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p90x? The New Rules of Lifting? GroupEx Power? The Female Body Breakthrough? None of the above?
Monday, August 20, 2012
Vacation is over. School starts in 16 days. I put on 2.4 pounds over last week's vacation (which I suspect is mostly water based on what my body feels like). I went on 2 runs but didn't do any other exercise. It's definitely time for a food and exercise reboot. I'm just not sure what to do next. Hoping some of you may have input on some strength training options.
Food reboot is wicked easy. Just go back to how we usually eat at home, instead of vacation treats.
I run a 5K in 5 weeks. It's cool in the AM now so I'll probably run a 5K outside on the weekends and do treadmill workouts during the week but if it gets cool enough I might do outside runs during the day after school starts. Assuming my achilles doesn't start acting up, I think I'm in good shape there. Based on how training and the run goes, I'll decide whether to run additional runs in October and November.
I'm really up in the air about what to do for strength training/body sculpting.
I could do The Female Body Breakthrough again. I enjoyed it well enough last time and it REALLY works for me. This time I'd be doing it without ANY weight loss goal at all which might make it even more successful.
I also have The New Rules of Lifting for Women. I haven't finished reading it but it's certainly a possibility. I assume it's structure is much like TFBB - Strength training every other day, minimal cardio, eat well. Anyone have input on it? If I'm after ST 2-3x a week for no more than an hour, does this fit the bill?
And I'm thinking a bit about p90x. I don't like working out at home but I could buy the workouts for an idevice and bring it to the gym. It sounds like the workouts are time consuming and 6 days a week. I know from The Female Body Breakthrough that I don't need to workout like that to get the results I want and I definitely don't want to devote ALL my fitness time to p90x. Is there any benefit to doing selected p90x workouts mixed in with other fitness activities? Can any of them be done in 60 minutes?
I could rely on classes at the gym. With both kids having a really early start at school I can now make earlier classes at the gym which gives me the option to do all my strength training through GroupEx Power classes. There would be no 'thinking' involved. Just show up to class and do it. This seems like too much of the same thing though. I'm not sure how best to mesh this with my own workouts.
My goals right now are just to get back to my 'safe weight' (4 pounds less than where I am now), not necessarily quickly, and get my body fat back under 20%. I think that if I shed a few pounds of water this week I'll be under 21% so this isn't a huge deal.
If you were this close to your goal with no big 'event' to 'peak' for, would you kick off a program or go with a more varied fitness schedule?
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i really enjoyed TNRoLfW. like you said - a few times a week strength training for less than an hour. that said, i got bored at a certain point and ended up going back to classes at the gym to change it up. that said, they don't have to be mutually exclusive... the bootcamp idea sounds cool, though!
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Jamie Eason's 12 week body makeover is a good one too! http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/jam
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I think I've got my answer! I just got an email. There is a 6 week bootcamp at my gym at 10:30AM. I have 2 conflicts out of 18 sessions and I might be able to work those out.
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I love the classes at the gym. I am getting ready to start a new program there. I am much more motivated to go to the gym then hit play on the DVD player.
Perhaps talk to your trainer and see what he/she recommends for you.
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Hello and welcome to Rutland Caravan and Camping website. We are a family run caravan and camping park (opened May 2002) situated in the heart of the county of Rutland. Our Touring Park is adjacent to the counties of Cambridgeshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and Northamptonshire so there is a very diverse range of activities within short travelling distance. From stately homes and historic buildings, to theme parks, we have them all.
The Rutland park location offers you the opportunity to explore England's smallest county, renowned for its picturesque villages and towns. Rutland Water is nearby with its sailing, cycling, fishing, nature reserve and many other activities.
The park is adjacent to the village of Greetham, through which the Viking Way runs along with other footpath networks. There is a gravel path from the park to the village (about five minutes level walk). which is served by a regular bus to Oakham (a lovely town with a good range of generally smaller shops), and also a service to Melton Mowbray (a larger town with more shops). From both towns there are bus services to take you further afield.
Our aim is to provide you with a relaxing atmosphere where you can escape the hustle and bustle of today's World, and take in the beautiful surroundings. The park is divided roughly in two. To the left of the entrance we generally aim to place adults, whilst to the right is the family area. The park is in a rural setting with views of the village. Rallies are most welcome.
We have now up-graded all our adults only hard-standing pitches to serviced pitches. The price is still the general pitch price.
Work has started on extending and up-grading the Adults Only Toilet/Shower Facilities, (this also includes the laundry and dog wash). We anticipated this work to be completed by the Spring 2016, unfortunately we are running behind and apologise for any inconvenience.
Caravan to rent out - £ 400 per week sleeps 4, adults only, no dogs, no smokers.
We have large hard standings, (the site is built on limestone and is exceptionally free draining should you prefer a grass pitch), electronic security barrier, two heated toilet/shower blocks, electric hook-ups, baby changing facility, dishwashing facilities, Wi-Fi access and a lovely children's play area.
Our NEW indoor swimming pool is now open for you to enjoy all year round. Please note that there is a fee for the use of the swimming pool in addition to the pitch/booking price. Bookable at Reception
Indoor games room, so far we have board games and a football table, it is open 9am to 9pm. We also have a dog shower
We are ideally placed for Greetham Valley Golf Club. It has 2 x 18 hole courses, 9 hole par 3 course, driving range, club house and excellent Pro Shop.
If you like the sound of our tranquil park then we look forward to meeting you soon. You can be assured of a warm welcome.
Remember we are open 365 days of the year and look forward to welcoming you to Rutland.
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As the treasuries provided investors with surprisingly substantial earnings, a new yearning for the U.S.Dollar caused an increase in its value. This spike in profit was in fact the highest we've seen in a year. But treasury yields are not the only factor that benefited the dollar this past week. News about expansion of Philadelphia's area manufacturing and a small hike in consumer prices except for fuel and food made the Dollar climb.In the meantime, the Euro continued its downward trend for a fifth day in a row against the U.S. Dollar on speculations that Ireland will indeed receive that help that it so desperately needs to overcome its financial woes; and the yen also went onto its third week of price decrease against the greenback.
New data regarding the U.S. economy's health will be released in the upcoming week. Experts believe the numbers will show a growth of 2.4% for the last quarter, information which they assume will add strength to the currency.
Revenues from the 10-year-note revealed an astounding increase of 34 points while investors around the globe pondered on the usefulness of the Federal Reserve's unwavering decision to purchase $600 billion of debt; and while the plan has not been received well around the globe, it's already been put into action.
For now, China is also trying to curb inflation by having its banks set aside additional reserves. With this measure they hope to better control their credit system.
David Sumner is a freelance writer with a specialization in reporting on the world of finance. David holds a B.A. from the University of Maryland. Currently David is based in the U.S. but spends a good portion of the year traveling throughout Europe and Asia.
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TUCSON, Ariz. (Feb. 5) -- University of Arizona women's basketball player Tysell Bozeman has been released from the team, head coach Joan Bonvicini announced on Monday.
The junior guard has been released from the team for failure to comply with team rules and regulations. She had previously been suspended for two weeks early in January for related reasons.
Bozeman played in 16 games for the Wildcats this season, starting 12. She averaged 9.9 points, 4.4 rebounds and 2.9 assists per game.
Arizona is currently 16-5 overall and 6-3 in Pac-10 play. The Wildcats begin the second round of Pac-10 action this weekend, playing at Washington on Thursday, Feb. 8, then at Washington State on Saturday, Feb. 10.


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'Auditions 05' features seven new, first-time-on-film hot guys! Check out Omer, Kevin Wood, and John Lamb -- and don't miss out on Danny Bitho, Josh Buchanan, Sebastian, and Jesse Dane. Also featured is the sultry pairing of favorites Marcel D and Asoka.
A sex animal if we ever met one (and trust us, we've met a lot!), Asoka is also one of the most down-to-earth, level-headed models we've ever worked with. It makes sense that this brawny muscle stud is into kama sutra and, more specifically, sexual stamina. Check out his wild performance in Manhattan Heat... you'll see what we mean!
Danny randomly called our casting director one day, and five minutes after walking through the door, he had an audition scheduled for the next day with everyone's favorite bottom boy, Lucas Entertainment exclusive John Lamb. His scene with Ray Star for Encounters: Flash Point is another scorcher, as is his Audition with boyfriend Nick Rider in Auditions 19!
Jesse came in for an interview, and three minutes later had an audition scheduled. And he lived up to his claim that his favorite thing about sex is the "intensity"- his audition ran the gamut from flip-flop fucking to watersports to fisting. Go visit his website www.jessedane.xbuild.com for more of that same intensity. Sizzling!
Hottie John Lamb wandered into our offices right off the street and Michael immediately signed him to an exclusive contract, making him one of the leads in the eighth and final Fire Island Cruising film. His Encounters scene with fellow exclusive Wilson Vasquez is also a scorcher!
Native New Yorker was recommended to us by Andy Hunter to be the first man to top Mr. Hunter on screen. We liked him so much that a month later he was auditioning for us with Sebastian.
Kevin is a brand new exclusive with Lucas Entertainment and he is a true top man. When asked what his favorite sexual activity is, he answered "anything to do with ass".
Brooklyn-born Marcel hopped across the East River to audition for Michael Lucas. An independent contractor by trade, this sizzling hunk enjoys working out, and when asked what he loves about sex, his inviting reply was "everything." Yay!
What is there to say about Michael Lucas? A good place to start is the beginning: Lucas Entertainment founder and president Michael Lucas was born in Moscow, Russia, on March 10, 1972. He was raised in Moscow and attended college there, graduating with a degree in law. In 1995, Michael Lucas moved to Germany, then to France, where he began modeling and appearing on several European television programs and covers of many European magazines. In 1998, Lucas opened his own production company, Lucas Entertainment, in New York City. Later that year, he made his directorial debut with the well-received Back in the Saddle. This first production sparked the Michael Lucas "renegade" vision that is indelibly New York. Additionally, basing his company in New York City, as opposed to the more traditional Los Angeles, enabled Lucas to showcase the diversity of types and ethnicities found nowhere else. MIchael Lucas started Lucas Distribution, Inc. in 2004 and LucasBlog.com in 2005. Both are pioneering ventures in the competitive realms of adult video distribution and online media, respectively. In the summer of 2005 he released GayVN's Best Picture of the year, a high-budget adult film remake of Dangerous Liaisons, featuring celebrity cameos from RuPaul, Boy George, Graham Norton, Bruce Vilanch, and Michael Musto. In 2006, filming began on his most buzzed about film ever, Michael Lucas' La Dolce Vita. The production included a big-budget fashion show, a sextra-filled club orgy scene, a headline-making fountain scene with Vivid star Savanna Samson. On November 12, 2004, Michael Lucas was proudly sworn in as an American citizen.
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This Wall Street Journal Editorial gives us a good idea of what we will have to face if Obama wins a second term. He has long since given up trying to win based on the merits of his arguments, now he tries to demagogue the issues and debase the opposition. His attempt to bully the Supreme Court reveals him in all his totalitarian tendencies to be a serial bully and a liar.
If there's a Laffer Curve for Presidential invective—some point at which dishonest political abuse yields diminishing returns—the White House political team must not think their boss has hit it. Even in this hyperpartisan age, President Obama's speech to the Associated Press yesterday was a parody of the form. This was a diatribe that managed to invoke "Social Darwinism" and "a Trojan Horse" in the same paragraph, amid the other high crimes that Mr. Obama says Paul Ryan wants to commit.
The President's depiction of the wonkish and formerly obscure House Budget Chairman as some political monster is itself telling. Mr. Obama is conceding that he can't run on the economic recovery, the stimulus, health care, green energy or any of the other grand liberal ambitions that have dominated his time in office. All of those are unpopular or failures. He was elected on hope and change, but now his only hope is to change the subject to the ogres he claims are the disloyal opposition.
Did you hear about the GOP's red-in-tooth-and-claw plan for Medicare? Grandma and Gramps are going to be drafted for the Hunger Games.
Mr. Obama has been working Mediscare for the last year, but he is also debuting some new material, each layer thicker than the last. Modern Republicans are so radical that they oppose research and care for Alzheimer's, cancer, AIDS, autism and Down Syndrome, even as they want to deny education and food to children and their mothers. They want to pave over Yellowstone and backfill the Grand Canyon. But few tourists could get there anyway, because Republicans plan to shut down air traffic control too.
The list of untrue things that Mr. Obama wants Americans to believe is evidently so long that Mr. Obama associated himself with Republicans, albeit mostly dead Republicans like Lincoln and Eisenhower. For the first time we can recall, Mr. Obama even praised George W. Bush, of all people, because his predecessor created a new entitlement for prescription drugs. He also said Newt Gingrich showed how smart he was when he called Mr. Ryan's budget "radical" and "right-wing social engineering" last year.
All of this is a political fable carefully constructed to erase the record of the last three years and blame every current anxiety on a GOP House that has been in office for all of 14 months. The President claims to have "eliminated dozens of programs that weren't working," but the savings from these eliminations amount to less than 0.1% of the budget, or less than $100 million.
Meanwhile, the budget has grown by more than 20% since he has been President. After deficits of $1.412 trillion, $1.293 trillion, and $1.299 trillion over the last three years, and an estimated $1.326 trillion due for 2012, he still claims the deficits are all Mr. Bush's fault—except for the extra spending on Medicare, which he likes.
It is especially rich of Mr. Obama to accuse Republicans of breaking last summer's debt-limit deal—given that even the most sympathetic press accounts that are now emerging make it clear that the President blew up his "big deal" with John Boehner. The House Speaker was prepared to trade higher taxes for mostly notional changes to entitlements, but Mr. Obama thought he could roll him at the last minute for even greater tax increases.
Mr. Ryan's "premium support" reform for Medicare, for instance, has been endorsed by Oregon Democrat Ron Wyden. It was advanced in the 1990s by President Clinton's Medicare commission led by Democrat John Breaux. It mirrors the insurance system that lets millions of federal workers choose from a myriad of insurance plans with a government subsidy. It is the only reform with a prayer of salvaging Medicare without savage cuts in medical care down the road.
The last two days have revealed Mr. Obama at his least appealing—and least Presidential—first warning the Supreme Court not to dare overturn his health-care law, and now demonizing the motives of his political opposition. It is a long, long way from his "there's no red America, there's no blue America" stuff of 2004, much less the inspiration of 2008.
If nothing else, Americans are getting a preview of the rhetorical uplift, the bipartisan problem-solving, and the unifying national purpose that would attend another four years.
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Driving the Powley-Piseco Road is an adventure in itself, but the dirt highway also serves as a starting point for exploration of the Ferris Lake Wild Forest in the southern Adirondacks.
Hikers will find numerous trails, most of them unmarked, leading from the road to such destinations as Sand Lake, Goldmine Stream Falls, Clockmill Pond, and Big Alderbed.
For paddlers, there is East Canada Creek, a lovely stream that winds through marshes and past pristine forest, with views of nearby mountains.
From the put-in at the iron bridge at Powley Place—a large, open area—you can paddle almost two miles downstream until you reach rapids. You also can go a short distance upstream before progress is blocked by beaver dams and/or alders.
Most of this stretch of the East Canada is bordered by marshes, grassy banks, and alder thickets. At this time of year, you'll see lots of gentian in bloom. In a few places, the river pulls beside the mossy forest, where ferns grow close to the water.
About a quarter-mile downstream from the bridge, a grassy inlet enters from the left. You can go up the inlet a short way for a good view of Big Alderbed Mountain to the west.
The East Canada then winds south through marshes, paralleling Sugarbush Mountain, which rises nearby to the right. After a mile, you come to a long straightaway and a low beaver dam that usually can be paddled over with no problem. A half-mile farther on, you go around a bend and hear rapids.
At 1.75 miles, the stream divides in two as it flows around an island at the head of the rapids. This is the place to turn around. In the cascades below, the East Canada drops fifteen feet.
In all, you can get in about four miles of flatwater paddling on the East Canada. If you're up for more, check out Big Bay, a 2.5-mile-long impoundment on Piseco Outlet. The put-in for Big Bay is on State Route 10, just a tenth of a mile north of the northern end of Powley-Piseco Road.
DIRECTIONS: From the junction of Route 8 and Route 30 in Speculator, drive west on Route 8 for 12.4 miles to Route 10. Turn left and go 1.2 miles to Powley-Piseco Road. Turn right and go 8.2 miles to the bridge over East Canada Creek. Launch your canoe or kayak near the southwest corner of the bridge.


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OpenJDK 6: Sources for b12 published
By Darcy-Oracle on Sep 12, 2008
On September 12, the OpenJDK 6 b12 source bundle was published. Changes of note in this build:
An updated version of Gervill is included (6717691, 6740210).
Functionality of several IcedTea patches which correct JCK failures have been applied (6735154, 6733501).
I've ported fixes from the forthcoming 6u10 release in a subset of the component workspaces to OpenJDK 6:
Incorporation of various build fixes, including the gcc ciTypeFlow.cpp issue (6732815, 6734545, 6590549, 6720240, 6548261, 6681798, 6741642).
Configuration information for some networking tests can now be provided as a properties files specified on the jtreg command line; see the source for jdk/test/TestEnv.java for details (6720349).
While the changes in this build have corrected a number of JCK 6b test failures, a handful of tests still fail; eliminating those few remaining failures is a goal for the next build or two. (JCK 6b was released several months ago and has now replaced JCK 6a as the relevant test suite to pass for Java SE 6 compatibility.)
Internally, the code for OpenJDK 6 is split into teamware workspaces with a similar structure to the JDK 7 Mercurial repositories (corba, jaxp, jaxws, langtools, jdk, etc.). For a subset of these component workspaces, I've brought over the fixes in corresponding areas from 6u10. OpenJDK 6 build 12 will be one of the last teamware-based OpenJDK 6 build before we transition to a public Mercurial repository. Around the time of the Mercurial transition we will also upgrade the HotSpot in OpenJDK 6 from HotSpot 10 to HotSpot 11; HotSpot 11 is also being used in 6u10. From that point on, the same HotSpot sources will be used for both OpenJDK 6 and the 6 update releases.
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We took a class on running (yes, we needed a class) from a local CrossFit gym. We not only learned that we were making this seemingly easy task as difficult as possible, but that we were wearing shoes meant for walking in, not running in. There is, apparently, a difference. The coaches there recommended we take a look at Nike Exclusive Free Running Spotted Sneakers ($133), and they were so right to do so. These are super lightweight, breathable, and available in coral and turquoise (the most important piece of information, of course). Running in them is almost like running barefoot, but without the pain and trauma of stomping on jagged rocks. And since they make physical activity cuter and more comfortable, we're inclined to bump up the frequency of our evening jogs.
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One of Las Vegas' largest residential real estate brokerages is taking on one of corporate America's most famous names. At Prudential Americana Group's annual general sales meeting, CEO Mark Stark made the official announcement that the company will rebrand itself as Berkshire Hathaway Home Services - Nevada Properties. The Arizona arm of the company will be called Berkshire Hathaway Home Services - Arizona Properties.
Berkshire Hathaway is headed by billionaire investor Warren Buffet. Stark says, the rebranding aligns Prudential Americana Group with one of the world's "most incredible, respected and trusted companies." Berkshire Hathaway bought the Prudential Real Estate brand in October 2012. The name change in Nevada will take place on April 29th of this year.
Last year, Prudential Americana Group posted a record of $2.5 billion in sales. The brokerage is the fourth largest Prudential real estate franchise in the United States with nearly 2,000 agents in Nevada and Arizona.


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One thing I loooooove on those really cold days when it feels like the chill goes all the way to your bones and won't go away is my little Heart Warmer from EdenFantasys.
These things are insanely cool. It's a gel-filled heart that's full of MAGIC. There's a little metal disc inside, and when you click it back and forth, through some magical scientific phenomenon (or a tiny invisible wizard, you pick) the gel inside the heart starts heating up and getting hard. (That's what she said.)
Mind blown? I KNOW. (Why did I say you boil it in a pan? I meant pot. Kitchen equipment is confusing.)
These are technically made to use on achy body parts, but when it's frickin' cold outside, it also feels really good just to heat one up and randomly stick it on various parts of your body for a while!
They come in 3 colors (red, purple, and pink) and are only $8! You can reuse them over and over, you just have to boil it to turn it back to the liquidy gel state.
A similar product is the Hot Love set, which is almost the same thing but you get two smaller ones for $9.99.
I have these, too, because I'm way to lazy to boil the heart every single time (WOW that sounds creepy out of context. I'm afraid to check my Google Analytics after this...), so having 3 hot massagers in rotation cuts down the frequency of having to spend time in my kitchen. I need to order more so I can be lazier! Of the two, I like the Heart Warmer more, it seems to get warmer and has a more appealing texture.
They actually remind me a little bit of those movies where you see people with hot water bottles or hot bricks in their bed to warm them. Except clicking a little disc thingy is way more fun than making your chambermaid heat bricks, or so I would assume.
Do you have any sneaky tricks or gadgets for keeping warm in the winter? I'd love to hear suggestions!
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College Hockey:Lindblad has three points as Dartmouth tops Colgate
Walsh notches goal, assist
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — For Dartmouth, it was a welcome change that came a bit too late.
After going 0-for-5 on the power play in a 3-0 loss to Cornell Friday, the Big Green produced three goals while on the man advantage to help them to a 5-3 win over Colgate in the consolation game of the ECAC tournament Saturday night at Boardwalk Hall.
While they'll surely take the win, Dartmouth's NCAA tournament plans were already hanging in the balance before they even took to the ice.
"What we wanted to do tonight was give the selection committee something to think about," Dartmouth coach Bob Gaudet said . "I'm not going to lie to the guys; I know it's extremely slim. We've been in this position three times in the last few years and playing five fewer games as an Ivy League school is a big thing for us. We'd be a great representative for our conference, but it's in other people's hands."
Up 3-1 in the second period after Rob Smith poked in Kyle Reed's initial shot from deep along the left boards at 2:41, Dartmouth took three penalties in just over two minutes to set Colgate up with a chance to jump back in.
Joe Stejskal sent the Raiders' Brian Day sprawling to the ice with a hit that earned him five minute major and a game misconduct at 8:21, while also giving Colgate 1:42 of five-on-three hockey.
After weathering several short-handed rushes by Dartmouth, including one while down two skaters, the Raiders finally converted in the waning seconds of Stejskal's major when Kurtis Bartliff took the puck toward the net from the end boards amidst traffic and found a wide open Francois Brisebois camped in the slot, who beat James Mello (20 saves) to make it 3-2 at 12:57.
However, the Big Green restored the two-goal lead at 15:49, converting on the tail end of their first power play of the period when Scott Fleming hit Adam Estoclet with a pass from behind the net that the senior ripped past Mihalik.
"It's going to be tough," Mello said of waiting for the selection announcement tomorrow morning. "Especially coming so close and the thought of it coming down to one game; it's going to be a tough bus ride home."
A largely stagnant opening period ended with Dartmouth cashing in on a pair of its three power-play chances to go up 2-1 after Colgate grabbed the lead at 7:41 when Robbie Bourdon took a Wade Poplawski pass and ripped a shot from the right faceoff circle that clanged off the post and behind James Mello.
Dartmouth (19-12-3) responded with a pair of goals while on the power play, tying it on Connor Goggin's blast from the point at 14:35 and going ahead in the closing seconds when Matt Lindblad swooped in on his own rebound and stuck it past Mihalik to put the Big Green up 2-1 heading into the first break, after a night after being shutout by Cornell despite generating a solid attack against the Big Red.
Dustin Walsh made it 5-2 at 8:51, taking an Eric Robinson pass and deking past Mihalik (29 saves) Bourdon added his second of the game at 16:01 for the Raiders, who finish the season with an overall record of 11-28-3, but made a run as the first No. 12 seed to reach the ECAC championship in the league's 50 year history.
"I'm going to remember this team just as much as a lot of others simply because of the way we stuck with it and found a way to win," Colgate head coach Don Vaughan said.
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Team To Race Radical Delta Car At Le Mans
Sports-car racing team Highcroft Racing, a longtime competitor in the American Le Mans Series, says it will compete in the 24 Hours of Le Mans race in France next year.
The car has a long triangle or delta shape, with a narrow, pointed nose and a wide, wing-like rear end. It is designed to be about half the weight of a traditional Le Mans racing car and use about half the horsepower.
The new racer is being developed by a group known as Project 56, for the 56th spot on the starting grid, which is reserved for a technologically innovative car to compete outside some of the usual rules. Project 56 brings together Highcroft, design firm DeltaWing Racing Cars LLC, and All American Racers, the company owned by 1967 Le Mans winner and former Formula 1 ace Dan Gurney.
The group has received an invitation from Le Mans 24 Hour race organizers, the Automobile Club de l'Ouest to contest the 2012 race as an additional 56th entry (the race traditionally starts with 55 cars).
The group says its car is a departure mainly because racing cars have traditionally sought better performance through increasing horsepower and aerodynamic downforce. The DeltaWing designers focused on cutting aerodynamic drag to the point where the car will be competitive while using a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine that puts out about 300 horsepower.
The 24 Hours of Le Mans is the world's most famous endurance race and has long been a showcase for automotive technology, much of which eventually finds its way into production road cars.
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Children are very susceptible to a compromised immune system due to high stress levels in the home. When a child witnesses destructive arguments between dysfunctional adults, the child develops a fight or flight response.
Being too young to process a solution, possible thinking somehow the arguments is caused by them (which many times they immaturely conclude) the child will turn the distress of the situation internally, thus producing inner turmoil resulting in a stress disorder and a compromised immune system.
There is evidence sustaining a child's immune system and high stress levels in the home. Typically the medical profession will see allergies, repeated colds and flu's, bronchitis and nervous disorders.
Not knowing how to process what is happening children intuitively begin acting out emotions through inappropriate behavior to draw attention to the fact that there is something happening internally.
Adults having heated disagreements when the children are within ear shot are best able to assist their child by allowing the child to see a solution and a calm outcome of the disagreement. This teaches the child to process negative disagreements into a proper solution, which in turn will assist in play ground disagreements with peers.
There is no reason to hide disagreements from the children, however, having a healthy process to sort through issues and able to teach it to the child through role playing or actual solutions bring great benefits.
Be aware that not all children are alike. Each have different personalities. Some are very sensitive, others are strong with leadership ability at a very young age. How each one handles situations and crisis will consequently be entirely different.
It is in the best interest of the child for the parent to take a keen interest in their child's personality and temperament in order to protect the child during their younger years.
Stated below from
Indo-Pacific Journal of Phenomenology, Volume 9, Edition 2
Not only has stress...been proclaimed a modern worldwide
problem and a fact of life for everyone no matter their age, but, more specifically,
it is pointed to as a health problem of everyday life that affects young people
from 15 to 19 years old. Of particular significance is the stress born of
rapid, bewildering social change and constantly rising
expectations projected by parents, the schools and
the media.
Worldwide, there is growing evidence that stress can have a significant
effect on an adolescent's long-term physical and
mental well-being. (Byrne & Mazanov, 2002; Chandra
& Batada, 2006). Accordingly, the US Department of
Health and Human Services Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention points out that;
Prolonged or unmanaged stress is associated with health problems
later in life, including alcoholism, depression, eating disorders,
heart disease, cancer and other chronic diseases.
Studies reveal that, for many researchers, professionals and educators, there are abundant indications that disturbing effects related to mental and physical
health as well as academic performance result from,
or are at least exacerbated by, a level of stress that
goes beyond young people's individual ability to
If one steps into the modern day classroom these disorders and dysfunctions are growing rapidly within schools today.
Think first before engaging into violent arguments and destructive disagreements around children and young adults.
Couples counseling and family and marriage therapy is one of the solutions to a peaceful, healthy home life, not only for children and teens, but adults as well.
Live and let others have the opportunity to do the same. Every life is special, age isn't a factor.


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FLAGSTAFF, Ariz.—The Arizona State track and field pole vaulters wrapped up competition at NAU's Last Chance Meet on Friday night at the Walkup Skydome.
On the women's side, seniors Heather Arseneau and Shaylah Simpson each cleared 4.00m (13-1.50), while redshirt junior Amber Pasternak cleared 3.70m (12-1.50). Pasternak's mark was just short of her personal best of 3.71m (12-2.00), set last week at the Don Kirby Invite.
For the men, freshman Dillon Groener cleared 4.77m (15-7.75), a new personal best and a second-place finish amongst the five competitors. Following Groener was redshirt senior Chris Manuele, who cleared 4.62m (15-1.75).
ASU track and field will round out the weekend on Sunday when redshirt senior Anna Jelmini competes at the USATF Indoor Championships in Albuquerque, N.M. The women's shot put is set for 1:20 p.m. MT.
Next week, ASU will make the trek to Seattle, Wash., to compete at the MPSF Indoor Track and Field Championships, Feb. 28-March 1.


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I am trying to connect to Windows Server 2008 network share on Ubuntu, but for some reason it is not working.
I have the following entries in my
//server/foo /mnt/foo cifs username=aron,password=foobar 0 0
//server/bar /mnt/bar cifs username=aron,password=foobar 0 0
I get the following error after calling
mount -a:
mount error(110): Connection timed out Refer to the mount.cifs(8) manual page (e.g. man mount.cifs)
The output of
dmesg | tail is:
[ 6697.441061] CIFS VFS: Error connecting to socket. Aborting operation
[ 6697.441078] CIFS VFS: cifs_mount failed w/return code = -110
I have no clue about why this command is timing out. Any help is appreciated.
EDIT: the OP explained this was only happening when trying to mount over a VPN connection, but it seems to happen with a physical connection as well.


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Howdy Cats and Kittens,
I'm back with another "blog." Man I can't stand that word. Oh well. Hope everyone is getting their holiday thing going. Mine's going pretty well.
I think that the gift of the year, at least for little girls, has got to be something called "Butterscotch". It's an interactive horse (pony/whatever) that, by my standards for what a toy should be is huge – 3 feet by 4 feet. And, oh yeah, it lists for $299.00. At that price, they've still sold out of them everywhere. We saw them on Amazon for $700.00. I think this is a real problem with Christmas/Hanukkah. These crazy parent people will spend three hundred dollars for something that's less than 12 months away from being junk in the garage, then, other even crazier parent people, in a fit of envy, will spend seven hundred dollars for this thing that will get played with for a while on Christmas morning until the box that it came in becomes more popular than "Butterscotch" herself. Just buy the box and call it a "fort". The Santa at the mall (currently the only sane adult on the planet) told my little one that Butterscotch wouldn't fit in his sleigh. I love Santa Claus.
Once again, I'm asking everyone to get added as a friend on the Nascar Craftsman Truck Series racing team that I sponsor. Go to www.myspace.com/jeffmilburnracing Adding myspace friends for Jeff will help him to get "real" sponsors. (See, I'm not "real", I'm "surreal".) Anyway, you get the picture. Hot rod culture guys (us), with not much money, running with the big boys (Nascar millionaires). Jeff is building another two cars so he'll have the chance to run in consecutive races. His skills in this Nascar thing are improving every day so I'm sure the new cars will be better and better.
Next week (hopefully), I'll have a new rant for all you hot gals and cool guys. It will either be about why I don't go out much anymore, or, why buying flowers in the grocery store can help guys meet chicks. Exciting stuff, huh?
Oh yeah, Rev. Organdrum plays the Cavern Club on Thursday Dec. 14. Rev. Horton Heat plays the Gypsy Tea Room on Saturday Dec. 23. The December 23 gig will feature some Christmas songs. Get out there and get that shopping done before it's too late and the guilt sets in.
Jim "Reverend Horton" Heath


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Volleyball Victorious at Great Lakes Center Collegiate Tournament
April 8, 2013
MILWAUKEE - The Marquette University women's volleyball team took first in the silver bracket for the second year in a row at the Great Lakes Center Collegiate Tournament on Saturday, April 6.
The Golden Eagles were successful in pool play, finishing 1-1 with a 3-0 win over Bradley and a 0-2 loss to Michigan State. Freshman Erin Lehman had 16 kills in pool play and hit .421 against Bradley.
The Golden Eagles defeated Notre Dame 2-0 in the championship of the silver bracket to end the day of competition. Lindsey Gosh had eight kills and hit .353 on the day, while freshman Meghan Niemann hit .500.
Marquette returns home to face Northwestern at 7 p.m. CT on Thursday, April 11 at the Al McGuire Center.


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The Nevada Wolf Pack let one slip away Sunday afternoon at Peccole Park.
The New Mexico Lobos scored three runs in the top of the eighth inning to beat the Wolf Pack 6-5 and win the deciding game of this important Mountain West three-game series. The Pack had taken a 5-3 lead with a pair of runs in the bottom of the seventh on a two-run single by Trenton Brooks.
The loss drops the Wolf Pack into a tie for third place in the Mountain West at 15-12 with San Diego State. New Mexico leads the conference at 18-9 with UNLV second at 17-10 with three games remaining. The Wolf Pack will close out its Mountain West schedule with three games next weekend at UNLV.
All three games of this series were decided by one run. New Mexico beat the Pack 5-4 on Friday and the Pack beat the Lobos 6-5 on Saturday.
New Mexico scored its three runs in the eighth off Pack relievers Brooks and Adam Whitt. Whitt, who allowed two hits and a run without recording an out, suffered the loss to fall to 5-5 on the year. Whitt has now allowed six hits, five walks and four runs over his last three innings.
Chase Harris greeted Whitt with a run-scoring double with two outs in the eighth to cut the Pack lead to 5-4. Alex Real then drove in two runs with a single off Whitt as the Lobos took the lead.
The Pack took a quick 1-0 lead in the first and Kewby Meyer walked and scored. New Mexico scored three runs in the third off Pack starter Jason Deitrich as John Pustay had a RBI single and Real drilled a RBI double.
Deitrich lasted 6.2 innings and allowed eight hits and three runs while walking four and striking out seven.
The Pack, though, tied the game at 3-3 with a run in the third and fifth innings. Bryce Barger drove in Brad Gerig in the third and Meyer walked and went to second and third on a pair of wild pitches and scored on a Lobo error.
The Wolf Pack regained the lead with a pair of runs in the seventh. Kyle Hunt doubled with one out and New Mexico then elected to intentionally walk Austin Byler. Gerig then also walked to load the bases. Brooks followed with a two-run single for a 5-3 Pack lead.
The Wolf Pack had just five hits. Pustay had three hits for New Mexico and Real drove in three runs on two hits.
The Wolf Pack, now 27-22 overall, will host Utah Valley in a non-conference game on Tuesday (6 p.m.) at Peccole Park before leaving for Las Vegas to take on the Rebels starting on Thursday.


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Awesome And Quick But Be CarefulI love how quick it dries my hair. I use this dryer and a round brush and people think i just got back from the salon. The only issue i had is that i wasnt paying careful attention and touch my hair with the dryer. Within 30 seconds i burnt off a piece of my hair. I know that seems like i should give it a lesser review but i feel if you use any super heated hair tool and are not paying careful attention you run this risk. I hated blow drying my hair because it took so long but with the Speed Freak my time is cut in half. It also stops me from having to use the flat iron in addition to the blow dryer to straighten particular sections of my hairFeb 26, 2014Kathleen
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The GreatnessI've been a hairstylist for over thirty years and I'm here to tell you the true in my opinion this is the best blow dryer. I've had the Rusk super freak for over 8 years and that using it five days a week for forty to fifty hours a week and it just now started to burn out. It's excellent for African American hair,this blow dryer and a round brush will make your hair silkier smooth.Feb 4, 2014Dee T. / HawaiiHAIR TYPEThick or Coarse Hair
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Five Stars, But....I do agree that with other reviewers who say there is the potential for a short life and possible shock problem. That said, I've replaced older models with newer ones, and so far, so good. I love the Speed Freak because I have fine, but thick hair. Also, while the front of my hair is straight, the back has a wave that I'm constantly fighting with. This is the first dryer that has let me come close to recreating the professional results I get from the salon, at home! That's only because of it's very high heat, and quick dry time, so it's essential to also use high quality hair styling aids to protect your hair.Nov 24, 2012Rhonda / South FLHAIR TYPEBlonde / Normal Hair
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Love!I've had my speed freak for about 3 years now, and my room mate and I both use it religiously! We both have long thick African American hair, and the drying time is about 15 mins.Leaves hair soft, and SO shiny! Glad i've never experienced any "explosions" like the other reviewers are saying. All in all, I love this hair dryer! It was recommended to me by a hair dresser, and I couldn't be happier!! :)Mar 7, 2012Princess / TexasHAIR TYPEBlack / Thick or Coarse Hair
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Died On Me Very Quickly.I just read other reviews and now I don't feel so bad. Same thing happened to mine. Sparks came out and it died after about 2 months. I had bought it from my hair stylist for $100. What a disappointment! Sometimes I feel like what's the use - you can't trust anything anymore.Nov 20, 2011Dottie W. / West Columbia, SCHAIR TYPEBlonde / Oily Hair / Color Treated Hair / Fine or Thin Hair
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Excellent Dryer, Until It Explodes...Let me start out by saying: I loved my hair dryer. It was awesome. I've had it for at least 3 years. But this is a HUGE SAFETY issue. I bought this dryer at Ulta without looking at any reviews. Needless to say, others have said the same thing: it pops or explodes and sparks. I will not be replacing it with another one, which is unfortunate. This is a safety issue that Rusk needs to address.Aug 11, 2011Stephanie / Chicago, ILHAIR TYPELight Brown / Curly Hair
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Best Hair Dryer AroundI have medium wavy frizzy hair and the Rusk Dryer is fantastic when it comes to giving me a nice sleek blow-out. It has a lot of air power mixed with just right hot temperature. I have had my dryer for at least 5 years and use it almost every other day and it is still like the first day I bought it. I have dropped it accidentally numerous times and it just keeps on going. I love the rubberized casing its great for getting a good drip on the dryer. I have tried CHI and T3 and they are lacking in air power they just get really hot and end up burning your hair. Super Salono has great air power but does not get hot enough; therfore, still leaving hair a little frizzy. The Rusk is a little on the heavy side but after a while you get used to it. If you want a durable and powerful hair dryer with just the right amount of heat the Rusk Super Freak will do the job.Aug 10, 2011Sara / Boston, MAHAIR TYPEMedium Brown / Normal Hair / Dry Hair / Color Treated Hair
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Cut My Drying Time In HalfI've had my dryer (the pink edition) since summer of '09 and it still works just as great as the first day I used it! I personally have had no problems with sparks and such; nor has anyone I've known. It is really powerful though! I wouldn't suggest using the highest heat and speed setting for too long of a time. I alternate in intervals; otherwise the dryer gets very hot! It dries my super curly and uber thick hair in half the time it did before. I love this dryer and now so do all of my girlfriends. Everyone in my circle of friends have been converted to "Speed Freaks" for life. I am so glad I have this dryer!Aug 10, 2011Karen / SCHAIR TYPEBlonde / Dry Hair / Curly Hair / Color Treated Hair / Thick or Coarse Hair
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Expect Only A Couple Of Months Use Before It Burns Out!!!!The same thing happened to me as the other posts here. I am the only one to use the dryer .I was very careful with it. Only wash my hair twice a week. I was drying my hair after only owning it for 4 months and HUGE sparks came flying out of the bottom where the cord connects to the dryer!!! Now it is burned out. TRASH. Very expensive for 4 months. Could possibly cause a fire or burn you. BE CAREFUL!! This company should be ashamed.May 3, 2011Katie N.
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Prepare For A ShockI really loved this dryer when I bought it. It is powerful! Right at the one year mark, I plugged it in, turned it on and I heard a pop, saw a flash and it shut off. I unplugged it and left it alone until the next day. I plugged it into a different socket hoping that was the problem but nope....same thing happened a second time. Soooo disappointed. Warranty is over after a year and Rusk does not repair their products. Therefore, I now own a $90 doorstopper. Very disappointed with the quality of this product.Jan 3, 2011Melinda
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According to a recent Census Bureau report the number of Americans living in poverty remained the same last year as it was in 2010. Even though the poverty rate had climbed for three straight years prior, the numbers that were released earlier this week are a direct reflection of the 50 million Americans who are barely capable of providing for themselves and struggling with hunger.
The economic outlook for the country seems bleek as the 15.1 percent of people living in poverty remained unchanged from the year before. The official poverty line was listed as $23,021 for a family of four and $11,484 for an individual. While the median household income, or the gap between rich people and poor people was $50,054. This was the second straight year that the midpoint between the two had a decline of 1.5%
Even though the economy is showing signs of recovery, there is still a very large number of Americans who are living in poverty.
According to the report, every group saw their income decline with the exception of those America's who earn the country's top 5 percent of income. In other words, the rich are getting richer while the poor are…well, getting poorer!
The high poverty rate can truly be attributed to the high level of unemployment in the country, as well as the large number of low paying jobs amongst other factors.
Colorlines outlines how minorities and people of color are affected by this latest poverty rate from the Census Bureau.
Close to 1 out of three blacks, and one out of four Latinos, is poor.
Poverty falls hardest children. One out of five in poverty is below the age of 18, double the rate for those over 65.
The poverty rate for women is 20 percent higher than that of men.
When numbers like this are revealed I become less concerned with political ads, mud slinging, and the blame game that the candidates are offering up this close to an election, and more concerned with finding resolutions. We need results and we need them now. How are we going to get out of this mess and get back on track? There are way too many children going to bed hungry every night and not enough men and women going to work every day. We need to get folks back to work so we can start to chip away at this poverty crisis.
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If you have a child and are saving for their college fund, chances are you've heard of the company Upromise. Upromise is a company that offers consumers a membership service that allows them to save money for college. When consumers make a purchase or buy a service from a Upromise partner merchant they then receive rebates that are placed into ... Read More »
Wal-Mart de Mexico Plans 100,000 Credit Cards by Year-End — With Interest Rates of 59% to 75%
Next time I hear someone complain about high interest rates on credit cards in the U.S., I'll be sure to pass this story along to them. Wal-Mart de Mexico, which is known as Walmex, plans to ramp up its credit-card business in Mexico by the end of the year, according to Bloomberg sources. All told, the bank plans to issue more than 100,000 cards. The cards will have annual percentage rates that Read More »
Easy Come, Easy Go: Prosper.com Hits Regulatory Hurdle
OK. Remember earlier this week when I posted a story about alternative lending? You remember. It was the upbeat story about peer-to-peer (p2p) lending -- and how this credit crisis is good for business (link here). That story was written by Economix, a blog at the New York Times. The blog pointed out that more traditional-looking borrowers were turning to p2p for funding needs during the credit Read More »


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Mar 15, 2010 8:05 AM
If you've done much organic shoe shopping, you'll know these are a steal! The Magnolia Tweed Bootie ($30) are one of Keds' most environmentally friendly shoes. They're made of organic cotton tweed, recycled rubber, non-toxic dyes, and shoe laces that are made of 100% recycled water bottles (how incredible is that?!). Besides the impressive list of sustainable design, these booties would be a fantastic complement to a pair of skinny jeans or leggings. We're especially digging the socks-with-boots look these days.
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A man found a 2.89 carat diamond in an Arkansas park last week. According to a FOX News report on March 12, Brandon Kalenda of Maurepas, Louisiana had been searching Arkansas' Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro and after just 20 minutes he got lucky -- he unearthed a white diamond.
"Sure enough, Brandon found his diamond after searching for about 20 minutes in the Fugitt's Bank area of the park's search area. We encourage park visitors to look for pockets or layers on the surface of gravel, and search there," said Park Interpreter Margi Jenks.
The man took his 2.89 carat diamond from Arkansas park home and has decided to give it a name: Jax Diamond, after her son, Jax. Kalenda and his family decided to take a trip to the park after they saw an episode of "19 Kids and Counting" where the Duggar's went to the park. Evidently their hunch really paid off -- and they aren't the only ones. Several people find diamonds at this park every year.
According to Jenks, the conditions for finding diamonds is perfect right now. Generally, after a few days of good rain, the ground settles and the diamonds sparkle, making them easier to see.
The man's 2.89 carat diamond found at the Arkansas park is triangular and about the size of "an English pea" according to Jenks. It's unknown what Kalenda plans to do with "Jax Diamond."
© Effie Orfanides 2014
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The Greater Atlanta Defensive Pistol Association held its first monthly IDPA match of 2014 today at South River Gun Club. There were 97 shooters. Although the weather was cold in the morning, it warmed up to a beautiful day in the afternoon.
The Division winners were:
- CDP: Patrick Hardison – 163.70
- ESP: Ken Park – 134.60
- SSP: Sal Nappo – 149.29
- ESR: Ray Berry – 292.43
- SSR: Rhett Crutchfield – 183.32
- High Lady: Suzanne Worthen – 268.87
The match was comprised of seven stages with a minimum round count of 99. The stages consisted of:
1. Engaging six targets from a vehicle and then moving to cover to engage three more targets,
2. A house clearing stage,
3. A parking lot stage with moving targets,
4. Shooting while retreating and then shooting partially obscured targets,
5. Shooting at distance at partially obscured targets, including a non-threat,
6. Getting the gun out of a box and then shooting while prone, and
7. A standard stage consisting of six rounds each on three targets.
The Greater Atlanta Defensive Pistol Association holds outdoor matches the 4th Sunday of each month, with the next being February 23rd. The public is invited to watch or participate. Online registration is available and is highly encouraged. Please observe the speed limits posted on the club's property. There are also several matches held each week at indoor ranges around the Metro Atlanta area; see the GADPA indoor range webpage for details.


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Tired of the same old dressing for salads or steamed/grilled veggies? Getting creative with seasonings can make a big difference when it comes to taste and enjoyment. Try these delicious alternatives to standard oil-and-vinegar or mayo dressings.
For tuna or chicken salad:
(2 tablespoons per serving)
4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
2 teaspoons chopped tarragon or basil
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Salt to taste (optional)
In a small bowl, whisk together the oil and lime juice. Add the remaining ingredients and stir to combine. Use for tuna or chicken salad.
For steamed or grilled veggies:
(2 tablespoons per serving)
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Sea salt
1 teaspoon lemon zest
In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, lemon juice, mustard, and pepper. Drizzle the dressing over the cooked vegetables and sprinkle with a sprinkling of sea salt and the lemon zest.
For shrimp salad:
(2 tablespoons per serving)
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon finely chopped red onion
In a small bowl, whisk together all the ingredients and use for shrimp salad.


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Sciatica is pain coming from the sciatic nerve which is a large nerve that starts from the lower back and continues down the back of both legs. Any kind of pressure or injury to the sciatic nerve will cause pain to the lower back, hips, buttocks, and/or legs. The good thing is that the pain is usually resolved without having to have surgery.
Symptoms of sciatica
As previously stated the major symptom of sciatica is pain from the lower back extending into the buttocks down to the back of the legs. However, pain from sciatic nerve usually affects one leg not both of them. It often worsens when you sneeze, cough, or sit. The symptoms of sciatica may also cause a tingly feeling, weakness, or a numbness. The pain comes on suddenly and may last for a few days
is it sciatica or a different kind of back pain.
Pain is very common but the reasons for back pain differ. Not all the pain that Americans and Canadians experience will be caused by the sciatic nerve. Most back pain is caused by the muscles in the back what makes pain from the sciatic nerve different is the way it radiates down the leg and can extend to the foot. Sciatic nerve pain may even feel like a cramp rather than a pain.
Who is at risk for sciatica?
Pain from the sciatic nerve usually occurs in people between 30 and 50. Pregnant will may develop sciatica due to the pressure on the sciatic nerve from the uterus. Also, people with arthritis in the spine or a herniated disk may also develop sciatica.


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Packard Bell Liberty Android 3.0 Honeycomb tablet coming soon
Packard Bell is the latest company to join the Android tablet bandwagon, with a high-end device called Packard Bell Liberty.
Of course, Packard Bell belongs to Acer now (since 2008), hence it's no surprise that the Liberty resembles the Acer Iconia 500. In fact, I think it's simply the the Iconia 500 re-branded.
Just like Acer's tablet, the Packard Bell Liberty runs Android 3.0 Honeycomb and features a 10.1 inch display with 1280 x 800 pixels, dual-core Nvidia Tegra 2 processor, 3G, Wi-Fi, 5MP rear camera, and a 2MP front-facing camera for video calling.
According to Notebook Italia, the Packard Bell Liberty will be available in Europe starting June. There's no word on the tablet's price yet.
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Weyerhaeuser Room 119
651-696-6630 fax
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- Student Affairs and Services
- Office of Student Affairs
Office of Student Affairs
This office houses the Vice President for Student Affairs, the Dean of Students and the Associate Dean of Students. Members of this office are responsible for the overall coordination and supervision of student life outside of the classroom. Some of the specific responsibilities include overseeing campus discipline and judicial processes, coordinating services for students with disabilities, assisting students and parents in understanding College processes and regulations, managing student and campus crisis, and supporting and advising students in their academic and personal interests. For more information see the Office of Student Affairs website


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Episode 2 TUF Nations: Canada vs Australia
We finallly caught up with the new season of The Ultimate Fighter: Nations featuring Canada vs. Australia. After watching Bellator's Fight Master, it was a familiar (and somewhat comforting) feeling to watch the slightly tweaked TUF format shot entirely in Quebec. Check out tonight's second episode on Fox 1.
If you missed the first episode here it is in it's entirety until the UFC takes it down. The teaser for the second episode is further down.
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As Governor Gary Herbert welcomed Utah's Olympians home Tuesday night, it rekindled memories of a remarkable season and the role Utah played in Sochi success. It was an Olympics to make Park City proud. In this final Behind the Gold column for the Olympic season, let's take a look back at 10 memorable Park City Olympic moments.
10. Thousands turned out in a wet spring blizzard to walk down Park City's Historic Main Street, hand-in-hand with hometown Olympic heroes for sure a few future 2022 or 2026 Olympic medalists were in the crowd!
9. Utah Olympic Park, Soldier Hollow, Deer Valley Resort and Park City Mountain Resort played roles in the selection and announcement of the 2014 Olympic Team.
8. All of Park City felt the pain in August as hometown hero Sarah Hendrickson suffered a catastrophic knee injury training in Germany. Hendrickson defied the odds with a relentless rehabilitation plan to make the historic team along with teammates Jessica Jerome and Lindsey Van. While Team USA missed the medals, the debut of women's ski jumping was highly successful.
7. Record crowds turn out in Park City for the Olympic Trials for ski sumping and Nordic combined during the Christmas/New Year's holiday week in Park City, with Jessica Jerome earning the historic first Olympic spot for women and Nordic combined star Todd Lodwick earning a spot on his sixth Olympic team.
5. Park City's internationally acclaimed National Ability Center played a role in training 18 members of the Paralympic Team, led by medalists Danelle Umstead (bronze, alpine super combined), Keith Gabel (bronze snowboardcross) and Greg Shaw (gold sled hockey).
3. A dozen years after watching the men's halfpipe snowboarding sweep in his hometown of Park City, Sage Kotsenburg threw down a stylish run that caught the fancy of judges, winning the first gold medal of the Games in the slopestyle snowboarding debut.
2. A sweep in the Park City World Cup in December set bobsledder Steve Holcomb into a record breaking season, becoming the most decorated Olympic bobsledder in U.S. history with two bronze in Sochi, giving him three career medals.
1. Park City native Ted Ligety went in as the favorite and came out the Olympic giant slalom champion, going on to win the Audi FIS Alpine World Cup GS title in storybook fashion on the final day of the season.
It was a memorable Olympic season, bringing pride to all of us here in Park City. I've enjoyed the opportunity to share the behind the scenes stories of athletic success with Behind the Gold in The Park Record. We'll take a summer break and be back with more beginning this fall, including a Behind the Gold look into each of the key Team USA medal stories from Sochi.
See you this fall!
One of the most experienced communications professionals in skiing, Tom Kelly is a veteran of eight Olympics and serves as vice president, Communications, for the Park City-based U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association. A Wisconsin native, he and his wife Carole Duh have lived in Park City since 1988 when he's not traveling the world with the team.


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Lasers and Laserfest
Lasers have become commonplace in homes and in industry over the past 50 years since their invention in 1960. Explore these pages for more information about how they work and what they're used for.
Laserfest & Beam Me Up Scottie!
Laserfest is the year-long celebration of the 50th anniversary of the invention of the laser.
Agnes Scott received an On the Road grant to support an outreach event based on educating the public on lasers and their many uses. The event, called Beam Me Up Scottie was an Open House at Agnes Scott College in October 2010 with hands on demonstrations of light and lasers, including a laser telephone, hands-on optics maze, laser radar for measuring the atmosphere, and sky viewing with the telescope. If you missed the event, you can explore these web pages for more information on lasers and videos of some of the demonstrations.
Descriptions of each of these demonstrations can be found under the links to Lidar, Lasers and Atoms, Light, Laser Communications, and Laser Espionage. For each experiment, we have included information on how it works.
Would you like to experience Laserfest at your school?
If you are a school local to Agnes Scott College, there are also opportunities for students to come here to learn more about lasers and for the demonstrations to come to your schools. Please contact Amy Sullivan (asullivan 'at' agnesscott 'dot' edu) for more information.
If you would like to go straight to our videos of our Laserfest demonstrations, pick a video below:
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Nicolai Janitzky, baritone
James Meredith, piano
March 26, 2011, 2 p.m.
Serenata (text by G. A. Cesareo)
Ideale (text by Carmelo Enrico)
L'ultima canzone (text by Francesco Cimmino)
Music by Francesco Paolo Tosti (April 9, 1846 – December 2, 1916)
Die Todesahnung … O du mein holder Abendstern, Tannhäuser
Music and text by Richard Wagner (May 22, 1813 – February 13, 1883)
At the noisy ball (text by Aleksei K. Tolstoy)
None but the lonely heart (text by L.A Mey after Wolfgang von Goethe)
Don Juan's Serenade (text by Aleksei K. Tolstoy)
Music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (May 7, 1840 – November 6, 1893)
Cavatina from Aleko, Aleko
Sergei Vasilievich Rachmaninoff (April 1, 1873 – March 28, 1943)
Don Quixote to Dulcinea (text by Paul Morand)
Chanson romanesque
Chanson épique
Chanson à boire
Music by Joseph-Maurice Ravel (March 7, 1875 – December 28, 1937)
Nicolai Janitzky is a native of Northern California. His recent engagements include Shchelkalov in Boris Godunov with San Francisco Opera, Baron Douphol in La Traviata with San Diego Opera, Marcello in La Boheme with Sacramento Opera, Belcore in L'Elisir d'Amore with Bear Valley Music Festival, Guglielmo in Cosi fan Tutte with Opera Idaho, and Silvio in I Pagliacci with Livermore Valley Opera. Other roles he has sung include the title roles in Eugene Onegin and Pélleas et Mélisande, Valentin in Faust, Count Almaviva in The Marriage of Figaro, and Papageno in The Magic Flute. He has also worked at Washington National Opera, New York City Opera, and Glimmerglass Opera. He is an active recitalist, and has performed in such venues as Carnegie (Weill) Hall in New York City, the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., and the Cleveland Institute of Music Art Song Festival. He is the winner of several competitions including the George London Foundation, Sullivan Foundation, and Opera Index Foundation. He has also been a finalist in the Operalia (Placido Domingo) Vocal Competition. He studied at the Yale University Opera Program and the Music Academy of the West.
One of the San Francisco Bay Area's most well-rounded musicians, James Meredith conducts the country's acclaimed Sonos Handbell Ensemble. A native of North Carolina, Mr. Meredith received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Master of Fine Arts degree from Tulane University. He is a musical partner with mezzo-soprano Frederica von Stade and dramatic soprano Olivia Stapp. As a solo pianist, vocal and instrumental accompanist and conductor in America, Europe and Asia, his work has brought him into contact with such artists as Elly Ameling, Elizabeth Schwarzkopf, Eleanor Steber, Evelyn Lear and Gerald Moore for whom he has played masterclasses. For four years Mr. Meredith was assistant to pianist Dalton Baldwin in summer art song master classes at the French Conservatory in Nice. Concerts with Ms. Von Stade included an appearance on Garrison Keillor's "A Prairie Home Companion," reaching a National Public Radio audience of over two million listeners, and two concerts with Sonos in a premiere of Libby Larsen's "Hell's Belles." He has been conductor of the Oakland Symphony Chorus, was on the faculty of Merritt College, taught master classes at Holy Names College and San Jose State University and was Festival Opera chorus master for two seasons. Mr. Meredith has been teaching, accompanying and coaching students for the Young Musicians Program at UC Berkeley for 14 years. His voice students are winners of many competitions and have gone for advanced degrees at top-ranked universities and conservatories, many on scholarships. He is on the board of directors for the San Francisco Girls Chorus, the Pacific Musical Society and the Young Peoples Symphony Orchestra.
• 5/7/11 Concert in the Park, Dimond Recreation Center and Park, Oakland 3 p.m.
• 5/21/11 Concert in the Park, Live Oak Park, Berkeley 3 p.m.
• 6/4/11 Annual Celebration and Concert, Berkeley Piano Club, Berkeley 11 a.m.
• 7/9-10/11 & 7/16-17/11 Mozart's Cosi fan tutte, fully staged with orchestra
John Hinkel Park, Berkeley 3 p.m.
• 7/31/11 Concert in the Park, Orinda (Sponsored by the Orinda Rotary) 4 p.m.
for more information please visit OpenOpera.net
Open Opera is a project of Vocal Arts Institute, a CA 501 (c) 3 organization
Open Opera brings free professional opera to Bay Area parks and builds community through the arts.


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- Van Alan, Van Alan Production, Hendersonville, TN
"Their attention to detail and the understanding of what we need in our sanctuary was perfect. They weren't just trying to sell me equipment. They were trying to sell me a solution."
- Gordon Butler, First Baptist Church of Hendersonville, Hendersonville, NC
"Other companies don't have the same kind of attention to detail and the level of people and training that CTS does."
- Declan Weir, Declan Weir Productions, Franklin, TN
"The attitude of the guys has just been great over the years. On site...they go above what is expected."
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Oct. 17, 2009
Recap | Final Stats | Notes
Fresno State Quotes vs. San Jose State
Fresno State head coach Pat Hill
"I think we did really good with the passing game ... I think he was very efficient with throwing the ball. We got some big plays down the field and that was good.
"We were able to use Ebahn (Feathers) a little bit. He made a heck of a throw on that naked bootleg."
"I think we did a really good job with our corners locked up on their wideouts. We made some good plays at the corner position. The coverage was really tight. Isaiah Green had a really nice knockout."
Desia Dunn on covering San Jose State's top receiver Kevin Jurovich
"I was able to watch his favorite moves and see what he liked to do (in film session) ... I tried to play aggressive with him as much as I could, depending on the coverage. I thought he was a pretty good wide receiver, I just did my job and it went well."
"I have to thank my linemen for everything. Shoot, those dudes are wonderful. I tell everyone I have the best linemen in the nation and I wouldn't trade them for anyone. They really worked hard for me tonight and that made me really happy."
"This year we're balance and we worked hard in the offseason to be able to do that. In the past, teams would come up and they'd stack the box and we didn't have the ability to push the ball down the field. So this offseason we did a lot of work practicing that to compliment our running game. And it's been paying off so far."
San Jose State coach Dick Tomey
"You have to give a lot of credit to Fresno State. We couldn't handle Ryan Mathews. He is just so strong and so fast. We missed a lot of open field tackles tonight and that's what good backs do, they make you miss."
"They were a much better team than us tonight. Mathews has given a lot of teams a lot of problems. He really is something special. He without a doubt runs among the top backs in the country."
"Coach Hill has a good football team here. They are very tough and physical and they are going to win a lot of games. We didn't move the ball well enough when we needed to, to stay close enough in this game. I believe we competed better in the second half but again there was no question that Fresno was better."
QB Jordan La Secla
"I believe the 1st quarter was our best quarter this season. We had a few missed opportunities where we needed to capitalize and we didn't. There corners like to press and they are very good at it there is no question about that."
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Position: Offensive Lineman
Number: 66
College: Stanford
Height: 6-6
Weight: 315
My analysis: He plays with power and physicality. He is not afraid of contact and gets the better of it. He can pull and get out in front of the running back to lead the way. He is not an elite athlete. He is a road grater that can open a hole. He needs to improve as a pass blocker. His pad level can get too high, which will leave him vulnerable to good defensive tackles.
NFL.com's Nolan Nawrocki's Bottom Line: Big, physical, smart, serviceable offensive guard who will not score many style points, but generally gets the job done. Has starter-caliber ability and fits best in a power scheme that takes advantage of his size and pulling ability.
The skinny: Yankey has a good shot at supplanting Charlie Johnson as the starting left guard fairly quickly, but needs to improve some aspects of his game first. NFL.com projected him as a second to third round selection. That was a bit too early, but taking him in the fifth round is a good get for the Vikings. He also can serve as the top backup at both guard and tackle positions. He needs to clean up his game to become a consistent starter, but can do it.


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Because we originally developed this guide when Microsoft was releasing Windows 7 betas and release candidates, we aim at removing those versions in favor of the now nearly available final version. It should be mentioned however that you could potentially follow the same guidelines as explained below to remove your older XP or Vista installations (while in a dual boot configuration) in favor of Windows 7 Final.
If you recall, in the dual boot guide we looked at two separate (yet, fundamentally identical) approaches to creating a new partition with Windows XP or Vista and we intend to do the same here.
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Tourism Leisure Corporation Pty Ltd (TLC) is a Queensland company specialising in development and operation of tourism infrastructure, provision of hotel and resort management services and consulting on tourism industry matters.
TLC has developed a solid reputation and track record in advising clients in the hospitality industry, as well as in its own development and management of tourist accommodation, tour operations and associated facilities.
In recent years Tourism Leisure Corporation Pty Ltd ("TLC") has had significant success in advising owners of poorly performing hotel and resort properties by a combination of:
- Reviewing existing management capabilities and making or suggesting changes where required;
- Hands on management style of TLC personnel;
- Strong financial management and regular reporting;
- Rigid adherence to key financial indicators that drive the business - such as cost of sales in food/beverage outlets, payroll percentages across all facets of a hotel operation;
- Preparation of a strategic Sales & Marketing Plan based upon the directors intricate knowledge of the business, the market and extensive industry contact base.
In summary, Tourism Leisure Corporation Pty Ltd has excellent credentials to give strategic and management advice to owners and operators of tourism related businesses - including hotels, resorts, restaurants and tour operations.
Tourism Leisure Corporation also has significant experience in its own right in developing and operating tourism accommodation and ancillary facilities.


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Poor pitching from the Indians paved the way for a 14-8 loss to the Orioles on Tuesday night at Progressive Field.
The Orioles, who hit four home runs on the night, improved to 7-1 under new manager Buck Showalter.
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Dwayne Johnson among the highest paid actors
Jul 5, 2012 - by Steve Gerweck
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson was listed at #4 on the Forbes annual list of the highest paid actors in the world over the past year. Johnson was reported as earning $36 million this past year, behind only Tom Cruise ($75 million), Leonardo DiCaprio ($37 million) and Adam Sandler ($37 million).
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A gorgeous evening sky and a delightful 60 degrees. Green grass and palm trees. A perfect setting for a hockey game.
Southern California kicked off the 2014 Coors Light NHL Stadium Series when a crowd of 54,099 saw the Anaheim Ducks blank the Los Angeles Kings, 3-0, on January 25, 2014 at Dodger Stadium.
The NHL-MeiGray Group Game-Worn Jersey Authentication Program is proud to offer fans and collectors across the globe the opportunity to own a piece of history ... the actual CCM RBZ Stage 2 stick used by #24 Colin Fraser of the Los Angeles Kings during this historic event.
Fraser used this stick during the Kings' 3-0 loss to the Anaheim Ducks in the 2014 Coors Light NHL Stadium Series on January 25, 2014 at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. "FRASER" has been printed on the shaft. The handle has been taped with gray grip tape. There is a strip of white tape around the top and bottom of the handle. The number "24" has been written on the top of the handle in black sharpie marker. The blade has been taped with black tape.
This stick is registered into the NHL-MeiGray Game-Worn Jersey Authentication Program as number 149484.
Here's the Kings' equipment up for bid from the 2014 Coors Light NHL Stadium Series at Dodger Stadium:
*12 sticks used by 12 Kings during the game.
*2 pairs of gloves worn by Dustin brown and Mike Richards during the game.
*1 pair of skates worn by Mike Richards during the game.
*18 helmets worn by the Kings during the game.
*1 helmet worn by Tyler Toffoli during the 2014 Coors Light NHL Stadium Series practice on January 24, 2014.
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Did you know that 'TriBeCa' is actually an acronym for "Triangle Below Canal?" used to describe one of the oldest yet most modern residential/financial sectors of downtown New York?
The Tribeca Grand Hotel pays homage to this sector's history with its Lounge and Church Bar, both shining examples of how this city thrives on evolution. The design is stunning: a mix of classic and historic architecture, subtle-sleek combining clean classic lines with bold bursts of color and high mid-century style. So if you're in search for a slightly decadent yet relaxing environment and quality New American cuisine, look no further than this luxurious hotel.
If you appreciate ambiance you'll admire how this place transforms from day to night. By day, it's the perfect place to meet, relax and catch up on work, and by night, it's a happening and elegant lounge with just a hint of seduction. The decor is reminiscent of "Old New York" and you can't help feeling allured by the mystery while being enthralled by the vivid, organic colors, making for an exciting day or night out.
So whether you're looking for a slightly decadent spot to catch up with friends or for a happening downtown nightlife locale, the Tribeca Grand Hotel caters to virtually every whim.
The Church Bar has wonderful signature cocktails and a nice wine list. The cuisine here is New American, expertly prepared by seasoned chefs; the menu is light, refreshing and makes use of seasonal and organic ingredients. There are also delicious desserts to share plus perfectly bold espresso, great coffee and tea. So if you're tired of all the noise and want to relax in style, look no further than this jewel of a hotel that hearkens both elegance and sultry romance.


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Why: This multitasking bottle lets you drink from a straw or screw-top spout. It's also dishwasher safe and freezer safe.
For Enhanced Water…
Why we love it: This stain- and mold-resistant bottle doesn't trap flavors or odors. It's dishwasher safe; freezer safe and recyclable.
For Fuss-Free Cleaning…
Alex, 32 oz. ($30; alexbottle.com)
Why: It screws apart in the middle, making thorough scrubbing super-easy.
How To Keep Your Water Bottle Healthy
Regardless of which bottle you choose, it's important to follow a few steps to make sure it stays clean, and to prevent ingestion of harmful germs. Clean your bottle daily to keep it free from any saliva buildup or tiny food particles that can cause bacteria growth. Be sure to use warm water and soap.
Focus on the mouth and cap. These places, along with any textured surface (like ridges to screw on a lid), harbor the most bacteria. Spend a few extra seconds scrubbing them.
Use bleach. Mix a solution of 1-teaspoon bleach and a half-gallon of water to disinfect weekly. If your bottle has a sport cap, flip it open and submerge in the solution for 1 minute. Rinse under running water, then squirt a full bottle of clean water out through the cap.
Air it out. If you aren't immediately refilling your bottle, invert it on an angle to dry so air can circulate through.


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|Accessing the China Aviation Market - Webinar -- Aircraft/Aircraft Parts, Airport/Ground Support Eq., Aviation Services
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The International Trade Administration Aerospace & Defense Team and Reed Exhibitions will host the webinar "Accessing the China Aviation Market" on Thursday, December 9, 2010 at 8:00 p.m. Eastern/ 5:00 p.m. Pacific. Join us for this exciting webinar to learn about the China commercial aviation market, becoming a supplier to the China aviation industry, the U.S.-China Aviation Cooperation Program, and Asian Aerospace!
China is projected to emerge as the world's second largest aviation market, behind the United States, over the next twenty years. Don't miss your chance to learn the best practices for accessing this tremendous export market!
|Stephanie Heckel, Greensboro
Phone: 336-333-5345


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Come see us today for the lowest prices in Bucks County, guaranteed!
We are not a chain store. We are not a mart. We are not an out-of-town "pop up" store.
You need to come by our warehouse superstore to see our entire product line. We offer over 2000 different costumes, 300 masks, 100 wigs, 500 props and decorations, as well as countless accessories, hats and make-up supplies.
Hundreds of Adult Sexy Costumes to choose from! We don't do swingsets, party goods, pool tables or anything else. 365 days a year...all we do is HALLOWEEN and CHRISTMAS! This is our life. If you want to see the most unique selection of adult Halloween costumes and products, that are available from all corners of the globe, you need to check out our Levittown, Pa. Superstore, in Bucks County, today. This is the stuff you simply cannot get at a "seasonal" halloween store, party supply store or mass merchant. What will you find at ScarePros? Over 300 mask styles, 500 styles of costumes for children, 700 adult costume styles, Hats, Make-up, Wigs, Hundreds of Props and Decorations, Lighting and Special Effects and just about anything else you can think of! Our regular prices are always lower than the "seasonal" Halloween store's after coupon prices...guaranteed. You've seen the rest of the Halloween stores in the Philadelphia area, now see the best! ScarePros Halloween has the largest selection of Leg Avenue costumes in the area. Not your typical Halloween Store. YOU CAN TRUST US! We have been serving Halloween enthusiasts since 1994, specializing in quality adult Halloween costumes, and costumes and accessories for the whole family. If you live in the Philadelphia area, and are searching for a specific costume that you do not see on our site, don't worry...we probably have it. In fact, we have over 1500 different costumes in stock, and ready for immediate shipment! A ScarePros Customer Service Representative would be happy to check the availability of any costume.
Looking for children's costumes? No problem! We have a gigantic selection of kid's costumes to choose from, but you'll need to swing by our Bucks County superstore to see them. If you are wondering why we don't display kid's costumes online, quite simply...they just change their minds way too often! We would rather a kid come in and see our massive selection in person, try the costumes on, and spend as much time as they need to make the "big decision."
We have nearly double the selection of anyone in the area, with over 400 infant and child costume styles to choose from! We are the only year-round Halloween and Christmas store in the Levittown, Fairless Hills area! ScarePros has the Largest selection of sexy Leg Avenue Halloween costumes and lawn decorations anywhere in the Bensalem, Bristol, Croydon, Yardley, Morrisville or Langhorne areas...we are well worth the trip! Only 15 minutes from Newtown. Halloween costumes - we have an enormous selection of costumes, disney costumes, adult halloween costumes, adult costumes, pirate costumes, sexy halloween costumes and decorations for all of your parties and events. Visit ScarePros for all of the latest halloween masks, halloween wigs and halloween accessories for all budgets.
Be daring this Halloween! ScarePros has hundreds of sexy Leg Avenue costumes, playboy costumes, humorous costumes and tasteless adult costumes. We have the Greenman from It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia costumes in stock! We also have a wide variety of superhero costumes like superman, ironman, spider-man, ninja turtles and of course batman costumes, and all of your favorite horror movie costumes for halloween. Michael Myers, Freddy Krueger, Jason Vorhees, Scream Ghost Face and many others to choose from.
You have never seen so many masks and decorations for halloween. Sure, we have thousands of halloween costumes, but did you know ScarePros has over 200 different styles of halloween masks to choose from? We also have the largest selection of halloween decorations anywhere in the area.
ScarePros offers plus size costumes in all tastes from sexy costumes to scary costumes and even silly costumes for halloween.
Our Country Christmas Store is only minutes from Yardley, Morrisville or Newtown. We specifically buy merchandise that is not available through chain stores and mass merchants.
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