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If you're from Orlando, you're probably just as familiar with the Fun Spot "It's Huge!" ads as you are with Appliance Direct. However, if you're not from the area, you might not know about this cute little gem of an amusement park that's just off I-Drive near Universal Orlando Resort and the Festival Bay Mall, with another location just off 192, near the town of Celebration, in Kissimmee
This Saturday, June 14, is a great time to check them out, as they'll be celebrating their sweet 16 birthday at both parks. That means $16 arm bands (regularly $40) from 10 a.m. to noon and $16 rides on the looming Sky Coaster until 10 p.m. As always, parking is free, as is general admission.
In addition, there will be giveaways like t-shirts, bags, pens, and sunglasses for the first 1600 guests. You can also enjoy special entertainment like stilt walkers, magicians, and stilt walkers. You can also buy a $4 mug and get it refilled all day.
"Fun Spot has the greatest guests on earth. As a reward to our loyal customers, we created this incredible Sweet 16 Birthday offer to say 'Thank You' for the years of continued support for Fun Spot America. It's going to be HUGE!" says TV spokesperson John Arie Jr.
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Do you suffer from fear of foods that contain fats? If so, you qualify for membership in the "Snackwell generation," an era when Americans were told to reduce their intake of fat and eat more carbs. Now,however, experts are linking the obesity epidemic to that low-fat, high carb diet trend, reported Capital Public Radio on March 28. And the message that they want to send to would-be weight loss winners: Ban the fat-free bread, not the full-fat butter and beef, to shed pounds.
The obsession with avoiding fats began in the 1970s, when Sen. George McGovern began an investigation of the connection between diet and disease. Concerned that eight U.S. Senators died from heart disease, he and his colleagues heeded the advice of Nathan Pritikin.
Pritikin was famed for his belief that by following a low-fat, high carb diet, you could reverse heart disease. The result: America's first dietary guidelines, which emphasized the dangers of fats.
"The thinking of the day is that you wanted to reduce fat," says science writer Gary Taubes, author of "Why We Get Fat: And What to Do About It" (click for details) and "Good Calories, Bad Calories: Fats, Carbs, and the Controversial Science of Diet and Health."
As a result, consumers were advised to eat more carbohydrates. Doctors told their patients to ban butter and beef. Instead, they were instructed to eat pasta, potatoes, rice and bread.
But although those fat-free Snackwell cookies and fat-free cheese products were eagerly gobbled up by dieters, that advice backfired, say health experts such as Dr. David Perlmutter, author of "Grain Brain: The Surprising Truth about Wheat, Carbs, and Sugar--Your Brain's Silent Killers."
It was the era of fat-free frozen yogurt, fat-free muffins, fat-free pretzels and fat-free salad dressings - and no one seemed to notice that many of those products actually contained more sugar and calories than their full-fat counterparts.
"There were definitely unintended consequences of the original guidelines," Mary Flynn, a professor of medicine at Brown University, commented.
And the results of studies analyzing whether low-fat diets work for weight loss and health show that fat-free fails.
"There have been a number of studies done," Flynn said, "and there's been no benefit for low-fat diets to lead to better weight loss, and there's no benefit for low-fat diets to lead to less disease."
"Compelling argument can be made for the general lack of evidence in support of a low-fat diet," said Dr. James DiNicolantonio, a leading cardiovascular researcher in the United States, in his research article in the journal Open Heart, reported March 30 in the Express Tribune.
Fat-free foods continue to sell well, with SnackWell's Devil's Food Cookie Cakes, for example, promoted as providing dieters with fat-free sweet treats.
The popularity of such products supports DiNicolantonio's declaration that "a public health campaign is drastically needed to educate people about the harms of a diet high in carbohydrates and sugar."
And in an interview with Medical News Today, he added:
The increase in the prevalence of diabetes and obesity in the US occurred with an increase in the consumption of refined carbohydrate, not saturated fat. There is no conclusive proof that a low-fat diet has any positive effects on health.
Agreeing with him: Physician-scientist Steve Phinney and Professor Jeff S. Volek, who specialize in physiological adaptations to low carbohydrate diets. They are the co-authors of "The Art and Science of Low Carbohydrate Living: An Expert Guide to Making the Life-Saving Benefits of Carbohydrate Restriction Sustainable and Enjoyable" (click for details) and "New Atkins for a New You: The Ultimate Diet for Shedding Weight and Feeling Great."
The duo have published research on the process that they have named keto-adaptation, "because to get insulin low enough to unleash fat as a performance fuel, the body shifts into nutritional ketosis." And their message: By following a low carb high fat (LCHF) ketogenic weight loss plan, dieters can safely and effectively reverse the obesity epidemic as well as conditions such as metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes.
Worth noting: Multiple studies have noted that symptoms such as fatigue and headaches can be linked to an overdose of carbohydrates. Dr. William Lagakos, author of "The poor, misunderstood calorie: calories proper," recently cited a study showing the fatiguing impact of eating carb-rich foods at lunch.
And Dr. Terry Wahls, a physician who treated her patients with drugs or surgery, reversed her own progressive MS with Paleo principles, creating her own high fat, low carb ketogenic diet. She documented her protocol in her new book: "The Wahls Protocol: How I Beat Progressive MS Using Paleo Principles and Functional Medicine" (click for details).
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Toyota has announced that it will be moving its US headquarters from Torrance, CA to a new "environmentally friendly" facility in Plano, TX. The expanded campus will be home to more than 4,000 employees including 3,000 people from its sales and marketing divisions in California, as well as 1,000 engineering, manufacturing employees from the company's center in Erlanger, KY. The move is designed to bring Toyota's corporate operations "closer to its Midwest assembly plants s well as improve communications between its units," in various states. 2,300 will remain in the Golden State, however.
Toyota Motor Corp. has been a fixture in for the past 57 years, ever since 1957 when it founded its first US headquarters in a former Rambler dealership in Hollywood. Within a year, the company it sold 287 Toyopet Crown sedans and one Land Cruiser to American consumers.
According to Jim Lentz, Toyota's CEO for North America, "the new headquarters will enable faster decision making." He also told The Associated Press that the move is "one of the most significant changes in Toyota's 57-year history in the United States."
In the meantime, Toyota is making plans to expand its technical center near Ann Arbor, MI, including transferring approximately 250 parts procurement positions from Georgetown, KY ( where its Camry and Avalon sedans are assembled) there, while sending about 300 production engineers from Erlanger, Kentucky, to Georgetown. Once the move is completed, Toyota will have 8,200 employees in Kentucky.
Note: Toyota's move to Texas is seen as part of a migration of major corporations, including Occidental Petroleum, Cigna Corp., Frito Lay and Hewlett Packard, among others, who have been courted by Governor Rick Perry, who has been touting his state as the "land of opportunity," by offering them lower taxes and less severe government regulations.


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Why do people think they can exercise their way out of a bad diet? The average American, uh, wait, with the rampant fast food places now in many countries of the world, I'll restate that. The average person often eats what many call the Standard American Diet, or SAD for short. That is a diet of mostly processed food - much bought on the run from fast food restaurants. Hmm, maybe fast food places shouldn't even be called restaurants?
I've been writing and promoting fresh homemade juices for some time now and I've pointed out how GREEN juice in particular are sooo much better for boosting energy than sugary coffee drinks from Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, and Starbucks.
The only good thing I know about Dunkin Donuts is they do tend to reuse previous structures when they start up a new location - there's one near us that's under construction from a former foundation, structure, and roof of another building. (No doubt that saves them a lot of money).
Point is, I don't think there's anything healthy about anything they sell. Nor do I go to Starbucks, McDonald's, Wendy's, Taco Bell, etc. because there's so much healthier ways to get a yummy boost of energy!
Grab these ingredients and make this nutritious and delicious fresh GREEN juice!
Processed sugar is contributing vastly to people's ill health. I am so glad many are waking up to this fact!
I'm preparing to go on a juice fast again - I truly believe it's the best thing you can do to unburden your body of toxins, allow the body to rebuild and heal on a cellular level, and provide aWEsOMe ENERGY!! Your skin will glow, wrinkles release, you'll lose weight (especially fat and toxins), and overall FEEL better! Everytime I go on a juice fast I feel lighter and younger!
So if you're an exercise addict, but you still eat the average SAD diet, try adding a juice like this each day for a week then, tell me what you think! I bet even by day 3 you're going to see, feel, and experience rejuvenation!
I've lost friends recently due to heart problems, heart attack, cardiac arrest, etc. The more I think about them, I know they did so many good things for their body: exercising, working outside in nature, walking in the woods, lifting weights, thinking good thoughts, even eating fruit and veggies from their garden, or from farmers markets, but was there something missing from their overall lifestyle? What factors contributed to their passing?
Could juicing have helped my friends live longer? I don't know. But I do believe most of us, including me, could do more to help our bodies rebuild and renew. I keep telling people, what can it hurt to add more fruit and veggies into your diet? It can ONLY HELP!!
For some reason many people think they need some authority (doctor or other) to tell them what to eat and drink! Bogus! Use your common sense! Look at history. People didn't start having all the illness we have today before processed sugar, and flour were readily available! It just doesn't pass the sanity test to think we can put crap into our body and experience wonderful health. You cannot exercise away a bad diet!
I am committed to help get the word out and teach people the benefits of juicing.
Once you discover how easy it can be, and how much better you'll feel, my hope is that you'll make juicing a daily event in your home!
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Best with all fresh organic ingredients:
- 1 bunch local organic large leaf kale (large leaves are easier to process than pieces)
- 1 head of celery
- 1/3 bunch of parsley
- 1 cucumber (if not organic, peel it)
- 1 lemon (peeled)
- 2 pieces fresh ginger root (peeled thumb size pieces, this adds zip!)
Optional additions:
- Dehydrated wheatgrass powder
- 1 green apple
- Strawberries (tops and all if organic) or other berries
- Pineapple
- Turmeric
- Half of a jalapeno pepper (this really heats it up, revs metabolism!)
- 1/3 bunch of cilantro
- 1/2 beet (so much nutrition in beets, used to be an ingredient in Ovaltine!)
- Prep the veggies (grab from fridge, wash, rinse, peel, etc)
- Add each to your juice machine (use a good one!)
- Pour your juice
- Clean / rinse out the juicer
Have FUN with this!
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Pro Bono
Helping those in need
Wyatt lawyers give freely of their time in pro bono representations and the Firm requires lawyers in the first three years with the Firm to donate 60 hours of pro bono services each year. We support and lead local programs in our communities that ensure everyone has access to legal representation.
Our leadership in pro bono work in our communities shows:
Wyatt received the Tennessee Bar Association's Corporate Counsel Pro Bono Law Firm Award in honor of its commitment to provide free legal services to low-income families in Shelby, Fayette, Tipton and Lauderdale counties. The Firm hosts a phone-a-thon fundraiser in which more than one-third of Wyatt's attorneys volunteer to participate; sponsors and participates in a Saturday legal clinic so people in need can obtain free legal advice; and contributes financially to Memphis Area Legal Services at the highest giving level.
Wyatt lawyers have been named pro bono lawyer of the year by the Louisville Bar Association, the Fayette County Bar Association, the Kentucky Bar Association and the National Legal Aid and Public Defender Association.
Wyatt is the only firm in Louisville, Kentucky that has established a fellowship program with Legal Aid that fully funds the salary of a staff attorney. In addition, Wyatt makes yearly donations to Legal Aid, with the donation this year in excess of $30,000. Legal Aid programs are directed at those in need who cannot afford legal representation and the organization is heavily involved in efforts supporting minorities and others who are disadvantaged. Wyatt is also a major financial supporter of Memphis Area Legal Services which provides those services in Memphis.
- The annual Pro Bono award given out by the Tennessee Bar Association is the Harris Gilbert Award, named after one of our partners in our Nashville office.
- Wyatt lawyers founded and established the public defender program in Louisville and Jefferson County and one of the lawyers is now President of the corporation which operates the program. That lawyer also serves as Chair of the Kentucky Public Advocacy Commission that oversees the operation of the public defender program for the entire state.
- In Memphis, one of our Partners, Bob Craddock, served as chair of the annual Memphis Area Legal Services campaign.
- Wyatt's Jackson office handles all adoptions for Catholic Charities, Inc. of Mississippi, on a pro bono basis, and last year donated over 100 hours of service.
Success Story
In Memphis, two of our lawyers, Kristen Wilson and Byron Brown, recently represented a prisoner who filed a lawsuit after he was beaten. At the successful conclusion of the case, the Firm donated its fee, over $13,000, to Memphis Area Legal Services. Harrison McIver, executive director of the organization, said "The significance of this is that the Wyatt firm is committed to access to justice, and has been and continues to be very supportive of the work we do at Memphis Area Legal Services."
On March 7, 2015, Wyatt was honored with the Tennessee Bar Association's Corporate Counsel Pro Bono Law Firm Award for its strong and consistent commitment to pro bono service and access to justice initiatives including ongoing support of Memphis Area Legal Services (MALS). The gala at which Wyatt received its award is part of the Corporate Counsel Pro Bono Initiative, a partnership between the Tennessee Bar Association and the Association of Corporate Counsel that encourages and supports pro bono activities by lawyers serving as in-house and corporate counsel in the state.
On October 29, 2012, Wyatt's John Woodard received the Indiana Bar Foundation's "President's Award" for his efforts in organizing volunteer lawyers and paralegals to assist victims of the March 2nd tornados that struck Southern Indiana. Other Wyatt lawyers and paralegals who gave time to this effort included Jeff Wallace and Connie Bueter.
On October 18, 2010, Wyatt was honored by Legal Services Corporation (LSC) in recognition of the Firm's lawyers who have provided assistance to low-income individuals and families through pro bono and other volunteer activities. LSC grants are distributed to 136 nonprofit legal aid programs across the nation, including four in Kentucky - Legal Aid of the Bluegrass, Legal Aid Society, Appalachian Research and Defense Fund of Kentucky and Kentucky Legal Aid.
Also in 2010, the Fayette County Bar Association named Wyatt the 'Outstanding Firm of the Year' at its annual Pro Bono Recognition Luncheon in Lexington, Kentucky.


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This week saw Luis Suarez charged by the FA, but what does this mean for his career and how we deal with abuse in the game? Suarez maintains his innocence whilst his manager and club stand by him. The task for the FA: working out his intention. It is not to be underestimated how difficult a task this is.
To put a happy sheen on a dull week in football Kartik Krishnaiyer has a special announcement. Listen carefully to what he says about England and Fabio Capello, do you agree?
The pod also look towards the weekend and biggest clash: Chelsea v. Liverpool, with one allegation on either side who will the football gods favour? Kristan Heneage weighs up Liverpool's chance of upsetting Terry and Torres yet again.
Tweet along with the podcast and give us your views for the next show, as we enter the international break this is a great time to look at the league and see who is going up or breaking down:
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- From I-5 take the South 320th Street Exit
- Head west toward The Commons (formerly known as the SeaTac Mall)
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- You'll find Northwest Church on the left
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Answers to the questions and concerns typically raised by potential investors and those new to our business.
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I am most probably not getting accurate results when compared to users hitting the server from various locations.
I'm trying to understand how or rather why this will effect real world performance since a user in china will have different latency issues when compared to someone in the same state/country.
Say my web server has a maximum thread limit of 100.
Can someone explain in detail how end user latency can/will effect server performance.
I'm assuming here that each request will be computed equally at say 10ms.
What I'm not understand is how external factors can effect overal server performance, specifically internet connections (location, or even device like mobile) and http/tcp handshakes etc.


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Linamar Corp. (LNR-T) reported a 6.4-percent rise in quarterly profit Wednesday as the auto parts maker benefited from the ongoing rebound in global vehicle production and was able to get a higher percentage of its parts into its customers' vehicles.
Linamar, Canada's second biggest car parts maker after Magna International Inc, reported net income of $24.9 million, or 38 cents a share for the three months ended March 31. That compares with $23.4 million or 36 cents, in the first quarter of 2010.
That topped the average analyst estimate of 32 cents a share, according to ThomsonReuters I/B/E/S.
Sales were up 32.2 percent at $675.2 million
Linamar said its content per vehicle was up 7 percent in North America to $129.22, ahead 46.4 percent in Europe to $9.90, and up 30.2 percent in the Asia Pacific region, to $2.93.
Vehicle production in North America was up 13.5 percent from the year-earlier quarter, and up 7.1 percent Europe. Auto production slid 0.8 percent in Asia Pacific, where the massive earthquake in Japan temporarily affected production levels.


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Several U.S. Forest Service offices on the Okanogan-Wenatchee N.F. will be closed on Wednesday, June 5, when most of the employees who work on the 4-million-acre national forest will attend a meeting.
Offices that will be closed include ranger stations in Naches, Cle Elum, Leavenworth, Entiat, Chelan and Tonasket. The Methow Valley Ranger Station in Winthrop and the Okanogan Valley Office in Okanogan will remain open.
The Okanogan-Wenatchee N.F. headquarters at 215 Melody Lane in Wenatchee will also be closed. However, employees with other government agencies with offices in the building will be available to provide assistance to the public for issues unrelated to the U.S. Forest Service. These agencies include the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Cascadia Conservation District, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and USDA Farm Service Agency.
Entrances to the headquarters building will be closed and the front desk will not be staffed. Members of the public who come to the building on Wednesday, June 5, can telephone employees with these agencies using numbers posted on entrances. Employees will then escort them into the building.
More than 200 Okanogan-Wenatchee N.F. employees are expected to attend the meeting at a Chelan County Fairgrounds facility. The last time employees held a similar meeting was in 2011.
The Okanogan-Wenatchee N.F. is the largest national forest in the Pacific Northwest, stretching 180 miles from the Canadian border south to the Goat Rocks Wilderness Area. It has the largest trail system in the national forest system and more than 8,000 miles of roads.
Its employees work at Forest Service facilities spread across Central Washington including the Fort Simcoe and Columbia Basin Job Corps Centers, Moses Lake Air Tanker Base, North Cascades Smokejumper Base, Wenatchee Valley Rappeller Base, Central Washington Interagency Communications Center and seven ranger stations.
The meeting is intended as a rare opportunity for Okanogan-Wenatchee N.F. employees to assemble and discuss issues relevant to the agency and the national forest.


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October 31, 2010—Dressage Canada regrets to inform the dressage community that it has been unsuccessful in its bid to retain the services of Team Technical Coach/Advisor Robert Dover beyond the one-year contract that expired October 15, 2010. While efforts have been made over the past several months to extend this contract, the two sides have been unable to reach an agreement for this position due to financial constraints and time commitments.
Dover has done a formidable job as Technical Coach/Advisor, working tirelessly in support of the Canadian Dressage Team. He was instrumental in their success on the European Tour, and best ever placing at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games in Kentucky. In addition to this, Dover conducted clinics for Dressage Canada for listed riders nationwide.
There are currently efforts underway to maintain Dover on a consultant basis, which is welcomed by riders given the forthcoming 2011 Pan American Games and 2012 Olympics. Canada's athletes are welcome to contact Robert privately for any help or coaching in the future.
About Dressage Canada
Dressage Canada, as a committee of Equine Canada, is the national governing body for dressage in Canada. Dressage Canada's objective is to foster the growth of dressage and the pursuit of excellence in the sport at the local, national and international levels. Dressage Canada provides support and guidance to both amateur and professional through the following programs: coaching education and programs, officials' education and programs, rules and qualifying criteria, sport development, and publications and awards. For more information about Dressage Canada, please visit the Dressage section of the Equine Canada site or connect with us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/dressagecanada or Facebook at http://tinyurl.com/lp8cnd.
About Equine Canada
Equine Canada is Canada's national governing body for equestrianism. A member-driven, charitable institution, it is the executive branch of the Canadian Equestrian Team, and the national authority for equestrian competition; the national voice for recreational riders; and the national association for equine welfare, breeding, and industry. Equine Canada is recognised by the Government of Canada, the International Equestrian Federation (FEI), and the Canadian Olympic Committee as the national organisation representing equestrian sport and equine interests. For more information about Equine Canada, please visit equinecanada.ca.


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Deadline extended to nominate your community for a free DSO concert
Detroit, (May 21, 2012) – The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO), in partnership with the DTE Energy Foundation, is happy to announce that the deadline to nominate a venue in your community for a free "DTE Energy Foundation Presents, The DSO in your Community" concert next season has been extended. The Deadline for nominations, previously scheduled for today, is now May 31, 2012 at 5 p.m.
About DTE Energy Foundation Presents, The DSO in your Community
Venues, organizations, schools, places of worship, community centers, etc. are invited to nominate themselves to host a free community concert by the DSO.
Nominations are due by 5 p.m. Thursday, May 31. Beginning June 5, the public will be able to view the nominations online and post supporting comments. Venues to receive performances will be selected by a panel of distinguished professionals including Michael Chriss, Director of Regional Relations, DTE; Kareem George, Managing Director of Community Programs, DSO; Maud Lyon, President, Cultural Alliance of Southeast Michigan; Kenneth Wayne Thompson, Assistant Dean, College of Musical Arts, Bowling Green State University; Robert Williams, Principal Bassoon, DSO.
For more information or to submit a nomination, go to www.dso.org/dtemusic. Venues selected to host the concerts will be announced on June 18. Concerts will be held September 19-22.
One nominee will receive a full DSO residency during the 2012-13 season: programming such as chamber music performance, senior engagement concert, school visit, hospital performance, library visit, etc in addition to the free community concert. Additionally, DSO will make best efforts to engage every nominee during the 2012-2013 season with some musical offering.
Eligibility for selection will be based on the following criteria (outlined fully at www.dso.org/dtemusic):
• Venue within a 45-mile radius of Orchestra Hall (3711 Woodward Ave., Detroit).
• Venue appropriate to accommodate a full orchestra with a stage/performance area minimum 50' x 40'
• Fully accessible venue meeting all ADA requirements, including ample and convenient parking
• Venue/facility donated for the free DSO community concert
• Audience capacity of 400+ and secured by the nominee
• Compelling narrative – how would a free DSO community concert impact your community? (150 words or less)
• Ability to co-promote the event
• Up to four (4) letters of support representing diverse cross sections of the community (community/civic leaders, business leaders, students, community members at large)
Those wishing to nominate a venue in their community should visit www.dso.org/DTEmusic for full details and instructions.
About the DSO
The internationally acclaimed Detroit Symphony Orchestra, the fourth-oldest symphony orchestra in the United States, is known for trailblazing performances, visionary maestros, collaborations with the world's foremost musical artists, and an unwavering commitment to Detroit. Esteemed conductor Leonard Slatkin, called "America's Music Director" by the Los Angeles Times, became the 12th Music Director of the DSO during the 2008-09 season. The DSO offers a performance schedule that includes Classical, Pops, Jazz, Young People's, Neighborhood concerts and festivals. The DSO makes its home in historic Orchestra Hall, one of America's most acoustically perfect concert halls, and actively pursues a mission to impact and serve the community through music. In April 2011, the DSO launched Live from Orchestra Hall, an unprecedented webcast series that makes DSO concerts available for free on the web and mobile devices. On May 10, 2013, the DSO will return to Carnegie Hall with Maestro Slatkin to perform all four Ives symphonies in one evening. For more information visit www.dso.org
About the DTE Energy Foundation
The DTE Energy Foundation is the philanthropic arm of DTE Energy, continuing the legacy of community support and involvement of its principal operating subsidiaries, Detroit Edison and MichCon. The Foundation directs its contributions and involvement to support initiatives dedicated to developing the human and economic potential of the communities it serves. The DTE Energy Foundation is funded fully by the shareholders of DTE Energy.
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7 Responses to "Deadline extended to nominate your community for a free DSO concert"
Pioneer's Schreiber Auditorium holds 1600 (and is ADA compliant).
The Pioneer Music Department has been recognized no less then 5 times as one of the top 7 Music Departments in the country; Twice (2006 & 2011) as the "National GRAMMY Signature School", signifying us the finest music department in the U.S.. We have successfully organized the ensuing celebration concerts that went with each those awards.
We have hosted concert performances by both the United States Marine Corps "President's Own" Band from Washington D.C., and the United States Navy Band from Washington D.C.,
There are three parent support organizations dedicated to the assisting of the Bands, Choirs and Orchestras of Pioneer High School. These organizations all but guaranteeing enough logistical support for this concert to be a rousing success with both attendance and promotion.
Please bring one concert out toward White Lake Michigan. You could use Milford High School or Lakeland High School Auditorium. We live a good ways away from Detroit and would love to hear your good music played in our vicinity. R.L.W.
I nominate The Village of Pinckney as a site for a DSO concert. We have a great concert hall.
Monroe would be a great place for a concert. MCCC's La-Z-Boy Center is a great venue for the concert.
I would like to support St. Peter, Macomb as a site for the DSO to perform. St. Peter has wonderful acoustics and would provide an venue in Northern Macomb.
Trenton would be honored to host the DSO! We're a community with a strong love for music. It shows in our schools,and the talent in our marching,jazz,and concert band. We have a strong gifted music department in both jr.high & high school. Our city also supports DYPAC,(downriver youth performing arts center).which also shows its love for music and the arts. We would just be so proud to host,please come to Trenton. My family and I have a particular love,our son. Who plays with Trentons marching,jazz,&concert band,and also sits with the Dearborn youth symphony orcastra . Has hopes to sit with theDSO IN THE FUTURE.
The La-Z-Boy Center in Monroe Mi would be a perfect spot to see my favorite musicians play! It would be worth the musicians time to play in our community!


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Brian Dukerschein | Photo: Courtesy of Public Chicago | April 16, 2014
One of the best things about living in a city like Chicago is there's no shortage of ways to spend your evenings. From a sweets-filled charity event to a laugh-out-loud show at The Second City, here are five events we recommend putting on your social calendar stat.
1. A Charitable Confection
Grandbaby Cakes blogger Jocelyn Delk Adams hosts this premiere benefit for Project Orange Tree, a Chicago nonprofit championing youth violence prevention, on April 25. Expect live entertainment, delectable bites, cocktails and, of course, a bevy of tempting desserts from the city's top pastry masters. 6PM. Tickets from $20. Chicago Urban Arts Society, 600 W. Cermak Road
2. Baconfest
Honestly, who doesn't love bacon? This two-day pork party returns with a dinner session April 25 and lunch and dinner sessions April 26. Enjoy bacon-centric tastings from dozens of restos (The Dawson, Big Jones and Balena to name just a few), a full range of cocktails, beers and wines, and the presentation of the Golden Rasher awards. General admission to dinner is 7PM. Tickets from $100. UIC Forum, 725 W. Roosevelt Road
3. The Sound of Music
One of the most beloved musicals of all time takes center stage at Lyric Opera April 25-May 25 with massive sets, a full orchestra and some familiar faces: Chicago's own Billy Zane as Captain von Trapp and Broadway sensation Jenn Gambatese (you probably saw her last year as Glinda during Wicked's run at the Oriental Theatre) as Maria. Tickets from $29. Civic Opera House, 20 N. Wacker Drive
4. Depraved New World
We can't remember the last time we laughed as hard as when we saw The Second City's 102nd mainstage revue, Depraved New World. And while the show spans scripted sketches, improv and song and dance numbers, what we love most of all is the comedic chemistry of six-member cast, including CS Arts & Power player Emily Walker. Tickets from $23. The Second City, 1616 N. Wells St.
5. Mad Men Viewing Party
As if we needed another reason to visit Public Chicago, the haute hotel is hosting Sunday viewing parties for the penultimate seven-episode run of Mad Men in The Library's Screening Room. Savor $7 Old Fashioneds and Manhattans, complimentary '60s-inspired bites and a curated playlist. Stay tuned during commercial breaks: The winner of the Mad Men trivia contest will walk away with a one-night stay and dinner for two! 7PM. Email email@example.com for reservations. Public Chicago, 1301 N. State Parkway


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April 7, 2012
Washington/Stanford Results| Red Box Photo Gallery
SEATTLE -- To hear Bob Ernst tell it, his Huskies are beginning to take on a professional air. With a business-like approach, the Washington women's crew team went out Saturday morning and established the Montlake Cut as an unwelcome venue for visitors.
The Huskies were terrific on their home course, winning four of five races against the Cougars, including a victory in the Apple Cup dual between the two programs' varsity eights. This keeps the trophy in Seattle for the second year in a row, turning the tide in a rivalry that had tilted in favor of WSU in recent years.
With the effort, the Huskies reaffirmed their status as one of the nation's best crews. UW came into the dual ranked in a tie for third in the CRCA/USRowing poll, and the win sets up a tantalizing showdown with archrival California in two weeks at Redwood Shores.
Washington started the morning with an open-water win over the No. 14 Cougars in the varsity eight race. It was a wire-to-wire victory for the Dawgs, who put the pressure on their cross-state rivals right from the onset. Leading a few seats entering the Cut, the Huskies turned on the pressure to pull away from the Cougars towards the finish, crossing the 2,000-meter course in a time of 6:34.8.
"In the varsity race, the girls moved out right away and pretty much kept moving right down the course," Ernst said.
Two years ago, the Cougars came to Seattle and stunned the Huskies on their home course. Ernst respected how his counterpart at WSU, Jane LaRiviere, always had her crews ready to compete against the Huskies.
This time, the Huskies were the aggressors from the get-go.
"We knew they would come out really aggressive in the first 500," said senior 3-seat Erin Lauber. "It's always a competitive race with them; we get so fired up to race each other being cross-state rivals."
The only hiccup for the Dawgs came in the novice eights, where the Cougars erased an eight-seat Washington lead to pull away for a three-second win. Otherwise, it was a Husky dominated day, evidenced by the margin of victories in the remaining races.
The UW second varsity eight enjoyed an open-water win over their rivals, coming across in a time of 6:45.1, compared to 6:51.4 for the Cougars.
Washington also picked up wins in the varsity four and the open eight races, no margin closer than the 6.4-second delta in the penultimate race of mixed/open boats.
The Huskies have a weekend off before heading down to the Bay Area to take on California. Ernst predicted this would be one of the best, most closely contested races in recent years. It's a race the Huskies will certainly be ready for.


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Police Chief Backpedals Over Tank, FSP Pushes for Truth
On August 2, 2013, Concord Chief of Police John Duval wrote an email response to the Free State Project President, Carla Gericke's Open Letter sent to him and city officials Tom Aspell and Brian LeBrun via email (and hard copy).
"Ms. Gericke,
I respectfully refer you to the article in today's Concord Monitor about our request for the rescue vehicle. I believe my comments in the paper clarify the intent of the wording of the grant. The wording you cite from your web site, 'Our website specifically states: "Anyone who promotes violence, racial hatred, or bigotry is not welcome"' underscores the point I was attempting to illustrate in the grant that there are people who may attach themselves to a law-abiding group, but who may have a personal agenda with criminal intent. I presume you would not have included that sentence if you did not believe there were individuals out there that you believed might align their personal agenda with your cause. Those are the challenges I was referring to. Unfortunately, we have had local examples of such risks in our community which necessitates the need for law enforcement to be prepared for many scenarios. The rescue vehicle is a means of transportation for the safe movement of law enforcement officers and removal of innocent citizens from potentially lethal situations.
John Duval"
Today, Carla Gericke wrote back:
"Chief Duval,
Thank you for your reply–I appreciate the response. Apologies for my delay in getting back to you. As I'm sure you can imagine, having 'Free Staters' be called 'domestic terrorists' has eaten away my time. FYI, since you are a public official, and referenced your mail to me to reporters, I will be posting your original message and this response online at our website.
In response to your note, I would ask: What organization, including the two major political parties and your police department itself, runs no risk of people attaching themselves to the organization for their own personal agenda? Because most libertarians strongly believe in the non-aggression principle, and choose to disassociate from those promoting the initiation of force, does not mean, as you imply, that the FSP attracts more violent individuals than any other organization.
I would also appreciate an explication of the 'local examples' of the risks Concord has faced as a result of individuals associated with any of the groups you mention–I am aware of a protester who was arrested after being Tasered at a Tea Party rally some weeks ago, but he was not, to my knowledge, affiliated with Occupy or the Free State Project.
I also take you to task for referring to the Ballistic Engineered Armored Response Counter Attack vehicle as a 'rescue vehicle.' Such an option exists on the grant application form, however, the option for a BEARCAT to deal with 'WMD/CBRNE' was selected instead.
If your language in the grant application was meant to express the fear that some individual would engage in a 'lone wolf' attack under the banner of one of the organizations you cited, it was not clear. If this is your fear–and since you have now publicly admitted you don't believe the FSP or Occupy are domestic terror threats–I would request that you retract and resubmit the grant application with appropriate language so that the City/Concord Police Department runs no risk of perjuring itself, or having its funding suspended or terminated as provided for in Section 51 of the 'Grant Terms and Conditions 2012.' If you meant the mere fact that people who engage in peaceful political activism requires the presence of a BEARCAT with gunports, I would suggest you read over the Bill of Rights and Article 22 of the New Hampshire Constitution.
I respectfully request the following:
- A clarification of the language in the grant request and a comprehensive list of groups that you believe pose a 'terrorist threat' to the City of Concord.
- For the City/Concord Police Department to withdraw the grant application and resubmit it with accurate information.
- Start an open and honest dialogue between our organizations to avoid such misrepresentations in the future.
Thanks again for your time and your swift response. I look forward to hearing from you!
Yours in peace and liberty, Carla Gericke President, Free State Project"
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dark chocolate tart with gingersnap crust
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Dark Chocolate Tart with Gingersnap Crust
Adapted from Bon Appetit, December 2007
The tart has a shiny, almost crackly top light a brownie and an interior that is exactly like a truffle, which is to say that if you don't like your chocolate desserts intense — like flourless chocolate cake or pot de creme-level intense — this is definitely not the tart for you. My family was in the former camp, nibbling at half-slices and pushing them away. But Alex's family wanted seconds. Guess what they're getting again next year?
The original recipe calls for an ingredient I loathe — candied ginger. If that's your thing, by all means, go for it. Instead, I made this the way I saw fit, with a couple pinches of cinnamon and salted butter in the crust, and it came out exactly as I'd hoped.
Makes 10 servings
8 ounces gingersnap cookies (about 32 cookies), coarsely broken
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) salted butter, melted
12 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 large egg yolks
1 large egg
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon all purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Pinch of salt
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Softly whipped cream, for serving
For crust:
Preheat oven to 325°F. Finely grind gingersnap cookies in processor (yielding 1 1/2 to 1 2/3 cups). Add melted butter and process until moistened. Press crumb mixture firmly onto bottom and up sides of 9-inch-diameter tart pan with removable bottom. Place pan on rimmed baking sheet.
For filling:
Combine finely chopped bittersweet chocolate and heavy whipping cream in heavy medium saucepan. Whisk over low heat until chocolate is melted and smooth. Remove saucepan from heat. Whisk egg yolks, egg, sugar, flour, ground black pepper, salt and cinnamon in medium bowl to blend. Very gradually whisk chocolate mixture into egg mixture until smooth and blended. Pour chocolate filling into crust.
Bake chocolate tart until filling puffs slightly at edges and center is softly set, about 30 minutes. Transfer to rack. Cool tart in pan 20 minutes. Gently remove tart pan sides and cool tart completely.
Cut tart into thin wedges and serve with softly whipped cream. I'd keep it unsweetened, but that's just personal taste.
Do ahead: Chocolate tart can be made 1 day ahead. Cover tart and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.
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Today's media throws stories at us left and right demonstrating horrific injustice, persecution and inequality of women at the hands of men, often leaving us with feelings of hopelessness for the world we live in. A common argument is that men are at the root of these problems, and that it is up to women to fight for a better future for girls everywhere.
But how often do we actually involve men in the conversation about women and girls? In current discourse regarding equality and opportunity, men are all too often left out of the conversation. We believe this is detrimental to the future of our world, especially when there are men who are champions for women globally. Their stories just aren't being heard. We believe it's time for them to be told.
Our newest Stop the Pity video highlights Mama Hope's partners in Africa who are dedicated to empowering their entire community by investing in women and girls. They see the positive impact women have on the world, and in this video they broadcast their love for women and their vision for the future.
The Men for Women Campaign is a compilation of clips from men around the world, talking about the women they love, their vision for women in the future, and challenging the men in their life to get involved. Our hope is that this campaign will open a space for men to support women and be a part of the conversation on human equality. Mama Hope aims to shift the perception, not only of communities in Africa but of communities worldwide. We believe we are better together. What we have learned through our interviews is that men love women because they bring out the best in all of us.
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Meet Maria, Sara, Leah and Vicky. Four tech-savvy business women in Kenya, who also happen to be from the Maasai tribe, one of the oldest tribes on the planet. Expand ›
In this Stop the Pity video, we want to challenge the perception that Africa is stuck in the past. Africa is brimming with entrepreneurs running their own businesses, homes and lives and creating technological solutions that are leapfrogging our own. But somehow, despite all of this ingenuity, the prevalent media images we see about Africa promote the idea that Africans are only hungry, sick, impoverished and unable to cope with the changing world around them.
We wanted to challenge this stereotype because we feel that these images get in the way of communities being connected with the best resources possible to create a thriving life for themselves and their families. We believe that this video creates a more positive and realistic image of our partner communities. We are dedicated to funding the most innovative projects, so that they can build a prosperous future for the next generation and generations to come.
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When asked what they would make a film about, the women of the Nyamonge neighborhood of Chiga village in Kisumu, Kenya said, "Netball. We always see African women as sad and poor. We want to make a video about something we love."
These women are multidimensional. Some own small businesses. Some farm, sell dried fish, make breakfast breads, sell fabric and scarves, or sing for a living. All of them are mothers and most are caregivers for orphans in their own home. They are leaders of water committees and microfinance groups. They also carry water on their heads for miles, live in one room homes with mud packed walls, and worry about paying their children's school fees. Their ability is infinite and inspiring. Amongst all this, It's practice four times a week and, at times, walking over four miles for tournaments. These ladies don't mess around.
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Call Me Hope is a family album. It's a cross-section of our projects and personal experiences. Not just of this year, but of the relationships reaching back to 2006 when Nyla first met our oldest partners. We feel this video is the truest representation of these relationships we have. From the schools to the gardens to the shops, everyone involved is an equal partner.
Directed by Joe Sabia and Bryce Yukio Adolphson
Shot and edited by Bryce Yukio Adolphson
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We started this series so you could begin to reimagine Africa. It is only when people are no longer seen through the stereotypes of poverty that we can begin to see we are not so different from each other. We wanted our supporters to see that Africa is full of progress, potential, and hope. The "Stop the Pity. Unlock the Potential" video campaign is our first step towards building a global society based on hope and connection. If you agree with us, join our movement and raise awareness! Join us in unlocking potential for a better future for all.
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When he learned we were from California, he immediately started talking about our former Governor and action movie star, Arnold Schwarzenegger. Then he launched into a 15 minute play-by-play recap of the entire plot of the classic "Commando". How could we not share this amazing footage with you?
After that exceptional moment, we started thinking about the 9 year olds we know and it was all too clear that even continents apart they had the same essential qualities we love: imagination, creativity, and hilarity. These are the messages we want to share.
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Formerly a British colony, Gambia retains some past influences, including the national language. However, the present day identity of this incredible country is undoubtedly all its own, with the vibrancy of its golden coast, intrigue of its reserves and parks and sweeps of the majestic River Gambia that transects the land. Wherever you wander, Gambia holidays will put a smile on your face.
Lively, vivacious, colourful and diverse, Banjul is a fitting capital for this fascinating destination. Unsurprisingly, the majority of the country's larger hotel complexes and beach resorts can be found within its stretches, mainly along the city's envy-inducing coastline of white sand and azure waters.
One of the largest and most bustling cities in Gambia is Serrekunda, a colourful and vibrant location that makes a great base. With a gorgeous, rolling coast and buzzing market scene, this is Gambia at its most vibrant. Serrekunda is replete with dazzling resorts situated around its northern coastal point.
For those who are looking for a Gambia holiday to experience its heavenly beaches, there is no better location than the stunning Kotu. Offering a dazzling array of luxurious resorts as well as charming guesthouses right by the water's edge, this is relaxation like you've never experienced before.
If you are looking for a bit more civilisation from your holidays to Gambia, the country's buzzing cities provide endless days of entertainment, with museums of African history, bustling bazaars and incredible traditional restaurants. The energy of the capital Banjul is particularly infectious – discover its colonial past, taste the traditionally prepared cuisine and meet the ever-cheerful locals.
One of the best times to visit the country is during the British winter when Gambia's rainy season has faded and the sun begins to creep out. While temperatures aren't unbearable, usually peaking at around 30C, there is still enough heat for you to feel satisfied by your winter escape. January and February prove very fruitful periods to visit the country, ironically in its dry winter season. Gambia's wet season tends to run from June to October when the temperatures get hotter and the humidity levels increase further, proving a more challenging period to visit.
Made famous by the novel "Roots", Jufureh and James Islands have slowly increased in popularity as some of Gambia's most mesmerising cultural attractions, perfect for history lovers. Jufureh is not visually impressive, but boasts an incredible slavery museum with replica slave ship. James Island is much more picturesque, but it is the remains of Fort James, a major colonial outpost dating back to 1661 that make it worth a visit.
Those looking to discover Gambia's hidden natural wonders should put their best hiking foot forward and head to the incredible Bijilo Forest Park. A community environment and small-scale reserve, many well-trodden paths snake their way through verdant vegetation and fascinating wildlife, with a lively population of red colobus and patas monkeys, sure to put on a show.
Those who enjoy bartering for a bargain will delight in the frenzied atmosphere of Banjul's Albert Market. Fabrics, shoes, housewares and an endless array of local fruit, veg, herbs and spices collide in this explosion of business and trade. Get stuck in with your best haggling techniques – you never know what you might find!
Banjul is home to various craft markets, perfect for picking up little treats for a loved one, or loved ones back home. There are a lot of handcrafted goodies there, made in the traditional fashion, so keep your eyes peeled, you're bound to find something good. You may also want to spend a day, or two at Sanyang beach. As one of the most beautiful beaches in the country, it is a fantastic place to enjoy the sun, and just relax. Bakau has a few art galleries to visit, as does Banjul. Many of these showcase cultural treasures, but there are a few that cater solely to West African artists. It is definitely worth visiting.
Visit the fantastic Makasutu Culture Forest, where you learn about local plants and a demonstration of local music and dance is performed. Bird watching is also very popular among guests to Gambia. The Tanbi wetlands and the Tanji Reserve provide fantastic opportunities to see exotic, and migrating birds. There are many fantastic beaches, so spending a day splashing in the surf is a must.
Although there is a terrific local cuisine, many western dishes can be found at the resorts. But, if your willing to give it try, you should. With amazingly fresh produce, and fish caught right outside the hotel, you're in for a treat. Bakau has a number of great restaurants. One of the local favourites is the late night barbeques, or "Afra" takeaways. These are often found on the beach, cooking fresh caught fish. Typically only tourists frequent the clubs and bars, as many Gambians do not drink. You will find these places near the resorts.
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Gambia is a wonderful holiday destination, and that is thanks in part to the lovely towns within its borders. Banjul, the capital, is home to fantastic beaches, wonderful museums and terrific local cuisine. Kololi is another beach town, full of seaside bars and a very relaxed atmosphere. Bakau is a little bit livelier, with a greater selection of restaurants, bars and hotels. Though this is the primary destination for visitors, Bakau doesn't lose an ounce of its West African charm.
A must see in Gambia is the Abuko Nature Reserve. Here you can walk through the tropical forest and view a host of fanatically exotic creatures, such as, crocodiles, monkey and reptiles, not to mention the equally exotic birds that call Gambia home. Something truly special to visit is the Wassu Stone Circles in Eastern Gambia. These stone circles date back some 1200 years, and are shrouded in mystery, but are thought to be an ancient burial ground for an extinct society. While in Bakau visit Arch 22, a large structure with a truly interesting design.
With the heat index cracking the mercury on certain days, you'll wish there were fewer things to do in Gambia. The beaches provide plenty of water sports activities, which will help keep you cool. There is water skiing, surfing and sailing, or you can try your hand at fishing. But, if you're dying to feel the wind in your hair, then rent a quad bike, and zip across the beach on four wheels.
During the first week of February, Gambia is host to the bi-annual Roots Homecoming Festival. This commemorates the forced enslavement of the African people, and invites people from all over the world whose ancestors were forced into slavery, or were affiliated with slavery, to find atonement. This culminates with dance and music, sporting events, trade fairs and carnival parades. The Kartong Festival invites people from all over the world to celebrate music and culture, similar to the Abene Festival in the village of Abene.
Take a journey to the Abuko Nature Reserve, and there you will find crocodiles, monkeys and a host of other exotic species, along with over 300 varieties of birds. At the Katchikali Crocodile Pool, in the village of Bakau meet a few of the friendly crocs. They are wild, but well fed, and mostly content, so it's a great experience to see something special. Similarly, take a tour of the Makasutu Culture Forest, where you will learn about medicinal plants, followed by a display of local music, and dance.
Gambia has so much to offer in the way of cultural activities. For instance, you can take dance and music lessons from local teachers. You may even have the opportunity to have a djembe, or drum, commissioned from a local craftsman with the help of your music teacher. Riverboats are also available, where you can tour the River Gambia, through the River Gambia National Park, where monkeys fly overhead, Hippos lounge and pelicans relax.
Expect exciting cultural nights when in Gambia. Many of the resorts put on performances of drumming, dancing and fire eating. These tend to be very lively, and audience participation is highly encouraged. But, if you are looking for something a little more subdued, some resorts organize a softer traditional music, played on a type of African lute.


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In writing in the past column about the deathbed conversion of Ted Bundy on the eve of his execution by Dr. James Dobson of the Focus on the Family religious extremist group, several other things came to mind.
In the above, Dr. Dobson "Led to the Lord", Ted Bundy, the nice looking young man who in his criminal career killed somewhere between 30 and 36 young women, perhaps more about which we will never know. "Led to the Lord" is the parlance that the Christians like to use as if this is a good thing.
Thus, according to Christian belief and principles, this kept Bundy from the agonies of hell, the flames of the damned and the torture of Satan, the horror and pain of an afterlife that goes on forever.
But then I also think of Anne Frank, the Jewish child in hiding with her family and a few friends in Amsterdam until all were caught by the Nazis. With her family, she was transported to Germany and the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp where so many died.
Anne Frank died at the age of 15, early in March, 1945 before British troops could get to Bergen-Belsen to release and aid prisoners. Just when and how she died, no one knows. It is assumed that she died from disease and malnutrition before she could be gassed.
Subsequent to the ending of the war, her surviving father found her dairy and the rest is history.
Realize of course that Anne Frank along with her family was Jewish. Thus, by not being Christian and believing in Jesus Christ and his beliefs for her salvation, she would be today in hell. That's according to Christian beliefs of an afterlife, heaven, hell and salvation.
There are of course others who like Anne Frank, had beliefs differing from those of Christianity. These also, despite any good works that they might have done in life, would also be suffering the flames and agony of hell for now and eternity from the time that they died up to and through all eternity.
And because little 15 year old Anne Frank was Jewish when she died and gave little thought about Jesus, she would have been for 69 years now writhing in the agony of the flames of hell for her belief from her parents as one of "God's chosen people" – Jewish.
Sorry, but I just can't buy this Christian belief nonsense that they are right and the smugness of that attitude among the 10,000 or more religions of the past and present. I cannot buy the cruelty of a hateful, evil, vengeful God condemning through his word or the word of his little boy (Jesus) millions to an eternal everlasting period of agony.
Something is wrong with a God like this; something is wrong with a religion like Christianity that teaches and preaches such nonsense and evil. This is a good God who would condemn an innocent child like Anne Frank to an eternity of agony?
Just think of the comment of H. L. Mencken on a similar situation. "The fact that I have no remedy for all of the sorrows of the world is no reason for my accepting yours. It simply suggests the strong possibility that yours is fake."


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Uganda Youth and Women's Effort Fighting AIDS (UYWEFA) aims to mitigate the impact of HIV/AIDS for people with and affected by HIV/AIDS through the provision of home based care, advocating for health rights and the empowerment of children, women and youth within the community. UYWEFA's long-term objective is to ensure people affected by HIV/AIDS in the community become self-sufficient, establish their own income generating activities and provide support and education to their children.
UYWEFA was established in 2007 by people living with HIV/AIDS in Kazo after noticing gaps in home based care in the community. It quickly created a program of activities and campaigns designed to promote awareness. UYWEFA is registered with Wakiso District Directorate of Community Based Services as community based organization. The organization has a membership program, which is open to all those who are interested in supporting, being informed or participating in UYWEFA's work.
UYWEFA offers support for orphans and vulnerable children, people with HIV and youth activities. UYWEFA provides support for early childhood education through the UYWEFA International Education Centre and working with the Local Council to encourage dropouts to return to school. Through its home based care and counseling programs, UYWEFA supports the physical and mental health of HIV positive individuals in Kazo. Additionally UYWEFA offers economic empowerment through training programs providing proven income generating opportunities. UYWEFA encourages youth to take an active role in their community by involving them in field work and community outreach. To offer youth alternatives to drugs and crime UYWEFA offers space and equipment for film and dance programs.
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My wife and I are seeking an amicable divorce. We have no property and one 14 year old child, and want it done peacefully. We agree on how to split everything. How about Divorce With Dignity? Has anyone used their filing service? Jose
The book on contested divorces, great for custody issues, is Out Of Print, but still available via used book sources: http://www.amazon.com/How-Your-Contested-Divorce-California/dp/0944508332 And Ed Sherman, the originator of the How To Do Your Own DIvorce in California is back with the same title, but not under the NOLO imprimatur: http://www.amazon.com/How-Your-Divorce-California-2013/dp/094450888X/ref=pd_sim_sbs_b_1
I also engaged about an hour and a half of lawyer, through a service designed just for the purpose of assisting Pro Se contestants, and I paid a process server. Overall, it was not difficult, and I saved a ton of money. IF the two of you can STAY amicable, it should be even easier. The hardest part was being in court, and seeing what people will do to each other and their kids, mostly over money, but also over un-winnable (by either party) power struggles. Family Law Self-Practitioner
You can absolutely file without a lawyer. I'm sorry for your divorce but so glad you can both be mature about it. Go to your local court house and ask about their free services for advice, and understanding the paperwork. Family Law Self Help Center, I believe it's called. I remember they are all interns, preparing to be lawyers. Very helpful and caring!! Bonus if you can go together, you'll get all the info and be able to ask questions together. The info (technically not advice) is free and comprehensive, but you then have to pay to file. Not too much, $400 I think. If you truly agree on every detail, it'll be quick and painless, paperwork wise.
Also, there's a great program for families who are getting along in divorce called KidsTurn. You guys may want to try it, for your kids sake. My ex wouldn't go, but my 3 kids and I learned alot. Good luck! it pays big to be mature
Someone posted recently about a woman in Alameda who is an 'expert' at filling out the paperwork for a do-it-yourself divorce. She is not an attorney. I can't find her name in the archives, and I would GREATLY appreciate her name. Thank you. anon
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I checked out the BPN website for recommendations on filing for a divorce, but the postings dated back to 2003. I am looking for suggestions on filing for divorce. I have been separated from my estranged husband since 2004. We did not have children together nor assets so I am assuming that this would be an easy process. I don't have a lot of money to spend so I'm looking for the most economical method to acccomplish this goal. Please help! Thanks. Anon
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I had some complicated issues. The first time there was property and a child involved and I had to attend one child custody hearing; the second time I was divorcing someone who was mentally ill and had to set up an agreement between us to cover issues of spousal support. Both times I was still able to do all my own filing. Good luck! Eva
Then you can go to this site to download the forms: http://www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp/family/divorce/
Also, ask about the Family Law Facilitator in your county; if you are in Alameda county, there is one at 1225 Fallon in Oakland, near Lake Merritt. Good luck. anon
my divorce, although very painful, is not contested. I am doing it myself, following the example of a friend. My situation is more complicated though, because I have a small child. I do not know which papers I need to fill out for custody schedules, and how to find the obbligatory formula for child support that the state of California requires. Someone knows this information? Also, someone mentioned that she used a paralegal to do her divorce, with children, and it costed only $300. Please, can you tell me name and phone of whom you used? Or how to find a paralegal with experience in divorce? Thank you very much. Laura
The various non-attorney divorce services were once called ''Typing Services'' since that's about all they can legally do. they cannot provide you with advice. There are quite a few of them in the Yellow Pages, I've never used them , but ''Expert Legal Aid'' on Fruitvale has been there for at least the last 8 years I know of , and longevity is one clue to small business quality A Divorced Parent
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TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama head soccer coach Todd Bramble announced the 2013 recruiting class on Wednesday. The class is comprised of two early enrollees, one spring walk-on, and six freshmen that will join the Crimson Tide in the fall. With this class the Tide further strengthened its squad by adding impact players at every position.
The class features: Caroline Alexander, Hailey Brohaugh, Lauren Collins, Danielle Herubin, Jordan Meier, Auburn Mercer, Molly O'Keefe, Noelle Sanz and Kat Stratton.
"This is a real exciting day for our program," Bramble said. "It is a big day for these young ladies who have worked so hard to get here and their families and for us to start generating excitement for next year's team. We are really excited about the group that will be joining us next fall. We have a well-rounded group that we really believe will move our program forward."
Alexander is a 5-5 defender from Charlotte, N.C., where she was a club teammate of fellow freshman Auburn Mercer on the Charlotte Soccer Academy under coach Adam Denton. Alexander attended the 2012 ECNL Regional Player Development Camp as well as being a regular attendee of the ODP Region Camp from 2007 through 2009.
"Caroline is a defensive player that can really play anywhere on the backline for us," said Bramble. "She can play with both feet, play on the right side or the left side, and has all the qualities to make a good central defender as well. We expect her to come in and make a quick transition to our backline."
Hailey Brohaugh
She attended high school at Myers Park where she earned four letters. She was named all-conference and all-region in 2010-12. Alexander sustained a 4.03 GPA and is planning on entering into the communications program at Alabama. Alexander will wear number 24 for the Tide.
"I have known and coached Caroline since she was nine years old," Coach Denton said. "It is amazing to see players like Caroline go all the way through our program and achieve their dreams. Caroline has always had an engine on the field. She can cover great distances, has very good speed, and had excellent 1v1 ability on both sides of the ball. I am very happy for Caroline and I know she will do very well at the next level."
Brohaugh is a 5-5 midfielder/defender who comes to Tuscaloosa from Madison, Miss. She was a member of the Chicago Fire Juniors Club of Mississippi along with fellow Crimson Tide newcomer Kat Stratton and played under David Johnson. They were the 2012 US Club Soccer National Cup XII Finalists, as well as the 2011 Mississippi State Cup Champions. She attended the Mississippi ODP every year from 2007 through 2012 as well as attending the 2008 and 2009 U14 National ID Camp.
"I like the fact that the lineage of players from Mississippi is continuing," Bramble said. "You look at our roster and see the success we have had with Molly Atherton and now Laura Lee Smith, to add Hailey Brohaugh from the same state is exciting. She can play in the back, she can play in the center of the midfield and can play a variety of different positions. She is super technical and comes to us with a lot of good youth experience."
Brohaugh was selected to the 2010 and 2011 Region III ODP as well as the 2010 and 2011 ODP Thanksgiving Interregional. She was also invited to the 2011 and 2012 Region III Europe Trip. She is coming to the Capstone with an intended major of pre physical therapy from Madison Central High School. Brohaugh will wear number 15 for the Tide.
Lauren Collins
"Hailey is very dedicated to the game of soccer," her high school coach Matt Woods said. "She is the smartest midfielder that I have ever had the pleasure of coaching. She is able to see things on the field that most players don't recognize. Hailey is extremely eager to begin learning and playing at the next level for the University of Alabama."
Collins is a 5-8 defender joining the Tide from Homewood Ala., where she attended Homewood High School. Collins was a member of the BUSA '95 ECNL team and was coached by Andrew Brower. They were back-to-back state champions in 2011 and 2012. Collins received the 2012 Defensive POY, 2011 Offensive POY and the MVP award in 2012.
"Lauren's story is unique with how we discovered her late in the recruiting process," Bramble said. "She has been a late-bloomer in the process and with that we think she has some untapped potential. We are really excited to sign Lauren and keep the Alabama connection going and have some homegrown talent on our team."
She also competed in track and recently won the 5A Indoor State Championship in the 800m. Lauren maintained a 3.9 GPA and was a member of the Beta Club, National Honor Society and Mu Alpha Theta. Collins has been accepted to the Honors College and is a UA Scholar intended on pre-med as a major. She will wear number 14 for the Tide.
Danielle Herubin
"The University of Alabama gets an outstanding individual with Lauren Collins," Coach Brower said. "Lauren is a fantastic athlete with great pace, outstanding fitness, and is one of the most improved players in our organization over the past two seasons. She is a very steady defender who is world class in the air with the ball. BUSA is very happy to see good kids like Lauren, who do things the right way have an opportunity to chase their dreams at the next level at premier destinations like the University of Alabama."
Herubin joins the squad after being a member of the UA club team where she was selected All-Region Forward and invited to walk-on this spring. The Coppell, Texas native played for the D'Feeters '93 under David Pfeil. The D'Feeters competed in nationals where they took third in 2009, the 2009 Southern Regional Champions, Premier League Champions in 2008, 2009 and 2010, state champions in 2008, and LHGCL-D1 Grand Champions in 2009 and 2010.
"She has been here at Alabama for two years," Bramble explained. "We saw her play at the D'Feeter's club, Hugh Bradford's team in Dallas, Texas, back in the recruiting process. We knew she was a good player and we have kept tabs on her and continued to monitor her progress and the timing was right to invite her to our team in the spring. She is an attacking player with great physical presence around the goal and we are excited she stuck with it and decided to join our team. "
Jordan Meier
Herubin was a scholar athlete at Coppell High School where she received Academic All-State and was National Merit Commended. She maintained this academic prowess through college where she has made the Dean's List every semester and is in the computer based honors program. She is a chemical engineering major. She will wear number 8 for the Tide.
"Dani is such a talented young lady who represented a huge part of the success for her D'feeters '93 youth team," coach David Pfeil said. "We can only believe that by the time she is finished at Alabama she will have had the same impact. We wish her and the Alabama program the best of luck."
Enrolling early to Alabama is St. Peters, Mo., native Jordan Meier, a 5-9 defender. As a representative of the St. Louis Scott Gallagher Club, Meier attended the February ID2 National Camp in 2010 as well as the May U-15 NT Camp. In 2011 she again attended the February ECNL/ID2 Camp and added the ECNL International Tour team to her resume. As a senior in 2012 Meier was part of the ECNL Sanford and the FL All-Event Teams.
"Jordan is a central defender who has a tremendous physical presence in there," said Bramble. She is calm and composed on the ball and we anticipate her having a great spring for us and really busting through the learning curve and getting off to a great start."
Auburn Mercer
At Fort Zumwalt South High School, Meier was named first team all-conference, second team all-metro and second team all-state. She also played softball at Fort Zumwalt South. Meier has been accepted to the Honors College and is a UA Scholar majoring in Engineering. She will wear number 3 for the Tide.
"Jordan has been an amazing example for all the players in the SLSG community," Coach Scott McDoniel said. "She not only possesses great physical presence on the field; strong tackler, improved ability in the air, and consistent distribution out of the back, but she is a person of value, character, and a born leader. Jordan embraces a challenge and invites pressure. Her talents on the field have improved each day as a result of her work ethic, passion, and dedication to her team, her club, and the game. We are extremely proud to have been able to know Jordan and we feel she will do amazing things for Alabama." Also coming to the Capstone as an early enrollee is Auburn Mercer, a 5-7 midfielder from Matthews, N.C., who was a teammate on the Charlotte Soccer Academy with fellow signee Caroline Alexander. Mercer was part of the Region III ODP in 2010 and again in 2011, she was showcased in the 2010 and in 2011 ODP Thanksgiving Interregional. Mercer was also on the 2011 ECNL October Phoenix All-Event Team. Mercer is on the Topdrawer Top 150 list at #58.
"Auburn is an extremely versatile player," Bramble said. "I could literally picture Auburn playing on any line on the field from the front to the back. She has a good physical presence. She can head, tackle, she can distribute the ball, can score goals, defend, so she is a well-rounded player that a spring of college soccer is going to do her a world of good and really give her a head start going into next fall."
Molly O'Keefe
Mercer prepped at Weddington High School where she upheld a 4.1 GPA and spent three years on the varsity team collecting all-state and all-conference accolades twice and was named the conference MVP. Mercer is entering Alabama pursuing an exercise science major. Mercer will wear number 19 for the Tide.
"I have had the opportunity to work with Auburn over the last three seasons after her family relocated from Florida," Coach Denton explained. "It was clear Auburn had a lot of potential and over the last three seasons we have had the opportunity to work with her and seen her develop into a very accomplished player. Auburn is a very versatile player being able to play in possession. Auburn has a great passing range, 1v1 ability and has the vision in the final to create opportunities and also score goals from midfield. I am overjoyed that Auburn is pleased with her decision to attend Alabama and I know she is very much looking forward to competing in the SEC. I am sure Auburn will do very well at Alabama."
O'Keefe will join the team in the fall as a versatile 5-10 midfielder who can also play in the back line. She comes to Tuscaloosa from Anaheim Hills, Ca., where she was on the honor roll throughout her high school career with a 4.0 at Mater Dei High School. O'Keefe was on the Strikers FC ECNL club team where she played under Alex Camargo.
Noelle Sanz
"Molly is a midfielder with a big physical presence," Bramble said. "She plays on both sides of the ball and is a really good defensive midfielder. She can really contribute to the attack with how she can distribute the ball around. She can score goals from long range, so she can really come in and be a threat for us at the midfield. It has really been good for us to keep getting kids from California with some of the best competition in the country. Week-in and week-out the competition really helps them with the transition to college soccer. We are really excited that Molly has decided to join our team."
She was an ID2 selection as well as leading the team in assists for four years. On her high school team, O'Keefe led the team in scoring in 2011. O'Keefe will be pursuing a political science major when she enrolls in the fall. She has been accepted to the Honors College and is a UA Scholar. She will wear number 18 for the Tide.
"Molly O'Keefe has excellent feet, makes good decisions, and is an excellent ball striker," Coach West said. "During her Mater Dei career, Molly has made significant contributions on and off the field that has strengthened our program. Finally, Molly's hard work in the classroom is also impressive. I'm really proud of her accomplishments at look forward to following her collegiate career."
Sanz enters her freshman year having already played on the international level. The 5-7 defender was a member of the Costa Rican Women's National Team where her first appearance was against the United States in September. The Temecula, Ca., native was also on the 2010 U-17 WC Team Costa Rica.
"We are really happy to get another player from California to add to our team out here," said Bramble. "Noelle brings the unique quality of being a dual citizen, she also has Costa Rican heritage so because of that she has been with the Costa Rican U-17 National Team. She has also recently been called up to their full team. She played on the US Gold Medal Tour, she was able to play in the game in Rochester, Minn., game against the United States and she has another call-up ahead of her. She is an outside back that comes in from the west coast mixed in with some international experience that should really help with her transition to college soccer."
Kat Stratton
In addition to soccer, Sanz participated in Track and Field as well as being an exceptional student at Charparral High School receiving the AP scholar with Honors, CSF, AP excellence Award, AP Human Geography and Academic Excellence award twice. On her prep team she was awarded the Defensive MVP two years and scholar-athlete all three years. Her intended major at Alabama is chemistry- pre-health. She has been accepted to the Honors College and is a UA Scholar. She will wear #13 for the Tide.
"Noelle is great attacking back for our team and for our club," Legends FC Director, Josh Hodges said. "Noelle has been a great teammate and I believe will be very successful at the next level."
Stratton rounds out the 2013 signing class as one of the top goalkeeping prospects in the country. The 5'11 Stratton teamed with Hailey Brohaugh on the Chicago Fire Juniors of Mississippi. In 2010, she made an impressive start to her resume putting together appearances in the U-15 National Team Player Pool, May U-15 National Team Camp, Region III ODP and the November U-15 National Team Camp. She excelled in 2011, making the Region III Europe Trip and the Region III ODP.
"Kat has had a great youth career, coming in and out of the youth national team pool," Bramble said. "As a goalkeeper her potential is unlimited. Once she gets into our daily training environment and working with Jason [Lowe] on a daily basis we really think Kat is going to blossom into a great college goalkeeper."
In 2012 she participated in the 2012 February ODP National Camp and the Region III ODP. In addition to soccer she played tennis at Tupelo High School, and maintained a GPA of 3.8, earning the recognition of the THS National Honor Society. Her brother Chris Stratton played baseball at Mississippi State and is now with the San Francisco Giants organization. She will wear number 1 for the Tide.


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