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The House of Representatives passed into law health care reform legislation Sunday after a last second presidential deal secured the necessary votes from wavering Democrats. The bill now moves onto the Senate where Democrats believe the necessary votes to pass the bill and send it to the White House for signature.
Democrats passed the extremely controversial legislation 220-211, just three votes over the necessary margin of 216. Just hours prior to the final vote, Rep. Bart Stupak (D-MI), the leader of a group of self-proclaimed pro-life Democrats which included Cincinnati's Rep. Steve Driehaus (D-OH), reached a deal that secured his group's votes in favor of the legislation. Not one Republican voted for the bill, and over 30 Democrats voted against it.
In exchange for their votes, President Obama has "assured" the congressmen that he will sign an executive order guaranteeing that no federal funds will be used to fund abortions. This agreement apparently satisfied the likes of Stupak and Driehaus and thus secured a victory for Dems.
As many pundits pointed out Sunday, executive orders hold no weight whatsoever when they conflict with legislation. If a challenge to Obama's executive order is made on the basis of law set forth in Roe v. Wade, many expect the executive order would crumble. Despite the transparency of this assurance, the members of Stupak's gang jumped at the opportunity to vote in favor of the health care legislation.
The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office said the legislation awaiting the president's approval would extend coverage to 32 million Americans who lack it, ban insurers from denying coverage on the basis of pre-existing medical conditions and cut deficits by an estimated $138 billion over a decade.
The CBO is careful to point out, however, that their financial conclusions are based solely on the assurances of the Democrats. For instance, the deficit cuts are based upon promises that Congress and the White House will cuts "wasteful spending" in Medicaid and Medicare to reduce the nation's debt. If that doesn't happen, the numbers clearly will not be accurate.
For the first time, most Americans would be required to purchase insurance, and face penalties if they refused.
Republicans attacked the bill without let-up, warning it would harm the economy while mandating a government takeover of the health care system.
"The American people know you can't reduce health care costs by spending $1 trillion or raising taxes by more than one-half trillion dollars. The American people know that you cannot cut Medicare by over one-half trillion dollars without hurting seniors," said Rep. Dave Camp (R-Mich).
"And, the American people know that you can't create an entirely new government entitlement program without exploding spending and the deficit."
To pay for the changes, the legislation includes more than $400 billion in higher taxes over a decade. In addition, the bills cut more than $500 billion from planned payments to hospitals, nursing homes, hospices and other providers that treat Medicare patients. An estimated $200 billion would reduce planned subsidies to insurance companies that offer a private alternative to traditional Medicare.
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Slow Roller: Guy Builds 2MPH Fiat Tank
Ironsmith Kogoro Kurata went and built himself a little tank out of a Fiat and old tractor. Unfortunately, it tops out at 3km (~1.8MPH), making it the world's most boring drive. You could fall asleep at the wheel for an hour and not even make to the end of your driveway. No, this thing needs some rockets. And fuzzy dice. Because nothing says, "helloooooo ladies" better than a pair of fuzzy dice. Besides me. Helloooooo ladies. You liked that, didn't you? It's my deep voice -- it resonates inside you. Like an opera singer's, but 80x manlier.
Hit the jump for a video of the tank inaction(!).
Fiat Cinque Tank [pinktentacle]

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It's August and there's still another month before the kids go back to school. If they're complaining they're bored or driving mom and dad batty, a summer camp can provide an good option to keep them occupied.
Long Island Achievement Center opened earlier this summer in the heart of Huntington, New York to the delight of Long Islanders. The facility is primary a tutoring center throughout the year for all ages that also offers enrichment classes in art, music and science for ages 2 and up. During the summer the Center offers weekly themed summer camps that incorporate not only fun but also an education component to its sessions.
The camp sessions are geared for boys and girls ages 5-7 years old and cost $125 per week. Campers meets five days a week from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and the camp includes drinks and peanut-free snacks.
The Center's recent Frozen camp, based on the popular Disney movie, thrilled little girls with it's winter-themed activities. Arts and crafts included snow globes, snowflakes, tutus and magic wands.
In August two sessions are taking place and accepting registrations.
SPA/TEA PARTY August 4 - 8
A beauty summer camp focused on inner and outer beauty. Learn about health and beauty from the inside out while making lip gloss, sugar scrubs and facial masks. Enjoy a paraffin hand treatment, facial, back massage and manicure.
On August 8 the campers will have a tasty tea party.
TRIP AROUND THE WORLD August 11 - 15
Get passports ready for a creative and fun trip around the world. Visit a different country each day and create crafts, listen to music and learn about the culture of each location.
FROZEN August 18-22
Experience all things Frozen. Inspired by Disney's new hit movie, join us on a magical adventure with Elsa, Anna and Olaf as we make snowflake crafts, tutus, magic wands and snow globes. FROZEN takes place in Arendelle, a fictional land based in Norway. Campers will study Norway and master the art of rosemaling, a traditional Norwegian artform.
For more information or to register for the camps, please visit www.longislandachievementcenter.com or call 631-470-9300. Follow Long Island Achievement Center on Facebook for additional information.
Long Island Achievement Center
124 Main Street, Suite 1A
Huntington, NY 11743
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Overeaters Anonymous offers a program of recovery from compulsive eating using the Twelve Steps [2] and Twelve Traditions [3] of OA. Worldwide meetings and other tools [4] provide a fellowship of experience, strength and hope where members respect one another's anonymity. OA charges no dues or fees; it is self-supporting through member contributions. Find a meeting. [5]
[1] http://www.oa.org/
[2] http://www.oa.org/new-to-oa/twelve-steps.php
[3] http://www.oa.org/new-to-oa/twelve-traditions.php
[4] http://www.oa.org/new-to-oa/tools-of-recovery.php
[5] http://www.oa.org/meetings/


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Brick and Stone Veneer Siding
Siding is the first thing people see when they look at your home; it's what gives your home "curb appeal." Brick and stone veneer adds a sense of stability, timelessness, and richness which is why it's such a popular choice for home building and remodeling; it can give your home the appeal it deserves.
Many of the brick and stone homes built within the last few decades are made with veneer siding; it offers a realistic look at affordable prices and less than half the real stone weight. Only experts are immediately able to tell the difference between a natural and a veneer stone or brick siding. It also provides better insulation.
When choosing your siding you'll want to consider your climate and the amount of care you are willing to devote to its maintenance; brick and stone veneer siding require very little maintenance. You'll also want to ensure the siding is appropriate for the architectural style.
Brick Veneer
Where true brick homes are constructed block-upon-block to hold up the house, brick veneer siding is held up by the house itself. It is real masonry however it is applied as a single layer overlaying the original framework of the house. The siding is secured to the home using small metal ties which allows for a small gap of air between the pre-existing exterior wall and the new exterior façade. If you're curious about a homes siding, the easiest way to tell the difference between real brick and brick veneer is to find out when it was constructed. If it was built within the last forty years there's a good chance it's not solid brick.
Grout for brick veneer – just as important as the brick
Grout technique, and how well it is executed, is as important as the brick itself. Impressive grout techniques, both in color hue and finished joint methods, significantly enhance the beauty and believability of your homes siding. Brick patterns, grout color, and joint techniques should be discussed with your contractor prior to installation. There are six grout techniques used with brick veneer and all offer a completely different look such as rustic or cottage, they are; standard, overgrout, weep, bead, grapevine, and full joint.
Advantages - There are many benefits to brick veneer; it's durable and fireproof, which can possibly save you some money on your insurance premiums. You never need to paint or stain your home. It's a great way to provide natural insulation against the elements of weather and, unlike solid brick, brick veneer siding traps air within the gap between the two exterior walls providing even better insulation. You can also add more insulation in the stud cavities of the house's original framework. There are many colors and styles to choose from such as European brick or used brick.
Disadvantages – Because there is a gap between the two exterior walls moisture can get trapped and cause problems. Weep holes are often created to ventilate this gap. Also, because brick is porous, when it rains water can seep between the block and mortar, creating damage to the homes exterior. A water-resistant surface must be placed over the homes original framework to prevent moisture build-up and mold from entering your house.
Stone Veneer
Stone veneer consists of a mixture of natural ingredients such as Portland cement, lightweight aggregates and iron-oxide pigments, which become integral to the stone during fabrication. The materials are then cast into molds taken from natural stone to produce a realistic looking stone that is lighter than natural stone. Natural stone can require wall ties and footings, which in turn can increase installation cost and difficulty. The huge range of available styles and colors makes this product a strong choice. Some available choices are Castle stone, Cobble stone, Euro Cobble, Euro limestone, Fieldstone, River rock, Ledge stone, and the list goes on. The appearance is so realistic most people can't tell the difference between real stone and faux stone – homeowners don't feel it's a compromise to use it, and the other benefits are significant.
Grout for stone veneer – just as important as the stone
There are 3 distinct grout techniques, each with their own unique look: Standard Joints (raked,) Dry-Stack Joints, and Overgrout Joints (historically known as a sack finish.) These 3 joint finishes play a major role when it comes to finishing a job that has the look and feel of real stone and the overall appearance. Be sure to discuss grout techniques with your contractor prior to installation.
Advantages – Lower price – manufactured stone veneer (MSV) is approximately half the cost of natural stone installed. The material weighs considerably less than real stone, as much as 75 percent less – making it easier and quicker to install and reduces the structural supports needed. Stone veneer doesn't require foundations or footings, eliminating the time and money necessary for those supports. There is a huge range of styles and colors available. Stone veneer can be applied to any structurally sound surface with the proper preparation and can fit nearly any building plan. MSV's are non-combustible. Some insurance companies will offer a reduction for using them. Most companies offer a fifty year warranty. Stones are easily replaced if damaged.
Disadvantages – Stone veneers are more expensive than most other sidings. Some varieties may not look as authentic.
Getting it right
As with any building material the quality of the product is as important as how well it is installed. Careful consideration regarding color, pattern, and the type of grout technique used are very important factors to discuss with your contractor. See below for our list of prescreened licensed contractors in your area.
Interested in exploring your siding options? Brick and stone veneer add a richness and timelessness to any home. And better yet, they look so realistic that usually only experts can tell it's not the real thing. Read on to learn more.
While brick and stone veneer siding is certainly less expensive than authentic material, you should still expect to pay $11 to $15 per square foot. This could vary depending on the materials used and the cost of installation in your area. Contact a local professional for specific cost estimates.
Approximately half the cost of natural stone.
Durable and fireproof, which can save you money on insurance premiums.
Provides even better insulation than regular solid brick.
Brick is porous, so rainwater can seep between the block and mortar, potentially damaging the home's exterior.
More expensive than most other sidings.
Leaves a gap between the two exterior walls; moisture can get trapped.
Both brick and stone veneer are very durable siding options. They can withstand a fair amount of damage and will protect a home from fire better than other materials.
Brick and stone veneer are virtually maintenance-free siding options. Stone veneer might need an occasional spray of the hose to clear away any dirt, and brick veneer may eventually need to undergo "pointing," or grinding out old cement and replacing it with new cement.
Common Questions and Answers
What is the difference between regular brick and brick veneer when it comes to installation?
While true brick homes are constructed block-upon-block to hold up the house, brick veneer siding is held up by the house itself, secured to the home using small metal ties that allow for a small gap of air between the pre-existing exterior wall and the n
How is stone veneer created?
Stone veneer consists of a mixture of natural ingredients, such as Portland cement, lightweight aggregates and iron-oxide pigments, which become integral to the stone during fabrication. The materials are then cast into molds taken from natural stone to p
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April 27, 2014
By: Andrew Rich
By: Andrew Rich
FRESNO, Calif. -- Fresno State capped a perfect week with a dominating 11-1 win over Air Force on Sunday afternoon at Beiden Field to sweep the three-game Mountain West Conference series and run their winning streak to five games.
The Bulldogs had beaten Cal (7-4) and Cal State Fullerton (2-1, 16 innings) in mid-week games as part of the unbeaten week of baseball.
''I think it's been the whole team clicking," freshman Manny Argomaniz said. "As they say, hitting is contagious and ever since we started our road trip in Reno as a team we've been hitting the ball really well. It's just kind of snowballing and going really well for us right now."
With the game tied 1-1 after three innings of play, the Fresno State bats took over from there. The Bulldogs would score 10 runs in the fourth through seventh innings to put the Falcons away.
It all started in the fourth with one out. Kevin Viers singled, followed by a double that landed right on the chalk down the left field line by Argomaniz. Then, Brody Russell laid down a squeeze bunt that scored Viers to give the `Dogs a 2-1 lead. After a strikeout for the second out, Austin Guibor hit a two-RBI single up the middle to score Argomaniz and Russell. One batter later, Jordan Luplow capped the inning with a two-RBI double to left and the lead was 6-1.
After an Argomaniz home run in the fifth, his second of the game and fourth of the season, the `Dogs put together another big inning in the sixth.
Luplow drove in his third run of the game with a sacrifice fly that pushed the lead up to 8-1 and then it was back to the two-out magic for the Fresno State hitters. Chris Mariscal and Kevin Viers each had two-out, run scoring singles that made it 10-1.
Luplow added an RBI-single in the seventh to cap his impressive series. The junior from Fresno finished the weekend 9-for-12 with seven RBI. Argomaniz was 3-for-5 with his first career multi-home run game.
"What I've seen is way more aggressive swings," Fresno State head coach Mike Batesole said about Argomaniz. "Even his swings and misses, you can see he's airing it out. When he swings and misses you go, `Hey, don't throw that pitch again.' Since he's stopped being careful and stopped trying to push the ball to right field and just started letting it go, it's been good to have another bat in the middle of the order.
Fresno State pitching allowed just one run in each game of the weekend series. It is the least amount of runs the Bulldogs' pitching staff has given up in a three-game stretch since 2005.
The five-game winning streak will be put to the test when the Bulldogs travel to perennial power Cal State Fullerton on Wednesday night. First pitch is set for 6:00 p.m.
"Catch the Wave" - 2014 Fresno State baseball season tickets are now on sale and can be ordered online at gobulldogs.com or over the phone at 559-278-DOGS (3647). The official home of the Fresno State Bulldogs is 940 AM ESPN Radio.
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Class is back in session as Executive Chef Luca Corazzina teaches "Scoula 312" at 312 Chicago on the first or second Saturday of every month, August through December.
Take the opportunity to learn authentic Italian recipes from Chef Luca, a Padova native, who grew up learning to cook by his mother's side. A variety of techniques and recipes will be taught, including:
- · The Art of Grilling – August 9th at 12pm
- · The Art of Fish – September 6th at 12pm
- · The Art of Risotto – October 11th at 12pm
- · The Art of Meat – November 8th at 12pm
- · The Art of Holiday Recipes – December 6 at 12pm
Classes are $45/person and include recipe cards, a bottle of 312 Aged Balsamic and light bites.
You're in expert hands with native Italian, Chef Luca Corazzina. A native of Padova, Corazzina's mother was a professional chef and the tortelloni doesn't fall far from the boiling water - mama passed on her expertise in Northern Italian cuisine to her son. As a boy he would help out in the kitchen, prepping or washing dishes. Corazzina's family emigrated from Italy to Chicago in 1986 and then realized the dream of opening a restaurant in the Little Italy neighborhood two years later.
For more information visit the website or directly purchase tickets here: http://scuola312.eventbrite.com.
If you have tickets for a Saturday performance at one of the nearby theaters, consider 312 Chicago for bites as the Italian restaurant if now offering weekend lunch available on Saturdays from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.


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Climate Change Vulnerability Assessments: Four Case Studies of Water Utility Practices
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This report presents a series of case studies describing the approaches currently (as of 2011) being taken by four water utilities in the United States to assess their vulnerability to climate change. The report is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of assessment approaches or utilities conducting vulnerability assessments. Rather, its purpose is to illustrate a range of issues and current approaches taken by selected utilities that are proactive in climate adaptation to understand and respond to climate risk.
The approaches taken by the different utilities to assess their vulnerability to climate change range from sophisticated environmental modeling and scenario analysis to qualitative methods based on reviews of available literature. The case studies illustrate different approaches that reflect specific local needs and conditions, existing vulnerabilities, local partnerships, and available information about climate change. Information from these case studies will be of use to water utilities and other members of the water resources community to inform the development of strategies for understanding and responding to climate change.
For more detailed information on how the East Bay Municipal Utility District, Seattle and other utilities organized their vulnerability assessments, see Climate Change Vulnerability Assessments: A Review of Water Utility Practices.


text: It looks like the countdown to Froyo has officially begun. The Android Developers site has released the Android 2.2 "Froyo" platform source code today for developers to start tinkering with on their mobile devices. This is a good sign that shows that the update to the Android OS is ready for public consumption as the SDK will be able to be modified, played with, and optimized for the many handset that we are hoping to see it hit upon official release.


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Greek Court Housing
Greek Court is Eastern's fraternity and sorority housing complex located on the southeastern portion of campus.Organizations housed there represent all three national governing councils -- the Interfraternity Council, Panhellenic Council, and the National Pan-Hellenic Council.
Eighteen of the 26 Fraternities and Sororities reside in Greek Court. They are as follows:
- Alpha Gamma Delta
- Alpha Phi
- Alpha Sigma Alpha
- Alpha Sigma Tau
- Delta Delta Delta
- Delta Sigma Theta
- Delta Zeta
- Kappa Delta
- Sigma Kappa
- Sigma Sigma Sigma
- Zeta Phi Beta
- Delta Tau Delta
- Kappa Alpha Psi
- Lambda Chi Alpha
- Sigma Alpha Epsilon
- Sigma Chi
- Sigma Phi Epsilon
- Sigma Nu
Fraternity Chapters with privately-owned housing in Charleston
- Pi Kappa Alpha
- Sigma Pi


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You've already seen Brian Williams' "Rapper's Delight" -- 10 million of you have! And you've checked out Williams' bad-ass "Gin and Juice" (eight million.) But, did you know that there were four other videos created by Jimmy Fallon's team, headed up by film research coordinator and producer John MacDonald?
MacDonald been making Williams mash-ups since mid-last year while Fallon was still working the evening shift over at Late Night. Before that he cut his teeth making videos for Saturday Night Live. His first foray into TV? In 1999 he appeared on a David Letterman segment -- "Stupid Human Tricks." MacDonald sang the alphabet with his mouth closed.
Six Videos of Brian Williams Gangsta Rapper
Snoop Dogg's verse from Dr. Dre's "Nuthin' but a 'G' Thang."
Air Date: June 5, 2013
Late Night with Jimmy Fallon
Warren G's "Regulate"
Air Date: June 6, 2013
Late Night with Jimmy Fallon
N.W.A's "Straight Outta Compton"
Air Date: June 7, 2013
Late Night with Jimmy Fallon
Marky Mark & Funky Bunch's "Good Vibrations"
Air Date: Jul 29, 2013
Late Night with Jimmy Fallon
"Rapper's Delight" w/Lester Holt
Air Date: Feb 19, 2014
The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon
Brian Williams Raps "Gin and Juice"
April 21, 2014
The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon
Bonus Videos:
Brian Williams appeared on April 21 to discuss his feelings about the videos. Quotable hilarity ensues...
Brian Williams Addresses His Rapping -- Part 1
Brian Williams Addresses His Rapping -- Part 2


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University of Toronto New College Residences
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Centrally located on the historical University of Toronto campus right in downtown Toronto, New College's Wilson Hall Residence is open to the public from mid May to the end of August. We provide an affordable, safe and secure environment with all the comfort, value and convenience guests look for.
All of our guestrooms are private, air-conditioned single rooms (with washrooms steps away) and a FULL BUFFET BREAKFAST IS INCLUDED with your stay every morning in our newly renovated dining hall. An in-room phone (free local calls) and free internet access in each room (If you have a computer) are also included.
ALL APPLICABLE TAXES (such as the 12% accommodation tax) ARE INCLUDED!
The University's Athletic Centre which has an Olympic swimming pool, weights room, squash courts and an indoor track is right next door.
New College (Wilson Hall Residence) is within walking distance to the downtown core to the major tourist attractions, museums, theatres, art galleries, the main shopping areas and the entertainment district. We are only seconds from the streetcar (right outside the door), bus and subway routes that can take you to anywhere you wanted to go in the Toronto area.
Disponibilità e tariffePer visualizzare la disponibilità e i prezzi, seleziona le date e fai clic su "Aggiorna date"
Ostello Servizi & Politiche
- Reception 24 ore su 24
- Sicurezza 24 ore su 24
- Aria condizionata
- TV via cavo
- Sala comune
- Carte di credito accettate
- Ascensore
- Telefono e fax
- Mappe della città gratuite
- Accesso a Internet gratuito
- Wi-Fi gratuito
- Accesso a Internet
- Accesso con chiave elettronica
- Cucina
- Lavanderia
- Biancheria inclusa
- Deposito bagagli
- Nessun coprifuoco
- Vietato fumare
- Terrazza
- Parcheggio
- Ristorante
- Travel Desk per i tour
- Asciugamani inclusi
- Distributori automatici
Politica di cancellazioneQuesta proprietà ha una politica di cancellazione di 1. La mancata cancellazione entro questo intervallo di tempo si tradurrà in una penale pari alla prima notte di pernottamento.
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From Union Station:
Take the streetcar that is going Northbound to Spadina Station. The fare is CAN$2.50. Get off at the Willcocks Street stop. Total trip time from Union Station is around 15 minutes. Wilson Hall Residene is on the north-east corner.
From the Metro Toronto Bus Terminal:
The Metrro Toronto Bus Termianl is located on Bay, just north of Dundas. Take the Westbound Dundas streetcar (ask for a transfer) until you reach Spadina Avenue.
Get off, and take the Northbound Spadina streetcar until you reach the Willcocks stop. Streetcar fare is CAN$2.50, and the toal trip time is around 15 minutes. Wilson Hall Residence is on the north-east corner.
From Pearson International Airport:
The quickest and easiest way to get to New College from Pearson Internatonal is by airport taxi. If you ask for a flat rate to New College (intersection - Spadina/Willcocks, north of College Street), it will cost around CAN$40-$45. Total trip time depending on traffic will be around 45 minutes to over an hour.


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geographer, michael zapruder @ cafe du nord (photos, mini-review, etc)
Thursday night I saw the Stranger Dance-presented show of Geographer (myspace) and Michael Zapruder (myspace) at Cafe du Nord.
It had been quite a while since I'd seen Zapruder. His band was tight but relaxed during their set of expansive, jazz-influenced rock. I was glad I saw them again.
Despite an odd and chatty crowd during the earlier sets, people crowded up front for the next set of the night. This night Geographer were not only debuting a bunch of new songs but a new member as well. The bass player made them a four piece for the first time since they were called Rooftop Vigil.
Both the new songs and band member worked well and the crowd was into it. Geographer always puts on a good show and this was no different.


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College footballCU football: Buffs reeling from first blowout loss
Turnovers, sacks allowed pile up in defeats
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Former Lightning star ready to take next step in life
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Boulder is pretty good at producing rock bands, and by "rock," we mean the in-your-face, guitar-heavy, leather-clad variety — you know, the good kind. For a prime example, look no farther than BANDITS. Full Story
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Mini Egg Tarts for Easter Brunch {recipe}
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These Egg Tarts from Sunset Magazine are perfect for Easter brunch. Egg yolks, sugar, and milk in a light filo crust; prep time + cooking = 30 minutes. (Full recipe after the jump.)
HWTM in Pregnancy Magazine: Owl-Themed Baby Shower
Have a baby shower in the works? If you're looking for a fun concept, here's an owl-themed baby shower that I created for this month's issue (April 2009) of Pregnancy magazine, featuring super-cute plush owls, colorful feathers, woodsy elements, and more! {view the article at a larger size} P.S. This could also be a fun […]
Link Love: 5 Fabulous DIY Projects
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Feel like being crafty & creative this weekend? These 5 fun projects from 'round the web are great inspiration for Easter projects and beyond! Pick your fav: 1. DIY Homemade Marshmallow Peeps (via Twig & Thistle) 2. Photo Lantern Tutorial {via decor8} 3. Paper Bunting/Banner {via tiny décor}
Here's another easy Easter project for you: Paper Bunny Garlands! The best part about this craft is that you can tailor it to any colors & patterns you want… and there are SO many great papers available. I used the new Craft Fair papers from American Crafts™ for this one (and also for the Terra […]
Simply Stated: Dining Meets Mod Art
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Today over at Simply Stated: check out some clever & unique "Dining Meets Mod Art" product finds from A+R. (Yes – those are PANTONE MUGS!!)
SURPRISE GIVEAWAY: Salus Bath & Body
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WINNER Update: This giveaway is now closed. Thanks so much to everyone that entered! And the lucky random winners are… Commenter #36: Erin – and Commenter #350: Beverly M. Congrats, ladies! Salus will be contacting you directly to coordinate your bath & body shopping spree! ***** Who's ready to be pampered?! Salus Custom Bath and […]
The Little Things We Do…
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Question for you: What are your favorite "little things" to do for the ones you love? I think we all have certain "little things" that we do for others. Some are conscious efforts – like cooking a special meal or treating a friend to lunch, and some are almost second-nature… like making sure the fridge […]
Easter Pails + Window Gels
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In my quest to come up with easy & budget-friendly Easter decorations this year, here's another idea that fit the bill and only took a few minutes to whip together: mini pails + window gels + flowers = super cute Easter Centerpieces! Shopping Resources: Mini pails: $1 bins at Target Window gels: Target ($1.99/pack of […]
Easter Pops from Bakerella
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Well, the Queen of baking cuteness has done it again! Check out these adorable new Easter-themed cake pop designs from Bakerella….starting with my personal favorite – the Spring Chickens! I just love these little cuties – both the "chicks on sticks" version (above) and the stick-free version (below). This design would be really fun for […]
If you're looking for a quick & easy Easter craft/centerpiece idea, these Terra Cotta "Easter Baskets" only take a few minutes and will look super cute on your Easter table! Added bonus: they're really inexpensive! All you need are small terra cotta pots in various sizes, scrapbook paper, "grass" filler, and any embellishments you want […]
Chalkboard Mustache Napkin Rings
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Even your most refined dinner guests will have a hard time resisting these clever Mustache Napkin Rings! Each laser-cut, clear acrylic ring is fused with a chalkboard mustache that doubles as a placecard. Love it! ($24/set of 4 at Modern Dose)
Baily Doesn't Bark: Flamingo & Trees
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There's something about the new Flamingo and Trees collection that Bailey Doesn't Bark debuted this week that's so delicate & lovely! I'm especially loving the chic color palette of soft pale pink, burnt sienna and gold that designer Re Jin Lee used for the hand-painted flamingos and decorative accents… (Prices are in the "luxury" range […]
No matter which critter you're looking at, these colorful, felt toy party favors are pretty much the cuteness! Find out more about them over at Simply Stated today!
DIY Wedding Challenge – Cast Your Vote!
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Project Wedding ran a fantastic DIY Wedding Challenge recently and the level of creativity in the 160 entries is truly inspiring! I was excited for the opportunity to be a guest judge for the contest – especially alongside these 4 fabulous women: Bee from Weddingbee, Grace from Design*Sponge, Mackenzie from Something Old, Something New, and […]
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When it comes to decorating Easter eggs, I usually opt for the easy route, but these Egg Creatures from Martha Stewart are so ridiculously cute, I'm thinking they might be worth the extra effort! Especially the momma and baby pig design… how adorable is that?! (Cute decorating ideas for baby showers & kids parties too!)


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In this course students will be introduced to the field of Health Psychology through an exploration of the physiological basis of energy regulation through diet, exercise, and lifestyle management. Contemporary research on self-regulation and motivated cognition, research from neuropsychology, positive psychology, and emerging trends in biophysical information processing are included in the projects students undertake to map their own self-regulatory health behaviors.
This course presents an introduction to Social Psychology by exploring theories and research related to social perceptions, social influence, and social relations. Major topics to be covered in the course include, but are not limited to, social influence processes, interpersonal attraction, group behavior, aggression, conformity, and attitude formation and change. Students will further explore these topics by designing and conducting a social psychological research project.
This course covers the basic scientific methods used in empirical research and the various approaches to this type of research. Topics addressed in this course include research hypotheses, defining variables, survey construction, sampling, data collection, and statistical techniques. Students will write a research proposal that will lay the foundation for their Applied Research Project.
This course introduces students to the dimensions and levels of professional communication that are typical in healthcare organizations and institutions. Understanding issues of compliance within federal law regarding the Health Information Act, the utilization of private information in electronic medical records, and the parameters for disclosing personal information in professional letters will be reviewed in the latter sessions of the course.
In this course students will explore ways in which theories and practices of Health Psychology are applied to organizational and community cultures. Communication patterns, dynamics of power and influence, the allocation of resources and equalization of resource acquisition will be analyzed. Students investigate research from health science fields related to their own career pathways. The projects they undertake evaluate and transform health resources in organizations and communities in which they serve.
In this course students explore how data analysis is applied to the research of behavior. Basic methods of summarizing, analyzing, and presenting research data are explained. Statistical concepts such as probability, correlation, analysis of variance, distribution, and hypothesis testing are explored. Students will gain experience with using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS).
Students gain understanding of the integration of the Christian world view in contemporary life and work.
Students describe the purpose, setting, history, scope, and importance of their applied research topics.
Students will write a review of the literature using primary sources of information in the social sciences.
This course introduces students to the history, diagnostic criteria, and treatment methods used to address the major categories of mental and emotional disorders. A vulnerability/resilience model of stress and coping is used to investigate the disorders. Students explore the causes, developmental course, diagnostic differentiation, treatments and research based outcomes of primary disorders. Each disorder is examined from an epidemiological, chemical, and phenomenological perspective.
This course explores current "best practices" in clinical service within related fields of health science. Students explore quality management criteria, parameters of patient satisfaction, employee management, and community/agency communication patterns that support excellence in patient care. Familiarity with reporting structures for health service facilities within the student's own state will be included in topics of discussion for this course.
In this course students will be introduced to the field of Physiological Psychology through an exploration of the nervous system, somatosensory systems, sleep, thirst, ingestion, and the physiology of learning. Research from neuroscience, behavioral science, and biochemistry are included in research projects students undertake to demonstrate their mastery of course material through case-based investigations.
Students discuss ethical theory and social and personal values as they relate to contemporary life Principles of ethical decision-making from an orthodox Christian perspective will also be addressed.
Students finalize their applied research project and report their research results, draw conclusions, and make recommendations based on their findings.


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2013 Steelers Rookies visit the Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh.
Check out photos of Steeler players working out in the off-season.
Photos of the defensive Line during the 2013 season.
The Pittsburgh Steelers rookie class and defensive line recently took a trip to the Pro Football Hall of Fame where they toured the facility and got to check out the busts of a few of their coaches.
Several players take advantage of "Open Gym" at the Steelers practice facility to get their offseason workouts in.
Bob Labriola, Mike Prisuta and Missi Matthews take a look at the Steelers defensive linemen heading into free agency.
The 2013 Steelers Rookie Club made their annual visit to Children's Hospital. The rookies played board games, did arts and crafts and played sports with the patients at the hospital.


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On April 3, a Spartanburg County jury found South Carolina mom, Stephanie Greene, 39, guilty of killing her 6-week-old daughter by overdosing the newborn on morphine that was said to have been delivered through the mother's milk while breastfeeding.
On April 4, Greene received a minimal sentence of 20 years in prison on her charge of homicide by child abuse, according to MSN. The former nurse could have been sentenced to life.
Her lawyer said she will appeal and it's likely the case will be tied up for years to come. Both the prosecutor and Greene's lawyer agree no mother has ever been prosecuted in the United States for killing her child through a substance transmitted in breast milk.
Greene's attorney, Rauch Wise, argued that prosecutors in the case were never able to prove how the lethal levels of morphine actually came to be in the baby's system.
Greene's daughter was found dead at home when she was only 46-days-old back in November 2010. The autopsy on baby Alexis revealed a level of morphine found in the baby's system that could have deadly even to an adult.
With no needle marks on the child's body, authorities decided the drugs must have gotten into the infant through her mother's milk, prosecutor Barry Barnette said.
Greene hid the fact that she was pregnant from her primary care doctor and also hid the fact that she was regularly consuming pain killer medication. Reportedly, Greene's substance abuse continued during the time she was breastfeeding her baby.
"She was a nurse. She knew how to work the system," Barnette said.
"She caused the loss of that child."
Greene will have to spend a minimum of 16 years behind bars before becoming eligible for parole.
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Badgers' Chris Borland: 'I think I can be the best'
Who's the best linebacker in the Big Ten? Is it Ohio State's Ryan Shazier? Michigan State's Max Bullough or Denicos Allen? How about one of Iowa's guys: James Morris, Anthony Hitchens or Christian Kirksey? Maybe Illinois' Jonathan Brown, Penn State's Glenn Carson or Northwestern's Chi Chi Ariguzo?


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Feb 13, 2014 10:20 AM
Bring on the elastic waists and the craft store trim! We fully back these Pom Pom Shorts ($29) and their easy breezy playfulness. Picture them as swimsuit cover-ups: delightful! But really, you don't need to be on vacation to have a reason to rock these. Summer is a delightfully casual season, and we can see these shorts at a picnic, an outdoor block party, or a rooftop beer garden.
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Jul 22, 2008 12:13 PM
Truth: Crocs are the comfiest shoes known to (wo)man. Truth: They look kind of ridiculous. A conundrum that has been solved at last with these cute Crocs Celeste Suede Shoes ($70). All the support, breathability and cushy comfort of traditional crocs with the adorable look of an old-fashioned Mary Jane shoe. In black, brown and (why not?) peacock.
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SOUTH HOLLAND, Ill. — Rodney K. "Rod" Stutler, regional vice president of corporate accounts at Gurtler Industries, died Dec. 14 at the age of 55, the company reports. Stutler had recently been diagnosed with throat cancer, and was in the middle of therapy treatments.
A long-time employee of Gurtler Industries, Stutler served in various roles for the company, and was involved in several industry associations, including the Textile Rental Services Association (TRSA), the International Association for Healthcare Textile Management (IAHTM), CSCNetwork, the Association for Linen Management (ALM) and Universal-Unilink, the company says.
Greg Gurtler, president of Gurtler Industries, was a close friend of Stutler's. "Rod was very instrumental in the growth of Gurtler Industries throughout his career. He was a true professional and will be missed by all."
Stutler is survived by his wife of 27 years, Brenda Stutler; children, Ryan M. and Lauren J. Stutler; parents, Roger K. and Joanne Stutler; brothers, Roger Stutler Jr. and Scott Stutler; and a stepbrother, Steven McCauley.
"It was Rod's longtime wish to be an organ donor; however, due to his battle with throat cancer, his body was unable to fulfill his wishes," the company says. "In spite of this, Rod was able to donate his corneas to two individuals who [received] the gift of sight before Christmas."
A memorial service was held Dec. 20 at the Paquelet Funeral Home in Massillon, Ohio.
Donations in his memory may be made to The Research and Education Foundation of the American Head and Neck Society at 11300 W. Olympic Boulevard, Ste. 600, Los Angeles, CA 90064, or online at www.ahnsfoundation.info/one-time-donation-form/.


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Lot in Sherwood Forest with Lake Access. Buyer responsible for perc test.
Two lot's for the price of one! Being sold with Lot #708 on Sir Galahad Drive
Two lots for the price of one this also includes corner lot #698 on Lancelot Lane only being sold this way.
Lovely lot in private community of Sherwood Greens. Close to beach on Long Bow Lake. Not far off Route 20. Quiet area. Great place to build your home.
Nice level lot in popular Sherwood Forest, offering five lakes for residents to swim and fish in. ''No wake'' boating allowed in Robin Hood Lake. Excellent location, an easy commute to Lee, Pittsfield of Westfield and near hunting, fishing, snowmobiling and most Berkshire cultural activities.Becket taxes are very reasonable.
Nice, wooded corner lot. One half acre with 310 feet of frontage. Just a short walk to beaches at beautiful Robin Hood Lake and steps to state forest, near snow mobile trails and numerous mountain streams and lakes. Just 15 minutes to Lee, 25 minutes to Pittsfield and 35 minutes to Westfield.
Treed double lot on dead end road right before a lovely pond. Lake rights to Big Robin and other lakes within the community. Seller will perc with accepted offer.
Nicely wooded 2 acre building lot with easy access to Lee. Good perc test March, 2016. Old cabin in disrepair on site
Beautiful lot in Center Lake Estates. Just steps away from Center Pond which is a motor boat lake. Jet ski's are allowed. Private beach and pavilion access. Great spot for your home.
Nice building lot in the Sherwood Greens community across the street from the lake. A quick walk to deeded lake access. Very near Jacobs Pillow and the natural and cultural attractions of the Berkshires.
Indian Lake Association 2 acre parcel with percolation test includes a (68) acre lake, a (5) acre pond, (4) beaches, (5) miles of private roads and (2) Har-Tru tennis courts. Pick your site and build your home here. Refer to website for questions about this community. http://www.indianlakema.com/faq.
Nicely wooded lot in the desirable community of Deer Haven at far below assessed value. Available with abutting 2 acre lot for $25,000.
Build the home of your dream in this exquisite private Berkshire community! Perfect 2 acre lot in the Indian Lake Estates. You will find a 68 acre non motor boat lake, 5 acre pond, sandy beaches, and tennis courts for property owners and their guests to enjoy.
BEAUTIFUL 'BECKET WOODS' COMMUNITY. LOVELY WOODED LOT WITH STREAM! OFFERED FAR BELOW ASSESSED VALUE. BECKET WOODS IS ABOUT 15 MINUTES FROM LEE, HAS TENNIS, SWIMMING, BASKETBALL AND HIKING/RIDING TRAILS FOR YEAR ROUND ENJOYMENT. VERY QUIET AND PRIVATE. [Becket Woods Road & Maintenance District has an ANNUAL ROAD TAX of $800] 'MOTIVATED SELLER'..SEE PRICE CHANGE 5/1/16 to $18,000
One acre treed lot in a lovely location of Sherwood Forest Community. 3/10ths of a mile walk to Big Robin Lake. Owner will perk with accepted offer. Country store and restaurant located within the community. Close to Jacobs Pillow, Tanglewood and other Berkshire amenities.
Two lots being sold with a well and electric on site. Seller will perc with accepted offer. Frontage on Maid Marion, King Arthur and Fireside Lane. Directly around the corner from Lancelot Lake.Road and Lake District Taxes217 - 100 SFRD $44.83 SFLD $7.36217 - 103 SFRD $77.06 SFLD $12.65
One of the prime locations in Indian Lake Estates community.Indian Lake Estates community has two non-motor boat lakes with sandy beaches and tennis courts for your enjoyment. Come and explore this wonderfully private community located about 10 minutes from Jacobs Pillow, 15/20 minutes to downtown Lee/Lenox areas.Design and build the perfect home for your primary or vacation residence.
Beautiful lot located near popular Berkshire attractions including: Jacobs Pillow & Tanglewood. Convenient distance from Boston or NYC. Located on low traffic, paved road but not far from State Route 8. Can build a lovely home in a peaceful retreat-like setting.
Priced below assessed value Ready to go Walk to beach on Crystal Pond from this location. Close to all Berkshire amenities and arts.
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Love's Labours Lost
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- Book description: Love's Labours Lost is the story of Ferdinand, King of Navarre, who declares that his court will be devoted to ascetic study for three years and that women should be sworn off by the men in his court.
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- Drama, Plays and Theater, Literature and Fiction
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- Jim Pardee
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This post collates all relevant information about Samsung Galaxy Note in the Philippines. This post will be updated as soon as more information on the smartphone gets released by Samsung Philippines.
Update as of November 11, 2011:
The official SRP of Samsung Galaxy Note in the Philippines is Php 35,990 and the official release date is on November 19, 2011.
Now, THIS is what you call a smartphone:
According to Samsung Electronics, Samsung Galaxy Note is a new category of product, developed through the Korean company's deep consumer understanding and insight. This massive handset "combines the core on-the-go benefits of various mobile device while maintaining smartphone portability", to create and introduce a fresh user experience.
"The huge, 5.3-inch HD Super AMOLED screen is the largest, highest quality display available in any phone; the touch screen and S Pen combine to produce a uniquely accurate level of control and finesse, along with rich expressions across the GALAXY Note experience, enabling the introduction of new smartphone experiences," shares JK Shin, President and Head of Samsung's Mobile Communications Business
The main selling points of Samsung Galaxy Note are obviously its extra-ordinarily big display and stylus support but it also comes with other top of the line specs and multimedia features users will surely like. The phone, which runs Android 2.3 Gingerbread with its dual core 1.4 GHz processor, features a Full HD 1080p video recorder, an 8 MegaPixel camera at the back and a 2MP shooter in front. Ports on board include microUSB 2.0 (MHL) and 3.5mm audio jack; USB-on-the-go is likewise supported. As for connectivity, you can connect via Wifi, Bluetooth or 3G.
Release date will be sometime within this year -- I'm guessing by around Yuletide. No word from Samsung yet as regards price tag; My guesstimate though is around Php 35,000.
TP Thoughts:
I've never really been a fan of using stylus on a touchscreen phone. As it is, I have horrible penmanship when using pen on paper and using stylus on screen never helped really. Then again, that was on a resistive touchscreen from almost an era ago. Maybe my stylus handwriting will look a tad better on today's capacitive slate.
I think Samsung Galaxy Note is a landmark device that will surely set the template for future devices in its unique category. Like what Samsung said, it's a product of insight and innovation and I think it effectively answers a need of a consumer group.
From the looks of it, Samsung Galaxy Note will enter the market with a premium price tag that only professionals and business users can easily afford, which is sad because this type of device is totally ideal for students who always need to write down notes in class. That said, I hope Samsung can release a more affordable version of Samsung Galaxy Note in the future.
And while we're waiting for that one, in true TP fashion, here's Samsung Galaxy Note's complete technical specifications table:
|Samsung Galaxy Note
|Slate Form Factor (Full Touchscreen) with Stylus Support
|Price Category
|146.9 x 83 x 9.7 mm
|178 grams
|Available Colors
|Operating System
|Android 2.3 Gingerbread
|5.3-inch, 800 x 1280 pixels, HD Super AMOLED, capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
|Dual-core 1.4GHz ARM Cortex-A9 proccessor, Mali-400MP GPU, Exynos chipset
|8 MegaPixels, 3264x2448 pixels, with autofocus and LED flash
|Video Capture
|1080p 30 frames per second
|Audio and Video Playback
|MP4/DivX/XviD/WMV/H.264/H.263 player
- MP3/WAV/eAAC+/AC3/FLAC player
|microUSB 2.0 MHL, 3.5 mm audio jack, USB On the Go
|Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, DLNA, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi hotspot, DLNA Bluetooth v3.0+HS, 3G HSDPA, 21 Mbps; HSUPA, 5.76 Mbps
|2G Network: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 3G Network: HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
|16GB/32GB storage, 1 GB RAM, expandable via microSD, supports up to 32GB, ships with 2GB card
|Accelerometer, Digital Compass, Proximity, Barometer
|2500 mAh
|Value-Added Features
|Stylus (S Pen) Support, Barometer Sensor, Optional NFC Support, TV Out, SNS Integration, Samsung ChatON, TouchWiz 4.0
|September 2011
|November 2011
|Php 35,990


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Weather Journal: NYC Heat Wave to Boil Record Books
The second heat wave of 2011 will get cranking, with temperatures nearing 90 degrees and likely staying there for the rest of the week.
Computer weather models are getting more and more pessimistic about this week's heat streak, upping temps by about five degrees for each day this week in the most recent model run. It now looks like temperatures will be 90 degrees or better for the remaining four days this week, with heat index values over 100 degrees on Wednesday and Thursday. I'd expect record highs to be broken across the tri-state on both days.
As any public health expert can tell you, it's not necessarily the high temperatures during a heat wave that are the most dangerous — it's the abnormally elevated LOW temperatures. Without a chance to recover at night, there's considerably more stress is placed on the body, potentially leading to heat stroke or death. On Wednesday night, temperatures will bottom out at around 80 degrees in the city — marking the height of danger for this week's heat wave. Thursday will be the hottest day of the year so far, with the mercury reaching 97 degrees.
Heat waves are already one of the top weather-related killers in the U.S. By the 2050s, New York City could see 47% to 95% more heat related deaths each year due to climate change, according to a Columbia University study published in the American Journal of Public Health. The National Weather Service has tips on how to beat a heat wave, and a bit more information on how heat wave forecasts work.
Tuesday's Greater New York forecast roundup:
- WSJ Headquarters in Manhattan: Actual High: 88; RealFeel High: 92 Actual Low: 72; RealFeel Low: 71 Weather: Heat wave begins
- Brooklyn: 87/69
- Queens: 89/74
- Bronx: 89/71
- Staten Island: 89/67
- Poughkeepsie, N.Y.: 88/62
- Trenton, N.J.: 88/68
- Islip, Long Island: 85/65
- New Haven, Conn.: 84/63
New York City-based meteorologist Eric Holthaus contributes daily weather reports and analysis on Metropolis. For the latest on conditions in New York and elsewhere, follow his updates (@wxrisk) on Twitter.


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Thank you for your support of Familyman Ministries.
Due to some recent staff changes, we are implementing a change, effective immediately, regarding how you can give to our ministry. In fact, we now have TWO options to better serve you and to make things a little easier.
1) For smaller donations (that are not tax-deductible) or donations where you don't need a tax deduction, you can mail a check directly to Familyman Ministries at 611 South Main Street, Milford, IN 46542 or you can make a donation online.
2) For larger donations ($500 or more) which are 100% tax-deductible, your tax-deductible donation will be channeled through The Christian Foundation of Indiana. Contributions can be made by mail by printing off the contribution form and mailing it to the address below.
Christian Foundation
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Indianapolis, IN 46240
Phone: 317-808-7711
Fax: 317-808-7700
Thank you so much for your ongoing support. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.


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Look to implement this dynamic circuit workout for in-season strength training. Follow along with Syracuse University Strength & Conditioning Olympic Sports Director Veronica Dyer as she leads you through a pair of circuit workouts proven to be effective for lacrosse players.
Circuits are fast-paced, quick, and challenging strength training exercises designed to mix up a traditional strength and conditioning program. Let's start with this circuit.
Med Ball Slam – Slam a med ball side to side. Be sure to always bring the ball back up over your head after each purposeful slam. This exercise really engages the core and shoulders.
Havards – Use a standard bench for this one. Stand straight and facing the bench. Tap your toe quickly to the bench, alternating feet. This is almost like a running motion. Look to go quicker each time.
Wide Pushups – Get your hands out wider than your standard pushups (further than shoulder width apart). Your body should be nice and in line. Get down and deep. The wider pushup exercise targets shoulder areas more, plus your chest muscles and triceps.
Crossover Step – Use a bench again for this exercise. Step with your outside leg up onto the bench and then down to the opposite side of the ground. Keep going back and forth like this, using your outside leg each time to step up and onto the bench. Establish a rhythm, pick up the pace, and always try to go a little bit faster.
Bench Dips – Use your hands and grab the bench behind you. Face away from the bench and keep your legs straight out. Dip down bending at the elbows and come back straight up. You can also bend your knees to make this an easier routine.
Wall Sit – Press your back against the ball. Keep your feet are shoulder width apart. Sink down with your back pressed nice and firm against the wall. Your arms should be down at your side. Remember to breathe. Hold this position about 20-45 seconds. Continue to breathe and don't creep up against the wall.
Squat to Bench – Squat down, touch the bench with your butt, and stand all the way back up. Your feet should be shoulder width apart. Make each rep controlled. Go down and all the way back. Keep a nice flat back and don't do any turning or twisting.
Superhero Pushup Series
Superman Pushup – Come down and then lift up with one arm and the opposite leg. Alternate each time. Keep your back flat when you come up with that movement and don't twist too much with the body. Make sure you are lifting with the shoulder and hip.
Batman – Do a pushup. Then open up like a cape to one side, turning those hips to the side. Then go down and back up with the opposite side. Square up your hips and really open up the body. Continue straight up with minimal rotation.
Spiderman – Go down and then bring that knee up to the side, as if crawling up a building. Look to bring the knee to the elbow.
Alternating V-Sit – Lay on the floor on your back with your arms behind you. Reach up with both hands to one leg. Crunch up and bring up the leg straight. Reach for the toe as high as you can and then come back down. Keep each rep nice and controlled.
Squat Hold – Start with your feet shoulder width apart. Drop down into a squat and hold it there. Keep your back flat and thighs parallel to the ground. Hold this position up to 45 seconds (depending on length of circuit).
Lateral Band Walk – Get bands around your ankles. Squat down, take two steps to the side, and then retreat. Look to maintain a lower squat position. Keep each movement controlled and always have tension in the band. Also, don't get too close with the feet.
The previous clips can be seen on Championship Productions' DVD "Strength Training for Women's Lacrosse." To check out more videos focusing on strength and conditioning for lacrosse, click here.
A major part of a goaltender's success stems from the first step. Developing that initial step will enable you to get to balls quicker, develop better range, and ultimately contribute towards improved performances.
This week, North Carolina women's lacrosse coach Phil Barnes reveals his top overall goaltending keys before leading you through effective stepping drills for warm-ups and practice. These easy-to-implement drills will train the stick and the feet to get to the seven defensive areas of the cage and go a long way towards developing overall goaltending skills.
1) Technique — Your number one priority as a goalie is to stop the ball. If a goalie has has good technique, they will be able to do that. Remember, there's only so many movements to make, so the variables are not the same as a defender or attacker. In the end, technique is what will put a goalie over the top.
2) Hand-eye Coordination and Intelligence — If a goalie has above average hand-eye coordination, they can probably do everything you want them to do from a technique standpoint.
3) Mental Toughness — Goalies will see a lot of shots and the ball will go in. There is responsibility around this. If a goalie isn't mentally tough, you may want to find a different one. You may end up working more on the mental side than the physical side of things.
We're looking to improve that first step to the ball so you can get there quicker. The following stepping warm-up drills train the stick and feet to get to the seven defensive save areas. It also focuses on a quick and clean stick turnover.
There are tons of different theories on how you should lead warm-up drills for stepping. For Coach Barnes, it starts with the first step/lead step/attack step. The second step is something that occurs naturally. Therefore, our first concern is how quick is that first step to the ball. If the first step is slow, you will never get to the ball regardless of how quick you get your second step there.
7 Save Areas: High right, high left, middle right, middle left, low right, low left, and between the legs.
Stick Side Low — Players should assume ready positioning and then repeatedly make stick-side low movements using their first step. No saves or balls are used in these drills. Every fourth rep, have the players step with two steps (so they keep that habit of bringing the second foot).
Key: Look for quick and clean turnover here. Also, remember the stick and first step hit the ground at the same time.
Non-Stick Side Low — Put an emphasis on the stick and first step getting there at the same exact time. Notice players hold the save positioning for a few seconds so they can get that muscle memory in there (about three seconds). Mix up the reps every time you run this drill (anywhere between 6 and 20 reps).
Going High — Keep in mind that the first step is always the same for any save. Nothing changes.
Stick Side High — Concentrate on raising the stick up high. If you tilt the stick back, the ball may go over your stick.
Non-Stick Side High — Here, we'll implement the "Windshield Wiper" technique. Using the wrists, arms, and shoulders, drive them all together. Keep the stick straight so you don't lose your angle to the ball. On every fourth rep, continue to step with two feet.
Stick Side Mid — We're using the exact same motion here as we do going for low saves. We're looking for a complete stick turnover in order to translate to a low save technique.
Non Stick Side Mid – Don't forget to keep that same distance between your chest and the stick.
Typically, this warm-up drill will go for five minutes. Look to go for about 8-15 reps, maybe 21 per practice. Remember, technique is what separates good keepers from average ones and you can fall back on it time and time again.
The previous clips can be seen on Championship Productions' DVD "Progressive Skill Development Warm-Up for Goalies" featuring Phil Barnes. To check out more videos highlighting goalie skills and drills, click here.
With many programs starting up preseason practices in the coming weeks, it's important that players are working on a preseason conditioning program to get back in shape and to prepare for the rigors of a long season.
Agility is crucial for a lacrosse player, especially when it comes to cutting, dodging, changing direction, and changing pace of play. Follow along with Syracuse University Strength & Conditioning Olympic Sports Director Veronica Dyer as she leads you through a number of agility workouts that are particularly effective for lacrosse players. Whether it's five minutes or a half-hour every day, look to implement agility training into your preseason regimen this year.
At the beginning of the year, Dyer likes to make sure that players have a solid, general base of fitness. At Syracuse, athletes will do some kind of agility training every day, whether its five or 25 minutes. First, always trying to challenge your players and really work on cutting, change of direction, and change of pace. Players must be agile to get away from defenders and outrun opponents. This is a huge part of their game.
This can be used as a warm-up or as part of an agility training session. All you need is one cone. Players will start by moving around the cone in a clockwise direction. Make quick choppy steps and look to get around the cone as quickly as you can. Switch directions.
Next, start behind the cone. Hop forward and back over the cone with both legs together. Go quickly when you hop forward and back. Then switch to side-to-side. After this, switch to using just one leg. Start with the right leg going forward and back over the cone. Then switch to side-to-side, working on lateral motion. Finish by going with the left foot for both.
*Note: Lateral drills can help strengthen ankles.
Finally, it's time for straddles. Place your feet on each side of the cone and a little bit more than shoulder-width apart. You will jump, turn, and spin, ultimately facing the other direction. Go about five times like this before switching directions. The object here is to land solid on your feet and establish a good ready position.
The "T" Drill is a combo of sprinting, shuffling, and backpedaling. You can use any combination of these in general. Work on sharp shutting here and getting that mobility of changing directions in quick fashion. Set up four cones in a "T" pattern, all about five yards apart. Each player will start with a sprint to the middle cone, then shuffle to the left cone and touch the cone, sprint to the far right cone and touch, shuffle to the middle cone, and then backpedal to the beginning. Start again immediately once you get back to the start.
Key: Be sharp and distinct with all movements.
Set the cones up in a "M" pattern. You can do any combo you'd like, but try this one to start. Begin at the lower left cone. Start by sprinting straight up, shuffle to the middle, pivot and shuffle to the top right, then backpedal to the lower right. Walk back over to the start and repeat. Once done the second time, start again but reversing the motions.
Key: Give 100% effort on each rep. Remember, you want to train the way you want to perform.
Set up the cones in a simple box formation. Here, let's sprint, shuffle, backpedal, and shuffle to the start. Then reverse the direction.
The previous clips can be seen on Championship Productions' DVD "Agility Training and Conditioning for Women's Lacrosse" with Veronica Dyer. To find more videos featuring lacrosse training and conditioning drills, click here.
Legendary lacrosse coach Cindy Timchal is a firm believer that the better her team plays defense, the more they will have the ball on offense. Ultimately, they'll have a better chance at winning the game.
Quite simply, an effective, shutdown defense can produce major dividends for your program. The following drills focus on 1-on-1 and 2-on-2 defensive progressions from a number of areas on the field. With Timchal providing whiteboard descriptions and then on-field instruction, coaches will be able to easily implement these three useful defensive drills with their own team.
A general philosophy for team defense is to have constant pressure on the ball, always be ready to help on the right and left sides, and if beat, ask for help. Remember, players must back each other up and be ready to step up and help. Keep your head on a swivel and be alert as anything can happen.
The goal on defense is to protect the goalie and limit the amount of scoring opportunities by the opposing team. Always be ready when the ball is behind or up top. Meanwhile, and perhaps most importantly, in order to be effective, teammates must communicate well at all times.
In order to be a great team defensively, we must be great individual defenders. Therefore, it's key to break down the defense into 1 v 1 and 2 v 2 situations and build form there until we ultimately have a solid 7 v 7 defense. Remember, the better a team plays defense, the more they will have the ball on offense – and that often translates to a winning formula.
Let's start with some simple drills to develop good individual defense. Take your team and have them go 1-on-1 with an offensive player and defensive player starting just outside the 12-meter line. Alternate from the left side to the right side, focusing on the attacker looking to go to cage and the defender trying to stay right with her. In a 1 v 1 situation, we want the defender to force the attacker out and away from the cage at all costs. Also, look to change the starting points of this drill to the GLE and behind the crease.
Now, we've got two defenders and two attackers starting out at the 12-meter line and parallel to each other. Unlike our 1-on-1 situation, now we want to force the attacker inside and into the help defense. Therefore, it's key that defenders communicate effectively in this situation. The goal is to stop the player with the ball and force a pass and not allow them to go to the cage.
Next we'll focus on defending when the ball is behind the cage. In this situation, we will start out with a 1-on-1 format. So when the attacker looks to go up crease to try and score, our defender will be waiting there at the GLE in a good defensive position as the opponent tries to curl around and get a decent run to the net.
Positioning wise, the defender picks that attacker up and because of the 1-on-1 situation, she must keep the attacker out and away from the cage. Always keep the stick facing toward the midline. It's key to have containment in order to prevent the curl around and shot attempt.
Now let's add a second attacker and defender. Our two attackers will begin behind the cage. Our two defenders will start out at the GLE on opposite sides of the net. As the attacker with the ball starts to go toward the cage, the opposite defender will need to make a crease slide. This is when a defender slides parallel to the crease in order to double-team an attacker. Help defense is key here. It's difficult to stop the 1-on-1 in this set up, so that's why the double team is important.
The following team defense drills – along with many others – can be seen on Championship Productions' DVD "Teaching Progressions for Team Defense" featuring Cindy Timchal. Check out our entire defensive library by clicking here.
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Sara of Thrifty Treasures has a front porch that is too small for furniture. She needed something to add a little visual interest to it, so she'd been looking out for a 4×4 she could use to make a decorative post. When that didn't turn up Sara had to make due with something else.
Sara discovered an old rail post in her house. It wasn't the chunky 4×4 that she'd originally envisioned, but the curvy lines were interesting and lovely. She also used some wood pieces that had once been the base to a standing mirror. After a little action with hammer and nails, Sara soon had a cool post that can be used to hang a welcome sign. It's the perfect way to dress up her small porch, and I love those curves!
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You've probably heard about it by now. It's coming your way. No, I'm not referring to the dolphin-dog hybrid so many of us dream of. Neither am I referencing the glorious arrival of an Ipad magic carpet app. I'm talking about the slick, reformed, hip McDonald's. As we speak, the golden-arched giant is doling out its budgeted 2.4 billion of renovations both interior and exterior. Changes will be taking place in 2,000 select international locations, (400 in America) and also will be in effect for all new constructs.
What will these changes entail? Plasma tvs, leather couches, free wi-fi internet access, live opera performed by unicorns, etc. Several snooty finance people are decrying the move as an abandonment of McDonald's loyal customer base, for seeking greener pastures away from the substance of simplicity that put the company on the map.
This is fool's talk. McDonald's isn't about to start charging $8 plus tip for a hand-delivered Big Mac. Granted there are some menu additions being implemented, but this shouldn't give loyalists cause for concern. Chicken McNuggets and happy meals aren't going anywhere. Why is it outrageous that I should enjoy my dollar menu McDouble and parfait lounging on leather seats, watching CNN in high def?
So McDonald's is adopting the Starbuck's model of aggressive expansion, offering a peaceful, sophisticated environment to hang out in. Absurd. The notion that competition would benefit the consumer-- whoever heard such nonsense! Next time you're just looking for a place to kill some time and kick back, maybe have a fruit and oatmeal, or a cappucino... why not the fast food mothership?
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Release Date: 2006-11-15 (NY)
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Stuart Sawyer and Nicole Reilly meet through mutual friends on a blind date and experience a magical evening in a local diner on a rainy night in April. It may never get better than this, a feeling they each sense, but a feeling not daunting enough to prevent either their stunning courtship or, later, a reversal of fortunes. Though sexually compatible, their disparate family backgrounds and the religious chasm between them inform their selfishness, their naiveté and their destiny.
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Will Madoff scandal lead to anti-Semitism?
December 24th, 2008
A comment recently posted on The Wisconsin Jewish Chronicle Web site has raised some local concern about anti-Semitism in the wake of the Bernard Madoff financial scandal.
"Anti-Semitism doesn't spring from nothing," a reader with the screen name "David008" wrote in response to a JTA article about the Bernard Madoff financial scandal.
"I believe that Jews don't share basic values with the Christian majority of America and that creates conflict. Most people you talk to have some story of dealing with a Madoff type.… Now would be a good time for Jews to look in the mirror, reflect on their shortcomings and stop blaming others for all of their problems."
Though the writer claimed to be "a friend," the anti-Semitic stereotyping is clear in the implicit claim that Jewish culture fosters the creation of people like Madoff, who is alleged to have swindled many organizations, including Jewish ones, out of up to $50 billion.
Yet as this issue of The Chronicle went to press Monday, this is the only example of any known local anti-Semitic reaction to the national story.
"I have not heard nor seen anything locally that is directly related to the Madoff scandal," said Paula Simon, executive director of the Milwaukee Jewish Council for Community Relations. "But we know that in times of financial crisis, anti-Semitic canards about Jews and money and finance are always a possibility."
"Nobody has reported anything to me," said Harriet Schachter McKinney, executive director of the Milwaukee Area Jewish Committee, "and that's all to the good."
"I've heard virtually nothing, other than people asking the question you asked," said Steven H. Morrison, executive director of the Madison Jewish Community Council. "I've had no reports of any [anti-Semitic] comments" related to the scandal.
In fact, no calls or incidents have surfaced through the Midwest to date, according to Lonnie Nasatir, director of the Anti-Defamation League's Midwest regional office in Chicago.
"We have not received a report of an incident attributable" to the Madoff affair, whether harassment or hate crime, Nasatir told The Chronicle in a telephone interview Monday.
However, the national ADL on Dec. 19 issued a press release saying that the Madoff scandal has triggered "an outpouring of anti-Semitic comments" on the Internet.
"Site users have posted comments ranging from deeply offensive stereotypical statements about Jews and money … to conspiracy theories about Jews stealing money to benefit Israel," the release states.
"These and other anti-Jewish tropes have appeared on popular blogs devoted to finance, in comment sections of mainstream news outlets and in banter among users of Internet discussion groups," according to ADL.
"I hope that managers of Internet sites have the moral responsibility to not allow them to be used to foment hate," said Simon. "I think we have to be clear that there is no room and no quarter for anti-Semites who are going to exploit this American tragedy."
And Nasatir said that the ADL's "antenna is up. We hope this doesn't cause anti-Semitism to increase at the local level and we hope that most Americans will see these as the acts of one person and not of the Jewish community per se."
To report anti-Semitic incidents of any type in your area, contact the MJCCR, 414-390-5777; or the MJCC, 608-278-1808.


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City seeks artist for West Seattle fire station
We're seeking an artist to develop a permanent, site-integrated or free-standing art project for the new Fire Station 32 in West Seattle, in partnership with the Department of Finance and Administrative Services (DFAS) and the Seattle Fire Department (SFD). The opportunity is open to established professional artists living within the Northwest (Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Alaska) and California. The application deadline is 11 p.m., Friday, Feb. 22, 2013 (Pacific Standard Time).
Apply here for the Fire Station 32 call for artists.
The selected artist will work with the community, firefighters, city staff and the design team to develop art integrated into the facility or create a site-specific, durable, three-dimensional, free-standing artwork. The artist will be required to take into consideration the limited ground space on the lot in the design of their artwork, whether site-integrated or free-standing. Artists should have skills in designing, fabricating and installing artwork in one or more of these media: metal, glass, stone, concrete, ceramic, wood, light, surface treatment, sustainable design and environmental design. The artwork should address the work and spirit of the firefighters and the unique character of the surrounding neighborhood.
The existing Fire Station 32, located at 3715 W. Alaska St., was built in 1966 and is being replaced in order to create adequate space for staff and modern apparatus. The new fire station will be built at the same location and will be the lead station for all of West Seattle, southwest Seattle and Harbor Island, and the industrial areas lining both sides of the Duwamish River.
The artist will join the project in April or May 2013. The design development phase is anticipated to begin in September 2013, construction in fall 2014, and completion in fall 2015.
The project is funded by the city's Fire Facilities and Emergency Response Levy program, passed in 2003 by Seattle voters. The program provides $197 million in levy proceeds and other funding to replace and relocate five neighborhood fire stations, rebuild six stations, and renovate 20 stations. The Office of Arts & Cultural Affairs, with DFAS and SFD, has developed an art program to commission artworks that address the intersection of the firefighters and the community. Since the passage of the levy, eight artists have been commissioned to develop artworks for eight different neighborhood fire stations. Over the next two years, three additional artists will be commissioned for upcoming projects. The selected artist for Fire Station 32 will receive a commission of $90,000, inclusive of all costs to design, fabricate and install artwork. Find more information here on the Fire Facilities and Emergency Response Levy and Fire Station 32.
Posted: January 18th, 2013 under Art Beat, Calls for Artists, Public Art.
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Worry free humidity control
Lately I've been approached by fellow smokers with a common problem, humidity. I know for most of you, this topic is old and you've already got a handle on it. But for those of you who are starting out with your first humidor, or are having low/high humidity levels in your humidor, read on…
Options that don't work:
Chances are, your humidor came with a humidification device like the one shown to the left. If you were to crack it open, you'd find green flora foam. Yes, its the same kind they sell at Wal-Mart that you'd use for your potted plant or chia pet. It is intended to provide humidification, but does not control the level of humidity. It disperses humidity constantly, higher and higher. After some time, it will start to grow mold and eventually will ruin your cigars. The supposed method to control this is to use a solution of distilled water and prophylene glycol. You can buy it pre-mixed. Don't waste your time. Ditch the foam and the solution, or else you'll constantly be tending to your humidor.
Now I will show you a couple methods of having complete control of the humidity in your humidor. I have first hand experience with these methods, and know they work, period.
Option 1: Heartfelt beads.
I've pushed these on more people then I can remember, and I've used them for years. I've pimped these so much, that they should be a sponsor of the site. You can choose between 65 or 70 percent humidification. They can be bought in a variety of packages, like the one shown to the left, or you can buy bags and use your own device. Using them couldn't be easier- Moisten with distilled water. They will add humidity to the humidor and remove excess humidity as well. After a few years of using them, I trust it completely. In fact, I don't even bother with a hygrometer in my small humidor. With heartfelt beads, you can't go wrong.
Option 2: The Puck
Although I don't use The Puck myself, I know quite a few people who have for years. Inside are humidity beads that are pretty much the same as the ones from heartfelt. Using the puck couldn't be easier. Moisten it with distilled water, put it in the humidor, and let it do it's thing.
Much like the heartfelt beads, you simply have to check on them every now and then. If they look dried out, add some water and your done.
Option 3: The Cigar Oasis
I've used this in my main humidor along with heartfelt beads for a few years. The Cigar Oasis is an electronic humidity control device. You simply set the humidity level you want and let it go. Every now and then, you need to add distilled water to a removable cartridge. When humidity drops too low, a fan kicks on and spreads humidity into the humidor. Easy…
One disadvantage of this device is that it does not remove excess humidity like the beads or puck. This is why I use the beads in conjunction with the cigar oasis. I maintain a perfect 65 – 67 percent humidity.
There you have it. Any of these methods will end your humidity problems. You will be able to stop obsessing and there will be no more constant tending to the humidor. Not to mention, your cigars will finally be properly stored. The benefits of this will be obvious once you light up. One last thing… Ditch that analog hygrometer and get a good digital unit that can be calibrated.
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I had this dress custom made by a tailor in france. I thought I wanted to wear a white lace dress but it turns out I am going to wear a traditional red Chinese dress instead.
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We are all collectively waiting to have sex until marriage, but what about kissing?
If kissing is allowable before marriage to you, how long should you wait for the first kiss of a relationship?
Is a goodbye kiss for the first official date okay?
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