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Boulder Area Sustainability Information Network (BASIN).
BASIN is a pilot project designed to help deliver a variety of environmental information about the Boulder area to its inhabitants. BASIN desires to 1) improve environmental monitoring to provide credible, timely, and usable information about the watershed; 2) create a state-of-the-art information management and public access infrastructure using advanced, web-based computer technologies; 3) build strong partnerships and an ongoing alliance of governmental, educational, non-profit and private entities involved in watershed monitoring, management and education; and 4) develop education and communication programs to effectively utilize watershed information in the public media and schools and facilitate greater public involvement in public policy formation.
See http://bcn.boulder.co.us/basin/main/about.html [accessed July 23, 2001]
Disaster Resistant Neighborhoods."Building Disaster Resistant Neighborhoods Handbook."
This handbook outlines a step-by-step action plan, with examples, to assist planners in working with neighborhood associations to help them become better prepared for disaster. Posted on the link along with the handbook are a variety of tools to assist in promoting the program.
See http://www.tallytown.com/redcross [accessed September 21, 2001]
Joint Center for Sustainable Communities.
The advisory committee includes Wellington Webb, Mayor of Denver and President, the U.S. Conference of Mayors and C. Vernon Gray, President, National Association of Counties.
See http://www.naco.org/programs/comm_dev/center or http://www.usmayors.org/sustainable [accessed August 3, 2001]
Local Government Commission.
The LGC is a non-profit organization "working to build livable communities" in California. LGC organizes a variety of conferences, workshops, and training sessions on land use and transportation-related issues. The organization also publishes a monthly newsletter and has a resources library with a catalog of videos and slides.
See http://www.lgc.org/center [accessed June 15, 2001]
National Arbor Day Foundation
This group sponsors programs that encourage communities to plant trees.
See http://www.arborday.org [accessed June 15, 2001]
The Link Between Sustainability & Disaster Resistant Communities. Slide show produced by the
U.S. Department of Energy and the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
This slide show explains the concept of sustainable redevelopment and gives examples of redevelopment in three communities: Soldiers Grove, Wisconsin; Valmeyer, Illinois; and Arkadelphia, Arkansas.
Mitigation Revitalizes a Floodplain Community: The Darlington Story. Wisconsin Department
of Natural Resources. 1997. Madison, WI.
This is a splendidly produced videotape about the efforts of a small rural Wisconsin community to reverse the effects of neglect and disinvestment in its historic downtown area caused by repeated flooding and economic change. Using a multi-objective planning and management strategy, officials and citizens, in partnership with government agencies and private entities, identified six goals: 1) preserve the historic character of the downtown; 2) restore community pride; 3) acquire and relocate commercial properties at risk; 4) elevate and flood proof commercial and residential structures; 5) stimulate investment downtown; and 6) pursue tourism as an economic strategy. The video follows the mitigation process from early meetings through floodproofing and relocation. Produced by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. 27 minutes. 1997. Available free from Wisconsin DNR, P.O. Box 7921, Madison, WI 53707-7921; (608) 264-9200.
Quality Redevelopment of Eastern North Carolina. Horizon Video Productions. 2000. Durham,
This 20-minute video was produced by the state in the aftermath of Hurricane Floyd to introduce and educate local and state officials about the "better ways" available to recover from the disaster and at the same time address other local concerns such as environmental quality, economic vitality, housing, sense of community, business and job opportunities, and disaster mitigation. It introduced a framework espoused by the state for sustainable community action and features the governor explaining the tenets of "quality redevelopment" and how it can--and did--benefit North Carolina communities and help ensure a better future for the state's citizens. Available from North Carolina Department of Emergency Management, 1830-B Tillery Place, Raleigh, NC 27699; (919) 751-8000; fax: (919) 715-9763.
Taking the Initiative. Federal Emergency Management Agency, Emergency Management
Institute. 2000. Emmitsburg, MD.
This 20-minute video shows how a neighborhood, two small towns, and a business owner took responsibility for and got organized to adopt sustainability principles and techniques in coping with hazards. The three separate instances, all in California, illustrate participatory processes, taking initiative, looking at the economic benefits of hazard mitigation (in one case, elevating a restaurant), incorporating livability components into a flood protection measure, and protecting the local environment and habitat. This video is available from the Emergency Management Institute at 1-800-238-3358. Ask for the "Disaster-Resistant Jobs" video.
Berke, Philip and Maria Manta. 1999. Planning for Sustainable Development: Measuring
Progress in Plans. Lincoln Institute of Land Policy Working Paper. Lincoln, NE: Lincoln
Institute of Land Policy. 23 pp.
Using six principles that define and operationalize the concept of sustainable development, the authors evaluated 30 comprehensive plans to determine how well the policies of these plans supported sustainable development. Findings indicate no significant differences in how extensively sustainability principles were supported between plans that state an intention to integrate sustainable development and those that did not. In addition, plans did not provide balanced support of all six sustainability principles; they supported one-the livable built environment principle-significantly more than the others.
Casey-Lefkowitz. 1999. Smart Growth in the Southeast: New Approaches for Guiding
Development. Washington, D.C.: Environmental Law Institute Research Publications.
The southeastern United States has been trying to find ways to continue to reap the benefits of the region's bustling economy without the mounting fiscal, health, and environmental costs of poorly planned development. This report provides an overview of land use and transportation trends in seven states-Alabama, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia-and shows how these states are beginning to shape the pace and location of development by promoting community revitalization, conservation, and transportation alternatives.
Clinton-Gore Administration. 2000. Building Livable Communities: Sustaining Prosperity,
Improving Quality of Life, Building a Sense of Community.
This report identifies steps that the Clinton-Gore Administration took to help communities grow in ways that ensure a high quality of life and strong, sustainable economic prosperity. It includes a brief description of challenges faced by urban, suburban, and rural communities, the innovate ways that some are meeting them, and the Livable Communities Initiative-a package of 30 policy actions and voluntary partnerships that support local efforts to build livable communities.
CUSEC Journal 7(1).
This special issue focused on the economic vulnerability of rural communities and on disaster recovery for small businesses. The journal is produced by the Central U.S. Earthquake Consortium. For more information contact the CUSEC Office at (901) 544-3570 or see http://www.cusec.org [accessed September 21, 2001]
Department of Energy. 1994. Rebuilding Your Flooded Home: Guidelines for Incorporating
Energy Efficiency. DOE-EE-0019. Washington, D.C.: U.S. Department of Energy, Office of
Building Technologies, 36 pp.
After disasters, the natural tendency is to return to one's home and restore it to the way one left it. Due largely to recent advances in building technologies, it is possible to rebuild a residence with a little extra care-and not much more time and cost-and have a home that is much more energy efficient than it was before the disaster. Because many house components will have to be replaced, i.e., insulation, it makes sense to purchase the most energy-efficient equipment and materials available. Following sections about drying out a flooded house and on personal safety when cleaning up, the document explains how to analyze the property for building shell problems (air leakages, foundations, flooring, etc.), then considers building systems and equipment issues (electric motors, air conditioning, and appliances). Suggestions are presented and tips are provided for financing energy-efficient solutions, such as buying materials in bulk if many properties are affected.
Federal Emergency Management Agency. n.d. Safeguarding Your Historic Site: Basic
Preparedness and Recovery Measures for Natural Disasters. Boston, MA: U.S. Federal
Emergency Management Agency, Region I. 55 pp.
Drawing upon experience gained through disasters in Nantucket, Massachusetts, and Montpelier, Vermont, this document helps stewards of historic sites-including historic buildings, landscapes, districts, and museums-prepare their sites to withstand and recover from a natural disaster. The handbook can also be used by public officials, planners, community development professionals, and emergency management professionals as a general step-by-step guide to emergency planning for such facilities. Before a disaster strikes, the handbook provides information about identifying and assessing the risks to a facility, describes preventive measures for historic sites, and presents emergency planning guidelines. During the disaster itself, the handbook describes what can be done in the time available. After the disaster, guidelines are given for stabilizing the situation and recovering from the impacts. Preventive measures and preservation considerations are provided for four disaster agents: wildfire, hurricanes, riverine floods, and earthquakes.
Federal Emergency Management Agency. 2000. Planning for a Sustainable Future: The Link
Between Hazard Mitigation and Livability. FEMA Report 364. Washington, D.C.: Federal
Emergency Management Agency. 40 pp. Available at http://www.fema.gov/mit/planning_toc.htm.
This booklet is about hazard mitigation, disaster resistance, sustainable development and livability, and describes the linkages among these concepts. It shows how communities that undertake hazard mitigation planning become more disaster resilient and reap further benefits. Hazard mitigation links disaster resistance to broad community objectives of economic health, social well-being, and environmental protection.
Federal Emergency Management Agency. 2000. Rebuilding for a More Sustainable Future: An
Operational Framework. FEMA Report 365. Washington, D.C.: Federal Emergency
Management Agency. Available at http://www.fema.gov/mit/planning_toc2.htm.
This document provides guidance to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Sustainability Planner in the post-disaster response and recovery process. State emergency management officials, local jurisdictions, and other FEMA staff may also use it as a reference during non-disaster time.
Flink, Charles A. and Robert M. Searns. 1993. Greenways: A Guide to Planning, Design, and
Development. Washington, D.C.: Island Press. 351 pp.
Within the developed landscape, greenways serve a dual function: they provide open space for human access and recreational use, and they serve to protect and enhance remaining natural and cultural resources. This manual provides interested organizations and concerned individuals with background information about planning a greenway project, how to enlist local assistance in organizing project support, funding the project, related water recreation, greenway safety and liability, management, and planning for the care of rivers, streams, and wetlands. Information is provided on preserving stream and river functions, the impacts of urbanization on riparian regimes, and the establishment of organizational partnerships to plan, realize, and preserve greenway arrangements.
Geis. D.E. 2000. "By Design: The Disaster Resistant and Quality of Life Community." Natural
Hazards Review 1(3):151-160.
According to Geis, the present approach to designing and building communities is inadequate and is inflicting great and growing harm-physically, environmentally, socially, economically, and emotionally-that we can no longer tolerate. The disaster resilient community concept, the first step toward creating quality-of-life communities, was created specifically to provide a new way of thinking. A number of basic questions need to be addressed. What are Disaster Resistant Communities? Why are they important? What are the benefits? What is the relationship between a Disaster Resistant Community and a sustainable quality-of-life community? And, most importantly, how do we go about creating them? This article provides the answers to these questions so that the concept can be better understood and used to its fullest potential.
Kline, Elizabeth. 1997. Sustainable Community: Topics and Indicators. Available at
http://ase.tufts.edu/gdae/modules/modinstruct.html [accessed June 22, 2001]
These narratives about sustainable community indicators were developed under a contract with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The primary audiences are community practitioners and technical resource people.
Mileti, Dennis S. 1999. Disasters by Design. Washington, D.C.: The Joseph Henry Press. 351 pp.
Available at http://books.nap.edu/catalog/5782.html. [accessed September 21, 2001]
This book is a summary volume of the Second National Assessment of Research on Natural Hazards with the formal mission of summarizing what is known in the various fields of science and engineering that is applicable to natural and related technological hazards in the United States, and making some research and policy recommendations for the future. It summarizes the hazards research findings from the last two decades, synthesizes what has been learned, and outlines a proposed shift in direction in research and policy for natural and related technological hazards in the United States. Disasters by Design is intended for a general audience, including policymakers and practitioners.
North Carolina Emergency Management Division and Federal Emergency Management Agency.
2000. Hazard Mitigation in North Carolina: Measuring Success. Raleigh, NC.
To accelerate the institutionalization of hazard mitigation in North Carolina, the North Carolina Emergency Management Division established the Hazard Mitigation Planning Initiative, a long-term program to build local capacity to implement mitigation policies and programs in communities across the state. Through a series of case studies, this study documents losses avoided as a result of the implementation of a wide range of mitigation measures, including elevations and the acquisition and relocation or demolition of floodprone properties.
Rueter, Patty. 1998. Town Centers: Why? What? How? Portland, OR: Portland State University,
School of Urban and Public Affairs, Institute of Metropolitan Studies, Community
Fellowship Program.
This report is a study of Portland's growth management challenge including reviews of history, standards, and societal needs as they related to recent community involvement in Portland's town center planning process.
Rural Voices 5 (Fall)
This special issue of the magazine, produced in 2000 by the Housing Assistance Council, featured several stories on the "Lessons from Disaster." The Housing Resource Council has also written a guide that explains resources available from federal and state governments for rebuilding housing after a disaster, on a temporary basis or long-term. Contact the national office at (202) 842-8600 or firstname.lastname@example.com
Schwab, Jim; Kenneth C. Topping, Charles C. Eadie, Robert E. Deyle, and Richard A. Smith.
1998. Planning for Post-Disaster Recovery and Reconstruction. PAS Report No. 483/484.
Chicago, IL: American Planning Association. 346 pp. Abstract available at
http://www.planning.org/apapubs/details.asp?Num=1178. [accessed September 21, 2001]
This document helps community leaders and planners educate their constituents on how informed decisions and choices can affect the rebuilding process and yield a safer, more sustainable community. This report introduces planners to their roles in post-disaster reconstruction and recovery, and provides guidance on how to plan for post-disaster reconstruction side by side with all other players involved. A key theme throughout this report is to rebuild to create a more disaster-resilient community. The report contains many references to technical resources.
U.S. President's Council on Sustainable Development. 1997. Sustainable Communities Task
Force Report. Washington, D.C.: U.S. Government Printing Office. 186 pp.
This report, and its companion volume, Sustainable America: A New Consensus for Prosperity, Opportunity, and a Healthy Environment for the Future, published in 1996, lay out a set of policy recommendations for planning for sustainable communities. One of the recommendations is to "shift the focus of the federal disaster relief system from cure to prevention." The appendix contains case studies of communities that have set forth sustainability principles, profiles of communities in the 50 states, state-led sustainability initiatives and organizations, and a list of resources for sustainable communities.
Baruch, S. and M. Baruch. 2000. "The Economic Vulnerability of Rural Businesses to Disasters." CUSEC Journal 7(21):8-9.
Department of Housing and Urban Development. 1998. Building Communities and New Markets for the New Century. Washington, D.C.: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. 78 pp. plus second volume of appendices.
Hanson, Kate and Ursula Lemanski. 1995. "Converting flood 'buyout' areas to public open space: Case studies from Iowa." Pp. 95-100 in From the Mountains to the Sea--Developing Local Capability. Proceedings of the Nineteenth Annual Conference of the Association of State Floodplain Managers. Special Publication 31. Boulder, CO: Natural Hazards Research and Applications Information Center.
Harper, C. 2000. "Design and Construction Can Help Rural Homes Avoid Wind Damage." Rural Voices 5(4):5-7.
Hauer, Andrea. 1996. "The Power of Water in Des Moines, Iowa." Forum for Applied Research and Public Policy 11(3):131-33.
Moran, E.F. 2000. "North Carolina Disaster Recovery: Lessons Learned." Rural Voices 5(4):12-15.
New York Times. 1999. "Suburbia Learns It Has Paved Over the Natural Defenses to Flooding" Wednesday, September 29: B1&B8.
Tibbetts, John. 1998. Open Space Conservation: Investing in Your Community's Economic Health. Cambridge, MA: Lincoln Institute of Land Policy.
Shookner, Malcolm. 1997. Quality of Life Summary Report.Toronto, Ontario, Canada: Social Development Council and Social Planning Network of Ontario. http://www.qli-ont.org/report.html
Watson, B. 1996. A Town Makes History Rising to New Heights. http://www.sustainable.doe.gov/articles/smithsonian/index.shtml and http://www.sustainable.gov/success/Valmeyer.shtml.
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The Pre-School Partner is a complete daycare management system designed specifically for the daily administration of preschool and day care centers. It is characterized by its simple, easy to use and comprehensive user friendly design. It facilitates the daily functions and management of your center by tracking and instantly making available all family, child and staff related information.
Pupils find Multimedia Science School highly engaging and motivating. The animations help all learners to grasp difficult concepts and pupils can work at their own pace, facilitating differentiation. The worksheets which accompany the 11-16 slideshows often take an interesting angle on interpreting the information and they can be modified to address the specific aims of the lesson.
This communicator is a lightweight application that runs on every parent's computer. Information is automatically updated every time the school adds new content, even when the Communicator is not currently running. The Communicator launches every morning, so parents see your school news at least once a day.
Clearly designed as an aiding tool for teaching Mathematics at any level – from elementary to high school -, GEONExT is a fine drawing application that will help teachers and students alike in generating high-quality mathematical visualizations that, in some cases, would not be possible to create and share with the class otherwise.
Math Studio is a graph tool that can be used to help teaching and studying high school and middle schoolmath math including algebra, functions, sequences of numbers, inequality, analytic geometry and solid geometry. It offers you the ability to set and modify the properties of function graphs and animations.
Join dozens of teaching institutions now using the power of PrimeExam to dramatically cut the time needed to create exams and tests for any classroom situation. Three PrimeExam products are priced to meet your teaching needs and pocketbook.
Triptico is an ever-growing collection of engaging, adaptable, interactive resources for educators. Designed and created by David Riley for use in his own classroom, the resources give you the power to add interactivity to your teaching and can be customised with ease to suit any subject, age range (from pre-school to university) and level of learning.
Report Rascal assists primary school teachers in the production of pupil reports. Produced with teachers, for teachers, it operates alongside Microsoft Word*, delivering what you need to help produce reports quickly and accurately. If you share a class with one or more colleagues under a PPA or job-sharing arrangement, you can each create a set of Rascal Reports.
Tux Paint Stamps is a "stamps" collection, an optional add-on for Tux Paint for Windows. This collection contains several ready-made images, categorized by type: animals, clothes, food, hobbies, household, medical, military, natural forces, people, plants, seasonal, space, sports, symbols, town, and vehicles. You will need 50+ Mb of free space on your disk in order to install all the stamps!
The Geometer's Sketchpad is an educational tool for learning geometry, as well as elementary and middle school algebra. Its aim is to support the study of mathematical theory with the aid of visual elements. The utility is targeted toward students from the 3rd to the 12th grade, as well as their school teachers.
This cute and fun game makes you a school teacher. The goal is help Mrs. Brighton to make fully educated geniuses out of the kindergartners who attend the school by micromanaging a series of interrelated tasks and needs through six school years. You can try this game for 60 minutes before you buy the licensed version.
There are some discounts for GameServer Members.
Mahjong 1.2 is a new version of the famous Chinese game.
In this game you can play four different game modes: Classic, Word, Math and Shuffle Mah Jong.
The tiles can be presented in 6 different layouts. In the registered version you'll be able to create your own layouts!
School Calendar will help you with assignment organization, project due dates, and scheduling. It can even remind you when your scheduled event is about to happen. Included are two viewing modes, search, auto-backup, iCalendar data exchange.
Learning Suite is a comprehensive set of FREE software specifically all schools and teachers now ready for you to download. This application has some great features, such as:
- Songsmith
- Photosynth
- Photo Gallery
- AutoCollage
- Kodu
- Photosynth.
MathProf is a powerful and advanced mathematics training software tool. It includes nearly 180 Math functions categorized into several areas, such as Analysis, Geometry, Algebra, and Stochastics. With those functions you can solve equations, draw graphs and shapes in 2D and 3D, solve matrices, and more.
MyABCD is an animated, educational, children's program which includes the alphabet, numbers to 20, 18 simple games and 10 musical instruments. It contains original music, sound effects and animation which pre-schoolers will learn from and enjoy.
-Gain access to over 100 additional free exclusive resources
- Get notified as soon as new resources are added
- Suggest new resources
- Quick and easy site navigation menu and search
- Useful web links for primary school teachers
- Web search straight from the toolbar
The Easy Sunday School Planner is a gift from RCL Software to all of the many teachers who take of their time, in many cases hours, to prepare for a class that may be only forty five minutes.
Main features:
- Maintain class members.
- Track member's last date attended.
- Added a short birthday field to hide the member's year of birth.

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text: The Print versus Web battle continues, with people continuly trying to find new ways to test the system. Arkitip, already with a strong print presence, and a growing web media, have announced the release of their first newspaper. The Intel Newspaper is a chance for their 'Intel' bloggers to have their blog musing's printed in a regular supplement to be delivered with the magazines more indepth art periodical. I'm looking forward to seeing the print in the flesh. More info here.


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At Home with School
Teaching your children may seem a daunting task, but these alumni have joined the homeschooling movement and are discovering its joys.
By the time Meredith Warshaw 79 of Newton, MA, saw her son Keith finish third grade, both of them felt miserable. Keith excelled in math and science but struggled in writing and foreign languages. His school day stretched into long periods of boredom, while he sat through math and science instruction at too low a level, or frustration, while he strove to complete his writing and language lessons. At home, Keith and his mom argued over homework. And Warshaw found that Keiths school wasnt able to give him the extra instruction he needed. She had heard about homeschooling from other parents of gifted and special-needs children but was skeptical about her ability to handle the logistics as a single mother. As fourth grade loomed, Warshaw investigated other schools for Keith without success. It was the end of August, and we had no idea what we were going to do, she says. We had to do something, so I said, I guess were homeschooling him.
Warshaw is part of a growing population of parents in the United States opting to teach their children at home. Its an educational insurgency that dates back to the 1960s, when Raymond Moore and John Holt began advocating homeschooling, each for his own reasons. Moore, a former Seventh-Day Adventist missionary, saw homeschooling as a way to maintain Christian values during the educational process. Holt, a teacher and author, advocated school reform and appealed to the countercultural left. Separately, both men influenced a movement that becomes more popular with each passing year. The numbers are sketchy because data collection methods vary, but the U.S. Department of Education estimates that as far back as 1983, as many as 125,000 kids were being homeschooled. By 2003, that number had grown to 1.1 million, according to the latest figures from the National Center for Education Statistics.
With its high-powered curriculum, MIT seems an unlikely place to attract or produce homeschoolers. But in fact it does both. Anecdotal evidence from alumni gatherings, online forums, and articles from the Alumni Association indicates a growing interest in homeschooling among MIT graduates with families of their own. In addition, the number of homeschooled students applying to MIT has nearly doubled since 2001, with several admitted each year. Their parents reasons for eschewing traditional education vary, but they include concern about schools values and safety standards, the prevalence of drugs, the quality of teaching, and the lack of resources for children with health problems or special learning needs. Alumni who opt to take the leap quickly learn about the many resources available from national and local organizations to help them with curricula, legal questions, and support. Still, there are plenty of misconceptions about home-based education. Stereotypes abound and challenges arise, but MITs characteristic self-starters have the traits that make for good homeschoolers, and they are pursuing alternative education their own way.


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Matthew McConaughey is single-handedly trying to bring back the fanny pack. And, I guess, if ever there were a person to try, Matthew McConaughey is the man for the job.
It started when he was spotted at Fenway Park wearing a fanny pack. Was this fashion choice ironic? Was it legit? The only way to find out was to ask. McConaughey revealed that he's totally serious about his fanny packs, guys.
In the interview, he said: "I'm not afraid of the fanny pack. Instead of stuffing your pockets... you kind of got to put it on the side to make it look a little not-as-nerdy, but still, practicality wins out. I've got so much gear in here that I don't want in my pockets, I'm not afraid of the fanny pack."
TicketNetwork.com has definitely been a proponent of fanny packs (we even hosted a "Bring Back the Pack" contest back in the day). Thankfully, McConaughey is doing the legwork for us.
But what's inside of that fanny pack? Here are some of my theories...
Or, rather, the Oscar, the one McConaughey earned for his role in "Dallas Buyers Club" in 2013. McConaughey has come a long way from the days of "Maid in Manhattan" and "How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days."
A gift from his BFF, co-star of the HBO show "True Detective," and hemp extraordinaire Woody Harrelson.
To remind himself of where he came from. "Alright, alright, alright."
Because even celebrities sometimes get chapped lips.
Why not?
What do you think is inside of Matthew McConaughey's fanny pack?
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A wagonload of pumpkins and squash reminds us of the spirit of the harvest and plenty we have observed each Thanksgiving since that first one at Plymouth 392 years ago.
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The 16th century was a time of religious reformation and social renaissance, with much of Europe torn by open warfare between governments defending papal power and residents searching for greater individual freedom.
For 80 years, the Spanish rulers of the Netherlands had suppressed freedom of worship, forbidding the Dutch people from gathering together to worship. Finally, in 1597, victory over the Habsburg rulers brought freedom at last, leading Adrianus Valerius to write a hymn in celebration. In its anglicized version (thanks to Theodore Baker), we know it today as "We Gather ...


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What makes a town a good place to live? Which features are essential? Cultural institutions, proximity to natural beauty, recreation opportunities-to a rich, fulfilled existence? Do you need a sports team to be happy, or a symphony orchestra? A ballpark or a ballet? Bustling neighborhoods or bucolic parks?
Of course, cost of living enters the equation -- especially for those, like retirees, living on a fixed income. Mindful of the distinction "between living cheaply and living well," AARP The Magazine has compiled its annual list of the best places to live for Americans over 50, choosing cities that offer affordable amenities in addition to low-cost essentials.
The editors posited an income of $100 a day, or $36,500 a year, and assumed a tax rate of 25%. That left $27,375, or $2,281 per month. Next, they sought out cities with a median housing cost of $192,000, which translates to a mortgage payment of approximately $719 a month. So after paying for housing, their theoretical retirees would have $1,562 a month left over for everything else -- food, leisure, entertainment, cultural enrichment, the works.
An initial list of 200 cities was culled down to 10 by a focus on "things that make life worth living: the arts and culture, colleges, restaurants, community." Click through the gallery below to see which places made the cut.
Spokane, Wash.
Vibe: Lush green beauty meets smart urban planning
Sunny days per year: 176
Median home price: $145,000
As cities go, Spokane is a consistent award winner, both for its stunning Riverfront Park and its historic downtown. But the surrounding residential areas provide an easygoing livability that is part of the town's character, including wide, tree-shaded streets full of lovely old single-family homes. And because it's a big place -- the largest city between Seattle and Minneapolis -- there are plenty of urban offerings. Over the decades, it has morphed from a logging and mining backwater to a cultural pearl.
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San Antonio
Vibe: Old West urban flair
Sunny days per year: 263
Median home price: $135,000
Forget the Alamo -- just remember that while a lot of Texas cities have boomed in the past few decades, San Antonio has somehow managed to grow while still embracing its image as a sleepy tourist town.
Per capita, San Antonio has five times as many libraries and museums as Austin; seven times as many as Houston. The city's new bike-share program lets you pedal all over town for $10 a day -- a nice way to head down to El Mercado in Old Market Square, reputedly the biggest Mexican marketplace outside Mexico. And of course there's the famous San Antonio River Walk and its endless selection of restaurants with patio dining.
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Roanoke, Va.
Vibe: A bustling small city amid the magic of the Blue Ridge Mountains
Sunny days per year: 217
Median home price: $151,500
Certainly Roanoke's pleasant climate, its 22 miles of walkable/bikeable greenways and the spectacular backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains helped land the city on the list this year. So did its incredibly rich history of both Roanoke and the surrounding valley. (Notable Civil War battles include Hunter's Raid of 1864.)
But its 100-foot-high illuminated star, erected 40 years ago, isn't the only aspect of the city that is burning brightly: Building its reputation as the "City of Festivals," the town now boasts Roanoke Festival In the Park, Downtown Roanoke's Railway Festival, Henry Street Festival, Vinton's Dogwood Festival, The Virginia Championship Chili Cook-off and the Strawberry Festival, making it one of the liveliest towns in the region.
Vibe: The city's 88 distinct neighborhoods create a European atmosphere
Sunny days per year: 194
Median home price: $106,500
With affordable arts (Pittsburgh is home to one of the nation's great symphony orchestras), terrific food (the aroma of ethnic eateries permeates the Strip District) and not one but three beautiful, bridge-spanned rivers to boat on, the Steel City has a lock on great reasons to live there.
The best place to soak in Pittsburgh's easygoing spirit is bucolic Frick Park. In the summer, take a free lawn bowling lesson at the bowling green. In winter, sled down the popular hill near Beechwood Boulevard. Pittsburgh's resurgent Pirates play in PNC Park (bleacher seats from $13). With its majestic waterfront skyline view, it's ranked the No. 1 baseball field in the country by ESPN. Good luck snagging tickets to a Steelers football game; locals would sooner part with their spleen than give up a nosebleed seat at Heinz Field. Less obvious than the city's sports maniacs -- but just as enthusiastic -- are Pittsburgh's art, theater and music crowds.
Omaha, Neb.
Vibe: Midwestern cozy with a high-tech spark
Sunny days per year: 193
Median home price: $123,500
Big companies and generous benefactors have been pouring money into Omaha for the past several years, and all that spending has made Nebraska's largest city a fun -- if flat -- place to live. Mutual of Omaha financed the new Midtown Crossing, which along with other developments is turning former industrial areas into housing gems.
You'll find the residents of those new digs heading down to the Old Market area, where establishments such as Mr. Toad's offer live jazz with no cover charge. Seniors pay just $12.50 at the world-class Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. (Don't miss walking the rope bridge in the rain forest exhibit.) The baked goods at WheatFields rock, and so does its senior menu, where a Grandmere Scramble or a Dusseldorf Casserole goes for $8.50
Morgantown, W.Va.
Vibe: Small college city combines Appalachian roots with a strong local economy
Sunny days per year: 185
Median home price: $168,900
While Morgantown may be the epicenter of Appalachia and proud of its hillbilly roots, the city -- and the entire region -- is far richer. Since the 1880s, coal mines attracted immigrants from around the world, who have influenced the local culture and driven the railroad, glass and mining industries. And, as the home of the first New Deal homestead community, its history is rich.
While its low unemployment rate and strong local economy are certainly its most touted strength, the city's big surprise is its excellent health care. Of our top 10, it ranks No. 2 in doctors-per-capita, beaten only by Gainesville, Fla.
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Las Cruces, N.M.
Vibe: A sunny cocktail of Old Mexico, the Wild West and high-desert casual living
Sunny days per year: 287
Median home price: $148,000
A small town with big-city amenities, Las Cruces already had a lot going for it, like plenty of brilliant sunshine tempered by high-desert breezes. Mountains surround it on three sides, and there's plenty of exciting Wild West history to uncover. (It's where a judge sentenced Billy the Kid to "hang until you are dead, dead, dead," to which he is said to have replied, "Go to hell, hell, hell.")
When you factor in the Southwest's massive real-estate meltdown and the state's low property taxes, this sunny little city becomes a bargain hunter's paradise.
Grand Junction, Colo.
Vibe: Contemporary arts meet Western charm
Sunny days per year: 214
Median home price: $159,800
Grand Junction's affordability was hard-won: When the collapsing energy market dropkicked the town back in 1982, citizens took a hard look at their boom-and-bust history. In a concerted effort to diversify, they beefed up tourism -- from opening new country music venues to, starting in 2011, launching the state's only Lavender Festival.
The city was a pioneer in establishing downtown sculpture exhibits -- a local favorite is a shiny bison called "Chrome on the Range II." Combined with the classic Victorian architecture, the contemporary pieces make this town feel old and new at the same time.
Gainesville, Fla.
Vibe: Funky hippie meets world traveler
Sunny days per year: 205
Median home price: $125,000
Local football hero Tim Tebow stayed in shape running up and down the stairs at University of Florida's Griffin Stadium -- and so can you, for free. It's just one way this health-conscious city enhances the lives of those lucky enough to live here.
The university gives Gainesville its hip reputation -- the campus recently hosted a Japanese drumming concert -- but Gainesville is also an old-fashioned Southern charmer. Take the time to wander the cobblestone streets, admiring the wrought iron fences in front of Victorian gems and marveling at drivers who wave rather than lean on the horn.
Eau Claire, Wis.
Vibe: Family-friendly values with a progressive twist
Sunny days per year: 200
Median home price: $121,100
Fans say spunky little Eau Claire is something of a Midwestern throwback -- safe, friendly and a solid family-oriented community. Recent redevelopment has seen the rise of downtown loft apartments and Phoenix Park, as well as popular (and free!) concerts throughout the summer. A branch of the University of Wisconsin provides plenty of cultural and entertainment programming. (Those 60 and older can audit courses for no cost.) And locals say volunteerism is a significant part of the town's character.
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Mitsubishi claims, with some justification, to have invented the term "crossover" and now, 11 years after the introduction of the vehicle for which the word was coined, the third generation Outlander is ready to launch at the Geneva auto show in March.
And let us compliment Mitsubishi right up front for giving us a teaser image that actually shows us the car, the whole car and nothing but the car.
The new Outlander, says Mitsubishi, is about the same size as the model it replaces, and follows a key design brief to keep it "solid, safe and simple" with substantial body elements and clean surfaces.
The same uncluttered look continues inside the car, it says, with padded surfaces, soft-touch finish, silver accents and gloss black appliqués on a clean, driver-focused dashboard - but we'll have to take that under advisement, since we don't have a picture of the interior.
The new Outlander will be available at launch in Europe with either two or all-wheel drive with either two-litre petrol or 2.2-litre turbodiesel power. Depending on the market, auto stop/start will be available, as well as a new six-speed auto transmission
Key features of the new Outlander include advanced safety systems (forward collision mitigation, lane departure warning and active cruise control), new dual-zone climate control, a power tail-gate, full third-row seating, flat-floor cargo area, tilt and telescopic steering column and 'wide vision' xenon headlights.
It will also have a fashionable "eco-friendly driving system" to tell the driver when he or she is driving at maximum efficiency.
After its Geneva debut the third-generation Outlander will be released first in Russia in mid-2012, in western Europe in the third quarter of the year, followed by Japan, Oceania, China and North America, with the South African release due in the second half of 2013.
From 2013 in Europe, there will also be a battery-based plug-in hybrid version, based on the company's Miev technology. Mitsubishi is targeting a range and CO2 emissions rating similar to that of the Concept PX-MiEV II (more than 800km and less than 50g/km).
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I personally don't like the front, side profile. That sweeping front fender, ending in the bumper, looks wrong & ugly.
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The Bortner family from Fond du Lac initiated the 'Tab Run' eight years ago as a way to give back to the Ronald McDonald House in Milwaukee. Family members who participate in the annual event include from left: Ryan Bortner, Cheree Bortner, Melissa Bortner, Reggie Bortner, Lindsey Bovinet (fiancee of Corey), and Corey Bortner.
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Reggie and Cheree Bortner initiated the "Tab Run" eight years ago when their daughter Melissa, who has Dravet Syndrome (a seizure disorder), was at Childrens Hospital in Milwaukee many times over the years for tests, procedures, and sur-geries.
Reggie, along with the couple's two sons Corey and Ryan, stayed at the Ronald McDonald House quite often. Mother Cheree would always stay right in Melissa's room at Childrens Hospital.
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The 2014 Tab Run collected 880 pounds of can tabs.
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|BACKGROUND: The DeBakey Surgitool mechanical aortic valve prosthesis was the first mechanical prosthetic valve in which pyrolitic carbon was used. This valve was on the market from 1969 to 1978 and approximately 3300 valves were implanted in this lapse worldwide. REPORT: We present a DeBakey Surgitool mechanical aortic valve prosthesis implanted in 1972, which has been functioning for almost 34 years and still presents a good performance. COMMENT: Spontaneous strut fractures associated with haemodynamic complications and death, even in asymptomatic patients, was the reason to withdraw this prosthetic valve from the market. However, a prophylactic replacement of DeBakey Surgitool valve was not indicated in our patient due to the excellent prosthesis compliance.
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Gabe Alcon, 22, one of four people wanted for questioning in connection with the murder and who police believe was the man who likely shot Jacquez in the car, was arrested Tuesday night. He was found hiding behind a car in the vicinity of a Bloomfield home, Sheriff's Lt. Cory Tanner said in a prepared statement.
Jacquez was found dead May 27 by a mountain biker in a remote area about two miles north of NM 516. An autopsy revealed he was shot five times in the back of the head at close range.
Alcon was charged with third-degree felony tampering with evidence and fourth-degree felony conspiracy to commit tampering with evidence. He has not yet been charged with the murder.
"Based on the learned information, additional charges will be filed for Alcon's role in the homicide," Tanner said.
The search for 20-year-old Richard Winters, 29-year-old Vincent Montoya and 26-year-old Sarah Martinez continues.
Investigators believe Jacquez was shot while inside the car and his body dumped in the remote area. Except for his boxer shorts and white socks, all of Jacquez's clothing was removed.
According to court records, several people, including Montoya, Martinez, Winters and Alcon, allegedly dismantled the vehicle and attempted to burn the interior along with their clothing as a means to destroy evidence.
Investigators located the fire pit and recovered several items of clothing that matched descriptions of what Jacquez and Alcon were believed to be wearing the night of the shooting.
Tires also were found that matched tread marks at the location where Jacquez's body was found, according to police records.
Detectives "still are investigating the motives behind the shooting," Sheriff's Sgt. Daniel Clugston said. "We still are working on locating people and working leads."
Deputies responded about 8 p.m. Tuesday to the Bloomfield home after hearing reports that Jacquez's brother was at the house and attempting to force his way in, threatening bodily harm if he located Alcon.
Alcon was arrested without incident.
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The investigation continues. Anyone with any information is asked to contact the San Juan County Sheriff's Office at 505-334-6107.


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Jerome Stephens was a church deacon. He was found dead inside his apartment on the Northside yesterday.
quick tease 3 A family wants answers - their father was found dead inside his apartment on the Northside yesterday. Jerome Stephens was a church deacon. One of his daughters hadn't heard from him in days -- so she called the complex where he lives -- asking them to check on him. A maintenance man found his body -- with smoke coming from inside his home. Channel 4's Elizabeth Campbell joins us LIVE - with what his children are saying about his death ... Elizabeth? 3 3 His children say he was the ultimate father -- two of his daughters tell us he had more than ten children and that he would give the shirt off his back for each one of them. He was a deacon at a local church and they say right now they're going through a lot of pain. 3 0-627-32SOT - 3956 Anita Stephens/Daughter its shocking you see it happen to others but never expect for it to happen to you TRACK - Anita Stephens can't believe her dad is gone. Jerome Stephens was found dead in his Durkeeville apartment yesterday afternoon. One of his daughters got worried when she hadn't heard from her father in days and asked his complex to check on him. A maintenance man says the back door to his apartment was unlocked and that smoke was coming from the inside.SOT - 4028 Anita Stephens/Daughter he loved the lord he just loved him he preached at his church he was there for everybody TRACK - Anita says her father was a deacon at Pentecostal Church of God here in Jacksonville for more than 30 years. She and the rest of Stephens' children says the pain won't begin to ease until whomever is responsible turns themselves in.SOT - 4052 Anita Stephens/Daughter hurt painful theres no feeling right now its just numb its just heart sinking 3 The family tells us they believe they know who's responsible-- but police haven't confirmed any suspects. Investigators are calling this death suspicious and ask that anyone with information call Crime Stoppers at 866-845-TIPS. You don't have to give your name and you could receive a reward if an arrest is made.
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Celebrate the "Miracle on Ice"
In the February issue of Boys' Life I promised readers a better look at the classic 1980 Olympic Hockey game between Team USA and the Soviet Union — who had won nearly every world championship and Olympic tournament since 1954.
After beating the Soviet Union, Team USA went on to win the gold medal by winning its last match over Finland. The game versus the Soviet Union has since been called the "Miracle on Ice," and often ranks as one of America's top sports moments of the 20th century.
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AURORA — The city's efforts to have prayer at the start of City Council meetings has again been met with mixed results, a problem born in a mix of city and federal laws.
The situation has led the city to recently put out a plea, asking for volunteers to give the prayers or invocations at the start of every council meeting.
Up until 2006, Aurora always held the invocations but stopped at the time over concerns that some were too specific to one religion or another and could be a violation of the Constitution and potentially lead to lawsuits.
So Aurora adopted stricter guidelines that said invocations at council meetings had to be "nonsectarian." No references to Jesus Christ, Mohammad, Buddha and other religious figures.
But that could all change. The U.S. Supreme Court is expected to make a ruling soon in a case from the town of Greece, N.Y., in which the town board had Christian invocations at the start of board meetings.
In the meantime, the city will still be seeking ministers, reverends and others to lead the prayer. And when no one is available, Aurora City Councilwoman Renie Peterson will continue to give the invocations.
"City attorneys all across the country are eagerly awaiting the supreme court's decision," Aurora City Attorney Charlie Richardson said.
Invocations at municipal city council meetings are treated different from prayer during Congress or the United States Supreme Court because those are considered historical practices and are basically free from court challenges.
But cities and other local government entities don't get that same treatment. Some still do them, while others have dropped them all together.
After the city changed its policy regarding invocations, the number of volunteers dwindled. That led then-Mayor Ed Tauer to hold a "moment of silence" at the start of each council meeting.
After Aurora Mayor Steve Hogan was elected into office, he had discussions with council members who favored going back to the invocations over the moment of silence so it was implemented more than a year ago.
"There were comments of appreciation from the ministerial community," Hogan said. "They were pleased to be able to have an opportunity to do this again."
But since then, it's been a tough road getting volunteers to do so.
Peterson, who isn't a person of the cloth, in recent months has given more than a handful of the invocations herself because no one from the religious community has volunteered to do them.
"I pray ever day, so if a minister doesn't show up, I lead us in prayer," she said. "It would be nice to have a variety of denominations. I just do it because I like to. It's an honor to be able to say the prayer."
In its plea on its website and social media, the city said the invocation is a non-sectarian pronouncement of simple values intended to "solemnize the occasion" of the meeting.
"The invocations shall not proselytize or advance any one faith or belief, or disparage any other; nor shall invocations establish a particular religion as the sanctioned or official religion of the City Council," Aurora said.
The Rev. Hollis Booker of St. Luke CME Church of Denver, said he has given the invocation at Aurora a couple of times and doesn't have any issues with the stricter guidelines, although he could not recall whether he specifically mentioned Jesus during those prayers.
"I embrace that they want it and see it as a vital part of them kicking off their sessions," Booker said of the city.
Carlos Illescas: 303-954-1175, email@example.com or twitter.com/cillescasdp


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Offense:This was a mixed bag. Caleb TerBush had more success running than passing in his second career start but didn't run enough. But Ralph Bolden wasn't a factor until the final drive and Akeem Shavers disappeared after a 43-yard run in the first quarter. The offensive line allowed four sacks, and that's now seven for the season. Receiver O.J. Ross has to make a catch on the game's first pass.C
Defense: Held the run-oriented Owls to 2.3 yards per carry on 48 attempts, but allowed 242 yards passing to a team that only had 94 in the first game. ...


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The list of Par 4's are as follows:
#4 @ The Meadows
This tee shot requires power and precision at the same time. It is driveable with the correct wind, but water looms to the left and bunkers galore on the right. The green is very difficult. A if you do not hit the correct side you are left with a long putt up a hill or down a hill with huge break.
#15 @ The Meadows
The shear length of this hole makes it difficult. It measures over 454 yards with a dog leg to the right. The green has three different levels and the threat of a three putts looms all the time.
#7 @ Village Green
This hole forces you to shape your tee shot as huge fairway bunkers are found to the left and right side of the fairway 200 yards out. The hole dog legs to the right and if you do not hit the ball far enough you are left with a long second shot to a large but multi-tiered green.
#14 @ Rose Creek
Water on the right side of the fairway makes this dog leg right difficult hole. The water runs all the way to the green making a shot that fades too much a scuba divers treasure trove. The green has a lot of contour and bunkers will catch short approach shots.
#7 @ Edgewood
This par four is another dog leg right. It forces you to make a good club selection off of the tee as a ball hit to long and through the fairway will catch trees and make for a difficult second shot. A severely sloped green from back to front also provides for an exhausting close to the hole.
#2 @ Village Green
An easy tee shot, but long second shot into a green with water in front and all the way around the right side make this hole difficult. Everytime I set up for my second shot I worry about the ball fading too much and landing in the water. This green is typically firm which makes the long second shot roll out rather than stopping quickly.
Shaping the tee shot is extremely important on this hole as a bunker in the fairway can come into play depending on the tees you are playing. The second shot is straight forward and the green is not difficult. What makes this hole difficult is playing the back tees. In case you have never seen it, the rear tee box is almost on the property line a solid 75 plus yards behind the normal rear tees.
Trees on the left and the downhill left to right sloped fairway make the placement of the tee shot important. A back to front sloped green and no bail out left also challenge the second shot. This is a very fun hole to play!
#9 @ Oxbow
Not a difficult tee shot, but the second shot is trouble. The green sets up lower than the fairway and water is found in front of it along with a bunker in front and a bunker in the back. I have trouble judging the distance as the hill and the clubhouse create an optical illusion.
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Washington State Patrol highlights drowsy driving dangers
November 15, 2012
By Staff
NEW — 6 a.m. Nov. 15, 2012
State troopers urged motorists to wake up to the dangers of drowsy driving during Drowsy Driving Prevention Week.
In addition to drunken driving and distracted driving, drowsy driving can cause devastating effects on Washington roadways.
Drowsy Driving Prevention Week is observed through Nov. 18.
In 2010, drowsy driving caused 16 deaths and 60 seriously injured motorists in Washington. Estimates from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration indicate drowsy driving results in 1,550 deaths and 71,000 injuries nationwide each year.
"Falling asleep at the wheel is as preventable as collisions that are caused by speeding and drinking and driving," state patrol Chief John Batiste said in a statement. "People need to take the necessary precautions to prevent sleepiness as a needless cause of deaths and injuries."
The state patrol recommends specific steps to prevent drowsy driving and fall-asleep crashes:
- Get a good night's sleep before hitting the road.
- Do not be too rushed to arrive at your destination. Many drivers try to maximize a holiday weekend by driving at night or without stopping for breaks.
- Use the buddy system. Avoid driving alone for long distances. A buddy who remains awake for the journey can take a turn behind the wheel and help identify the warning signs of fatigue.
- Take a break every 100 miles or two hours.
- Take a nap. Find a safe place to take a 15- to 20-minute nap if you think you might fall asleep. Be cautious about excessive drowsiness after waking up.
- Avoid alcohol and medications capable of causing drowsiness as a side effect.
- Avoid driving at times when you might otherwise be asleep.
Troopers reminded motorists to know the warning signs of drowsy driving, such as heavy eyelids, difficulty keeping your head up, drifting from your lane, swerving, tailgating, hitting rumble strips, missing traffic signs and exits, and feeling irritable and restless.
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Unbranded: Riding with Ryan
In the home stretch: Four men, 13 Mustangs and more than 3,000 miles.
When Western Horseman told me they wanted to send along a writer with us for a few days on the trail, my first thought was that they'd better be pretty tough. Ryan T. Bell, contributing editor, came to meet us near Emigrant, Montana. He showed up horseless to go on a pack trip, brought more gear than a fashion designer, took more pictures than a photographer in Yellowstone, and immediately decided that he wanted to ride my best horse. "Oh well," I thought, lets just see how this goes.
The first day we got a late start but managed to get moving right in time for a big thunderstorm. After a couple hours of drizzle and rain the weather cleared for a beautiful ride up Big Creek in the Gallatin Mountains. Just before the sun set down we saw a mature Bull Elk on a timber-filled ridge standing on a rock outcropping—maybe this Ryan guy is good luck! We broke camp after 15 miles, an easy day, and we set up a tent to block the rain. Ryan decided to sleep under the stars and looming thunderstorm, which I thought was odd, but had more than a little respect when I noted how he laid out his bedroll using a mantie to block out potential rain. He'd done this before.
The next morning broke crystal clear and beautiful. When I rolled out of bed Ryan already had a fire crackling with coffee boiling, it was pretty nice really. After tracking a mile, I found the horses, brought them back to camp and noticed he already had his gear all laid out and ready to pack. He immediately grabbed my gray horse, Chief, and was the first one saddled and ready to go. He took at least 200 pictures by the time we poured out the last of our coffee. Interestingly enough he was wearing a saddle blanket with a hole cut out in the middle to stick his head through. Inquiring, I learned that it came from Argentina: he'd spent 3 years and three additional summers down there working cattle and horses. I began feeling like the amateur.
For the next couple of days we traveled through some gorgeous but gnarly country in the Gallatin and Madison mountain ranges. We rode up the raging Gallatin River for a mile and a half to avoid the highway, crossed multiple passes over 10,000 feet in elevation, looked at Bighorn Sheep below us, and got rained on every afternoon. I never heard a complaint out of Ryan and he lent a helping hand every step of the way. Turns out he's pretty punchy. He's worked cattle in Argentina, Russia, all over the West, and has packed extensively, including in some of the areas on our route. To say the least we hit it off, even if he did take my best horse.
Ryan is one of those guys who makes you want to do stupid things to get a good photograph, like swimming your horse into a lake to get a shot fly fishing off a horse. He stayed behind to get good shots, ran ahead to get better shots, and pulled more than his weight in camp. He has an open invitation to go with us any time and is a testament to why Western Horseman has great material and photographs. Here are a couple shots from that stretch.
—Ben Masters
Look for Ryan T. Bell's "Unbranded" update in a winter issue of Western Horseman.
For more information on the ride, visit unbrandedthefilm.com.


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Oscar G, Tom Stephan, Theo - August 23 @ Neptunes Beach Club
Even with storms looming, the crowd came out to support Nervous Beach Party 2. To show our love back, we're putting the chips on the table and hoping for fun in the sun at the third and last Nervous Beach Party of 2009.
Back on the beach is the man himself, Oscar G, along with Tom Stephan and Theo. Rain or shine, this will turn into a furious afternoon of dancing and who knows what else.
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Feb. 15, 2011Smith & Nephew "Journey" base plates lead to "unacceptable" results that are significantly worse than alternative knee implant products, according to a study presented
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Smith & Nephew has recalled nearly 40,000 Journey Uni Tibial Baseplate knee devices due to a defect causing broken base plates in patients.
The product name is "Journey Uni Tibial Baseplate," (Medial/Lateral). One recall included 38,750 units. A later recall added another 628 units to the list.
As noted in the FDA bulletins on the recall, the firm has received complaints of the base plates breaking in situ. If a breakage occurs, the broken baseplate must be revised and/or changed. If left unrevised a broken base could lead to instability and premature wear of the construct.
Smith & Nephew Journey base plate recalls
The London-based medical device manufacturer Smith & Nephew recalled two of their Oxinium knee replacement products. Smith and Nephew stopped sales of the products and alerted U.S. authorities of the problems associated with the knee implants in August, 2003.
Smith and Nephew announced a voluntary recall of the cementless versions of their Oxinium Genesis II and Oxinium Profix II knee replacement systems. The London-based company reported that corrective follow-up surgery was needed for about 30 of the 3,000 patients fitted with the products in the United States, according to information first published in the British publication The Guardian.
Knee implant products make up approximately $370 million of the global corporation's annual revenues of $2.2 billion (based on Feb. 8, 2003, conversion rates from U.K. pounds). The specific knee implant products recalled are believed to account for approximately $3.7 million of sales revenue.
Most recalls of defective medical devices in the United States are voluntary actions taken by the manufacturer, although the U.S. Food and Drug Administration can force a recall if the manufacturer declines to remove a defective product from the market voluntarily.


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