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My beginners classes, and even some of the intermediates are having trouble with body undulations. I' ve tried explaining it a number of ways, and undulated until I was sore to try and show them but some are still not getting it. The problem seems to be that they all look and feel stiff...they can't seem to get the flexibility in the back to make the move look snakelike and supple. I don't know if they just haven't built up the flexibility in the muscles enough to do it or what the problem is.
Any hints or tips on helping them?
Any hints or tips on helping them?
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Re: undulationsTue, January 16, 2007 - 6:19 AMOne way my teacher taught us and which I now use to is to have the students line up against a wall with their backs to it about two inches away from it. As they do each part of the undulation, I have them place that part of their back against the wall. So, as they lift the chest and pull it back, their shoulder blades will touch the wall, then mid-back as they pull back on their upper abdomen, then their lower back as they pull back on their lower abs. Then have them stand up straight, moving each part of the body away from the wall in the same order.
Re: undulationsTue, January 16, 2007 - 6:34 AMI've used Diana's approach for some people, too. It helps.
There are a couple of possibilities - one, they're trying to make the movement too large for them (at least for where they are so far) and that's creating extra tension in shoulders, hips etc - making it choppier & harder to move. Making each section of the movement smaller may help.
Another possibility is that they don't really understand what the movement should feel like, so they're actually trying something that's different from what you're telling them to do. One more challenging way to show them is to have them lie face down on the floor & use the undulation to travel forward. If you don't use hands and feet to propel you, it's virtually impossible to move this way and not engage the muscles in sequence properly. It's also not easy, so students may not want to do it.
Re: undulationsTue, January 16, 2007 - 7:36 AMI get a lot farther if I do this
chest lift foward
chest lift up
chest back (or to neutral if they can't) / Pelvic tuck
pelvic release
I have tried the muscle isolations, the wall, lying on the floor, and this works the best..
Re: undulationsTue, January 16, 2007 - 8:33 AMI do not try teaching an undulation to the beginner classes. I, and most teachers I know, consider undulations to be intermediate work. Beginners need to learn the individual moves and 'perfect' them first, devlop core strength and flexibility. Once the student understands the individual components of an undulation, you can tell/show/teach them how to string them together first then smooth them out to form the undulation. It is a slow, step by step process.
I tried all the methods already mentioned when I first learned undulations and found all but one helpful in a different way. (BTW: hated !!!! the floor thing. Only did that once, briefly. Too hard on the ribs and hip bones) The best method is to go slowly. Save undulations for the intermediate class and even then make sure that your intermediate students are well practiced and skilled at the individual components of an undulation.
Re: undulationsTue, January 16, 2007 - 10:10 AMI don't really teach beginners undulations but I DO teach isolations every lesson as drill. This gives them a chance to learn their "neutral" position as opposed to the chest lifted, & dropped position (same for pelvis) and to put it into their muscle memory for when we smooth it out into an actual undulation.
I actually think that is the same thing Gailene said in different words. It's hard to verbalize body movement isn't it?
Re: undulationsTue, January 16, 2007 - 12:18 PM"hard to verbalize body movement "... Sooo true. That is why we learn things like dance and sport in an actual class. And yes, I think Elizabeth and I are saying the same thing.
Re: undulationsTue, January 16, 2007 - 12:37 PMSo Elizabeth, can you tell me exactly what isolation drills you do in class?
Re: undulationsWed, January 17, 2007 - 4:36 AMI soooo agree with you! In my mind undulations are an intermediate move. Even then, most of my intermediates take a couple of months for the move to start looking like a decent undulation. I also drill basic isolations every class in both beginner and intermediate classes.
Everyone has given good ideas and I've used most of them at one time or another with different students that are having trouble. All except the floor one. Interesting concept and I can see how it would work. I'll add that one to my stash of ideas. One thing I have noticed over the years, is that if the student will hang in there and keep working they will eventually get it. In 15 years of teaching, I've never had a student who trying not get undulations. :)
Good Luck!
Re: undulationsWed, January 17, 2007 - 5:52 AMI agree that it's hard for beginners to get the coordination involved in undulations. I get them started right away with discovering and using their abs, and loosening up their upper bodies, so they'll be more prepared when I introduce undulations (and belly rolls) seriously at the advanced beginner level. Usually by the intermediate level, my students can do an undulation.
I did have one advanced student who was a bit of a jock and did a lot of running. She had probs with undulations because she was a little stiff and needed more flexibility, so I suggested yoga. Well, the joke's on me -- she fell in love with yoga, has now been teaching it for several years, and has no more time for dance! :-/ I had my eye on her for my troupe... oh, well.
Re: undulationsFri, January 19, 2007 - 11:14 AMHi everyone, I'm new here, I teach in Brighton and London in the UK.
I sometimes suggest to students to put their hand on my tummy (nothing funny ;-)) when I undualte and feel what it feels like and then tell them to put their hand on their own tummy and try to create the same feeling. Many times it works.
I do teach it to beginners, it's one of those moves that if you're not a natural will take time, practice and lots of repetition so why not start early.
It's nice to be here.
Re: undulationsFri, January 19, 2007 - 12:04 PMI do the same thing with chest lifts. I have them put their hand between my shoulder blades and feel the muscles working as I do a couple of slow lifts. It seems to really help those who can't visualize from descriptions which muscles they're supposed to work.
Re: undulationsSun, January 21, 2007 - 4:27 PMI don't teach undulation at Beginner level either. What I DO do is get them ready for them. We do "The Bridge" from yoga. Lie on back with knees bent and feet flat on floor. Peel spine up VERY slowly and roll back down just as slowly. Draw their attention to the different muscles that are activated at each point of the roll. This helps them develop more flexibility in the spine and musicle awareness.
Very similar to the wall roll-down but more effective on the lower-spine part of the movement IMO.
Re: undulationsSun, January 21, 2007 - 5:37 PMMahin... I like this idea and can see how it would be very effective. Without the floor to hinder the movement students can be more focused on what muscles are doing what. I'm going to try it. Thank you
Re: undulationsMon, January 22, 2007 - 11:22 PMI like this as well! Can't wait to try this one with my beginners. Thank you for sharing!
Re: undulationsWed, January 17, 2007 - 8:51 AMThis was my first week back to teaching after the holiday break (a whole month). Last night I was observing the differences between the brand new beginners and those who have moved into the intermediate level (which is more of a beginners 2 level with my classes). The single biggest difference was muscle control/awareness and next was flexibility. It emphasized the reason for waiting to teach undulations until intermediate level.
The new beginners have enough of a challenge distinguishing the difference between a hip lift and a drop.
Re: undulationsWed, January 17, 2007 - 10:17 AMTaking a similar cue from the poster of the wall undualtions technique-
Put two students back to back and have the rool up and down one another's bodies. Let them start really big, telling them to make sure the other person can really feel it. Then each week, have them make it smaller, tighter and more muscular.
Re: undulationsWed, January 17, 2007 - 12:23 PMOne way to show an undulation that I have had some good results with is to show an undulation from the front, the back, and both sides. Also describing what the muscles feel like when you are doing an undulation can help as well. Slow snake like music also helps.
One piece of music that I love for ungulations is Simon Shaheen's Blue Flame , track # 8 Saraab.
Re: undulationsWed, January 17, 2007 - 3:40 PMI absolutely love undulations and teach them from day one with all my students. With the introduction classes, I start them by laying on the floor and placing their hands on their upper and lower abs. Popcorn exercises: isolating back and forth between these two parts. I do this laying down so the spine stays long. Usually the upper abs are much easier for people to find as they tend to be much stronger than the lower. For those students that are having a difficult time finding their lower abs (and this is especially true with anyone who has had a c-section or any abdominal surgery), I have them do a lower ab strengthening exercise. Place the hands under the lower back for support. Extend the legs straight up to the ceiling. Keeping the legs vertical (no swinging), curl the tailbone under and lift the hips off the floor. The movement is very small and controled, but really works the lower abs. Once students can feel the muscle, they can isolate it.
Once they have the isolation of the upper and lower abs (belly roll), I have them sit upright and find the upper back muscles (romboids, or add lats for a more tribal look). This contraction pulls the shoulder blades together lifting the chest forward. And then....
Full undulations: upper back, upper abs, lower abs
and reverse: lower abs, upper abs, upper back
We practise our undulations sitting on the floor, so that we are aware of the spinal alignment (ie. hips do not rock forward and back). Creating the undulation with these muscle contractions keeps the spine long and support as well as creates a super gooey undulation.
By week four or so, ALL of my students have these three contractions down. And are more aware of their posture and alignment (so so important for everyone).
Re: undulationsThu, January 18, 2007 - 9:00 AMAubre - Thank you for the amazing explanations and ideas. I plan to put these to good use right away!
Re: undulationsThu, January 18, 2007 - 10:47 AMFANTASTIC! Let me know how it goes. Also, if any of the exercises don't make sense, I demonstrate these and more on "Ultimate Undulations," a downloadable show on www.fugu.com .
Re: undulationsThu, January 18, 2007 - 11:16 AMaubre i love that video thanks!
Re: undulationsFri, January 19, 2007 - 12:36 PMRelated to this discussion in a round about way, I'm wondering if anyone has recommendations on good ways to learn the names of muscles and how to use them. I know I should take an anatomy and physiology class, but time and cash are limited at the moment.
I've joined the tribe that talks about muscles and such for bellydance, but I'm wondering if there are other resources I could easily access. Can you recommend websites, books, particular muscles (or groups) on which I should concentrates, etc.?
Re: undulationsFri, January 19, 2007 - 4:42 PMThere's a site linked on the anatomy tribe right now with detailed info of anatomy.
Re: undulationsFri, January 19, 2007 - 4:56 PMThis site is fabulous...
Re: undulationsFri, January 19, 2007 - 4:59 PMThat's the one!
Re: undulationsSat, January 20, 2007 - 7:24 AM
The Anatomy Coloring Book!
You can get it at just about any bookstore since it's used as a textbook.
I also found a very inexpensive one from Dover Publications:
Fun stuff there... if you're a bit geeky like me.
Re: undulationsSat, January 20, 2007 - 5:05 PMHi Roya, I remember you from way back from the MEDlist!
I agree, The Anatomy Coloring book is awesome. I found it it at Waldenbooks. It is one of those I am using for long term study. My kids have enjoyed it too when they want to learn about some part of the body.
Re: undulationsMon, January 22, 2007 - 7:50 AMI teach undulations the same way that I learned them from my very first teacher. I find that once the flexibility is there and the students are able to do chest lifts etc this way seems to work for them.
Open a door and stand facing it's open edge. Hold on to the door knobs for support if you need it (make sure they are secure though). Touch the door edge with your chest, then arch back letting the edge roll down your body point by point from chest to stomach. The key here is the point by point awareness to help keep the undulation traveling down the body without skipping steps.
I found that a door, the corner of a wall, and a support beam or pole work the best. Once they get down the large undulation, we work on keeping the hips level and solid and only undulating the upper body.
Re: undulationsMon, January 22, 2007 - 7:55 AMI just reread your post and you mentioned that they are lacking in flexability. I find that Yoga really helps.. the poses Cobra,
and Bow
Suhaila's DVD series has an interesting undulation combo where you start in Table (on hands and knees) and undulate that way doing Cat and Cow.
Re: undulationsTue, January 23, 2007 - 8:07 AMI do teach undulations to beginners, but it is near the end of my 8-week session with them. What I've found, is that camels, figure 8s, and other complex movements are more muscular (as opposed to skeletal movements where bones & joints help create the movement.)
Skeletal movements appeal to our Western brains because we like rational, intellectual thought: "put peg A into slot B and you've built your bookcase." Muscular movements, however, are a little trickier because it is less about bones & joints, and more about activating sequences in our muscles. This is more intuitive, more of a "watch and do" kind of energy.
Yes, you can break down an undulation, but what seems to work best is when the student has an image to work with: a snake, a dolphin (if you do a big undulation, leading with the nose.) What is best, in my opinion, is to encourage the students to be patient with themselves as they are attempting the undulations and to encourage them to rid themselves of the thought that they can't do it. I liked the comment about how the range of motion on beginners does not have to be very big - I often remind my students that I've been doing this dance for a while, so I have more flexibility just from sheer repetition.
Re: undulationsTue, January 23, 2007 - 9:03 AMGood point Magdalene. Thanks for bringing this up.
One thing that worked for me and I encourage with students (not just for undulations) is visualization. I'm often asking students to close their eyes and visualize their bodies inside. Whether it be visualizing an entire move or just a particular muscle or muscle group. Belly Dance for me is very meditative, especially when I practice alone. I get out of my head and into my body and the music. I learned this technique while living in a yoga ashram for 6 weeks.
A favourite visualization for undulations:
Visualize a flexible tube running through the core of your torso from throat to groin and following the curve of your spine. In the tube are valves, spaced every inch, that will only open when they are perfectly horrizontal. Water starts running through the tube. In order for the water to get through you must cause a ripple to run from top to bottom to open each valve so the water can pass through smoothly. The ripple must be a smooth undulation and the tube must be kept taught.
Hey, if it works for me it might work for others ;-)
Re: undulationsTue, January 23, 2007 - 9:20 AMohhh I like that visualization!!!
You had me doing undulations in my cubicle!! lol


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TC TO ALEXANDER CARLYLE; 8 December 1848; DOI: 10.1215/lt-18481208-TC-AC-01; CL 23: 172-175
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Friday, March 20, 2009
UPS truck= Big Smile, frantic rush to door
I love the UPS guy. He alsmost always brings good things. Except for the few exceptions like when the swimsuit I ordered from Speigel comes and it looks HORRIFIC on me, I'm almost always happy with what he brings me. I don't know his name, but I do know the sound of his truck. When I hear that sound, I drop what I'm doing and run to the door, racing my kids to get there. (They like him too.)
I'm a lot like a dog who salivates when he hears the rustle of the dog food bag, or the cat who comes running into the kitchen whenever she hears the sound of the electric can opener. I'm like the little kid who waits all day for the icecream truck to come to their street...and today I was not dissappointed!
My new fabric collection for Moda, Santorini came today, and now I'm cooking up all sorts of plans for it. Here's a little peek:
Hold that thought...what are these???
Let's just say there are lots of new patterns on their way to the printer soon. Check back soon for more sneak peeks!
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Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Pink Fig Rocks!
Chelsea Andersen of Pink Fig patterns/VCB design just continues to pump out the cuteness! Here she features my Soire'e fabric in some adorable new spring outfits, and some "darling" embellished jeans! Gotta love that...and I do.
Check out her blog for more great stuff.
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Wednesday, March 11, 2009
The Snazzy Bag and it's sister
I decided that I wanted to do a variation on the original Snazzy Bag design, featuring my Soire'e Honeybun strips.
I played around with it a bit, and here it is.
I have created the downloadable version and posted it up on the right sidebar. Just scroll down a ways, it's below the other patterns listed for sale. It's free for a limited time...so hurry and get your copy!
Oh and here is the link for the honeybuns again: TheQuiltedcastle.com
And another good one: Fatquartershop.com
I hope you will enjoy this fun bag! I've been enjoying mine...
UPDATE: (April 8th) This free-for-a-limited-time pattern has been up on my blog for over a month, with over 7400 downloads! I have now removed it and will be posting it on the right sidebar with the other patterns for sale, as soon as they are back from the printer. If you missed the free offer, I'm sorry! But you can still get the pattern! I worked really hard on it.
Thanks for your support,
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Monday, March 9, 2009
Back in the Saddle Again
It's not that I don't enjoy my life here at home, in the cold, in the gloom. It's just that it's not fair that in some places, it looks like this year round. Why don't I live HERE?
Cabo San Lucas was...amazing. Enchanting. Warm, beautiful, seductively captivating. I didn't want to come back. Except...alas, I missed my babies.
But other than that, I was ready to become a citizen. I think I forgot my phone number, my bank account number, my social security number, and practically my name. I actually learned to speak spanish fluently. My name is now Lila, pronounced Leela, (long e for the i). I eat catus now. It's pretty good.
Here are a few more shots of why I didn't want to come home:
The pool where I spent many hours reading New Moon (again). And below, the view down to the beach from the terrace. Ohhhh...
Since I didn't have access to any of my files while I was there, I couldn't get any work done. (Darn.) So I have spent just about every waking moment since I've been back on the Snazzy Bag pattern for you folks to be able to try out. It's almost done now. Just a few little tweaks.
But it's really hard to concentrate on working, when all I want to do is imagine myself back there.
This is the pizza that I had for breakfast one morning. Then I went for a very long walk on the beach. Very long.
That's me having a delicious Diet Coke in Cabo. It tastes better there.
And By the way...what's up with my frizzed out hair? Humidity and I are not friends.
I know this is probably getting boring for ya'll. Sorry. I'll get back to work now. But can you blame me?I just want to thank my dear friends Jackie and Kirk for inviting Hal and I to their unbelievably breathtaking home in Cabo for an entire week. (Here they are, basking in the rays on the beach.)
We couldn't have had more fun, or have been to a more perfect location. It was divine. I owe you guys BIG time.
I could make Jackie another Juicy knockoff...but somehow I don't think that quite cuts it.
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Neil Young, Superstar: Doug LeBlanc at Get Religion is reporting that Neil Young and NPR are teaming up to kill God. That's because Doug doesn't know that Neil Young is God.
Middle ground blahs: The NYT's Laurie Goodstein turns in an entirely servicable piece on the growing number of evangelical chaplains in the Air Force. Numbers; anecdotes; academic talking heads — everything is there, except the life of the story. As a perfectly-excuted piece of conventional journalism, this article is a case study in how newspapers alchemize ethnography into sociology. There are glimpses of close-up and gestures toward the big picture, but Goodstein never abandons the close horizons of the middle ground.
Spinning the Gospel: Skip the chatter and go right to the fight; or, get some background…
Noel Black, editor and publisher of the "gay cowboy" tabloid Toilet Paper, is hardly a friend of fundamentalism, but he is friends with fundamentalists. His Colorado Springs monthly includes a regular photographic feature called "Church Kicker" (this month's, however, depicts a nude "Church Whipper"), but it's also home to columns and forums by Rob Brendle, associate pastor of New Life, a conservative congregation of 11,000 in Colorado Springs that I wrote about in the May Harper's, "Inside America's Most Powerful Megachurch." That title may be debatable, but New Life's influence isn't. Its founder, Ted Haggard, advises George W. Bush, hobnobs with Ariel Sharon, and leads the 30-million strong National Association of Evangelicals in the public sphere with a mix of radical conservatism on economic, sexual, and war-related questions and surprising moderation on environmental issues.
Defending his boss and his church, Brendle vigorously challenged my article on a number of blogs, prompting Black to ask the pastor if he'd like to take a crack at the source — me. Brendle was game. I was reluctant, however. I wanted to take the journalist's fifth: "The article speaks for itself." In another situation, I would have. But shortly after the article appeared — or rather, disappeared, when an unidentified magazine enthusiast bought nearly every copy of the issue within driving distance of Colorado Springs the day it hit the stands — New Life sent an email to its members warning them to not act "weird" when media came to visit. The email defined "weird" according to the norms of New Life worship — dancing, jumping, and "spiritual warfare."
I read the email as spin. Rob Brendle says it's theology. I criticized his church's lack of transparency here on The Revealer. So when Black suggested Brendle and I hold an email debate for the Toilet Paper, and Brendle agreed, it was an offer I couldn't refuse.
Some people say…something: Press critics routinely decry labels such as "conservative" and "liberal," but this useless story in the conservative The Washington Times is evidence of the need for some degree of labeling. Summary: One group has changed its policy on sexual abstinence counseling. Another group is upset. But yet another group approves. A fourth group says the first group is wrong, and offers as evidence the fact that — oh, forget that. No, no facts here. Just some people saying some things.


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Silent honor guard to be held for fallen soldier
Army 1st Lt. Robert N. Bennedsen planned to start a new life in Hawaii by purchasing his grandparents' Kona house with his parents and transferring to Schofield Barracks on Oahu. It was a chance to begin another adventure in a place he always loved visiting and considered a home away from home.
But that dream came to an abrupt end just a day after the 25-year-old Vashon Island, Wash., native shared it with his parents. Robert was killed July 18, 2010, by a roadside bomb near Qalat, Afghanistan.
Assigned to the 2nd Squadron 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment, Robert was selected by his commander to assume the critical job of leading a logistical support team, which was responsible for transporting vital supplies to remote outposts. It was during one of those runs that his convoy got into trouble, his mother, Tracy Bennedsen, said.
The ambulance in front of Robert's truck was hit by a roadside bomb and thrown off course. Without hesitation, Robert rushed over to render aid. He could have ordered someone from his unit to help the two soldiers stuck inside and pull the damaged vehicle off to the side. Instead, Robert carried one soldier to safety. It was on his way back to the ambulance to retrieve something the second time that he was hit by an improvised explosive device and killed instantly, Tracy said.
"He was always leading the way," she said. "It was just his way. He had to be hands-on. He was always a go-getter. He had no fear."
Robert had only been in Afghanistan for about a month and had just turned 25 that June. His unit was based at Vilseck, Germany, a place he liked because of its close proximity to spectacular mountains for skiing and snowboarding. He was proud to be in the military, a career that filled his appetite for adventure, service and structure. His awards and decorations include the Purple Heart, Bronze Star Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, NATO Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Combat Action Badge, Air Assault Badge, and Basic Parachutist Badge.
Tracy described Robert as a scholar and athlete who excelled in the classroom and on the field. At Vashon High School, he wrestled and played varsity football. He earned statewide recognition for both sports. As a running back, he ran more than 400 yards in one game to set a state record. He also won the state wrestling championship for his 160-pound weight class, she said.
After graduating high school, he attended Seattle University with a full scholarship and earned a business degree. He had many interests, from restoring cars and riding motorcycles to skydiving, "People always ask me what he was most passionate about. The truth is, whatever it was that he was doing at the time," Tracy said. "He lived life to the fullest."
Just as his grandparents and parents did, Robert fell in love with the Big Island. He looked forward to vacationing here regularly. Tracy laughed when recalling him and his sister, Jamie, asking once why they had never been to Disneyland. She told them it was because they had visited Hawaii more than 20 times — an answer that suited everyone just fine. She talked about a visit to the famous green sands of Papakolea Beach on Mahana Bay. He joyfully ran ahead of everyone, down the cliff and to the water's edge.
As an eighth-grader, Robert saved up the money to take scuba diving classes, found an instructor on his own and got certified here. He enjoyed doing any activity involving water, especially fishing with his grandfather and father, Scott. He also befriended the folks at Ocean Eco Tours and was thrilled with every opportunity to explore the underwater wonders with them.
With the death gratuity received, Tracy and Scott purchased the house in Kona in 2010, fulfilling Robert's wishes. The couple lives here full time and they're involved with several community organizations, including the Salvation Army, the Gathering of Eagles and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 12122's Ladies Auxiliary.
On Aug. 1, 2010, some of Robert's ashes were interred at a Washington cemetery and a memorial service was held at his high school stadium. That service involved full military honors and many in their tight-knit, small-town community came to honor him. Robert was also honored by Seattle University, where there's a plaque for him in the ROTC Building's Hall of Valor. He was the university's first war casualty since the Vietnam War. With the help of Ocean Eco Tours, some of his ashes were put at his favorite dive spots in Kona waters.
Robert's remaining ashes will be interred at noon March 27 at the West Hawaii Veterans Cemetery in North Kona. He will be the second killed-in-action veteran interred at the cemetery in its nearly 16-year history, said John Grogan, VFW Post 12122 commander.
With the family's blessing, local veterans have organized a silent honor guard to demonstrate appreciation for Robert, pay their respects and bid farewell. Big Island residents and visitors can take a few minutes to stand silently March 27 along Kaiminani Drive, Queen Kaahumanu Highway or the 1-mile access road leading to the cemetery.
"Having spent much of his short life enjoying Big Island's waters, 1st Lt. Robert Bennedsen was a Big Islander at heart," he said. "He was also a true American hero and warrior. Among his many citations, he earned a Bronze Star Medal for his heroic actions and a Purple Heart Medal for his ultimate sacrifice. Like other men and women in today's military, 1st Lt. Bennedsen was a special person who willingly risked his life so that we can live at home in peace. I think most people of good will truly appreciate those who have died as a matter of honor and duty to our country."
As the police escorts and family vehicles carrying Robert's ashes pass by, Grogan recommends veterans and uniformed public safety officers do a hand salute while others place their right hand over their heart. He also asked that flags be displayed.
Following the service, there will be a potluck gathering at VFW Post 12122's center on Makala Boulevard in Kailua-Kona. The public is welcome at both events. Potluck goers should bring a dish to share. Tracy hopes those who visit the post will choose to support it as it provides a one-stop-shop for veterans and loved ones to meet, share their experiences, socialize and access a wide range of services.
Tracy is grateful for all who pay tribute to her only son. She's also appreciative of the support her family has received from those associated with the military and patriotic supporters. She said it's important the public continues to remember the sacrifices of military veterans of current and past wars, as well as pay respect to and help those still serving and deployed.


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Who is Pope Francis? When I visited Rome in September, I was able to attend Mass with him and a Papal audience. That didn't mean that I was able to interview him, but observations of him and of Rome can be noteworthy at any time, but certainly at this time of year.
One year ago, something new happened in the Catholic Church. The Church, guided by Holy Scripture and headed administratively and sacramentally by a direct line of men from St. Peter to Pope Francis, have followed the death of the prior Pope. Pope for the lifetime of many had been John Paul II, and he had been Pope for so long that during the Eucharistic prayer said each Sunday, his name tends to roll off the tongue. He spoke more than 20 languages, was savvy politically, and healed wounds across religions. He was energetic, and then, he became old. And stubbornly, stoutly clung to his religiously leadership. He was well loved. His successor to the papacy was basically handpicked, and did the unexpected: he abdicated when he thought he was too old to lead.
In rode an Argentinian. A South American. Also old. But breathing air and speaking , literally, new language. Literally handing coins to the poor. Literally living a different life. Yes, he was a cardinal. Yes he had the status. But no, he was God's man. He wasn't saying his predecessors weren't God's man; he just said "Let's do what Jesus said to do. Don't judge. Give alms. Love." And he hasn't been crucified for it.
And this reporter observed that this joyful soul, who does get tired, his energy and enthusiasm is also abundantly evident. Following Mass, he jumped on a jeep-like trailer and, rock-star-like, he drove through the crowd, waving and smiling. Then he came back through, in case anyone had missed him. That gave the crowd a combination of the holy and the dynamic; the awe and the personal. And that is Francis. As a common, humble man, he is able to give the common humble man inspiration. He is able to allow a small child to wander across the altar as he gives his homily, and then pat him on the leg before handing him over to his awe-struck but maybe embarrased mother. He is able to understand that human beings speaking many languages are at Mass to receive the body and blood of Christ, but also to catch a glimpse of him as Christ's representative. And he patiently , no, joyfully participates in all of it.
Easter is coming, and Holy week is when Pope Francis began his larger work a year ago. Has he changed. Very little. Has he changed hearts. Isn't that what Christianity is?


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Developer has plans to restore vacant Kansas City Power and Light Building
Council considers calling part of downtown blight
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - City council members will debate whether to designate a block downtown as blighted in order to give developers the opportunity for tax incentives.
The Kansas City Power and Light Building on 13th and Baltimore has been mostly vacant for nearly 20 years.
NorthPoint Development wants to convert the building into upscale apartments for more than 300 people.
They're hoping to earn tax incentives after the buildings designated as a blighted area.
"It's a large project and it's got a lot of complication, but it's definitely a building worth saving," Mark Pomerenke, the VP of operations for the development company, said.
The $63 million project includes a rooftop lounge, an adjacent parking garage and space for retail.
Sean O'Byrn is on the Kansas City downtown council and has seen downtown go from unlivable, to more than 20,000 people settling in.
He considers the block around the Kansas City Power and Light Building an eyesore.
"You can certainly use economic blight on the office building because you just can't lease it up anymore," he said.
The project could be completed by the end of 2016.


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Note: During the summer, Jummah is held in the Annex.
All Muslim students, faculty, staff, and otherwise are encouraged to give khutbahs at our Friday prayer. Use the excel sheet below to sign-up for a time, isA. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact our Da'wah Chair, Jimbo. [firstname.lastname@example.com]


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There are backward hillbillies all over the U.S. who won't vote for a woman unless she has a firmly established brand name, and Hillary's got it. Also her husband is very popular.
With that said, her opponents will remind everyone that Bill got impeached. Also, if he has another extramarital affair that goes public (especially while Hillary is president) and she doesn't divorce him then everyone will view her as a pushover who lacks the courage to be a good commander in chief in a world that's blowing up.
If the first female president falls flat on her face then it will be almost impossible to get another woman elected for a very long time. Hillary was in D.C. for so long that everyone already knows what her strengths and weaknesses are, and her husband and staff know it, too, and so they'll hire reinforcements. In other words, voters who are still angry because of Benghazi will be assured that it will never happen again, and those who heard that she copied other senators' votes while she was in the senate will be assured that that will never happen again.
My fear is the possibility of nepotism and cronyism: Inappropriate, illogical hiring. For example, she may give her daughter Chelsea a high wage job in senior management. Some people would say that it would be fine, but in my own opinion Hillary and Bill sheltered Chelsea way too much and she grew up to become a perpetual student and now a rich housewife, which is exactly the opposite of what Americans need at the White House, especially during our slow economic recovery, bloody wars overseas, and terrorism right here on domestic soil.


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Workout Plans, Yoga Flash Mob & Self Love Reflection Guest Post
NEWS FLASH! HANNAFORDS HAS A NEW PRODUCT I AM IN <3 WITH: 1 LB BAG of KALE!!
Just yesterday I was complaining to my friends Olga and Matt about the lack of Kale at my local Hannafords and how I was going through withdrawal and the Kale Gods must have heard me because they just started selling a new product: 1 pound bags of kale.
Note to Josh: Don't buy me flowers or chocolate I just want Kale!
Also, if you missed it yesterday, be sure to check out my Guest Post at Faith, Fitness, Fun!
Honestly, it was a pretty challenging piece to
write share with all of you. I find guest posts are always more difficult because I'm essentially "visiting" someone's blog and find myself worried about their readers, what they've written recently, their style, my style, etc. It's hard to explain. I guess in my mind when I write here, on my blog, I feel like I'm talking to a friend but when I guest blog on other people's blogs I feel like I'm talking to strangers. Friendly strangers, but strangers nonetheless.
Anyways, be sure to check out my Self Love Reflection and then check out Tina's blog as well. She's one of my all time favorite bloggers because she has a really great attitude about life, her blogging style is fun but insightful and she is so honest and open with everyone. When I read about challenges she's faced with and have overcome in the past it makes me feel stronger and less alone. So, be sure to take a look around, you may find a new blog to follow!!
I am so happy to say I am finally feeling better – essentially back to "normal" considering I will be dealing with congestion for the next 5 months. So let's check out last week's workout recap and this week's plan:
Last Week's Workout Recap
Monday: 55 min Yoga Class
Tuesday: 3.2 mile Run in 34 minutes + 10 mins Yoga
Wednesday: Lower back hurt so took it easy, 1 mile Run on treadmill & 25 mins Yoga
Thursday: 3.3 mile Run in 35 minutes + 10 mins Yoga + 5 mins Sauna
Friday: 55 min Yoga Class + 5 mins Sauna
Saturday: 10 mins Yoga
Sunday: 3.7 mile run in 36.5 minutes + 15 mins Yoga
This Week's Workout Plan
Continue 10 mins of yoga everyday!!
Monday: 55 min Yoga Class
Tuesday: 4 mile Run + Yoga
Wednesday: Light Rest Day (10 mins Yoga)
Thursday: 4 mile Run + Yoga
Friday: 55 min Yoga Class
Saturday: I may run a 5K on Saturday…. not sure yet!
Finally, I came across this awesome video of a Yoga Flash Mob and wanted to share it with all of you. It's simply beautiful and I would LOVE to participate in one someday! So if anyone in Boston ever wants to have a Yoga Flash mob count me in!!! Maybe Copley Square or Faneuil Hall would be good….. hmmmmm….


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What are the best amps to go with the HD500 or Axe Fx?
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You can't really throw percentages at this. As has been stated, you need an amp with an effects loop. If you're only using the HD500 for effects, it'd run in the loop like any effects unit, but if the distorted tones/amp models are coming from it as well, plug your guitar into the HD500 and the HD500 straight into the effects loop return. This way, you're bypassing the amp's preamp section entirely, so your amplified tone is the combination of the HD500 and the amp's power section.
If this were broken down like a rack rig, the HD500 would be the preamp and your amp's power section would be the power amp. Some power amps are very transparent and add very little "color" to the tone coming out of the preamp, but others have a very unique tone of their own. In contrast, running the HD500 straight to a powered monitor will be a more accurate representation of whatever amp model setting you select.
I dont think my Crate GX-20R has an effects loop, because there are no inputs in the back or anything.
So I guess the HD500 wouldn't sound good from this amp then? And I would have to buy a monitor.... At that rate, I might as well buy another guitar amp with an effects loop, so that it would have a function other than just being an output for the effects pedal. Does this sound about right? If so, which budget guitar amp can do this?
Searching for a great lead/metal/shred tone ala Petrucci, Rob Marcello, Romeo, etc....
Please help if you can in terms of pedals, amps, and what combination to reach that tone.
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Got your message about the jumbo Boucher...now there's a guitar brand I had not heard of before...then when I looked them up online I realized that they are not something readily available int he USA, at least that's what I think...but looking at the pictures of them they look great! Please post some pictures of yours and tell us more about them...I too love jumbo body guitars with non-maple back and sides. I have two, a 1980 Guild FJ212XL 12 string and a 1994 Gibson J100 extra, both with mahogany backs and sides. I have a 1990 Guild JF30 six string with maple back and sides that I keep tuned down a whole step for songs I need a lower pitch for...like McCartney's Yesterday. My FJ212XL is X-tra Large...(XL) with a 17" wide lower bout! I think the mahogany body offsets the tinny sound of a typical 12 string. Anyway, it's great to meet someone else here who likes the jumbo non-maple body guitars.
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POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. (March 28, 2012) - Undefeated super featherweight prospect Patrick "The Punisher" Hyland leads the "Irish Invasion" card, presented by Final Round Promotions in association with Team Snooki Boxing and Bob Duffy's Ring Promotions, May 12 at Mid-Hudson Civic Center in Poughkeepsie, New York.
Hyland (25-0, 11 KOs), one of three fighting Hyland brothers from Ireland who are now living in Marlboro (NY), puts his perfect record on the line in the eight-round main event against an opponent to soon be announced. The 28-year-old Hyland is the reigning World Boxing Federation ("WBF") super featherweight champion, in addition to being the former International Boxing Federation ("IBF") International and Irish featherweight, and International Boxing Association ("IBA") Inter-Continental super featherweight titlist.
Presently rated No. 12 by the North American Boxing Association ("NABA"), Hyland will be fighting in the United State for only the fifth time, including his last action this past January in Atlantic City. The stylish Irishman won a unanimous eight-round decision from veteran Emmanuel Lucero (26-8-1).
"We have a future world champion in Patrick Hyland, who is an exciting fighter with a 25-0 record," promoter Mike Pascale said. "Boxing fans in this area have bought into Patrick as one of their own. This is a rare opportunity for them to watch Patrick fight, up close and personal, before he moves on to larger venues pursuing his world title shot. We expect a great night of entertaining, competitive boxing on May 12th. We'll also be showcasing some promising fighters from the Hudson Valley market and throughout the state of New York."
In the six-round co-feature, 2008 National Golden Gloves champion Steve Martinez (11-1, 9 KOs) will be bouncing back from his first career loss in January. The gifted super middleweight fights out of the Bronx.
Canadian light welterweight Natasha Spencer (3-0-1, 2 KOs) squares-off against Racquel Bailey (1-1-1) in a six-round female match.
Also fighting on the undercard in separate four round bouts are Newburgh light welterweight Treysean Wiggins (3-0, 3 KOs), New York City light middleweight Valdrin Muriqi (2-1), Yonkers (NY) super featherweight Chazz McDowell (5-1, 1 KOs) and former USA Mid-American middleweight champion Bryant "The Spartan" Pappas (13-0-1, 13 KOs), and Poughkeepsie heavyweight Detroy Jones (5-0-1, 2 KOs).
Pappas, a sergeant in the Yonkers Police Department, is a cancer survivor who is donating his purse to cancer research. Team Snooki Boxing is donating $1.00 from each sold ticket to Rolling Thunder, Chapter III New York to support needy U.S. military veterans.
Tickets, reasonably priced at $35.00, $50.00 and $100 (Gold Ringside), are available to purchase at the Mid-Hudson Civic Center and through all Ticketmaster outlets.
Doors open at 6:30 PM/ET with the first bout scheduled for 7:30 PM/ET. Go to www.finalroundpromotions.com for additional information.
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What is going on with bottle caps?
We have the technlogy for simple twist-off caps. They don't require an easy-to-misplace tool, and are surprisingly manageable, even when a little bit drunk.
Why aren't we using these all the time? Why are the pry-off ones that require you to always have a bottle opener (I suggest on your keys) handy still so popular?
Side bar: what are these ones called? I doubt it's "pry-off".
Are twist-off caps more unreliable? Or do pry-offs only exist so bartenders can perfect snazzy tricks, and the rest of us can remove a layer of skin after mistaking it for something more drunkman-friendly?
I've dented many a hotel room cabinet because of this debacle, using it to smash open a beer bottle I assumed would be twist-off at the local Sip 'n' Save, normally failing on the first seven attempts before it finally flies across the room. Hotels, if you're listening, include bottle openers in your rooms and stop forcing me to become a minor vandal.
If we absolutely must have both, I demand some sort of colouring system that warns you that a beer bottle is not twist-off. I'm informed that you can tell by looking at it, but if you can, you're spending far too much time looking at the bottle when you should already be half-way through the six pack.
Silence said: Two o'clock in the afternoon and complaining about beer caps? You're not Kero
Doles said: they're called pop-tops and you can use almost anything to open them. real men use their eye-sockets
In all seriousness, pop-tops provide a better seal which make the beer more awesome
Kenni said: 21 year old man inside a 50 year old man.
You're nasty, Styg.
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Doles said:pop-tops provide a better seal which make the beer more awesome
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ect. so if you have a major problem with them, drink aussie beer


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Astronaut Michael E. Fossum, an STS-121 mission specialist, participates in the mission's second extravehicular activity. During the more than six-hour spacewalk, Fossum and fellow astronaut Piers J. Sellers restored the International Space Station's Mobile Transporter rail car to full operation and delivered a spare pump module for the station's cooling system. Image credit: NASA


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Solving the ODF Accessibility Challenge
Last week, we announced that IBM had contributed a set of interfaces called IAccessible2 to the Free Standards Group as part of existing Accessibility workgroup.
This is an important step for ODF, Linux and the disabled community. The standardized interfaces donated by IBM, IAccessible2, make it far easier for application developers to provide accessible applications to computer users with disabilities, regardless of their OS platform. The new interfaces work on Microsoft Windows and are designed to dramatically reduce the effort to support assistive technologies, such as screen readers on other platforms, including Linux, making multi-platform enablement much easier. In other words, it just got a lot easier for developers to provide access to their applications to the greatest number of users, on the greatest number of platforms. This effort was accelerated by the need to produce accessible productivity software based on ODF to meet the needs of municipalities such as the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, which has mandated the use of open standards such as ODF.
You can read the press release here.
Ian Murdock, our CTO, wrote an excellent entry here.
Andy Updegrove, standards guru, presents a great analysis here.
Aaron Leventhal of IBM has more detail on the interfaces here.


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Researchers have discovered that common bacteria suspended in a solution can be made to turn microgears. This opens up the possibility of building hybrid biological machines at the microscopic scale. The researchers say the discovery demonstrates how microscopic swimming agents, such as bacteria or man-made nanorobots, in combination with hard materials, can constitute a "smart material", which can dynamically alter its microstructures, repair damage, or power microdevices.Read More
The gestural interface used by Tom Cruise in the movie Minority Report was based on work by MIT Media Lab's Hiroshi Ishii, who has already commercialized similar large-scale gestural interface systems. However, such systems comprise many expensive cameras or require the user to wear tracking devices on their fingers. To develop a similar yet cost effective gestural interface system that is within reach of many more people other researchers at MIT have instead been working to develop screens with embedded optical sensors to track the movement of the user's fingers that could quickly make touch screens seem outdated.Read More
Previously, we've looked at technology to generate electricity from roads embedded with piezoelectric crystals that produce electricity when squeezed. Now a group of researchers is looking to shift the technology from the road to the vehicles themselves and use piezoelectrics placed on the vehicles to convert their kinetic energy into electricity.Read More
The ocean is a potentially vast source of electric power, yet wave-energy systems are rare as they generally offer limited efficiency, must withstand battering storms, and need to be tethered to the sea floor. But by applying the principles that keep airplanes aloft, a team of aerospace engineers is creating a new wave energy system that is durable, extremely efficient, and can be placed anywhere on the ocean, regardless of depth. Read More
Is your iPhone movie-making prowess giving your viewers motion sickness? Are your carefully planned, in-your-face action sequences of your friends' skateboarding accidents, or grandma's 80th birthday party antics not making it to Funniest Home Videos because of your inability to hold your iPhone still while you capture potential money-making footage. Fear not! If what the manufacturers say is true, the iSteady Shot camera stabilizer will soon have you cashing in. For roughly US$100, you can attach you iPhone or iPod nano to device and have your very own Hollywood-style "steady-cam" – check the video below to see what a difference the iSteady Shot makes to everyday filming.Read More
Although fish numbers are in decline in oceans all around the globe, the same can't be said for their robotic brethren. Like the "Robotuna" from MIT and the robots developed by a team at the University of Essex, the latest robotic fish from Michigan State University also take inspiration from nature. The aim is to give researchers more precise data on aquatic conditions and provide a deeper understanding of critical water supplies and habitats... and hopefully help improve the outlook for fish of the biological variety.Read More
Jogging on the spot has gone high tech thanks to an omni-directional treadmill that allows you to walk in any direction while staying centered on the treadmill. When coupled with virtual reality (VR) technology it offers the potential for truly natural walking and immersion in virtual environments.Read More
The rise and rise of the Nintendo Wii continues unabated and we've seen all manner of weird and wacky accessories released over the last year. With everything from bowling balls to exercise bikes popping up to complement associated games, it's no surprise the console is a big hit with those who like gadgets and gimmicks, but aside from the MotionPlus we haven't seen anything genuinely revolutionary since the original motion-sensitive controls... so it looks like it's up to the next-gen successor to truly re-imagine the Wii's potential.Read More
Apparently, the ongoing testing of the MotionPower system for generating electricity from the movement of cars and light trucks - as reported here previously - is paying dividends. New Energy, the company developing the technology, reports it can produce a 25-fold increase in the system's capacity to capture kinetic energy from moving vehicles, bringing the commercialization of the MotionPower system another step closer to reality.Read More
We've looked at robots that use a variety of ways to get around, from caterpillar treads, to wheels, legs, wings and even combustion-driven pistons. But the title of weirdest (not to mention unsettling) method of robot propulsion we've come across has to go to the shape-shifting ChemBot from iRobot. The ChemBot, which looks more like the Blob than most people's preconceived ideas of what a robot should be, moves around by changing its shape in a process its creators call, "jamming skin enabled locomotion."Read More
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Buckeye by the Choptank
While driving to the Assateague Island on Wednesday, we stopped for lunch at a lone picnic table by the Choptank River. The place was called the Choptank River Fishing Pier State Park. Afterwards, we took a short walk along the river accompanied by numerous butterflies.
They were common buckeyes (Junonia coenia). Common and pretty.


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ARMY Welfare Education Society, Delhi is Issued Notification for Recruitment of 7000 Teachers Vacancies(approx)(Contract basis), eligible candidates can apply before 21/10/2013 though online. Please be advised to read to below details and Official Advertisement Notification file.
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ONLINE registration Starting Date: 23/09/2013
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DATE of Written Exam: 08/12/2013
Date of Result: 23/12/2013
Exam Dates (08/12/2013)
Post names and Vacancy Details : 7000 Teachers vacancies on the rolls of the 133 Army Public Schools(APS) under AWES.
Educational Qualifications : Applicants must Complete PG OR Graduation With BEd atleast 50% marks have.
Age Limit : Applicants age must be 40 years for Fresh Applicants Or Experienced applicants age have below 57 years with 5 years for experience as on 01/04/2014 .
Selection Process : Selection process will be basis of Interview and later qualify Screen test which is held by HQ AWES centrally.
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Spring Programs Drawing to a Close
This Thursday, don't miss Dr. Nic Butler talk about "The Building of Fort Lyttleton" at the Hilton Head Island Branch Library beginning at 1 pm. He'll do an evening presentation at the Beaufort Branch Library from 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm.
Bill McIntosh is back on Thursday, May 6th to talk about his book, Indians' Revenge about the Yamassee War. The Beaufort Branch Library Children's Programming Room has a capacity limit of 45. We'll open the room at 5:00pm for the presentation which starts at 5:30pm. This will be similar to "musical chairs:" the first 45 participants can stay for the presentation. No saving of seats for others!
Don't forget that if you're interested in participating in a free Oral History workshop conducted by the Oral History Program of the Citadel and Avery Institute on Saturday, May 22nd at the Beaufort Branch Library, you need to pre-register by calling us at 843-470-6525; 843-255-6468 or e-mailing firstname.lastname@example.com. We can only accept 40 registrants.
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Grace Cordial has been responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Beaufort District Collection at the Beaufort County Library since 1999. The Beaufort District Collection exists to acquire, preserve, maintain and make accessible a research collection of permanent value which records the history, culture, and environment of our part of the South Carolina lowcountry. Besides the research room, Cordial manages the "Virtual BDC:" the BDC web pages, the Online Obituary Index, two digital collections, a new BDC.BCL Facebook page, and the Connections blog.
Among her duties is to coordinate or present programs about local history, Gullah culture, and our coastal environment, including occasional instructional sessions about how to perform historical and/or genealogical research.


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Southwest Tech is governed by a nine-member Board elected by the 30 school districts boards comprising the Southwest Tech district. Board Members serve staggered three-year terms.
Pursuant to Wisconsin Statute, the District Board consists of:
- Two Employer members
- Two Employee members
- Three Additional members
- One Elected Official member who holds a state or local office
- One School District Administrator
2015-16 District Board Members
James D. Kohlenberg
Employer Member/Board Chairperson
Appointed: 2001
Term Expires: 2016
Phone: 608-822-2350
- Owner/President – Jim's Building Center, Inc.
- Wisconsin Retail Lumberman's Board
- Served on Iowa-Grant School Board for 18 Years; 15 Years as President
- Served on Wisconsin State School Boards Association 8½ Years
- Fennimore Chamber of Commerce Board Member
- Member, Livingston Community Improvement Corporation
- Livingston Fireman
Rhonda Sutton
Additional Member/Board Vice Chairperson
Richland Center
Appointed: 2010
Term Expires: 2016
- Director of Human Resources– The Richland Hospital, Inc.
- Alzheimer's Association South Central Wisconsin Chapter Memory Walk Committee
- Wisconsin Society of Human Resource Administrator's Member
- Society of Human Resources Management Member
Darlene Mickelson
Employee Member/Board Secretary
Soldiers Grove
Appointed: 2012
Term Expires: 2016
- Executive Assistant - Grant County Economic Development Corporation
- Graduate of Southwest Tech Accounting Program
- Served as Treasurer of Southwest Tech's Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
- Member of Grant County Tourism Council
Chris J. Prange
Additional Member/Board Treasurer
Appointed: 2011
Term Expires: 2017
- President and CEO, American Bank & Trust - Wisconsin
- Grant County Economic Development Corporation
- Lancaster Police & Fire Commission
- Served on Grant Regional Health Center Board for 9 years
- Served on the Lancaster School Board
- Served on the Lancaster Housing Authority
Linda Erickson
School District Administrator Member
Appointed: 2015
Term Expires: 2018
- District Administrator, Iowa-Grant School District
- Iowa-Grant Education Fund
- Iowa-Grant Library Board
Melissa J. Fitzsimons
Employee Member
Appointed: 2006
Term Expires: 2018
- Registered Nurse – Dean Specialty Clinic, Dodgeville
- Received LPN Degree and Associate Degree in Nursing from Southwest Tech
- Served on Holy Rosary Church and School Educational Commission
- Darlington Women's Volleyball League
- Platteville Food Pantry
Russell R. Moyer
Additional Member
Appointed: 1981
Term Expires: 2017
- Owner, Moyer Dairy Farm
- Served on Barneveld School Board for 27 years
- Barneveld Education Foundation President
- Barneveld American Legion Member
Eileen Nickels
Elected Official Member
Appointed: 2006
Term Expires: 2017
- Retired Realtor
- Platteville City Council
- Southwest Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission Board
- Platteville Chamber of Commerce
- Platteville Area League of Women Voters
- Platteville Main Street Program
- League of Wisconsin Municipalities
Donald L. Tuescher
Employer Member
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Term Expires: 2018
- President, Tuescher Electric & Refrigeration, Inc.
- President, Darlington Mutual Insurance Co. Board of Directors
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Mark Schultz (submitted photo above) and Point of Grace are playing at Duluth Denfeld at 7 p.m. Saturday night as part of the 30-city "Come Alive" fall tour. Tickets are $25 for the artist circle and $20 for general admission. Go to www.echoconcerts.com. Schultz, a Christian singer/songwriter, recently released the album "Come Alive," which was inspired by family members dealing with cancer, special needs, and the artist's coast-to-coast bike ride that raised $250,000 for the James Fund, which provides assitance to widows and orphans. He is at No. 1 on Billboard's Hot Christian Adult Contemporary Songwriters list and has nine No. 1 radio hits. Point of Grace is gospel music with crossover country appeal.
The Shell Lake Arts Center is hosting, what they call, Wisconsin's only fiddle contest. Fiddlers perform for the pros: Linda Breitag, Nori Perrine, Mia Quilan, and John Pisa. The beginners division starts at 10 a.m., and intermediate and advanced participants start at 3 p.m.
Laura MacKenzie and Gary Rue, a Twin Cities-based duo, performs at 7:30 p.m. Friday at Hayward's Park Theater. MacKenzie, when performing solo, is known for traditional songs from Ireland, Scotland, and England. Minnesota Public Radio called her "The high priestess of Celtic music." She has appeared on A Prairie Home Companion. Rue's Web site is an exceptionally fun read with bits like: Writer and vocalist for commercials like "Mall of America There's a Place for Fun in Your Life." His songs have been recorded by Nick Lowe and Helen Reddy. I won't even go into the photo on his home page. … Tix are $15 at the door, $12 in advance. Call (715)634-4596.
The Echoes of Peace Choir, directed by Sara Thomsen, performs at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at Weber Music Hall at the University of Minnesota Duluth. Special guests include: Lyz Jaakola, The Anishinaabe Youth Chorus, and Oshkii Giizhik Singers. The Echoes of Peace Choir is a non-audition community-based choir that sings songs about justice, peace, hope, and longing from all over the world. Admission to the concert is a free will donation, and the proceeds go to Mending the Sacred Hoop, a prgram of the Duluth Abuse & Intervention Project that focuses on ending violence against Native women and their children.
In a recent interview, Solon Springs artist Jeredt Runions made a joke about the massive amount of lighthouse and seagull art that can be found locally. Except … I don't think he was kidding. Runions and nine other artists are joining forces for a show called "No Lighthouses or Lakeviews" at the Venue at Mohaupt Block, 2024 W. Superior St. The opening is 7 p.m. Saturday, with an after party at The Rex, 600 E. Superior St. Music by Gypsy Lumberjacks. Art by Runions, etc., will hang through November.


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G Bar & Kitchen is located along the shore of Swampscott, MA. Sorry, no ocean view but a short stroll (100 feet) provides a scenic pre- or post-meal activity.
The interior is small but nicely appointed. The entire restaurant can only seat about 30 people at tables plus another 8 at the bar. The menu is seasonal and the staff is attentive and friendly.
The local buzz is generally positive.
We started with two apps. Mine was the foie gras pate with fig compote and my wife had 'G's Happy Meal'. The foie was a large dollop of airy foie mixed (I'm guessing here) with whipped cream. I'm accustomed to seeing foie pate in a slice but it appears the chef has taken a simple (rustic?) route here. It was delicious and well accompanied by the compote and crostini. The 'G Happy Meal' is a cleverly named appetizer sampler plate that included three fried shrimp with a spicy Asian sauce, two native-corn fritters, two slices of seared tuna. The chef is not breaking any new ground here but he executed beautifully.
My wife ordered a special entree of salmon and scallops over greens. Unfortunately, both were served a tad overcooked and dry. She thought the flavors were there but the dryness of the seafood was a bit of a joy kill.
I had grilled skirt steak with bleu cheese and a pile of onion rings. The steak was perfectly cooked to the requested medium rare and properly sliced across the grain. I'm not a big fan of bleu cheese and the chef was more than accommodating to my request to use it sparingly. The onion rings, and I am a sucker for them, were great. Large and piled high over the meat to provide a nice sculptural visual as it arrives at the table.
We were disappointed the kitchen ran out of white chocolate as we were eager to try the dessert of frozen berries with warm white chocolate sauce. A recipe I have seen in a Barefoot Contessa cookbook. I've had this at home and it is wonderful.
Perhaps we'll have it next time we visit G because I know I will be returning.
For more information:
G Bar & Kitchen
256 Humphrey Street
Swampscott, MA 01907
(781) 596-2228


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After kicking off the year with 3 Stellar Gospel Music Award wins and other standout performances Anthony Brown & group therAPy are releasing a new single from their highly acclaimed debut album.
"Water" showcases Anthony Brown & group therAPy's breadth of musical range. The song that focuses on worship time with God. In this fast paced world, it's essential to slow down and truly tap into that one-on-one experience with God. According to Anthony, he wrote "Water" with this exact purpose in mind.
Teaming up again with Stellar Award winning production team, Brand X Media, the "Water" video is visually soothing with interchanging shots of flowing water and emotional performance shots from the group. It's truly an experience. The video can be seen on YouTube via the Tyscot Channel. Watch here
Anthony Brown serves as Assistant Minister of Music at First Baptist Church of Glenarden (Pastor John K. Jenkins). With his passion for music ministry, he wants to help other ministries across the country by launching 30 Days of Water + Worship, a unique, interactive worship initiative.
Starting in late summer, Brown head into churches across the country conducting workshops on the importance of worship. During each session, worship leaders as well as praise teams and choirs, will have the opportunity to learn important tools from Anthony Brown himself.
Churches interested in bringing Anthony Brown's 30 Days of Water + Worship visit www.ajblive.com and fill out the form in the "Contact Us" tab.
Anthony Brown & group therAPy are preparing to embark on their 2nd major tour as one of the featured acts on the 2014 McDonald's Inspirational Celebration Gospel Tour. The group will visit several major markets performing many songs from their latest award-winning CD.
Mount Airy Church of God In Christ
Philadelphia, PA
Ebeneezer AME Church
Fort Washington, MD
Wake Chapel Church
Raleigh, NC
Greater Bethlehem Temple Church
Jackson, MS
New Salem Baptist Church
Memphis, TN
Greater Grace Temple
Detroit, MI
Chicago Gospel Music Fest
Chicago, IL
Full Gospel Baptist Conference
Atlanta, GA
West Angeles Church of God in Christ
Los Angeles, CA
Paramount Theater
Oakland, CA


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A hot summer day may include a trip to the lake, or your favorite swimming hole. If you're going for a swim, the Centers for Disease Control would like to remind you to protect yourself against recreational water illnesses.
Doctors said there are several illnesses you can get from swimming in contaminated freshwater lakes and ponds. "The types of things you can see are diarrhea-illnesses, irritations of the skin, sometimes irritations of the eyes, nose, and mouth, as well," said Dr. Susan Rehm.
Although most algal blooms are not harmful, blue-green algae may make you sick. Algae, in general, is enriched by hot weather and farm runoff. The stillness of the water may also facilitate bacterial growth. Many beaches are now testing for algae and for algae toxins, so you may see postings, or you can look for the signs of algae yourself, like a paint sheen.
Whenever you're swimming or boating in fresh water, you should also look for storm drains that may be pulling polluted water from streets. Pay attention to bacteria levels in lakes and streams, especially on really hot days, and after heavy rainfall.
Dr. Rehm stated, "If there is a storm, storm runoff can bring sewage and other pollutants into fresh water. And there are high concentrations there and of course, the warm weather does accelerate the growth of bacteria under those circumstances."
To decrease your risk of getting sick, avoid swallowing water while swimming. Don't swim with an open cut or wound, and take a shower before and after.


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You may not be likely to hear EMA on Top 40 radio, but that doesn't make her an unknown. She's all the rage in the blogosphere and in respected music publications like Rolling Stone, Spin, and Pitchfork. For once, the critical adoration is not misplaced: EMA is a musician for listeners who consume music at a deeper level. Pay attention to the lyrics on her latest album, The Future's Void ($10) and you'll hear a modern poet in action.
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Fresh AspirationsA climbing and gently striving piece that looks to a positive future.https://www.smartsound.com/strata/images/STRATHF_200.jpgSingle66003-ST$ 39.9566003-EX$ 59.9566003-W$ 149.95Emotions: Atmospheric, Gentle, Heartwarming, Innocent, Soothing, Striving, Ambient, Drama, Hopeful, Emotional, Poignant, Soft Genre: Ballad, Indie, Easy-Listening/New Age Production Types: Indie Film, Short Film, Action-Drama, Biography, Spoken Word/Narration, Background Instrument: Strings, Instrumental
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TerabytesEdgy but atmospheric, this synth-based groove has a searching and striving feel to it.https://www.smartsound.com/strata/images/STRATCD_200.jpgSingle63605-ST$ 39.9563605-EX$ 59.9563605-W$ 149.95Emotions: Atmospheric, Confident, Hypnotic, Pulsating, Striving, Ambient Genre: Chill, Electronica, Trip Hop, Electronic Production Types: Science, Background Instrument: Electronic, Instrumental
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Burning HotSyncopated effects open this lively, cheerful and energetic tune that roars and pops with animation as it explodes into a bouncy, dynamic tempo.https://www.smartsound.com/strata/images/STRATUP_200.jpgSingle7100104-ST$ 39.957100104-EX$ 59.957100104-W$ 149.95Emotions: Driving, Energetic, Exciting, Positive, Uplifting, Inspirational, Atmospheric, Bold, Competitive, Confident, Fierce, Hypnotic, Incessant, Inspiring, Motivating, Powerful, Pulsating, Punchy, Refreshing, Striving, Triumphant, Ambient, Hopeful, Upbeat Genre: Corporate/Technology, Rockin, Dance, Electronica, Pop Rock, House Production Types: Sports, Commercials, Corporate, Corporate Communications, Intros/Bumpers/Stingers, Product Videos, Background Instrument: Electronic, Bass (Electric), Chimes, Drums, Guitar (Acoustic), Guitar (Electric), Piano, Strings, Synthesizer, Guitar
Burning Hot from the album Updraft
Shake And JiveMid-tempo motivational pop. Sweet melody with a homey, organic style. Quiet confidence.https://www.smartsound.com/strata/images/STRATOP_200.jpgSingle7100170-ST$ 39.957100170-EX$ 59.957100170-W$ 149.95Emotions: Driving, Energetic, Exciting, Happy, Positive, Cool, Uplifting, Inspirational, Atmospheric, Competitive, Confident, Fresh, Hypnotic, Incessant, Inspiring, Leisurely, Motivating, Pulsating, Refreshing, Serene, Striving, Ambient, Hopeful Genre: Earthy, Outdoorsy, Corporate/Technology, New Age, Pop Rock Production Types: Commercials, Corporate, Nature, Corporate Communications, Home Videos, Product Videos, Background Instrument: Rock/Pop Band, Bass (Electric), Drums, Guitar (Acoustic), Synthesizer, New Age Ensemble, Acoustic, Instrumental, Guitar
Shake And Jive from the album Organic Pop
Mars SunriseStirring synths and pounding drums create an otherworldly mix. A gentle, graceful track with the power to uplift spirits.https://www.smartsound.com/strata/images/BS22AD_200.jpgSingle56005-ST$ 39.9556005-EX$ 59.9556005-W$ 149.95Emotions: Uplifting, Atmospheric, Dramatic, Expansive, Striving, Ambient, Drama, Magical Genre: New Age, Easy-Listening/New Age Production Types: TV/ Film Drama, Documentary, Action-Drama, Meditation, Science, Spoken Word/Narration, Background Instrument: Electronic, Instrumental
Mars Sunrise from the album Ambient Drama
Utopia City HallTaking to the air, this ethereal electronic cut floats over the landscape untethered.https://www.smartsound.com/strata/images/STRATCD_200.jpgSingle63610-ST$ 39.9563610-EX$ 59.9563610-W$ 149.95Emotions: Uplifting, Atmospheric, Calm, Hypnotic, Pulsating, Relaxed, Soothing, Striving, Ambient, Angelic Genre: Chill, Electronica, Downtempo, Electronic Production Types: Science Instrument: Electronic, Instrumental
Utopia City Hall from the album Chill Down
Disappear ForeverA trippy and spacey rock journey with big aspirations. Searching and expansive, great for showing off your big vision.https://www.smartsound.com/producer/images/PS61_200.jpgSingle11304-ST$ 39.9511304-EX$ 59.9511304-W$ 149.95Emotions: Driving, Atmospheric, Expansive, Inspiring, Powerful, Striving, Tense, Ambient Genre: Rock, Indie Rock, Indie Artist, Indie Production Types: Commercials, Indie Film, Short Film Instrument: Rock/Pop Band, Instrumental
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