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With over a full week of the new year already gone, resolutions are still on everyone's mind. Here in Denver, the weather has been cold but increasingly nicer, making it easy to look forward to a new year and even start hoping for spring. It's easier to stick to resolutions when it's so bright and sunny, but winter isn't over and soon, struggling with those resolutions will be harder to keep.
Many stay at home mom's have made resolutions regarding their parenting, family time, mom time and health but when you make too many it's hard to keep any of them, even with the good weather. Here are ten tips to help you keep all your resolutions, even when jack frost starts nipping yet again!
1. Concentrate on one goal or resolution at a time. Most require a change in routine or breaking a habit. Once you think you have that change down try incorporating another, without losing the first.
2. Two words: BABY STEPS. It is easier to tackle any project in small chunks, so break it up a little and concentrate on one thing at a time. For example: If you have made a resolution to increase the amount of family time that you spend with one another, don't rush to change your entire routine at once. Start by making a point of spending an extra ten minutes a day really focusing on your kids or husband, or make a point of having family night once a month and moving to weekly.
3. Tell everyone you know about the goal. When you tell other people, it becomes more concrete. If you don't tell anyone about your resolution to wake up ten minutes early to do sit-ups, then when you don't do it, no one knows or asks you. Other people can help support you only if you talk to them about your resolution. This means your husband, in particular.
4. Enlist a 'buddy'. A bit cliche perhaps but valid nonetheless. When you have someone to help with your goal, you become accountable to the other person. If you resolve to eat healthier, having someone to swap recipes with is invaluable. That person can motivate you or bring you down though so make sure you buddy with someone who is committed.
5. REWARD yourself for a job well done. After all, what's the point in a goal without a reward for reaching it? Your reward should reflect your goal a bit though. If you reward yourself with an entire plate of chocolate chunk brownies (and really, who doesn't like that idea?) for sticking with a healthier diet, you kind of shot yourself in the....well, wherever the brownies stick to you. If healthier eating was your goal and you stuck to it, try a reward more deserving of the accomplishment, like leaving the kids home with Dad or hiring a baby sitter and spending the whole day at the spa (try Woodhouse Day Spa) or have a deliciously good time at the Mercury Cafe (they even have Gluten-free options).
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This wedding gown has never been worn. I purchased it December 2013 for my wedding September 2015. This dress is sold out every where and this was the last size 2 available in Texas at the time. Unfortunately the wedding has been canceled and I am trying to sale the dress because the store does not accept returns. It still has its original tags on it. No alterations have been done to the dress. This dress is ivory and has a buzzle on the back so that you can move around easily at the reception. I thought that was perfect if you don't plan to have a reception dress. This dress was originally designed by Vera Wang for Kim Kardashian. I have included a few photos of the dress. If you would like additional pictures of the actual dress, please contact me and I can email them to you. Thanks! The price is also negotiable.
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Montavious Stanley
Position: DT
Height: 6-2 Weight: 314 lbs.
Born: October 10, 1981 in Albany, GA
High School: Westover
College: Louisville (school history) (Stanley college stats)
Drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the 6th round (182nd overall) of the 2006 NFL Draft.
Weighted Career AV (100-95-...): 5 (9377th overall since 1950)
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Scrabble word: DUMPS
In which Scrabble dictionary does DUMPS exist?
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Definitions of DUMPS in dictionaries:
- noun - an informal expression for a mildly depressed state
- noun - a coarse term for defecation
- noun - a piece of land where waste materials are dumped
- noun - (computer science) a copy of the contents of a computer storage device
- noun - a place where supplies can be stored
- verb - throw away as refuse
- verb - sever all ties with, usually unceremoniously or irresponsibly
- verb - sell at artificially low prices
- verb - drop (stuff) in a heap or mass
- verb - fall abruptly
- verb - knock down with force
- A gloomy, melancholy state of mind; depression.
- verb - to let fall heavily
There are 5 letters in DUMPS: D M P S U
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How do you handle rude comments from co-workers?
I work in an environment that is practically all women that are late 40's to early 50's. There are only three of us that are 29-34. Since announcing this pregnancy, I have encountered such rude comments about getting "knocked up" or about don't I know at my age what causes that? I am typically a laid back enough person to let things slide, but these comments are getting INCREASINGLY aggitating for me. I am on the verge of embarrasing myself with a rude comment in return. How should I handle comments about getting "KNOCKED UP"? And how do I NOT take offense to comments of that nature? Even one of my superiors makes comments like this.
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Wow! I am so sorry you have to deal with this kind of rudeness. It sounds like you aren't married and the older women are having trouble with that. When my unmarried sister got pregnant, my mom said something I thought was great, and you might be able to use it. She said "I know you had a plan for your life, but it looks like God had a abetter one."posted 10/27/2008 by a BabyCenter Member
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Kuo Yu (Dialogues of the States).
Annotated by Wei Chao (204-273). Hsien-ning: I ching Shu T'ang, 1525. 8 vols double leaves in
Kuo Yu (Dialogues of the States).
Annotated by Wei Chao (204-273). Hsien-ning: I ching Shu T'ang, 1525. 8 vols double leaves in
Ts'ao, Hsueh-ch'in, ca. 1717-1767
Tung, Tso-pin, 1895-1963
In this discussion of a lunar eclipse inscription recorded on a turtle plastron from
the reign of king Wu Ting, Tung addresses the relative date of the inscriptions,
and (1) the engraved cracks, (2) the crack numbers, (3) the direction of writing,
(4) cases (unusual) in which graphs were cut over the cracks, (5) boundary lines,
(6) graphs cut into the back of a plastron, and (7) marginal notations. He then
discusses the criteria, including ancestral titles and diviners' names, by which
he would date a particular inscription to his Period I. Tung pursues this by
considering that king Wu Ting was on the throne for 59 years and that he had
over twenty sons. Tung eventually dated the eclipse to 27 March 1373 B.C.
The inscription may be translated as: Crack-making on chou Pin divined: "On the next yi [wei] (we will) perform the cutting sacrifice and mullet-raising ritual to Ancestor Yi. The king read the cracks and said: 'There will be calamities, but it will not rain.' After six days, in the night of [chia] wu, the moon was eclipsed; on yi wei we performed the cutting sacrifice; the Tuo Kung all raised up the offerings (?)." --Professor David Keightley
Chuan Hui Hsiao Kai Hsi Hsiang Chi (The Story of the Western Wing).
Album leaves, ink and color on silk. Hsi hsiang chi, a romance, is widely regarded as the
best drama by Wang Shih-fu of
Yuan dynasty (1206-1368). This album is made of 21 paintings with facing calligraphy
transcribing paragraphs from the play. The attributed artist and calligrapher are
Ch'iu Ying (d. 1494), and Wen Cheng-ming (1470-1559) of Ming dynasty (1368-1644).
Chou, Fang, fl. 766-796. T'ang Tai Chou Fang Tsan Hua Shih Nu T'u Chuan
(A scroll of T'ang Aristocratic Ladies Wearing Flowers in Hair)
A recent article has pointed out that the key to the pictorial subject is the feature that is foregrounded in the painting's title, the floral headdresses shown by the elite women. Made up of real and artifical flowers, both shown here, the floral sprays in the women's hair join with the motifs of butterfly and the prominent fan to illustrate "Flower Morning". Usually celebrated in the second month of the lunar calendar, the spring observance thematizes concerns of fecundity, feminine beauty, and desire in the treatment accorded to it in poetry and pictorial images from the eighth century forward. -- Marion Lee
Fu, Chu-yu. Ma-wang-tui Han Mu Wen Wu (Cultural Relics Unearthed from Han tombs at
Mawangdui). Ch'ang-sha, 1992.
Hu, Cheng-yen, ca. 1582-1672.
Shih Chu Chai Hua Pu (Ten Bamboo Studio Manual of Painting).
4 vols. double leaves in case.
Ta-mo Mien Mi T'u Ping Tsan (Bodhidharma Facing the Wall).
Stone relief. 1629 or earlier. 110 x 61 cm.
Avatamsaka-sutra (Ta Fang Kuang Fo Hua-yen Ching).
Avatamsaka-sutra (Ta Fang Kuang Fo Hua-yen Ching).
Hand-written Mahaprajnaparamita sutra (T'ang jen shu ta po je po lo mi t'o ching)
4 vols. double leaves in cases.
Li, Chieh, 1036-1110. Li Ming-chung Ying Tsao Fa Shih
(Building Standards of Li Ming-chung) Shanghai, 1929. 8 vols. in case.
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Heimdall: I'm sorry Tanara, that is not a good enough reason. It takes time to train someone, and until that person is trained they put everyone around them in danger during combat. You also need to consider this, we will be heading into very deadly situations, do you want to expose your sister to that? Plus, how much combat experience do you have? Can you actually train her?
Think about these, and if you decide you still want her to come along, can properly train her, and have figured out a better reason for us to take her along come talk to me again. I'll most likely be in the ship.
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Collegiate Career Bests
Hammer 186-8 (56.91m)
20-lb Weight 55-11 (17.04m)
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* Competed at the 2003 U.S. Junior Nationals where she was a finalist in the hammer with a season-best 176-1 (53.68m).
* Tallied a career-best 186-8 (56.91m) at the 2005 Cardinal Invitational, the fifth-best mark in Stanford history.
High School Achievements
* Competed in the hammer at the 2002 U.S. Junior National Championship.
* The 2002 Idaho state high school champion in the discus.
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"Most often, just the threat or suggestion of certification is enough
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The lab certificate will also indicate if the stone
has been artificially treated -- fracture-filled, laser-drilled,
or coated, for example -- to hide any imperfections.
In addition, a diamond that has been inspected by
a GIA- or AGS-accredited laboratory is assigned a grading-report
number that's inscribed on the stone with a laser, effectively serving
as its stone's Social Security number. "A jeweler in Bombay would
be able to verify that stone," says Alexander Angelle, public relations
manager for the GIA. You can see this number by using a loupe, a
magnifying glass used by jewelers. Tip: Examine the stone with a
10x loupe for the best view.
Another benefit of buying a loose stone: you can customize
the setting, such as having four prongs instead of six. And it's
easier to rule out that it isn't a fake -- cubic zirconia weighs
55 percent more than real diamonds, according to Cuellar.
There are four characteristics that are used to determine
a diamond's value: color, carat, cut and clarity:
Diamonds become colored when elements such as nitrogen (yellow)
and boron (blue) mix with carbon when the diamond is formed. Colorless
diamonds are rare, and therefore more expensive. The GIA, which
established color grades, considers D colorless and Z the most yellow.
A diamond's reaction to ultraviolet lights is called
fluorescence. A diamond with fluorescence will have a blue hue under
UV lights and might be cloudy in sunlight, depending on its color
grade. Cuellar suggests steering clear of diamonds with fluorescence
that's stronger than "faint."
Carat Weight
Technically, this is the stone's weight, though it's used to
refer to its size as well. One carat is one-fifth of a gram or 1/142
of an ounce. A carat is divided into 100 points, so a 1/2 carat
diamond is 0.5 carats.
This term refers to the diamond's proportions, symmetry and
finish (also referred to as polish). How a diamond is cut affects
how much light the stone reflects -- the better the cut, the more
light the diamond reflects (thus giving the stone "brilliance" and
"fire," as jewelers like to say). In fact, the AGS estimates that
a diamond's cut can affect as much as 25 percent to 50 percent of
the stone's value. Information about a diamond's cut are listed
on its GIA or AGS certificate.
For round brilliant diamonds (any other shape is considered
a fancy diamond, and because the proportions vary, fancy diamonds
aren't assigned a cut grade), an ideal (AGS 0) cut is the most valuable
-- only 5 percent of the round brilliant diamonds in the world are
cut to this standard.
Also, the stone's polish -- which enhances its sparkle
-- and symmetry -- how well the cuts line up -- should both be rated
excellent, very good, or good.
This term refers to the presence or absence of flaws (the industry
term is "inclusions") in the diamond. The majority of diamonds have
some minor flaws, most of which are only visible with a magnifying
glass such as a loupe. Both the AGS and GIA reports include a drawing
of the stone that shows the size and location of any inclusions.
Clarity grades:
After you choose the shape and setting, the fun begins. Considering
your budget, is size or quality more important? Nationwide, retail
jewelers say they're selling the diamond engagement rings that are
from 0.50 carats to 1.50 carats, color grades of G of I or better,
and clarity grades of SI-1 or better, according to Rapaport Diamond
Report, an industry publication.
"Go for [color] grades H or I," Cuellar suggests.
"Once mounted, they'll look just as good to the average person as
the higher grades, without costing a bundle."
Ideal cuts typically command a 15 percent to 20 percent
premium in price and increase the stone's brilliance and dispersion
of light less than 4 percent, Cuellar says. He recommends going
a notch or two down in the cut grade (AGS 1, 2 or 3) and buying
a stone with a table diameter between 52.4 percent and 63.5 percent
and a total depth or height (the crown height, girdle thickness
and pavilion depth) between 56 percent and 61 percent. If these
numbers aren't on the lab certificate, ask for a Sarin
computerized analysis of the stone's proportions.
Quality control
A reputable jeweler will have a written return policy or a written
guarantee policy, in addition to professional experience, such as
training from the GIA as a Graduate Gemologist or an Accredited
Jewelry Professional or from the AGS as a Certified Gemologist Appraiser
or Certified Jeweler.
You should feel comfortable asking questions and taking
the time you need to make a decision. When you buy a loose stone,
be sure that important details about your stone -- such as its color
and clarity ratings, and carat weight -- are included on the receipt.
Should you buy a stone or ring from an online jeweler?
Fred Mouawad, chairman, founder and CEO of Mondera,
an online jeweler, says the majority of Mondera's customers have
been pleased with their purchases. Returns under the site's 30-day
policy have been "in the single digits," he says. "All of our diamonds
are GIA-certified," and the certificate is available on Mondera's
site, Mouawad adds. However, you might have a hard time returning
the stone -- the lab certificate turns out to be fake or doesn't
match the stone you bought, the site goes out of business, Cuellar
cautions. Don't buy from a site that doesn't have a minimum 30-day
money-back guarantee, no questions asked, and have the stone or
ring appraised immediately.
Finally, negotiate the price. "Most retailers dramatically
increase prices. Never pay the sticker price unless you've shopped
around and you know that they are giving you the wholesale price,"
Cuellar says.
To find out the wholesale price of a stone, have the specifics
on hand (including all of the stone's measurements) and call Fred
Cuellar's National Diamond Hotline, (800) 275-4047.
The FTC's guide, "All
that Glitters: How to Buy Jewelry," is available from its Web
site. Other useful books: Diamond
Ring Buying Guide, by Renee Newman; Engagement
& Wedding Rings: The Definitive Buying Guide for People in Love,
by Antoinette L. Matlins and Antonio C. Bonanno and How to Buy
a Diamond: Insider Secrets for Getting Your Money's Worth, by
Fred Cuellar. The Diamond
Ring Buyer's Guide, by Jeff Ostroff, is free.
Amy Debra Feldman has written for The New York
Times, the Chicago Tribune, the Chicago Sun-Times
and other publications.
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June 1, 2013
On Saturday, UCLA's Drake Stadium for the second consecutive year hosted the 28th annual Jim Bush Invitational, site of the 2013 USATF Southern California/West Region Track & Field Championships.
Highlight finishes for the Bruins included a first-place by All-American Michael Woepse in the men's pole vault and Matt Kosecki in the men's discus, along with second-place finishes by Katja Goldring in the women's 1500m, Michael Perry in the men's long jump, Thomas Hart in the men's discus and Victoria Breidenthal in the women's hammer throw.
The meet is named for Hall of Fame coach Jim Bush. UCLA's men's track & field head coach from 1965-84, Bush had incredible success, leading the Bruins to five NCAA team championships and seven conference and national dual meet titles. From 1968-88, 23 of his athletes competed in the Olympics, winning four gold, five silver and three bronze medals. Bush's top UCLA student-athletes included John Smith, Greg Foster, Wayne Collett, Warren Edmonson, Andre Phillips, Mike Tully and Bob Day. Bush was inducted into the USA Track & Field Hall of Fame in 1987, the U. S. Track Coaches Association Hall of Fame in 1996 and the UCLA Hall of Fame in 1997.
Track Events
Women's 1500m - Senior Katja Goldring placed second with a personal-best time of 4:26.94, followed by sophomore Annie Mooney's fifth-place finish (personal-best 4:29.34) and sophomore Amber Murakami in 13th place (4:53.40).
Women's 3000m Steeplechase - Senior Sarah Toberty placed sixth (10:59.90).
Men's 200m - Bruin alumni (UCLA '05) Nick Thornton (Track Club LA), UCLA Athletics' Eligibility Coordinator, ran in the third heat and finished third (22.44/15th overall).
Men's 400m - In the third heat, sophomore Matthew Bradford placed fifth (50.71/21st overall). In the second heat, Bruin alum Thornton, finished sixth (48.32/14th overall).
Men's 800m - Freshman Alexander Monsivaiz won the second heat (1:49.54/seventh overall) and in the same heat junior Daniel Herrera was fifth (1:51.65/12th overall).
Men's 1500m - The Bruins had eight runners competing in two heats. In heat No. 1, senior Alec Govi placed fourth (personal-best 3:48.30/fourth overall), freshman Ferdinand Edman seventh (3:49.84/seventh overall), junior Patrick Douglas 12th (personal-best 3:52.86/12th overall), freshman Austin O'Neil 8th (personal-best 3:50.80/eighth overall), sophomore Nohe Lema 15th (3:54.98/15th overall), and freshman Nick Hartle 17th (4:00.69/21st overall). In heat two, freshman Sean Davis finished first (personal-best 3:56.36/16th overall) and junior Jacob Wood was eighth (4:02.57/27th overall).
Men's 3000m Steeplechase - Senior David McDonald was third (9:18.52) and Bruin alumni Spencer Knight (A Snail's Pace) was eighth (10:12.86). Men's 5000m - With the men and women running in the same race, senior Zack Torres placed sixth in the men's competition, with a mark of 15:26.51 and Bruin alum Knight was 11th (16:29.42).
Field Events
Women's Hammer Throw - Sophomore Jaycee Olsen placed eighth (151-10/46.28m/second attempt).
Women's Pole Vault - Courtney Reginato missed on three attempts at 12-1.50/3.70m and senior All-American Allison Koressel passed at 3.70m and had three misses at 12-7.50/3.85m.
Women's Javelin Throw - Junior Victoria Breidenthal placed second, with a mark of 115-03/35.13m/sixth attempt.
Men's Hammer Throw - Sophomore Josh Scherer finished sixth (173-7/52.91m/fifth attempt) and junior All-American Alec Faldermeyer had a foul and two passes.
Men's Pole Vault - Junior All-American Michael Woepse passed on the first 13 marks, made his second attempt at 17-0.75/5.20m and missed three attempts at 17-6.50/5.35m. Woepse's 17-0.75 was the winning mark.
Men's Long Jump - Junior Michael Perry was second, with a personal-best 24-8.50/7.53m (no wind instrument) on his fourth attempt.
Men's Shot Put - Freshman Ryan Andrews finished third, with a mark of 49-9/15.16m (fourth attempt).
Men's Discus - Junior Matt Kosecki won the event (187-11/57.27m; fifth attempt) and sophomore Thomas Hart was second (156-0/47.56m; fifth attempt).


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We finally got a chance to see the second installment of the Wolf Creek franchise Wolf Creek 2. It brings back the tandem of director Greg McLean and star John Jarratt. It has been nine years since we lasted visited the outback and the sadistic backpacker killing mad man is still doing his due diligence. He is still not a fan of the the invaders of his homeland and if any of these "tourists" get in Mick Taylor's way they will have hell to pay.
If you were not a fan of the first then you should probably stop reading now and thanks for clicking on the article. The second entry is just as brutal and grindhouse induced as the first but what seems to be lacking is the overall tension and anxiety For seasoned horror fans think of how the first Child's Play was shot and how it differs from the second. Mick Taylor is a standout character and Jarratt has never looked better in the role. That being said there is not too much substance to the overall story so if you watch this sequel hoping to find some hidden meaning or reason behind Mick's actions it's not happening. The violence and brutality found in the first film seem to encompass the entire second movie which works just fine for us.
In an day and age of technology that's unprecedented you would think these hitchhikers would get the idea by now. Once again we run into two backpackers dealing with Mick but there are some others that feel his wrath as well. The star of the films is and will always be Mick Taylor. He is just one bad ass sonofabitch that has iconic qualities in the horror world. It's a shame to see such a lapse between these films as by now the entire world should know of him with the other monsters on the big screen. The appeal for Mick is honestly he is just a regular Aussie with diabolic mannerisms. When you see how the film goes it may question you feelings on the notion that he can be that sinister or is he just missing a few screws. More than likely it's both but his humor and charm is unrivaled. John Jarratt is an esteemed actor in the horror world and he never falters on a performance.
Fans of the first films should be pleased with this effort as it does nothing to persuade you on the grimness of Wolf Creek.2 is a hellacious return to the outback and the world of Mick Taylor. Make sure to look for this playing soon at a theater near you and remember to be careful who you encounter out on the open road!
Wolf Creek 2 opens in theaters and on iTunes May 16th. Prior to the release it will be available on some on demand outlets on April 17th.Wolf Creek 2 is directed by Greg McLean and stars John Jarratt, Ryan Corr, Philippe Klaus, and Shannon Ashlyn. It is being released courtesy of RLJ/Image Entertainment.


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Positives, negatives
December 1, 2013
Melora Haagenson, Minot The oil business in western North Dakota has brought positive changes, such as an abundance of jobs, but along with those positives are plenty of negatives....
Believe me if u r not in oil it is all negative--very negative.
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The schools are on the hotline tonight, begging everyone they call to vote yes for higher taxes.
Seems awful funny how they think everyone, whether they can afford it or not, should pay for everyones kids, not just your own, its your job to pay for all kids, the rest of your life.
These poor kids cant learn without new walls around them, give me a break, whats that say to kids.
In other words, don't strive for better things kids, the government will take care of you, or should I say property owners.
Socialism is a dependency disease!
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We are paying a terrific price for this "progress" and help with our nations oil supply. Too bad some of it is for export. The message from our state Gov't. to allow our low income people to be forced out, is pure self-centered greed. If you voted for them--shame on you. No wonder our society becomes more cutthroat as time goes by. Throw $1million away for a useless, ideological, t party, anti-abortion vote and look the other way while our low income folks suffer from the greed of oil. They need the boot.
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Stock Downgrades: Ominous News Out of Alcoa Inc as Earnings Await
Justin Sharon
Wall Street ratings agencies set the tone for today's stock market.
Fireworks in Tahrir Square
meant a damp squib on Wall Street, where Egyptian angst sent stocks lower on anemic volume ahead of July 4. While the Middle East again erupts in fury, investors in America opted instead to raise a
(RKUS), as that stock bucked red ink elsewhere to jump 4.99% on a
broker boost
. The first of the BRICs just beat the worst of the PIIGS
on the soccer field
. Economically, however, the tide may be turning as
Spain reported decent data at long last
even as Brazil's main bourse fell 4.4% to a more than four-year low. Japan, quite
literally flush with cash
, saw its suddenly resurgent
(INDEXNIKKEI225:NI225) rise 1.78% to a five-week high.
Amid worries by the banks of the Nile
Noah Holdings
(NOAH), up 15.65%, is well prepared for a 1,000-year flood. And iconic English raincoat maker
(BURBY) continued to keep shareholders from getting soaked. The check was in the mail for its famous checkered pattern, after it advanced 1.95% following an
analyst upgrade
This morning in economics, June's Institute for Supply Management non-manufacturing index is expected to tick up slightly at 10:00 a.m. Eastern. There are no quarterly earnings announcements of note, and the New York Stock Exchange and bond markets are scheduled for early finishes of 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m., respectively, ahead of tomorrow's Independence Day holiday, when all US markets will be closed.
ACCO Brands Corporation
(ACCO): The company, whose brands include 1980′s icon Trapper Keeper, is now Neutral from Outperform at Credit Suisse.
Adidas AG (ADR)
(ADDYY): Deutsche Bank downgrades the stock to Hold from Buy, sending it sharply lower in Europe today. Currency concerns are an issue, the broker believes.
Alcoa Inc
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(^DJI) component, which will unofficially usher in Q2 earnings season on Monday July 8, gets moved to Neutral from Overweight at JPMorgan. The downgrade is due to the bank's reduced expectations for aluminum prices. Shares are, accordingly, falling before the opening bell as I write.
AllianceBernstein Holding LP
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(BAMXY): The German auto outfit — better known as BMW — is now Neutral from Buy at JPMorgan.
Belo Corp
(BLC): Shares are moved to Market Perform from Outperform with Wells Fargo.
Endurance Specialty Holdings Ltd.
(ENH): Keefe Bruyette cuts the company to Perform from Outperform.
First Niagara Financial Group Inc.
(FNFG): The regional bank gets reduced to Neutral from Buy at Sterne Agee.
Fresenius Medical Care AG & Co. (ADR)
(FMS): Shares, which nose-dived 9.55% on Tuesday, are today taken to Neutral from Outperform by BNP Paribas.
Knight Transportation
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Mead Johnson Nutrition CO
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Mindray Medical International Ltd (ADR)
(MR): Shares are now Neutral from Overweight at Piper Jaffray.
Oiltanking Partners LP
(OILT): Bank of America-Merrill Lynch lowers the equity to Underperform from Neutral.
Overstock.com, Inc.
(OSTK): The stock is cut by an unusual 180 degrees, to Underperform from Buy, at Bank of America-Merrill.
Werner Enterprises, Inc.
(WERN): Shares are slashed to Hold from Buy with a $25 price target at Wunderlich, as the bank is forecasting negative EPS (Earnings Per Share) growth for a fourth straight quarter.
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Oct. 16, 2010
TEMPE, Ariz.--The Arizona soccer squad equalized in the second half of play against conference rival Arizona State, but was unable to come out with the win Friday night in the 2-1 loss.
The Wildcats fell behind in the first half of play when Arizona State's (8-3-2, 2-1-0 Pac-10) senior Alexandra Elston headed the ball into the net off freshman Holland Crook's corner kick.
In the first half of play, Arizona (4-8-2, 0-3-0 Pac-10) was outshot 7-2, with junior GK Ashley Jett grabbing six of the on-goal attempts.
Sophomore defender Kristyn Magyar hit her first career goal, and evened the score of the contest, late in the 66th minute when she headed the ball past Arizona State GK Alyssa Gillmore.
"Tonight's game was extremely close, and definitely could have gone either way," said head coach Lisa Oyen. "Ashley (Jett) had a huge game and made some really great saves tonight, as did ASU's Gillmore. It was really close the entire time. Kristyn Magyar's goal was probably one of the best goals I've ever seen, and she's done an amazing job for us this season. This game could have gone either way."
Magyar, fellow sophomore Ariel Boulicault, and freshman Jazmin Ponce led the Wildcats with a pair of shot attempts each.
ASU's Elston scored their second goal of the night in the 75th minute, and Arizona had a chance to equalize late in the next minute when freshman Shannon Heinzler hammered off a shot that was deflected off the crossbar.
In the second half of play, the Wildcats took a 7-6 shot advantage over the Sun Devils, and also took a 3-2 lead on corner kicks.
"Both sides had their chances, and Arizona State just happened to do a better job with making things happen," Oyen added. "It was a hard fought match on both sides, and I give Arizona State a lot of credit. It was very chaotic, and both goalies made some great saves. Unfortunately we didn't get the result we wanted, but I know we didn't give up, and this continues to be a learning experience for us."
Next week, the Wildcats return to Murphey Field at Mulcahy Soccer Stadium to host the Bay Area duo of California and Stanford. Arizona will take on California on Friday, October 22 at 7 p.m., and Sunday the Wildcats will go head to head with Stanford at noon.


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Norman Jay has been named one of the world's most influential club culture figures of the decade by The FACE magazine, been included in Mixmag's Top 100 DJs in the world list, and been nominated for a man of the year award by GQ. But press aside Jay is known for his phenomenal contribution to the UK music scene. Over there in Blighty he's featured regularly on various television, radio and magazine programs about black music or dance culture. Jay has an almost unmatchable knowledge of black music from soul to funk to garage.
Jay is considered by many in the UK to be "The Peoples DJ" because of the width and breadth of his DJ style and his world-famous ground-shaking sets at the annual Notting Hill Carnival in London. But he's also a doyen of "stars" and has often been called upon to DJ for the likes of Michael Caine, Mick Jagger, Vivienne Westwood, Gaultier and Lenny Henry. Paul Weller is often quoted as saying Jay is his favorite DJ.
Jay is also known for past activities like launching the brilliant Talkin' Loud label with Gilles Peterson ; bringing artists like Coldcut and Soul II Soul to London radio; His own long running radio shows; a number of mix CD's including two recent double CD compilations - Norman Jay Presents Philadelphia - The Underground Anthems 1973 -1981 and a Mix CD for Miss Moneypenny's; his sets at the Miami Winter Music conference; his mad immense collection of chopper bicycles and his distinct taste in hats.


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"The Real Housewives of Atlanta" star Porsha Stewart has been trying to build her independence after her divorce from Kordell Stewart. She was shocked that he had filed for divorce, but she quickly got back on her feet and started focusing on her career. While she was married, she revealed that she wanted to start a career, but he wanted her to stay home with their future kids. Now, she can work on her career. According to a new Bravo report published on March 5, "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" star Porsha Stewart is now revealing that she is starting yet another business venture.
"I am announcing that Team Porsha is in the beginning stages of our most recent addition to my beauty empire," she has revealed. "Currently, I'm in negotiations to partner with very successful lingerie brand." Of course, she is already working with her NAKED hair brand, so this expansion is a very interesting direction.
"I'm certain with their extensive knowledge of the lingerie business and my passion for beautifying women, this union will produce an amazing line of affordable lingerie for every woman," she says. "I emphasize every because every woman deserves to feel sexy in less than clothes. Stay Tuned! We're getting "NAKED" again."
One has to wonder how her co-stars would react to her creating a lingerie line. She could partner up with Kandi Burruss, who does sex toys, meaning they could create a whole "sexy and strong women" brand.
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Federico Iguzzini making their mark in China
The Chinese luxury landscape is expanding at a rapid pace, with luxury houses investing more dollars and resources to have their brand prominent around the country.
European fashion houses and popular US brands are popping up at record levels to fall in line with the hefty spending power of Chinese consumers.
The MO Down was in China earlier this year and attended The 3rd Prestige Brands Forum, where bounced around was the question, "When will China have its own luxury brand?" We no doubt are thinking that we will see a Chinese luxury brand hit the marketplace within the next few years, but China does have one luxury brand ticking (pardon the pun) away quite nicely.
Federico Iguzzini is China's oldest luxury brand, starting in 1903 in Shanghai.
The company was established by Federico Iguzzini – a young Italian entrepreneur inspired by Matteo Ricci – the Italian Priest who introduced timepieces in China for the first time in the late 16th century.
There is something about the China/Italy relationship and pioneering, isn't there a little Marco Polo ring to this story, albeit a few centuries earlier ..!
Federico Iguzzini produced timepieces for the elite of the region until it was unfortunately shut down when China closed itself to the world for the rest of the century. The company was revived by principals, the Michel brothers, just a few years ago and their first products were launched at the end of 2009 with great success.
They are a niche company, specialising in limited edition collections with innovative designs and concepts, fitting in nicely with the word 'luxury'. All the core components and parts, including movements are made in Switzerland and then further customised, assembled and detailed by staff in Federico Iguzzini's workshops.
Whilst the luxury houses continue to push their brands through media advertising, Federico Iguzzini's has opted for the company to be promoted purely through word-of-mouth, working with the loyal clients they already have and stayed small by choice.
The luxury watches are just that, 'luxury'. With only limited lines with 10-50 pieces in each collection, you are guaranteed a rare timepiece. The company also creates one-off pieces for their clients as well, ranging from $US4,000 – $US20,000.
The company uses the brand line "Changing the World Through Time." This allows the watch company to create awareness through their products and to donate most of their profits to charitable organisations around the world, which The MO Down applauds.
Image credit: Federico Iguzzini, Lander and Stephane Michel
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ha!ha!ha!,now that you've all took a major crap on my high point,i'll ask again.does i have a weaver rail?oh,i heard the fbi carry this weapon.
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ha!ha!ha!,now that you've all took a major crap on my high point,i'll ask again.does i have a weaver rail?oh,i heard the fbi carry this weapon.
ha!ha!ha!,now that you've all took a major crap on my high point,i'll ask again.does it have a weaver rail?oh,check this out:All Hi-Point firearms carry a lifetime, no-questions asked warranty.
Whether you are the original purchaser, or the third-hand owner, your Hi-Point firearm will be repaired free of charge.
i bet your $600 glock does'nt do that.
I'd think the only reason it needs a lifetime, no-questions asked warranty is BECAUSE it's a piece of shit. I've personally seen two fail at the range... one spectacularly. Save your money next time.
you've never seen other QUALITY handguns fail?its for a home protection weapon anyway.i have a taurus pt 24/7 .40 cal.for conceal carry weapon.which is not the best,but better than the high point.it has a rail but,don't know if its a weaver rail.i will call the company.
If it's for a home protection weapon, shouldn't it be the best you can afford? And by afford, I mean instead of dropping $160 on a paperweight, wait a few paychecks and buy a used Glock.
Yes, I've seen other handguns fail, and I'd bet that 9 out of 10 were operator error (bad reloads or improper ammo selection for their gun).
There's a reason there are no shooters who do it for a living (aka high end training courses, and yes, I've been to many of them) don't use Hi Points. It may work as a sample of one, but over all they are not well built, they are not proven over the long haul.
I know someone will say it, so here it goes... "It's just for home defense". If someone thinks they can buy a pistol and load it and set it on the night stand and THEN hope that it will magically protect them... THEY'RE RETARDED. You have to shoot your gun, a lot! to get proficient enough to defend yourself from all but the most inept intruders. As the economy falls further into the shitter, the intruders are going to get more desperate and they will evolve their tactics to faster, harder entries rather than skulk in and out.
If you shoot a Hi Point hard, I mean proficiency hard... it WILL FAIL.
Hey, they go "bang" when you pull the trigger !!
So does a 12 gauge pump mossy. So ask yourself which would you trust more as a home defense weapon? If you choose hi-point, you go ahead and rely on it but you can't say you wasn't given a better option.
The point of owning a gun for self defense is to train with it. Like I said earlier, some people think that "just having it" is going to protect them. Proving a guns reliability over time is just icing on the cake once you can shoot under duress.
Gotta get up early.. catch the rest of this tomorrow.... SHOOT SAFE!
I love reading all the back and forth "good gun / bad gun" threads about High Points. Goes on for ever with no conclusive results. Your either thrilled with a bargain $150 gun that works OK or
upset because it shouldn't work as well as your $1000 Kimber. With all the information on line and threads like this the company should be out of business right?
NO, The company is still in business and sells thousands a year. Go figure.
High Point......really.....really.......:anim_lol:
Cheap people will buy cheap stuff and jusrtify their cheapness with cute catch phrases. There is always a bigger market for cheap crap that barely works and in no way compares to top of the line stuff then there is for good stuff at a fair price. Why? because too many people will pay less get less and be satisfied with less. they will then say it is as good as something much more expensive, never having tried seen or actually touching one.
Owning one says one thing to me.....Hey look I want to own a gun but can't or won't afford one, so I bought this thing.
But thats my opinion.
Well, IKEA sells cheap furniture that is a good value. It is worth what you spent. It looks good and lasts a reasonable amount of time. But your life does not depend upon it.
Our company makes wire components. We do a good job. But a parachute manufacturer came to us and asked us to produce some stainless steel d-rings. And we declined. I explained to the customer that our d-rings were an excellent value. Less than 3 bad pieces for every 1,000 pieces produces. That is a rejection rate of 0.3%. Of course if you were jumping from a plane with one of those three parachutes you might not think it was such a good value.
My thoughts are the same for the High Point. For shooting paper targets and plinking, it is a good value. But for preserving your own or others lives? Maybe not such a good value.
back in WWII there was a pistol made in the US for air drop into occupied territory and use by insurgents.... the liberator was a single shot .45 caliber stamped steel pistol that costs $2.40 each.... its maximum effective range from the unrifled barrel was 21 feet..... and this gun is superior to the high point for 2 reasons..... first, it did the job it was designed for (it was a great gun to get a better gun with) and it worked EVERYTIME..... yep everytime unlike the high point.


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Welcoming Winter Birds (page 2 of 3)
by Dan Hickey
Which Type of Food?
Seeds. Stores that sell bird-feeding supplies usually stock several different kinds of seed and seed mixes. I don't recommend commercial seed mixes because they include ingredients that many birds find unappetizing (corn, milo, red millet, wheat, and canary seed, for example) and seeds (white proso millet) that only ground-feeding birds prefer. Sure, seed mixes look good to us wingless folk, but you only have to observe a finicky blue jay tossing unwanted seeds to the ground to learn otherwise. Use one seed type per feeder, especially black oil sunflower to attract several species.
Peanut Products. Peanut hearts -- the embryo from the center of peanuts -- shouldn't be confused with peanut kernels, the meat of the peanut. You'll find kernels as either small bits or whole unprocessed peanuts. Most peanut-eating birds prefer kernels.
Suet. Many birds enjoy suet in the winter. If you want to attract woodpeckers, hang a suet cage from the trunk of a nearby tree. Chickadees, nuthatches, and blue jays will happily join them. Suet quality varies. Your best bet is to buy peanut or almond suet.
The most important influence on the number and varieties of birds you attract is your garden's landscape. Large and small trees, bushes, fallen branches and trees, tall grass, brush piles, and water add up to an inviting habitat. Generally, locate your feeders near a mix of vegetation. Ground-feeding birds like thickets, brush piles, rock piles, fallen trees and branches, and tall grasses. Birds who feed above 4 feet will inhabit areas with small trees and shrubs.
Water, Squirrels, and Cleaning
During the winter, especially in the North, a fresh water supply will attract birds -- even some birds that aren't ordinarily attracted to feeders. If temperatures in your area dip below freezing, provide a heated water station filled with clean water. You can find heated birdbaths or immersion heaters at your local hardware or wildlife-supply store.
Hungry squirrels can jump straight up about 5 feet. They'll wreak havoc at your feeders. Not only will squirrels deter birds, they may permanently damage your feeders. If squirrels live around your house, use a baffle. I hang feeders from a post surrounded by 4-inch-diameter PVC piping, an effective and economical baffle.
To keep feeders working properly, clean them periodically. If you place feeders in a sheltered, dry location, you won't have to clean them very often. Wet feeders, however, tend to clog up. Remember: A well-maintained feeder is more attractive to birds.


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Guided walking tours continue to gain popularity and momentum. As scores of people are discovering around the globe, walking tours provide an inexpensive yet engaging way to learn about a city's history, gain insight about its people and culture, and get some fresh air, Vitamin D and exercise in casual, fun-filled way.
New on the scene in many locales are public art walking tours. Denver has a tour that circumambulates its Golden Triangle Cultural District. In Chicago, Art in the Loop includes stops at works by Picasso, Miro and Chagall. Philadelphia not only has more public art than any city in the world except Paris, but a guided public art walking tour that's as exceptional as its extensive public art collection. Olympia, Washington has one that's sponsored by its Parks, Arts & Recreation Department in partnership with its Arts Commission.
True Tours' Public Art Walking Tour gives folks who don't consider themselves art enthusiasts a novel way to enjoy fascinating stories about Fort Myers' early development that they simply won't hear anywhere else. It's kind of like having Andy Warhol squire you around the Union Square neighborhood where his Factory was located, or Robert Rauschenberg take you bar hopping on Captiva. You're not only going to see some things you wouldn't otherwise see, you'll see them through the unique perspective of artists - people who make a living through their uncanny ability to see people, places and events in unconventional ways.
For example, two downtown artworks tell the story of how a couple of companies of black soldiers kept the fort from which Fort Myers takes its name from being burned to the ground during the Civil War. Muralist Barbara Jo Revelle speculates that had the fort been raized, there may have never been a Fort Myers as we know it today, and she was motivated to tell that tale by an article that appeared in Population Today magazine in 1997 that identified Fort Myers as one of the most segregated cities in the South.
That's not a story politicians and civic leaders go out of their way to tell. Revelle goes as far as suggesting that this chapter in Fort Myers' early history may have even been "suppressed" - although she doesn't say by whom. But whether Revelle is right or wrong is not the point. She offers a unique perspective and tour-takers relish the opportunity to speculate about what might have happened had the Confederate "cow cavalry" won the Battle of Fort Myers and set fire to the fort, leaving no wood for settlers to use in building homes and trading posts in the months following the end of the war between the states.
To ensure that the Public Art Walking Tour is chock full of behind-the-scenes drama and gossip, True Tours guide Tom Hall stays in touch with the medley of internationally-renowned artists who have created the more than 45 public artworks that dot the downtown Fort Myers landscape. Tour-takers also get a taste of what the future of public art in Fort Myers might hold, especially as the city works to reinvent itself as a player in the convention and trade show market through the construction of a 10-story riverfront hotel and attached 120,000-square-foot event center where Harborside stands today.
The Public Art Walking Tour of the downtown Fort Myers River District is offered at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday afternoons, although special tours leave from the Franklin Shops on other days and times to accommodate groups of eight or more. One such tour takes place at 10:30 tomorrow morning (Tuesday, March 4). For reservations, please call True Tours' owner Gina Taylor at 239-945-0405 or visit www.TrueTours.net.


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Here is a little-known secret: there is nothing to do in Chicago in the winter. Clarification: nothing to do between January second and oh, say, the middle of March to the end of April, depending on how beneficent Mother Nature is that year. After you've ice skated at Millennium Park, pretty much the only thing left to do is drink. Or eat chocolate. And that's only because there are two holidays in the intervening months that celebrate those exact undertakings (though let's be honest, if those two actions are holiday specific, then I'm celebrating something every damn day). Really, the only thing to do during those dark days is get out last year's Snuggie, GrubHub all your meals, and marathon True Detective. Maybe mix in an Oscar contender here and there when you're feeling sophisticated.
But now, the weather is finally turning, so it's time to put on actual clothes, throw away all your takeout containers, and tear your eyes away from Matthew McConaughey – I know; it's hard. But don't worry: the month of April has plenty of reasons for you to begin warming up for the marathon that will be a Chicago summer. Here are some of the craziest April holidays, and how you can celebrate them in the Windy City.
National Bacon Month: BaconFest, April 25th and 26th. To hear it from any red-blooded, football-and-beer-loving, American male between the ages of twenty and forty (and let's face it, what subject isn't that demographic an expert on?), bacon is the best thing since sex. (Okay, almost.) So how to celebrate an entire month dedicated to it? With BaconFest, of course. Saturday is already sold out, but you can still get in on the Friday action here. You can even be charitable whilst playing Russian roulette with your arteries. Check out all the restaurants serving amazing bacon dishes, of which they send a portion of the profits to the Greater Chicago Food Depository. What tastes better than a Good Samaritan maple-bacon vanilla milkshake? Nothing, probably.
How to do it: Check out the BaconFest website.
P.S. Not going to be in Chicago until after April? Never fear. Paddy Long's on Diversey is a self-proclaimed "beer and bacon pub," serving, among other things, beer-battered bacon and a tasty concoction called "bacon grenades" – all year long.
National Humor Month: Chicago Improv Festival, March 31st-6th. Chicago is always arguably the top city in the U.S. to head to for some guaranteed laughs, but while anyone can see a Second City show at anytime, only you can undertake a marathon of comedy. Every sort of improv imaginable – short form, long form, musical – will be performed at theaters all over the city, so wherever you're staying, chances are there's a show in the area for you to catch. Feeling adventurous? Then sign up for one of the workshops, hosted by some of the biggest names in the improv business.
And to think Jenny from Accounting was bragging about seeing Wicked when she was here.
How to do it: Head to www.chicagoimprovfestival.org
Go For Broke Day: April 5th. Oh, so many delicious interpretations of this holiday. Pick your poison and take one of each flavor (Sprinkles, Glazed and Infused, and Black Dog Gelato). Splash out at the most expensive and creative restaurant in the city (Alinea). Re-create Ferris Beuller's Day Off and The Blues Brothers. For the former, all you need is a Ferrari and a parade; for the latter – well, Chicago is lousy with aspiring musicians (although Aretha Franklin might be tough to get a hold of). Go on a helicopter tour of the city. Visit all the attractions in one day. Get creative!
How to do it: See above. (Also, load up on espresso.)
How not to do it: Do not propose on the JumboTron at a Cubs/Hawks game. Seriously, just don't.
The release of Divergent: March 21st. Okay, it's not exactly crazy and it isn't a holiday and it isn't in April, but how cool will it be to see the city you're visiting reimagined in dystopian glory? See the now-bustling Merchandise Mart repurposed as a faction headquarters, a Dauntless army marching through the streets of the Loop, gutsy kids jumping on and off the ceaseless trains in a darker, spookier Chicago than the one you find yourself strolling through. (Just don't try and climb the Ferris wheel. Not only will it probably get you arrested; it will also likely be moving and loaded with small kids. So, trickier climbing.)
How to do it: Check out www.amctheatres.com for show times; to do your own walking tour of the locations, check out your guidebook – the addresses for all the major attractions will be in there.
So come on, and ring in the spring Chicago-style.
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When tennis players experience an injury setback, first is the physical pain. Then there is recovery time to relieve the discomfort and getting back to the courts. One answer is SimpleTherapy, a new web site that provides an easy alternative to rehabilitation.
As Dr. Nic Gay, one of the founders of SimpleTherapy, points out, "The site is no substitute for a doctor visit for any injury. It is an exercise therapy based on the individual's needs."
The process begins with a quick assessment to determine the best approach for each person's condition. As Dr. Gay stated. "It is not just about recovery, but also prevention and maintenance."
Then a program of video exercises is created based either on a particular area of the body or a specific sport. These are typically 10 to 20 minute sessions that require either no equipment or items found in most homes or offices.
According to Dr. Gay, an orthopedic surgeon, the site has been developed over two years of research and is designed give each patient "a balanced body."
After each session, there is feedback as to how the exercises felt and then adjustments made to the exercises if needed. "This is what makes us different from all the YouTube videos that are one way with no interaction," said Dr. Gay.
A handy feature of SimpleTherapy is reminders that can be sent in either e-mail or text to achieve the full benefit of recovery or just a nudge to do proper stretches before specific activities.
As stated on the site, SimpleTherapy provides an exercise regimen which helps many patients who
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• Can't take the time off work to visit a clinic.
SimpleTherapy is reasonably priced at $29.99 for a three month introduction or $89.99 for a year. There is also a free one week trial to try out the site. Be sure to check out the blog with many helpful articles.
So when the next tennis injury strikes, visit SimpleTherapy and get back in the game, sooner than later.


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- 1 package (16 ounces) hot roll mix
- 1-1/4 cups warm water (120° to 130°)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1/3 pound sliced deli ham
- 1/3 pound sliced salami
- 4 slices process American cheese, cut into thin strips
- 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella or provolone cheese
- 1/4 pound bulk Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
- In a large bowl, combine the contents of the roll mix and yeast packets. Stir in warm water and 2 tablespoons oil until dough pulls away from sides of bowl.
- Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. Cover and let rest for 5 minutes. Press into a lightly greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan.
- Layer with ham, salami, American cheese, mozzarella cheese and Italian sausage over dough. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal. Place diagonally in pan. Brush dough with remaining oil; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, oregano, garlic powder and pepper.
- Bake at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing. Yield: 18 servings.
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"This recipe is really good and the only thing that kept me from giving it five stars is that I'm not sure if it baked all the way through. The outside was a nice golden brown but I couldn't tell if the inside layer of dough was completely cooked. It was a little gooey but it may have just been cheese. Nevertheless it tasted great so I suppose it doesn't really matter. It's a keeper!"
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FRESNO, Calif. - Baseball head coach Mike Batesole has been emphasizing the importance of academics to his Bulldog programs since arriving at Fresno State in the summer of 2002 and it shows. Combined with their success on the diamond, the Bulldogs have also excelled in the classroom, earning a 3.135 team GPA for the fall semester.
This marks the third straight semester the 'Dogs have earned over a 3.0 cumulative GPA as a team. The Bulldogs had 24-of-31 student-athletes finish the fall with over a 3.0 GPA, marking the most under Batesole for a single semester.
"We have had a change in the culture of college baseball across the country over the past 10 years," said Batesole. "I am happy to report that our program is out on the forefront."
Senior Cody Kendall was one of three Bulldogs to make the President's List. The kinesiology major has made the President's list twice and Dean's list five times during his college career.
Freshmen Shota Runge and Taylor Tempel joined Kendall on the President's List.
Seniors Gene Escat, Trent Garrison, Patrick Hutcheson and Chris Mallory, along with sophomore J.D. Salles and freshmen Daniel Delaney and Jordan Luplow made the Dean's List for their performance in the classroom.
"We consistently preach to our players the importance of getting their degrees and hopefully winning a ring or two while they are here at Fresno State," said Batesole. "In the end, most kids get used by the game of baseball and are done playing after a brief minor league career. We are trying to change this culture by having our kids use the game of baseball to get their degree. In that way, whether they are one of the few who make their fortune in baseball or not, they are set up to have a career that they choose."
Under Batesole, 53 student-athletes have earned academic honors from the Western Athletic Conference. Eight Bulldogs earned Academic All-WAC honors at the end of the 2011 season with Kendall receiving CoSIDA Academic All-Region honors. Batesole has also coached the program's first Academic All-American in former Bulldog Steve Susdorf, an outfielder on the 2008 National Championship team.
With its consistent academic climb, Fresno State had a multi-year Academic Progress Rate (APR) of 976 out of 1000 in 2010, far surpassing the NCAA minimum standard of 925. That same year, intercollegiate baseball programs at Division I public institutions averaged 953. The Bulldogs finished the 2008-09 academic year with a 990 APR. The NCAA describes the APR as an early indicator of eventual graduation rates.
Fresno State has officially begun practice and opens the 2012 season at home against Butler Feb. 17-19. Season and single game tickets are now available online or by calling the Bulldog Ticket Office at 559-278-3647.
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Eleven freshmen and five JC transfers make up No. 24 ranked recruiting class
FRESHMAN (2012): Redshirted the season.
HIGH SCHOOL: Joins the Tide ranked as the No. 18 player in Alabama out of Jackson High School in 2011 ... named a preseason Southeast Region Second Team All-American by Perfect Game ... helped lead his team to a State Championship on 2008.
PERSONAL: Born Windham Shelton Jackson on December 22, 1992, in Mobile, Ala. ... is the son of Paul and Carol Jackson ... father attended Alabama Southern and his mother graduated from Alabama ... has two sisters, Callie and Shelbey ... plans to major in business management.


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John C. Bauer, 76, of Valley City, passed away Monday, March 11, 2013 following a sudden illness. John was born June 27, 1936 in Lodi, to the late John W. and Edna (nee Law) Bauer. He has been a lifelong resident of Valley City.
Over the years, John had worked at the former BHL Elevator and Medina Farmer's Exchange. He retired in 2000 from the Cleveland Metro Parks.
John loved fishing, enjoyed restoring lawn mowers, building useful gadgets and his pets.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Jean; son, John Thomas (Bonnie); grandson, John Jacob (Debra), all of Valley City; one great grandson, Travis (Danielle) Tong; and three great great grandchildren.
Private family graveside service will be held Wednesday, March 13, 2013, at Myrtle Hill Cemetery, Valley City. There will be no calling hours.
In lieu of flowers, The family suggests memorials may be made to the Medina County Animal Shelter or to a charity of donor's choice.
Online condolences may be made to www.bauerfuneralhome1943.com


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