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Now that we have a few tips and photos under our belt, it's time to start stitching. Grab your fabric, floss and needle, and let's go!
- Make sure your fabric is taut in your hoop or Q-snap. If you prefer to work in-hand, that's fine too.
- For a cross stitch, bring your threaded needle up at the bottom left corner of where the stitch should be located, securing your thread in place using an away waste knot or threading it under a few existing stitches. Pull your floss length up through fabric firmly, but do not put undue strain on the floss or linen. Sink the needle in at the upper right corner of where the stitch should be located and pull the thread to the back firmly. This leg of the stitch should rest comfortably on the fabric; check your thread strands too. If you are using two strands of floss, make sure that both strands are side by side on the fabric.
- Bring the needle back up at the bottom right corner of the stitch location and pull through. Sink the needle down at the top left corner, again, pulling firmly but not putting unnecessary strain on the fabric or thread. Check the thread strands again and make sure that they are side by side and lying atop the first leg of the stitch. Repeat for all remaining stitches, making sure not to carry your thread more than the width of a stitch or two.
- For backstitches, bring your threaded needle up at the end of where your first stitch will be placed, securing your thread in place under a few existing stitches. Pull your floss through fabric firmly, taking care not to split an existing cross stitch or pull thread tails or fuzz to the front of the project. Sink your needle in at the beginning of where the first stitch should be and pull the thread to the back firmly. This stitch should rest comfortably between (or on top of, if working over cross stitches) existing cross stitches on the fabric; check your thread strands too. If you are using two strands of floss, make sure that both strands are side by side on the fabric.
Note: Some schools of cross stitch advocate making all of your first-leg stitches initially and then crossing all of them in a separate pass. Both are technically correct and will yield the same end results on most projects. However, if you are working with over-dyed threads, make sure you complete each stitch with both legs before moving on to make the best use of the subtle variegations.
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TT with HD: Alan Henes
[Ed. note: Before reading, it's worth having a look at the roadside sign that
earned Alan an explicit invitation to ride. As always, the totter is implicitly available to all potential riders.]
AH: Now, let's see, we're about the same weight? No, I'm heavier than you are.
HD: Well, we can sort of negotiate that once we get tottering ... [Ed. note: picture taking] Alright, I want to get right down to business: this sign that you made and put outside in front of your house. What I concluded from the sign is that you're moving to Clinton? Is that right?
AH: It's a threat, but a possibility. I actually contacted a Realtor.
HD: There's a real estate sign out in front of your house now, isn't there?
AH: There's a house that's been for sale for about a year. It's a couple of houses over.
HD: Oh, okay, that may be what I saw recently. But your sign, you've taken down now, though, the hand-painted one?
AH: I had to because I'm building a stoop for my niece in her garage and I needed the wood [laugh].
HD: So you're not retreating from your political stance?
AH: No, actually, I'm coming up with another one.
HD: Oh really! And have you figured out the text to that or is it still at the conceptual stage?
AH: Yeah, I have. It's going to be a lot simpler. It's going to be: No more subs! So no more subdivisions. And that is the reason behind the first one. The reason behind the first sign, what happens is, when they build a sub, it taxes the water and sewer system. When that happens, they have to make capital improvements and there's not enough tax money for the new residents to pay and so the old residents get water rate increases.
HD: So this is for the township of Dexter?
AH: Yeah, it's a very low level government, Dexter Village, that's pointed by the sign. It's also pointed at the builders themselves, because they're building these houses on small lots, and they're also building houses that are way too big for what people need. It's a total waste of energy, it's a waste of time and money. And they're taxing our resources. I've seen houses that are 4 or 5 thousand square feet, and there's two people living there. And I think it's wasteful. Not only is it wasteful, you know, I mean ...
HD: ... it stresses the infrastructure.
AH: Sure. I mean a person born in China is going to use a minimum amount of resources. Today it's changing, but every Chinese person, if you average it out, probably uses a cup of gasoline a month. Then you figure out what we're using, and you figure out how big the houses we're building are, and you figure out how we're watering our lawns and flushing our toilets all the time and throwing stuff out that shouldn't be thrown out.
HD: So if Dexter, if it's to add population, which I think maybe you'd even agree would be a good thing for Dexter to grow, where would you put these people? Or is your position that Dexter should stay the same size and you're really against it growing at all, it's not so much the way that it's growing?
AH: I can't really blame the farmers, because they don't make money. And if I was a farmer and I had a hundred acres and Joe Developer came up and said, I'll give you 3 million bucks for it, I would do it in a minute. Because what you get for crops, corn and all that, they don't make the real money, it's all the middle men. And it takes a long time to get to your grocery store. I can go and buy a dozen eggs for a quarter, brown ones, you know?
HD: Do you buy your eggs from one of the local farmers?
AH: I try to spend my money on a lot of local people. I even buy at garage sales, I hardly ever go to retail stores and stuff like that. [laugh]
HD: So are you not happy to see the new Busch's grocery store going in right down the road from you?
AH: Oh, they need to tear that thing down immediately! And that goes for the Country Market, too. But I was trying to answer your question. Yes, people want to live in Dexter. It's a nice place, just like this area is.
HD: So where would you put additional people?
AH: Well, One, if they're building homes, they have to have more land. The way they're building these houses is too close. I mean it's like if you've got a bus with a thousand people on it, or you got a bus with a hundred people on it. It has to do with population density. We have to reduce that. Some places, the zoning ordinance says you're going to have to start building on bigger lots. Which is good, because that way the population density doesn't get real tight.
HD: So you're interested in seeing more of a spread-out arrangement?
AH: Yeah, but with smaller homes. I think there should be a tax on these energy-guzzling homes that they're building, that there's no reason for. You know, when I see a house on a big lot and a five-acre lawn to mow, and all this ornate stuff, basically it's a person with a good income saying, See what I got? Look at this! When I look at it I say, Boy, are you wasteful! You're mowing five acres of lawn that you're not going to use. You only have one kid, you have a 4000-square foot home, you've got two air-conditioning units, you've got two furnaces, you've got all this stuff and you don't need it.
HD: So how much lawn do you have that you've got to mow?
AH: My lawn's a little bit bigger than yours, but not much. My house is 1000 square feet. I think it's a little small, but I'm just one individual, so when I have a little card party or something we're a little cramped in the winter, but ...
HD: ... it makes it just a little bit cozier.
AH: I think people can have bigger homes, if you have a family of four, say 1500 square feet or something like that. But to build some of these monstrosities! I mean to me, when I go in there it's beautiful, and the landscaping is beautiful, but what I'm saying is--and it's harsh--but I call it pigs-at-the-trough. They're going to consume as much as they can. They're going to consume as much energy as they can. These people drive Expeditions and get 10 miles to the gallon. People don't realize that this is not an infinite amount. When we came here, there were a lot of forests. In your mind, it's like, This will never end, it'll take us 300 years to cut down all these trees! And we're still in that mindset. And I'm guilty of it too.
HD: I was going to say, Yeah, um, Alan, you drive pretty big truck!
AH: My truck is going.
HD: Is it? You're getting rid of it?
AH: Yep.
HD: Do you have your eye on a specific vehicle that you're going to replace it with?
AH: Basically the one that meets my needs, gets at least 30 miles to the gallon, that is cheap [laugh]. That was one of those deals where I said, I always wanted a new truck and I wanted all the bells and whistles, because I always drove Fords with a five speed. I'd only had one new car in my life and that's the second one. So like said, I'm a pig-at-the-trough, too. I got caught with my pants down. When I bought that thing, my travel distance was one mile. Because I worked [in Dexter] I wouldn't fill up for two weeks, so I didn't feel real guilty about the gas consumption. And the price of gas was low. Well, I basically I got pushed out the door over there, and so now I have to commute to [Ann Arbor]. You multiply it by triple the price of gas as compared to when I bought that pickup. So that pickup's going. I actually used it, it served my needs: I go camping, I like to buy furniture and re-finish it, and I like to garden, so I get dirt and all that. So it really does serve my needs. But on the other hand, I was thinking of just buying something small and getting a trailer and pulling that. So I'm opening my eyes, too, you know? And like I said, I'm just as guilty in some ways.
HD: So is there a specific vehicle where you've thought you'd like to get that particular one?
AH: I've only slightly looked and I'm keeping my eyes open. But I was thinking about getting one of those--I don't even know the name of them--like a Chevrolet, they are the rounded-looking ones, you know. The HHR's or whatever.
HD: Like a PT Cruiser?
AH: It looks like a PT Cruiser, but it's a Chevrolet.
HD: Okay. There's a lot of vehicles now that look a little bit like the PT Cruiser. That was a really cool design, and I think people said, Yeah, we'll just copy that.
AH: What I like about them--I don't have a bad back, but I'm arthritic and I can't bend, so like a Honda Civic, for me, getting in and out of it was hard--well, this thing, when I got in it, you step right out. There's no climbing up, and that's really important to me.
HD: For being arthritic, you certainly have a very smooth teeter tottering style, I have to say.
AH: [laugh] Actually, I have a degree in teeter tottering. That's my only formal education!
HD: [laugh] So did you grow up and go to high school in Dexter? Your sign said 47-year Dexter resident.
AH: Yes, I did
HD: So they were what is it, the Dreadnaughts?
AH: Yeah, they still are the Dreadnaughts. How long have you lived here?
HD: I've lived in Ann Arbor around 10 years.
AH: Well, let's face it, one of the points of my statement was I've lived here all my life. Obviously, I've seen changes. Some good, some bad. It certainly isn't the sleepy little town it was before. And I'd rather go in Joe Schmoe's grocery store rather than a Target or Kroger's or Meijer's or all these other ones. Just an opinion. I'd rather talk to a cashier that's sometimes got time to chit-chat. So I've seen a lot of changes. It was a one-track town. On Sunday, driving through Dexter, you could shoot a cannon down Main Street. There was nothing open except for a grocery store and maybe a breakfast place, and that was it.
HD: So are there local hangouts right there in Dexter that you frequent?
AH: Sure.
HD: So there's this Lighthouse Cafe, do you ever go in there?
AH: Yeah, I go there still.
HD: Are you a 'regular' there?
AH: Nah, I'm not a regular. I'm trying to lose weight and I can't eat a lot of that stuff, but I like that place. Have you been in it?
HD: I think I've been in it once. And there's a group bicycle ride that leaves from Great Lakes Cycling here in Ann Arbor ...
AH: ... that's where I bought my bike ...
HD: ... on Sunday mornings and they ...
AH:... make a donut run?
HD: Yeah, they've been riding out to the Lighthouse Cafe and have breakfast, that's the ride. I haven't been on that ride. But might join them some Sunday soon. I do ride past the Lighthouse on my regular ride. So you drive a delivery truck?
AH: A delivery van, yes.
HD: Okay, and your delivery area includes Ann Arbor, but how far out does it go?
AH: I don't have a lot of Detroit metro deliveries, but let's see: as far east as Woodhaven, as far north, northwest actually, as Lansing or Dewitt, as far west as Battle creek, as far south as Carleton, pretty close to the border. That's my route. One reason I put Clinton on the sign is every time I drive to Clinton, I go, This makes sense! I go, Yeah, there's a few subs there, but there's Joe's Tavern, and there's a hobby store. And, you know, they have a Busch's, but it's not overdone.
HD: Actually that's the original Busch's, if I'm not mistaken. That's where they first started, over in Clinton, I think.
AH: I just like the old town atmosphere. And I go, This makes sense! Because I don't have kids, and I don't need to pay for Dexter Schools. That house has been paid for since 1993.
HD: Congratulations!
AH: [laugh] But what's ironic about it--obviously, I've lost my job and now I'm this delivery driver for the last 7, 8 months--I'm beginning to feel like I'm being taxed and forced out, because of these 'things' that everybody wants. The only thing I ever voted for was a library, because the library in Dexter was hokey. And I've always believed in educating yourself and especially self-education, when you can't afford a real education.
HD: Do you follow politics at the county level at all? Like, do you communicate with your County Commissioner, who's Mark Ouimet, I think, who represents the Dexter, Chelsea area?
AH: You know, I really don't. I'm trying to get just more of on a personal level, because of the village. And I don't know what they're doing. Sometimes I swear, like the village manager and some others, are in cahoots with these guys. The big thing now is, Let's turn Dexter into a city!
HD: When you say 'in cahoots with these guys' you mean with the developers?
AH: Yeah. And I know, obviously, growth is going to happen. And they have a right to live there, just as much as I do. But I think they should limit the size of the homes. I think because of the price of energy, that's going to happen naturally.
HD: So market forces, maybe, will ...
AH: ... yeah, could you imagine if it cost you 700-800 dollars a month to heat your house down the road?
HD: I think I'd put on another sweater.
AH: Pretty soon people are going to start thinking, Why did I buy this, there's rooms here I never go in! But a lot of times I think these guys work together. There was something about that Baker Road development with the village manager. He was for it and I don't know what the angles were that he had with this development company that was out there. But now that one is dead in the water. There was something last week in the Dexter Leader about it. He just kind of denied and said it was dead in the water. The other level I work with is, what is it called, the Scio Land Preservation thing?
HD: Hmm, I'm not sure what you're referring to.
AH: They tried to put in the Sam's Club or Costco right down the road there? So they put signs up: No big box stores along this strip or anywhere else! Like, do you want Dexter to have a Costco right at the end of these grocery stores? And squeeze Hackney Hardware out and all these other guys?
HD: So you supported that? The initiative to keep Costco out?
AH: Yeah, it was called something like the Scio Land Preservation. You notice there's no McDonald's in Dexter, and I'm very proud of that.
HD: Actually, I hadn't noticed that, but now that you mention it ...
AH: I mean, McDonald's is great, and if you want to eat there, go ahead. But for me, for One, it takes away the small town character and Two, it generates a lot of garbage. Because people, generally youngsters, who frequent those places, discard these things anywhere you go. There's no Burger King out in the middle of the woods, but I'm finding, somebody took a Big Gulp or something way out here ...
HD: ... I think Big Gulp might be 7-11.
AH: [laugh] Ah, you're nitpicking me! When I see the fries and the other spent things all over, I know that other people have done the same, you know? Stop to enjoy nature and then discard! I mean, if you go over to the one on Zeeb Road and you walk around there outside the perimeter, you'll see all that stuff there.
HD: So you're working on another sign for the front of your house. I took a picture of the original sign, do you mind if I publish that on the web?
AH: Absolutely not. I've got nothing to hide.
HD: I'm looking forward to riding past, I mean because your house is on one of my regular bicycling routes, so I'm looking forward to seeing the next sign that shows up!
AH: [laugh] You know what, I was in Dexter Pub, which is kind of a yuppie deal, but there's still a few locals. And my friend likes pizza, and we wanted to go in and have pizza, and I wanted to go in and have a couple of Summer Ales, which were on special ...
HD: Summer Ales?
AH: Sam Adams.
HD: So you're not partial to Michigan Beer?
AH: I love Michigan beer. I've my tickets, three tickets in my back pocket right now, for the beer tasting thing at Ypsi. I went to Arbor Brewing and picked up three tickets for taste testing. Yeah, I'm a big fan. I saw you had Third Coast, which is delicious. It's even better off draft.
HD: So I'm preaching to the choir, I don't need to sell you on that concept, okay. I'm sorry, I interrupted you, you were talking about your friend who likes pizza ... ?
AH: So I went in there and ran into this guy who's lived there his whole life, he says, You know what, lot of people have seen that sign, and they're starting to talk! And I said, Well, that's exactly what I put it up there for! A lot of people sit on their hands, and I could complain to you about it, or my neighbor, I could say, Boy, look at this water bill! or Jeez, the taxes are going up! A lot of people sit on their hands and complain to each other. I've written articles for the Dexter Leader and never been published. So, I'm like, I'm publishing my own article! You know, how many people drive by here? And it's a lot of those people that I'm pointing to, who are the ones that are doing that. I also want to give it a negative atmosphere, where everybody starts thinking. There's still a lot of old Dexter boys, even though they're spread out few and far between, because the population has risen so much. Before, you knew everybody. Everybody. You could ask anybody, How is Uncle Joe doing? And they'd say, Well, his arthritis is acting up. But it made me happy that it got that kind of response. I've also had beeping horns and people like that. I've had people come up to me and ask me, Are you the one who put that sign up there? And [this friend of mine] says to me, You should run for Village Manager! And I say, Oh yeah, I'm just inches away from being on David Letterman! And he laughed about that. Anyway, it's probably going to be a satire, I came up with this thing called the DRAAY Coalition, Dexter Residents Against the Advancement of Yuppidom.
HD: Okay, sounds cool.
AH: To me, I'm not sure about the definition of a yuppie, but I think it's people who build big houses and waste a lot of energy!
HD: So you say that there's still a few old Dexter boys around. You consider yourself to be an 'old Dexter boy'? You'd accept that label?
AH: Yes. We all call ourselves Dexter boys. We'll go into Katie's--it's an old bowling alley on Baker road--at like four or five, I'll say, Hey, I'm going to go sit with the Dexter boys! So I go in there, and I like to have a beer with people I went to school with and the farmers who work over there. So we're called just Dexter boys. That's how you're introduced: This is Al, he's a Dexter boy. That means you've been there since the infancy of the town.
HD: Well, listen, thank you so much
AH: Had enough of me?
HD: Well, no not that, but thanks for coming over to ride my teeter totter.
AH: I loved it! It's a great lawn. You're not going to do that trick where you jump up and I land down on the ground are you?
HD: No! My intent is to provide enjoyment.
AH: Well that's great. It seems like you're a mighty fine person.
HD: Well, thank you. I'm not sure everybody who knows me would agree with that!


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Wow, the two most ignorant people have to give their negative comments again. Pathetic. If "McRigid" is so dumb for liking Nic, then how come all the other NBA teams seem to want Batum in a trade??? huh? Huh??? duh
Yeah, I'll take one here, Stip. To wipe off your snotty comments.
Yeah sure. Money keeps the Ducks from getting injured too??!
Please don't trade my man Batum!!! That would be STUPID!! He has WAY too much potential. It would be a repeat of when we traded away Jermaine Oneal!
agree, pdxpar. Glad he had a good game, but I'm not convinced yet. Just a month ago everyone was saying how great Armon was going to be...now the attention is on Mills since he had a couple of "decent" games.
"What??? A technical for taking the scrunchie out of my hair?!!"
"We are just not on the same page," Roy said. "I can't ... figure out how to get everybody on the same page. Seems like Coach is having the same frustrations. We're going to need guys to be men and be professionals and step it up."
Number one problem right here....Roy is the problem, and he thinks it's everyone else!!!! No Roy, YOU got it wrong! It's time for YOU to be a man and step it up. YOU are one of the main reasons the Blazers lost. Stop blaming please!!! And if your knees are bothering you...if thats' why you can't hang on to the ball on your drives int he 4th quarter, then for Pete's sake, please pass it and stop hogging it!!!! You used to be my favorite player, but wow, I don't think I can say that anymore! Look in the mirror dude!!!!!
That was the other thing I was thinking....Andre had just made like 6 free throws in a row and was the only reason the Blazers were staying in the game....then he took him out and had Matthews, Roy and Batum in. I just don't understand. By the time Andre went back in, the Blazers had lost the momentum again!
I was at the game tonight. Wow. I was disappointed. Everybody looked slow, and there was not alot of movement. Roy scored 18 but he really blew the game for the Blazers. There was a strecth in the 4th quarter where Roy missed a couple key shots, had a costly turnover, and a costly foul. It looked like they wanted Roy to be the hero again, but he just didn't have it in him.
On the positive side, it was so good to see Pryz back in and I was cheering loudly for him!!
Kendrick, you're not a Blazer fan anyways so what does all this matter to you?
Talk about WAY overblowing things...I don't recall ANYONE claiming this team had 5 all-stars on the roster......so I guess YOU'RE the one who is DELUSIONAL (the only big word in your vocabulary, congratulations!)
And the other thing is: too many soft players on the team...minus Camby, Pryz, and Matthews. Everyone else is soft.
really? and you were probably one of those guys on here a few months ago declaring how Armon Johnson was the steal of the draft, right? let's not be too hard on a rookie.
Bottom line is the players have given up. They are emotionally exhausted from all the bad luck -- the injuries, especially to BRoy, the news of Oden not returning (maybe for good), Pendergraph out, etc. On top of that, there was excitement with Pryzbilla coming back, but that was thwarted with the stomach flu. Now that things aren't going good, I'm sure they're thinking more of how they miss Kevin P., and Maurice Lucas; even Bayless. It's just a bunch of stuff all piling up. And it seems like the players are finally saying, "you know, this is too much, I don't think we can keep up like this".
I think the players are looking back, and seeing all the progress they have made the last few seasons go down the drain. Sure, they know they can win a few games here and there, but I think they know that with this current roster, they won't make it out of the first round again, and that's reason enough to take the wind out of your sails. All the seasons of hard work and injuries, and no apparent progress is being made. It's seems silly now that not to long ago we were dreaming of championships!
All you people who say "it's just a slump" are obviously writing this before the Philadelphia embarrassment. It's not just that they are losing, it's HOW and to WHOM they are losing. Roy did nothing tonight. This is simply unacceptable. There NEEDS to be a major trade!!!!!
Next up is Boston....chalk that up as a loss. And Washington....SHOULD be a win, but then again, so should have the last 2 games.
Come on Mr. Cho, WHY again were you hired???? Now or never, buddy!!!!
Like I said on the other forum:
You know, with all this talk about Nate, it makes me wonder....I've never been one to put all the blame on Nate, I don't think he's that bad of a coach. But it does make me wonder if more of the problem is that Nate has lost his players' ears. I keep hearing Nate say that "we have to play with more energy, more scrappy, rebound better" etc. He even tells players to push the ball. But the players obviously aren't listening, cause they don't do any of the above. Maybe the team is simply just tired of listening to Nate. Miller and Nate didn't get along last year....maybe instead of a confrontation, the players are simply tuning him out!
You know, with all this talk about Nate, it makes me wonder....I've never been one to put all the blame on Nate, I don't think he's that bad of a coach. But it does make me wonder if more of the problem is that Nate has lost his players' ears. I keep hearing Nate say that "we have to play with more energy, more scrappy, rebound better" etc. He even tells players to push the ball. But the players obviously aren't listening, cause they don't do any of the above. Maybe the team is simply just tired of listening to Nate. Miller and Nate didn't get along last year....maybe instead of a confrontation, the players are simply tuning him out!
he's still back in Portland with the stomach flu
Seriously though, outside of Nate, what's the problem? I dont think Nate is the main problem, the main problem is that other than Matthews, we have no bench. LA does not play tough. Roy is a ball-hog. Miller can score but cannot defend. No center on the team can stay healthy.
On the fifth quarter show, they are saying it's not time to hit the panic button. Wrong. I think it is.
Have been planning on seeing the Blazers play in Washington DC, but hmm.....maybe I should sell my tickets instead! Unless they make some big trades by then!!!
What a disgusting loss to a worthless team!!!!! I don't know, I'm getting a really bad feeling about this team, I'm afraid the wheels are about to fall off the cart! And L. Aldridge is overrated. So is Roy for that matter. Used to love him, but sheesh, he's such a ball hog.
@chimorama.....huh!!! I guess you failed to noticed, or didn't know, the Beavers had a 20 point lead at halftime with USC's starting quarterback in the game!


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Blanche Belle Ward of Mountain City, Tenn., passed away peacefully on Monday, Oct. 29, 2012, at the Mountain City Care and Rehabilitation Center. She was 97.
She was a lifelong resident of Johnson County, the daughter of the late John and Mattie Courtner.
Blanche was a member of Liberty Christian Church and a former employee of Blue Ridge Shoe Company.
In addition to her parents, Blanche was preceded in death by her husband Wade Ward; three sisters; two brothers; and two nephews.
She is survived by her brother, James Courtner and wife Mary of Hudson; two daughters, Mary Miller of Mountain City, Tenn., and Carolyn Hemming of Jefferson; a son, Eddie Ward and wife Wanda of Jonesborough, Tenn.; 10 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; and several nieces and nephews.
A funeral service was conducted Friday, Nov. 2, 2012, from the Mountain City Funeral Home Chapel with Pastors Denton Hart and Steven Spencer officiating. The family received friends prior to the service.
Graveside service and interment followed in the Brown Cemetery (behind Pine Grove Baptist Church). Grandsons and family served as pallbearers.
The family would like to extend their gratitude and appreciation to the caregivers of Mountain City Care and Rehabilitation Center, Caris Hospice and Dr. James Shine and staff for the loving care provided to Blanche.
In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that memorials in Blanche's memory be made to the Johnson County Emergency Rescue Squad, 203 Vandilla St., Mountain City, TN 37683.
Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.mountaincityfh.com
The family of Blanche Belle Ward has entrusted her services to Mountain City Funeral Home, 224 South Church St., Mountain City, TN 37683.


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There are foods that you eat, possibly every day, that are so toxic that they are banned from being used in countries. The European Union, China and other superpowers have backed off from using some heavily processed foods and chemicals that have been proven to cause health issues when consumed. But not the United States. You have probably consumed at least one of these food items in the past day, if not more. Each and every one of them have been banned in other countries.
1.) The burgers you eat every day.
2.) Eat chicken nuggets? Or other fast food chicken?
3.) Pssst, there is poison in your chicken.
4.) Mmm, asthma pork chops.
5.) Energy drinks are worse than you thought.
6.) How does TAR make its way in?
7.) Chicken washed in chems... yum.
8.) The bread you're eating is awful.
9.) Bleached flour can't possibly be tasty.
10.) I think I would prefer the rotten meat.
11.) Mmm. Antibiotics.
12.) This is how mutants are created.
13.) They create tumors... but we totally eat them.
14.) It's what's in your baby formula.
15.) How to sterilize the masses.
(H/T Piximus) It's been proven that countless processed foods and additives are terrible for the population's health, yet the United States has yet to ban them. This is just another reason to start growing your own fruits and vegetables in your back yard... you won't get anal leakage. More people should know just what they are eating. Share this information with others by clicking on the button below.


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Southern ace tosses two-hitter, fans 14
Southern Vance followed a big 1-0 win against Bunn Monday with a 9-2 decision over Warren County Tuesday.
Southern's sophomore ace, Brittany West, struck out 27 batters combined in those contests and the Raiders are likely playing their best softball of the season as they battle for a state playoff spot.
"She's hitting her spots and she's battling," Southern head coach Leann Harrell said of West, who allowed two hits Tuesday.
Bunn was second in the 2-A Northern Carolina Conference behind South Granville entering play Tuesday.
Southern (7-8, 6-6) is vying with N.C. School of Science and Math for the league's fourth and final automatic postseason bid. The Raiders and Unicorns are scheduled to play on Friday in the regular season finale for both squads.
The Raiders got behind 1-0 on Tuesday before rallying for a seven-run third inning.
"We were hitting the ball pretty well the first couple of innings," said Harrell. "We just weren't finding the holes."
Megan Hight was 3-for-4 for Southern and Rashyda Burwell was 2-for-4. West, Kiyanna Kearney, Mikayla Sellers, Autumn Wortham, Ayeshia Teasley, and Kristen Dickerson each registered one hit.
"We're still making too many errors," said Harrell. "But we're working through it, coming together as a team."
Kearney, Hight, Burwell, Dickerson, and Sellers each were honored for Senior Night.
Kelsie Clary and Keara Avent recorded Warren County's hits.
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Bremen's atmospheric Christmas market is considered to be one of the most attractive in Germany. With the town hall and the Roland statue as its backdrop and over 170 festively decorated stalls, it is perfect for browsing. The historical setting, the romantic Christmas lights and the lovingly adorned booths create a special Christmas atmosphere that enchants more and more visitors every year. – Bremen also has another Christmas attraction: Schlachte magic on the popular river Weser embankment. Each day on the maritime promenade another little door is opened to reveal a special surprise – like a walk-through Advent calendar. There are many experiences to choose from: Christmas brunch on the Weser, a Christmas tree expedition, some seriously strong hot punch and a real Dutch Sinter Klaas on board a pirate ship. Through out the Bremen Christmas Market the path to traditional handicrafts and medieval-style taverns are marked with wood fires and torch lights. On the Weser waterfront, snow-covered chalet-style stalls offer a good selection tasty Bavarian delicacies and sizzling fish specialities. Here the aroma of steaming mulled wine, baked apples and cinnamon stars lies heavy in the air, while softly the most beautiful Christmas carols ring out in the background. An other great attraction for this festive season in 2008 is a fairytale world of ice and snow located on a purpose-built site just outside the Bremen Ethnological Museum. In a specially cooled hall, ice and snow are the materials of choice for models of the city's finest buildings and attractions. Nearly 50 artists from all over the world are lined up to recreate 30 scenes from Charles Dickens' Christmas Carol, using hundreds of tonnes of ice and snow. Some of the sculptures will be up to eight metres in height. By creating the pieces over a period of four to six weeks at a temperature of 30 degrees below zero, the ice takes on an attractive blue sheen. Top tip for visitors: the temperature in the hall is kept at minus eight degrees, so don't forget to wear thick shoes and warm clothes.
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August 19, 2013
Ronald Dale Cook
DURHAM — Mr. Ronald Dale Cook, age 66, died at his home on Monday, August 12, 2013, after a period of declining health. Mr. Cook was a native of Cabarrus County but had lived in Durham most of his life. He was the son of the late William Dorsey Cook and Margaret Inez Lowder Cook. Mr. Cook worked at A&P Grocery and Lowe's Foods for most of his life.
He is survived by three brothers, O'Neal Cook of Durham, Donnie Cook of Hillsborough and Scott Cook of Durham; two sisters, Glenda Cook and Debbie Cook both of Creedmoor; 11 nieces and nephews and one very special friend who was like a sister, Terry Kelly of Durham. He was predeceased by a sister, June Powell and a brother, Roger Cook.
The family was assisted by American Cremation Services and no service is planned at this time.
Roger O'Dell Dolinger
DURHAM - Roger O'Dell Dolinger, 66, of 6089 Zachary Lane, died on Saturday, August 17, 2013.
Mr. Dolinger was born in Smythe County, Virginia, to the late Glen O'Dell Dolinger and Aggie Belle Eller Dolinger. He served in the U. S. Air Force and was a Vietnam War veteran. He retired from Duke Regional Hospital in Telecommunications. He was preceded in death by his sister, Nola Ann Dolinger.
He is survived by two daughters, Christina Elaine MacCrae and Cheryl Lynn Dolinger; two sisters, Connie White, Alice Vaughan and two grandchildren.
Graveside services with military honors will be held on Wednesday at 2 p.m. in South Granville Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Hudson Funeral Home. Flowers are acceptable. Online condolences can be made to www.hudsonfuneralhome.com.
Olivia Roberts Harris
Rougemont — Olivia Roberts Harris 77 of 1526 Bacon Road, died Sunday, August 18, 2013 at her home. Born in Orange County daughter of the late Charlie Roberts & Ida Carden Roberts, in addition to her parents she was preceded in death by two brothers Parrish Roberts & Milton Roberts, one sister Lois Gregory. Mrs.
Harris retired from Ligget-Myers and a member of New Bethel United Methodist Church.
Surviving are her husband of over fifty-four years William "PeeWee" Harris of the home, four children Rafael Dawson & wife Susan of Virginia Beach, Va., Ricky Dawson of Rougemont, Darrell Harris of Rougemont, Dee Dee Woods & husband Brad of Rougemont, one brother Oliver Roberts of Hillsborough, one sister Jackie Barnes of Richmond, Va., seven grandchildren Derek Dawson, Chase Dawson, Kayla Harris, Brandy Dawson, Chandler Woods, Elliott Woods & Riley Woods.
Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM Tuesday, August 20, 2013 at New Bethel United Methodist Church by the Rev. Ryan Ford. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM Monday, August 19, 2013 at Brooks & White Funeral Home and other times at the home.
Pallbearers will be: Joe Harris, Charlie Collins, Tony Gentry, David Harris, David Woods, Derek Dawson, Tink Jeffries & Marion Miller.
Memorials may be made to: New Bethel United Methodist Church c/o of Alma Moore 8705 Bunny Road, Rougemont, NC 27572. Condolences may be sent to www.brooksandwhite.com
Margaret McCullers Hornbuckle
DURHAM — Margaret McCullers Hornbuckle, 91, died at home on Saturday, August 17, 2013. She was born on November 8, 1921 in Broadnax, Virginia to the late Noel Henry McCullers and Lois Gertrude Weathers McCullers. Margaret was a long time member of Union Grove United Methodist Church in Bahama, where she taught Sunday school and was active in many church circles. She was one of the original staff members of Mt. Sylvan United Methodist Preschool and daycare. She was a receptionist for many years at Reliance Insurance Company and Gray Bar Electric. Margaret was a very happy lady who enjoyed reading books, bird watching, and having a good conversation with family and friends. Beside her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Ernest Charles Hornbuckle Jr., two sisters, Virginia Straughan and Dorothy Ross, two brothers, Bill and Spoogie McCullers.
Surviving are: two sons, Paul E. Hornbuckle and wife, Ivey of Rougemont and Jerry Hornbuckle of Durham; a grandson, Paul E. Hornbuckle Jr. and wife, Amber of Mississippi; a great-grandson, Paul E. 'Tripp"Hornbuckle III; a sister, Clara M. Murray of Durham.
The family will receive friends 6:00-8:00 p.m. Tuesday at Hall-Wynne Funeral Service, 1113 West Main St. Durham, where a Memorial Service will be held at 2:00p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Union Grove United Methodst Church in Bahama or to the Oxford Orphanage in Oxford. Online condolence may be made at www.hallwynne.com


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A Bo Bunny Mothers Day Card IdeaThursday, May 9th, 2013
I made a page layout design last week and I couldn't resist making a Bo Bunny mothers day card idea this week. Bo Bunny has a beautiful paper kit called Love letters and I have used this collection pack a few times but I could not resist using it again because it has such beautiful paper and it can be used in so many ways. I started off cutting down some card stock paper to 8 1/2 x 5 1/2 and then using the Bo Bunny paper I cut a sheet down to fit on the front of my card and I used the Hero Hues chalk ink to ink around the edges of the cardstock and the Bo Bunny paper. I then used Spellbinders 5×7 Detailed Scallops Die with my Sizzix Big Shot Machine and then taped it all together with some Scor Tape and pop up stickers and finished it off with some Die Cut shapes from Kaiser Craft and bling from Want2Scrap, gotta have the bling! I love this card. I love the colors and how easy and fast it was to make, It can be a mother's day card or a Thank You card or just a pick me up card. No matter how you use it whomever you give it to will love it because you made it and it looks like you put a ton of effort into making it just for them!
CT743- KaiserCraft Die Cuts
2169- Want2Scrap Bling
13503503- Bo Bunny Love Letters
S6-004 Spellbinders 5×7 Detailed Scallops
657900- Sizzix Big Shot
As always, I have included a video tutorial showing how I created this card. I hope you enjoy!
Thanks and Happy Scrappin!!


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River Ridge GC FAQs
Q: How long are practices?
Each practice is 60 minutes long. Juniors are encouraged to arrive 5-10 minutes before class to warm up. Practice will start on time regardless of how many juniors have arrived.
Q: How old does a child have to be to enroll?
At River Ridge GC, junior ages 7-17 may enroll.
Q: How long do sessions run for?
Each session is 10 weeks long, with one practice occurring each week, at the same time. If you cannot attend a practice, please check in with the instructor to see if you can attend a different day that week.
Q: How much does it cost to enroll?
The rate for the year round program with Chad Wright is $70, with a rate of $35 for each additional family member.
**The cost for the club team is $50 and this program has two sessions per year. For more information about the club team, please contact email@example.com.
Q: What is included in the instruction fee?
The fee includes 10 practices as well as the following:
•New participants will receive a hat, t-shirt, wristband and ball marker.
•An SCGA membership with benefits that include the ability to establish a handicap index and a subscription to FORE magazine.
•Playing benefits at their instruction facility
•Opportunity to purchase the full Golf Pass at a discounted rate; this includes discounted access at more than 130 golf facilities, opportunities to play in tournaments, monthly clinics, and special invitations to attend educational and golf outings.
Q: Do you offer financial assistance?
Yes, all participants are eligible for financial assistance. For more information please contact email@example.com
Q: Does my junior need golf clubs to participate in class?
If your junior has golf clubs, please bring them to practice. Youth on Course will provide clubs for practice to any junior that needs them. Please notify the instructor ahead of time if possible so they can find clubs that will fit best.
Q: Is there a dress code for practices?
Yes, juniors will be provided a hat and shirt that they are required to wear to practice. Also, they will be getting a colored wristband and ball marker that represents current level. Just like other sports, juniors need to wear their uniform at each practice.
*Returning participants will not receive a new uniform. To purchase a new shirt, click here.
Q: Where is River Ridge Golf Course located?
River Ridge is located at 2401 W Vineyard Ave., Oxnard, CA 93036.


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For all you rugby league fans out there, it's time to celebrate the return of the Super League for another hard-hitting season.
Although technically it's not the first action of the season, with Huddersfield and Wigan already meeting last week, everyone else is kicking-off their campaign this week and looking to get early points on the board.
Here at Lovell Rugby we have been looking through the Super League record books to help preview the exciting season ahead. With eighteen years to look back over, get ready for some stats as big and impressive as the tackles and players themselves.
Having started back in 1996 to replace the RFL Championship, Super League brought with it a change in seasons as the competition moved from winter to summer. Originally comprising of twelve teams, for the first two years only a League Leaders title was contested for and this saw St Helens and Bradford share the honours. Come 1998, the league format changed and the championship became a play-off series to determine the overall Super League champions. Leeds currently lead the way with six titles across the years, dominating the league with five titles between 2007 – 2012.
For all the impressive trophies that St Helens have won, it could so easily have been even more as between 2007 and 2011 they lost a record five consecutive Grand Finals, four of which came against Leeds. Throughout the years, just under half the sides who topped the league come the end of the regular season have then gone on to be crowned Super League champions.
Turning the clocks right back to the start of rugby league and you will find that Leeds and Huddersfield are the oldest clubs still in existence, having originally formed 150 years ago back in 1864.
For all the big hits and hard tackling that the Super League is renowned for, it may come as something of a surprise that the 2004 season holds the record for the least red cards in total, a rather soft two. Not wanting to lose its tough image, Wigan can lay claim to the most Men of Steel titles awarded to their players, with Ellery Hanley the only player to win three awards in 1985, 1987 and 1989. Whilst on the subject of tackling, Danny Houghton (Hull FC) has the fearsome record of most tackles in one season, with 1179 in 2013.
Saving two of the biggest Super League facts for the buzzer and Bradford's Lesley Vainikolo holds the record for the most tries in one season with 36 back in 2004 whilst the all-time leading Super League try scorer record belongs to Leeds' Danny McGuire, with 207 to his name.
Lovell Rugby's Prediction
Opinions are clearly divided in the Lovell Rugby office, with some siding on Leeds and others opting for the reigning champions Wigan as well as Warrington and St Helens also thrown into the mix. This just goes to show how close the competition is as any one of several sides could realistically claim the title come Old Trafford on October 11th.
Players to Look Out For
Mose Masoe (St Helens) – nicknamed the 'Smiling Assassin', the 20st Samoa prop already proved a big hit during the Rugby League World Cup last year. Despite injury restricting his immediate impact, expect plenty of explosive action once the St Helens man gets going.
Matthew Russell (Warrington) – having gained valuable experience in Australia, Sam Tomkins former understudy returns to England. The 20 year old full-back impressed for Scotland during the World Cup and will be looking to strengthen a team who have finished runners-up for the last two years.
Matt Bowen (Wigan) – hoping to fill the void left by Tomkins departure, Wigan were quick to find a replacement in the form of Australia's Bowen. With a record tally of 130 tries from 270 appearances for former club the North Queensland Cowboys, there will certainly be plenty of attacking quality for the reigning champions.
Remember to stay with Lovell Rugby throughout the Super League action as we bring you the latest rugby shirts to show your support in. We will also be offering great prizes through our Facebook and Twitter pages, so be sure to visit them.


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STANDING in the deathly quiet of the Gwydir chapel, it's hard to believe 13th century monarch Llywelyn the Great was laid to rest in the carved stone sarcophagus tingling icily beneath my fingers.
Draped in his red and yellow quartered standard of lions rampant, this lower half of his coffin is all that is left. But it still resonates with a certain sensation of power.
The king's final resting place is a mystery, the monks who buried him having kept it a secret in case the invading forces of Edward I desecrated it.
He was buried in Aberconwy Abbey on his death in 1240, where Conwy parish church now stands, but moved upriver by boat to Maenan when Edward started fortifying the abbey site and building his castle there in 1284.
When Maenan Abbey was subsequently destroyed in 1536 with the dissolution of the monasteries, the coffin was moved here to Llanrwst.
The Gwydir chapel, an annexe of the magnificent 15th century St Grwst's Church, was built in renaissance style by Sir Richard Wynne in 1633 as his own intended mausoleum.
Although showing some signs of disrepair and dis-respect for the monarch, with plastic chairs and even a ladder stowed away in full public view, the chapel has many redeeming features.
Look for various ancient memorials, the elaborately carved wooden ceiling, and the stunning effigy of Hywel Coytmor, once the owner of the Gwydir estate, who died fighting for the Black Prince in Flanders in 1388.
It's a shame some government agency such as Cadw can't step in to help with the upkeep of such an important national monument: it is nonetheless still well worth a visit.
The church itself is also a striking edifice, built on the site of St Grwst's original 6th century cell, and features a magnificently carved oak rood screen that could well have come from Maenan Abbey on its dissolution.
Look out too for the spur of the 15th century bandit Dafydd ap Siencyn, and the memorial to William Salesbury, the first to translate the New Testament into Welsh and who published a noteworthy first Welsh-English dictionary in 1547.
Next to the churchyard in Church Street stands a row of 12 almshouses, again built by the Wynnes of Gwydir, which provided shelter for the needy for 360 years until as recently as 1976.
Lying empty and unloved for 25 years, the building was re-opened in 2002 as a fascinating museum delving into Llanrwst's multi-faceted history.
The museum traces the story of the bustling town's brewing, tanning, printing, clock making and harp producing industries down the centuries.
Here you'll also find two period rooms showing the almshouses as they would've looked in 1610, when they were built by Sir John Wynne, and in 1850.
While in clement weather you can enjoy a picnic in the almshouses' courtyard, near the Sensory Herb Gardens, nonetheless it's only a short stroll to The Eagles Hotel or the Contessa Cafe in town.
The Eagles Hotel across the lane serves meals noon-2pm daily, and again from 6-8.30pm Sunday-Thursday, and 6-9pm Friday and Saturday.
Meanwhile at the Contessa Café in Ancaster Square, you can check on your e-mail as you tuck into an all day breakfast for £6.50, or a steak and onion sandwich for £4.50.


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Dandy-Walker syndrome
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What is Dandy-Walker syndrome?
Dandy-Walker syndrome is a condition that affects brain development, primarily development of the part of the brain that coordinates movement (the cerebellum). In individuals with this condition, various parts of the cerebellum develop abnormally, resulting in malformations that can be observed with medical imaging. The central part of the cerebellum, known as the vermis, is absent or very small. Cysts form in the fourth ventricle, which is a fluid-filled cavity between the brainstem and the cerebellum, causing the ventricle to enlarge. The part of the skull that contains the cerebellum and the brainstem, called the posterior fossa, is abnormally large. These abnormalities often result in problems with movement, coordination, intellect, and other neurological functions.
In 80 to 90 percent of individuals with Dandy-Walker syndrome, signs and symptoms caused by abnormal brain development appear within the first year of life. Most children have a buildup of fluid in the brain (hydrocephalus) that causes increased head size (macrocephaly). Affected individuals typically have intellectual disability that ranges from mild to severe, although some have a normal intellect. Children with Dandy-Walker syndrome often have delayed development, particularly a delay in motor skills such as crawling, walking, and coordinating movements. People with Dandy-Walker syndrome frequently experience muscle stiffness and paralysis of the lower limbs (spastic paraplegia), and they may also have seizures. Hearing and vision problems are sometimes a feature of this condition.
Less commonly, other brain malformations have been reported in people with Dandy-Walker syndrome. These malformations include a failure of the brain to divide properly into the right and left hemispheres (holoprosencephaly), underdeveloped or absent tissue connecting the left and right halves of the brain (agenesis of the corpus callosum), a sac-like protrusion of the brain through an opening at the back of the skull (occipital encephalocele), abnormal slits or clefts in the brain (schizencephaly), or a type of birth defect that occurs when the protective covering around the brain or spinal cord fails to close during development (neural tube defect). These additional brain malformations are associated with more severe signs and symptoms.
Other signs and symptoms of Dandy-Walker syndrome can include heart defects, malformations of the urogenital tract, extra fingers or toes (polydactyly) or fused fingers or toes (syndactyly), or abnormal facial features.
In 10 to 20 percent of people with Dandy-Walker syndrome, signs and symptoms do not appear until late childhood or into adulthood. These individuals typically have a different range of signs and symptoms, including headaches, an unsteady walking gait, paralysis of facial muscles (facial palsy), increased muscle tone, muscle spasms, and mental and behavioral changes.
A milder form of Dandy-Walker syndrome, called Dandy-Walker variant, is associated with less severe brain abnormalities and, generally, less severe signs and symptoms. Rarely, people with brain malformations characteristic of Dandy-Walker syndrome have no symptoms.
Problems related to hydrocephalus or complications of treatment are the most common causes of death in people with Dandy-Walker syndrome.
How common is Dandy-Walker syndrome?
Dandy-Walker syndrome is estimated to affect 1 in 25,000 to 30,000 newborns.
What genes are related to Dandy-Walker syndrome?
Researchers have found mutations in a few genes that are thought to cause Dandy-Walker syndrome, but these mutations account for only a small number of cases. Dandy-Walker syndrome has also been associated with chromosomal abnormalities on most of the chromosomes. This condition can be a feature of some conditions in which there is an extra copy of one chromosome in each cell (trisomy). Dandy-Walker syndrome most often occurs in people with trisomy 18 (an extra copy of chromosome 18), but can also occur in people with trisomy 13, trisomy 21, or trisomy 9. Additionally, Dandy-Walker syndrome has been reported in fetuses or newborns with triploidy, a fatal condition in which individuals have a complete extra set of chromosomes in each cell. Dandy-Walker syndrome can also be a feature of genetic syndromes that are caused by mutations in specific genes. However, the brain malformations associated with Dandy-Walker syndrome often occur as an isolated feature (not associated with a genetic condition), and in these cases the cause is frequently unknown.
Research suggests that Dandy-Walker syndrome could be caused by environmental factors that affect early development before birth. For example, exposure of the fetus to infections, such as rubella or toxoplasmosis, or substances that cause birth defects (teratogens) may be involved in the development of this condition. In addition, a mother with diabetes is more likely than a healthy mother to have a child with Dandy-Walker syndrome.
See a list of genes associated with Dandy-Walker syndrome.
How do people inherit Dandy-Walker syndrome?
Most cases of Dandy-Walker syndrome are sporadic, which means they occur in people with no history of the disorder in their family. A small percentage of cases of Dandy-Walker syndrome have been reported to run in families; however, the condition does not have a clear pattern of inheritance. Multiple genetic and environmental factors likely play a part in determining the risk of developing this disorder. First-degree relatives (such as siblings and children) of people with Dandy-Walker syndrome have an increased risk of developing the condition compared with people in the general population.
When Dandy-Walker syndrome is a feature of a genetic condition, it is inherited in the pattern of that condition.
Where can I find information about diagnosis or management of Dandy-Walker syndrome?
These resources address the diagnosis or management of Dandy-Walker syndrome and may include treatment providers.
You might also find information on the diagnosis or management of Dandy-Walker syndrome in Educational resources and Patient support.
General information about the diagnosis and management of genetic conditions is available in the Handbook. Read more about genetic testing, particularly the difference between clinical tests and research tests.
To locate a healthcare provider, see How can I find a genetics professional in my area? in the Handbook.
Where can I find additional information about Dandy-Walker syndrome?
You may find the following resources about Dandy-Walker syndrome helpful. These materials are written for the general public.
You may also be interested in these resources, which are designed for healthcare professionals and researchers.
What other names do people use for Dandy-Walker syndrome?
For more information about naming genetic conditions, see the Genetics Home Reference Condition Naming Guidelines and How are genetic conditions and genes named? in the Handbook.
What if I still have specific questions about Dandy-Walker syndrome?
Where can I find general information about genetic conditions?
The Handbook provides basic information about genetics in clear language.
These links provide additional genetics resources that may be useful.
What glossary definitions help with understanding Dandy-Walker syndrome?
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Dempster, Mudge Clinch Doubles Title at USTA/ITA Carolina Regionals
The dynamic duo earns an automatic bid into the USTA/ITA National Indoor Championships
NC State Primed for USTA/ITA Carolina Regionals
The first and second rounds of singles will get underway Thursday in Cary, N.C.
NC State Primed to Begin Play at ITA All-American Championships
Competition to open Saturday with pre-qualifying singles
NC State Lands 230 on ACC Academic Honor Roll
ACC Players of the Year Andrew Colley and Nick Gwiazdowski are among the honorees
Weber Named 2014 ITA Scholar Athlete
Weber receives the second accolade of his career for the ITA All-Academic Team
2013-14 (Senior): Completed his senior campaign notching 19 wins in singles and 31 victories in doubles ... Finished his career fourth all-time in program history with 71 doubles victories ... Ranked 42nd with Robbie Mudge in the final ITA Doubles Rankings ... Completed the year ranked 59th with Nick Horton in the ITA Doubles Rankings ... With Horton, clinched the doubles point for the squad on four occasions, including in the squad's first-round win against Oregon in the NCAA Tournament ... Advanced to the doubles final of the ITA Carolina Regional with partner Robbie Mudge ... Also, advanced to the main draw at ITA All-Americans with Horton ... Captured a doubles title in the black draw of the UVa Ranked + 1 with Robbie Mudge.
2012-13 (Junior): Finished the season tied for the team lead in dual-match wins with 13 ... Also had the second-most wins on the season spanning from fall play with 20 ... Ended the season by winning six of his last eight singles matches, including a first round NCAA Tournament straight-set win against Auburn's Michael Wardell, 6-1, 6-4 ... Advanced to the NCAA Doubles Championship along with partner Dave Thomson ... He and Thomson led the team in doubles victories with 19 on the season, while playing all of their matches at the No. 1 spot in the doubles lineup ... Ranked as high as No. 10 in the ITA Doubles rankings during the season... Named to the All-ACC Academic Team
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A driver has been rescued after their car became trapped in flood waters at Much Hadham in Hertfordshire.
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Oct. 22, 2010
Former Cal State Northridge All-American Kevin McKniff signed a professional contract and is playing for VBK Worthersee Lowen in Klagenfurt, Austria.
McKniff is one of five American players on the team, Cole Reinholm (UC Irvine), Jake Rosener (UCSB), Matt Thobbe (UCSB) and Matt Addler (Loyola) are the others. The remainder of the squad consists of players from Austria and Bulgaria.
"It's a surreal experience, I love it," said McKniff. "It's really nice playing over here because Europeans really take volleyball seriously and are really passionate about the sport."
VBK Worthersee Lowen is a Division I team based in Klagenfurt, Austria. There are 11 teams in the league and VBK Worthersee Lowen also non-league matches against teams from Italy, Germany and Slovenia.
The professional volleyball season in Austria runs from October through as long as May, depending on how far a team lasts in the playoffs.


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There aren't many other details right now regarding the PS Vita port – we've no idea how "soon" the PS Vita version will launch, along with changes beyond the new character, "new special weapon and new chronomes."
Budapest, Hungary – June, 4 – Sine Mora may very well have redefined the shmup genre with loads of character and exquisite presentation, and now it's spreading its wings to PlayStation®Vita, so more players can experience the combined genius of Digital Reality and Grasshopper Manufacture's digital opus. Arriving soon, Sine Mora is set to blow minds yet again for an entirely new audience.
"When you've got a great game on your hands, there's nothing you want to do more than share it with everyone," said Balázs Horváth, director of publishing at Digital Reality. "We had a fantastic launch with Microsoft exclusively on Xbox LIVE Arcade, and we're really excited to continue that on the Vita."
Exclusive to this new version is a guest character from Japanese cult studio G.rev, responsible for many shoot'em up classics like Border Down, Strania or Under Defeat. Vita owners will be able to select a new hero, Wilhelmine Muller, coming directly from the fantastic world of Under Defeat. Of course, the presence of Wilhelmine also means a brand new special weapon and new chronomes, available only on Vita!
Co-developed by Grasshopper Manufacture and Digital Reality, Sine Mora is a dieselpunk shoot 'em up that provides a unique take on the genre, where time is the ultimate factor. Mixing classic shooter sensibilities with next-gen presentation, Sine Mora defines itself as a gorgeous shmup that appeals to both hardcore and casual gamers alike. Found on Xbox Live Arcade and coming soon to PlayStation®Vita, Sine Mora features over 60 combinations of planes, characters and time manipulation devices to complete every beautifully-crafted stage with scaling difficulty. All of this is set to an epic score of soaring heights composed by Akira Yamaoka (acclaimed for his works on Shadows of the Damned and the Silent Hill series) and with set pieces from boss battles designed by the legendary anime director Mahiro Maeda (Final Fantasy: Unlimited, The Animatrix segment "The Second Renaissance Parts I and II", and the animation sequence in Quentin Tarantino's Kill Bill Vol. 1).
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About Grasshopper Manufacture Inc.
Grasshopper Manufacture Inc. is an independent interactive entertainment studio based in Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo. Grasshopper Manufacture was founded in 1998 by CEO Goichi Suda (SUDA51), who is known around the world for his distinctive style and innovative work as a game designer and scenario writer. For more information on Grasshopper Manufacture, visit www.grasshopper.co.jp, or follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/Grasshopper_EN, or on the Facebook page at: http://www.facebook.com/grasshopper.manufacture.
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Quantum of Solace (2008) Firsts
- First sequel in Bond history.
- First time Bond does not sleep with the main Bond Girl.
- First time a Bond Girl does not respond to Bond's kiss.
- First time the gunbarrel sequence comes at the end of the film.
- First time the theme is sung by a duet (Jack White and Alicia Keys).
- First title sequence done by MK12.
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I haven't really talked it about it too much on this blog, but I have been doing flowers for weddings and events for several years. I named my little business Bella Botanicals, and I simply LOVE making people's lives brighter and happier with flowers. It's a wonderful experience to be able to have a small part in helping someone's big day be extra special! I took some time off from my business while the boys were a little younger, but I'm excited to have the time now to really invest in Bella Botanicals.
I learned everything I know from my wonderful mom, Andrea, (who did event planning and flowers on the side for a number of years) and we usually end up doing most weddings together, which is super fun!
Last month we had the honor of doing the wedding flowers and reception decor for a dear friend. Jessica is the definition of effervescent and "bubbly"…her joy is contagious, and we were thrilled to be included in her and Garrett's special day! She pulled inspiration from one of her favorite childhood movies, A Little Mermaid; lots of COLOR, reminiscent of the vibrancy of corals and seashells in the ocean. We used tulips, roses, stock, and calla lilies, to name a few. I absolutely love how it all came together!
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Some points to ponder at spring season's end
HUNTINGTON -- Saturday will end a Marshall University spring football season highlighted by the practice-to-practice ups and downs of two quarterbacks, the emergence of a talented freshman defensive backfield and injuries. Plenty of injuries.
But depleted roster and all, the Thundering Herd will still hold its annual Green-White Game at 4 p.m., Saturday, in Joan C. Edwards Stadium.
In the meantime, tune-up practices will be held Tuesday through Friday.
Here are some points to ponder as the Herd hits the home stretch in America's favorite April pastime:
n Will A.J. Graham create any form of major separation over Eddie Sullivan in the QB derby?
Media members and observers of spring ball to the point have all agreed, Graham has an edge. But how much?
The redshirt sophomore started spring with the first team and is still with that group. He hasn't done anything to lose that spot, but he hasn't done anything to really confirm it either. Some days, he absolutely looks the part -- a solid blend of size and speed that can confidently run a spread offense. But other days, he's been a tad erratic -- see the two picks he tossed last Friday.
That nagging injury to his right ankle is also a concern.
On the flip side, Graham's kept his edge because Sullivan has had more struggles. Those dreaded backward scrambles still occur and his timing hasn't been all there.
But it might be important to not look too much into the true sophomore's average performance. The receiver position has been hit by more injuries than any other unit on the team, really thinning out Sullivan's throwing options on the second-string offense.
n Can the progress of the Marshall offensive line continue?
Really, there has been improvement.
The unit with a question mark the size of former tackle Daniel Baldridge -- 6-foot-9, 311 pounds -- going into spring is inching closer to finding answers.
With the senior tandem of Ryan Tillman (left tackle) and C.J. Wood (right guard) leading the way, the young guys joining them on the line are starting to gain some confidence. The emphasis there is on "young." Corey Tenney, who is getting first-team reps at right tackle, is a sophomore. Garrett Scott, a regular at first team left guard, is a sophomore. And the most recent center to snap with Graham on the first team is sophomore Chris Jasperse.
Also, don't forget about injured Alex Schooler, another sophomore who should be a favorite for Scott's left guard spot in the fall.
But with the current group, holes have recently started to develop and open for running back Tron Martinez and company, and Graham and Sullivan have had just that much longer to throw.
"The one thing I think about this offensive line," MU head coach Doc Holliday said last Wednesday, "and I told them yesterday, it was the first day since I've been here that I really felt like they've taken a step. Where they're blocking people and knocking people off the ball and making progress. ... We have a long way to go there. We still aren't near where we need to be on that offensive line, but I like those guys and I like their attitude and their work ethic."
What will be the starting linebacker corps come next season's opener?
If you're getting a headache trying to keep up with where the linebackers have been mixed and matched this spring, just wait until fall camp.
The only consistent player in that area has been George Carpenter. Yes, the senior who has never started a game in his career -- if that gives you any indication of how wacky it's been.
Kellen Harris, 17 career starts, has been hurt, so has Tyson Gale, eight, and Devin Arrington, 11, has been in and out of the doghouse. Sophomore T.J. Ross has showed promise, as did newly converted LB Zach Dunston before he was sidelined with injury.
But trying to figure it all out now might be pointless considering ...
"We have five linebackers that are coming in here that, athletically ... wow," said a smiling Chris Rippon, MU's defensive coordinator.
Those five are some of the gems of the most recent recruiting class -- Cortez Carter, Armonze Daniel, Jermaine Holmes, Deon Meadows and Robert Way. All talented and all schedule to arrive in time for preseason camp.
Andrew Ramspacher is a sports reporter for The Herald-Dispatch. Contact him at 304-526-2759 or email@example.com.
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Appreciation goes out to all festival helpers
Sharon and I thank all who worked on The Healthy Huntington Festival Saturday, May 3. Especially we would like to thank Bethany Williams, RTI, and those who worked on the TOUR DE PATH. A big thanks to all those who participated in the 4-, 12-, and 25-mile bike ride over completed sections of the PATH (Paul Ambrose Trail for Health). It was good to see so many bikers using the PATH.
This event is a very fitting memory of Paul and all the victims of 9/11. The PATH provides a safe place for people to exercise. We are pleased to see the construction being made to complete the trail. Paul was a staunch supporter of exercise as a way to improve the health of our country.
Thank you again to all who worked and rode Saturday, and we encourage all to use the Paul Ambrose Trail for Health.
Sharon and Ken Ambrose
Parents of Paul Wesley Ambrose, M.D.
Thanks to volunteers for completing items
The Board of Directors of Lily's Place, Huntington's newborn rehab center, wish to thank a very special group of volunteers, The Optimist Club of Huntington. Emerson Davis, Rick Able and their friends have worked with volunteers and organizers to complete a very long list of "honey-do" items with no expectation of remuneration other than a word of thanks.
The generosity of spirit and kindheartedness of these men are a testament to our community. We tip our hats to you, sirs. Chivalry and the spirit of volunteerism survive because of you. Thank you!
Mary Calhoun Brown
Lily's Place
French professor a big impact on his students
I want to give a big thanks to Dr. Eric Migernier, professor of French. It was an amazing five semesters.
Thanks for being a great instructor and caring about the students. You took the time to see that I understood and learned. There are many professors there at Marshall University that could learn from you. I pay for an instructor to teach; not all of them do.
I truly appreciate when I find one who truly loves teaching and is concerned about the students learning. Thanks again.
Angela Cremeans
Daycare grounds look better, are safer for kids
Many of us at the Kiwanis Daycare Center would like to say thank you to Comcast for helping to clean and landscape the grounds of our facility. The work performed by Comcast volunteers goes much further than they may realize. Not only did they help to beautify the center, but they helped to keep it safe for the children -- a priority for us at Kiwanis Daycare Center.
On Saturday, April 26, more than 25 volunteers from Huntington joined forces with Comcast and NBCUniversal employees and their family and friends to "make change happen." Volunteers spread mulch under the playgrounds and made repairs to the playground equipment that children use and enjoy every day.
The event was part of the 13th Comcast Cares Day, the nation's largest single-day corporate volunteer effort. Comcast has provided 3 million volunteer hours and half a million volunteers since Comcast Cares Day began in 2001.
Kiwanis Daycare Center and Comcast share a common goal - an ongoing commitment to the Huntington community. Our relationship is an excellent example of how public-private partnerships can make a difference. Thanks to Comcast's support over the last seven years.
Brenda Sutphin
Kiwanis Daycare Center
Staff at senior center full of compassion
The family of Robert B. Florian, who died April 8, wishes to thank all of the staff of Wyngate Senior Living Center in Barboursville for their compassion and care. When Dad arrived five years ago, he quickly felt it was his new home. As his health declined he moved from being independent to being dependent on the staff. As a retired college professor and United Methodist minister, he enjoyed teaching Bible studies to the other residents. Following his catastrophic stroke in 2011, Dad's level of care was increased but he could still stay in his own studio apartment. Dementia also worsened, but he didn't know how ill he was. He used to love to tell stories about his family and travels.
The Wyngate staff treated him like family. They provided excellent care. Dad knew that Wyngate would be his final home. Hospice of Huntington should also receive recognition for all of its help. We appreciated the kindness of Wyngate staff. It's hard to imagine becoming attached to someone you help, only to see them decline.
Dad, or "Bob" to the Wyngate staff, enjoyed reading The Herald-Dispatch. I am sure he will be fondly remembered by his caregivers.
Thanks so much.
Daughter Laura Moul
Son Joey Florian
Daughter Linda Neyhart
Mifflinburg, Pa.
Carriers doing a fantastic job
This is a big thank you to Candi Reece, our newspaper carrier. She has been doing a terrific job delivering the newspaper. She has taken over for April Craft, and I would like to let you know April Craft did a good job when she was our carrier.
We really appreciate the good job Candi is doing, and we appreciated the good job April did when she had the job. At our age, we need the help and it's nice to know when someone takes on a job, that they do it well.
We know it's not an easy job getting out that early in the morning, especially when the weather is bad and they have to get out in the rain, snow and ice. Keep up the good work, and thank you again, ladies.
Loretta and Harry LeVine
Support of sheriff's deputies is well noted
This is a letter concerning the attendance of the Cabell County Sheriff's Deputies at the recent funeral of Carl Otis Craft. The sight of you guys standing there in the rain with a sharp salute while the funeral procession drove by was truly an impressive sight. It showed your respect for the departed and, more than that, for a former fellow officer.
I didn't get your names, but you know who you are. Thank you from our whole family, and may God bless you!
Jerry G. Morrison
South Point, Ohio
VAMC providers very caring and thoughtful
A very nice thing happened in the VA Medical Center Surgical Clinic waiting room on Thursday, April 17, when nurse Timothy Queen made a thoughtful announcement to the burgeoning group of us veterans there. Speaking to us, he explained the delay and then assured us that each and all of us would be seen soon.
That was a thoughtful and highly professional gesture. Too many of us have waited too long in doctor's offices with no explanation or concern about an interminable delay. Not at the Huntington VAMC!
His thoughtful message exemplifies high level of expertise and caring I have come to appreciate enormously of the VA, particularly as manifested in the Huntington facility here.
Congratulations and best wishes to all of you wonderful providers. Thank you ever and ever.
Louis A. Capaldini
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Uses for Grape-Nuts?
I recently bought a box of grape-nuts cereal but I didn't really like them. I don't want to let the rest of the cereal go to waste so are there any recipes, such as bars, that I could use them in?
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