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"The program was created to form a community of leaders with a common understanding of the Vincentian charism and provide them with the tools for developing and expressing spirituality," offers Sr. Carol Padilla, DC, vice president, Mission Integration for DCHS. "We also prepare leaders to mentor others as leaders in Catholic Vincentian health care." Charism is considered a gift of grace bestowed by the Holy Spirit. Vincentian charism refers to the teachings of St. Vincent de Paul which are rooted in service and ministry to those living in poverty.
The Leadership Formation Program not only enlightens the participants, but enriches the entire organization as well. "Our associates who complete this course deepen their involvement with the Mission and values of DCHS," says President and CEO Robert Issai. "Participants learn how to make ethical business decisions along with a basic understanding of ethical clinical decisions. These are critical skills to acquire in health care today."
The graduates included DCHS associates from various departments such as financial reporting, family health, oncology and orthopedics, pharmacy, surgical services, as well as pastoral care. According to graduate Fr. Rory Murphy, Director, Spiritual Care Services at Seton Medical Center, the program enriched his commitment to the DCHS Mission. "This program gave me the opportunity to understand more deeply and embrace what makes DCHS distinctly different from other hospital or business cultures," he offers. "We explored many things including our Vincentian spirituality and I found this to be extremely valuable to me in my work."
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Three Fed Chairman meet publicly first thing Monday morning to boost easing as a way of kick starting our economy, easing all the way out to another round 2013, well into 2014. Evans, Williams and Bernookie.
This is a direct contravention of non voting putz Philly Fed Cheese Plotzfurgle's "oh yeah? QE is the chitz, and your little dog too" diatribe that sent the markets into the crapper for days--and the beginning of 4th Quarter and reporting of third quarter results--an attempt to manipulate anybody south of good news now, good news later in those corporate reports. Trying to ween those manipulative bastids away from good news now, but we expect the economy to tank next year to lower expectations so they can sit on their hands and collect stock options may be a futile gesture, but, the gestures I am thinking about are futile and not very satisfying anyway.
Well invest in KY futures, your $100K salary is going to buy $50 K worth of stuff in five, not 12 years as the dollar has been declining at 6% a year since 1971--figure $3000 gold and $100 silver in 60 months.
And figure there is so much on the plate next week, technicals are going to matter, simply because functionals are so immensely info packed, you want to look at what the market does, rather than what any particular data bit is.--with a look over the shoulder at what is going on why.
it is 33 months or less, but you are correct on the figures. I am seeing $3500 and $144. We shall see
corrections do happen.
globex opened down, sydney following suit.
USD index over 80. Do not worry the Bernanck will fix everything.
myself no stop loss or trailing stops .
Sentiment: Hold
Looks like the Bernank and the other two Fedistas speaking this morning have the attention of the market. Big pop early morn.
Bernookie squeaks. This is going to get nauseatingly technical up and down....get out the dramamine.
Where's Bernookie? I have been misled? Nope, the data appears to be more waffly--still today, time uncertain, the subject is QE3, and when and where #$%$ knows, but it is today.
Rats and double rats.

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He was arrested Friday night after Castleton police and Vermont State Police were called to 2317 Route 30 North for a complaint that a fight was in progress and a woman crying, according to court records.
At the scene, Kittredge allegedly denied that anyone was in the apartment with him and he told police they would need a warrant to enter his residence. But after seeing blood and scratches on his arms and clothing, police told the Kittredge they were entering the home under exigent circumstances to check on the welfare of anyone else inside.
In a back bedroom occupied by a pitbull, police say they found a woman with a severe eye laceration and bruises hiding in a corner.
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With Halloween just a few candy corns away, it's time to turn our attention to the steadfast jack-o'-lantern. Whether you want to use a template -- like this one and others designed by Bay Area News Group graphic artists -- or strike out on your own, here are some basic tips for making it monstrously good fun.
Picking a pumpkin
It doesn't matter if you visit a pumpkin patch or go to the grocery store, you'll still want to look for pumpkins that are large and ripe, have smooth surfaces and at least a 2-inch stem. (Stemless, dented and bruised pumpkins may already be in decline.) If you plan to light your jack-o'-lantern with a candle, the pumpkin should be at least 9 inches high. Also, lighter-colored pumpkins are easier to carve because they're softer.
Carve it well
Here's a pumpkin-carving primer from Disney FamilyFun magazine:
Consider a fake
If you get sad watching your jack-o'-lantern morph into a hideous shrunken head, consider a synthetic pumpkin.
Carvable polyurethane pumpkins look like the real thing and are available at most craft stores. They come in different shapes and sizes, and will last for years. You can even use our templates on them.
Candles are off-limits, though, so if you want it to glow, use electric lights or glow sticks.
We've created a variety of templates to make your carving simple yet spectacular.
Finishing it up
Start at the center of the design and work to the outside.
Always carve at a 90-degree angle, and keep your saw perpendicular to the pumpkin's surface.
Keep it fresh
Carved jack-o'-lanterns are short-lived, so it's best to carve no earlier than a day or two before Halloween. (Or, carve early in the season for practice and then again close to Halloween.
Seal in moisture by coating all cut surfaces with petroleum jelly or vegetable oil, or cover the pumpkin with a damp towel when not on display. Better yet, keep carved pumpkins in the fridge during the heat of the day.
Spare the knife
If you don't want to deal with the mess, consider painting a pumpkin instead, or sticking Mr. Potato Head adornments in it.
Young children may do better with stickers, tempera paint or markers to decorate their pumpkins. It's safer, and the pumpkins will last longer.
Say cheese
Use one of our templates, snap a picture and upload it at www.MercuryNews.com/holidays.
Here are some tips for taking pictures of your creations.
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GUN BARREL CITY (May 1, 2013)—The City Council in Gun Barrel City in East Texas has passed a resolution encouraging homeowners to own firearms.
The council approved the measure on April 23.
It urges residents to have weapons in their homes, "together with ammunition," but provides exemptions, such as for those with a mental disability or who "conscientiously oppose" having a weapon.
The city is steeped in firearms; it's logo features two revolvers and the motto is, "We'll shoot straight with you."
Mayor Paul Eaton said Wednesday the vote was meant to support the constitutional right to own a firearm.
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Hospital warns public after heroin over dose spikeUPDATED 8:25 PM EDT Apr 29, 2014
Officials with Fletcher Allen Health Care alerted WPTZ after 8 people came in Tuesday suffering from heroin overdoses in Burlington. No one died, but officials say that's as many overdoses as they usually see in a two to three month span. They suspect a potent batch of heroin is making its rounds in the community, and add they do not condone use of the illegal drug but felt it was necessary to warn the public.Video Transcript
BREAKING NEWS -- A SURGE IN HEROIN OVERDOSES AT FLETCHER ALLEN. I'M STEPHANIE GORIN. AND I'M GEORGE MALLET. TODAY THE HOSPITAL IS SEEING AS MANY CASES AS ARE ORDINARILY SEEN IN A PERIOD OF MONTHS. WE'VE BEEN COLLECTING MORE INFORMATION -- AND BRIDGET SHANAHAN HAS THE LATEST. BRIDGET ? EIGHT HEROIN OVERDOSES IN THE E-R, TODAY, ALONE. FLETCHER ALLEN SAYS THAT'S WHAT THEY NORMALLY GET IN THE SPACE OF TWO OR THREE MONTHS. AND THEY ARE REALLY WORRIED THAT EVEN MORE CASES WILL COME POURING IN TONIGHT AND OVER THE NEXT FEW DAYS. THAT IS WHY THE HOSPITAL IS AGGRESSIVELY TRYING TO GET THE WORD OUT. THEY SUSPECT THERE IS SOMETHING WRONG WITH THE LATEST BATCH OF THE ILLEGAL DRUG. WHILE THEY OBIIOUSLY DO NOT WANT TO ENCOURAGE HEROIN USE... AND NO ONE HAS DIED THAT THEY KNOW OF ... THEY WANT USERS TO KNOW THAT THIS SHIPMENT SEEMS TO BE ESPECIALLY DANGEROUS. Dr. Stephen Leffler Health Care 39:43 once every two or three years something will happen on the supply side where we'll see a very large number of overdoses in a very short period of time and typically that means that when the supply was coming in, somehow it's different than what people are used to. So they're using the same amount they usually do but it's much more potent. 40:02 WE CHECKED WITH C-V-P-H IN PLATTSBURGH; THE E-R THERE HAS NOT HAD ANY OVERDOSES TODAY. ALL OF THIS COMES ON THE SAME DAY THERE WAS A SUMMIT IN CLAREMONT ABOUT THE HEROIN CRISIS THAT SEEMS TO BE OVER- RUNNING THE AREA. WE'VE DONE A LOT OF REPORTING ABOUT THAT OVER THE PAST FEW MONTHS... AND WE HAVE RESOURCES FOR YOU AT WPTZ DOT COM. BS, WPTZ,
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While Crohn's disease generally involves an inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract, in some patients, symptoms are localized to a specific area. For patients with localization—specifically in the rectal area—aminosalicylates, prescribed to reduce inflammation of the intestine, can provide some relief.
Since Crohn's disease has no known cure, remission is the goal for most patients. Some medications can help a patient achieve remission or, at the very least, provide temporary relief from symptoms. Aminosalicylates are specifically administered in the rectal area, sending treatment directly to the affected area. Since aminosalicylates are often less potent than other medications for Crohn's patients, they are often prescribed to patients suffering less severe Crohn's symptoms.
For patients in a remission induced by corticosteroids, aminosalicylates have not shown success in preventing symptoms from returning. However, aminosalicylates have shown successful in Crohn's patients that have undergone surgery. While aminosalicylates tend to be safer than some other treatments, patients sometimes have to take large amounts of medication to achieve the desired results. Aminosalicylates come in pill, suppository, and enema form and while some patients will emphasize one form of treatment, many physicians have found that a combination of the three types of medications work best.
Balsalazide is an anti-inflammatory medication that reduces Crohn's Disease symptoms like diarrhea and rectal bleeding. Prescribed in capsule form, balsalazide is a short-term prescription to relieve symptoms, usually taken for only eight weeks— or twelve weeks at most.
Side effects can include insomnia, headaches, and constipation, while more severe rare side effects can include yellowing of the skin or eyes and rectal bleeding. Consult the full list of side effects before beginning treatment with balsalazide.
Also known as 5-ASA, mesalamine has a similar chemical composition to aspirin. While aspirin is not an effective treatment for Crohn's disease, 5-ASA can be effective if delivered directly to the lining of the colon. The enema version of 5-ASA is Rowasa, which is most effective in treating inflammation of the rectal area. 5-ASA in suppository form is Canasa, which is usually used as treatment for ulcerative colitis patients. In studies, remission was achieved in approximately half of all patients who received mesalamine treatment.
One study has shown that another added benefit to mesalamine is a reduction in the cases of colorectal cancer in patients who this medication. The study concluded that mesalamine, when combined with folic acid, may decrease the incidence of colorectal cancer among patients dealing with bowel inflammation issues.
Olsalazine, prescribed under the brand name Dipentum, is also geared toward ulcerative colitis patients. In those patients, Dipentum is prescribed to keep symptoms from returning in patients who are in remission. While olsalazine may have possible benefits to Crohn's patients, it is not a preferred treatment at this time.
Crohn's patients dealing with the pain and inconvenience of diarrhea and abdominal pain may find relief in sulfasalazine. Prescribed as Azulfidine, sulfasalazine reduces swelling throughout the body via time-release caplets.
Patients are instructed to take sulfasalazine on a set schedule—usually four times a day—and should continue to take sulfasalazine daily until your doctor instructs you to stop. Some patients mistakenly discontinue the medication once they are feeling better, which is not advised.
Some of the more serious side effects can include pale or yellow skin, difficulty swallowing, or unusual bleeding. Patients who are allergic to sulfa drugs will likely find they should avoid Sulfasalazine.
Sulfasalazines have a few rare but dangerous side effects. In less than one percent of cases, an inflammation of the liver or lung occurs. Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, a hypersensitivity reaction that occurs when taking certain medications, is another side effect. This is important to note because Stevens-Johnson Syndrome is a fatal condition. Patients who notice symptoms such as fever, feeling ill, or itching and aching should consult their physician immediately.
Side effects of Aminosalicylates
?Generally speaking, aminosalicylates can cause a variety of side effects, including infertility in men. Lower sperm count is a side effect in some men, but it should be noted that this side effect can reverse once a patient discontinues taking aminosalicylates.
The most common reported side effect is headaches, reported by around one-third of all patients who take Aminosalicylates. Suddenly increasing the dosage of aminosalicylates can exacerbate headaches, so many physicians will recommend a gradual increase. Since headaches seem to occur more often with higher doses, your doctor may recommend lowering your dosage if headaches are a problem.
Unlike other medications prescribed for Crohn's disease, aminosalicylates can be taken long-term. They are considered maintenance medications for Crohn's patients, providing a reduction of symptoms while being safe enough to use for long periods of time.


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OKANOGAN — An Okanogan County ATV club wants county commissioners to open more than 300 new miles of roads to all terrain vehicles before a new law kicks in, banning them on roads with speed limits above 35 mph.
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Is this the last human on earth?
Okay now that could drive one batty. A nice effective serious moment.
Ok, the last three days' strips have been seriously good. Almost made up for the Lex Luthor garbage.
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A few weeks ago, I saw Centsational Girl's pretty blossom candle and I was reminded of a craft that I recently did using inexpensive prayer candles. I made these with a group of kids at church, but I think it would be fun to do as a DIY Mother's Day gift for grandma (or auntie, teacher or neighbor).
It couldn't be simpler. All you need is some tissue paper (cut into little squares), Mod Podge, and a candle in a glass container. I was feeling springy when I did this version so I used pink and yellow tissue paper. The prayer candle came from the Dollar Tree.
Side note: I've started keeping a small stash of those religious candles on hand so I'm prepared in case of an extended power outage. They burn for over 80 hours (!!!) and you can find them at the dollar store. HUGE bargain! Not to mention they're great for making an inexpensive craft with the kiddos.
There's no magic to this. It's just your basic Mod Podge project. Start with a light coat of Mod Podge and start layering on your tissue paper.
Keep layering the paper and coating it with Mod Podge until you like how it looks.
I wasn't happy with just the pink and yellow, so I added some flowers that I cut from another sheet of tissue paper.
Add a final topcoat of Mod Podge and let it dry. Done!
Since I'm a bit of a freak, I couldn't make just one…they're kinda like chips! I did this coral patterned one with a paper napkin.
And in case you're wondering, this is the version that I did with my kids from church. They're all boys (heaven help me), so we used primary colors.
May I just say that the best part of this project (for me AND the kids) is getting to peel all of that dried glue off your hands. Why is that so satisfying?


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My daughter left home and moved into the dorm, and I needed something to
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finally set up an old Pentium II laptop to be my "transmitter"
Used the shoutcast DSP for Linux and although the quality of sound was
there, managing playlists was a bitch. No GUI, just the command line to
build playlists on. OK, it worked, but also knew that Winamp and the
shoutcast DNAS plug-in on win98 was as easy as a 19 yr old welfare mom.
I'd rather be using linux for this project. Not that win98 is a bad
thing, just that I THINK there's a better choice available for linux.
I've heard of this program called Campcaster, and would really like to
give it a try. Was going to post a request on the linuxpackages.net
forums, but for whatever reason I cannot get past the spam questions to
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So, if anyone out there can link me to a package, great! A Slackbuild
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San Jose, Calif. -- Back on the ice and practicing with his teammates Monday afternoon, Dave Bolland's return to duty appears to be imminent, just three days after leaving the game in Vancouver with a lower-body injury.
Blackhawks Head Coach Joel Quenneville said it was "very likely" that the 26-year-old center will be in the lineup when the Blackhawks face the San Jose Sharks on Tuesday. The Blackhawks and Sharks are currently numbers one and two in the Western Conference, respectively, going into Monday night's games.
"When you do feel a lot of pain anywhere you always have that thing in the back of your head that it could be broken," Bolland told reporters on Monday. "And with a 48-game year, it really cuts (your season) down if something serious does happen. I'm just glad nothing was broken or was serious."
Bolland currently ranks fourth on the Blackhawks with three goals in eight appearances, and four points (3G, A) overall. The Mimico, Ont., native has scored seven points (G, 6A) in 11 regular-season matchups against the Sharks.
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The Pros:Professional features, perfect for live performances. Wide array of functionality possible with this, plenty of effects. Big deck spaces out the knobs and faders and makes them nice and tall, easy to work with in low light.
The Cons:Shell is a light plastic, makes you a little nervous when moving it to the gig.
Traktor Kontrol S4 is a combination hardware/software DJ performance system from the Native Instruments company. Featuring a fully-customizable controller with data handling speeds up to 30 times that of standard MIDI transfer, this model includes a revamped edition of NI's best-selling Traktor Pro software.
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The hardware peripheral utilizes advanced construction technology to provide users with an authentic jog wheel experience, running consistently at 1,000 counts per revolution with rubber-coated rims for maximum grip. Fading and EQ adjustments are registered visually to the computer display in real time, with a hyper-sensitive crossfader included that can detect even the most minuscule adjustments to the mix. The 8-button "Sample Deck" section allows users to create one-touch hot cues for specific parts of a song, with automated effect functions that include backward looping and pitch-shifting. Kontrol S4's software component includes four virtual Sample Decks that are optimized for live remixing and mash-up applications, with on-the-fly sample loading for seamless hard drive hot-swapping. Traktor's own Loopmasters library is included with the system, featuring 40 loops than span Dubstep, Trance, House and Techno genres. Live looping is available via both hard and soft button commands, with a full deconstruct/reconstruct section for quick soloing of individual song components.
professional features, perfect for live performances
wide array of functionality possible with this, plenty of effects
big deck spaces out the knobs and faders and makes them nice and tall, easy to work with in low light
can control 4 decks at a time with ease
deck is lit up very nice but stays subtle
loading and playing samples into the decks works well, great to layer drumbeats and backbeats
ideal for lots of scratching, has a great response for highly technical scratches and captures the feeling of a record
shell is a light plastic, makes you a little nervous when moving it to the gig
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