handed out to citizens on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2013. A group of citizens was working to collect signatures in District 1 in an attempt to recall Councilman Diego Bernal for his role in authoring the controversial non-discrimination ordinance proposal. They need at least 6,000 signatures from registered voters in the district to force a recall.
Photo By Kin Man Hui/San Antonio Express-NewsWeston Martinez (left) and Brad Wheeler walk along a street in the neighborhood of The Park at Lincoln Heights in an attempt to collect signatures to force a recall vote against District 1 Councilman Diego Bernal on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2013. Bernal was targeted by citizens who oppose his role in authoring the controversial non-discrimination ordinance proposal. The group needs at least 6,000 signatures from registered voters in the district to force a recall.
Photo By Kin Man Hui/San Antonio Express-NewsStephen Burkholder (right) and Joseph Garza hold signs in support of District 1 Councilman Diego Bernal and his controversial non-discrimination ordinance proposal on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2013. They were joined by a small group of citizens to counter another group who were working to collect signatures in District 1 in an attempt to recall Bernal for his role in authoring the proposal. At least 6,000 signatures from registered voters are needed in the district to force a recall.
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Councilman Diego Bernal is spearheading the effort to update San Antonio's anti-discrimination ordinance.
Armed with clipboards and a sizable sense of outrage, a band of conservative activists rallied against proposed changes to the city's nondiscrimination ordinance and launched a plan to oust the man behind them.
The group of about 15 went door to door in neighborhoods throughout Councilman Diego Bernal's downtown district seeking the 6,000 signatures needed to recall his election. They argued his proposed revisions, which would add protections for sexual orientation and gender identity, were unnecessary and would come at the expense of their own rights to religious freedom.
"Bernal and others are using LGBT people as a political football to prop up the mayor, on one hand, and to try to keep people out of city hall that aren't progressives," said Weston Martinez, a former council candidate and president of the Texas Freedom political action committee.
For his part, Bernal called their efforts insulting.
"It makes our city look ridiculous," he said. "Of all the things that I've tried to do in my first two years, they want me out of office because I want to treat every person in this city fairly and equally?"
The recall effort came as the latest salvo in an increasingly contentious debate over the ordinance changes, which are scheduled for discussion by the full city council for the first time this week.
Under Bernal's proposal, city officials would be prohibited from discriminating based upon a person's race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or other defining characteristics.
Early on, religious groups objected to language they said would also have barred anyone found to have discriminated against such protected classes from serving on city boards. They argued that the proposal would exclude people of faith from public service because of their opposition to gay marriage.
Bernal maintains that his original proposal carried no such language. He issued a revised draft that removed the existing city ordinance that stood at the center of the conflict.
Many of those seeking signatures for Bernal's recall Saturday pointed to the excised elements to explain the proposal.
"I'm ashamed of my councilman," said District 1 resident Jack M. Finger. "He's trying to take away my right as a Christian to serve on city boards."
One activist was greeted with a blank stare when he asked the owner of a home near the intersection of Basse Road and Broadway if she opposed the nondiscrimination ordinance.
"It would allow a transgendered person to use the women's restrooms," the activist said. Bernal's proposal includes no such provision, but it elicited a shocked expression and a quick signature on the recall petition.
Martinez said Saturday the attempt to oust Bernal was a reaction to attacks on District 9 Councilwoman Elisa Chan for comments she made in a secretly recorded audio posted by the Express-News earlier this month.
On the tape, recorded by a former staffer during a private strategy session, Chan described homosexuality as "disgusting" and expressed her belief that gay couples should not be allowed to adopt because it could confuse children. The statements have drawn ire nationally from LGBT groups and rallied her supporters, who argue Chan was exercising her First Amendment rights.
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Bernal called such logic misguided and in recent days has taken steps to clear misperceptions about the ordinance. In an email to supporters Friday, he outlined in detail what his proposal would and would not do.
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Right Research, Wrong Question
What happens when good data is used the wrong way? The data gets all the blame, as seen in the latest round of finger pointing about ComScore and their reporting of Google click growth.
In February, when ComScore, a market research firm that tracks online marketing and advertising, published findings that found growth in Google's paid click traffic was down significantly versus the prior year, Google's stock fell into a steady decline, retreating almost 45% from its 52 week high.
However, when Google announced recently that its 1st quarter profits were up 31% versus the prior year, Google's stock shot up, while ComScore's own stock was pummeled. Google's CEO Eric Schmidt even made a veiled reference to "third party" data missing the boat when it came to predicting Google's performance.
The problem was that what ComScore was measuring (Google's paid click growth in the US) wasn't matching what Google was reporting (global and third party paid click growth). According to Andrew Lipsman at Comscore:
"The main difference between the paid clicks trends reported by Google and comScore can be traced to the fact that the comScore paid click data cited in financial analysts' reports (and subsequently reported by the media) are U.S. data only."
Additionally, when you do an apple to apples comparison, the trends between ComScore and what Google reports itself are directionally the same:
Not surprisingly, the nuance of research data can generally be lost on the investment community.
However, just because data is used in a wrong way, doesn't make the data wrong itself.
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What Kind Of Social Media User Are You?
- Germans tend to comment more on social media than participants in other EU countries, but not half as much as those in urban China.
- People in the UK are not as big on tagging or using RSS feeds as others, but they lead Europe in social network participation.
These were just some of the factoids I uncovered while having some fun over the weekend playing around with this social media segmentation tool from Forrester Research (I'll be the first one to admit that only someone who works in market research would call playing with social media segmentation tools a form of fun).
Thanks to the blog mentions by Jeremiah Owyang and Charlene Li at Forrester Research, I found the application, along with its corresponding social media segmentation.
The tool looks at broad groups of internet users and classifies them into segments based upon their level of social media participation. This chart shows the different groups and their definitions (click for a larger image):
My only quibble with the segmentation is that I believe there is a lot more granularity out there for Creators (e.g., I'd imagine there could be some significant differences between those who strictly blog versus heavy YouTube or Flickr uploaders).
But the segmentation does do a good job of grouping the population as a whole on something more meaningful than demographics in order to make better sense of them. Maybe, however, there is a micro-segmentation of Creators lurking somewhere under the hood of Forrester's research.
Here are some other facts that Charlene Li mentions on the Groundswell blog that you can find if you twiddle around with this tool:
- Although social media participation significantly increases the lower on the age range you go, even among the 55+ group in the US, you'll find that 33% of them are connecting with social applications in some way.
- 41% of Koreans are Joiners — members of social networks — more than anywhere else in the world.
- In Urban China, a full 36% are Creators, which means that this very significant percentage of the population is creating blogs, maintaining content, or uploading videos or music.
I'd like to play around more with this dataset (hint to Forrester!) and maybe later I'll have some more insight nuggets to share.
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More Fun with Numbers
This post by Seth Godin on using survey results in marketing got me thinking about one of the most memorable survey results in market research history, the one he references from the old Trident gum commercials:
"Four out of five Dentists surveyed recommend sugarless gum for their patients who chew gum".
While it sounds impressive (which is why everyone still remembers it), the sharp eye will see the potential push behind the fact. The key, as with most published statistics, is in the qualifiers, this time in the sample base and around the word "recommend".
On the sample base, it's a potential signal that it may not represent all dentists, just the ones who were "surveyed". If you have a large and truly representative sample, why would you be using that qualifier?
The second is the qualifier for the word "recommend". The dentists surveyed aren't recommending that you chew Trident, just that if you do chew gum, it should be sugarless. No one asked whether you should be chewing gum in the first place or if any other brand of sugarless would suffice. Like percentages in my previous post, there can always be fun with numbers.
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Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Euphoric is the word Marrington Middle School Principal Jim Spencer uses to sum up the feeling of receiving the Palmetto's Finest Award.
On March 11 the joyous announcement was broadcast on SCETV as several staff members and students watched in the media center.
"It was a lot of fun," Spencer said. "It's one of those things where a lot of people worked really hard to have a celebration where it comes to fruition like that and makes it all worthwhile."
Spencer said the application process is extensive and being selected is mostly based on student achievement. The school was visited by three experienced educational leaders for evaluation.
"They selected two or three schools in each category for a second visit. The second visit was about a week before the announcement."
Spencer attributes the school's success to the staff.
"We have an amazing staff, it's highly talented, extremely dedicated and hard working. It's everybody on this campus, your job is student learning, student achievement. If you work in cafeteria, custodian, teacher, principal, librarian, your job is to increase student achievement. We do that as a team.
"We work our students extremely hard. We challenge our students. They're getting used to that. They're rising to the level of our expectations. We push them toward that and it works out."
Spencer said the school receives tremendous support from the district office and that Superintendent Rodney Thompson allows for student achievement to be the district's number one goal.
"It was amazing to earn the National Blue Ribbon and Palmetto's Finest in the same year," Spencer said.
Marrington received the National Blue Ribbon Award in November.
The SCETV broadcast described it as follows: "Marrington Middle School of the Arts sits on a tranquil site canopied by towering pine trees. Visitors witness our students singing, dancing, composing, sharing ideas, and problem solving as they move through their studies of fine arts and academic classes. Their diverse talents in the fine arts allow students to give back to their community. Their annual Night of Giving features students' artistic talents as do the annual musicals they produce.
"Students are involved in many extra-curricular activities including Mock Trial, First Lego League, QUEST academic bowl, Munching Mentors, and the Junior Student-to-Student welcoming committee. Students make their voices heard through 'Coffee with the Principal.'
"We have achieved Palmetto Gold Awards in both Performance and Closing the Achievement Gap, earned a numerical score of 100 on the Federal Accountability System, and ranked above the national norm in ALL subject areas on the Explore test four years consecutively."
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ISIS Schedules US Headlining Tour
Source: [url=http://www.stonerrock.com/news/news.asp?NewsID=6150]Stoner Rock[/url]
Isis has announced the details of its first headlining tour in support of In the Absence of Truth. Tickets go on sale on December 16. The openers on the trek are as follows:
Jesu (all dates except March 15 - 16)
Torche (February 26 - March 16)
Zozobra (March 17 - April 8)
Confirmed dates are as follows:
Feb. 22: San Diego, CA - Casbah
Feb. 23: Tempe, AZ - The Clubhouse
Feb. 24: Albuquerque, NM - Launchpad
Feb. 26: Oklahoma City, OK - The Conservatory
Feb. 27: Ft. Worth, TX - Ridglea Theater
Feb. 28: Austin, TX - Emo`s
Mar. 01: Houston, TX - Numbers
Mar. 02: Baton Rouge, LA - Spanish Moon
Mar. 03: Birmingham, AL - Bottletree Lounge
Mar. 05: Orlando, FL - The Social
Mar. 08: Athens, GA - 40 Watt
Mar. 09: Charlotte, NC - Tremont Music Hall
Mar. 10: Richmond, VA - Alley Katz
Mar. 11: Washington, DC - 930 Club
Mar. 13: Philadelphia, PA - TLA
Mar. 14: New York, NY - Irving Plaza
Mar. 16: Cambridge, MA - The Middle East
Mar. 17: Cambridge, MA - The Middle East
Mar. 18: Montreal, QC - Theatre National
Mar. 19: Ottawa, ON - Barrymore`s
Mar. 20: Toronto, ON - Opera House
Mar. 22: Chicago, IL - Metro
Mar. 25: Minneapolis, MN - Triple Rock Social Club
Mar. 26: Iowa City, IA - The Picador
Mar. 27: Lawrence, KS - Granada Theatre
Mar. 28: Denver, CO - Marquis Theater
Mar. 30: SLC, UT - In The Venue
Apr. 03: Seattle, WA - Neumo`s
Apr. 06: San Francisco, CA - Bimbo`s
Apr. 08: Los Angeles, CA - Henry Fonda Theatre
Very old news, but I'm glad you posted it. And I am still pissed that Bimbo's is 18+ :boohoo:
Ed, you should go.
Excellent news! I'll definitely go to the show in LA.
[QUOTE=SnakeCharmer;137355]Excellent news! I'll definitely go to the show in LA.[/QUOTE]
I AM SO JEALOUS FUCK AHSLOTURYTWWJDDIDYS9SOSISOSUSIUSU*867$yooIOSYSUSOSO0S89(9((!!!!6))u
I may go if money permits and if my interest in this band has grown the way its been growing now by then.
[QUOTE=ADD;137357]I AM SO JEALOUS FUCK AHSLOTURYTWWJDDIDYS9SOSISOSUSIUSU*867$yooIOSYSUSOSO0S89(9((!!!!6))u
Come to LA. :D
[QUOTE=SnakeCharmer;137456]Come to LA. :D[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=ADD;137282]Very old news, but I'm glad you posted it. And I am still pissed that Bimbo's is 18+ :boohoo:
Ed, you should go.[/QUOTE]
Maybe.... I've never heard these guys.
[QUOTE=hot_turkey_ed;137467]Maybe.... I've never heard these guys.[/QUOTE]
I would be willing to send you any or all of their albums, or recommend what you should buy from them. If I were to make a top 5 or top 10 list of my favorite bands since September, Isis would easily be in there. Ever since seeing them almost blow Tool off the stage in Oakland I've become obssesed :eyes:
Get a fake ID then. :allan:
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Kickbox Cardio and weight training...
I just decided to add a kickboxing cardio class to my workouts on Monday. My weeks used to look like this:
Monday: 1 hour of cardio
Tuesday: Back and Shoulders + 30 minutes cardio
Wednesday: Arms and Chest + Step Aerobics class
Thursday: Abs and Legs + Hip Hop Dance Class or 45 minutes interval cardio work
Friday: 60 minutes cardio-30 minutes steady state, 30 minutes interval
Saturday: usually an off day, but sometimes 45 minutes of cardio
Sunday: usually an off day, but sometimes a step aerobics class depending on the rest of my week.
The problem is that the Kickboxing class is on Monday and usually my arms and legs are too sore on Tuesday or Wednesday to lift heavy   . Do you all think that the soreness will eventually go away enough to lift well once I get used to the kickboxing a little bit, or should I change my training schedule?
Re: Kickbox Cardio and weight training...
Hmmm...I'm no expert, but that sure seems like an awful lot of cardio, even without the kickboxing! I would ease off on the cardio, and have at least one full day of rest..as it is IMO you'll be headed towards overtraining which will send you flat up against a wall....just my opinion....see what some of the others have to say....Krypto'll know exactly what to tell ya!! [img]/forum/images/graemlins/wink.gif[/img]
It is better to have tried to failure than to never have tried at all....Go hard or go home!
Re: Kickbox Cardio and weight training...
I usually take 2 days off, so I'm actually only doing 5 days of cardio...Is that really too much? I only add the Saturday or the Sunday if I skipped a day in the middle of the week. One of my friends who is a trainer told me to do that much in order to keep up my endurance for dancing (that's what I used to do, but I got injured, gained 50 pounds and have got to lose it in order to get back into it and here I am), but if he's wrong PLEASE feel free to tell me so. Basically he said for weight loss for me to do 5x per week of cardio and 3-4x of lifting and then for maintenance to do 3-4x per week of cardio and stay the same with lifting. Is he steering me wrong????? I'm definitely not turning into a skinny girl (Thank goodness!), but I'm losing weight and gaining muscle. I know there are dangers in doing too much cardio, but how much is too much to stay losing 1-2 pounds per week?
Re: Kickbox Cardio and weight training...
I suppose it 's really a matter of what your training for, but since this a b.b'ing site, for this type of training you are doing way too much cardio. We'd have you doing the opposite...less cardio and more weight training...lifting heavy and ot failure...cardio maybe 3xweek, for no more than 30 mins, so as not to waste muscle....however if you are traing for dancing, then I don't really know what to advise except that you could read ALL of Krypto's post-its at the beginning of this forum....anbd then read Jacob's 12wk fat burning articles, workouts and diets and compare notes.....
I too had a trainer tell me that if I wanted to lose b.f that I should be doing a minimum of 40 mins cardio 5xwk.....which, is fine for obvious health reasons, however...not conducive to building muscle or allowing the body adequate rest to rebuild and replenish....so I cut back to 3-4xwk and just 30 mins....it's working well for me, that with a good diet as well....however like I said, maybe someone else will have more indepth ideas for ya...in the meantime...read up on all the of Krypto's stickies and use this site...it's full of valuable info!!
It is better to have tried to failure than to never have tried at all....Go hard or go home!
Re: Kickbox Cardio and weight training...
yeah i agree with libby. Which comes to mind, why do those professional ballet dancers look muscular. Averagely muscular but I assume they were training for dancing. I wonder how they do it, methods they use.
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Re: Kickbox Cardio and weight training...
If you're talking about the male ballet dancers...Well, most of them do some weight lifting and you'd be surprised how much muscle you can gain lifting those 90 pound girls up and down all day. Also a lot of them do Pilates and Yoga. Ballet in and of itself also requires a lot of strength. You'd be surprised if you never tried it before. Of course it's not the same type of strength that you get from lifting, but you do get pretty strong legs and abs especially.
Also I wanted to clarify a little something about myself. I don't do ballet, so please don't get me confused with the 90 lb girls who do. I'm a little defensive about this just because people assume dancer=skinny anorexic girl. I'm sorry if I come off rude about it. It's just one of those things. Believe me...at 5'2" 120-125 pounds (at my lightest weight about a year or so ago) I pack quite a bit of muscle. Right now what I'm aiming for is for is a look similar to the one that the fitness competitors have during the off season. Considering that I lifted really light before February, I'm lifting pretty heavy for me. I don't know how possible it is for me biologically, genetically or whatever for me to get to my goal (my whole family is obese except for me), but I've been working since January and I'm getting decent results, but I'm interested in seeing what would happen if I make some changes. So maybe I will try doing less cardio. What would be a good cardio routine that would keep up my endurance, but wouldn't be overkill?
Re: Kickbox Cardio and weight training...
Check out articles on HIIT training...can be incorporated with any type of cardio...whatever your pleasure is...
It is better to have tried to failure than to never have tried at all....Go hard or go home!
Re: Kickbox Cardio and weight training...
Ohh...a hip/hop dance class! I'll be right there (but waaaayyyy in the back trying not to look like a white girl with no rhythm). I've always wanted to do that!
But, yeah...I'm with the other girls...that's too much cardio. I don't think its necessary. I'm doing ONE day of cardio (a 20 minute run) every five days and I'm LOOSING weight (although my weight lifting routine is pretty long and tough). [img]/forum/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]
And ballet dancers usually have very low bodyfat, which is why they look so muscular, teletummy. I think in dancing you do a lot of "squats" and extended arm movements which all tend to build up that muscle. [img]/forum/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img] And dancing for 3-8 hours a day depending on your level doesn't hurt either. [img]/forum/images/graemlins/tongue.gif[/img]
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ESPN icon Stuart Scott passed away Sunday morning at just 49 years old after battling cancer. Famous athletes, musicians, and actors continue to grieve the loss of the lovable and incredibly empowering anchor.
ESPN icon Stuart Scott passed away Sunday morning at just 49 years old after battling cancer. Famous athletes, musicians, and actors continue to grieve the loss of the lovable and incredibly empowering anchor.
LeBron James pays tribute to Eric Garner, Donald Trump gives Tiger Woods a job, Facebook reveals its Top 10 movies and shows of 2014, and more in Last Lap.
Hollywood likes nothing more than a good 'ole cheating scandal and — wowza — there have been some doozies throughout the years. We can't help but feel a mix of emotions when we hear one of our favorite celebrity relationships is rocked by infidelity. We're heartbroken for the person whose significant other committed the ultimate betrayal, but satisfied that the cheater was caught red-handed. Justice!
VH1's I Love the 2000s premiered last night, making it perfectly acceptable to hum Brian McKnight or "I'm Blue" on your way to work this morning. Fourteen years can feel like a lifetime, so it's understandable if you have a selective memory when it comes to pop culture from the year 2000. Between drastic weight loss from a Subway sandwich-a-day diet to tension-filled quests to trade the right Pokémon cards, it was a weird time.
From the highway, to the court, and even the bathroom, public figures always manage to get themselves into trouble in one way or another. But we have a special place in our hearts for those celebs who took a very wrong turn in the bedroom. Cheating dudes run rampant in Hollywood…at least until they get caught. How can they repent and save their relationship AND reputation? By going to therapy for sex addiction, of course! Are they really addicts, or just incapable of keeping it in their pants? You be the judge.
Sarah Jessica Parker ups her shoe game, Breaking Bad's creator weeps over the series' impending end, and the battle for the weekend box office begins.
How much money did Farrah Abraham finally get for her sex tape with James Deen? Who "stole" Reece Witherspoon's brain? And why was Iron Man 3 the big winner at the box office this weekend–even though no one in the U.S. could see it?
What super personal information did Tiger Woods just post publicly on Facebook? And an exclusive first look at Ryan Gosling in The Place Beyond The Pines-plus more-in today's Last Lap.
We guess we just never imagined an Olympian would go into sex work. Doesn't every athlete get sponsored by Wheaties for the rest of their natural lives? We guess not, seeing as how ESPN reported today that three-time Olympic runner Suzy Favor Hamilton has admitted on Twitter that she's also been working as an escort. Even more intriguingly, Hamilton claims she was "drawn to escorting in large part because it provided many coping mechanisms for me when I was going through a very challenging time with my marriage and my life." Wow, the things we don't know about stuff. Of course, we can't pretend we don't know a lot about celebs and sex work. Don't worry, Suzy. You have plenty of interesting company when it comes to celeb escort scandals…
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Some fathers know best, and other fathers know hookers. Some fathers play golf, and others play the field. Some dads mow the lawn, and others mow down mailboxes with their Mercedes while drinking and driving. Some fathers make plans to take their wives out for dinner, while others make plans to "take their wives out." And then there are some dads who pretend they're not dads at all! Think we're kidding? We wish.
It's safe to say that not all fathers know best. Just look at Michael Lohan, Jon Gosselin, Mel Gibson, and other guys we wouldn't trust with a pair of scissors, not to mention a kid! So join us this Father's Day while we count down the 15 worst pops of all, ranked by the standard unit of bad dads: the Michael Lohan. If your face is in the gallery below, you're probably not getting a tie for Father's Day this year.
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15. Joe Simpson
14. Eddie Murphy
13. Bruce Jenner
12. Jude Law
11. Mel Gibson
10. Ryan O'Neal
9. Tiger Woods
8. Jon Gosselin
7. Arnold Schwarzenegger
6. Mathew Knowles
5. Charlie Sheen
4. Joe Jackson
3. Michael Lohan
2. O.J. Simpson
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April 14, 2006
RSU Prof to Hold April 26 Presentation on Effective Use of PowerPoint
A Rogers State University professor will provide an April 26 presentation about how PowerPoint presentation software users, specifically teachers and faculty members, can most effectively use that technology in the classroom.
Dr. Rich Ronan, RSU assistant professor in the Department of Applied Technology, will present "Saving You and Your Students from 'Death by PowerPoint'" at 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 26, in RSU's Stratton Taylor Library, Room 207. Admission is free and open to the public.
The presentation will draw upon the misuses of the PowerPoint presentation tool within the classroom. Ronan said he will use the "pitfalls and long history of failures" as a basis for examining and illustrating the role of presentation software, such as PowerPoint, should play. He also will present a multifunctional approach for improving presentations.
Ronan led a roundtable discussion on this topic earlier this month at the 111th Annual Meeting of the Higher Learning Commission-North Central Association of Colleges and Schools held in Chicago. He is currently working on developing a "users guide to PowerPoint in academia," which he said has been requested by representatives from 36 colleges and universities.
Ronan received his doctoral and his first master's degrees from the University of Hawaii and a bachelor's degree from Franklin College of Indiana. In December 2001, he received an MBA from Northeastern State University. His areas of academic specialty include computer science, environmental and inorganic chemistry, education and business. At this time he is most interested in the measurement of learning.


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Baseball Sweeps Saturday Doubleheader
RIVERSIDE, Calif. - Junior right-hander Sean Carley fired seven shutout innings Saturday to lead WVU to a 2-1 victory over UC Riverside at the Riverside Sports Complex.
Carley improved to 2-0 on the year after only allowing no runs on four hits, four walks and striking out three batters.
West Virginia (7-4) improved to 2-0 on the weekend and the day after defeating Sacramento State, 8-1, earlier in the afternoon.
UC Riverside starter Ben Doucette (0-2) was charged with the loss as he allowed one run on six hits with two walks and six strikeouts.
The Mountaineers collected their first run in the top of the third. Junior shortstop Taylor Munden hit a double down the left field line and then scored as junior second baseman Billy Fleming poked a two-out single into right field.
Freshman right fielder Shaun Wood added an insurance run in the top of the ninth following an RBI ground out by junior center fielder Bobby Boyd.
Junior left-handed reliever Ross Vance entered the game in the eighth, retiring one batter and walking one before giving way to junior right-hander Pascal Paul. Paul allowed a single to the first batter, but forced the next two into outs to get out of the jam.
Paul then closed out the game in the ninth inning to earn the save.
West Virginia closes out the weekend tomorrow against UC Riverside at 8 p.m. A link to live stats is available via WVUsports.com.
Men's Basketball: Bahamas Preview
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Letters to the editor
Most corrupt?
"The Obama government is the most corrupt in modern history."
Have you heard or read that recently? It's now the mantra of the right-wing-fringe element of the GOP. They seem to truly believe if they all say something, anything, often and loud enough it magically becomes truth, regardless of how outrageous, ridiculous and totally false it might be.
A simple knowledge of political history would reflect several presidential administrations that make the Obama government look like a Sunday school class in comparison. Remember the Teapot Dome Scandal? President Harding's Secretary of the Interior was found guilty of bribery and sentenced to one year in prison? Can you think of any members of President Obama's cabinet going to prison?
Then, of course, there's Ronald Reagan's presidency which holds the record for the most members indicted -- more than 20 members and associates of his administration including his press secretary, chief of staff, secretary of the interior, indicted on 41 felony counts, the national security advisor, found guilty of five criminal counts and the chief of the CIA's Division of Covert Operations, convicted of lying to two congressional committees. Now that's a corrupt government.
The facts I've noted would prove to any rational person that President Obama's government is not the most corrupt government in modern times. Not even close. Continuing to say it won't ever make it true; it just makes the person saying it sound uninformed.
Lee Nelson
Parents, get involved
I was shocked that so few Durham residents attended the JCPC meeting Saturday morning at the Holton Center.
There were a total of 21 citizens including one judge, two county commissioners and eight board members of JCPC. This is unacceptable especially when the news this week was criticism about the high rate of suspensions of our black children.
Where are the parents of our children when we need them to learn about the community resources for at-risk youth and the need to encourage program participation by youth, especially those involved in the court system?
Parents, wake up. We need you to get involved with the lives of your children -- at school, at home and after school.
Allan Lang
Keep panhandling restrictions
I was disappointed to see there is a move to reinstate the right of panhandlers to disrupt traffic by once again occupying the medians at our busiest intersections, while seeking donations for the purchase of drugs and alcohol.
They do not lack for food because there are a number of agencies that feed those in need in this community. I have on occasion volunteered at one myself until my congregation's group leader decided my religious fervor and refusal to self-flagellate was insufficient to be allowed to feed the hungry.
I was outraged at the suggestion that they be allowed to harass motorists who are stopped in traffic. Even their supporters admit that most of the people are mentally unstable at best, and do not fit into civil society. I am a 71-year-old cancer survivor. The idea that I can be legally threatened in my own vehicle by some sociopath seeking to take my hard-earned money is beyond rational belief. I will defend myself and my family to the best of my ability. I do not own a firearm but am tempted to purchase one if I am to be subjected to this menace.
There are many social programs in operation to help those who want to improve their lives. These people refuse to take advantage of these opportunities and would rather prey upon the public rather than submit to self-discipline.
I urge the City Council to maintain the present ordinance.
Philip Kraysler


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Career Honors
• IAAF World Junior Champion, 200 & 4x100 (2010)
• USTFCCCA First-Team All-American, 4x100 (2010, 2012)
• USTFCCCA Second-Team All-American, 60 (2011-12)
• USTFCCCA Second-Team All-American, Indoor 200 (2011)
• NCAA Qualifier, 60 & Indoor 200 (2011-12)
• NCAA Qualifier, 100, Outdoor 200, & 4x100 (2010)
• NCAA Provisional Qualifier, 60 & Indoor 200 (2010)
• ACC Champion, 60 (2011)
• ACC Champion, 100 (2011)
• ACC Champion, Outdoor 200 (2011)
• ACC Champion, Indoor 4x400 (2011-12)
• ACC Champion, 4x100 (2010-11)
• ACC Most Valuable Indoor Track Performer (2011)
• ACC Most Valuable Outdoor Track Performer (2011)
• ACC Outdoor Freshman-of-the-Year (2010)
• All-ACC, 100 (2010)
• All-ACC, Indoor 200 (2011-12)
• All-ACC, Outdoor 200 (2010)
• All-ACC, 60 (2010, 2012)
• USA Junior All-American, 100 & 200 (2010)
Clemson Highlights
• Ranks first in Clemson history in the 60, first in the 100, third in the indoor 200, & sixth in the outdoor 200.
2011-12 Outdoor Highlights
• Earned first-team All-America status with the 4x100 relay, which finished in third place at the NCAA Championships
• Ran lead leg for the Tigers in both the semifinals and final at the national meet in Des Moines, helping the group to school record 43.43 in the semis
• Returned late in the outdoor season after a hamstring injury sidelined her for two months following the NCAA Indoor Championships
• Qualified and competed in the 100 dash at the NCAA East Prelims, but did not advance to the quarterfinals
2011-12 Indoor Highlights
• Qualified for NCAA Championships in both the 60 and 200, but only completed the preliminary round of the 60 due to a hamstring injury
• Earned All-ACC status in the 60 and 200 for the second straight season, posting times of 7.31 (60) and 23.66 (200) at the league meet in Boston, MA
• Matched personal best and school record 7.22 in the championship 60 dash final at the New Balance Invitational, winning the gold medal and leading Clemson to the team title at the prestigious meet in New York City
• Ran third leg for the Tigers' ACC Championship 4x400 relay; team clocked a time of 3:37.81 at the Reggie Lewis Center
2010-11 Outdoor Highlights
• Qualified for NCAA East Preliminary Round in 100 and 200, as well as both relays, but season was cut short due to a hamstring injury
• Earned ACC's Most Valuable Track Performer honors after winning both the 100 and 200, and helping 4x100 relay to victory at the league meet in April
• Improved upon school record in 100 dash as a sophomore, her best time was 11.23 at the Texas Relays
• Won 200-meter dash at the ACC meet with season-best 23.09, No. 4 time in Clemson outdoor history
• Ran second leg for ACC championship 4x1 relay, where team turned in a time of 44.27
• Helped 4x400 relay to a second-place finish at the conference meet in Durham
2010-11 Indoor Highlights
• Automatic qualifier in the 60 dash at the NCAA Championships, she broke the Clemson record in the event with a 7.22 at the Hokie Invitational
• Ran 7.28 in the ACC championship final to claim her first individual crown in the 60
• ACC runner-up in the 200 dash with an indoor personal best 23.29; her time is second-best in Clemson history
• Ran second leg for the ACC champion 4x400 relay, her first conference crown in that event
• The relay posted a season-best time of 3:37.26 to run away with the ACC title
• Named ACC's Most Valuable Track Athlete at the conclusion of the championship meet after earning the most points
• Defeated former NCAA champion LaKya Brookins of South Carolina in head-to-head 60 final in Blacksburg when she ran 7.22
2009-10 Outdoor Highlights
• Qualified for NCAA Outdoor Championships in three events, the 100m dash, 200m dash and 4x100m relay
• Ran second leg for the Tigers' All-America 4x100m relay team, which placed fourth with a time of 44.12 in the finals
• Placed 12th in the 100m dash (11.47) and 16th in the 200 (23.85) semifinals
• Ran second leg for the Tigers' ACC championship 4x100m relay
• Also ran second leg for Clemson's 4x1 at the East Prelims, where the group posted season-best time of 43.70 (No. 2 in Clemson history)
• Earned runner-up finishes at ACC Championships in both short sprints, which included school-record time of 11.25 in 100m dash
• Finished in top 12 of both 100m dash and 200m dash in Greensboro at the East Prelims, she was one of the top freshman sprinters at the meet
• Freshman school record-holder in both 100m dash and 200m dash
• Named ACC Outdoor Freshman-of-the-Year for her efforts, just the second Clemson female in history to earn the accolade
• USA Junior All-American in both short sprints, she qualified for the IAAF World Junior Championships via a runner-up finish in the 200m dash
• Claimed IAAF World Junior crowns in both 200m dash (22.99) and 4x100m relay; she was only the second athlete in Clemson history to win an individual event at the World Junior Championships
2009-10 Indoor Highlights
• NCAA provisional qualifier in 60m dash and 200m dash
• Produced personal best of 7.40 in 60m dash at the Clemson Games, a time that ranks in a tie for third in the Tiger record books
• Earned All-ACC honor with third-place finish in 60m dash (7.44)
• Posted strong provisional NCAA time of 23.89 in 200m dash at Tyson Invitational
Forestview High School Highlights
• Indoor All-American via third-place finish in 60m dash at the NSIC meet
• Earned outdoor All-America status after third-place showing in 100m dash at the Nike meet
• AAA state champion in the 100m and 200m dash events as a senior, she also won the 100m dash in 2007 as a sophomore
• West Region champion in the 100 and 200 as a senior
• Two-time indoor state champion
• USA Youth outdoor champion in the 100m dash in 2007
• Coached by Valentino Sykes
• Born 1/6/91
• Daughter of Betty Kendrick
• Majoring in sociology
Best Collegiate Marks
• 60 – 7.22
• 100 – 11.23
• 200 – 23.09
• 300 - 38.33
• 400 – 55.49


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Television Tower,
Ashgabat - 2011
The Television Tower was constructed by the foothills of the Kopet Mountains near Ashgabat, 1,020 meters above sea level, and was inaugurated in 2011 during celebrations to mark the 20th year of Turkmenistan's independence.
Designed to stand at a height of 211 meters in order to commemorate this date, the glorious structure can be seen from all over the capital and, thanks to its star with a surface area of 3,240 m², has been given a place in the Guinness Book of Records as the biggest architectural structure in the world in this form.
The large body of the Television Tower with an enclosed construction site of 61,000 m² and a landscaped area of 50,000 m² is a symbol of the steadfast traditions of the Turkmen state. The tower has an observation deck at a height of 150 meters and a rotating restaurant at 142 meters. The building also houses 13 television studios of varying sizes, 13 rooms for video mixing, audio and video editing rooms, an archive, scenery workshops and storage facilities, a 250-capacity conference hall and an indoor parking lot. The television tower is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and currently hosts six television and five radio channels.
The Television Tower project was named the best project in the "Public Architecture" category of the 2012 European Property Awards, along with the Wedding Palace.