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Season Review: December
by Stuart Vose / Ashley Houghton
Black Cats end 2012 in form.
Sunderland sat just outside the Barclays Premier League relegation zone at the start of a packed December featuring seven games – four of those at home.
Martin O'Neill's side made the long trip to Norfolk for a Sunday-afternoon clash with Norwich and returned north on the wrong end of a 2-1 scoreline.
A lacklustre first half saw the Canaries open up a two-goal lead as Sebastien Bassong turned home a free-kick from close range after just eight minutes.
The visitors looked dead and buried when Anthony Pilkington steamed through to double the advantage, but Craig Gardner fired in from just outside the box moments before half time.
And the Sunderland camp were left scratching their heads as to how they didn't claim at least a share of the spoils as Gardner smashed a free-kick against the post before defender Matt Kilgallon blazed the rebound over an open goal.
And the significance of the misses wasn't lost on Gardner, who said afterwards:
"In the second half we were the better team and created chances – I had one cleared off the line and hit the post, Killa hit one over, Sess could have scored – I could go on.
"We need to stand up and be counted and take our chances. We can't keep doing this after games, saying 'it'll come, it'll come'. We need to make it come."
Next up was a difficult home encounter with third-placed Chelsea, who arrived on Wearside with new boss Rafa Benitez looking for his first league win in charge.
The Spaniard got his wish as the Londoners took a stranglehold on the game thanks to two first-half goals from Fernando Torres – the first a well-struck effort from close range, the second a penalty.
Torres was denied a hat-trick by the crossbar before Juan Mata made it 3-0.
Adam Johnson did pull a goal back for Sunderland, who featured Connor Wickham up front in the absence of the injured Steven Fletcher.
And boss O'Neill was pleased with the young striker, who made his first start in almost a year.
"He's got the physical attributes and he knows what qualities he needs to add to his game," he said. "I thought he did well.
"He was up against Gary Cahill, an England international, and David Luiz is a very fine defender.
"I didn't think that Connor was ever outmuscled by them. He's still learning and the test against Chelsea was good for him."
The pressure was on Sunderland in the re-arranged midweek game against second-bottom Reading, who had endured a tough start to the season having taken only nine points from 15 games.
But the Black Cats delivered, buoyed by an early – and vital – goal from James McClean.
The winger marked the anniversary of his senior debut for the club by firing home after just three minutes.
Fletcher, back from injury, made it two with a lovely back-heel and Stephane Sessegnon wrapped up the points when he broke clear late on to slot home.
Goalkeeper Simon Mignolet made a couple of impressive saves to maintain his clean sheet and was pleased with his side's efforts.
"Three points, a clean sheet at home and three goals – that's what we needed and everyone did their jobs tonight," he said. "Early goals haven't happened too often this season but it made the game easier for us."
Following the win over Reading, the Black Cats faced a tough trip to Barclays Premier League leaders Manchester United.
The Sunderland side contained two former Red Devils with John O'Shea and Fraizer Campbell both returning to their old stomping ground - the latter scoring the Black Cats' sole goal as United ran out 3-1 winners.
Robin van Persie, Tom Cleverley and Wayne Rooney netted for Sir Alex Ferguson's side who recorded their fifth consecutive league win.
Wickham, who replaced Fletcher at half time, was encouraged by his side's second-half display at Old Trafford.
"I thought I did quite well and it was a better performance in the second half," the England U21 international explained.
Sunderland went into the festive period knowing points were a must if they were to advance into mid-table heading into the New Year.
And O'Neill's side duly delivered with a 1-0 win at Southampton where almost 2,000 Black Cats fans saw Fletcher strike again.
Following the win over Nigel Adkins' side, boss O'Neill was full of praise for the travelling support that made the long trip south.
"The amount of fans that followed us down was absolutely phenomenal, especially when it's only three days until Christmas," he said.
"They epitomise the football club and it was important for us to get the win for them today."
Barclays Premier League champions Manchester City visited Wearside on Boxing Day and it was their former man Johnson who proved the match-winner to give Sunderland a 1-0 victory in front of over 42,000 at the SoL.
Johnson spotted Joe Hart out of position and beat his ex-colleague with a delightful shot from way out on the right wing.
And the former City man was delighted to get the win over his former club.
"It was a fantastic three points against a team who are the champions," the England international said. "There was a fight in us. We worked so hard as a team and got our rewards for that work."
The final game of 2012 saw Sunderland host Tottenham Hotspur, who had scored in all their previous away games, and Andre Villas-Boas' side would continue that record on Wearside as an unfortunate Carlos Cuellar own goal and Aaron Lennon strike cancelled out O'Shea's opener.
O'Neill was pleased with the effort of his players who suffered the effects of playing their fifth game in 18 days.
"It was a good effort from the players. Maybe they were feeling the effects of Boxing Day a little, especially with 10 minutes to go; we needed a second breath to get at them.
"We stuck at it right to the end, still putting pressure on Spurs."
The defeat left the Black Cats in 13th position as they entered the New Year.


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Yale's Backman Scores with Seven Seconds Left to Earn Draw
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — Following a loss to RPI, Yale was looking for a win to avoid a 0-2-0 hole in ECAC hockey after winning a club-best 24 games the season before. Union was also looking for its first victory in the ECAC after tying Brown the night before. Neither team was able to get the win, as the game ended in a tie.
The first period was a back and forth, tightly fought contest. For the first ten minutes, each team had their opportunities, taking some nice shots on the net. It wasn't until 8:24 left in the first period that the first goal was scored.
Yale drove into Union's zone and senior forward Mark Arcobello passed the puck from the right side of the net to Sean Backman waiting on the left, who lofted it over the glove of Corey Milan.
Following these events, Yale had two penalties. They were able to just escape the first one, but three minutes later junior Defensemen Jimmy Martin was sent out for holding. Union would not be denied twice, scoring only 11 seconds into the power play.
Gliding into the zone, Mario Vallery-Trabucco took a slap shot from outside the net that Yale goalie Ryan Rondeau was able to deflect, but Adam Presizniuk was waiting and tried to take advantage. Rondeau made another save, but the puck skipped right past him to Kelly Zajac, who wasted no time shoving it into the net. The goal was his second power-play goal in as many nights and third of the season.
The second period was a different story, as Union dominated. They outshot the Bulldogs 15-5 and dominated the faceoffs. More importantly, they scored two unanswered goals, giving them a 3-1 lead going into the third period.
The first goal of the period was scored with 6:38 left in the second period. Jason Walters passed the puck to the center in front of the net for Trabucco. After some frantic slaps, Trabucco was able to force the puck into the net, giving the Dutchmen the 2-1 advantage.
The second was scored with close to 40 seconds remaining in the period. Junior forward Andrew Buote forced a turnover in the neutral zone and broke towards the net. A Yale defender was quick to get into the shooting lane, causing Buote to hold his shot. He then spotted Zajac in the center, and after a quick pass and shot, Union found itself with the 3-1 lead. It was Zajac's second goal of the night and his first multi-goal game of the season.
Yale answered the call in the third period. They came in charging and took advantage of a Union team that seemed content to sit back on their two-goal lead.
With 11:11 remaining in the period, the Bulldogs got a quick goal to make the score 3-2. The goal came after winning a faceoff in Union's zone, as Broc Little fired a shot to the top of the net over Milan's glove.
With 2:32 left in the game, Adam Prezisniuk was sent out for charging. Yale tried to take advantage, pulling their goalie for the six-on-four advantage with a minute left, but couldn't get the puck in.
After the power play, Yale kept the goalie out and desperately tried to tie the game up. Union tried to get the puck out of their zone, but they were called for icing and with a little over eleven seconds left.
The Bulldogs won the faceoff and Sean Backman fired a desperation shot in to knot the score at three.
Yale coach Keith Allain was pleased with how his team took advantage of the faceoff wins.
"It's real important to have a plan in the face-off circle," he said.
Union played their fourth straight OT. The OT was similar to the first in that no one took over. Union had the best opportunity when Yale forward Denny Kearney took a penalty for hooking; however, the Dutchmen were unable to take advantage, and the game ended in a tie.
Despite the tie, Allain was pleased with his team's third period performance.
"I was really pleased to see the determination."
Union's Nate Leaman was not as satisfied.
"We are struggling to understand it's a 60 minute game. I'm not sure how we lost our intensity between the second and third period."
Next weekend, the Dutchmen (3-3-3, 0-0-2 in ECAC) travel to play St. Lawrence and Clarkson on the road, while the Bulldogs (1-1-1, 0-1-1) host Cornell and Colgate.
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Posted by Staff | February 21, 2013, 12:12 (MST) | 18 Comments
Category: Website
You know, we could sit here and list off the ups and downs of this past year, but that sounds boring, right? Right. So just think about everything that has happened on The Vampire Diaries since February of last year.
Yeah, that's a lot to discuss, wail, clap, and freak out over, right?
So thanks for hanging out with us.
Red, Kate, Abby, Vee & Crissy
Posted by Staff | February 21, 2012, 11:06 (MST) | 36 Comments
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Seriously. Thank you. To the kick ass crew and cast of the show for making us proud to support them, to Julie, Kevin and the writers for a fantastic TV series, to L.J. Smith for creating a world that inspired us as kids and brought us here. And thank you to every person who has supported us over the past 3 years, be it by contributing news and articles, posting comments and forum threads, or just coming back to visit the site every day.
You all help make this site what it is, and we love you for it.
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Category: Fandom, Website
A year ago today we registered the domain 'vampire-diaries.net' and set up a little website and blog. Our mission was to get up information about the Vampire Diaries books, and to keep fans up-to-date with news about the impending TV series. At the time we didn't know who would be cast in the roles of our beloved characters, what was being planned for the story, or even if the TV series was going to go anywhere beyond the ordered pilot. It never even crossed our minds that this site would grow anywhere near as big as it has. Yet here we are a year later with a TV series that keeps on blowing people's minds, a website that keeps on growing, and a fandom that is just plain awesome.
We didn't get here alone, though. A lot of people helped us out along the way, and we'd like to take this opportunity to express our thanks to you all.
- Thank you to L.J. Smith for creating the Vampire Diaries book series all those years ago. You sparked our imaginations and led us both to a 10+ year friendship.
- Thank you to all our old-school fandom friends who helped us out with content, costs, and shoulders to lean on. We love you guys so much.
- Thanks to Marcos Siega for being so patient and accommodating in those early days of pilot-filming, when he was quite literally the only source of information we had.
- Thanks to the cast & crew of the TV series for rocking it out on the show and giving us grade A television to look forward to each week. Special thanks to Michael, Ian, Nina, Katerina, and Candice for the kind words they've had for us and our site.
- Thanks to our fellow Vampire Diaries and cast fan sites who have been there with info, advice, support, and horrible puns. We've made some really awesome friends.
- Thank you to the folks over at the Ian Somerhalder forums on MediaBlvd for their good humour and making us feel so welcome in their space.
- Thank you to Carina, Connie, Jen, Lucia, and Melissa for various reasons, including hanging out at Comic-Con, fun times with podcasts, twitter madness, and support in times of weird. Here's to Paleyfest, guys!
- Thank you to Susan, Ellie and Jess for stepping up to help mod the forums and get the wiki whipped into shape. Welcome them to the team!
- Thank you to everyone on our forums and on twitter. You're an insane bunch with a wicked sense of humour, and we appreciate every laugh and entertaining message you've ever had for us.
- Thanks to every single person who has visited the site, especially those of you who have clicked on an ad or purchased something on Amazon through us. You keep the site going, and for that we are eternally grateful.
- A special thank you to one particular seasoned gentleman who has supported us nearly from the start and who – when we were fretting over implementing ads – found our ad-free idealism quaint, gave us a virtual pat on the head, and said, "Get the [bleepin'] ads." You put us at ease, sir, and we'll never forget it.
- And last, but certainly not least, extra-special thanks to Kev and Julie. If we start in on the why, we'll never stop. We <3 you guys.
We're sure that this next year is going to be even more fantastic than last year, and we look forward to experiencing it with you all.
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Consider the following equation and initial contition $$\left\{ \begin{array}{ll} u_t-\frac{1}{2} u_{xx}+2au_x=0, & x\in \mathbb{R},t>0 \\ u(x,0)=u_0(x), & x\in \mathbb{R} \end{array} \right.$$ where $u_0(x)$ is odd, monotone increasing and bounded over $\mathbb{R}$.
It is easy to check that $u_t-\frac{1}{2}u_{xx}<0$. Is it possible to deduce from this the sign of the solution $u(0,t)$ for all time?
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The Golden Compass Identity Quotes
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Quote #4
Lyra had to adjust to her new sense of her own story, and that couldn't be done in a day. To see Lord Asriel as her father was one thing, but to accept Mrs. Coulter as her mother was nowhere near so easy. A couple of months ago she would have rejoiced, of course, and she knew that too, and felt confused. (8.1)
The revelation that Lyra's father is Lord Asriel and her mother is Mrs. Coulter takes some getting used to. Lyra's family becomes part of the way she sees herself.
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After two days at sea, Lyra decided that this was the life for her. She had the run of the ship, from the engine room to the bridge, and she was soon on first-name terms with all the crew. Captain Rokeby let her signal to a Hollands frigate by pulling the handle of the steam whistle; the cook suffered her help in mixing plum duff; and only a stern word from John Faa prevented her from climbing the foremast to inspect the horizon from the crow's nest. (10.18)
Just as in her time with the gyptians, Lyra finds herself easily adapting to life on a ship.
Quote #6
"Anyway, there's compensations for a settled form."
"What are they?"
"Knowing what kind of person you are. Take old Belisaria. She's a seagull, and that means I'm a kind of seagull too. I'm not grand and splendid nor beautiful, but I'm a tough old thing and I can survive anywhere and always find a bit of food and company. That's worth knowing, that is. And when your daemon settles, you'll know the sort of person you are."
"But suppose your daemon settles in a shape you don't like?"
"Well, then, you're disconnected, en't you?" (10.25-29)
We learn that daemons are a reflection of characters' selves and souls. Once daemons settle into their permanent state, characters learn something about who they are. What would your daemon be?


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Thursday, August 01, 2013
I've been seeing this saying pop up all over this week. It's really meaningful for anyone who has had a goal and people who keep telling you that you can't do it.
I know you have that person who keeps telling you that you're not good enough to reach your goal. Seeing this is a weight loss sight, I'll stick to what can happen against this particular goal.
You may live with someone who refuses to give up their favorite treat, whether it be M&M's, chips, cakes or pizza. They may even ask you if you'd like some every time they sit down to have some. You may have that every morning donut person come around the office.
How do you get around this? Keep saying no. You are in charge of you and your goals. No one else should be able to influence you if you've got your eyes on the prize!
There's the person who keep telling you that you're getting too skinny. They keep asking why you're trying so hard and that you need to eat more.
Solution: either ignore the comments or tell them the truth, you like feeling good, you enjoy being able to do things you couldn't when you were heavier and you know you can do more as you keep on working out and getting stronger. Who's opinion about your health is the most important? It should be you, no one else's opinion about you and your body should be as important as your opinion of yourself.
There's the person that tells you that you can't do it when you're so poor. You need to have money to be able to have a healthy weight and fitness level.
Hmm, I think I've proven you all wrong simply because I couldn't bet too much poorer. Fitness is free and healthy eating is actually as cheap as unhealthy eating. I feed my family of 4 for under $2 a meal every day. I exercise for free each day in my backyard. If I can do this, so can you. That 5 pound bag of potatoes is not only cheaper than the potato chips, it'll keep you fuller for longer. A bag of apples is as cheap as a box of Apple Jacks and it will keep you fuller for longer and is much healthier. Dried beans may be more time consuming, but it's full of good protein and you can get a pound of them for about $1.50.
Eew, I would never eat that! How can you stand to eat ________?
We all have our own tastes. Don't let the junk food junkie sway you from a good, healthy, filling meal for a handful of candy or a fast food meal. Once you get used to healthy eating, that junk food really bothers your body. You don't like feeling lethargic, so why go back to the unhealthy stuff. Throw it right back at them, how can you stand eating that junk?
Slow Down! You don't need to run a marathon! You can't lose weight just taking walks at lunch. You can't do anything good for yourself if you're not doing a boot camp session all the time.
Remember, you are the one who knows what your limitations are. You may feel like running a marathon. You may only have time to get movement in at lunchtime. You know that you don't have to work out like crazy to make sure your movement counts. You know that as long as you're doing something, it's what will work for you.
Don't let other people influence you. You know what you want to do and there's always a way to do it, so just go DO IT! Prove all the influencers wrong and get to your goal. They'll be surprised when you reach it because they never thought you could. You are the most important person in your life, so don't give up on yourself, you are the center of your world. Without you, where would you be?
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1. Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
2. Must be a resident of Illinois, living in Illinois.
3. Must have a developmental disability; other disabilities may be present.
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5. Meet Medicaid eligibility criteria and have funding approved prior to starting services.
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Population served: Illinois residents with developmental disabilities 18 years of age or older who qualify for Medicaid Adult Home Based Support Services.
Settings: Services are provided in the home of the individual and in the community.
Hours/Days of Service: Sunday through Saturday at times convenient for individual/family.
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Referral Sources: Self-referral, Illinois Department of Human Services, families, service coordination agencies
SERVICES: Individuals enrolled in HBSS may choose from include the following services and supports, not to exceed the monthly maximum funding allotted.
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Personal Support
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Training for Unpaid Caregivers
Adaptive Equipment and Technology
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Nursing Services, RN & LPN
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*Behavior Therapy and Counseling
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Arsenal could be without Mesut Ozil for as many as three games meaning he could miss the FA Cup clash with North London rivals Tottenham.
The German playmaker missed the Gunners' trip to Newcastle on Sunday lunchtime with a shoulder injury, and could be out for a fortnight.
The club confirmed the news on Twitter before boss Arsene Wenger revealed the length of the lay off in a pre-match interview.
"I would have loved Mesut Ozil [to be] here, but he fell on his shoulder and he will be out for two to three games," the Frenchman said.
Wenger's men take on their old foes on January 4 leaving the former Real Madrid man a tight schedule if he is to be fit in time.
.@MesutOzil1088 has a slight shoulder problem, Monreal and @T_Vermaelen05 are sick #NUFCvAFC— Arsenal FC (@Arsenal) December 29, 2013


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Dead or Alive 5 Angels and Devils, DOATEC Diva outfits, and swimsuits available as DLC
Dead or Alive 5's Angels and Devils costumes, DOATEC Diva outfits, and swimsuits are now available as DLC.
The full list of content for PSN and XBL includes the following courtesy of Gematsu:
- Angels ($2.99 / 240 Microsoft Points) – Kasumi, Hitomi and Leifang bunny ears, two-pieces.
- Devils ($2.99 / 240 Microsoft Points) – Ayane, Christie and Tina bikinis and bunny ears.
- DOATEC Divas ($2.99 / 240 Microsoft Points) – Kokoro, Lisa and Helena swimsuits and bunny ears.
- Also available as a PlayStation 3 exclusive download: Bunny Swimsuit Set ($7.99)- includes the Angels, Devils and DOATEC Divas sets at a special discount.
- Player's Swimwear Pack 1 ($4.99 / 360 Microsoft Points) – Kasumi, Kokoro, Helena and Sarah beachwear.
- Player's Swimwear Pack 2 ($4.99 / 360 Microsoft Points) – Hitomi, Leifang, Mila and Pai ensembles.
- Player's Swimwear Pack 3 ($4.99 / 360 Microsoft Points) – Ayane, Christie, Tina and Lisa patriotic.
- Player's Swimwear Set ($12.99 / 1040 Microsoft Points) – all three Swimwear Packs.
Expect the suits to land on PSN in Europe tomorrow.
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Arugula Salad
If you can't find mache (lamb's lettuce), you can substitute endive leaves. This recipe was also featured on "Mad Hungry with Lucinda Scala Quinn."
- Servings: 6
Source: Martha Stewart Living, June 2006
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Pinch of freshly ground pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 bunches baby arugula, about 6 cups
- 1 head radicchio, torn into pieces, about 3 cups
- 2 cups mache (about 1 ounce), or 2 endives, leaves separated
- 1 cup grape tomatoes, thinly sliced
Whisk lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Gradually add oil, whisking constantly until emulsified.
To serve, toss arugula, radicchio, mache, and tomatoes in a large, chilled bowl with just enough dressing to lightly coat.


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Laugh Out Loud, photo courtesy of Brenden Wolfe, March 2012
What happens when you have a non-partying college town like Provo? You've got thousands of people in Utah Valley looking for other ways to have fun, so they turn to things like game nights, dollar theaters, pie shakes and comedy shows. Down in Happy Valley, there are some pretty hilarious (and family friendly) stand-up, sketch and improv comedy shows. Watch this for a taste:
That's a clip from BYUtv's "Studio C," a sketch comedy show quickly gaining popularity. The cast is made up of people who met at Brigham Young University's comedy club Divine Comedy. Sketches are about everything from driver's ed to dubstep and lobster bisque and shoulder angels. Season three is being taped right now and will begin airing in October. For now, you can watch full episodes online and check out the show's Facebook page.
Divine Comedy is a comedy troupe that has been going for almost 20 years now. Each BYU semester, Divine Comedy has a "best of" show and two regular shows at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. The sketch-comedy shows are packed so I'd recommend getting there early—people start waiting in line an hour and a half early. Warning: the comedians will be throwing glow sticks and candy at you.
Humor U is an award-winning, stand-up comedy club made up of more than a dozen BYU students and alumni. Stephen Jones, who you might recognize from this New Spice commercial spoof, got his big start with Humor U. The fall lineup includes shows Sept. 13–14, Oct. 18–19 and Dec. 6–7. Shows are in the Maeser Auditorium on BYU Campus (321 MSRB), and the $5 tickets can be purchased at the door or beforehand at the Wilkinson Center information desk.
ComedySportz in downtown Provo (36 West Center St.) is an improv competition between two teams of improv comedians, arbitrated by a "referee." The teams perform different scenes and songs based on suggestions from the audience. My favorite scene is one where they can use only words and phrases found in volunteer audience members' cell phones. Shows are every Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and 10:15 p.m., and variety nights are at 8 p.m. on Thursdays. These shows often sell out, so plan ahead. Reservations can be made by calling 801-377-9700 or purchasing tickets online here.
Laugh Out Loud is student club at Brigham Young University. The improv comedy group performs shows about once a month on BYU campus (214 Crabtree Building). Their shows are family friendly, and each show is different from the rest. Christian Schmutz, the club's president, said everyone is also welcome to go to and participate in the club's weekly practices on Thursday nights at 7 p.m. for a fun way to release stress and to get a good laugh. Tickets are $3 in advance, $5 at the door or $3 if you're in costume. More info about tickets and a show's specific theme (usually something like superheroes or aliens and UFOs) can be found at the information desk in the Wilkinson Center at BYU or by calling 801-422-4313.
Where do you think is the best place to get a good laugh in Utah Valley? Share your thoughts and favorite sketches in the comments below.


text: "but it depends on where I buy gas. Murphy Oil (Walmart) won't get me half as far as gas from Kroger" --- interesting thought. I have wondered for a good while if some of the cut rate stations might sell gasoline that performs less than expected. We don't travel far but do buy a fair amount of gasoline but always from the same local station and performance seems to be constant. Dakota 318 - mileage not so good -- 15. Uplander, mileage better than expected -- 20 and this is the short drive school and back-- and LaCrosse driven 100 miles daily round trip - very good -- just reset the counter last night and was 26.6 for 4,600 miles.


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Before Castlevania: Lords of Shadow is released to the public, it's time to take a look at a game that would precede it. It would be known as Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Mirror of Fate. It is a game that was originally released on the Nintendo 3DS. It saw an HD release that is made as a digital download for both the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3.
The main theme involves fate. It shows the fate of the Belmont clan and the curse had been laid on them. Gabriel Belmont, whom you played as in the first Lords of Shadow, is the one that had been turned into a vampire that the people know as Dracula. He has been considered evil, though his story is more tragic. He is not the same one that had been in the original Castlevania games. It also introduces the characters Simon Belmont, Trevor Belmont, and Alucard. They are all a bit different from their respective counterparts.
Graphically, the game is solid. It was a conversion from the 3DS to the Xbox 360 and PlayStation by way of downloading it. It was rather solid to say the least. The cut scenes were solid and the game itself looked pretty good. While it isn't the most important factor, they did a rather solid job and it was easy to identify what was what exactly.
The gameplay is a 2D style game that's like the Dracula X Chronicles for the PSP. It was done that way and it is rather responsive. There are achievements that can be obtained by completing certain tasks. There are four acts to play as. It should be interesting to mention that it starts with Gabriel and then it goes into the future and then goes into the past. After completing it, there is also a boss rush mode that can be played.
Overall, the game is rather solid. It is a good edition and is very intriguing on how it was developed. It follows with the logical timeline being involved with the Lords of Shadow. While it is traditional is the main villain, at least it shows a different version seen more as a tragic character than an outright villain.
This part will be a bit of a spoiler alert so if you've played this, don't worry but if you haven't, then perhaps ignore this part. Trevor Belmont is known as Gabriel's son and would eventually be transformed into a vampire known as Alucard. Unlike the counterpart, this one appears to be a full blooded vampire. Simon Belmont is Trevor's son and thus Gabriel's grandson.


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Dave Brubeck: Tangerine
Dave Brubeck Quartet
The Great Concerts: Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Carnegie Hall (Columbia Jazz Masterpieces CK 44215)
Dave Brubeck (piano), Paul Desmond (alto sax), Eugene Wright (bass), Joe Morello (drums).
Composed by J. Mercer & V. Schnertzinger.
Recorded: Copenhagen, Denmark, March 5, 1958
Rating: 95/100 (learn more)
Between 1952 and 1958, the Brubeck Quartet released 537 albums, of which 402 were recorded live. OK, so it was only 12 of 16, but that's still a lot and still 75% live—many on campus, where wildly enthusiastic audiences of (how shall we put this?) unseasoned jazz fans cheered the group's clumsy attempts to swing. By 1958, however, Joe Morello had snared the drum chair (sorry), and wild enthusiasm was now justified. On this track, recorded off-campus in Copenhagen, Desmond delivers a superlative 4˝-minute solo, after which Brubeck embarks on the kind of polyrhythmic safari that left his previous drummers foundering; newcomer Morello is unfazed. Desmond returns to slyly swap paraphrases with Joe of "La Cumparsita," then carries the ball alone over a stop-time chorus. When the entire group reenters, it's so thrilling even the Danes lose their cool.
Reviewer: Alan Kurtz
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This is the powerpoint from Dr. Mamarame Seck's Regional Breakout at GO! Spring 2011.
This is the handout from the Central and Southern Africa Regional Breakout at GO! Spring 2011. The handout was developed by Megan Camm.
This is the powerpoint from Dr. Hannah Gill's Regional Breakout session on Latin America from the GO! Pre-Departure event in Spring 2011.
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Nov. 6, 2009
UCLA alumna Tiffany Joh won the Duramed Futures Tour Qualifying Tournament Friday afternoon in Winterhaven, Fla.
Joh won her Futures Tour card and $500 after posting scores of 67-69-72-67-73--348 (-12) in a 90-hole, four-course marathon. She won by one stroke over Danielle Mills of Pointe-Claire, Quebec.
Former UCLA All-American Maria Jose Uribe also earned her Futures Tour card, finishing in a tie for 38th place with scores of 71-76-68-78-76--369 (+9).
A two-time U.S. Women's Amateur Public Links champion, Joh enjoyed an illustrious career at UCLA. She won the 2008 Pac-10 title and was voted the 2007 Pac-10 Golfer of the Year. She was UCLA's first four-time All-American in women's golf.
The victory means Joh earns fully exempt status on the 2010 Duramed Futures Tour. She can set her schedule as she wishes and will not have to endure any pre-tournament qualifiers.
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text: Essential PleasuresYou know how amazing sex can make you feel — but do you realize that your health depends on it? Many women don't. According to Dr. Hilda Hutcherson, author of Pleasure: A Woman's Guide to Getting the Sex You Want, Need, and Deserve (Perigee Books), sexual pleasure is more than a pastime — it's a prescription for wellness, especially in women over 40. Dr. Hutcherson should know — in addition to having penned monthly magazine columns and two sex guides, she has been a practicing gynecologist for more than 20 years — and is over 40 herself."For older women, sex is absolutely physically necessary," Dr. Hutcherson insists, and she gives proof to back it up. In Pleasure, she points to studies that link longevity to a satisfying sex life. One study even suggests that sexual dissatisfaction increases a woman's risk of heart disease. But despite the scientific evidence, many women over 40 fail to realize that for them, maintaining sexual activity is especially essential. "Many of us think that sex is only for young women, that for older women it is not necessary. But if you don't remain sexually active, then there are changes in the genitals [that occur during menopause] — dryness and atrophy — that can make it very difficult and painful to have sex later on."Luckily, there are simple steps that every woman can take to get the pleasure she deserves. Middle age is a great time to start: Dr. Hutcherson views this phase as a woman's chance to refocus her energy on her own desires — and away from the needs of others. Read on for her expert advice.Me, Myself, and IPleasure is personal thing, and there's only one person that can tell you where to find it. Whether you have a partner or not, the process begins with yourself."Start slowly," Dr. Hutcherson advises. "Soak in a bathtub with bubble bath and candles. Spend time experiencing your body, concentrating on how the warmth of the water feels. Then after the bath, massage your own skin, and concentrate on what parts of the body feel good, what kind of touch feels good." It almost sounds too simple, but many of us forget to relax and then wonder why we're stressed. Focusing on the senses — and not the daily to-do list — is the key to experiencing pleasure. Set aside some time to identify what really stimulates you, both sensually and in your life outside the bedroom. "It can be a very slow process," Dr. Hutcherson admits, but who deserves your time more than you?Straight Talk (Without Talking)After you've identified what brings you pleasure, focus on getting what you want, whether that process involves a partner or not. To receive pleasure, you must give — information, that is. Be honest about what you desire, and learn how to communicate your needs. "We have to feel deserving enough to give information [about our pleasure] to our partners." Broaching the subject can be difficult, but Dr. Hutcherson believes in the power of subtle, silent cues, such as nudging your partner's hand toward the areas that drive you wild. No matter how you choose to say it, allow yourself to be frank about your needs.Communicating with your partner is only one part of the equation, however. Dr. Hutcherson is quick to point out the necessity of solo sex. Many women find themselves without a partner as they transition through menopause, but continuing to experience sex is essential to a woman's health and well-being. As a solution, Dr. Hutcherson prescribes vibrators for her menopausal and perimenopausal patients. Even if you do have a partner, self-exploration can heighten your sex drive and allow you to recognize what gives you pleasure, making sex with your partner that much more enjoyable.The Big Oh-NoAs you explore what gives you pleasure, take care to avoid a common pitfall: performance anxiety. Men aren't the only ones who suffer from performance issues in the bedroom — the pressure to achieve orgasm can put a woman on the spot, too. And obsessing over the "O" can ruin any chances of experiencing one.The orgasm-centric advice that some of her colleagues dish out peeves Dr. Hutcherson. "One of the things that's caused a problem with women is that sex therapists are telling them that they should have an orgasm every time, and that they should have an over-the-top, all-night orgasm. All these books about over-the-top sex make some women feel inadequate." She urges women to be realistic about their pleasure, and discourages them from setting sexual goals. She advises pleasure-seekers to relax, concentrate on the moment, and let the orgasm come without forcing it."Focus only on the good sensations that you're feeling, and you'll get to the point where orgasm is just second nature." And don't worry if you don't have the energy for marathon sex sessions: "I don't know a single woman who wants to be in the throes of orgasm all night!" Dr. Hutcherson says. "Who needs that? Have a good orgasm or two, and go to sleep."Spice for Stale SexFor many women, it's only lack of creativity that's standing in the way of their pleasure. Dr. Hutcherson enthusiastically advocates trying out new techniques to add that much-needed spark. If you can't remember the last time you diverged from your bedroom routine, now is the perfect time to learn some new tricks.For starters, Dr. Hutcherson insists that you're never too old for toys. Yes, those toys. Before you say, "Not for me," consider your options: You can start with something low-key, like a diminutive "bullet" vibrator that doesn't look like a sex toy, or with a lubricant or warming gel. "Choose something that fits your personality," she recommends. Starting small will probably go over easier with your partner, as well. "Most men are going to be open to it if you start out with something that's not intimidating. If you go out and buy a 12-inch dildo and bring that into the bedroom, it's not going to work." A more couples-friendly option may be a vibrator that is worn on one partner's finger, or on other parts of the anatomy. With these toys, both of you can share in the fun. Still wary? Just browse a little. If you're not ready to saunter into a sex shop, check out your options online. There are plenty of women-friendly sites out there that can walk you through your first purchase — and deliver the goods in a discreet brown box. Babeland.com, evesgarden.com, and goodvibes.com are all great places to start.Toys aren't the only things that will shake up a stagnant sex life. In Pleasure, Dr. Hutcherson cites research that shows that women who regularly spend time fantasizing about sex have more satisfying sex lives. Fantasies are free, easy, and guaranteed to give you pleasure because you're in control. Spend some time each day thinking sexy thoughts. Then take your fantasies to the next level: write them down in a journal or, better yet, bring a partner into the equation. Role-playing can rev up a relationship that's lost its spark: "I think one of the best things that a married couple can do is to check into a hotel that rents rooms by the hour, in the middle of the day." The knowing looks you'll get from the desk clerk will make you feel risque. "Just remember to bring your own sheets or blankets — I don't think I'd want to sleep on the sheets in a place like that," Dr. Hutcherson jokes.Pencil It InNow that you know how to reach your pleasure potential, schedule a session. Think you're too busy? Think again. You build time into each day for meals, chores, and workouts — why not sex? It is, after all, just as essential to your health as these other habits. Think about sex as one more thing that you need to do, and you'll soon find yourself looking forward to it. And remember, you're not the only one whose needs are changing: "As men get older, they have better erections in the morning," Dr. Hutcherson reveals. "So I tell older women: You've got to switch the time. He's going to be better in the morning." Sounds like a great reason to stay in bed.Purchase Pleasure by Dr. Hilda Hutcherson Originally published on MORE.com, November 2006.


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23 November 2013.
Dress up as Cowboys, Mexican, Indians and Saloon Ladies for a night of fun and laughter.
One of The Valley Rattler's most popular themed events , the 'Wild, Wild West Gambling Night' will be an exciting adult only event at Old Gympie Railway Station, Tozer Street, Gympie on 23 November 2013.
Don your best western gear & gather at Old Gympie Railway Station at from 6.00pm for nibbles and a shot of tequila.
Then step back into a time when gambling houses & saloon bars were all part of the action & hop onto the licensed heritage carriages to try your luck with your $250 "Rattler" gambling chips on Roulette, Blackjack & Unders & Overs.
Once you have made your fortune at the gambling tables, enjoy a 2 course dinner in the old world atmosphere of The Refreshment Room here at the Old Gympie Station.
Then, sit back & enjoy the entertainment with a drink from the bar or chance your luck again at the gambling tables.
The $65 per person includes the nibbles, shot of tequila, gambling tables, $250 "Rattler" chips, 2 course dinner & entertainment.
Bookings for 'The Wild Wild West Night' are essential and can be made by calling 07 5482 2750 (9am to 1pm daily) or email us on email@example.com.
Please be advised that this event is not suitable for children and it is not a Heritage Rail Tour.
How To Get Here
The Valley Rattler is located at the Old Railway Station, Tozer St, Gympie. Gympie is a two hour drive north of Brisbane and 60 minutes north of Noosa.


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Could a New BlackBerry Tablet Be More Than Just an April Fools' Joke?
Sterling Wong
If BlackBerry really were to build a new tablet, what must it get right this time around?
Depending on how big a fan of
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Of course, Monday was April Fools' Day. It turned out that after the high-profile failure of the BlackBerry PlayBook, the company does not in fact have new tablets lined up for release, and that the leaked roadmap was simply an
elaborate hoax
However, CEO Thorsten Heins did not rule out the possibility of BlackBerry putting together a new tablet.
"We're thinking about it," said Heins in a recent interview, according to
The Globe and Mail
The BlackBerry head said that many factors had to be taken into consideration before deciding if it would make sense for his company to release a new tablet, adding that he has tasked developers to figure out how to make a tablet that could be integrated with "other screen environments."
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"That's how we're thinking about it that [sic] right now," Heins said.
So what would BlackBerry have to do to ensure that if it does introduce a new tablet, the device will be a success? Cameron Yuill, founder and CEO of AdGent Digital, a global company that specializes in the development of proprietary display, video, and tablet advertising platforms for the world's largest publishing websites, said that a BlackBerry tablet should be targeted at the enterprise market.
"[BlackBerry] needs to stop trying to be everything for everyone because the audience that respects the BlackBerry brand is the audience they lost when they tried to be 'Apple,' " Yuill told Minyanville. "Apple is for
Angry Birds
, while BlackBerry is for professionals."
Specially, Yuill said that BlackBerry needed to focus on producing good software if it were to build a new tablet. When the PlayBook made its debut, the device was slammed for its dearth of apps compared with the BlackBerry smartphone and competing
(NASDAQ:AAPL) and
(NASDAQ:GOOG) tablets, such as the
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"Companies that focus on mobile hardware specs fail. It's all about mobile Web browsing and apps," Yuill asserted. "Does the hardware support apps or not? If the answer is yes, the processor and memory specs are irrelevant."
Yuill added that BlackBerry must ensure a new tablet has "great
(NASDAQ:MSFT) Exchange support, video conferencing and security, [and it can] build a brand around [those qualities]."
Though the critical reception to the BlackBerry PlayBook was poor, business consultant LaKesha Womack argued that it was not the device itself that was the problem. The issue was that BlackBerry was a sinking ship, and the PlayBook simply drowned along with the company.
"The problem [for BlackBerry] was that their smartphone was not very popular. Most people are product loyalists. Most Android phone users prefer Android tablets and the same is true with iPhone and iPad users because users like to be able to sync their data," Womack told Minyanville.
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Womack suggested that BlackBerry should focus on making its BlackBerry 10 smartphones a success and "people will organically desire the tablet so that their data can sync."
Indeed, the original BlackBerry PlayBook was launched with an intention to create a seamless mobile ecosystem together with BlackBerry smartphones. However, the PlayBook hit retail shelves with many device-syncing issues. Software updates months down the road solved these problems, but the PlayBook was already deemed a flop by then.
The good news for BlackBerry this time around is that, judging from Thorsten Heins' recent comments, the company has learned its mistakes from the failure of the PlayBook
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"The hardware alone is very difficult these days to make money with," Heins said, echoing Yuill's opinion. Heins highlighted that that only a few of his competitors have turned a profit on tablets.
"The question is, what are you putting around the tablet as a service or an experienced value proposition that allows you to make money with it, other than just put the pure hardware out there," he continued.
Only time will tell if Heins and his team can figure out the answers for those questions. One thing's for sure, though: If BlackBerry were to release a new tablet, it had better make sure that it will be a runaway success, or else it might as well just consider the idea a bad April Fools' joke and move along.
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Can Research In Motion Stop the Apple and Google Onslaught in the Enterprise Arena?
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College Hockey:Badgers Unanimous No. 1 In Monday's USCHO.com/CSTV Poll
MINNEAPOLIS — With a road sweep of Minnesota last weekend, Wisconsin picked up one last first-place vote to be this Monday's unanimous No. 1 pick in the USCHO.com/CSTV Networks Division I men's poll.
The Badgers, who have not lost in 14 games, were followed by Miami, which swept Michigan to finish up six spots at No. 2, and then by Vermont, which tied New Hampshire before beating Massachusetts-Lowell Friday and Saturday.
In fourth was Colorado College, down from second after being swept by Denver, and North Dakota was No. 5, rising four spots in the wake of a sweep of Michigan Tech.
Boston College was again sixth; the Eagles split a home-and-home with Boston University over the weekend. No. 7 was Michigan, down from third, and Minnesota fell four spots to eighth.
Cornell picked up two spots to finish at No. 9 after beating Princeton and Quinnipiac, and Maine lost its sole game last weekend to Providence and landed at No. 10.
Denver was No. 11, followed by New Hampshire, Colgate, St. Lawrence and then Harvard.
Clarkson made it four straight ECACHL teams in the teens by coming in at No. 16, trailed by Bemidji State, Boston University, and then two debuting teams — Providence and Nebraska-Omaha — to round out the poll.
Falling out since last Monday were Alaska-Fairbanks and Ferris State.
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September 12, 2013 | Vol. 117 -- No. 21
The September meeting of the Airway Heights Planning Commission was canceled due to lack of quorum.
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The Atlanta Public Schools' Department of Special Education offers a broad continuum of services for students three (3) through twenty-one (21) years of age. Following a comprehensive assessment that may include a psychological evaluation, educational testing, speech-language assessment, audiological testing and other assessments, a student may be eligible to receive services in one or more of the following categories. . . .
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The Department of Special Education is required to provide a free, appropriate public education to eligible children in cooperation with parents and other agencies under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Each eligible student must have an Individualized Education Program (IEP), which is developed by a team composed of teachers and other qualified school personnel, parents or guardians and the student, when appropriate. The IEP is revised when necessary and reviewed at least annually.
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Becoming an owner with Haven means that you'll benefit from a range of exclusive privileges, facilities and events.
A number of our parks have facilities that are for the exclusive use of owners, such as lounges, gyms, saunas and swimming pools.^ Plus, all our parks offer exclusive owners' only swimming sessions.
The owners Privilege Card provides access to all the park's facilities, venues and to the exclusive owner events. It can also be used as a discount card offering owners 15% off purchases (5% off at Thornwick) around the park and half price sports and leisure activities. Plus, if you want, you can load the card up, using your credit or debit card, so you don't have to carry cash around with you.
You'll receive 10 free Privilege Cards, allowing your friends and family to use all of the facilities that the park has to offer.
Throughout the year you can enjoy an exciting line-up of owners' parties, big entertainment weekends, exclusive sports and leisure activities, experience days and the opportunity to join our Wine Club.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 3
The much anticipated device from samsung , NOTE III has been launched at an event on Sep 5th, 2013 . Samsung has launched note 3 along with Glaxy Gear – a wearable watch with some awesome features .
Here are the features of Samsung Galaxy note 3
- 151.2mmx79.2mmx8.3mm
- 5.7-inch SuperAMOLED 1080p display with 368 ppi pixel density
- 2.3GHz Snapdragon 800 processor, or 1.9GHz Samsung Exynos Octacore depending on market
- Android 4.3
- 13 megapixel rear camera, 2 megapixel front camera
- 32 or 64GB storage
- MicroSDXC card storage expansion
- Bluetooth 4.0, WiFi 802.11ac, LTE Category 4
- 3,200 mAh battery
- LED/IR combo
Thanks to TechCrunch, the Next Big event is iPhone 5S launch, apple is going to unveil iPhone 5S , iPhone 5C on september 10th, 2013
I'll let you know more about the same .
Samsung galaxy note 3 will be available for purchase from september 25th, 2013 . The pricing of the device is not yet known . IT will be like Rs.45-48,000 INR in India.
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The graveyard of nostalgia
The graveyard of nostalgia
By Shahzad Raza
ISLAMABAD: Many who visit Islamabad graveyard return with strong nostalgic feelings. Several buried there have staged a key role in power politics while others have ruled people's heart.
A galaxy of poets, writers and bureaucrats sleep in the cemetery, situated in a peaceful corner of the Islamabad metropolis. For over three decades it has accomodated people.
The first grave to the left of the main entrance creates an instant impression for it is the grave of great Urdu poet and scion of Malhiabad State, Josh Malhiabadi. He undoubtedly ruled many a heart with his revolutionary poetry.
His autobiography, Yadoon Ki Baraat, is a masterpiece of Urdu literature. Unfortunately, however, the grave of the poet is hidden behind wild bushes. It appears the late poet is being subject to the same treatment he received during his life.
An official of the Capital Development Authority (CDA), monitoring the graveyard, said there would be no burial in the graveyard from next year. The decision was taken owing to a shortage of space.
After a few minutes walk from the main entrance, one can find the grave of the Urdu short story writer and novelist Mumtaz Mufti. A disciple of Sigmund Freud, the late writer cemented his name in the history of Urdu literature through his accomplished works.
Not far away from Mufti's grave, lies the body of another Urdu poet, Parveen Shakir. The late poet lost her life after a tragic accident in 1994. Her beautifully designed grave, however, has lost some of her charm. The area surrounding the grave of the late Parveen Shakir is well maintained. However, the land adjacent and graves nearby require considerable maintenance.
Besides poets and writers, people of power including Qudratullah Shahab, Maulana Kausar Niazi, Khurshid Hassan Mir and Altaf Gauhar are also buried in the graveyard. Indeed, the late Shahab was known for his intellectual capacity.
A gravedigger said he has seen more than 10 funerals a day. At times there are not more than one funeral is performed but according to estimates, there are around three burials every day. In order to fulfil local requirements, a new graveyard will be opened from next year, in sector H-11 sector. The authority is in the process of constructing an approach road, fence and other facilities.
The new graveyard covers 80 acres and is expected to meet the requirements of Islamabad residents for more than 20 years. The city's old graveyard is spread over 50 acres.
There is one deplorable aspect of the old graveyard. In the monsoon season, torrential rain damages more than 300 graves. Indeed, there have been cases where visitors have borne witness to the movement of wild animals and badly damaged graves.


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I make stir fry quite often. It's cheap. It's fairly easy. It's a good way to incorporate vegetables into our diets. And if I make enough, I will have leftovers for lunch for the rest of the week.
Stir fry is also a great way to clean out the vegetable drawer in your refrigerator. It's a meal that's open to interpretation, meaning you can pretty much put whatever you want into it. On this particular night, I had just done a major grocery shopping trip – my first trip since Christmas. I had made sure to load up on fruits and veggies so The Husband and I could get back to a somewhat normal eating routine. That meant I had a plethora of vegetables to choose from for this dish.
You'll notice in the directions, I instruct you to cut your beef against the grain. If you don't know what that means, take a good look at the surface of your raw meat. You'll notice the sinuous lines of the muscle tissue. You want to cut your meat perpendicular – or across those lines (aka the grain) – rather that parallel to the grain. This ensures your meat will be tender provided you don't overcook it. That's because it's easier to tear individual muscle fibers apart rather that breaking it by stretching it along its length. If you cut your meat with the grain, it's likely to be as chewy as a rubber tire.
If you don't like any of the ingredients I have listed below, substitute it for something you do like. The real star of the show is the sauce. Instead of traditional Mirin, I used bourbon and tossed in a bit of Miso paste and a dash of chili garlic sauce for some heat. Like traditional teriyaki, this sauce is on the sweeter side and made a wonderful complement to the beef and sautéed vegetables.
This recipe was the editor's choice pick in the 2013 "Stick a Fork in It" recipe competition sponsored by Splash Pad Mobile.
Beef Stir Fry with Miso Bourbon Teriyaki Sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 2 pounds round steak
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ cup dried shitake mushrooms
- ⅓ cup each, chopped fresh green beans, cauliflower, broccoli, and baby carrots
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup bourbon
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon miso paste
- ½ teaspoon chili garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- ⅓ cup grape tomatoes, halved
- Hot cooked white rice or noodles, optional
- Thinly slice beef against the grain into even sized strips.
- Place mushroom in a small bowl and cover them with boiling water. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
- Place beef in a large resealable plastic bag or mixing bowl. Combine flour, salt and pepper. Add mixture to the bag with the beef. Seal bag and shake until meat is evenly coated with the flour mixture.
- Once the skillet is hot, reduce the heat to medium. Spread beef in an even single layer on the bottom of the pan (you may have to do this in batches to avoid overcrowding). Cook until beef is browned on both sides, about 10-12 minutes. Remove beef from pan and set aside.
- Add remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to the pan. Once hot, add the vegetables and the garlic.
- Drain the mushroom, reserving the liquid. Add the mushrooms to the pan. Add enough water to the mushroom liquid to make ⅓ cup. Pour liquid into the skillet, scraping any browned bits that have accumulated on the bottom of the pan. Cover the pan and let the vegetables steam until crisp-tender, about 7-10 minutes.
- In the meantime, combine the sauce ingredients. Once the vegetables are done, return the beef to the skillet and add the sauce. Bring the sauce to a boil and cook until it begins to thicken, about 5 minutes.
- Remove skillet from heat and stir in tomatoes.
- Serve over hot cooked rice or noodles.


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Dr. Karen Wayland is the Deputy Director for state and local cooperation at DOE's Energy Policy and Systems Analysis. Her team will coordinate and evaluate strategies for DOE's work with states, tribes, local authorities and other stakeholders on energy policies and programs. Dr. Wayland is a recognized expert in national energy and environmental policy and comes to DOE after two years of providing strategic consulting to business and nonprofit clients. She served as a senior advisor to Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and was named by Roll Call magazine as one of Capitol Hill's top ten energy staffers to know. In that role, she worked on comprehensive climate legislation, response to the BP oil spill, and a host of other energy and environmental legislation.
She was the Legislative Director at the Natural Resources Defense Council for five years, where she oversaw the 400-person organization's federal environmental initiatives. During that time she chaired the national environmental community's climate and energy coalition. Before that she worked in the office of Senator Harry Reid, where she covered energy, nuclear waste, water, and Native American issues as a Congressional Science Fellow. She also directed the Earth and Marine Sciences Program at Earthwatch, a nonprofit organization that funds scientific research by recruiting paying volunteers. Wayland has appeared as a commentator on major TV and radio programs, including CNN, MSNBC, and the Diane Rhem Show.
Wayland holds a Master's of Science from the University of Connecticut and a Dual PhD in the fields of geochemistry and resource development from Michigan State University. Dr. Wayland's research has focused on environmental geochemistry, watershed management, and hydrologic modeling. She is an environmental scholar at Georgetown University's Science in the Public Interest, where for six years she taught a seminar on national science policy.
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