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How sad that just two days after our nation celebrated another Independence Day, a major U.S. court decided to ignore the Constitution. I refer to the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals decision on July 6 to allow open homosexuality in the military ranks, thus immediately ending the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" (DADT) policy which has been in effect for 18 years.
Article I, Section 8, of the Constitution empowers Congress "To make Rules for the Government and Regulation of the land and naval Forces..." Article II, Section 2, empowers the president to be "Commander in Chief of the Army and Navy of the United States..."
Article III delineates the responsibilities of the judiciary, yet it is conspicuously silent about the courts' role in military matters. For this, we should all be grateful. Micro-managing military policies by judicial fiat ignores the authority of our military leadership and circumvents the military's own Uniform Code of Military Justice.
By allowing judges to institute military policy, we diminish the roles of the Secretary of Defense, The Joint Chiefs of Staff, Congress and the constitutionally mandated role of the nation's commander-in-chief. Simply put, the military's role is to fight and win our nation's wars. Judges lack the expertise and, in my opinion, the authority on how to best do this.
A three judge panel of the 9th Circuit vacated their earlier stay of the lower court's ruling that DADT was unconstitutional. The Wall Street Journal pointed out that the latest decision "creates the possibility that recruiting rules could shift back and forth for weeks to come."
This lack of consistency and expertise by the courts makes it very difficult to operate a first-rate military, much less fight two wars. It underscores the rationale (that many courts respected over the years) to give great leeway for the military to decide these issues, hopefully in an environment devoid of political and social considerations.
We want to make sure that the repeal of DADT does not detrimentally affect military readiness. Our concern is not based on prejudice or discrimination but solely on unit cohesion and combat readiness.
When a lame duck Congress rushed through legislation last year that would likely repeal DADT, it included a requirement that Department of Defense (DoD) officials first certify that the new policy would not have an adverse effect on combat readiness. That certification has not yet happened.
Moreover, last year's legislation passed after Congress was presented with a report that some have called into question. It contained what was supposed to be an honest survey of how those who matter most - the men and women in uniform - feel about the issue. It was later revealed that the numbers were manipulated in media reports that falsely indicated that 70 percent of the military members surveyed had no concern about the repeal.
Secretary of Defense Robert Gates was so bothered by the unauthorized and premature leaks of the report that he ordered an investigation by DoD's Inspector General. The U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps have been bearing the brunt of the combat, yet last year both of their service chiefs ignored political winds and bravely testified in favor of keeping DADT.
Then-Army Chief of Staff Gen. George W. Casey told lawmakers, "Implementation of the repeal of 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' would be a major cultural and policy change in the middle of a war. It would be implemented by a force and leaders that are already stretched by the cumulative effects of almost a decade of war."
Marine Corps Commandant Gen. James Amos was even more forceful in an interview last year with newspaper reporters. He noted that a large percentage of Marine combat veterans that were surveyed are opposed to the change. "So the Marines came back and they said, 'Look, anything that's going to break or potentially break that focus and cause any kind of distraction may have an effect on cohesion,'"Amos said. "I don't want to permit that opportunity to happen. And I'll tell you why. If you go up to Bethesda [Naval] Hospital . . . Marines are up there with no legs, none. We've got Marines at Walter Reed [Army Medical Center] with no limbs."
The Obama administration should defend the president's constitutional role as commander in chief by directing the Justice Department to immediately appeal the 9th Circuit's ruling. Moreover, the military brass and civilian leadership at DoD should withhold certification until the issues of military readiness and unit cohesion are studied more honestly and thoroughly.
Guess I'm getting too old; I'm just tired of the arguments. Whether we like it or not, seems to me we are not going to have it our own way just because we feel that it is the right way. None of us have a corner on common sense and none of us are "without sin"; and all of us think we are right.
"Tone Down The Rhetoric" doesn't mean give up on your beliefs. Rather, it means that we don't have to demonize each other just because we see things differently.
The issue (DADT) will be resolved by the social system we have set up and, at least for now, it seems to be the job of the courts and the congress within that system to do it. Why don't we let them?
Meanwhile, if you want to leave the Legion, leave; but don't paint those of us who stay all with the same brush.
Thank God. I was able to cancel my membership before it took effect. Good riddance.
I just joined about 10 minutes ago. This disturbing article from the so-called commander was the first article I read. If I had known that I was joining an organisation that discriminates against my fellow veterans, I would not have joined. This is just totally ignorant for a leader of the AL to pen an article like this. I'm embarrassed to be a part of this. I wish I could get my money refunded. Never again.
When the Commander of the Legion exhibits such bigotry and hatred, there is no place in the Legion for me.
I hereby resign my membership, until the Legion changes it's stance, and the current commander is gone.
For the record, the military follows the law set down by Congress. Major General Stephan Hummer has submitted testimony to the Court in this case, saying that full certification that the Military is ready to implement repeal of DADT is only weeks away.
And the Legion commander demonstrates grade "A" bigotry and hostility towards American service members.
I just joined about 5 minutes ago and this article was the first thing I read. I was stunned to read something like this from an organisation that is supposed to represent all veterans. If I had read this article beforehand, I would not have joined. I plan on writing to this so-called commander directly concerning this issue. I wish I could get my money back.
I guess some people are not getting out of this post is not the issue that being homosexual in the military is right or wrong. The issue is with the judges that feel they can dictate to everyone and we are suppose to accept their judgements. They should concentrate more on keeping criminals off the streets and leave military issues to people that have worn a uniform.
To those who are posting negative comments- read the article slowly and comprehend the message. The point is not what you support or don't support. The point is the courts have no right to superceed the legislative branch.
And now,after some time of consideration, Ihave decided to JOIN the Americian Legion.
Read the Constitution slowly, and comprehend that the courts exist to provide checks on the Legislative branch... Furthermore... Contrary to what the CDR believes, they have the power to tell the military when it is violating someone's rights... And lastly, DADT is not a military regulation, it is actually codified under the Code of Federal Regulations, which is civilian law. So they were well within their jurisdiction, and in my opinion quite correct in finding DADT unconstitutional.
I suppose that Wall Street knows more about managing money as does the FAA about flying planes as do doctors about healthcare; but when anyone does not know or care to do the right thing -- it is the role of our judicial government to step in and make it so. The argument for increased security, trust and cohesion is so much stronger and deeper with the repeal of DADT than not. Secret baggage for blackmail or intelligence is diminished. If someone has a problem with it, it is more likely to be revealed so that person or institution can get help. If someone is out of line, the same sexual harassment penalaties apply that are currently in force. And this is just bare-bones stuff. The capacity for higher moral, innovative contributions and greater international regard and respect are examples of the big stuff. Change is always hard for everyone and for some, extremely hard or near impossible. Sometimes, it is best to sit down, be quite and do nothing spare listening and watching.
Commander-SHAME ON YOU! Are you so narrow minded you can see through a key hole with both eyes? Perhaps you are blinded to all the distinctions that make you different, those distinctions for which you could easily be discriminated against. Open your eyes, many of our brothers & sisters we have served with have served with distinction for who they are, what they have done for our country and how they have served with honor, not what they do in the bedroom. Old paradigms must be reconstructed and brought to light. We fight for freedom and democracy, the freedom of those who live in this country to be free to live as they are without apology; not what a person in position dictates they should be. The legion is a great organization. Its leadership must embrace all veterans not just the ones that fit the OLD stuffy mold! Oy Veh!
I am an Air Force Veteran and I have worked as a Civilian for the Air Force for 17 years. I applaud and stand by the remarks of Commander Jimmie Foster. Just because the Main Stream Media and the Hollywood Elates have determined that homosexual acts, and behavior are an acceptable lifestyle to be modeled at every opportunity, most of American society does not agree, does not wanted it promoted in our schools, taught to our children as simply a choice. Every time Homosexual/Lesbian Marriage is put on a state ballet for a vote it has been defeated. We in the military are tired of being guinea pigs for social engineering, social justice and political correctness. If you have to force your agenda through the courts, whom are the intolerant ones?
Who gives a damn about whether or not you or anybody else feels it is ok to discriminate against veterans who served and died for the same causes that you did. Who are you to judge another human walking the face of this earth? NOBODY!! Discrimination in any form is just wrong, no matter where in the hell it comes from. You are no better than anyone else.
I do NOT agree with the position taken by the National Commander, however, I will continue my membership in the Legion in hopes that I can assist in changing this attitude among some our veterans.
Overall, I agree with the above comment. If you do not agree with the National Commander, I ask that you keep your membership and try to change attitudes. You do not win wars by running away, you have to stay and fight.
Thank you to National Commander Jimmie L. Foster for clarifying your position on DADT.
Now I will clarify my position on the American Legion by shredding my 2012 renewal form that I received in the mail today.
Even though you are classified as the "Leader" of the American Legion - you have no right to lead anyone except bigots, racists and volunteer at the Southboro Baptist Church with Rev. Phelps.
I plead to all of my fellow Comrades out there to renew your memberships, not abandon your support and dedication to the Legion that provides so much needed support to veterans causes, even though our "Leader" feels otherwise.
This one man may speak for the Legion ONLY because of his office (thankfully only for a one year term) - but he does NOT speak for the principles and mission of the Legion.
As it states in the American Legion's Chaplain's Manual, "Direct our efforts to lift this community up toward God's Kingdom on earth in spite of ANY personal differences" and "Be with us in ALL our deliberations, give us the grace to think what is RIGHT and be our guide and counselor as we work for the good of our comrades, communities, state and our beloved land. Amen."
Chaplain Raymond
First, I am thankful to know how you feel about DADT. Second, I am even more greatful to know you ONLY serve a one year term!
Your ignorance and bigotry has no place supporting our veterans or the military. Guess you were also upset when women and blacks were allowed to serve as well.
It has been a disgrace soldiers serving our country had to live secret lives in fear of a discriminating policy and also the risk of being blackmailed.
Sad our military has kicked out very needed arabic linguists in Iraq and Afghanistan over the past 9 years who were willing to serve in combat and promote democracy worldwide.
As a former JAG officer and current Legion Chaplain, your remarks towards ANY soldier willing to lay down their lives for this great nation disgusts me.
Our Post thankfully supports ANY and EVERY veteran, period. I knew gay soldiers when I served and now vets in the Legion, VFW & DAV - do you want to turn your back on them as well? Join Rev Phelps church next year.
Wow, I've seen some ignorant comments on here, especially the one's of heterosexual people determining that me and other service members have a "condition" and that being homosexual is a choice. How can you determine that if you are not homosexual??? Are you telling me that you straight gentlemen could very well just make the choice of "switching" to men? I have always known what I was, since I was a very young child. I never made any choice's besides trying to be "straight" during my teens because of how being gay was frowned upon. I remember trying to like girls and go out with them and even have sex...I remember how wrong I felt for doing it.....so explain to me how me being gay was a choice?? I am proud to say that I am a damn good soldier and my being gay has never affected the way me and my fellow battle buddies worked together, even while deployed. People, this is a new century, get with the program and worry about more important issues!
This article will be looked back on as proof of past bigotry. I am an active duty officer and cannot understand how you can seriously believe these things. Our gay brothers and sisters who serve with us deserve to do so without shame. I am a member of the American Legion and have been the past 2 years. I will never again renew my membership unless the leadership takes a non-discrimatory stance on the repeal of DADT.
Im amazed at the comments on this section. I think the commander has a well thought out and well written statement which I agree with. I believe that homosexual behavior is a choice, a preference that has been against the law and continues to be in many socities. In my system of beliefs it is sinful, just like adultry, murder, rape, etc. The US military has upheld Sodemy and adultry laws for countless years until now. If we are going to make adultry and sodomy legal now and continue to push for legalizing gay marriage, are we going to make a new word of claiming we are now adultry...aphobic and create yet another alleged group we should integrate into the military? I hope this will not lead to integrating the pedifiles, or polygamists? Havn't we discriminated against them too? Surely we have had or currently have them them serving "in the closet. These are all based on behavior choices, which is different then race or gender. This is not change that will help our military.
Sodomy laws were found unconstitutional in 2003 by the Supreme Court... See Lawrence v Texas.
Who in the hell are you to judge another human being? Comments like yours are just plain old stupid and ignorant. It's bigots like you that always get caught banging their own kids. Die off already.
USAF, 1962-66, Medic/Flight Medic (ARS), Vietnam vet who was just approached about joining the AL and starting to do basic research as to its merits.
This message from this commander makes further research unneeded.
I will never join any homophobic organization, even less so one that so disrespects the worth of all American citizens and the Constitution of the United States.
Michael A. Carpick Jr.
The president also said, ""There will never be a full accounting of the heroism demonstrated by gay Americans in service to this country," he said. "As the first generation to serve openly in our armed services, you will stand for all those who came before you, and you will serve as role models for all those who will come after you."
In stead of trying to get rid of Gays in the Military how about supporting them and their contributions. I think that there are gays in the American Legion and if you keep on this path you are going to loose their membership.
I am not going to renew my membership I am just entering my 12th year. The men and women on the US Military deserve your support, gay or straight.
John Mullin post 57, Lake City, Florida
President Obama has signed a bill to end DADT.
President Obama this morning signed into law the bill repealing Don't Ask, Don't Tell.
"I am just overwhelmed," Obama said as he took the stage among chants of "Yes we can!" and whoops from the audience. "This is a very good day."
"No longer will our country be denied the service of thousands of patriotic Americans who were forced to leave the military, regardless of their skills, no matter their bravery or their zeal, no matter their years of exemplary performance, because they happen to be gay," he said. "No longer will tens of thousands of Americans in uniform be asked to live a lie."
I spent 7 years on active duty in the Navy and most of my time was on Submarines. I was (at one time) as homophobic as you apparently are.
Later in life I met many gays that were working and contributing to the American Dream. I have met retired military people who are openly gay today.
I hope the Commander reads these. I don't see much support for his comments and thoughts. Maybe he can learn from this. Hope he never gets elected to any state or national political office.
Being a Heterosexual Caucasian Veteran of Vietnam, let me remind the Commander that there are only 3 branches of Government. The President, the Congress and the Supreme Court. Where does it say the Military can be a bigoted organization. The Military and the American Legion are there to SERVE. As an enlisted man, from day one I was told not to question my superiors and that there were parts of the Constitution that I was no longer privilege to. I'm proud to say the State Commander of Florida is a Black man and friend. A few years ago as 2nd Vice Commander at Post 0125 in Florida I was asked/told by the Commanders wife, a veteran herself, not to encourage a Veteran black man that was helping me in the Kitchen to join the Legion as we just had too many Redneck members. I think you can guess my answer and a couple of months later, I joined a different post. I was suppose to honor and help escort the commander on the next Legacy Run...I think I'll Pass.
Being a Heterosexual Caucasian Veteran of Vietnam, let me remind the Commander that there are only 3 branches of Government. The President, the Congress and the Supreme Court. Where does it say the Military can be a bigoted organization. The Military and the American Legion are there to SERVE. As an enlisted man, from day one I was told not to question my superiors and that there were parts of the Constitution that I was no longer privilege to. I'm proud to say the State Commander of Florida is a Black man and friend. A few years ago as 2nd Vice Commander at Post 0125 in Florida I was asked/told by the Commanders wife, a veteran herself, not to encourage a Veteran black man that was helping me in the Kitchen to join the Legion as we just had too many Redneck members. I think you can guess my answer and a couple of months later, I joined a different post. I was suppose to honor and help escort the commander on the next Legacy Run...I think I'll Pass.
Growing up I was always told what a great organization this was. After my military service I was eligible to join it and so I happily did.
I later discussed it among other service members in my last few days as a soldier. Many just shook their heads and said I shouldn't join and was suggested other organizations to join.
After interacting with many other AL members I began to realize why. Although I am glad for what this organization has done for vets and those currently serving, in the past. I am ashamed of what it's views and actions of the present.
Needless to say in 2010, after my second consecutively year of being a member, I decided not to continue my membership.
Again, thank you for reminding me why.
05-06, 07-08 Iraq war vet.
It is far too often in this society that leaders crumble and whimper to PC, due to fear of other's actions. I am pleased to see a leader stand up and maintain good clean values and support the DADT policy, or the repeal of the removal of it. Thank you COMMANDER!
I have to answer to you Sir. Doing the right thing and respect others is not just "PC", it is the Moral thing to do. People like you preach high values and morality, while spending your life discriminating against everyone who is different than you, whether it is blacks, women, latinos, asians, or gays. The old tired argument is always the same, and it is hipocritical, and wrong. The commander was not being a brave or grandious leader. The legion commander, and you Sir, are nothing but old hatefull dinosaurs who no doubt will be left behind and be replaced with real Americans who believe in the words of the declaration of independence which says that "ALL MEN ARE CREATED EQUAL". You likely preach the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. I suggest you read and live it. There is no room in these documents for bigotry and discrimination.
You served your Country and should be proud, but not so much your comment, which is very Bigoted and undoubtedly also Racist. Did you learn nothing in life.
Commander Foster may have a valid legal point regarding the 9th Circuit ruling but the disingenuousness of the argument is revealed in the quote " Our concern is not based on prejudice or discrimination but solely on unit cohesion and combat readiness." This is same tired excuse that was used to bar blacks from service. If the Israeli army can function with openly gay soldiers then I am sure we can too.
I am a Legion member and Desert Storm vet. I want my Legion to fight for vet benefits and flag etiquette. Leave the old prejudices about how the military should run behind. Just because there is not unanimity among the generals that is not an excuse for clinging to outdated and unwarranted fears.
Most of the anti-gay arguments are the same ones used 60 years ago when the military was integrated. Believe me, in 60 years folks will look back on this debate and shake their heads in amazement that it was even an issue, just like we look back on the integration opponents today.
I just joined the American Legion, but I am already regreting it. Just reading the nonsense coming from the Legion's Commander's editorial regarding DATD, is enough to make me thin twice about joining this organization. First, it is absolutely the job of the courts to review laws and determine their constitutionality. That is just what the 9th Circuit did. Second, the fact that most soldiers currently in the military have no issues serving with homosexuals, is a fact. I just retired as a First Sergeant and I can testify that this is true. The biggest complainers are the old leaders, like the legion commander. Old remnants of a time gone by, still reminiscing of the "good old days" when bigotry and discrimination rule the military. My advice to the legion commander, get with the times, and learn how to attract new blood in the legion by being more tolerant, or find himself a new job. If he didn't like homosexuals in the military, wait until he sees women in combat! That's next! LOL
I just joined this organization! Seeing what the commander stands for, I wish now I had not joined. I was not aware I was joining an organization that backs discrimination! I will save my money next time!
This organization needs (desperately) new blood. If the current commander has thoughts about anything he needs to reserve them to present to the membership before he speaks to any media or the general public about them! He may think that he speaks for the membership and the Military in general, but to this member he has to start to recruit new blood to support the new vets and those still alive and in need of help. The best way to do that is to be TOTALLY impartial. I vaguely remember that when I originally inquired for membership the Vietnam (Police Action) was NOT consider a qualifying war and membership was not afforded me. Well I for one have paid my last dues. Good Luck Folks when you old bigot(s) die the shop closes up. Thank God for the VVA! I still hold dear my membership in the VFW!
How about you worry about bigger issues like retirement benefits, GI bill flaws, Military suicides, 13% Veterans unemployment, what is going to happen when we bring our men and women back, government shut down and military pay...I can go on and on!
I just received my renewal papers in the mail yesterday and looked at my current card. 8 years of continuous membership all early bird. Today I am upset and unsure if I want to join a group of old closed minded Veterans. Organizations like the VFW (which I am a life member of) and the American Legion want young blood and fresh faces to start taking over, yet the continue to think about the old days. I was raised to respect all people and joined to fight for everyones freedoms but the people I look up to can't do what they taught me? How sad is that! Google search "American legion don't ask don't tell" and you will find articles that are about YOUR GAY members! Forget "PC" that is old too start opening your minds! I too am NOT gay, I'm married with four kids and have taught them to respect all people. I have served with very honorable and great gay people and let me tell you they can kick just as much ass as any one else. Get over it American Legion!
As members of the armed services, we all swore to uphold the U.S. Constitution. That includes our federal courts and their decisions.
The American Legion sjhould applaud the opportunity to eliminate unconstitutional discrimiation in the military, rather than take the old-line, homophobic positions opposing the repeal of DADT.
I would guess that the legaion also opposed the integration of blacks into the military by former President Harry S Truman.
The legion's position is so old-school and unsupported by the facts and merits of this issue.
I am reposting this comment. Kudos to Leo Laurence.
I just rejoined the Legion and want to say Kudos to the Commander for taking the right stance on this issue. I was worried that the Legion might have fallen victim to the PC pressure on this issue. Those that elevate sexual preference to the sufferage of historical racial prejudice/bigotry, womens sufferage and other true forms of prejudice is shameful. If GLBT are ever openly allowed to serve and and then of course be "celebrated", we will become one of the weakest nations in the world within a decade. Mark my words, history has proven it to so.
Before I joined your group I over heard one of you state "At least we won our war." A fellow VN veteran was refused membership because we were not at war. It was a police action. Right. WW1 was supposed to be the war to end all wars. So why did you go to war? I joined the legion for my fathers sake. He is dead and so is my membership! There are alot more decent homosexuals than there are legionaires. Your fellowship is sure to die out. I will tell---
I am not homosexual. Married twice. Still wondering where are the freedoms I fought for???? Bye bye
As members of the armed services, we all swore to uphold the U.S. Constitution. That includes our federal courts and their decisions.
The American Legion sjhould applaud the opportunity to eliminate unconstitutional discrimiation in the military, rather than take the old-line, homophobic positions opposing the repeal of DADT.
I would guess that the legaion also opposed the integration of blacks into the military by former President Harry S Truman.
The legion's position is so old-school and unsupported by the facts and merits of this issue.
/s/ Leo E. Laurence, J.D.; San Diego email@example.com (619) 757-4909


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Legendary economist John Kenneth Galbraith once said that the only function of economic forecasting "is to make astrology look respectable."
Thankfully, I don't forecast the economy, only the mutual fund business for the year ahead. In more than 15 years of doing this at the start of each year, I typically have gotten about three-fourths of my forecasts right, which I would like to think is at least a bit more reliable than star-gazing.
In rooting around the fund industry doing my job, I have come up with eight big stories that I think will dominate the fund world in the year ahead. They won't dominate the news or the economy the way the fiscal cliff has in recent weeks, but they will set the tone for how investors are feeling about funds 12 months from now.
Fund industry headlines in 2013 will include:
1. A massive move by some big names into ETFs.
One oddity in the evolution of exchange-traded funds is that Vanguard effectively has been the only fund firm allowed to create an ETF share class for its traditional funds (Vanguard actually has a patent on the process, which expires in 2019).
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Other big players, however, have approached the U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission about allowing for a "hub-and-spoke system," where ETF versions of traditional mutual funds could be created as an extension of the existing issue. In short, it's different from what Vanguard does mostly in semantics, but that should be enough.
Assuming the SEC approves the plan, expect Fidelity and State Street to jump in hard, and for firms like T. Rowe Price and others to follow suit. In short, the ETF landscape will look a lot more like the traditional fund world in terms of who the big players are.
2. Active mutual funds being converted into ETFs.
I expect a continuation of ETF expansion, this time with companies overcoming the hurdles the SEC has put in front of actively managed funds that wanted to change structures to become ETFs.
There already are active ETFs, but the expected boom in this segment of the business has not occurred, in part because regulators have not approved these conversions. That said, it looks like a few fund sponsors may be able to jump the hurdles and get conversions done this year; once that happens, it will be a race between the conversions and the hub-and-spoke expanders to get their issues to market.
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When the first two items here occur, the effect will not only be fun, but good for investors.
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I think that's one of my better photos! During my year-long challenge, we didn't eat much take-out. There were a few nights where we succumbed because I made a dessert or a drink in the crockpot instead of a main dish and we were tired of leftovers. Really tired. But for the most part, we just didn't eat out.
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Slow Cooker Orange Beef Recipe
I think that's one of my better photos! During my year-long challenge, we didn't eat much take-out. There were a few nights where we succumbed because I made a dessert or a drink in the crockpot instead of a main dish and we were tired of leftovers. Really tired. But for the most part, we just didn't eat out.
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- Amie said...
Mmmmm mmmm mmm! I love when meats and orange juice get together and party down like this. :)
- October 2, 2010 at 7:05 AM
So happy to see you posting daily again. I made the Indian Butter Chicken this week...sooo delicious! My all time favorite meal. I'm going to preorder your new book.
- October 2, 2010 at 8:08 AM
- Amanda-The Nutritionist Reviews said...
What an amazing blog! I Love using my crockpot! In fact, I am going to make some shredded venison today with it!
I just found your blog on a Saturday Blog Hop! Have a wonderful weekend!
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- October 2, 2010 at 8:16 AM
- Caitlin said...
Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours, high for 3-4, or until meat is fully cooked and super tender.
Is that 6-7 hours on low then 3-4 hours on high...or 6-7 hours low OR 3-4 hours high? O_o
- October 2, 2010 at 8:41 AM
- Stephanie O'Dea said...
LOL, one or the other. :-)
- October 2, 2010 at 8:49 AM
- Nants said...
Sounds yummy - think I'm making this one for Sunday dinner!
Thanks! :o)
- October 2, 2010 at 5:00 PM
My crockpot is as old as Methuzula. It was a gift from my parents about 30 years ago. I sure could use a new one.
- October 2, 2010 at 6:23 PM
- Babymama said...
The beef is marinating in the fridge as we speak and the whole thing will hit the crockpot tomorrow morning. Can't wait to taste it!
I found your blog a few days ago and had been looking for different ways of using my lovely crockpot. It reminds me of being at home with my mother! Thanks so much!
- October 3, 2010 at 4:07 PM
- Katrina said...
My takeout menus live in the front cover of our phone book. And in a folder in my car for emergency calls on the way home (prior to driving!)
- October 4, 2010 at 5:51 PM
- Tasty Eats At Home said...
This looks tasty! And that is a great photo. I like that the veggies appear to still retain their shape - something I would be concerned about when slow cooking them. I often use my slow cooker as a way to keep us from eating out too!
- October 6, 2010 at 6:38 AM
- Kim said...
Tried this one too...added the baby corn, mushrooms and broccoli to the beef. Anther homerun with my hungry household!
- October 11, 2010 at 2:54 PM
- That Crazy Cooney Bunch said...
I made this last night. It was very tender, my husband loved it. I wanted it a touch sweeter and saucier so I added some sweet and sour sauce to it. Quite tasty.
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- Maria said...
For some reason bok choy doesn't seem to be available in Denmark. Do you have any suggestions for substitutions? I don't think I've ever had bok choy so I can't make an educated guess myself.
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- Stephanie O'Dea said...
Hi Maria,
you aren't missing out on too awful lot. :-) It's like a tiny cabbage plant with longer leaves. You can use any vegetables you'd like--cauliflower, string beans, asparagus-- they would all work just fine.
- March 19, 2012 at 7:50 AM
- Maria said...
Excellent - thanks :-)
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- Jimmy Bender said...
Thank you! I am making this for dinner tonight - right now!
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In order to have any immigration policy serve any purpose, the border must first be secured. Otherwise American immigration policy exists only on paper, and is mocked by what happens on the ground, as masses of people cross the border illegally, in disregard of whatever policies are embodied in our laws.
Moreover, all the people who cross the border from Mexico are not Mexican. They can easily include Middle East terrorists. The fact that this obvious threat has been blithely ignored for years, in order to get political leverage for "comprehensive" immigration reform, suggests that importing more potential voters for the Democrats has a higher priority in some quarters than safeguarding the country.
"Comprehensive" immigration reform — as distinguished from securing the border before doing anything else — serves the interests of politicians of both parties.
A "comprehensive" immigration bill means that they can vote for something that mollifies those Americans who are concerned about the uncontrolled influx of foreigners, while winning support from those who want more foreigners admitted and made citizens. Starting the amnesty track immediately, while promising border security in the future, means that an irreversible benefit is conferred up front, while only time will tell whether the promise of border security will be kept — as it has not been thus far.
Ask yourself why people who have been living illegally in this country for years cannot wait a couple of more years until the border is secured before the question of their legal status can be studied and debated in Congress and among the public at large.
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I made a glitzy centerpiece using some silver ornaments I had laying around and some of the gold leaves I had left from the Ravens wreath I made back in October. All I did was arrange them in my hurricane vase…I love this vase; I change it out seasonally for all kinds of fun centerpieces! I put the leaves in first around the bottom, added seven ornaments, and stuck one last leaf in the top. Voila. Two minutes, no money, and lots of New Year's glamour!
Here's project #2…this one's for the kiddos! I saw this idea on Pinterest and immediately knew we needed to make it!
We already had all the supplies:
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- assorted sequins and glitter {ours came from our friends at CraftProjectIdeas.com!}
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- a stick/dowel/pencil
- ribbon or wired garland
The original tutorial is great; we followed the instructions almost exactly, and they give a great tip for cutting a halfway decent looking six pointed star. So, no need to reinvent the wheel. You can check out the step by step tutorial on babycentre, but here are a few pics of LC making his version. He looooved sprinkling and arranging the glitter and sequins on the contact paper!
As we worked, I talked with him about what it meant to set goals and make resolutions, then we wrote his around the star on both sides. Here's what he came up with:
FRONT: In 2013, I want to play soccer, pass another belt test, earn a new belt, go to the beach.
BACK: Learn to read, play basketball, learn to divide, start eating dessert after breakfast.
Good luck with that last one! Here he is in all his sock monkey-Angry Birds-Mommy's boots glory…
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I love the wishing star! Good luck to LC with eating dessert after breakfast!
haha eating dessert after breakfast! too cute.
Great project. I may have to make one for myself lol.
Ha, hilarious about dessert after breakfast. I've never heard of a wishing wand before. Very cute and I have everything on hand!
I'm dying over how cute that wishing wand is! What a fabulously, fun idea for New Years!!
Love the gold leaves!


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Once a month, the Simms/Mann–UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology presents Insights Into Cancer, a free public lecture series for cancer patients, their families and the community. Each lecture features a leading professional who provides up-to-date information, practical advice and answers to cancer-related questions. April 9, 2013Parenthood after Cancer: Fertility Options from Diagnosis to Survivorship
A cancer diagnosis means many stressful and life changing decisions. Although discussions about the desire to have a biological child in the future may not be seem to be a high priority. This is important for both men and women because cancer treatment may cause subfertility with difficulty conceiving a child or infertility without the ability to conceive a child with one's own genetic material. Dr. Kuo will discuss recent advances in fertility preservation techniques available now to increase the probability of having biological children in the future. For cancer survivors, fertility treatment options also exist to maximize parenthood. The goal of this lecture is to help patients, their family members and others interested in future parenthood to be as well educated as possible in the treatment options available today.
John Kuo, M.D., Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. He serves as the Oncofertility Program Director for the Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at UCLA. He has participated in the development and coordination of comprehensive fertility preservation and treatment services for both cancer patients and survivors. His clinical practice involves cancer patient counseling and education on current medical and surgical techniques available to preserve fertility and maximize parenthood after cancer treatment.
Alice Crisci is a young adult breast cancer survivor and founder of Fertile Action, a non-profit helping women touched by cancer become mothers. She sits on a number of non-profit and university committees with Oncofertility Programs. She testified for the first Fertility Preservation bill in the nation and was instrumental in catalyzing a national bill that would cover fertility preservation for service members. She contributes regular opinion articles to HyperVocal.com, Fertility Authority, The University of Colorado and the Oncofertility Consortium. She also published a book about her experience being diagnosed with breast cancer at an early-age called Too Young for This. She also launched the first egg-donor and surrogacy grant program in the country through Fertile Action and the only pro-bono egg freezing network in the country.
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Scientists estimate there is a more than 60 percent chance of a major earthquake hitting the San Francisco Bay Area within 30 years. Marwan Nader, lead design engineer for the new eastern span of the Bay Bridge, discusses features that give the bridge the flexibility to withstand the 'Big One'.
In the related video, Jordana Jackson, of the California Department of Transportation, takes us on a tour of the new Bay Bridge--connecting Oakland to Yerba Buena Island.


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Back by popular demand, the segment that lets you watch your favorite moments of the game in Slo-Mo from different angles, "Slow it Down".
This time, Harry Shipp serves in a great ball and captian Jeff Larentowicz is on the other end of it to head it home... let's slow it down:
Select shots from the Fire's 1-1 draw with the New York Red Bulls presented by MiAllstate.
On playing his first game at Toyota Park
One took over the defending continental champions. Despite his 15 trophies as a manager, there were questions about how much better he could make them. Two-thirds through the season, he's taken the champions to a new level of excellence.
Another replaced a legend in taking over the league champs. His experience and consistency made him a safe choice, but how would he lead the club into a new generation? Today the team sits seven places out of first.
The third assumed leadership of a historically successful club dealing with a few tough years. Fans wondered what would come next as contracts turned over and a new crop of youngsters presented themselves. With five coaching trophies, he's highly knowledgeable with regards to the competition and what works in the league, but fans eagerly wait to see how he'll plot the path forwards.
Which of the above new coaches came to the Fire? If you separated Frank Yallop from Pep Guardiola at Bayern Munich and David Moyes at Manchester United, good for you.
Coaching changes are so commonplace that they're not in and of themselves particularly remarkable. In the Barclay's Premier League so far in the 2013-2014 season, already five managers have been fired; that's on top of the six managers who left clubs before the season already started. That means more than half the teams changed managers this year.
And in general with sports, personnel changeover is as much a part of the grind as winning and losing. It's as much if not more common in the current adolescent stage of MLS, where parity dominates, new teams are forthcoming, and personnel rules and financial regulation necessitate almost constant player movement.
But what do the changes mean for the Fire?
This year is a new beginning. Even though the ownership and front office maintain a steadfast commitment to the club's history and traditions, the technical staff was overhauled leading into the 2014 season. MLS legend Frank Yallop replaced Fire legend Frank Klopas. He brought C.J. Brown, another Fire legend, along with, and added assistant coach Clint Mathis on top.
And the change touched the players as well. Some consistent starters from seasons past, like Austin Berry and Jalil Anibaba, are gone. Led by Harry Shipp and Benji Joya, a new crop of youngsters are fighting veterans for their places. Meanwhile, except for Sean Johnson in goal, Jeff Larentowicz in the middle, and the reigning MVP Mike Magee (whenever he's back fit) up top, every place in the side is up for grabs.
Things change, okay, but this is now a totally different Fire team than the one we've seen the past few years. New players and new management means a new culture, new approaches both on and off the field. A 4-1-4-1 formation is in the works. But the gutsy 10-man point in Portland and loss at Chivas showed that old habits take time to correct.
Even though the Fire were frustrated to miss the playoffs a few times in recent years, they have the league MVP and enough player talent on paper to threaten the top teams in MLS. Yet by overhauling the technical staff, the Fire signaled a loftier statement: Being mediocre is not good enough, no matter how much successful history the club has.
Without going into huge detail about the strategic plans, the Fire players have said that this preseason felt different, that Yallop was fostering a different environment than Klopas's.
It's important because whether we like it or not, this season will be defined by the changes the Fire made this offseason. Change is here.
The questions though: How much do you change, and how much do you keep? What is actually new? How exactly do you convey and impose a plan without sacrificing whatever was working before? What effect can a plan even have if there are many unpredictable and external issues?
It doesn't look like Yallop is going to blow everyone away with some avant garde tactical system. Although the lineups have changed, in the first two games we saw tactical variations of familiar set ups, even if the advertised 4-1-4-1 was never totally deployed. We saw a cautious balance between MLS veterans and excited young guns.
In the media, we've seen a focus on working hard and coming together as a team - like the tactics and team selection, it's a communications strategy that isn't going to draw too much attention.
But don't let the low key approach fool you. Yallop's project with the Fire is massive. Whether he ends up tearing through the league like Guardiola, or taking a few steps back, like Moyes, certainly Yallop's plan must be taken seriously for the long term. Change might be part of the game, but plans in this game only work when they're given time to come to.
How is it that Quincy Amarikwa doesn't have a neutral gear? What super power would he like to possess? Also, what exactly is #QuincyTime?
Answers to all these questions in Both Sides of the Badge, presented by Quaker:
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After a lackluster performance last weekend out in LA, the Fire are in Portland for what should be a much sterner test against a Timbers team unbeaten in home regular season play for over a year (1:30pm CT on My50 / TWCWI). The Timbers will also be looking to avenge the 2-2 draw in the team's only meeting last season where a brilliant Fire comeback left Caleb Porter seething. Here are some things to look out for from a tactical perspective.
A tweak in formation option A: Packing the midfield
Against a Portland team playing their usual 4-3-3 formation, a safer option for the Fire, especially away from home, is to play another holding midfielder alongside Jeff Larentowicz in an attempt to pack the midfield. Portland rely on late runs from players like Will Johnson and another holding midfielder would ensure the Fire would be able to track these runs more effectively.
Logan Pause would be the prime candidate to partner Larentowicz in the engine room. Portland always look to get playmaker Diego Valeri on the ball and rely on his through balls to create many of the team's chances. Pause and Larentowicz read the game extremely well and are masters at intercepting the kind of balls Valeri will be looking to play.
This option requires that the Fire drop one of its attacking players, which in this case could be Chris Rolfe who is battling an injury. The approach could be seen as a negative one, but playing against a team unbeaten at home for over a year and one that scored the third highest amount of goals in the league last season, the Men in Red also need be realistic.
A tweak in formation option B: Eliminating the target striker
A more progressive option for the Fire this weekend would be eliminating the target striker completely in favor of a smaller and quicker attack. This move would see Juan Luis Anangono, a player isolated during large stretches of last weekend's match, drop to the bench in favor of a quicker, more dynamic player such as Quincy Amarikwa, a player on the cusp of a starting eleven place.
In last weekend's match against the Union, Portland were undone on more than a few occasions by some neat and quick interplay by the Philly midfielders and strikers. With this smaller formation, the Fire will have more opportunities to play this type of game.
The interplay between players such as Duka, Rolfe, Joya, Amarikwa, Alex and Nyarko could certainly cause the Timbers problems with Benji Joya's goal last week serving as a classic example of this: Amarikwa playing a brilliant through ball to Alex who in turn found Joya at the back post for a tap in finish.
While this formation would certainly make the Fire quicker, it should also provide the Men in Red with an opportunity to have more possession and even slow the game down at times, especially if the away team manages to take the lead. With possession below 45% in last week's loss, an emphasis on keeping more of the ball is also necessary.
Set pieces: a weakness for both teams
Both the Fire and Timbers have had problems defending set pieces in the past and that was apparent again during the first match of the season for both teams. Fire defender Bakary Soumare admitted fault after his mark was able to head home the winner for Chivas while Portland also gave up a goal from a corner against the Union.
The Fire's defensive play from crosses and set pieces was certainly suspect last weekend and coach Frank Yallop made no secret of his disappointment at how his team gave up goals in this manner.
Though Portland are not a very big team, players like Diego Valeri and Gaston Fernandez are some of the best set piece takers in the league and a more cohesive performance by the Fire back four is needed on Sunday afternoon. On the other side of the ball, with the Timbers also looking frail on set pieces, I expect the Fire to load the box when the dead ball opportunities arise.
Prediction: 1-1 with the Fire goal coming from Alex
Stephen Piggott is a contributor to Chicago-Fire.com. Follow him on Twitter @irish_steve
WATCH: Clint Mathis on what it will take to earn a result in Portland
Quincy Amarikwa has become somewhat of a statistical phenomenon in his time with the Chicago Fire.
Throughout his six seasons in MLS, Amarikwa has collected his paycheck in a super-sub role, bringing that extra bit of energy to go at defenders when his team is looking for a goal. Amarikwa has just 14 starts in 82 MLS appearances, nearly half of which (6) came with Toronto FC in 2012.
While he could always help generate some offense, Amarikwa's stat line wasn't anything too special during his first four MLS seasons, tallying four goals and four assists in 67 regular season games for San Jose, Colorado and Toronto FC between 2009-2012.
Flash forward to last year the way he earned his spot with the Fire. in a preseason friendly against San Jose in Santa Barbara, Calif. Amarikwa, who joined the team at their preseason training base earlier that day, ended up coming in for the final 15 minutes of a 0-0 deadlock.
Amarikwa made the most of his short time on the field, earning a penalty that was eventually converted by Jeff Larentowicz to give the team a 1-0 victory over the Quakes.
Those 15 minutes earned him a contract with the club and were the start of what has become dubbed as "Quincy Time", i.e., the short amount of time Amarikwa has to work with in order to produce offense.
This bore out over the course of last season when the veteran MLS forward racked up the best goals to minutes ratio in MLS, tallying three in just 299 minutes or .90 goals per 90 minutes.
With his goal in Sunday's 3-2 defeat at Chivas USA, his scoring rate with the Fire actually increased to 1.08 per 90 minutes. Meaning in theory, statistically, Amarikwa is good for at least a goal a game.
In 332 minutes with the Fire, Amarikwa has matched the goal total he racked up playing 1958 minutes over his previous four MLS seasons.
So what's the craziest part of all this?
He's never started a match for the Fire, making 15 MLS appearances in just over a year. After consulting the TrueCar Player Registry, aside from newbie Benji Joya, Amarikwa is the only player in club history to score a goal without having started an MLS match.
Furthermore, Amarikwa has never even played a full half for the Men in Red – the most minutes logged in one game has been 43, which came in the 4-1 destruction of D.C. United on July 20 last season. Even though he didn't score in that game, he did earn the penalty kick that Mike Magee converted for Fire goal number four.
He's also scored each of his last three appearances for the Fire, dating back to a 3-0 win last October at D.C. United.
Amarikwa has surely done well enough in his short minutes with the Fire to earn more playing time and perhaps even his first start. Surely it'll come at some point this season and when it does, his impressive goals to minutes ratio will inevitably drop.
Still, it's hard to argue against seeing more "Quincy Time".
WATCH: Quincy Amarikwa's body of work for the Chicago Fire


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England: home to beautiful blue flag beaches, pleasant pastures, great food and the quintessential cosy holiday cottage. Luckily for you, you've just stumbled upon the country's finest selection of self-catering holiday cottages- bravo! Rent a self-catering holiday cottage in England from Sykes Cottages and get ready for a holiday like no other. As a country, England comprises everything you could want from a great holiday destination, but let's start with its beaches.
Book a cottage near a beach in England
Wrapped in a ribbon of soft sand and striking, rocky cliffs, England's coast is one of the most inspiring in the world. From the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall to the beautiful, barren bays of Northumbria, there are some truly wonderful swathes of sand to saunter on during your self-catering English holiday. Rent a cottage in Norfolk to enjoy a family holiday within a stone's throw of some of the county's best beaches, including Hunstanton, Great Yarmouth and Cromer. Or, try Yorkshire, whose coastline boasts six blue flag beaches.
Revel in the charm of the English countryside
When you rent a self-catering holiday home in England, one thing is guaranteed: great scenery. The country boasts ten distinct National Parks, covering around ten percent of the overall land area. So, if you're into walking, cycling, kayaking or quite frankly any outdoorsy pursuit, you're sure to find somewhere to suit you with a self-catering cottage in England. For wonderfully picturesque surroundings, head to the Lake District, an expanse of mountains and waterways in the North West. Or, opt for a cottage rental in the Cotswolds, where charming fells and pretty villages dot the landscape.
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And then, there's its townscape. Steeped in history, heritage and culture, England has a wealth of fascinating towns and cities to explore and discover. From York to London, Norwich to Chester, you'll find lots to do during your self-catering holiday in England- far too much, in fact, for us to list here...
To find out what else you can look forward to during your holiday in England, book a self-catering cottage holiday today with Sykes Cottages. We've over 1,000 self-catering holiday cottages to rent in England, so choose your favourite spot and your favourite English holiday cottage today!
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GRATUITOUS ISLES/PENS VIDEO MONTAGERecapping Last Year's Craziness
I'll be back with a formal game preview later this morning. For right now, let's take a walk down memory lane and revisit last season's "I'm mad as hell and I'm not going to take it anymore" moment.
OCTOBER 15, 2010: Letang nails Comeau
Way back at the beginning of last season, the Islanders were in Pittsburgh. The Pen's Kris Letang laid out Blake Comeau with a big hit which was originally deemed an illegal hit to the head, resulting in a 5-minute major and game misconduct. The league would eventually rescind the penalty, saying replays showed it was not a hit to the head.
FEBRUARY 2, 2011: Setting the stage
The Islanders wouldn't forget the hit on Comeau and the Penguins game them a serious reminder when the teams met in February. Max Talbot leveled Comeau twice, with a certifiably clean hit and one less so, in the first period.
The Islanders played well but got shutout 3-0 that night in Pittsburgh. As time was running down, Matt Cooke ran into Rick DiPietro. The Islanders took exception to it but DiPietro would have his own battle with Pens' goalie Brent Johnson.
FEBRUARY 11, 2011: Welcome to Fight Club
The Islanders were sick and tired of a season of getting pushed around by the Penguins and that came to a head on February 11th as the teams met for the third time in three weeks. This was the Battle Royale and feel-good moment of the year for the fanbase. Regardless of whether or not the fights were warranted, you had to be happy seeing the team stand up for itself in such a way.


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SACKETS HARBOR Grow local. Buy local. Be local.
That was the message many vendors and attendees shared Saturday at the third annual Made in New York Festival, which was held from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on the grounds of Madison Barracks.
Weve got plenty of room to grow, said Corry J. Lawler, property owner. Theres a lot of positive things this could generate.
One of them already is that the event acts as a fundraiser for Meals on Wheels, which serves hundreds of meals per week to the elderly and disabled in the Watertown area, and the Watertown Urban Mission, which operates six major programs to help thousands of people each month.
Throughout the past two years the festival has generated $12,500 for Meals on Wheels. The mission was a new partner this year.
Bradley K. and Laurie J. Lundquist, Deer River, said they attended the festival to support local agencies and businesses, which is something they often do.
We came two years ago and liked it, and all of the activities going on, Mrs. Lundquist said.
The event had more than 80 vendors and several bands, including the blues-rock legends Foghat. The Lundquists picked up some cheese curd from Bechaz Riverdale Cheese, Clayton, and wine from wineries along the Thousand Islands Seaway Wine Trail. Mrs. Lundquist said she prefers fresh, local cheese and Croghan bologna.
While several vendors sold their metal craft work, jewelry, wood carvings, fishing lures, maple syrup, spice rubs and other products from throughout Jefferson County, a few were from neighboring counties or elsewhere throughout the state. Joes Jerky, out of Sherrill, and Montezuma Winery, out of Seneca Falls, were among the vendors that traveled long distances. Randy and Denise LaMay, owners of River Myst Winery, Ogdensburg, said the festival gave them a chance to draw out-of-towners to a peek of commerce in St. Lawrence County.
This is our opportunity to reach out-of-town customers who might not reach out to the north country, Mrs. LaMay said, as she pointed out the couples signature grapefruit wine. We are a part of the Thousand Islands Seaway Wine Trail, and a presence at events like this makes people aware of that.
Made in New York was also a chance to network, she said, and build relationships with other vendors.
Timothy J. and Robin G. Hannon, owners of Timmy Crack Corn Produce, Rodman, have showcased their jams, jellies, pies, cookies, fudge, syrup, jewelry and bows since the festival began.
It gets you out there, Mrs. Hannon said. People are very conscious now of supporting local. Local business is the heart of America, and it needs to be emphasized more.
Made in New York also featured free shuttle bus service from the Ramada Inn and Holiday Inn Express in Watertown, and a classic and vintage automobile cruise-in presented by Highway Legends Classic Auto Club.
Mr. Lawler said several dozen volunteers helped put the festival together. Last year, he said, the festival attracted about 8,000 people.
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The Native American art of making apple heads is both easy and fun. Follow these instructions for a creative fall craft.
- Choose a big apple and start by peeling it.
- Then, with a sharp knife, form the nose, make eye sockets, and cut a line for the mouth.
- Carve around the mouth to accentuate the cheeks, and make some lines around the eyes and on the forehead.
- Soak the head in lemon juice for about ½ hour (so it doesn't turn brown) before hanging it to dry.
- When the head is almost dry, add peppercorn or bean eyes. Use your imagination to make some hair and a body to go with the head.
If you have a photo of an apple head, please upload it to our e-card gallery here! We'd love to feature it on this page.


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The Book Cellar is operated by the Friends of the Library. It is located in the basement and open to all.
Pre-school story time is meant for children ages 3-5 who have had more experience in a group setting. They may be more likely to interact with the storyteller. The parent may stay with their child or if the child feels comfortable, the parent may take that time to browse for books.
This story time session is meant to last 30-45 minutes. The librarian may use more than 2 books, and ask and expect more conversation from the children. A short film (less than 10 minutes) will be shown, as well. The child will make a craft and should be able to work more independently to finish it. Please remember that all children are unique and develop at their own pace.
The Book Cellar is operated by the Friends of the Library. It is located in the basement and open to all.
Mother Goose Story Time is for children ages 6 months up to 4 years old. Children will learn nursery rhymes, sing songs, and do finger play. Older siblings may come along, and no reservations are required!
Join some of the Friends for sewing and quilting in the Copernicus Room on the first floor. Every skill level is welcome. A new technique will be discussed at each meeting. Bring your ideas.


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Submission 3dfx Voodoo graphic cards emulation coming to DOSB->
KingofGnG writes: One of the forthcoming versions of the best PC-with-DOS emulator out there should include a very important architectural novelty, ie the software implementation of the historical Voodoo Graphics chipset created by 3dfx Interactive in the Nineties. "Kekko", the programmer working on the project with the aid of the DOSBox crew and the coding-capable VOGONS users, says that his aim is the complete and faithful emulation of SST-1, the first Voodoo chipset marketed in 1996 inside the first 3D graphics accelerated cards on the PC.
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