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CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas – The Texas A&M – Corpus Christi women's tennis team continued its strong start to the 2012 season on Sunday afternoon, taking a 7-0 final over Prairie View A&M to continue its six-match winning streak. The Islanders have not lost since the opening match against nationally ranked Rice.
The Islanders improved to 6-1 on the year with the win, while the Panthers fell to 2-6 after the defeat.
"I'm very proud of our girls, they have been very focused every match this year," said Director of Tennis Steve Moore. "They have great leadership and great character. They're doing a very good job of starting with a lot of energy and playing every point with intensity.
"Those are the keys to a successful season, the start is so critical and the girls are getting off to very good starts. I attribute their success to how hard they're working in practice and the great leadership they have on the team."
In doubles, Sandra Burges and Chelsea Horan allowed just one point to PVAM, taking an 8-1 final at the No. 3 position. Mirna Cicak and Doris Kuselj took an 8-3 final at No. 1 doubles, as did Mia Matuszak and Stefania Nicolae at No. 2, winning 8-3 for the doubles sweep.
In singles, Horan was the first to finish, taking a 6-0, 6-1 match at No. 5 for the 2-0 lead in favor of the Islanders. Cicak and Matuszak each picked up 6-1, 6-1 victories, with Cicak at No. 1 and Matuszak at No. 6 to clinch the match for the Islanders.
Kuselj finished off her opponent at No. 2 singles with a 6-2, 6-2 final, while Burges scored a 6-3, 6-1 win at the No. 4 position. Nicolae finished the match with a 6-3, 6-3 final at No. 3 to complete the sweep.
"Every one of these girls has improved so much since last year," said Moore. "That's what I'm really the proudest of."
Next up for the Islanders will be a Southland Conference match against the Northwestern State Lady Demons. Texas A&M – Corpus Christi is currently 1-0 in league play, with a big test coming up on March 3rd against NSU.
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Prairie View A&M vs Texas A&M - Corpus Christi
02/19/2012 at Corpus Christi, Texas
Texas A&M - Corpus Christi 7, Prairie View A&M 0
Singles competition:
1. Mirna Cicak (AMCC) def. Brittany Harrell (PVAM) 6-1, 6-1
2. Doris Kuselj (AMCC) def. Raven Lewis (PVAM) 6-2, 6-2
3. Stefania Nicolae (AMCC) def. Lerato Ndlovu (PVAM) 6-3, 6-3
4. Sandra Burges (AMCC) def. Christine Ngo Gwodog (PVAM) 6-3, 6-1
5. Chelsea Horan (AMCC) def. Jade Daniels (PVAM) 6-0, 6-1
6. Mia Matuszak (AMCC) def. Alexandria Young (PVAM) 6-1, 6-1
Doubles competition:
1. Mirna Cicak/Doris Kuselj (AMCC) def. Raven Lewis/Lerato Ndlovu (PVAM) 8-3
2. Mia Matuszak/Stefania Nicolae (AMCC) def. Brittany Harrell/Christine Ngo Gwodog (PVAM) 8-3
3. Sandra Burges/Chelsea Horan (AMCC) def. Erika Bond/Jade Daniels (PVAM) 8-1
Match Notes:
Prairie View A&M 2-6
Texas A&M - Corpus Christi 6-1


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How to Plan the Perfect Couples Massage
"One time, this married couple came in," began Monica Jaso, the director of spa operations for Swissôtel Chicago's Spa 42. "And 20 or 30 minutes into the massage, they're nice and relaxed, and it's nice and quiet, and all of a sudden you hear her call out, 'Honey? Honey, how are ya feelin'?' "And you can see his shoulders raise up a little bit, and she's like, 'How ya feelin' over there? Are you relaxed?' And he just chuckled and was like, 'Well, I was until you opened your big mouth!'" Monica chuckled, too, at the memory of the interaction. Luckily, the husband in her story wasn't bothered much, but not every spouse is as patient. The takeaway: if you're giving your partner a couples massage, you should probably have a chat before your appointment about, well, chatting. Below, Monica—a licensed massage therapist since 2008—let us in on a few other secrets to help couples get the most out of their co-massage experience. Do plan the entire day around your massage. The treatment itself may only take an hour or two, but its effects last much longer. You should expect to feel relaxed yet somewhat tired afterward, so maybe schedule that tandem bungee jump before you hit the spa. "If you're gonna do something [afterward], make it really relaxing," Monica said. You should also consider your eating schedule. "Eating beforehand is OK, but do it at least an hour before so you're not lying on a full belly," she said. "And don't have a massage at 6 o'clock and then make a dinner reservation for 7:30, because then you're rushing to get there and you're not going to enjoy that nice, relaxing massage you just had." (Read more tips on achieving massage zen.) Don't bicker before your treatment. It doesn't matter who messed up the directions to the spa or who forgot to feed the Tamagotchi—just let it go. "Try to come in a good mood," Monica advised. "It helps move things along a little better when everybody's feeling good." Do come early (or stay late) to enjoy the spa's extras. Many spas include complimentary access to saunas, pools, fitness centers, and other amenities with treatment reservations. "By all means, make use of that," Monica said. "A lot of people [don't] take advantage of those facilities." If it's a hotel spa, there may even be an onsite restaurant. If your spa doesn't have those extras, you should still show up a little early. "If you come too close to the appointment time, you might be rushing around, the therapists might be rushing around, and … you can feel that rushed energy." Monica suggested arriving 15–20 minutes before your appointment time. Do think about add-ons. Has your partner had an especially stressful time at work lately? Then ask about aromatherapy, as scented essential oils can help calm the mind better than massage alone. Is it a particularly cold day? Add hot stones (and read about them here)! Don't feel like you both have to get the same treatment. As with a solo session, couples massages should still include personalized consultations with the massage therapists. "Usually people have individual wants and needs for their own bodies," Monica said. "Someone might have shoulder tension; someone else might have just had ankle surgery and want attention on their legs." And it's not just about focus areas, either. Couples should feel free to ask for different modalities. If one person just wants to relax, Swedish is probably enough for them. If the other person wants a more therapeutic treatment, "then by all means, get the deep tissue, get the sports massage. Don't limit yourself." Do take it easy on the bubbly. A lot of spas offer champagne with couples massages, but watch your intake before and after the treatment. "If you do drink afterward, it can hit you a lot faster because your circulatory system is going a lot quicker," Monica said. A little alcohol is OK, but make sure you drink plenty of water, too. Don't assume you need a significant other. Sure, couples massages make great romantic gifts for women and men. But Monica said plenty of platonic pairs come through Spa 42's couples room—siblings, friends, mothers and daughters. "There's been more than I would have expected." The most important thing is just choosing someone you can really relax and enjoy the experience with.Read More

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Q. Why did you decide to become a teacher?
A. I loved coaching and working with kids when I was growing up. When I moved to Lake Tahoe after college, I worked as an AmeriCorps volunteer in the Incline public schools, and it really clicked for me: I knew I wanted to teach.
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Q. What are your favorite lessons to teach?
A. Writing is my favorite. First graders love to write and you can see them beginning to identify themselves as writers and as authors. It happens right before your eyes!
Q. When you were a child, what were your interests after school?
A. I took dance for many years, which has resulted in some very funny and embarrassing photos! I played tennis with my dad, learned to sail, and loved to ski.
Q. Did you ever perform in a school talent show as a child?
A. I never did, however I performed in a Kindergarten play that I remember clearly- I was one of the three blind mice! That was the highlight of my theatrical career.
Q. Teachers have summers off - how do you spend that time?
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Q. Is it hard to say goodbye to a class when they graduate to the next grade?
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Q. Can you name something that your students have taught you?
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Published: Friday, February 8, 2013 at 3:30 a.m.
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TUSCALOOSA | University of Alabama coach Dan Waters announced Wednesday that 12 student-athletes will join the Crimson Tide track and field program for the 2013-14 season. Among the signees were six recruits on the women's side and six newcomers to the men's squad.
Four of the signees are currently ranked among the top 10 nationally in their events: women's pole vaulter Lakan Taylor (2nd), men's distance runner Payton Ballard (5th in the 1,600), men's triple jumper Jeremiah Green (2nd), and triple jumper Quanesha Burks (7th).
The men's class features several of the nation's top field-event athletes led by triple jumper Jeremiah Green who is currently leads the nation in the event; distance runner Payton Ballard is the state of Alabama's top distance runner; and 2012 Arkansas state Class 5A discus and shot put champion Mark Guffin.
The women's class features Quanesha Burks of Hartselle, Ala., a seven-time Alabama state champion in the jumps and sprints; Allison Gregg of Cedar Falls, Iowa, one of the nation's top cross country runners; Olivia Ortiz, one of the nation's top distance runners from Bradenton, Fla.; Hillary Stafford, the top-ranked prep distance runner in Canada; and pole vault standout Lakan Taylor from Fort Worth, Texas, the state record holder in that event.
Men signees
Name Event(s) Hometown/High school
Anthony Averett Jumps Woodbury, N.J./Woodbury
Payton Ballard Distances Mountain Brook/Mountain Brook
Jeremiah Green Jumps Tampa, Fla./Hillborough
Mark Guffin Throws Little Rock, Ark./American Chrst.
Grant Hill Throws Huntsville/Huntsville
Conner Thompson Distances Murfreesboro, Tenn./Oakland
Women signees
Athlete Event(s) Hometown/High School
Ramona Burchell Sprints Westmoreland, Jamaica/Morrison
Quanesha Burks Jumps Hartselle/Hartselle
Allison Gregg Distances Cedar Falls, Iowa/Cedar Falls
Olivia Ortiz Distances Bradenton, Fla./Lakewood Ranch
Hillary Stafford Distances Ontario, Canada/St. Thomas Aquinas
Lakan Taylor Pole Vault Fort Worth, Texas/Boswell
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Does it seem...
Like Adrien Brody is always, kinda, posing? Or is his body just made that way? With a lean or something. Adrien and Keanu Reeves were at the 2010 Toyota Pro Celebrity Race Press Day this afternoon along with Patrick Dempsey, Christian Slater, and Brian Austin Green, among others. As you can see, they were all photographed together and only Adrien seems like he's trying to turn it into a Vogue editorial. Full Story
Sunny & Scowl
A spectacular Reese Witherspoon showed up at the Avon event in New York last night. And she knows it too. Look at that smug little face. America's Sunshine is the Avon spokesperson, and she certainly pulled it all out for the photos to make sure the Avon name gets enough play today. As for Jakey, well, he's in NYC too. Full Story
Portraits of Patrick
Gorgeous. He's in France for the LeMans 24 hour race enjoying his Grey's hiatus and the benefits of his paycheque...from the show and movies like Made of Honour. Patrick may be the perennial silver medallist in the Sexiest Man sweepstakes but having achieved a rare teen to bleak to adult success comeback in Hollywood, he - unlike so many of his female tv contemporaries - appears to have tamed the itch to overreach. Full Story
Wedding = Ratings?
What is it with the MiniVan Majority and its obsession with weddings and babies? They can't resist either. Here are photos of the cast of Grey's Anatomy shooting a mystery wedding scene today for the end of season. Get out your hankies! Ghost boyfriends, brain tumours, proposals, and now a wedding…Shonda Rhimes is trying every trick in the book to keep her show relevant when it stopped being relevant oh a year ago, maybe more? Anyway, if you do care to play photo detective, note that Ellen Pompeo/Meredith is wearing purple underneath that coat. Full Story
The best McDreamy
He was never my quiver even at the height of Grey's Anatomy. But I know he was/is for many of you. I've interviewed Patrick Dempsey – am happy to tell you in person he's even more charming. Truly lovely. And sexy too but not in a skeevy way either. It's just… hard not see his wife's bitch face, you know? Here are my favourite photos of Patrick Dempsey, ever. Full Story
Where`s Princess AssTalk…
When you actually need her??? If there was any time for Katherine Heigl to come out and run her mouth like she loves to do, it would have been yesterday as news spread of Brooke Smith's firing because ABC couldn't handle the MiniVan homo hate. And yet the Crown Princess of AssTalk has remained curiously quiet. Full Story
Dry Bitter Melon Peels needs The Secret?
Last month on my birthday I broke my goddess charm – a red string pendant I've worn around my neck for years. It was moldy and frayed and still, I had it with me on every occasion, even the dress up ones. And then I dropped it and it cracked and for an entire night I couldn't reach my mother and, paralysed with fear, I spent the evening of my 35th birthday living as though it would be my last. Full Story
The New Cloon
You're right. Many of you have complained that I don't give Mad Men enough love. True. I should. And many are even more upset that Jon Hamm isn't allotted enough quiver space. Not that I dispute it if he's yours but Jon Hamm isn't my particular loin poison. However, after watching him host Saturday Night Live this weekend, one thing is for sure: there is finally an heir to George Clooney. Full Story
Donatella or BitchFace?
Patrick Dempsey showed up at the Whitney gala last night without his scowly wife. Replacing her on his arm was none other than Donatella Versace who…well… you know what I'm about to say, I don't have to say it, because all of you are feeling it: she's raping your eyes. Full Story
Worst Emmy Couple: Patrick Dempsey & Mrs BitchFace
Another carpet, another case of the BitchFace. She tried to smile and it almost incapacitated her. My mother calls it Fu Gwa Gon: Dry Bitter Melon Peels. Her godson married a Fu Gwa Gon. Even when she's happy she looks like she's at a funeral. One day a few years ago, mother was playing mahjong and Fu Gwa Gon was sitting in her eyeline. Full Story
Waiting for Grey's
Are you? Gave up on it when it jumped the shark but Duana was like – just watch after the writer's strike and surprisingly the final 3 episodes of last season sorta brought it back. One week to go – Grey's Anatomy is back on Thursday and Meredith and Derek are finally together. Full Story


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Tuscaloosa's One Place shines light on happy marriages
Published: Monday, February 18, 2013 at 4:03 p.m.
Last Modified: Monday, February 18, 2013 at 4:03 p.m.
TUSCALOOSA | Marriage these days seems to be getting a pretty bad rap.
Fewer people are choosing to get married and while divorce rates have stabilized, the numbers are still higher than past generations.
That's why Tuscaloosa's One Place believes that it's more important than ever to slide the bad images and statistics of marriage to the side and celebrate marriage for the many positives that the union provides.
In celebration of Healthy Marriage Month, Tuscaloosa's One Place will hold its sixth annual "Legacy of Love Marriage Banquet" from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday in the fellowship hall at First Baptist Church, 721 Greensboro Ave. downtown.
Amy Crosby, relationship and marriage program coordinator for Tuscaloosa's One Place, said the event is open to couples, singles and families. The banquet will feature a catered dinner and family and humorous relationship stories from Allen Mallory, Shelton State Community College child development and family relationship professor.
Also, seven married couples at the banquet will be honored for demonstrating what a happy and long-lasting marriage can be like.
"The married couples are Mr. and Mrs. Rod Sullivan, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Edwards, pastor and Mrs. Marvin Cherry, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Belk, Mr. and Mrs. Preston Robertson, Mr. and Mrs. Willie Cabbil and Dr. and Mrs. William Scroggins," Crosby said. "We'll show videos of the couples talking about their marriages and their advice on how people can have successful marriages.
"This is to highlight the positive side of marriage," she said. "To show kids and others in our community couples to look up to and model."
Tickets for the banquet are $15 for adults and $10 for college students and children.
Tuscaloosa's One Place is a nonprofit organization that seeks to help people become self-sufficient, strengthen families and prevent child abuse and neglect.
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In 2011-12 Messi scored a jaw-dropping 73 goals for Barcelona. His phenomenal goal scoring has taken him past 234 goals for the club, making him their all-time highest goalscorer at just 24 years old. In 2012-13, in this striking new shirt, he looks certain to surpass those feats and further cement his place in history as one of the best players the world has seen.
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On June 2, 2011 the Sioux City Police Department was called to assist the Coast Guard with an individual floating on a "raft" on the Missouri River. Robert Shreeves, 40 of Sioux City, was floating on an inflatable pool down the river. He was assisted to the public boat ramp by the Coast Guard.
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I am relatively new to QCAD, pardon any terminology that is somewhat off.
I have a drawing that I imported from a manufacturer, converted from .dwg
I have been working on it, quite well, with QCAD2.2
There is a contour I need to highlight with a hatch, I followed the ebook procedure.
1. Select contour on main layer
2. Copy and paste to Hatch Outline layer
3. Select the contour on Hatch Outline Layer
4. Make Main layer active
5. Make Hatch with Hatch tool
Procedure works fine in QCAD2.2
When I try same in QCAD3Beta3, I get an error message in the console window: Loop not closed at point x1,y1
Back in the Hatch Outline layer, if I select the two adjacent entities one by one and zoom way in, the end points of both entities, shown individually, shows as x1,y1 in the coordinate window.
If I select both adjacent entities (two of 12 in the total contour) and mouse over the intersection, the blue square intersection point shows as x1,y1.
Is there a precision setting I need to modify, or is this perhaps a bug?
I really like the QCAD3 GUI and information layout.
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In his weekly radio and Internet address, Mr. Obama said he still wants a comprehensive package that deals with the debt, but he said that takes time.
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Marijuana use in the United States has gone up as the public perception of the drug's risk has gone down, according to a new United Nations report. The potency of the drug has also increased,
The World Drug Report 2014, put out by the U.N. Office on Drugs and Crime, says that worldwide, the use of marijuana has decreased. "However, in the United States, the lower perceived risk of cannabis use has led to an increase in its use," the report states. "At the same time, more people using cannabis are seeking treatment each year."
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The Lost History of Christianity by Philip Jenkins offers a revolutionary view of the history of the Christian church. Subtitled "The Thousand-Year Golden Age of the Church in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia—and How It Died," it explores the extinction of the earliest, most influential Christian churches of China, India, and the Middle East, which held the closest historical links to Jesus and were the dominant expression of Christianity throughout its first millennium. The remarkable true story of the demise of the institution that shaped both Asia and Christianity as we know them today, The Lost History of Christianity is a controversial and important work of religious scholarship that sounds a warning that must be heeded.
In this groundbreaking book, renowned religion scholar Philip Jenkins offers a lost history, revealing that, for centuries, Christianity's center was actually in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, with significant communities extending as far as China. The Lost History of Christianity unveils a vast and forgotten network of the world's largest and most influential Christian churches that existed to the east of the Roman Empire. These churches and their leaders ruled the Middle East for centuries and became the chief administrators and academics in the new Muslim empire. The author recounts the shocking history of how these churches—those that had the closest link to Jesus and the early church—died.
Jenkins takes a stand against current scholars who assert that variant, alternative Christianities disappeared in the fourth and fifth centuries on the heels of a newly formed hierarchy under Constantine, intent on crushing unorthodox views. In reality, Jenkins says, the largest churches in the world were the "heretics" who lost the orthodoxy battles. These so-called heretics were in fact the most influential Christian groups throughout Asia, and their influence lasted an additional one thousand years beyond their supposed demise.
Jenkins offers a new lens through which to view our world today, including the current conflicts in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. Without this lost history, we lack an important element for understanding our collective religious past. By understanding the forgotten catastrophe that befell Christianity, we can appreciate the surprising new births that are occurring in our own time, once again making Christianity a true world religion.
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Critical Praise
"Jenkins is one of America's top religious scholars." — Forbes
". . . persuasively and cogently argued . . . marvelously accessible for the lay reader and replete with fascinating details to help personalize the ambitious sweep of global history Jenkins undertakes. This is an important counterweight to previous histories that have focused almost exclusively on Christianity in the West." — Publishers Weekly, starred review
"In leaner, clearer prose than ever before, Jenkins outlines and analyzes this history, which few present-day Christians have even heard of. This may be the most eye-opening history book of the year." — Booklist
"Philip Jenkins' book is a tour de force in historical retrieval and reconstruction, a work of scholarly restoration that strikes an overdue balance in the story of Christianity. It is studded with insight, with the story presented in a lively and lucid style." — Lamin Sanneh, Professor of World Christianity and Professor of History, Yale University
"Philip Jenkins always writes well on very interesting topics. This time his topic is more than interesting-it is essential reading for anyone with any interest in the history of Christianity." — Rodney Stark, author of The Rise of Christianity
"...an exceptionally fine study of a great swathe of Christian history, hugely important in the Christian story but very little known. This thoughtful, elegant and learned survey will remedy the neglect of a subject which students of religion absolutely need to know about." — Diarmaid MacCulloch, Professor of the History of the Church, University of Oxford and author of The Reformation
"In this highly readable and sobering exploration of how religions - including our own - grow, falter and sometimes die, Jenkins adds a unique dimension to present day religious studies in a voice and style that non-specialists can also appreciate." — Harvey Cox, Hollis Professor of Divinity, Harvard University
"[Jenkins'] depiction of the long Christian history of Asia, Mesopotamia, and the greater Middle East is both a much-needed education and a spiritually fruitful provocation." — Books & Culture
"The Lost History of Christianity is a fascinating study of the first thousand-plus years of the Church--a Church rooted in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. We have much to learn from the tale of its reach, its particular way of being Christian, and its eventual decomposition " — Beliefnet.com (One of the Best Religious Books of 2008)
"Using his skill to discredit murky thinking and propose new understandings where the old no longer serve a good purpose, Jenkins offers yet another jewel in what is becoming a crown of paradigm-shattering studies. [This book] will amply reward your investment of time and attention." — America
"Philip Jenkins's marvelous new book...tells the largely forgotten story of Nisibis, and thousands of sites like it, which stretch from Morocco to Kenya to India to China, and which were, deep into the second millennium, the heart of the church." — The Weekly Standard
"Jenkins's well-crafted new volume...is not only a welcome addition to the literature on Christianity as a truly global religion, to which he has already made substantial contributions, but also an invitation to retrieve a forgotten chapter of history that has not inconsiderable relevance to current events." — Religion & Ethics Newsweekly
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Andy and Brandy Close of Campbellsville announce the birth of a son, Hudsen Blevins, at 8:03 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 3 at Spring View Hospital in Lebanon. He weighed 8 pounds, 10 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Grandparents are Tim and Sandy Cash and Mike and Marcie Close, all of Campbellsville.
Great-grandparents are Ruby Hines, Glenda and David Gupton, all of Campbellsville, Wanda and Clarence Perkins of Lebanon and Paul Cash Jr. of Mannsville.
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About 150 Cub Scouts from the Frontier District hosted a Cub Fun Day recently at the LaRue County Fairgrounds. The scouts, from six counties and 35 packs, earned their belt loops in archery, astronomy, map and compass, BB gun and soccer.
Pauline Parsons was honored with a 90th birthday celebration on Sunday, Oct. 5 at St. Mark United Methodist Church. The event was hosted by her three children, David Parsons, Sam Parson and Glenda Lawson.
Brady Len Hash is the 7-month-old son of Troy and Susie Hash of Campbellsville. His grandparents are Harlan and Nell Hash and Merle and Aileen Benningfield, all of Campbellsville.
Each year, the American Cancer Society hosts its Relay For Life fundraising event in cities across the nation to support the fight against cancer.
Teams of supporters gather for this overnight event to raise funds and walk all night to show their commitment to finding a cure for cancer. If you talk to cancer survivors at Relay, most will tell you that they walk not only for themselves but for their children. Their hope is that their children will never be diagnosed with cancer.
Elizabeth Ann Ferriell and Gary Mitchell Long Jr. were married on Friday, June 20 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church.
Fr. Bill Medley performed the ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of David and Laura Ferriell of Loretto. Her grandparents are Rose Hall and Dorothy Medley, both of Loretto, and the late Joseph Rollie Hall, Charles Raphael Ferriell and James Werner Medley.
The late Dr. Bobby Himes was honored posthumously during Kentucky Weslelyan College's annual alumni awards celebration on Friday, Sept. 26 at the country club in Owensboro.
Following the meal, a musical performance was given by Dr. Diane Earle and Alfred Abel.
KWC President Dr. Cheryl D. King presented the awards.
Himes' daughter, Renee Abell, accepted the Alumni Achievement Award on behalf of her father. Himes died on June 28.
Kylie Burchell celebrated her first birthday on Oct. 3. She is the daughter of Steven and Kelley Burchell of Lexington. Her grandparents are Larry and Dale Marie Burchell of Campbellsville and Mike and Candy Barber of Lexington. Great-grandparents are Beulah Burchell of Bradfordsville and Ada Thompson of New Haven.
Connor Ross Cox celebrated his fourth birthday on Oct. 11 with a Mickey Mouse party at Campbellsville Baptist Church's Christian Life Center. He is the son of Jason and Ashley Cox. His grandparents are Cary and Randall Cox, Rachel Hovious and the late David Hovious. Pictured are, from left, front: Cody Cox, Ethan Cox, Gracie Wingler, Connor, Chloe Cox, Kelsey Powell and Kyle Humphrey. Back: Taylor Cox, Austin Cox, Jordann Hovious-Cox, Hannah Humphrey, Kaylee Mann and Cameron Cox. Not pictured is Evan Long.
Grant Logan Johnson of Independence celebrated his third birthday on Sept. 20 with his parents Candi Smith and Barry Johnson, as well as his grandparents Sue and Terry Smith of Campbellsville. He was treated to a day at the Cincinnati Zoo, lunch and cupcakes. He is also the grandson of Sheila Johnson of Russellville and Billy Johnson of Kansas.
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TAHOE/TRUCKEE, Calif. — The 2012 weather clock continues to tick against what is looking increasingly likely to be a below normal winter for precipitation. But 60 years ago, residents in the Tahoe-Truckee region were battling the Storm King in what would turn out to be the second snowiest winter in regional history.
Heavy snowstorms in December 1951 had trapped hundreds of skiers and motorists during the Christmas holidays, followed in mid-January by one of the worst blizzards ever experienced on Donner Pass. That storm surge trapped a luxury streamliner passenger train full of passengers for more than three days near Yuba Gap. All 226 people on board were saved, but two men involved in the rescue efforts died while dealing with the brutal weather conditions.
In February there was a lull with slightly above normal snowfall, but then March roared in with a bang. That month's snowfall totaled 13 feet — with the Soda Springs snowpack peaking at more than 22 feet deep. Avalanches throughout the Sierra threatened communities. Near Bishop, Calif., 33 people were rescued after an avalanche destroyed their mining camp. The group had spent two days huddled in a basement fearing to leave. The snow slide hit so quickly it separated an infant from its mother and buried the child under 15 feet of snow.
Thomas Holmes, the father of the young child said, "I was outside the mill when the avalanche struck. I looked around and saw a wall of snow roaring down from the canyon walls. The houses seemed to explode. I started running toward my home, almost crazy because I was sure my wife and baby were killed." When he found his wife alive, she pointed to a towering wall of snow and said, "Our baby Michael is under that." Holmes and some friends frantically dug into the snow pile for two hours before finding the toddler. Amazingly, the child was fine.
A relieved Holmes later said, "Michael was wedged between the dogs. All were alive and uninjured. I am sure we owe our son's life to our dogs. They must have crept as closely as possible to him to protect him and keep him warm."
On Tahoe's North Shore, drifts from 15 to 20 feet buried the lake shore road. Luckily, a threatened heating oil shortage was averted when fuel tanks at unoccupied homes were tapped. At Kings Beach, nurse Audrey Welch had to shoulder a backpack of medical supplies and struggle through snow up to her neck to care for pregnant women on both sides of the state line.
The storms didn't keep the skiers away. Longtime Donner Lake resident Vi White remembered how she and her husband Carson took the train to Norden. They had to step over the telephone wires on their skis in order to reach the chairlifts at Sugar Bowl resort. The winter of '52 boasts a seemingly endless list of weather superlatives, including the deepest snowpack ever measured near Donner Pass at 26 feet, and the Summit's second greatest annual snowfall on record with 67.7 feet, just 5 inches shy of the 1938 all-time record. U.S. Highway 40 (pre-dating Interstate 80) was closed for 30 consecutive days.
Some locals blamed the exceptional snowfall on the early December 1951 eruption of the Hibock Hibock volcano in the Philippines, which blasted tons of ash and sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere. It's impossible to say whether all that particulate matter contributed to the incredible amount of snow that buried the Tahoe-Truckee region that winter, but to stranded residents the record snowpack and endless snowfall certainly seemed like an avalanche of white ash.
— Tahoe weather historian Mark McLaughlin is a nationally published author and professional speaker. His award-winning books are available at local stores or at www.thestormking.com. You can reach him at email@example.com.


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House of Prom program provides $10 dresses
Published: Tuesday, February 26, 2013 at 3:30 a.m.
Last Modified: Monday, February 25, 2013 at 11:37 p.m.
TUSCALOOSA | Friday is the last day to donate gently used formal attire for the third annual House of Prom.
House of Prom, sponsored by Midtown Village and Clear Channel's 94.1 WZBQ, provides high school girls an opportunity to purchase affordable prom dresses.
The proceeds will benefit Turning Point, a Tuscaloosa organization that helps victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
Midtown Village retailers AzWell, Bevello, Lucca, Old Navy and SOCA are collecting formal dresses, such as bridesmaid, pageant and prom dresses during regular business hours through Friday.
The donated dresses will be sold from 9 a.m-1 p.m Saturday in Suite 206 at Midtown Village, between SOCA and Shades.
All dresses will be priced at $10, and the proceeds will benefit Turning Point.
More details are available at www.midtownvillagetuscaloosa.com.
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Experience and expertise are the cornerstones of the UNC's Division of Cardiology, performing hundreds of procedures per year, and offering one of the largest cardiac rehabilitation programs in the state. Together with the UNC Center for Heart and Vascular Care, a dedicated team of physicians, surgeons and medical professionals expand the boundaries of cardiac care through education, research, prevention, and programs of leading edge care.


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Wednesday September 21, 2011
Augusta, GA--When we first heard the score of the Aquinas game Friday night and the amount of yards running back Brendan Douglas had, we said right away, player of the week. This is why, 38 carries, 359 yards and five scores in their hard fought win over Hancock Central.
It's one of the biggest explosions from around here in a long time and Douglas deserves it all. Coach Matt LeZotte says there is nobody that works harder before, during or even after practice then the junior. They actually have to tell him to go home. The game Friday wasn't a blowout and in the 4th quarter Aquinas pretty much ran just one play, give the ball to Douglas. The outcome, spectacular.
"Truly we ran pretty much just one play" said Brendan Douglas "You know it's hard to stop and if they can't stop it then you know we're not going to stop. They give me the ball I'm going to run hard so I just do my job and do what I have to do."
"It's just a tribute to his hard work" said coach Matt LeZotte "Those guys know up front, that all they have to do is hold their block for just a second and Brendan can make something happen."
Coach LeZotte also said during the game Douglas had a 30 yard TD run called back on a holding penalty, very next play, he went 40 yards for the score. Oh did we mention he had 10 tackles and a fumble recovery on defense? For those efforts, Brendan Douglas of Aquinas is our Operation Football Live player of the week.


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Official Southland Conference Release
FRISCO, Texas – Texas A&M – Corpus Christi senior Kristine Burciaga has been named the Southland Conference Women's Cross Country Athlete of the Week, announced by the conference today.
"She had a really great run this last weekend," head coach Shawn Flanagan said. "She has made a remarkable improvement in the last year or two and she has evolved into a real team leader."
In her first race of the season at the Rio Grande Valley Classic, hosted by Texas Pan-American, Burciaga teamed up with senior Julia Sambu on Friday to take the top spot at the race against 11 other relay teams.
After finishing in second place last season, the San Antonio, native, along with Sambu, ran the eight-mile race with a time of 44:02. The two had an impressive run at the event, finishing 11 seconds ahead of a pair of UTPA runners, who finished in second in 44:13.
The No. 7-ranked Islanders women's cross country team claimed four of the top five spots at the race.
This is Burciaga's first Southland Conference weekly honor. She is the first Islander female to win the award since Anne Ronoh earned the honor in 2008.
On the men's side, freshman Paul Hansel, received honorable mention accolades for his second place finish with senior Jeremy Juarez in the 12-mile relay race at the RGV Classic. The freshman-senior duo finished with a time of 37:53 behind two Islanders who crossed the line in 37:36.
The Islanders will next be in action on Fri., Sept. 16, in Houston, Texas, at the Rice Invite.
For the latest information, follow Islanders Cross Country on Twitter (@IslandersTFXC) and Facebook (Texas A&M Corpus Christi Track & Field/Cross Country).
Men's Cross Country Athlete of the Week – Tom Wade, Lamar
Honorable Mention: Alex Evans and Lewi Manirumva, McNeese State; Logan Terry, Sam Houston State; Paul Hansel, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi
Women's Cross Country Athlete of the Week – Kristine Burciaga, Texas A&M – Corpus Christi
Honorable Mention: Sam Walkow, Lamar; Tessni Carruthers and Jessica McLeod, Nicholls State; Allysa Dooley, Sam Houston State


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The FDA put a warning out in June about Zicam Nasal Gel, spray and swabs--- after individuals reported losing their sense of smell or taste.
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The FDA's action affects Zicam's three intranasal products that contain zinc. The three Zicam products claim to reduce the duration of the common cold and the severity of cold symptoms.
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Possible art for the High Line: a hanging train MAR 27 2012
The group in charge of the High Line in NYC is considering a permanent installation for the park by Jeff Koons. It is called Train.
Yes. Yes, yes, yes. Love it, make it happen. The NY Times has more.
"We've had a crush on the 'Train' for a while now," Mr. Hammond said in a phone interview on Monday. "To me, it looks very industrial and sculptural. The craftsmanship that went into these industrial engines is quite beautiful."
The sculpture, to be constructed of steel and carbon fiber, would weigh several tons. It would also occasionally spin its wheels, blow a horn and emit steam.
In a statement, Mr. Koons said, "The power and the dynamic of the 'Train' represents the ephemeral energy that runs through the city every day."
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CEF, welcome!! I am an expert on impatience. Look over the training plans online for race lengths like 10k or half marathon and see how the experts advise you to do it. Pick one you can live with and STICK TO IT!! (shouty because that's the hard part).
GUESS WHO JUST GOT A BIB FOR THE AF HM THIS SATURDAY!!!????? I did I did I did Doing my happy dance before this **** gets serious.
Mary Kay
Running: Started 5/6/2011; Graduated C25k - 7/21/11; Graduated B210k - 11/24/11;
PRs: 5k - 36:42; 8k - 1:10; 4.15 m - 53.41; 10k - 1:18; HM - 2:56:31
I may be slow but I'm persistant.
Goals: 5k under 30 min.; HM under 2 hr.; AG award in the USAF HM! and one full marathon.
It won't be easy but it will be worth it!
@ mkayc: So jealous of the AF HM! I tried to sign up but was too late this year. I will be there in 2013, plus I will be 50 then, since I turn the magic number this November. I live in SC, but my brother lives in Columbus, so it will be a family visit/HM trip.
@ all: Nice thread. I started running three years ago. My wife is a life-long runner, and I decided that since she wasn't going to stop, and actually seemed to be enjoying that stuff, I may as well join her. Have now run dozens of 5K, many 10K and one HM. I have been a very active cyclists since the late 80s, but have to admit that I am thoroughly enjoying the running scene. I am also a running shoe junkie, with dozens of bright shoes around my bed and in my closet. I typically run 3-5 times per week, usually between 3-4 miles, around a 9:30 pace, both on the ground and on the TM. I personally love the Higdon plans. They give me a goal, and I get to check them off as I get them done!
My motivation? I don't want to look like, or act and feel like, the majority of my co-workers
BTW, I passed the guy before crossing the finish line. Bet he hated getting "chicked" by an OLD HEN! LOL
Marie from Tennessee
Training for Disney 2013 Goofy Challenge.....Yes, I'm certifiably CRAZY!
61 year olds must be out of their minds to run a half marathon followed by a full the next day!
Disney Half Marathon 1/7/2012 2:37:59
Bear Hunt 5K 9/24/11 28:28 pb
Trojan Trek Trail 5K 8/6/11 31:45
Expo 10K 5/28/11 1:01:28,
Expo 10K 5/26/12 1:05:39
Eastman 10K 9/8/2012 1:01:11 pb
"Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us." Hebrews 12:1
Marie: Bet it felt great to "chick" that guy. WTG. You look a lot fresher than he does. What is the square-shaped thing attached to the left side of your top?
azdrawdy: Welcome to our forum. I'm glad you're doing both biking and running. They're great complements to each other.
Rest day today, then Fox Valley HM tomorrow. Leaving here at 5AM to pick up a friend, then about an hour's drive. Forecast is for a nice cool morning, so a 7AM start will be good. I'm running with a 2:15 pacer, so I hope I can stay with her and feel strong enough in the last two miles to go ahead of her and PR.
Completed in 2012:
The Qualifier HM, Midland MI, May 2012, 2:58, 80+ degrees
Dam to Dam 20K, Des Moines, IA, June 2012, 2:17, PR for this race
Garry Bjorklund HM, Duluth, MN, June 2012, 2:20
Fox Valley HM, St. Charles, IL, 9/16/12, 2:23
Des Moines HM, 10/21/12, 2:19
Tentative plans for 2013:
Wisconsin (Half) Marathon, Kenosha, WI 5/4/2013 (registered)
Dam To Dam 20K, Des Moines, 6/2/2013 (registration opens March 20th)
Grandma's (Half) Marathon, Duluth, MN, 6/22/2013 (if I get picked again in the lottery)
Des Moines HM, 10/20/2013 (registered)
Welcome! GREAT RACE!!! Well organized, good site, friendly crowd, and great swag!
Will write later but did 13.2 in 3:10 and could have come in under 3 if not for hammy. Great day so far!!
Mary Kay
Running: Started 5/6/2011; Graduated C25k - 7/21/11; Graduated B210k - 11/24/11;
PRs: 5k - 36:42; 8k - 1:10; 4.15 m - 53.41; 10k - 1:18; HM - 2:56:31
I may be slow but I'm persistant.
Goals: 5k under 30 min.; HM under 2 hr.; AG award in the USAF HM! and one full marathon.
It won't be easy but it will be worth it!
Marie they always say a picture is worth a thousand words. Way to go. not sure how you felt but you look fresh. The guy looks like he's in serious pain.
mKay Way to tough it out Hammyand all......
Steve Best of luck on your race. looking forward to your report.
Azdrawdy Welcome That's a great motivator .
As for me today I learned three things.
1. I can complete a 26 mile training run.
2. 26 miles is a lot further than 13
3. I have the best supportitive wife in the world.
Three weeks to race day It's Taper Time Woooowhoooo!!!!!
2012 Races: Tony from Florida
Jan.7,2012 Walt Disney World Half Marathon Orlando FL 02:09:14 PR
Oct 7 2012 Chicago Marathon Chicago Illinois 05:17:43
Feb 10, 2012 Rock N Roll Half Marathon St Petersburg FL
2011 Races:
Started running at 58 ( Nov 23rd 2010)
Half Marathon Results
Oct 31,2011 Fl Halloween Halfathron 02:18:22
Sept 4, 2011 Dodge Rock 'n' Roll Virgina Beach Half Marathon 02:28:20
April 30,2011 Country Music Half Marathon Nashville TN 02:56:02
Marie-great job on the finish. I was thinking the same thing about Mr 318! I hate those finish line cameras. I always look like I'm about to keel over!
Steve-good luck in the Fox Valley race; you had me thinking you were on the wrong date, then I saw the city. The 'Fox Cities' marathon and HM are next Sunday in Appleton, WI.
Mary Kay- way to tough it out. Hope the hammy can fully recover now...
Tony-great job on the 26 miler! Best of luck in Chicago.
I finished the WO-ZHA-WA HM today in 2:37:45 by my timer (no chip), just over 12m/mi. I copied your idea Tony, doing 60/30 for first 3 miles, then 2:1 most of the rest of the way. I'm sure you're right, Tony, 26.2 is a lot further than 13.1! I have one more chance for a long run in 2 weeks to decide if I'm signing up for HM or FM on 10/21. We will see.
Way to keep working it gang. Run strong and safe!
Dan-started running 1/29/2011 at age 57
notable 2012 runs:
Crazylegs Classic-Madison-8K--4/28/2012--00:52:14
Roxbury Rural Run--5K--5/5/2012-- 29:32-PR
Haslanger Classic--10K--8/4/2012--1:06:19 PR
WO-ZHA-WA Run--HM--9/15/2012--2:37:45
Honky Tonk Marathon- Wisconsin Dells- 10/21/2012-5:39:09
2013 runs:
Fleet Feet New Year's Day Dash-8K-1/1/2013--54:23
Door County HM- 5/4/2013
Fox Cities HM- 9/22/2013 (60thBD!)
Marie, got say ditto on the picture. That guy looks like he's in world of hurt. You look fresh, better training!
MKay, Congrats on the finish. Now, take it easy and let the hamstring heal (easy not off, turn down the intensity)
Dan, Way to go! Congrats.
Tony, 26 miles - just boggles my mind.
As part of my 10K training, the scheduled called for a 10 mile run. Did that on Wednesday. Since it felt pretty good, decided to join my wife doing a 1/2 marathon today.
Figured it would be a good workout and a chance to make up for a less then satisfying (at least for me) 1/2 in April, where I ended up hurting my left achilles. Goal for the race was a 1:55 with a stretch of 1:50. The course was 3 laps around Lake Merced in SF. Hit lap 1 in under 38 and started thinking about a sub 1:50. Lap 2 finished in around 1:15. Last lap included a shortcut to keep us around 13.1 and was able to bring it in at 1:48:33 by my watch. Official time would be around 1:48:35 +/- 2 seconds. Don't know if it's the high of running well, but I feel pretty good. Wife got second in her AG and well under 2:00. All in all a successful day.
Run strong!
Marie, I loved the pic of you racing because he looks so pathetic and it's a great metaphor for life. We all run our own races, finishing ahead or behind our past records. This guy had no reason to focus his finish on whether you passed him; he's clearly gassed out and lucky to be standing. Men get a little physical advantage in running too so comparing his race to yours makes things only worse for him. You look fresh and are running with power. You obviously ran well and deserved an earlier finish.
Tony, you are such an inspiration! 26 mi training run is awesome!! You will have a fantastic race!! enjoy the rest and store that strength.
Ray, Great Job!! That's the first time I've heard of someone running a HM to train for a 10k. You and your wife are pretty darn fast!!
Good race to you next weekend, Steve!!
My race was good. My friend, Scott found me and had pre-race jitters so I was conscious that I didn't. I just felt unbelievably happy and lucky to be running. I wasn't going to be able to push because I didn't intend to risk a post-race injury and give my naysayers fodder. Friday Dr. B (obese and over 50) said, "Do you really think it's wise to be running at your age?" So time didn't matter, and I knew if I was hurting, I could walk and still finish. I started with 1:1 run walk and felt strong until m.4 when the top of my hamstring, the part in your butt, started shouting but it was just annoying. By 9 the pain was screaming and the whole leg felt alien so I switched to 30:30. That worked for awhile but around 11 it seemed my walking was faster than running and I think I was limping so I reluctantly walked the rest. If I had been able to do the last half of the race as I did the first half, I could have finished in under 3 hrs. so I was disappointed about that but I did get a PR out of it; finished in 3:10. Knowing my record for getting lost, Scott showed me the finish line as we came into the race area. Such a good idea!! Once again the course looped around before the end but this time I was prepared. YAY! Before finishing we could hear them calling everyone's name as they finished and telling facts about them like "This is Mike's first full marathon" or "Bob just ran a personal best" as they crossed and I was worried because I was a 39 yr old named Jeffrey, a modern medical miracle, but the announcer just ignored me. Whew. Even though I napped, I didn't feel like partying last night and today have some stiffness and ache but was able to do a very short trail run so feeling optimistic that I can finish the trail HM in two weeks. Fingers crossed.
For those thinking of this race, I loved it for lots of reasons. It was really well organized. Wright Patterson AF base is huge but there were people everywhere telling you where to go and everything was well marked. The freeway had a lit sign, "For the AF Marathon, take exit...." Parking was in a field but was marked off with colored and numbered flags. Instructions said to be on base two hours before start and it was perfect timing to navigate the line of incoming cars (think high season Disney), the parking lot, the starting area, the bathroom lines, and see the flyovers (yess!) and opening ceremony (skydivers with flags to live music). And the base was quite impressive with the museum and planes and memorial park and sheer size. Other good things: 1) Inside bathrooms at the start and in two places along the course and plenty of porta pots; 2) Only runners, scenery and volunteers on the course; 3) One half mile (at 10) of public cheering; 4) Lots of water, gatorade, gels, bars, and sponges; 5) Lots of monitors on atvs, bikes and in vehicles who evicted people if they weren't authorized or if they violated rules (and cared for injured); 6) A really well-behaved crowd (any wonder?); and 7) A truly flat and fast HM course. The one downside was adjusting to taking everything you need in this plastic bag they give out at pickup because it's a long walk back to parking. I didn't get the picture so I was packing with morning brain as I left the car. I forgot my Motoactiv and earphones!! I have NEVER run without tunes!! It was thirty min before start when I realized I didn't have them and would have to miss the opening ceremony and maybe the start to rush back for them. I figured this was a great time to try enjoying the race atmosphere and I never missed them once. Come January, I will be registering to run this again and hope to make it a tradition.
Mary Kay
Running: Started 5/6/2011; Graduated C25k - 7/21/11; Graduated B210k - 11/24/11;
PRs: 5k - 36:42; 8k - 1:10; 4.15 m - 53.41; 10k - 1:18; HM - 2:56:31
I may be slow but I'm persistant.
Goals: 5k under 30 min.; HM under 2 hr.; AG award in the USAF HM! and one full marathon.
It won't be easy but it will be worth it!
Hi, just thought I'd drop by and see how everyone was doing and let you know I haven't dropped off the face of the Earth. I might've mentioned in passing that I was having some back problems back in May/June that I thought were going to go away once I got my workstation adjusted at work. Well, in late July I had a complete meltdown – all my core muscles hurting and uncooperative so I missed a day of work and had to take bear tranquilizers for a week. I'm not out of the woods yet and it's really frustrating. Every time I seem to be getting over it I have a relapse, or the trouble moves to a different muscle group. I've still been able to keep up the running because I still seem to be fine with that, though my mileage has been pretty wimpy. The whole experience has left me feeling very fragile, which I hate. Bleh. I did manage to get up to Hopiland over Labor Day weekend for the Louis Tewanima Footrace, though I switched from the 10K to the 5K. The field was very young, so I copped 3rd place in my age group despite a rather poor time. Growing old has some advantages after all! Anyway, thanks for letting me vent here.
Has anyone tried Bikram Yoga? There's a studio just opened up near me offering a special. I thought it might be helpful because they heat the room beforehand. The gym where I do BodyFlow is air conditioned and I sometimes get foot cramps on that cold floor.
Marie, way to go on the finish!
Suzee, great news on your fundraising and enjoy your taper!
Dan et al, looking forward to hearing how everyone's races went this weekend.
6/3/12 Maraton Rapa Nui 5:00:49 (PR)
10/16/11 Istanbul Eurasia Marathon 5:10:25
Yesterday's Fox Valley HM was not as good as I had hoped, but still not bad. The weather was excellent, starting with low 50s at the 7AM start and probably low 60s when we finished. I wore shorts, a short-sleeved top and arm warmers that I pushed down to my wrists after a few miles. Some people wore tights which I think they regretted fairly soon. I also saw a collection of long-sleeved tops at the finish line that runners had discarded at various points and that the volunteers had picked up. I hope these will might be washed and, if still decent, given to homeless shelters or similar organizations. That's what they do at the Des Moines Marathon.
This race had three parts: full and half marathons and a 20-miler for those who are doing the Chicago Marathon next month and want a final long tuneup run. Total entrants were 2,900. They have kept the total fairly small because of parking limitations in the downtown area. We started in waves of 100, 30 seconds apart, which really lessened the starting line congestion and made it much easier to settle into a good early pace. What I had not anticipated were some early short and steep hills that I struggled on even more than usual because I was not yet warmed up and into any kind of rhythm. Many runners find their pace and rhythm early on, but it takes me a few miles, so those early hills were not my friends. As a result, I lost touch with my pacer after only about four miles and could not catch up.
The course was good, starting in downtown and running on streets for the first few miles, then moving to the trail that runs along the Fox River. There were several long stretches with few or no spectators, very quiet and scenic, which made for easy running. We stayed on that trail for the most part until we got to about seven miles where we crossed the river and went back north. The full marathoners and 20-milers continued south. The last mile or so looped through a beautiful park next to the river, then we did the last short piece to the finish line. There were plenty of water stops and medical tents along the route, so that I skipped a few and drank from the bottle I was carrying. I had gels with me too. I ran out of tissues at about halfway, so I stopped at one of the medical tents at eight or nine miles to restock. Note to self: carry more next time.
My finishing time was a disappointing 2:23, eight minutes behind my goal time and nine slower than my PR. I think without those hills, I could have done two or three minutes faster. However, my time was good enough for third in my AG (M65-69) out of seven. As we all know, we old people have small age groups. Overall I was not displeased with the day. I set my PR at Grandma's Marathon in 2011, but that was a flat, point-to-point course with a tailwind, so any comparison is unfair.
My post-race meal after I got home was pizza and chocolate milk. I was disappointed that there was no chocolate milk or something similar at the finish, but that's not my decision. Also, there were thousands of plastic water bottles, but no separate bins marked for recycling. I hope someone went through the trash cans to pull them out for reuse rather than sending them to a landfill.
I continue, as I think we all do, to be pleased that I (we) can still be out there training and competing. I feel so blessed not to be saddled with the health problems that plague so many people our age and I look forward (again, as I think we all do) to being able to do this for a lot more years. I have one more HM next month in Des Moines. We will get to see our granddaughter again; she will be just shy of two months old and I know she will look a lot different that she did when we first saw her at 10 days old. My son had planned to do the full marathon but he has dialed back to the half due to a lack of training.
Congratulations to all (Mary Kay, Dan and everyone else) who raced this past weekend. Today is a rest day for me and probably a 30-mile bike ride with friends tomorrow.
I have to go to the store now: I'm almost out of chocolate milk.
Completed in 2012:
The Qualifier HM, Midland MI, May 2012, 2:58, 80+ degrees
Dam to Dam 20K, Des Moines, IA, June 2012, 2:17, PR for this race
Garry Bjorklund HM, Duluth, MN, June 2012, 2:20
Fox Valley HM, St. Charles, IL, 9/16/12, 2:23
Des Moines HM, 10/21/12, 2:19
Tentative plans for 2013:
Wisconsin (Half) Marathon, Kenosha, WI 5/4/2013 (registered)
Dam To Dam 20K, Des Moines, 6/2/2013 (registration opens March 20th)
Grandma's (Half) Marathon, Duluth, MN, 6/22/2013 (if I get picked again in the lottery)
Des Moines HM, 10/20/2013 (registered)
Great job, Steve! Love that time!! BTW, in the Males 65-69, 46 ran the HM and 34 ran the full at the AF marathon.
Mary Kay
Running: Started 5/6/2011; Graduated C25k - 7/21/11; Graduated B210k - 11/24/11;
PRs: 5k - 36:42; 8k - 1:10; 4.15 m - 53.41; 10k - 1:18; HM - 2:56:31
I may be slow but I'm persistant.
Goals: 5k under 30 min.; HM under 2 hr.; AG award in the USAF HM! and one full marathon.
It won't be easy but it will be worth it!
MKay,Steve GREAT reading all those race reports.
Ray what's the secret? You and your wife ran that HM pretty darn fast. way To Go
2012 Races: Tony from Florida
Jan.7,2012 Walt Disney World Half Marathon Orlando FL 02:09:14 PR
Oct 7 2012 Chicago Marathon Chicago Illinois 05:17:43
Feb 10, 2012 Rock N Roll Half Marathon St Petersburg FL
2011 Races:
Started running at 58 ( Nov 23rd 2010)
Half Marathon Results
Oct 31,2011 Fl Halloween Halfathron 02:18:22
Sept 4, 2011 Dodge Rock 'n' Roll Virgina Beach Half Marathon 02:28:20
April 30,2011 Country Music Half Marathon Nashville TN 02:56:02
Nice report on the AF HM. Good job on completing it! Looking forward to them opening up registration, and I really badly want a USAF finisher's medal.
What a great pic, Marie! You are looking so fresh and cool, and that guy looks like when Roseanne Rosanadanna says "I thought I was going to DIE"!!! LOL!!! Steve, it looks like a pretty pink GymBoss (run:walk interval timer) that Marie has clipped to her top.
I just love coming here to read all the race stories and I learn something from every one!
I had my long, 20-mile training run last Sat. I could have run with my training group but it would have involved an hour drive each way, and I just wanted to dig in and get it done, which is what I did, on the streets near my home that I have been doing most of my runs on. I was so thankful for the cool, crisp fall morning and started out just before daybreak. 4 hrs. later I was done, and not feeling too awfully bad! I'm so glad to have that behind me and to know that the "experts" believe that if I can run 20 I can finish the marathon.
When I got home, my feet were sore, which surprised me because they didn't hurt when I was running and they've never bothered me before. Then, the discomfort (wouldn't really call it pain) moved up to my knees, again which didn't bother me during the run, but they responded nicely to a couple of ice packs. That night and into the next day my hips started to get sore, and they responded well to some foam rolling and ibuprofen. Since it seemed that everything was moving upward I was half expecting a headache, but luckily that didn't happen and I had a good 5 mile run last night. The first 1/4 mile last night I felt a little like the tin man, all sore and creaky, but warmed up pretty quickly.
Now I'm getting really excited for Chicago! I confirmed my hotel room and am looking for the race packet to arrive in the mail any day - they said they were being mailed mid-September. That will REALLY make it real!!!
Sue P. (age 57)
Started running January, 2012
First Marathon, Chicago 10/7/12 - 5:53:31
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Seems that old injury prone has been from Holland has usurped Potato Head.
ha ha ha ha
This story, just like all the rest, is complete #$%$.
No-one knows what's going on between United and Rooney, least of all reporters.
Of course not.
But what's the harm in enjoying their attempts at creating a story?!
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Set a goal, challenge yourself, and stay motivated.
by Guest Blogger Kelsey Bradshaw
When I started college last year, I was beyond certain that the dreaded "Freshman Fifteen" I'd heard so much about was a myth. "That won't happen to me," I reasoned. "I've always been skinny."
Fast forward to the next month. After several weeks of all-you-can-eat dorm food, making poor life choices with my liver every weekend, and definitely not running every day like I did in high school, my jeans had definitely gotten considerably tighter. Occasionally I'd hop on the treadmill, but the weather was getting colder and staying in bed watching The Office always looked more attractive. Besides, weren't sweatpants invented for Pumpkin Spice Latte-fueled waistline expansion?
Once I started wearing sweatpants more often than jeans to class, though, my inner fashionista was horrified. It was time to make all of my jeans fit comfortably again.
The first thing I did was see if there was any possible way I could get in shape while avoiding the gym. There's only so many times you can do the treadmill-abs-dumbells routine. So my friend and I signed up for the most tortuous thing we could think of: cycling class. Now, getting into shape was turning into a challenge, and if it's one thing I love, it's a goal that takes some work to complete.
And some work it did take. I made a new running playlist, I bought a new running jacket so I could run without my limbs freezing off, and I even made my friends go to the gym with me so I'd have company. I stopped thinking about working out as something I had to do, but rather something that was rewarding and – dare I say it? – fun.
Once I had gotten back into shape, I started going with my sister to this gym she was absolutely crazy about. This new phenomenon, Crossfit, uses intense bursts of cardio and strength training to create workouts filled with pushups, rope climbs, box jumps and pullups that last about an hour and will make you sore for the next two weeks. Needless to say, I was hooked.
Finally, I tweaked my diet. I cut back on all of my wintery comfort foods and starting choosing healthy snacks like fruit and granola instead of cupcakes. It was a rough switch, but not only did I look better, I felt better, and that's what truly matters.
The one thing that kept me going through all of this was the fact that I set a goal to get in shape, and finally feeling healthy again made all of the rainy runs and sweaty cycling classes worth it. Not to mention the satisfaction of fitting into all of my favorite jeans again…and then a new pair as a reward!
So there you have it: my wintery saga of how I managed to stay in shape despite Pumpkin Spice Lattes, eggnog concoctions, and frostbitten Oregon weather. You can do it too! Tell us: how do you stay in shape as the months grow colder?


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February 28th - The Annadale - Sydney
March 1st - The Hi-Fi - Melbourne
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February 28th - The Annadale - Sydney
March 1st - The Hi-Fi - Melbourne
Check out this photo of Brendon and Spencer after their show in Birmingham. Click HERE to see more photos from their tour.
Photo by Zack Hall
Watch the commercial for the all new Chevy Sonic that features the Fun. song 'We Are Young' from the upcoming album Some Nights.
Ryland and Gabe of Cobra Starship sat down with Rolling Stone to chat about the amazing chart success of their single 'You Make Me Feel' from Night Shades. Watch the interview HERE!
Our friends in The Hush Sound are getting back together for two shows next month in Chicago so we decided they'd be a great choice for our Sunday Night Music Club. HERE is the song 'Don't Wake Me Up' featuring guest vocals by Patrick Stump of Fall Out Boy from the band's second album Like Vines - released by Fueled By Ramen and Decaydance in 2006.
I looked in the dark
The room calm and cold
And quiet hollow
I am such a haunted soul
Your ghost has gone to bed
It's all cold
Look for The Hush Sound at Chicago's Bottom Lounge on February 3rd and 4th. Click HERE for tickets!
Well... It's been about 4 months since we've written to you guys. Awkward! But honestly, this "off-time" has set the record for the longest amount of time we've ever spent off since before the couple of weeks we spent making our 1st full length album back in 2005.
Don't kid yourself though. It hasn't been all hangs and no hard work!
What the three of us want you to know is we are headed to Los Angeles next week to meet with a whole mess of really incredible producers. And we are - basically - bringing you along with us to find the one that will help us create our 4th full length album.
So, we're taking a video camera with us to producer meetings, hotel recording sessions, and all of our LA adventures.
Click HERE to get 15% off all items in Sublime With Rome's Online Store through Sunday. Pick up cool items like the Band Photo Lithograph featured here. And don't forget to tune in to HDNet tomorrow night at 11:15pm to catch a full live set from the band's Chicago show last summer!
Check out the Up The Anti Volume 1 mixtape from the new Pete Wentz and Spencer Peterson project. The mixtape remixes Gym Class Hereos songs 'Ass Back Home' and 'Stereo Hearts' as well as the Cobra Starship song '#1Nite.' Click HERE to listen to the Black Cards Remix of '#1Nite' and download the full mixtape HERE!


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Powerball jackpot rises to $325 million
Published: Thursday, November 22, 2012 at 9:13 a.m.
Last Modified: Thursday, November 22, 2012 at 9:13 a.m.
ORLANDO, Fla. — None of the tickets sold for the Powerball game Wednesday evening matched all six numbers drawn, which were:
Powerball: 26
(eight, eighteen, twenty-four, thirty, thirty-nine; Powerball: twenty-six)
Players matching all five numbers and the Powerball would have won or shared the $250 million jackpot. The prize goes to an estimated $325 million for Saturday.
Tickets that match the first five numbers, but miss the Powerball, win $1 million each, and there were two of those. They were sold in: Georgia(1) and New York(1).
There was one Power Play Match 5 winner in Texas(1).
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