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The list of the features you want in your new home is personal and, no doubt, as long as your arm. The most important of these items are known as "hot buttons" in the real estate business, and not all buyers have the same ones. From the must-have hardwood floors to the I'll-just-be-miserable-without-a-gourmet-kitchen, hot button lists help homebuyers narrow down the list of houses to view. If you're planning on buying a home, compile your list of what to look for, whittle it down to only those items on which you will not compromise, and then make sure your real estate agent gets a copy.
1. Put the Horse Before the Cart
Figuring out how much house you can afford and then getting financing for your purchase are the first considerations when buying a home. Before you can look for that perfect kitchen, you need to make sure it fits in your budget. To determine what you can afford, you'll need to calculate:
- your available cash for a down payment
- your current debt
- your monthly income
- other ongoing monthly expenses
Some buyers check their credit reports and obtain their FICO® score to get an idea of where they stand financially. If there are only a few dings on your credit history, it's a good idea to take care of them before applying for a loan. Better credit means a lower rate on your mortgage loan.
2. Choosing Your Community
Choosing your ideal town or city is only part of the decision-making process. Now, it's time to narrow down the choice to a particular area, then a neighborhood or two. Local crime statistics can be had by visiting online sites such as the Department of Justice, or by placing a phone call to the local police department. Drive through neighborhoods during different times of the day and week to look for traffic flow, noise levels and other activity. If you get lucky, you may find neighbors outdoors and you can stop and chat with them about what it's like to live in the neighborhood.
3. Don't Forget the Exterior Features
It's easy to be overwhelmed by a house you've fallen in love with and become blinded to the more practical aspects of actually owning it. Lot size and landscaping are important considerations when buying a home and often overlooked in favor of the home's interior. Who is going to mow that acre of lawn? Are the trees going to lose their leaves every autumn, and, if so, do you think you'll be in the mood to dig out the rake and clean them up? Or, will gardener's fees be in your future? If so, you may need to do some research to determine the monthly cost of a gardener and add that to your potential house payment. The same goes for the pool. Pools require weekly to bi-weekly maintenance. If you don't know how to do it yourself, you'll need to hire someone, adding more to the monthly cost of owning the home.
4. Energy and Utilities Add Up
If you'll be moving to a new area you most likely aren't up to speed on how much residents typically pay for utilities every month. Depending on where you are buying a home, your power, gas and water bills may come as a shock. Las Vegans, for instance, pay upwards of $300 a month to cool their homes in the summer – a $500 power bill is not out of the ordinary. Ask the seller how much she uses her utilities and what her average bills are. Power companies may also divulge this information.
If you are concerned about high energy costs, look for homes with improved weather-proofing, energy-efficient appliances and updated electrical wiring.
5. Consult a Psychic … or at Least Consider Resale Value
This home may be the biggest investment you make in your life, so dig deep down inside to find your inner investor. Just as you wouldn't pour a ton of money into the stock market before performing due diligence, don't purchase a home purely on emotion. Do some research to try to determine the home's future desirability. The city planning office is a good place to look for information. Ask about future development plans for the area. Nearby electric power plants, transformer stations and landfills may depreciate the value of the house you want to purchase, so consider carefully what may happen in the future.


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Local sports teams want to play.
The Frontier League boys tennis season starts this week, despite a slow start to the spring sports campaign. Players have had few opportunities to practice outside due to cold, wet weather, and the first tennis matches on Tuesday were postponed due to rain.
The league features six teams and no coaching changes from last year.
Alexandria, which went undefeated and captured the Section 3 Class C-2 title last season, will have to adjust to several changes to its roster, however.
The Purple Ghosts lost four out of their top seven players to graduation, including all three singles players (Shawn Martin, Elliot Dunn and Riley Thomson). Martin and Dunn were league tournament champions at first and second singles, respectively. Alexandria returns Ryan Cullen and Ryan Charlebois, who played first doubles last season.
Watertown, which captured the league tournament title last year, welcomes back first singles player David Zabriskie. He has been playing on the varsity team since he was in seventh grade and could emerge as the top player in the league.
The Cyclones also lost several key members to graduation, including second and third singles players Mark Taylor and George Bonisteel. Coach Brian Morrisons team will rely on Eric Gibbs and Chris Patterson for added strength.
Sam Purcell will play first singles for Immaculate Heart Central for the second season, and sophomore Erick Torres returns to fill the top spot for the third year at Indian River.
Carthage, which graduated 11 of 15 from last seasons roster, has no returning players. The Comets will be led at first and second singles by Sam Kim and Jacob Zehr. Expected to play doubles are Andrew Benson and Gabe Acosta, and Patrick Farley and Steve Ong.
Greg Panowicz is back to play first singles for Lowville. Collin Stewart, who played second singles last year, has a broken thumb and may be out for the season. Lowville coach Jim Rhodes says hes hoping Stewart will be cleared to play by the second week of matches.
Heres a look at all the Frontier League teams:
Alexandria Purple Ghosts
Coach: Terry Satterley (24th season, 13th coaching boys).
2012 record: 11-0, 10-0.
Roster: Ryan Cullen (Sr.), Ryan Charlebois (So.), Ben Nelson (So.), Garrett Bass (Fr.), Matt Bass (Fr.), Dan Gionet (Fr.), Zakariya Imdad (Fr.), Parker Garlock (Fr.), Kyle Gionet (7th).
Carthage Comets
Coach: Rich Lajoie (2nd season).
2012 record: 5-5.
Roster: Gabe Acosta (Sr.), Andrew Benson (Sr.), Keegan Willis (Sr.), Sam Kim (Jr.), Kevin Madison (Jr.), Steven Ong (Jr.), Jacob Zehr (Jr.), Chris Mckinney (Jr.), Patrick Farley (Fr.).
Immaculate Heart Central Cavaliers
Coach: Rick Snow (7th season, 4th coaching boys).
2012 record: 5-6, 5-5.
Roster: Davon Carrington (Sr.), Sam Purcell (Sr.), Justin Frechette (Jr.), An Le (Jr.), Brian Nian (Jr.), Alex Webb (Jr.), Daniel Snow (7th).
Indian River Warriors
Coach: Patricia Gorman (9th season, 5th coaching boys).
2012 record: 0-10.
Roster: Robert Belles (Sr.), Dakota Cook (Sr.), Logan Hand (Sr.), Jacob LaClair (Sr.), Justin Mattingly (Sr.), Jacob Young (Sr.), Tristin Blanchard (So.), Van Cao (So.), Damon Roberson (So.), Erick Torres (So.), Daverick Wagstaff (So.), James Kessler (Fr.), Noah LaClair (Fr.).
Lowville Red Raiders
Coach: Jim Rhodes (18th season, 5th coaching boys).
2012 record: 2-8.
Roster: Wyatt Carpenter (Sr.), Greg Panowicz (Sr.), Dan Austin (Jr.), Colin Farquhar (Jr.), Nathan Munger (Jr.), Collin Stewart (Jr.), Nathan DuVall (Fr.), Jarett Rhodes (Fr.), Bryan Costella (8th), Christian Delaney (8th).
Watertown Cyclones
Coach: Brian Morrison (17th season, 9th coaching boys).
2012 record: 7-3.
Roster: Joseph Hendrie (Sr.), Alexander Horeth (Sr.), Jeffrey MacDonald (Sr.), Kyle Orto (Sr.), Christopher Patterson (Sr.), Jeremy Reff (Sr.), Siraj Sindhu (Sr.), Shayne Watson (Sr.), David Zabriskie (Sr.), Eric Gibbs (Jr.), Jacob Roux (Jr.), Griffen Elliott (So.), Keven Sanchez (So.), Joshua Elmer (Fr.), John Hoefler (Fr.), Andrew Saunders (Fr.), Cyrus Warren (Fr.), Julian Warren (Fr.), MacClean Crossley (8th), Jacob Medley (7th), David Saunders (7th).
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Mevotech has been a top-notch automotive aftermarket company for thirty years already. We inject the latest technology in producing our products and always keep ourselves informed of the expectations of our consumers. That is why we always make sure we present you the finest components for your automobile and provide you excellent service and customer support. Ever since we began in 1982, we have teamed up with the most efficient distribution companies to let you get easy access to our components. We are driven by our passion to give you driving success! Mevotech's superior product line is made to set the tone for today's rapidly developing automotive industry. Take a close look at our parts and catalog in the Products Section of our website.
What is a control arm?
Occasionally referred to as an "A-arm" or a "wishbone", a control arm is vital part in your vehicle's suspension system that is made of aluminum or metal. It joins the wheel to your car's frame and enables it to move independently. Control arms are sometimes called "A-arms" due to its shape that looks like the letter A. "A-arm" or "wishbone" control arms have two joints at one end and a single joint at the other end. The two joints on the control arm, which are at the bottom of the A, attach to your automobile's frame, while the third joint connects to the spindle.
There is also another kind of control arm that normally functions as a rear control arm. This type may consist of a bushing on one end and a joint on the other end of a metal or an aluminum bar. It may also feature a bar with two bushings or one with a bushing and an attachment. There are upper and lower control arms in your vehicle, and they are the parts that allow the front wheels to change direction. They may come with or without the ball joint as an entire unit, depending on your car's model.
What is a spindle?
A spindle is a fundamental part of the steering knuckle that is also called a stub axle or a shaft. It is a cast piece of steel that has an extended machined spud, where the wheel hub and bearings rest. The spindle is also the primary unit of your automobile's suspension system, and is commonly attached between the upper and lower control arms. Rear-wheel and four-wheel drive vehicles usually have spindles.
What does a control arm do?
The control arm is the part of your vehicle that allows your front wheels to turn and change direction. It is a suspension part that attaches the wheel to your automobile's frame and enables it to move independently. Basically, the control arm acts as a "link" between the frame and the wheels. It functions as a hinge to let the wheels go up and down independently of the chassis. Control arms work together with coil springs. A coil spring is placed between the lower control arm and the car's frame. During instances when the wheel revolves into a depression or dip, the control arms go down and the springs expand. The spring force gets the wheel and the control arms back into proper position once the wheel gets to a flat surface.
The purpose of this is to permit the wheel to move up and down while keeping the frame, body, and passengers in an even and smooth position. Crucial for the control arm to function correctly are the control arm bushings. The control arm bushings give a pivot point from the control arm throughout suspension travel. They also serve to sustain the vertical and lateral location of the control arm pivot points. In addition, control arm bushings also reduce transmitted noise, maintain active wheel alignment, lessen road shock and vibration, and create resistance to suspension movement.
Why Mevotech Control Arms?
The Mevotech Supreme Control Arm program presents the widest and most complete coverage that you can find in the aftermarket. Having more than 250 SKU's, the Mevotech Supreme Control Arm program gives coverage for Domestic, European, Asian, and Light Truck applications. More than 180 of these items come inclusive of Supreme Ball Joints and bushings to provide you more significant value. With these remarkable upgrades, Mevotech gives you a quicker and easier way of installing them, cutting installation time to 60%. Plus, you get the superb quality and excellent functionality that Mevotech always delivers.
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What is a ball joint?
Ball joints are vital components of your automobile's steering system. A ball joint is basically a flexible joint. It is a threaded stud on one end a ball on the other end. The ball is placed in a steel socket and a sintered-iron or nylon bearing is between them. Certain ball joints have a spring that exerts force towards the ball to take up any play. A ball joint is sealed with a rubber boot or a similar kind of heavy-duty material to prevent dust and water from getting inside it and keep lubricant in. Almost all ball joints are lubricated through a grease fitting or detachable plug. On a common automotive application, there are normally two lower and two upper ball joints. They are typically mounted in the external ends of the front suspension control arms. But if your vehicle has a McPherson strut suspension, only a single ball joint is utilized and is located at the outer end of each lower control arm.
What does it do?
The ball joint is basically called what it is due to its ball-and-socket assembly. This component functions mainly in two ways: it enables a rotating motion while the angle of the revolving axis changes and it is a suspension part that attaches the steering knuckle to either control arm to permit it to pivot in different directions. Ball joints operate as pivots to allow the front wheels to turn. They also balance the varying wheel and steering geometries that normally occur as you drive.
How does it work?
The dynamics of ball joints are very plain. Ball joints are placed on the external ends of control arms in the front suspension. They give a pivoting joint that attaches the steering knuckle to the control arms that can only go up or down or swing sideways. This enables the steering knuckle and wheel to rotate in and out during steering. There is a spindle on the steering knuckle, and it is where the wheel is connected.
How do I know I need ball joints?
Due to the fact that ball joints are essential to your steering, the first things you will notice are those that are related to your steering. If you are experiencing a delayed steering response or getting inconsistent steering, it may indicate that your ball joints are in poor condition. Uneven tire wear or hearing certain knocking noises from the front end when you turn sharply or when driving through rough roads are also symptoms that your ball joints are in bad shape. Because ball joints are hard to check without the using special tools, the wisest thing to do is have a qualified technician to take a look at them.
Why Mevotech ball joints?
The main pivotal point of all suspensions needs to be highly durable. That is why Mevotech provides you the most excellent and toughest ball joint to guarantee its superb performance. All Mevotech ball joints come ready with:
- Polished exteriors to minimize friction.
- Lubrication access (where necessary) to enable fluid coating of parts and flushing abilities to eliminate contaminants.
- Top-grade boots to prevent moisture and road debris from getting to the bearing surfaces.
Mevotech ball joints also present additional features, like full ball studs to distribute load evenly and over a wide area, knurling on the housing for press-in type joints to prevent the socket from rotating, rust reducer to allow it to last a long time, and all hardware needed to accomplish the task.
Having full coverage of domestic, light truck, and import applications, Mevotech ball joints are the favorite of experts.
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What is Rack and Pinion?
When you hear people mention a Rack and Pinion, they are talking about the kind of steering an automobile has. Rack and Pinion steering is quickly turning to be the most popular kind of steering nowadays, mainly due to its simplicity. A Rack and Pinion has two key parts, which are the rack and the pinion. When a mechanic informs you that your rack and pinion needs to be replaced or rebuilt, you only have to get your Rack and Pinion assembly fixed and not your steering system directly. Your car's steering system enables you to have control the direction of your vehicle as you drive it. What makes this possible is the linkage that attaches the steering wheel to the steerable wheels and tires. Each steering system is either manual or power, which means that when the driver is the only one applying force on the steering wheel, it is a manual steering system. When an automobile utilizes a hydraulic pump or an electric motor to help the driver, it has a power steering system. But, regardless of whether your car has manual or power steering, the basic function remains the same. Once you turn the steering wheel, the movement is transmitted to a steering gear that is called a Rack and Pinion gear.
What is a Rack?
The rack, which is known as a steering rack, is a piece of metal that is long and flat on one side. The flat side has teeth throughout the length of the rack. The teeth are shaped in a perpendicular way to the rack's edges, so they are side by side and run the along the length of the rack. A tie rod is attached at every end of the rack.
What is a Pinion?
Rack and pinion components are also composed of other elements. They have inner and outer tie rods, bearings, rubber boots, and bushings. The bushings and bearings are all part of the gear assemblies' inner functions. The rubber boots serve to keep dust and dirt from getting inside the system. Let's see how all these components work together. The rack and pinion assembly operates to achieve two things:
- It changes the rotary motion of the steering wheel into a linear motion that is needed to turn the wheels in either direction
- It gives a gear reduction that allows it to turn the wheels more easily
The pinion is found inside an assembly that consists of some bearings, seals, lock nuts, and adjusting screws. The bearings permit an unhindered turning of the pinion and the seals keep it from getting contaminated by dirt, grime, and dust. The lock nuts and adjusting screws enable the pinion to be properly tuned.
The rack is found in a steering rack housing that also includes a set of bearings, boots, and seals that function the same way as they do with the pinion. An inner tie rod extends to the wheels on both edges of the rack. The rubber boots are there to keep them from getting contaminated. The inner tie rods connect to certain outer tie rods that are joined to the steering knuckles, which attach the steering system to the wheels.
The pinion shaft is attached to the steering column and every time the driver turns the steering wheel, the pinion responds in a counter-clockwise motion. The steering wheel revolves a gear that engages the rack. As the gear is rotating, it slides the rack to the left or to the right, depending on where the wheel is turned by the driver. To put it simply, if you turn the steering wheel to the left, the rack moves right causing the wheels to go left. Take note that this is from a driver's point of view.
How do I know I need a Rack and Pinion unit?
Even though the Rack and Pinion assembly is a simple system, some issues regarding it can still arise. A leak is a common problem among Rack concerns. It can be caused by a tear or a rip in the rubber boots, worn-out seals, or wear in the housing. When you experience leaking in this system, you can see a puddle of liquids beneath your vehicle that isn't black (engine oil), green (radiator fluid), or clear (liquid from the air conditioner). Poor steering, feathered tire wear, and straight ahead stability can be due to damaged inner or outer tie rods. When you hear a "clunking" or thumping sound, it may be because the rack mounting bushings are in bad shape. If you notice any of these signs, it would be advisable to let a mechanic check your steering system.
Why Mevotech Rack and Pinion Units?
Due to the current popularity of the Rack and Pinion steering, there is a high demand for top-quality Rack and Pinion units in the market. A main priority of Mevotech is to produce the finest Rack assembly possible. Each Rack and Pinion unit that we manufacture goes through strict procedures to make sure that we have the best in the industry:
- All racks are completely vacuum tested with a special fluid mix to guarantee no microscopic leaks
- All racks are completely pressure tested at both ends to guarantee optimum performance
- All racks are cleaned with a special vibratory cleaner to minimize contaminants
- All rack components are made using highly durable plastics, rubbers, and polymers
Having more than 700 SKU's available on domestic, light truck, and import applications, Mevotech Rack and Pinion Units are what experts prefer.
Mevotech is proud to announce the introduction of the new X-factor racks coming soon!
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What is a strut mount?
Almost all current front-wheel drive automobiles have some kind of strut suspension system. A popular one is the McPherson Strut Suspension. Strut mounts, also called bearing plates, are very important in the suspension chain as they attach a vehicle's strut system to the body of a car, van, or truck. The McPherson system has a mount between the chassis and the strut at the upper strut attachment point. Strut mounts are available in varying sizes and shapes. They are normally made of steel and rubber and function as vibration dampeners and help keep the suspension well-supported.
What is a strut?
A strut is an ordinary kind of damper that is utilized on independent suspension, front-wheel drive automobiles, and certain rear-wheel drive vehicles. Struts are used instead of shock absorbers, which are the usual suspension parts in a conventional system, and are built internally in a very similar way. A piston is attached to the end of a piston rod and works against hydraulic liquid to control the movement of the spring and suspension. The base of the strut body attaches to the steering knuckle, which is connected to a lower control arm assembly through a ball joint. Struts are normally made up of a coil spring that carries the weight of an automobile, a strut housing to give support for the assembly, and a damping unit in the housing to control the movement of the spring and suspension.
Why is it called a McPherson Strut system?
Earle S. McPherson of General Motors was able to come up with the McPherson strut in 1947. During that time, accountants were the ones who indirectly designed and developed all General Motor automobiles. If the cost of a vehicle was too expensive or if it hadn't undergone testing, then its production would not push through. It took some time before ground-breaking advancements, like the McPherson strut system, became available in the market because they couldn't be proven on a spreadsheet until they have been manufactured. Because of this kind of system, Earle McPherson left General Motors in 1950 and began to work with Ford U.K., where his design was immediately incorporated on the 1950 models!
How does it work?
Strut mounts serve two key functions. They are vibration dampeners and also permit the struts to pivot as needed when wheels of a vehicle are turned. Strut mounts have to be flexible enough to withstand slight angle changes and have the ability to dampen the movement of the upper end of the strut. The strut mount shifts the automobile's load to the strut and spring, which makes the strut mount into a load carrier and the lower ball joint into a follower.
How do I know I need some?
Strut mounts that are in poor condition can cause handling, vibration, and ride-quality issues. There are different visual, audible, and performance-related signs that may point out that your strut mounts are worn-out. Other symptoms that may indicate that your strut mounts need to be replaced are: excessive roll or sway on corners, thumping sounds, stiffness in steering, uneven tire wear, and sagging or damaged rubber mounts. If you notice any of these things in your automobile, it would be best to have your strut mounts checked by an experienced mechanic.
Why Mevotech Strut Mounts?
Due to the fact that strut mounts are the most important components of a suspension system, Mevotech makes sure that they produce them with the highest quality. That is why Mevotech strut mounts are the finest ones that you can find in the market. They are exceptionally made with the following features:
- Top-grade rubber to minimize noise and vibrations
- Premium plate steel to withstand impact from road forces
- Low resistance bearings to enable effortless turning
Most applications come with hardware and bearings. Some manufacturers that sell strut mounts do not include the required components that are needed to install them. Their products may be available at lower rates, but you still have to buy other parts to be able to complete the job. Mevotech provides full coverage of make and models, and also offers strut bumpers and bellows as accessories to the strut mount line.


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The Canberra Capitals have defeated the AIS by 23 points on Wednesday night at the AIS Training Hall, in Canberra 76-53.
Michelle Cosier put up phenomenal numbers for the Capitals, top-scoring for the game with 20 points to go with 13 rebounds. Jessica Bibby added 14 points, while Carly Wilson finished with 13 points and Marianna Tolo had 12.
The AIS had a good spread of scorers also: Gretel Tippett finished with 13 points and 10 boards, while Madeleine Garrick and Rebecca Cole both finished with 11 points and Nadeen Payne added 10.
The AIS came out in the first term on a mission, winning the quarter 15-13 as the question was asked: could there be an upset brewing? That question was answered immediately, as the Capitals held the Institute to just seven points in the second quarter, putting together 22 of their own and taking a 13-point lead into the change-rooms.
Despite a much improved effort by the AIS in the third term, collecting 18 points for the quarter, the Capitals were able to extend their lead even further, taking an 18-point buffer into the last.
The fourth term was again won by the Capitals but the AIS showed plenty of spirit right up until the final buzzer, falling to the league-leaders by 23 in the end.
Canberra now moves to 10-1 on the 2010/11 season, as the chase is on can anyone catch the Capitals?


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How My Children Push Me to Grow, by Beatrice Ekwa Ekoko
Life is about learning and growing and changing. Most times, we'll resist like the dickens. Having to change is unpleasant. It's hard. But with unschooling, there is less chance of evading change because the kids force us to.
So. You've set the wheels in motion: you've invited your children to explore, to investigate; to question everything. Don't be surprised when that fine probing ability you've helped them to cultivate, focuses on you! Perhaps you were secretly hoping they'd turn out like you? A tiny bit? Ha! Their interests and concerns, what they dream about may be very far from what you hoped for them.
What's more, in my case, I've always been described as "stubborn" by family members and more kindly as having a "strong personality" by friends. I'm an outspoken person when it comes to issues I'm passionate about–like freedom in education, for example–and I'm not one to 'give an inch' when those views are contested. As it happens, this description fits my daughters–each in her own way–to a tee.
I'll also admit there's an edge of self-righteousness I have around how things are "supposed to be" that rears its ugly head every now and then. So what happens when the kids challenge your beliefs? What happens when they're in opposition to what you uphold? In an unschooling context, how do you deal with that?
Thinking About Freedom, by Kate Fridkis
The question I circle around until I'm dizzy is always this: how much freedom is too much?
Before I had Eden, the question was more of a theoretical exercise, an indulgent investigation of my own character. How important was it that my mom reminded me to write in my journal every day when I was a little kid? Maybe she should've made me do more math? Would I be better at life now, if she had? Even though of course I could be better, I'm mostly comfortable with myself the way I am. But when it comes to my daughter's upbringing, the stakes feel higher, the question less casual, more crucial.
I should pause here, and try to define what I mean when I say "freedom."
It is an individual's ability to choose.
For me, in the context of my everyday life, freedom is the ability to choose to avoid arbitrary restrictions.
It's not easy to identify enormous, familiar, popular restrictions as arbitrary, but when you do you can suddenly tell the difference between the necessary and the merely normative. What a refreshing, lonely distinction.
The homeschooling community has been known to reassure itself and everyone else, "Look! Homeschoolers are winning awards all the time!" Sometimes grateful alt-ed parents write to me, relieved that I got into the Ivy League. It's nice to prove that we can rise to the top of society, that we can fit in, even when we start out unconventionally.
Character Development: Life Education, by John Taylor Gatto
The first quality of virtuous character mentioned by Aristotle is COURAGE. When I proposed to my classes that we attempt to develop this, they responded enthusiastically. But how to begin? Since courage is the opposite of COWARDICE, each student had first to identify as many areas of physical and psychological cowardice he or she was possibly subject to, so what followed in practice could be custom-tailored to meet individual needs.
Suppose, for example, that Jose was a physical coward who found pain in any quantity unendurable? Then one likely approach might be to embed Jose in an environment of mild physical pain in company with comrades who disregarded pain and could be emulated, perhaps membership in a sandlot football team or in a long-distance hiking club. Group imagination can be drawn upon for other ideas; suppose the cowardice to be "treated" lies in inability to talk with members of the opposite sex?–a common malady among teens. Forced fraternization of boys and girls on interesting adventures–say, a day at an amusement park or a long-distance train ride–usually worked to ameliorate the condition.
Among other character elements Aristotle singled out for special attention in building noble character were: PATIENCE, possession of PROPER AMBITION, MODESTY, the skill of FRIENDLY CONVERSATION, TEMPERANCE, GENEROSITY, an ability to CUT A FINE FIGURE, CONFIDENCE, ADEQUACY in all social situations, POLITE MANNERS, a SENSE OF SHAME, RIGHTEOUS INDIGNATION when principles are violated, SELF-RESPECT, AMIABILITY without obsequiousness, and JUSTICE.
The World Really is My Oyster, by Jennifer Miller
I'm Hannah Miller, a 17 year old lover of life and learning, and I'm the oldest child in a family of six. I'm known for my fascination with musical instruments and literature, as well as my tendency to look a bit like a forest elf. I have a serious case of wanderlust, and it only seems to be growing stronger the longer I travel.
Five years ago, my parents, Jennifer and Tony Miller, whisked me and my three younger brothers off on an adventure that would change our lives. The plan: to cycle around Europe and Northern Africa for a year, living simply (we camped in tents the entire way) and learning about the various cultures we interacted with along the way. My parents believed (and still do) that it was important to our educations that we travel early on in life, in order to see the world for ourselves and be able to draw our own conclusions about the things we learned along the way. Afterwards, we would return to the States and go back to living a "normal" life. Ezra, my youngest brother, was five at the time. As you might imagine, making the transition to living on the road was not easy to begin with. I was a reluctant 11 year old who'd only read about the European countries and wasn't sure about leaving my friends behind. I was in love with the forests surrounding our lovely house in New England, and selling the place for an uncertain future was a drastic change.
The Heart Follows the Eyes, by Erin LaBelle
I recently decided to register for a fiction writing class. The class is designed as a weekly writing workshop and although I have written along the way as a journalist, I thought this would be more imaginative and creative. I hoped it would put me in the midst of writers talking writing and would inspire me to create the children's books that have resided in my mind for too many years to count.
For the past few weeks, I have gathered with a small group on campus and talked about the craft of writing while analyzing short stories our teacher assigned, mostly from The Best American Short Stories 2013. The first week's reading pretty much put me in a state of shock and I began to wonder if in order to be successful, a story also had to be disturbing. The next week's stories proved to be as disturbing, if not more so, than the first assignment, and after discussing the short stories during our next meeting, I asked my professor this question. Do stories have to be disturbing to be considered successful? She looked surprised and said that an ordinary, functional life would not be interesting and the reason she reads is to know that there are others with problems, which assures her she is not alone in the struggle of life. What I find disturbing actually comforts her. Odd, I thought, and went home to ask my husband if there was something wrong with us.
I am Open to Conflict, by Nadine LeBean
Whenever I need to learn something really well, I teach it. That is what has brought me to you today. I need to remember and fully believe what has worked and what has not worked with helping my children to resolve conflict. Even among unschoolers it is not uncommon to hear that people are struggling with their children not getting along…
As I write this, winter seems to have us inside a lot. Lately, our house has been tense. I cringe at the sounds of children fighting in the next room. I squish up my face and wish it would just stop. Why can't they just get along? Because they are children? Sure, but I have met adults who need to learn to resolve conflict, too. It seems almost to be an epidemic as people angrily project their emotions and expectations on to one another and my wonderful children have been no exception.
As unschoolers we are together a lot, a lot more than most families. Much of that time is spent without a directed activity or goal. Without the distractions we are forced to really learn how to live with each other without violence, aggression or control. That is my goal. Also, when we do want to do an activity, there is much to be decided. It seems when one spawns an idea, the other three immediately want to do what that person is doing. What an amazing opportunity to learn!
My Faith Led Me to Unschooling, by Julie Polanco
While I had consulted many Christian parenting books about how to handle Hawk, we weren't seeing the results that were promised. He wasn't becoming more obedient and compliant. The "lessons" he was supposed to be learning weren't sticking and he was being punished more than he was being loved. I was worried. I didn't like what I was doing nor did I like how I felt. It seemed wrong somehow, but we did not know what else to do with him because no matter what we did, he still did the opposite of what we asked and then laughed about it. I am not proud of how we handled him. Something inside me felt that he was closing down and moving farther away from us. We were exhausted, frustrated, and at the end of our rope.
Finally, we cried out to Jesus for him and heard Him say, "Is that how I treat you? Love him unconditionally and give him grace." We had made a big mistake in looking to other people, even well-meaning people, for advice on how to discipline our son. We had neglected to consult the person who created this boy and gave him to us. Three specific times Christ talks about children and they are all preceded by "do not": do not offend, do not despise, and do not hinder them. We were guilty of all three. We eased up on our expectations of him, gave him grace, and loved on him. He gradually responded and now happily complies with our requests because, as he says, he loves us.
Climbing Mountains, by Kimberly Scheimreif
A couple of springs ago I read aloud the very inspiring story Up: A Mother and Daughter's Peakbagging Adventure by Patricia Ellis Herr. This true story is about a mother and her six year old daughter that climb mountains. The 48 mountains they climb are the 4,000 footers in New Hampshire. They manage to climb all 48 in one year. One day as I was starting to read the next chapter in Up, my son was putting wood in the wood stove, and my other child that was home at the time suggested we try to climb all of the 4,000 footers in NH. This idea of climbing the White Mountains did not seem that far fetched. The White Mountains of New Hampshire are our neighbors at about three hours away, and my inner unschooling self did not want to say we can't do that. So I suggested that maybe we could plan something, especially since summer was approaching with more moderate temperatures, and their older two siblings would be away spending time on other mountains. Their older sister, Kayla, was a junior in college taking an ecology class in the Sierra Nevadas in California, and their older brother, Kenny, was volunteering for Student Conservation Association in the Blue Ridge Mountains in North Carolina. So when we finished reading the book our planning began.
As I was going to lead our children through the woods of NH, I must admit I felt a little nervous about this. In the book there were encounters with bears, close calls with hypothermia, children getting lost, and the author mentions many other tragic historical accounts in the Whites.
You Don't Have to Unschool to Benefit from Unschooling, by Carolyn Brown Steninger
I discovered unschooling about five years ago and had been gradually changing the way I did things with my own daughters at home. I'd begun to question why, as a parent, I believed there was always only one right way and many wrong ways to do things, and that as the parent I knew better than my child which was which. Where had I learned those "answers" and what was the real purpose of training my girls to follow in the same paradigm I was raised in? The more I questioned, the more I was able to let go of things that had no real value and were unnecessarily restrictive. Some people would call it letting the kids run wild, but I was beginning to understand that it was letting the kids be kids, and that it was more than OK for kids to be kids; it was downright unfair to ask them to be anything else!
In our therapeutic riding program we have a wide variety of ages and disabilities present. Each client deals with his or her own set of challenges on a daily basis and each one has had to struggle to succeed in a world constructed around people with abilities sometimes vastly different than theirs. Most have been through a school system where they must have experienced a great deal of pressure to accommodate a system where conformity is the goal and for them it may have been a monumental task to try to measure up.
Thanks to Phil Donahue, My Immersion into John Holt Continued, by Penny Tuggle
In a previous issue of HEM I wrote about the food for thought John Holt's appearance on a 1981 episode of The Phil Donahue Show provided me. At the end of the article, I wrote that I wanted to continue this learning trail by reading the book My Country School Diary by Julia Weber Gordon, by finding out more about some of the show's homeschooling panelists, and by learning more about what John Holt was like personally.
John Holt recommended My Country School Diary in an interview videotaped in Pullman, WA. In an email exchange with Pat Farenga, John Holt's close associate and successor at Growing Without Schooling magazine, I learned that John had written an introduction to one of the editions of this rare book. The book and John's introduction can be found in their entirety at www.arvindguptatoys.com/arvindgupta/SchoolDiary.pdf
Julia Weber started her diary when she was about 25 years old. From 1936-1940 she taught in a one room schoolhouse in a town of fewer than 400 people in rural New Jersey. She stated at the outset that her mission was to help the community by improving the intellectual, social, and physical lives of her students and their families.
Rethinking Competition: discovering its real value, great fun, and natural rewards, by Suki Wessling
When I first became an unschooler, I was surprised by the number of parents I met who were against allowing children to compete in any way. Activities in our public homeschool program were designed as "everyone wins" events. We hardly saw any homeschoolers at our county science fair, despite the fact that it was very welcoming to our kids. Parents were always on the lookout for cooperative games so that their children wouldn't have to compete with each other.
The rare competitive homeschooler seems to be the exception: often they are homeschoolers specifically because their achievements leave little time for school. A high-level competitive gymnast seems more common amongst homeschoolers than a child who just likes the challenge of competition at any level.
In our family, however, we have an instinctive enthusiasm for competitions. It isn't that our kids are generally high-achievers; in fact, they don't necessarily place in competitions they enter. But we all feel the excitement and fulfillment of identifying a target, working toward it, and seeing our work alongside others who share our interests.
The science fair is a good example of a competitive event my children love. It is a huge payoff for project-based learning. Whereas other projects might gather dust on a shelf or become presents for Grandma, the science fair moves from independent exploration, to documenting the work, to sharing with fellow young scientists, and on to speaking with (and hopefully receiving awards from) judges.
Is Unschooling the "Easy Way Out" of Education?, by Mark Hegener
To some, unschooling seems like the "easy way out" of education and parenting: no structured curriculums enforced, a life without parent-set rules, no grades, no classes.
I used to hear this from time to time, that unschooling was "the easy way out," especially from those whose kids were struggling with lots of homework, were unmotivated, dealing with ever-increasing school (or homeschool) rules, etc. Compared to all that, yes! unschooling is definitely the easy way out and I am very happy about that. I like the feeling of easy and fun and flow. It feels like things are working and joyful.
Let's get real about this notion, however: consciously choosing to spend 24/7 with my children from birth through potentially adulthood is clearly challenging, perhaps the most challenging role anywhere. For the uninitiated, spending this amount of time with a child and taking the personal responsibility for creating an environment that nurtures their always changing and developing curiosities, drives, learning styles, etc. is no small task! Personally, I was in an almost constant state of observing, engaging, thinking, researching and experimenting with my kids to help them develop good communication skills, learn to resolve conflict, use the world to resource their many interests, challenge themselves to stretch and experiment. While the feeling of "flow" when it was all sweet and working well was wonderful–an unbeatable feeling–our family experienced many moments of confusion or struggle or even impasse as we tried to figure out what was out of sync, what new ways could be tried to resolve an issue, what was next for us or for one of our kids. This is darn right challenging and not easy.
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Crossing Borders: The opportunities and dangers of exporting your search model
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Joey Lawrence is still saying "whoa"
So you were an adorable kid on a couple of hit TV shows (Gimme A Break and Blossom), an underrated show (Brotherly Love) and endless other shows and TV movies. You want to get away from your kid actor days because you're an adult, so you drop the whole "Joey" thing and start going by the name "Joseph." You want to graduate to meatier roles, more mature roles.
So why do you agree to star in an Ice Breakers commercial with the Duff sisters and say your famous "whoa!" line? I can understand why some TV stars might want to cash in on an old catch phrase - how many times have we had to sit through Gary Coleman saying "whatchoo talkin 'bout Wills? when he got older? - but why you, Joey? (Sorry, Joseph). You're a talented guy who could probably do a lot of things, and while I'm all for self-deprecation and even some nostalgia, I think you're too young to be looking backward like that. So stop saying "whoa" and grab a meaty character role or co-star in a nice ensemble drama.


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With apologies to the Dropkick Murphys, Daniel Paille is shipping up to Boston.
A couple weeks ago I suggested that Dan Paille would be the odd man out if the Sabres decided to keep Tyler Myers full-time. Looks like I was right, except I whiffed (much like Paille himself on several shots vs. the Thrashers Saturday night) on the method: instead of waiving him and getting nothing, Darcy turned him into a third-round pick and potentially a fourth-rounder as well. Bravo, Darcy!
Obviously this clears room for Tyler Myers and Tim Kennedy to stay on the roster full-time, but there are a couple other benefits that I haven't seen much mention of. First, this should also clear some room for fellow left winger Nathan Gerbe to be called up whenever the Sabres so desire. Vanek, MacArthur, and Hecht are now established as the top three left wings on this team, and even though MacArthur is too hot right now to demote, if he has a bout of inconsistency Gerbe could be called up to take his place on the second line for a bit (since Lindy says that Gerbe can't be on a checking line). Not having Paille around means one less guy that Gerbe must leapfrog. Secondly, don't underestimate the importance of that third-round pick - that's ammunition that could be used to add an important piece at the trade deadline, which is why it's a good thing that this move was made now and not in late February.
As for Paille, two years ago I thought he was one of the best players on the team. I used to say, "If we had 20 Dan Pailles on this team, we'd be unstoppable." That's how much I appreciated his energy and physical style. Ultimately a lack of consistency was what doomed him in Buffalo, and I wish Paille the best of luck in Boston.
I still don't believe that the Sabres will carry eight defensemen on the roster, though, so I'm now thinking that perhaps it's Nathan Paetsch who gets waived once Andrej Sekera returns from injury. Paetsch could then be sent down and recalled as needed, with no loss of versatility.
One last note: I find it curious that Paille's name isn't even mentioned in the headline of the press release: "Sabres Acquire 3rd Round Draft Pick". Were they really that down on him, or am I reading too much into it?
Guess this means I need to add a heading for "Ex-Sabres" labels now.
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Dan Paille Traded
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Kristen Stewart Goes Back to Brown Hair After Trying Neon Orange
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Kristen Stewart went back to a more natural brunette hair color after dying her locks neon orange in April for her role in American Ultra.
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At a press appearance in Tokyo on Aug. 2 for her latest movie Equals, the Clouds of Sils Maria actress, 24, debuted her more natural color alongside co-star Nicholas Hoult, director Drake Doremus and producer Michael Pruss.
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Since rocking the tangerine shade, Stewart also chopped her long hair into a layered pixie cut in July for her role in the futuristic movie, which begins shooting this month in Japan and Singapore.
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Head coach Andy Kennedy looked back on Saturday's 75-74 win at South Carolina and looked ahead to Wednesday night's game at Vanderbilt, as well as discussed senior guard Marshall Henderson's last-second shot to force overtime at Vanderbilt last year and the emergence of sophomore forward Anthony Perez.
Sophomore forward Anthony Perez talked about his career-high 22 points in Saturday's 75-74 win at South Carolina. It was his first career 20-point game, having averaged 4.5 points per game entering the game.
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How to Keep a Fishing Log
In its most simple form, a fishing log (or fishing journal) is a notebook used to record information from individual fishing trips such as date, location, fish caught, lures used, weather, and similar things. The purpose of the log is to save pertinent information that can be reviewed later to remember the what, when, where, why, and how.
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3Make mental notes of each fish caught and how you caught it. This includes: lure or fly used, type of water, water depth, lure depth, retrieval type and retrieve speed, and time caught. Alternatively, you can keep a small notepad in your tackle box or fishing vest and quickly jot down this information after catching each fish.
4Observe weather conditions while you fish, including air temperature, cloud cover, wind speed, and precipitation.
5Note the moon phase of full moon, last quarter, new moon and first quarter. Find productive patterns based on the moon phase.
6Observe water conditions while you fish, including water temperature, water level, and water clarity.
7Observe insect hatches while you fish.
8Use a fine mesh net to seine the water for insects or small fish which may be an important food item to imitate.
9Write down the aforementioned information in your fishing log when you change fishing locations or at the end of the day.
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A Look Back: Moab before there were mountain bikes
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Early outdoor recreation in Utah
1970s Women's Fashion
Salt Lake City concerts from the 1970s-1990s
Salt Lake City female bus, taxi drivers in 1942
Utah's funeral rites and processions
Nursing and early medicine in Utah
Black pioneers and settlers in Utah
The Beatles first trip to America
Christmas in Utah through the years
Prominent artists from early Utah
Utah firefighters at the turn of the 19th century
Historic bars and saloons in Utah
Early Utah mansions and homesteads
Episcopal mission on Navajo land in Bluff in 1950
Pony Express, postal service and telegraph in Utah
Early churches in Utah and Wyoming
The mining ghost town of Mercur
Construction of the Salt Lake Tabernacle
30 years of iconic rock and roll in Utah
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Hill Air Force Base through the years
Hunting and fishing in the early 1900s
Saloons, brewing companies in Utah around 1900
Historic photos of Temple Square
Historic scenes from Salt Lake City
Construction of the Salt Lake Temple and SLC in the 1800s
Utah college life from the 1930s to 1960s
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Salt Lake City's Liberty Park from 1935 to 1951
People and events in Salt Lake City from the 1930s, '40s and '50s
Historical images of Sugar House
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Utah artists from the late 1800s to the early 1900s
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Atlanta began its history in 1782 at the convergence of the Chattahoochee River and the Peachtree Creek. This is where the Indian Village called "Standing Peachtree" was located. In 1822 a parcel of land including the Atlanta area was sold by the Cherokee and Creek Indians to white colonists. Atlanta was orinally called "Terminus" in 1837 after beginning of construction of the eastern terminus of the railroad traveling to the midwest.
In 1842, the settlement known as Terminus was renamed "Marthasville" after the daughter of Governor Wilson Lumpkin. Eventually in 1847 the town was incorporated and the name changed to Atlanta – the feminine version of Atlantic (railroad).
Atlanta became a major focus point during the Civil War and hosted several battles. In 1864 Union General William "Tecumseh" Sherman began his march from Chattanooga to Atlanta. General Sherman consistently defeated the undermanned Confederate Army under the leadership of General Joseph Johnston. A long fought battle took place at Kennesaw Mountain where Confederates are victorious.
In an effort to slow down the advancing Union troops after crossing the Chattahoochee River President Andrew Davis orders the replacement of General Joe Johnston with General John Bell Hood. Mayor James Calhoun surrenders the city after losing a series of fights that included the Battle Of Peachtree Creek, the Battle Of Ezra Church, and the Battle of Atlanta where over 10,000 people died.
On November 11, 1864 civilians were ordered out of the city taken over by General Sherman in order to prepare for his infamous "March to the Sea". Despite ordering Atlanta burned to the ground, Sherman spares 400 structures including churches and hospitals. Confederate soldiers and civilians began arriving to the city about a week later.
The editor of the Atlanta Journal Constitution Henry Grady began promoting Atlanta as the "New South" . In 1868 through hard work and determination Atlanta becomes the Capital of Georgia.
In 1885 the first glass of Coca-Cola is dispensed from a soda fountain at Jacob's Pharmacy. The syrupy concoction invented by Dr. John Pemberton originally contained cocaine anda lot more caffeine than today's recipe. Dr. Pemberton stated his drink could cure the common cold as well as other ailments.
Asa Candler buys the Coca-Cola brand and formula in 1889 and incorporates the Coca-Cola Company in 1892. Coca-Cola goes on to become the world's most popular brand as well as the largest beverage company in the world.
Race Riots in Atlanta erupt in 1906 killing 28 people including 26 African Americans. Competition for employment and civil rights were the main causes for tensions between black and whites.
On January 15, 1929 the Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. is born in Atlanta and ushers in the Civil Rights Movement. Later on Dr. King becomes the most famous civil rights leader in our nations history.
On December 15, 1939 the Loew's Grand Theatre in Atlanta hosts the world premier of the motion picture "Gone With the Wind" . Along with a crowd of 300,000 were movie stars Clark Cable, Vivien Leigh and Olivia de Haviland. Atlanta Native Margaret Mitchell was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for the novel she wrote depicting the Antebellum South.
In 1963 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. makes his first public appearance in Atlanta and also gives his "I Have a Dream" speech in Washington D.C.
Dr. Martin Luther Kings actions help pass the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and then the Voting Rights act of 1965. In 1964 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. becomes the youngest person ever to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize .
In April 1966 the Atlanta Braves play their first game at the new Fulton County Stadium. Atlanta also gets the Falcons football team and becomes the only city to ever get both a baseball and a football team in the same year. Stone Mountain Park opens for the first time.
On April 4th, 1968 Dr Martin Luther King Jr. is assassinated by a sniper's bullet in Memphis, Tennessee. On April 9, a nationally televised march takes place through the streets of Atlanta and Dr. King is buried.
Tom Cousins purchases the St Louis Hawks in 1968 and brings Atlanta their first NBA Team, the Atlanta Hawks.
After several decades of work the Stone Mountain Memorial Carving is completed in 1972 and is the largest bas relief sculpture in the world. The carving on Stone Mountain consists of three Confederate leaders of the American Civil War, President Jefferson Davis, Generals Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson.
In 1972 the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) purchases the Atlanta Transit Company for $12 million and puts in place a new rail system, new buses and bus routes. MARTA eventually becomes the 7th largest public transit system in the nation.
Hank Aaron hits his 715th home run in 1974 as the nation watches on live television. "Hammering" Hank breaks one of baseballs most cherished records.
In 1983 President Reagen establishes a federal holiday named Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day and is observed on the third Monday of each January.
Atlanta hosts the Democratic National Convention in 1988.
Although considered a long shot, Atlanta is selected as the site for the Games of the XXVI Olympiad. Also known as the Centennial Olympics, Atlanta wins over Toronto, Athens and Tokyo as the host city.
Atlanta Braves win the World Series in 1995 by defeating the Cleveland Indians.
In 1996 Atlanta opens its doors to the world by hosting the Centennial Olympic Games. The Olympics changed Atlanta as new sports venues were added, streets and sidewalks were improved. A major part of the downtown revitalization occurred when Centennial Olympic Park was created.
All said the Centennial Olympic Games brought in over $5 billion dollars to the local economy. Over two million visitors came to Atlanta while 3.5 billion watched the Olympics on tv. The profound impact of 1996 Centennial Olympics cannot be understated as they catapulted Atlanta as an international destination to millions around the globe.
Today Atlanta Georgia is not only a booming Metropolis and but a transportation hub to the world. Atlanta is the third largest city in the country and ranks number one as the fastest growing city in the country since 2000. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is the busiest airport in the world. Atlanta is indeed the "New South" as evidenced by its bustling skyline like a phoenix rising from the ashes and its history is still being written!


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A product exhibit showcasing the best offerings in native handicrafts, indigenous fashion accessories, vernacular furniture, interior accents and decors will be held tomorrow May 16, 2008 at Be* U Cebu gift center night market and bazaar, 3rd Flr. One Mango Avenue, Gen. Maxilum Ave. (Mango Avenue) Cebu City.
The event aims to showcase unique products from various makers in the province that's perfect for home furnishings, accessories, souvenirs, and gift items.
Be*U Cebu welcomes tourists, tour guides, suppliers, designers, architects, interior designers , art connoisseurs and enthusiasts to come and partake the event's offerings.
The product exhibit is sponsored by Sebastianne Handicrafts, one of Cebu's top handicraft makers and is open free for all. It will start at 3:00 pm and will run until midnight.


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Penelope dress by Elizabeth & James. This is one of those things that I see, and I can't decide if I like it or not but it stays on my mind... I think it's the blue that's really catching my eye#1999
Karta keeps churning out great mini dresses. It's so simple but the embellishments really make it special#1998
Simple but unique and easy to match. Black & brown 2 colour. For me brown is better. Good to go with natural skirt especially. Net heels by With Mocha#1995
The jewelery designer OctopusMe casts real shells, starfish, octopus tentacles, and other objects in silver and inlays them with precious stones.#1983
Wrist cuff made from natural cork by Studio 1am. 100% recycled and recyclable. Individually numbered and designed to fit most men and women.#1981
Sexy is the office with this asymmetrical designed blazer and skirt with removable pockets. Designed and Made in Montreal.#1976
Mmm pretty top by Hawks by Geren Ford (her collaboration with Urban Outfitters). Just realized this is pretty much the same top I posted back on #1101, but this one's cheaper I'm sure#1974
No matter how hot it gets, we New Yorkers can't seem to give up our favorite, slimming hue. For summer, wear it loose and drapey, and show a bit of skin. By Surface to Air.#1970
This dress is a structured twist on the draped look. It works nicely with the wide collar and folded kimono sleeves.#1969
Naturally dangerous and beautiful... Check out these porcupine quill earrings by Erica Weiner! (Porcupines are not killed in the harvesting of these quills!)#1957


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It takes an upgrade to enhance billing efficiency. The Institute for Transfusion Medicine did that with Infor Healthcare Revenue Management.
Headquartered in Pittsburgh, ITxM is one of the nation's foremost providers of transfusion medicine and related services. To integrate its outpatient records and core receivables systems into a single, unified solution, it upgraded to the latest version of Revenue Management.
"Prior to our Infor upgrade, it was difficult to track and process payments because users had to access separate systems to obtain the necessary data," said Keir Josephson, director, IT Strategy & Delivery, ITxM. "Now our entire outpatient records system is integrated with our core receivable system, enabling us to manage our billing processes, whether patient or client, within a single, unified solution."


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Selection of blacksmith's tools
Length: 232.000 mm (file)
On loan from Epping Forest District Council .
This is a selection of the type of tools used in a typical blacksmith's forge in Iron Age and Roman Britain. It includes an anvil, tongs, sledge hammer, chisel and poker. To make a tool or nail the blacksmith would heat iron ingots in a fire before cutting and hammering them into shape. The smith used the tongs to hold the heated iron on the anvil. Large files, like the one shown here, would have been used for cold-shaping and finishing.
Both tools and forging techniques changed little from the pre-Roman Iron Age until the early years of the twentieth century.
On display: Room 50: Britain and Europe
Daily life in Iron Age Britain
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Best: R-Truth And The Miz
Watch this clip and tell me it isn't the exact same promo, down to Truth's facial expressions and Miz's inappropriate golf clothes.
Boy, I like epiphalies.
Best: Air Boom Is Bout Bad As A Sneaky Fart
It's a little bit of air, and then kaboom.
I'm pretty happy that it only took two weeks for somebody to compare Air Boom to a fart, and even happier that the concept of a shart has been introduced into WWE continuity outside of those Sid matches where he accidentally craps his pants. Truth and Miz continue to be the biggest babyface team of 2012 by being the simplest and most effective heels in 2011, ignoring the insider comments and pandering "I'm gonna kick yerrr assss!" stuff everybody else is doing to just interfere in each others' matches and be a memorable part of the show. This is Miz's bread and butter — the only reason he got to the position he's in now is because of how much work he put into making every Dirt Sheet and Miz/Morrison appearance something to remember. Pairing him with R-Truth just gives him the biggest, slowest softball lob ever.
I'm also happy that Miz and Truth get to challenge Swiffer Kaboom at Night Of Champions, and pending a Truth and Miz loss (which should happen) I'm happy to see the feud continue with a deeper reasoning than the "nobody cares about tag teams, well nobody's booking us in matches, hey let's face each other and hope it goes well" thing they've been cobbling together. This could be the start of something truly wonderful, especially if they bring in Rich Swann as R-Truth's little brother, Cotton.
Worst: Punk Vs. Truth Was Pretty Good, But You'd Never Know It
Somewhere around CM Punk and R-Truth's match, Michael Cole's good will silence and cooperation from last week eroded completely, and the commentary that is supposed to serve as a soundtrack to the action and efforts of the pro wrestlers in the ring turned into Michael Cole trolling some real life version of the Internet and Jim Ross trying to remember why he shouldn't just kill himself in front of everybody and be done with it. This is actual, verbatim dialogue from the top rated television show on cable.
Cole: "That's nice I'm glad everybody can have an opinion out here without you calling them STUPID, ALL YOUR OPINIONS ARE STUPID, HOW ABOUT THAT."
JR: "That's fine."
[long silence]
Lawler: "there's a cover by, r-truth, uh"
Cole: "It'd be fine if it was 1959."
JR: "What's that mean? What's the relevance of your-"
Cole: [mocking JR] "IT'S BREAKIN DOWN IN COLUMBUS HERE TONIGHT."
[long silence]
Cole: [still mocking JR] "AR-TRUTH"
[long silence]
Cole: "What, Lawler? You're all excited because you've got a match coming up next."
Lawler: "And I'm trying to get excited about THIS match."
Also awful was Cole saying "jazz-a-bell" and not knowing what Jezebel is because he's never read the Bible. Fire all three of them, give Scott Stanford the play-by-play job and let's all move the f**k on with our f**king lives.
Super Worst: Jerry Lawler Saying Michael Cole Should Calm Down Before He Has A Stroke
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By TERRY WILLISSun Advocate sports reporter
After weighing his options, Coach JP Salisbury informed Carbon High that he wouldn't be returning as the head football coach for the 2007 season. Despite a losing season, Salisbury had been excited about returning to coach the young kids coming up. But family and education came first and he had to look at another direction.
Salisbury had been taking classes to complete his teaching degree. He ended up off track in the USU schedule. Looking at three semesters before he could get back to where he was made him look at other options.
With his wife traveling to work already, being a commuter student wasn't in the family's best interest so he began to send out feelers. Connecting with SEU Head Coach Meyer's he asked about the possibility of being a grad assistant. Meyers was positive in his reply and Salisbury's decision was set into motion. He still needs to finish his bachelors degree this summer before the offer can be finalized but the potential for him and his family is worth the change. He is also still entertaining other options for his post graduate degree and will continue to make contacts this summer.
Salisbury initially came into the Carbon High coaching position looking to build a long term successful program. He had begun making some steps toward that despite the dismal season the team had. He feels his biggest achievement in his short tenure as coach was to put in place a solid off-season program to get the kids in playing shape all year round. Right now there are 25-30 kids who are participating in the program, working out hard in the weight room.
He also thinks one of his most controversial moves has helped the team in the long run. As the season progressed he separated the older and younger kids in practice and in segregated locker rooms. The coaching staff struggled with attitude issues from the older boys and tried not to let that get ingrained in the younger players' heads and work ethics.
His biggest regrets of the year centered on the same issue. He felt he was too tolerant of some things that he should have cracked down on. "I was so afraid of losing kids and we needed the seniors and the numbers," he remarked. "I guess I needed to stick to my guns and cut our losses when there were disciplinary problems. It would have been better for the long term," continued the former coach.
He has heard that the field of applicants was fairly small and he added his two cents for a replacement. "I hope Rex Jeppson is chosen. I think he can add some of the program infrastructure and support that has been missing for a few years from this program."
He wrapped up his interview with the following sentiment. "I want to thank everyone for the support they gave me. But the program needs a lot more support. Please don't second guess and back stab the new coaching staff. Have faith." He added for the parents of the players. "Stay positive at home and be positive. It takes time. Even with my vast football experience, I know if all the pieces don't come together then nothing will change." He summed it up with one final thought. "Come together as a community and give the program and coaching staff the support it needs to become a success."


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Polsinelli Podcast - What's Around the Corner for Industries Impacted by Energy Issues?
FCPA Compliance and Ethics Report-Episode 171-FCPA Enforcement in the Energy Industry
Cyber Risks Facing Businesses Today
Private Equity Fees and Expenses
Stephanie Pindyck Costantino Talks Domestic Oil and Gas M&A with The Deal
The Water Values Podcast: Rolling Out AMI in San Francisco with Alison Kastama and Heather Pohl (Part 1)
A Focus on Energy: Royalty Trusts
What Are the Important Issues for Investor-Owned Water Utilities?
A Focus on Energy: M&A Trends in the Energy Sector
A Focus on Energy: Traditional MLPs vs. Variable MLPs
PV Project Finance in Latin America is Easy, Right?
The Water Values Podcast - How Can We Resolve Water Conflicts?
The Water Values Podcast: Water as a Business Risk. And Opportunity. With Will Sarni
The Water Values Podcast - The Economics of Water with David Zetland, Ph.D.
Las Reformas Constitucionales Transcendentales en México: Oportunidades y Retos para el Inversionista Privado
Mexico's Historic Energy Reform: Opportunities and Challenges for Investors
How to Avoid Corruption Risks in China
Polsinelli Podcast - Hot Energy Trends in 2014 by Polsinelli
Bill on Bankruptcy: LightSquared, the Battle among Hedge Funds
California Commercial Building Owners Must Disclose Energy Usage of the Building During Sale, Lease or Financing after July 1, 2013
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Lottery Presents Doc's Stop With Ceremonial Check, Banners About Big Win
DES MOINES, Iowa - Iowa Lottery officials visited a Webster City convenience store Tuesday to present the location with a $5,000 check for selling a jackpot-winning ticket in the Hot Lotto® game and put up banners about the big win.
"Our retailers are some of the lottery's most important ambassadors and we're happy to be able to recognize them for their work and present this check as an 'atta boy,'" Lottery CEO Terry Rich said as he gave an oversized, ceremonial check to the management team at the Doc's Stop store.
Larry Dawson of Webster City bought a ticket at the c-store at 1827 Superior St. in Webster City that won the $9.09 million jackpot in the May 7 Hot Lotto drawing. Retail locations in Iowa receive a $5,000 bonus from the lottery for selling jackpot-winning tickets in the Hot Lotto game.
Iowa Lottery players now have won eight Hot Lotto jackpots and the last two in a row.
In addition to presenting the store with a check, lottery officials delivered two large banners that identify the location as the spot where the big winning ticket was purchased.
"We know locations that sell jackpot-winning tickets become known as 'the lucky store,'" Rich said. "Doc's Stop can put up these banners and enjoy people's comments as word spreads."
A Hot Lotto jackpot won in December in Des Moines remains unclaimed and the lottery continues to search for that winner. In addition to holding news conferences to call attention to the prize and spreading the word through social media, the lottery has put up a big banner at the store that sold the winning ticket and distributed information about the unclaimed prize to all of its other retail locations in the state.
The December jackpot-winning ticket was purchased at Quik Trip, 4801 NE 14th St. in Des Moines. It matched all six numbers drawn to win the grand prize of $16.5 million in the Dec. 29 drawing, the third-largest jackpot ever offered in the game. The winning numbers that night were: 3-12-16-26-33 and Hot Ball 11.
The Hot Lotto game began in April 2002, offering Powerball-style play but with easier odds. Hot Lotto players choose five numbers from a pool of 39 and another number, called the Hot Ball, from a pool of 19. The Hot Lotto jackpot starts at $1 million and grows until someone wins it. Tickets in the game cost $1. Hot Lotto drawings are held at about 9:40 p.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays, just before the Powerball drawings.
Hot Lotto tickets are sold in Iowa, 13 other states and the District of Columbia.