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While the new estimate of oil released from flood-damaged tanks has grown to almost 35,000 gallons, officials believe it really is just a minute part of a much bigger problem.
Floodwaters quickly became a toxic soup of wastewater, raw sewage, industrial and household chemicals, agricultural waste and chemicals rushing downstream. Oil and gas releases, officials said, have been so small it's almost immaterial.
"There were likely hundreds of millions of gallons of untreated or partially treated sewage, and that is the larger public health concern," said Mark Salley, spokesman for the state Department of Public Health and Environment. "It doesn't mean the state health department is not concerned about chemical releases from oil and gas or ag or other industries or homes, but the bigger public health concern is the sewage that can make people sick."
Oil and gas operators have had teams on the ground and in the air surveying the damage to their sites for days, reporting spills immediately to the authorities.
As of Tuesday, the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission was following 11 notable spills totaling 34,524 gallons of oil spilled from storage tanks.
In context, that amount lost was essentially washed away in a half second along the fast-moving South Platte River, said Ken Carlson, an associate professor of civil and environmental engineering with Colorado State University.
Carlson explained that the South Platte essentially was passing 10,000 cubic feet per second downstream for days, which is roughly 75,000 gallons per second.
"If this happened a month ago and (river) flows were normal, and we had a spill of 35,000 gallons, that would be a serious situation," Carlson said. "In the context of a natural disaster, it's just one more problem that occurred because of it."
As crews inspected tanks in the field, many realized through damage and computer records that in some cases, the oil was no longer there, even after shutting in almost 1,500 wells prior to the flooding. But it's not as if they found standing pools of goo, Carlson said.
"They happened during the height of the flood. It's not like all of the sudden the flood-damaged stuff is now starting to leak," Carlson said.
Carlson said the dilution of the oil and other toxins has made this disaster somewhat manageable when compared to spills like the BP spill in the gulf, or the Exxon Valdez off the coast of Alaska years ago. In those cases, the oil was dense and deposited in a relatively small space — so it stuck around. Niobrara crude, Carlson said, is light.
"Dilution is one of the more important environmental approaches for dealing with pollution, and there's just a tremendous amount of dilution here," Carlson said. "If it was 35,000 gallons sitting in the South Platte now, it would be huge. The fact that it was diluted so quickly probably lessens the environmental impact it will have."
Carlson said he's not terribly concerned with how the polluted waters will affect groundwater, given there's enough barriers between the surface and the aquifer most in rural Weld drink from.
Mark Wallace, director of the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment, said the county is still offering free water well testing if residents are concerned about their groundwater.
He said the county is on the ground with regulators and surveyors and, as operators turn wells back on, it'll be controlled. He said he has little concern over long-lasting damage.
"For the most part, what we're finding, is long term, from floods in other parts of the country, it doesn't do long-lasting damage," Wallace said.
Many of the tanks were in the floodplains, but not in the immediate areas of the banks, and they were designed to withstand typical flooding. Few could have predicted the waters would rise as they did. The South Platte, as an example, floods at 10 feet, and waters hit 19 feet at their peak.
Still, it will start a discussion on whether oil and gas facilities should be located in the floodplain.
"It is problematic," said Sara Barwinski, of Weld Air and Water, a group of residents who monitor oil and gas operations in the city of Greeley and Weld County.
"Part of it goes back to the bigger picture. Balanced development means paying attention to where you put oil and gas, not that it doesn't have a role to play in our economy. But we don't think that's in floodplains, or near schools or next to neighborhoods."
If this happened a month ago and (river) flows were normal, and we had a spill of 35,000 gallons, that would be a serious situation. In the context of a natural disaster, it's just one more problem that occurred because of it.
— Ken Carlson, CSU associate professor


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When you pick a girl up, stretch her vag, and place your head and wear her like one of those racoon Paul Bunyon hats.
Dude, I Paul Bunyoned my girl last night, she can't walk anymore.
I got Bunyoned last night, my lips feel very sore.
I got Bunyoned last night, my lips feel very sore.
от TaylorG1990 12 ноември 2006
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Can you define these popular missing words?
When you pull your nutsack over the shaft of your penis.
"Dude, I just did Paul Bunyon!!"
"Cool send me a picture of it!"
"Cool send me a picture of it!"
от The Bizzomb 22 октомври 2008
A Paul Bunyon is when you lay your dick on a tree stump, cut if off with an axe, and sew it on backwards within 30 seconds.
Me and Tucker are gonna get a few friends together tonight and have a Paul Bunyon party.
от Trey Coffman 18 март 2007

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"Shadow of the Colossus", a game released by the SCEI, the developers of ICO. A completely original game which involves beautiful imagery, amazing landscapes, gorgeous visuals, and heart-racing action as you take down sixteen giant colossal beasts one after another.
SotC should of been Game of the Year 2005.
作者 Christerray 2006年1月25日
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Shitting on the clock. Usually done by people who are paid a salary. A great way to take a break and get paid for it.
Frank: I love SOTC!
Doug: Hell yea! It's the best!
Doug: Hell yea! It's the best!
作者 Armadus 2010年11月08日
Strize of the Century
It was an SOTC day when Tomo waited in line for 24 hours to get a PS3 and the manager of the store horded them all for himself telling him that they never received shipment.
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St Christopher's Hammersmith
St. Christopher's Hammersmith is located just a five minute walk from the Thames. It is also close to Kensington Park Gardens, Hyde Park and Harrods which all have beautiful scenic views.
There are three Tube lines, a train station and bus station close by, all you need to get around London fast and efficient, visiting all the major attractions. Another advantage about its location is that it is only a tube ride from Heathrow Airport.
There is plenty to do in the area. It has great transport links, Hammersmith Broadway, shops, nightlife and much more. Hammersmith Apollo concert hall is only five minutes away, where artists such as the Beatles played and still attracts great acts today. You will also find our brand new St. Christopher's with the great Belushi's bar downstairs which offers great discounts and drink deals. With loads of history behind it, including two world wars, the hostel is a fun and lively place.
Our friendly staff is here to help you at all times and as they are fellow backpackers, you can trust them to give you the best information and advice about London and its wonders. They also have plenty of tips on how you can save some money, maps of London and other essential information that you may need.
• One of London's multi-cultural centres
• London's Polish Minority Centre
• It has a great International atmosphere
Please Note:
• ID (Passport or Driving Licence) is required to check-in
• Guests under 18 years are not permitted to stay at the hostel
• Check-in begins at 2pm
• We do not have wheelchair facilities, however our sister hostel St Christopher's Village in Borough High Street does
Availability & RatesTo view availability and prices please select dates and click 'Update Dates'
Hostel Facilities & Policies
- 24 Hour Reception
- 24 Hour Security
- Age Restriction
- Bar
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Free City Maps
- Free WiFi
- Hair Dryers
- Hair Dryers For Hire
- Hot Showers
- House Keeping
- Key Card Access
- Linen Included
- Security Lockers
- Luggage Storage
- Nightclub
- No Curfew
- Non Smoking
- Reading Light
- Restaurant
- Taxes included
- Tea & Coffee Making Facilities
- Tours/Travel Desk
- Towels For Hire
- Vending Machines
- Wi-Fi
Cancellation PolicyThis property has a 1 day cancellation policy. Failure to cancel within this time will result in a cancellation charge equal to the first night of your stay.
Must-Read Hostel InfoThis property has specific Terms & Conditions.
Check-in: 2pm. Photo Identification in the form of a Driver Licence or Passport is required upon check-in. Groups are not guaranteed to be in the same room. This is subject to availability. Please note that persons under the age of 18 are only allowed to stay in private rooms.
Credit cards are verified the night before arrival and bookings with invalid credit cards may be cancelled.
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This Hammersmith Youth Hostel is located in West London near Heathrow airport and the river Thames.
From Heathrow Airport:
Take the Piccadilly line on the London Underground to the Hammersmith stop. Follow the exit for Hammersmith Broadway. You will see the hostel directly in front of you so simply cross over the road. We're situated at Belushi's Bar.
From Stansted Airport:
Take the Stansted Express to Liverpool Street train station.
The Hammersmith and City underground line goes straight to the Hammersmith tube station and we are right opposite, above Belushi's Bar.
From Luton Airport:
Take the Thameslink train from Luton Station direct to London Euston Train Station. When you arrive here, jump on the Northern Line of the London Underground and head north for one stop to Kings Cross St. Pancras. Here switch trains and get on the southbound Piccadilly Line which will take you straight to Hammersmith Tube Station. You will see the hostel when you emerge from the Hammersmith Broadway exit. We are situated at Belushi's Bar.
From Gatwick Airport:
Take the train to Victoria Train Station. When you arrive here, head for the westbound District Line of the London Underground and get on a train with Ealing Broadway or Richmond on the front of it. This will take you the seven stops to Hammersmith tube station and we are opposite it, above Belushi's Bar.
From Paddington Station:
Take the pink Hammersmith and City underground line to Hammersmith and take the Hammersmith Broadway exit. We are situated at Belushi's Bar across the road.
From King's Cross St Pancras:
Take the Piccadilly underground line straight to Hammersmith.
From Liverpool Street Station:
This is easy as the Hammersmith and City underground line goes straight to Hammermsith Tube station.
From Waterloo Station:
Take the Jubilee underground line to Westminster, stay underground and jump on the District Line. Be sure you get on a westbound train that has Richmond or Ealing Broadway on the front of it. Otherwise you may well end up in the wrong place.
From Victoria Station:
Just jump on the District line and follow the instructions as above - otherwise you might end up in Wimbledon!
From Hammersmith Bus Station:
You can see the hostel from the bus station so just follow your line of sight. We are situated at Belushi's Bar.
Located Near
Located within walking distance of Hammersmith tube station, the Hammersmith Apollo (world-famous music venue), The River Thames, the Thursday Markets, Furnival Gardens, King's Mall Shopping Centre and Charing Cross Hospital.
A short ride away there is Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, Westminster, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden, Leicester Square, Harrods and Westfield shopping centre.


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The Leahy-Smith America Invents Act (AIA) represents the most significant changes to U.S. patent law since at least the 1952 Patent Act. Although the AIA included some provisions that took effect on the date of enactment (September 16, 2011) or shortly thereafter, and others that will take effect September 16, 2012, the transition to a first-to-file patent system that will begin on March 16, 2013, will have the most profound impact on patent applicants.
You've heard the hype, but what do you need to know now—and what can you do now—to prepare for patent reform? This overview highlights some of the key points and key action steps that biotechnology companies can implement now to position themselves for the new first-to-file system.
The first-to-file provisions are embodied in a new version of 35 USC § 102, which sets forth new definitions of prior art and new prior art exceptions. Importantly, applicants will no longer be able to "swear behind" third-party prior art by proving an earlier date of invention.
Additionally, published U.S. and PCT applications that designate the U.S. will be citable as prior art as of any foreign priority date (rather than as of their earliest U.S. filing date). This means that there could be significantly more prior art available against a given application than there would have been under the current law. While applicants cannot do anything to prevent this change in the law, there are several steps that applicants can take to minimize the impact of the transition to a first-to-file system.
The new version of § 102 will only apply to patent applications that include a patent claim that has an effective filing date of March 16, 2013 or later. This means that applications filed up to March 15, 2013, will fall under the current, first-to-invent patent system. Biotechnology companies should discuss this date with their inventors and research and development teams, and review invention disclosures to identify inventions that may be ready for patenting by this date.
Because this date may be associated with a new patent application "bubble," companies should work closely with patent counsel to ensure that ample time is allotted to prepare and file complete applications by March 15, 2013. Companies also should consider budgeting for more patent application filings than unusual in the time period leading up to March 15, 2013.
Continuation and divisional applications filed on or after March 16, 2013, will remain under the current first-to-invent system, as will new U.S. applications that claim priority to earlier-filed foreign or PCT applications, as long as all claims are entitled to a priority date of March 15, 2013 or earlier. This means that biotechnology companies do not need to identify or file all possible continuation or divisional applications by March 15, 2013.
Once the first-to-file version of § 102 takes effect, it may be important to segregate subject matter that has an effective filing date of March 15, 2013 or earlier from subject matter that has an effective filing date of March 16, 2013 or later. This is because presenting even a single claim that has an effective filing date of March 16, 2013 or later will bring the entire patent application under the first-to-file system.
This situation may arise with applications that straddle March 16, 2013 (e.g., applications with a priority date of March 15, 2013 or earlier and a subsequent filing date of March 16, 2013 or later with added subject matter), such as provisional/nonprovisional applications and parent/continuation-in-part (CIP) applications. Biotechnology companies may want to review provisional applications filed since March 16, 2012, to determine whether nonprovisional applications can be filed by March 15, 2013, even if the provisional year has not expired.
After March 16, 2013, biotechnology companies may want to consider filing parallel applications—one only with claims that have an effective filing date of March 15, 2013 or earlier, and one with claims that have a later effective filing date—in order to preserve the first-to-invent provisions for subject matter with an earlier effective filing date.
Biotechnology companies should be educating their inventors, research and development departments, and business development teams of the importance of securing an early effective filing date under the first-to-file system. Biotechnology companies may want to consider reviewing their current invention disclosure policies and procedures to ensure that they facilitate prompt identification of inventions that are ready for patenting, and support streamlined mechanisms for preparing and filing patent applications with robust disclosures that will support the claimed invention.
Inventors who are accustomed to disclosing first and then filing a U.S. patent application within one year of publication should be aware of the risk that an intervening third-party disclosure or third-party patent application will completely bar a patent under the new first-to-file system.
Biotechnology companies should dispel any misconceptions that the new version of § 102 is a "first-to-disclose" system such that it might be advantageous to publicly disclose the invention before filing a patent application. While new § 102(b) provides that certain third-party disclosures or third-party patent applications may not qualify as prior art if the disclosed subject matter already had been disclosed by an inventor or by another who obtained the subject matter directly or indirectly from an inventor, this exception may be difficult to establish, and may not protect the full scope of the invention being claimed. As now, any disclosure before a patent application is filed also may preclude foreign patent rights.
Biotechnology companies may also want to consider expanding their pre-publication screening policies to include offers for sale and public uses anywhere in the world. This is because these acts can constitute prior art under the new version of § 102 even if they do not take place in the U.S.
While some companies hoped that the change to a first-to-file system would mean that they could be less rigorous about their recordkeeping, several provisions of the new law may warrant even more detailed record-keeping programs.
In order to invoke the prior art exceptions of new § 102(b)(1)(B) or (b)(2)(B), an applicant will have to establish that the subject matter at issue already had been publicly disclosed by the inventor, or by another who obtained the subject matter directly or indirectly from the inventor. This means that applicants may need to maintain detailed records of any public disclosures, including what subject matter was disclosed and who was in the audience.
Details about the subject matter disclosed may be required to show that it corresponds to the third-party disclosure at issue, while identification of the audience may be required to show that a disclosure was made by someone who obtained the subject matter from the inventor. As many companies may not be maintaining these types of records at present, new policies and procedures may be required to ensure that such records are available.
Indeed, it could be important to start maintaining such records now, in case it becomes necessary to invoke a prior art exception for an application filed after March 16, 2012, but within one year of a disclosure made before March 16, 2013.
There also are reasons to continue good laboratory notebook practices. For example, CIP applications filed on or after March 16, 2013, still may be subject to the "interference" provisions of 35 USC § 102(g). For such applications, laboratory notebook evidence may be as important as ever. Additionally, evidence of independent invention may be required to establish or defend a derivation claim under new 35 USC § 135, which will require proof that the other inventor "derived the claimed invention from an inventor named in the petitioner's application."
Moreover, evidence of independent invention may be useful to establish that your public disclosure or patent application disclosure qualifies as prior art against another application, and was not "obtained . . . directly or indirectly" from the inventors of that application under new § 102(b)(1)(A) or (b)(2)(A). Furthermore, laboratory notebooks can be useful during inventorship determinations, particularly if disputes arise as to inventorship.
This overview is not exhaustive, but highlights some of the steps that biotechnology companies should consider taking before March 16, 2013, to prepare for the transition to a first-to-file system. By taking the time to understand the intricacies and implications of the first-to-file provisions now, biotechnology companies can review and revise their existing policies and procedures, and position themselves for patenting under the new law.
Courtenay C. Brinckerhoff ([email protected]) is a partner, chair of IP Law & Practice, and member of the Chemical, Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical practice of Foley & Lardner. The views expressed herein are the author's own and may not represent those of Foley & Lardner or its clients.
Courtenay C. Brinckerhoff ([email protected]) is a partner, chair of IP Law & Practice, and member of the Chemical, Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical practice of Foley & Lardner. The views expressed herein are the author's own and may not represent those of Foley & Lardner or its clients.
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Hello FLighters,
I just ordered my first FleshLight today morning and it will arrive next week can't wait for it!
There are a couple of questions that crossed my mind, after reading a lot of forum posts about cleaning and maintaining your FL I still didn't reach a conclusion. Correct me if I'm wrong please.
I came to you guys because you guys are somewhat more experienced in FL products than those people on youtube or whatsoever that have their first fleshlight, thinking that they are doing it the proper way and post a video about it. I've seen quite a few using SOAP... But I've carefully read the FAQs and posts in this forum to NOT USE SOAP. But sadly I couldn't find something that answers my questions(or I am just too stupid to find it). Such as how to properly use FleshWash. See below.
1. Fleshwash (FL store) ?
When and how to apply the Fleshwash properly(how often)?
I have watched one or two videos and read a few posts. But I am not sure if it's the proper way to do it. Every post / video differed from eachother. I need a detailed how to apply if possible.
Do you have to apply Fleshwash before using water / after using water / while using water to clean it?
I read that you should never let Fleshwash get inside of the sleeve, so the best way is to spray 1 to 2 times outside of the sleeve and massage it with your fingers? Or just spray on it and let it be?
2. Renewing Powder (FL store) ?
When and how to apply the Renewing Powder properly?
About this one, you should use the powder when the Sleeve is completely dry and powder a generous amount OUTSIDE of the sleeve and massage it with your hand until it builds a layer? Aswell never let the powder come inside of the sleeve right? I have read that once a week or whatsoever of the powder is enough, because all it does is remove the stickiness.
So do I have to wash it the next time I use it or is it useable straight ahead.
3. How to dry it ?
I've seen various ways on how to dry it such as using a towel.
People recommend to not use a towel because the dust inside the towel may stick on the surface of the sleeve. I do not want to use a towel either. So how to exactly dry it? After cleaning shake off the water and dry everything seperated. Especially the sleeve that bothers me. Do I have to put it vertical or horizontal while letting it dry, may I put it above the heater with a safe distance? Can I use something that hangs up the sleeve instead of it just laying there?
Everyone that has read through all this and is going to answer my questions. I really appreciate it and if we ever meet once, I'll buy you a drink.


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Here are some useful tips for maintaining your swimming pool or spa.
1. Get to Know Your Pool or Spa
For the sake of convenience, many homeowners hire a service professional to take over the regular maintenance chores. But for those who are interested in doing the work themselves, here is a general guide to pool and spa care. Keeping a pool or spa in tip-top shape is a relatively simple task.
Before you tackle a cleaning routine, you should first familiarize yourself with your pool and spa's equipment. Both pools and spas are equipped with operational systems that include motors, pumps, heaters, filters and plumbing lines. Let's look briefly at the role each plays in the system -- and what you need to know to keep them running smoothly.
Note: The following explanations are generic and can be applied to both pools and spas. Don't assume, however, that each brand of motor or pump or any other equipment is the same. There are unique characteristics and design features to each make and model and you should always refer to your owner's manual or check with your retailer or service technician if you have any questions.
1.1. Useful Pool Facts
1.1.1 Weight And Volume Measurement Of Water
One gallon weighs 8.3 pounds.
One cubic foot weighs 62.4 pounds.
One cubic foot of water contains 7.5 gallons.
1.1.2 Estimating Pool Capacity
Rectangular pool: length x width x average depth x 7.5 = gallons of water
Round pool: diameter x diameter x average depth x 5.9 = gallons of water
Oval pool: length x width x average depth x 5.9 = gallons of water
1.2 Pumps
The pump is probably the hardest-working piece of equipment on your pool or spa. Its job is to keep water moving throughout the entire circulation system. The pump draws the water from the pool or spa, through the plumbing and on to the filter. It then pulls it through the heating process and pushes it back into the pool or spa. The pump also acts as a secondary sieve. Pumps of all varieties have a strainer pot or hair and lint trap that catches any small debris that made it through the skimmer, main drain or gutter. By trapping this debris, the pump helps ease the burden placed on the filter, leaving it free to catch the smaller pollutants in the water. This is just one part of a multi-step process to rid the water of impurities before it's sent back into the pool or spa. Indeed, keeping the water circulating is one of the best ways to help keep your pool or spa clean. It also requires very little attention from you. You need only program the system to automatically kick the pump on for a certain amount of time each day so all of the water moves through the filter at least once a day.
Generally speaking, a pool pump should run at least six hours a day and a spa pump -- which in portable spas is part-and-parcel of the spa pack -- should run for at least two hours a day when the spa's not in use.
1.3 Motors
In the context of a pool or spa, the motor's function is to drive the circulation system. More specifically, the motor converts electrical energy into mechanical energy, which is then used to operate the pump. Unless you are a mechanic, you should not get involved in any hands-on maintenance of the motor. However, it is a good idea to familiarize yourself with when it's set to run, and to watch for any symptoms -- such as grinding or other unusual noises -- that may indicate trouble. If the motor fails to operate properly -- or at all -- contact your retailer or a professional service technician for more information and assistance. As with any complicated piece of electrical equipment, troubleshooting and repairs are best handled by an expert.
1.4 Filters
In effect, we've now traveled through the pump and are on our way to the filter, which serves to remove dirt and other impurities from the water. There are three different types of filters available on the market today, each of which has its own unique advantages.
1.5 Heaters
We won't go into great detail here about heaters, but you should know that the filtered water passes over the heater before re-entering the pool or spa. As is the case with motors, heaters don't need a lot of maintenance. You should, however, learn to recognize any unusual noises or other clues that may call for professional attention. The best thing you can do for your heater -- and indeed all of your equipment -- is to keep the water properly balanced. Imbalanced water will dissolve metals from the equipment or cause a calcium build-up that can eventually cause heater failure.
1.6 Cleaning Routine
No one wants to get in water that isn't crystal clear. It's hard to enjoy yourself if you have to dodge dead bugs, twigs, leaves and other such flotsam. Fortunately, keeping your swimming pool and spa clean is as easy as keeping your house clean -- maybe even easier.
So how often do you have to clean your pool or spa? Generally, once a week should be sufficient -- unless you have an unusually large number of swimmers or bathers getting in and out of the water. If that's the case, then by all means clean it more often. Of course, if you are not using your pool or spa often for some reason, you could probably push your cleaning to every other week. To give you some idea of what's involved in caring for a pool or spa, let's review the basic maintenance procedures you must follow, step by step.
1.6.1 STEP 1: Remove debrisThere are some very obvious things that do not belong in your pool or spa such as leaves, branches, twigs and leftover pool toys. Most of these large objects can be easily removed with a hand-held skimmer. This is an essential tool in the cleaning process. It's nothing more than a net made of fine mesh attached to a pole. As you sweep the net through the water, it captures any large debris suspended in the water.
Hint: Do not empty the net onto the deck. One strong gust of wind can blow all the debris back into the pool or spa and all your work will be for naught. You can avoid this by always emptying the skimmer's contents into a waiting trash bag or bin.
Once you've skimmed the water, you will need to check the pool's skimmer baskets. First, to prevent injury due to suction pressure, you should shut off the pool pump. You can then simply lift the access lid in the deck and remove the skimmer basket. Once again, empty the contents into a nearby trash bag or bin to prevent the debris from being blown or knocked back into the water.
1.6.2 STEP 2: Add water
This step is optional. You do not have to add water every time you clean, but you should always watch the water level -- even if your pool and spa are equipped with an automatic fill device. Hint: Use a pool cover to reduce evaporation losses and refilling.
1.6.3 STEP 3: Clean the pump strainer
To keep the pump in proper working condition, you need to clean its hair and lint trap (or strainer pot) on a regular basis. Before you do anything to the pump, however, be sure to turn the power off first!
Because pumps do differ, refer to the manufacturer's manual for the proper way to remove the lid and retrieve the trap. But no matter what type you have, you should always be careful not to damage the O-ring between the lid and the rest of the pump. A flat, round piece of rubber, the O-ring ensures a tight seal. Without that seal, your pump will lose pressure and stop working.
1.6.4 STEP 4: Check the filter pressure
You need to make sure your filter pressure is within an acceptable range. For specific pressure ranges, see your owner's manual.
If the pressure is high -- according to experts, anything 8 to 10 pounds above a "clean" pressure reading is considered high -- then it's time to clean your filter. In the case of cartridge filters, all you need to do is remove the cartridges and hose them off. To clean sand and DE filters, you will have to backwash them.
Backwashing is nothing more than reversing the water flow in the filter. Normally, water comes into the filter with debris, works its way through the filtering material and, finally, returns to the pool and spa, having left behind all its impurities.
What backwashing does is push the water into the return valve instead of the other way around in order to relieve some of the filter pressure that has built up over time with the accumulation of dirt. In this procedure, the dirt and backwash water are diverted to either run off into the city sewer or empty into some other designated area.
Each filter has its own backwash protocol that must be followed. The one exception is cartridge filters, which you can clean by simply removing and hosing off the cartridges. Generally speaking, you will have to clean or backwash your filter at least once every three to four months. (For more detail on when and how to backwash, refer to your owners' manual.)
Every once in a while, however, backwashing just won't be enough to bring the filter pressure back into an acceptable range. Your best bet here is to contact a service professional to disassemble the filter and give it a thorough cleaning. Not only can the procedure be complicated, but in some states you have to comply with some very particular disposal regulations.
1.6.5 STEP 5: Vacuum the pool and spa
Like the vacuum you use in your house to pick up dirt, dust and mites, a pool and spa vacuum sucks up dirt and other unwanted material that can get into the water.
Automatic vacuums and cleaning systems are very popular today and do most of the work for you. If your pool is not equipped with this sort of automation, you will need to do the work manually.
The vacuum consists of a vacuum head, wheels, a pole for your use in moving the vacuum and a hose that you must attach to the skimmer to pull suction power off the circulation system.
Hint: For your convenience, make sure the hose is long enough to allow you to circle your entire pool and spa.
To get started, submerge the vacuum head with the hose attached and then sink the other end of the hose. This will fill the hose with water and displace all air. Once the hose is full of water, you can attach it to the skimmer's outlet and turn the pump on to start the suction going. Remember that the pump should still be off at this point in your maintenance routine. Never do any work with the skimmer while it is on or you may be injured.
The dirt that's collected is usually sent straight to the filter, unless the plumbing has it directed elsewhere. The important thing to remember when vacuuming is to find the speed that's right for your pool and spa. Sometimes slow is better. But sometimes your pool can handle a little more assertive vacuuming style. No matter what your speed, use steady, gentle movements to minimize swirling the dirt that has settled onto the floor or walls back into the water.
1.6.6 STEP 6: Scrub the walls
Over time -- especially if your water chemistry or water balance is off kilter -- the walls and tile lines in your pool and spa can accumulate dirt, scum and oil. The best way to deal with this ongoing problem is to be proactive.
As part of your weekly maintenance routine, you should scrub plaster walls and tiles with a nylon-bristle brush attached to a T-pole. The most efficient way to brush a plaster pool or spa is to start in the shallow end, brushing from above the water line to the floor, working your way around the entire vessel until you reach the pool's deep end.
Be sure, as you go along, to push all the dirt and other materials toward the main drain. By doing this, you've created a miniature vacuuming system. The drain, just by doing its job, will suck in some of the small debris and send it on to be removed by the pump strainer or the filter.
Sometimes, the accumulated dirt may be too much for the brushing alone to remove. If this happens, there are several tile soaps and cleaners available. Before choosing one, however, consult your retailer or service technician -- some are not appropriate for vinyl-lined or fiberglass pools.
Caution: The majority of free-standing, portable spas have acrylic or other surfaces that require special care. In some cases, you may need to use a different kind of brush or cleaner to avoid scratching the surface material.
If you find you have a recurring problem with dirt on the walls or tile lines, you may have a problem with your water chemistry. Once again, you should confer with a professional to help bring your pool and spa water back into line.
1.6.7 STEP 7: Take one last look
You've made it! This is the last thing to do before you walk away from your sparkling, clean pool and spa to go put on your bathing suit. It's very important to make a careful inspection of the area around the pool's equipment, especially the motor and heater. There should never be any standing water in the proximity. Remember that electricity and water do not mix safely!
If there is any standing water around the equipment pad, carefully check the designated drain to see if it's clogged or blocked. If there isn't anything prohibiting draining, then there's more going on here and a professional technician or repair expert should be called in immediately.
2. Draining your pool or spa
Every once in a while, you may have to drain your pool and spa -- in part or in full. Unfortunately, there isn't any way to avoid this. Eventually, the water will reach a point where it can't get clean by the regular routine, despite all your efforts. Fortunately, it does not happen often.
How often you drain your pool and spa depends on how much use it receives and how well the water's been behaving. In many cases, you may not have to drain it completely: A partial drainage will usually work well in the case of pools. (Please consult a professional for help with this procedure.)
Generally speaking, a pool may not need to be drained for up to three years, depending on the pool's use and location. As for spas, it is recommended that you drain all the water every three months or so.
The procedure is simple but will vary depending on the type of pool or spa you have. Please refer to the steps outlined in your owner's manual or check with your local pool/spa professional. Once you've gotten rid of the old water, you should take the opportunity to scrub the walls with a recommended soap before you refill the vessel.
While draining does allow you to give the pool and spa walls a good cleaning, it does not guarantee they'll stay clean for an extended amount of time. There is much more at play than just scrubbing and adding fresh water. In fact, if you just add the new water without chemically treating it, you run the risk of exposing your pool and spa equipment to imbalanced and potentially damaging water. You may also unintentionally encourage bacteria, algae and other unwelcome guests to take hold in your pool and spa.
So when adding any large amounts of fill water to your pool and spa, always make sure you follow the start-up procedures recommended for your pool and spa by a local pool/spa professional.
3. Troubleshooting Guide
Here's a quick troubleshooting guide to a variety of problems that may arise with your swimming pool and spa. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to check with your local retailer, service technician or supplier for assistance!
Table 1: Estimated Swimming Pool Heating Costs and Savings (from the U.S. Department of Energy RSPEC! pool efficiency program)
For information on pool chemicals and maintaining the proper pH balance in your pool, click here, which is an excellent resource.
General Maintenance Tips
Daily Pool Care
Weekly Pool Care
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The Incline boys basketball team dropped three games against larger schools in the Carson High Tournament this past Thursday through Saturday.
The Highlanders opened with a 73-45 loss to Division I Wooster on Thursday. They followed with a 75-49 loss to DI Hug on Friday and 59-49 to Division I-A Sparks of their Mount Rose League pod on Saturday.
Against Sparks, Jack Clouthier led Incline with 17 points, including five 3-pointers. Matt Hanna added eight points and six rebounds, while Jack Bessette had six points and four steals, and Jared Skowronski had four rebounds.
Keiffer Putman led Sparks with 17 points, and Bobby Brown had 15.
Clouthier was Incline's high-point man against Hug, finishing with 11 points. Tommy Thompson and Ben Snyder each posted nine points and Bessette had seven. Snyder grabbed a team-high 10 rebounds and Hanna had eight.
Hanna scored 19 against Wooster, Skowronski contributed nine points and Snyder had seven points and 12 rebounds. Bessette dished out five assists.
UP NEXT: Incline is scheduled to host Sierra Lutheran on Monday, Silver Stage on Tuesday and Coleville on Friday.
The Incline girls lost a nail-biter, 43-42, at Fernley on Tuesday, Dec. 4.
After trailing 23-21 at the half, the Highlanders outscored the Vaqueros 16-7 in the third quarter to take a 37-30 lead into the fourth.
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Toni was a field anchor during the Joplin tornado in May 2011, which plowed through the heart of the city, killing 161 people and destroying more than 8,000 properties. She interviewed numerous newsmakers and celebrities in the aftermath of the EF-5 tornado, including Brian Williams, Al Roker, Brett Butler (Grace Under Fire), and David Koechner (Anchorman/The Office). She has also covered the presidential visits of George W. Bush in 2008 and Barack Obama in 2011.
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The restaurateur, who launches his latest venture, Caliche Rum, a premium white Puerto Rican swig Thursday, has a slew of go-to places in New York and Los Angeles, and he's breaking them down for PEOPLE.
On his home coast, Gerber, 49, enjoys a variety of scenes.
Los Angeles
Soho House West Hollywood: It's "beautifully designed with a great bar area and restaurant," he says. Plus: "The space also has some private rooms for more intimate dinners, and the staff is always professional and accommodating."
Spago: "I'm not sure how Wolfgang [Puck] does it with so many restaurants, but this is his best," says Gerber. "Amazing food, well-trained and well-informed, friendly staff, and really intimate and romantic courtyard."
Pizzeria Mozza: What's not to love? For Gerber it's "the individual pizzas with the freshest ingredients, casual scene and friendly staff."
Cafe Habana Malibu: This spot has "great food and staff in a genuine Malibu vibe. Locals, celebs and families all hang there for lunch and dinner as well as late night," he says, calling it "the one place in Malibu for a fun night out."
E Baldi: Makes Gerber's list as The Beverly Hills place for a great lunch.
While on the east coast, Gerber focuses on satisfying his carnivorous cravings at Peter Luger, Katz's and the Burger Joint, to name a few.
New York City
Peter Lugar Steakhouse: According to Gerber, it's the "best steak around with a great old-school vibe."
Katz's Delicatessen: Is where to go for the "ultimate corned beef sandwich."
Burger Joint at Le Parker Meridien: Where to go for the "best burgers in N.Y."
Stone Rose Lounge: In the Time Warner Center, the lounge, Gerber says, has "great staff and drinks with perfect views of Central Park."
Indochine: The restaurant is "a staple of New York with the same great food as they have done for so many years," he says.
All this food talk making your thirsty? Try this cocktail recipe from Gerber that tastes bueno with his new rum!
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Cali Cocotini 2 oz. Caliche Rum
1½ Don Q Coco rum
1 oz. coconut water (Vita Coco and Zico work best)
1½ oz. simple syrup
Dry coconut flakes for garnish (optional)
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Youth prison system needs revamped
August 9, 2013
Several changes in where West Virginia incarcerates juvenile offenders, along with $2 million in facility upgrades, are the result of a judge's order that two centers for underage criminals be closed....
And HOW do you KNOW it wouldn't put a 'dent' as you call it, in the population? Just guessing like most libs do again What/??? Your OPINION isn't a FACT!
If even a person whose a little mentally 'off' sees what we do to ALL murderers and rapists..........even THAT mentally deficient person is smart enough to KNOW he or she doesn't want to go down THAT path. Obviously, according to your words/opinions....a liberal isn't that smart though. Hmmm......you may be right.
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Judges should be held accountable for their stupid liberal actions to release criminals that shouldn't be released. Then when they commit the same crime over and over again......hold the judge accountable and impeach that judge if most of his decisions increase the crime from these thugs.
Prisons wouldn't be full if WV liberals would start executing rapists, pedophiles and murderers. But bleeding heart liberals have no sympathy for innocent victims; only their like-kind; the criminals.
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NEW YORK — Chevron CEO John Watson notices something important as he visits his company's operations around the globe: Governments everywhere find high energy prices much scarier than the threat of global warming.
And that means the world will need a lot more oil and gas in the years to come.
To meet that demand, Chevron is in the midst of an enormous cycle of investment aimed at extracting oil and gas from wherever it hides in the earth's crust.
Chevron Corp., based in San Ramon, Calif., is the second largest investor-owned oil and gas company in the world, and the third largest American company of any type as measured by revenue and profit. During the last year, Chevron has earned $24 billion on revenue of $231 billion.
Every day, the company produces the equivalent of 2.7 million barrels of oil and gas, mostly outside the U.S.
Next year Chevron will invest $33 billion — more than it ever has — to drill wells, erect platforms, build refineries and scan for undiscovered deposits of oil and gas. Among its biggest projects: A natural gas operation in Australia that will ultimately cost Chevron and its partners $65 billion to build. Also planned are three deep-water drilling and production projects in the Gulf of Mexico that will cost $16 billion.
Watson, a 55-year-old California native and Chevron lifer, joined the company in 1980 as a financial analyst. Before becoming CEO in 2010, he was vice chairman in charge of strategic planning, business development and mergers and acquisitions. He also ran the company's international exploration and production business, led the company's integration with Texaco and was CFO.
In an interview at The Associated Press headquarters in New York, Watson discussed world energy dynamics, U.S. energy policy, hydraulic fracturing, and working abroad. Below are excerpts, edited for length and clarity.
AP — Why do people and politicians dislike big oil companies that deliver the energy they rely on and benefit from?
WATSON — They don't feel like they have the choices. Most products that you consume every day, you have a choice. In energy you have less choice. And as costs rise, it hits the family budget. It's a convenience that we like, but we'd rather pay less for it.
AP — Is there anything you can do about that?
WATSON — Invest in good projects around the world. Every drop of oil that we produce anywhere in the world hits world markets and, other things being equal, brings prices down.
AP — What do you think is the biggest misunderstanding about your company or your industry?
WATSON — Just how much we invest in the business and the risks that we take to deliver the oil and gas that we all expect every day. We literally go to the ends of the earth to bring this energy to consumers.
AP — Can the industry continue to produce oil and gas at a price that can keep the world economy growing?
WATSON — I think so. We want to produce at a price our customers can afford, and I think there's ample resource to do that for the foreseeable future.
AP — Energy companies complain that the U.S. is over-regulated, but, at the same time, they are expanding here and cite its many advantages. Which is it? Is the U.S. a terrible place to do business, or is it terrific?
WATSON — On balance it's a good place to do business. We always have to be aware of what other governments are doing, and we have to be sure that we stay competitive. When I met with the President with some of my colleagues a couple weeks ago, that was the first thing that people talked about. It wasn't about taxes per se, it was about staying competitive.
AP — People on all sides of the energy debate have long complained about the lack of a comprehensive energy policy in the U.S. Are we wishing for something that just can't happen in this country? And if not, what would it look like to you?
WATSON — Historically the United States has had a wonderful energy policy. We're blessed with a diversity of resources. We have oil. We have gas. We have coal. We have nuclear. And renewables. And as a result, one of our biggest competitive advantages has been affordable energy. You need a strong economy and you need affordable energy to fuel that economy.
AP — Do fossil fuel producers bear the responsibility for curbing greenhouse gas emissions?
WATSON — We have the responsibility to deliver our energy in an environmentally sound fashion. The greatest advancements in living standards in recorded history have taken place in the modern hydrocarbon era. I don't think that's coincidental. Our leaders have to make a decision. Do they want that to continue or do they have a better solution for us? So it's not my call.
AP — How should society go about reducing greenhouse gas emissions?
WATSON — If you look around the world, the countries with the best environmental practices are the wealthiest. There's a reason for that. If you're worried about where your next meal is going to come from or shelter over your head, your focus is on those things.
AP — Will fracking be curtailed in this country?
WATSON — I see very little obstacle to it, notwithstanding all the rhetoric. Now it's being done in some different areas. People aren't used to it, and there have been legitimate concerns expressed, like truck traffic at a simple level, but also concerns about water supplies. They're understandable anxieties. And so we have to work through those with the governments. I think in due course we'll do that because they'll see the advantages to it.
AP — Will natural gas become a bigger part of the energy mix?
WATSON — Natural gas will displace coal in power generation. Getting natural gas into the transportation fleet is harder. It works best for vehicles that work from centralized fueling facilities like trucking fleets or buses and cabs. That is happening. Before it can make big inroads beyond that, infrastructure is going to need to be developed. It will take some time.


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As the world awaits real news from St. Mary's hospital in London where the Duchess of Cambridge is in labor with Prince William by her side, these photos imagine what life will be like for them in the coming days and weeks.
From a wiped out Queen Elizabeth, covered in toys (do you spot the baby?), to an exasperated Prince William getting feeding time help from a palace guard, everyone has their royal hands full with the faux new arrival.
Alison Jackson, whose work can be seen at www.alisonjackson.com or followed on Twitter and Facebook, previously shot the uncanny couple and their extended family "prepping for baby" and the "royal baby shower." This latest set of images are just one way to whet everyone's appetite for the real thing!
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Nameless Zetterberg line rolls along
By George Malik
March 25, 2010, 8:23PM
As DetroitRedWings.com's Michelle Crechiolo notes, the Red Wings' as-yet-unnamed line of Valtteri Filppula, Henrik Zetterberrg, and Todd Bertuzzi have carried Detroit's offense with twenty points over the last three games, and at present, everything just seems to click...
March 25, DetroitRedWings.com: (Bertuzzi) is great in front, its tough to move him, Filppula said. It gives more room outside too. So you always know you can just throw it in the front and Berts going to be there, so its a really huge thing for the line.
What makes Babcock happy is the fact that the second forward line of Pavel Datsyuk, Johan Franzen and Holmstrom didnt have any points in Wednesdays win; yet the team as a whole is still skated away with two points.
That didnt happen early, Babcock said. So you can spread it around a little bit more, and that makes you a better team.
As the Detroit News's Chris McCosky notes, however, the line doesn't have a nickname, and it should:
March 25, Detroit News: A couple of readers have suggested nicknames for the Zetterberg-Filppula-Bertuzzi line. Thought I would share them with you.
Paul sent in "Z Pack" which I like, with the tag line, "They cure what ails you." Nice.
Scott offered up V2Z -- which works on a couple levels. Sound it out -- V-TOOZI. Work with it, work with it. It's not bad.
Keep 'em coming. Personally, I've got nothing. I tossed out the United Nations, but that's dumb and it's been used before. You know, though, once a nickname sticks, Babcock will change the line. It's inevitable.
Flash, dash, and crash? Slick meets Sasquatch? Toss some names out here, too...
I couldn't think of any worth posting but thinks this is fun..


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Institutional services
The following institutional services are arranged for and reported by United Churches of Lycoming County:
County Prison, 1:45 and 3:15 p.m., the Rev. John Butler, Wings of Love Community Church, South Williamsport.
HCR Manor Care North, 2:15 p.m., Patricia Burket, State Road United Methodist Church, Cogan Station.
HCR Manor Care South, 2 p.m., the Rev. Gwen Bernstine, United Churches of Lycoming County.
Pre-Release Center, 3:30 p.m., the Rev. Velinda Webb-Smith, New Life Wake-Up Ministries, Williamsport (men), the Rev. Danesta Whaley, Citychurch, Williamsport and LaVon Hawley, Bethany Lutheran Church, Montoursville (women).
Valley View Nursing Home, 2 p.m., the Rev. Danesta Whaley, Citychurch, Williamsport and LaVon Hawley, Bethany Lutheran Church, Montoursville.
Williamsport Home, 3 p.m., the Rev. Ken Wagner-Pizza, Trinity Episcopal Church, Williamsport.
Assisted Living Centers - Sunday:
The Meadows, 3 p.m., the Rev. Ken Weiss, Caring Outreach, Williamsport.
The Hillside, 3 p.m., the Rev. Gwen Bernstine, United Churches of Lycoming County.
Rose View Court, 3 p.m., First Southern Baptist Church, Williamsport.
Services during the week include:
William Hepburn Apartments, 11 a.m. Tuesday, pastors Willie and Dorothy Anderson, Love Unlimited, Williamsport.
Williamsport Sycamore Manor, 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, the Rev. Margaret Balliet, John G. Lake Ministries, Williamsport.
Williamsport Housing for the Elderly, 11 a.m. Wednesday, the Rev. Dr. Rob Manzinger, First Baptist Church, Williamsport.
Presbyterian Home, 11 a.m. Thursday, the Rev. Dr. Rob Manzinger, First Baptist Church, Williamsport.
Roseview Center, 2 p.m. Thursday, Rev. Robin Meyers, First Church of Christ Disciples, Williamsport.
On the radio
Radio Services are provided by the following congregations:
9 a.m. (Saturday) Jersey Shore Assembly of God, WJSA 1600 AM/96.3 FM.
9:20 a.m. Community Baptist Church, Montoursville, WJSA 1600 AM/96.3 FM.
10:50 a.m. Pine Street United Methodist Church, WWPA 1340 AM.
Radio News Show provided by United Churches, 9:15 a.m. Sunday, Religious News And Views: reporter this week is the Rev. Danesta Whaley, Citychurch, Williamsport, and executive director of Yokefellow Prison Ministry, WRAK 1400 AM/WRKK 1200 AM.
Ecumenical luncheon
United Churches Wednesday noon ecumenical lunches are held each week of the school year at Pine Street United Methodist Church, 441 Pine St. This Wednesday the Rev. R. Kenneth Weiss will be the speaker and will talk about "Caring Outreach," which helps seniors live full lives in our community. A serving of a catered $6 lunch begins at 11:45 a.m. in the church fellowship hall. Free parking is available in the lot north of the church. Although reservations are not needed, those not regular attendees should call United Churches at 322-1110 to help the caterer know how many to prepare for.
Devotion line
The United Churches telephone devotion line is available 24 hours a day by calling 322-5762. The devotionalist next week will be the Rev. Gwen Bernstine, executive director of United Churches of Lycoming County.


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Friday, October 25, 2013
Soundwave Comics is celebrating this year's Halloween Comicfest with a costume party and thousands of free special edition comic books.
It's a spinoff off of Free Comic Book Day and Soundwave owner Greg Woodard will be giving away about 2,000 Halloween comic books on Oct. 26 while supplies last. Each customer will be able to take three free comic books, he said.
Comic books like Thor, Spiderman and Batman are good for older kids, and releases like Powerpuff Girls are good for younger readers, Woodard said. Samurai Jack may invoke nostalgia from the 1990s, as it has a new comic coming out for the event.
"We're always trying to do active things that are family-oriented," Woodard said, adding that comic books encourage kids to read.
The store opens at 11 a.m. Starting at Noon local artists Albert Capitan and Dexter Blanding will show off their work and draw humorous sketches of customers in costume.
Local costume specialist Christa Elrod, who has won several of Soundwave's costume contests, will be giving tips for making Halloween costumes.
The party starts at about 6 p.m. and the costume contest is expected to be at 7 p.m. There will be prizes for winners. There are guys, girls and kids categories.
At 8 p.m. there will be a comic and pop culture auction in which customers auction collectible items from their collection. This means rare and possibly signed comics as well as other noteworthy pop culture items.
"It's a good way for customers to get rid of things they are tired of and get some new things in their collection," Woodard said. "We're ready to kick it up and get horrified with decorations. Halloween has always been one of my favorite holidays."
"It's free and everyone is welcome," manager Holly Griffin said, adding that the costumer contest theme is movie mayhem.
"Comics are for everyone," Woodard said.
Guests are encouraged to get into the Halloween spirit with comic book themes ranging from horror, paranormal, sci-fi and spooky twists on traditional super hero books.
At Halloween Comicfest Soundwave will debut its first t-shirts that come in two designs made by local artists Brice Gould and Dexter Blanding.
Soundwave is located at 2139 B. North Main Street, Summerville, near the intersection of College Park Road.
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well the only reason i changed is because i lost my pit30 password so now i am rikku57.
I get it now. shouldn't you have that password writin' down some place though?
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So, what's on the agenda for tomorrow? Barbecue? Road race? Maybe pick up a new pair of white summer shoes at that big sale at the Eastwood Mall?
Hmm. Memorial Day activities.
Listen, I'm all about picnics, 5Ks and even super clearances on new kicks for my favorite season.
But that's not really what tomorrow is about; now, is it? It is about remembering.
Remembering men and women who aren't here on earth anymore because they were brave ... so brave, in fact, that they died in the line of military service.
It may have been in a war battle, it may have been in peace time; long ago or last week, stateside or overseas ... doesn't matter. They laid down their lives directly or indirectly FOR US, for other people in need of protection and support - for the good of mankind, in general.
It takes a special person to dedicate his or her life to the greater good and out of love and respect for freedom, democracy and respect for the dignity of humanity, in general. Sound familiar? To those of us who read the Bible, it should.
Because in the 13th verse of the fifth chapter of John, it states very clearly that Jesus taught: "Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends."
And, at the risk of irking those who refuse to see the parallel between this verse and the core tenets of the military, methinks it's pretty obvious that (at least) a majority of our service men and women hold fast to the fundamental beliefs outlined in the world's leading religions.
For we are, after all, "One nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all," as the 1954 Congress asserted when they rightly revised Francis Bellamy's version of the Pledge of Allegiance. For my money, that session of Congress got it right.
So, I'm going to edge out a little further onto that limb and assume that a large contingent of military men and women believe in God; which ultimately leads them to a life of service to help improve the quality of life for their fellow men and women.
It's what enables them to make the ultimate sacrifice in the name of honor, code and loyalty, to quote the infamous and fictitious Col. Nathan Jessup in the classic film "A Few Good Men."
And more than a few good men and women have died in order to preserve our rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness here in America and in many other places throughout the world for centuries.
And what matters is that we remember them today; they deserve at least that.
And in memory of so many whom I respect so deeply, I'd also like to give a shout-out to some of the military men and women in my life - and in my daily prayers - while they are here to know how much I admire and revere them:
Brad Smith, David Mauer, Terry and Jim Naughton, TJ Richards, Joey Swisstok, David Skowron, Brian McHenry, Pete and Jake Layshock, Pete "Drew" Sauer and one very special Marine friend of mine whose name I shan't mention, per his request to never call him out publicly in my column.
He knows who he is - and he knows what great admiration and gratitude I hold for him and all of his brothers and sisters in the corp. I pray for them all every single day, along with every single member of the United States military, past and present.
Thank you. I will never forget what Memorial Day is intended to commemorate.
God Bless America and those who stand in her defense, always.
Kimerer is a Tribune Chronicle columnist who reveres American service men and women. Contact her with stories about your favorite military members at firstname.lastname@example.com.


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MUNCIE, Ind. - The Ball State women's tennis team (15-8, 5-2 MAC) claimed a 4-3 victory over Bowling Green (10-7, 4-3 MAC) at Cardinal Creek Tennis Center Friday in Mid-American Conference action.
"It was a great team win today," said Ball State head women's tennis coach Max Norris. "We had a great collective effort in doubles and in singles I thought we fought hard throughout. It was great to see us pull out wins at the middle of our lineup. We are excited to compete and represent Ball State tomorrow."
Ball State swept all three doubles matches to take the point from Bowling Greend early on in the match. Kristel Sanders and Toni Ormond were the first duo off the court after posting an 8-2 win over Katie Brozovich and Nikki Chiricosta. At No. 3 doubles, the twosome of Courtney Wild and Ayaka Terash defeated the Falcons Hannah Drayton and Harley Hutchinson, 8-4 which claimed the double point for Ball State. Courtney Earnest and Bethany Moore rounded out the wins at the No. 1 position with a 8-7 (5) victory over Drew Fillis and Emily Reuland.
In singles action, Terashi beat Drayton in straight sets on court four to put the Cardinals up 2-0. Earnest then dropped a 7-5, 6-0 decision at the No. 1 spot to give Bowling Green its first point of the competition. After that, Moore and Sanders would each win their matches in straight sets in their respective positions. For the second straight MAC competition Sanders match was the deciding point for the Cardinals. Bowling Green took the last two points from Ball State but the Cardinals had already won the match 4-3.
The Ball State women's tennis team will close out its Mid-American Conference regular season Saturday against Western Michigan at the Cardinal Creek Tennis Center with a 1 p.m. first serve.
After this weekend, Ball State will compete at the 2014 MAC Tournament in Oxford, Ohio hosted by Miami University (April 25-27).
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ERIE - Tony Plagman enjoyed a career game with three homers and eight RBIs for Erie as it extended the Curve's woes Saturday night.
On a wild night at Jerry Uht Park, seven batters were hit, two members of the Curve were ejected and Altoona lost its fifth straight game, 11-6. The club is now a season-high eight games below .500.
Plagman carried the SeaWolves, who rallied from an early 3-1 deficit to win their fourth straight. He hit a solo homer in the second, belted a two-run shot in the fourth for a 4-3 lead and drilled a grand slam in the sixth for an 11-3 cushion.
Plagman was hitting just .167 with three homers and 12 RBIs before his explosive night. He went 4-for-5 and had a chance for a fourth homer in the eighth but flew out to left.
Three Curve batters were hit by a pitch, including third baseman Jeremy Farrell twice.
Both benches had already been warned when Farrell was hit for a second time in the seventh, and he was ejected when he griped at the home plate umpire for not taking action against Erie reliever Jared Gayhart. Manager P.J. Forbes also was ejected after that sequence.
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Today: Altoona at Erie, 1:05 p.m.
Pitching matchups: Curve LHP Kris Johnson (0-0, 2.08) vs. SeaWolves LHP Kelvin De La Cruz (1-4, 4.50)
Record: 13-21
Five things you need to know
1. The Curve lost their fifth straight game Saturday and are a season-high eight games below .500 at 13-21, which is the second-worst record in the Eastern League.
2. The Curve have the worst road record in the EL at 4-13. They've been much better at home, going 9-8.
3. It's easy to see why the record is so bad. The Curve have the worst offense and the worst defense in the league. Their 117 runs and 10 homers are last in the EL, and their 43 errors rank at the bottom.
4. The pitching staff has been a little better, ranking ninth in the EL with a 4.03 ERA.
5. No members of the offense or pitching staff are anywhere close to the league's top 10 in hitting or pitching, so the team is not having success, nor are any individuals standing out.
Altoona pitchers hit four Erie batters, including plunking right fielder Ben Guez three times.
Curve starter Brandon Cumpton (4-3) had been pitching well but allowed six runs - five earned - in 4 2/3 innings. James Avery (5-2) allowed three runs in five innings to win for Erie.
Robbie Grossman went 2-for-3 with a homer, three runs and two RBIs for Altoona, while Ramon Cabrera was 3-for-5 with three RBIs.
Game recap
Key player: LF Tony Plagman hit three homers and drove in eight for Erie.
Key play: Plagman's grand slam in the seventh blew the game open.
Key stat: The Curve have lost five in a row.
How they scored
Top 1st: Grossman doubled, scored on Cutler single (1-0).
Bottom 1st: Romero solo homer (1-1).
Top 2nd: Picart walked, scored on Grossman two-run homer (3-1).
Bottom 2nd: Plagman solo homer (3-2).
Bottom 4th: Guez reached on Picart error, scored on Plagman two-run homer (3-4).
Bottom 5th: Romero singled, scored on Lennerton double (3-5); Plagman single scored Lennerton (3-6).
Bottom 6th: Johnson singled, scored on Guez hit by pitch with bases loaded (3-7); Romero singled, Lennerton walked, both scored along with Guez on Plagman grand slam (3-11).
Top 7th: Farrell hit by pitch, pinch runner Brown scored on Cabrera single (4-11).
Top 9th: Grossman walked, Brown walked, both scored on Cabrera double (6-11).


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Tracy Adler, director of the Ruth and Elmer Wellin Museum of Art, moderated an ArtTable panel discussion on "The Art and Science of Museum Engagement" on Feb. 14 in Chicago. The event was part of the College Art Association's (CAA) annual conference.
The panel included Anne Bergeron, associate director of external affairs at the Dallas Museum of Art; Beth Tuttle, president and CEO of Cultural Data Project; Rand Suffolk, director of the Philbrook Museum of Art; and William Hennessey, director of the Chrysler Museum of Art.
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Signal Classification Using Novel Pattern Recognition Methods and Wavelet Transforms
Akhbardeh, Alireza
Publication type: Doctoral dissertation
Issue date: 2007-03-09
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University: Tampere University of Technology
Faculty: Department of Information Technology
Department: Institute of Signal Processing
A complete pattern recognition system consists of a sensor that gathers the observations to be classified or described; a feature extraction mechanism that computes numeric or symbolic information from the observations; and a classification or description scheme that does the actual job of classifying or describing observations, relying on the extracted features. A pattern recognition example, in this dissertation, is the Ballistocardiogram (BCG). The BCG measurement, recording systems, and signal pre-processing were studied as part of the work. The thesis reviews various BCG measurement techniques and devices, noise removal from the measurements and segmentation methods of the BCG signal. Different types of wavelet transforms (WTs), as feature extraction methods, were studied and applied for the classification of BCG. A novel feature extraction method called Time-frequency moments singular value decomposition (TFMSVD) was also developed yielding results similar to the WT. The development of machine learning algorithms is essential in developing intelligent systems such as autonomous robots. Artificial neural networks (ANNs) are one of the technologies in learning systems. Usually the learning process is based on training ANNs with a representative set of real world examples and then the trained network is embedded into a system. There are, however, a number of problems with most existing ANN structures. These include time consuming training, large amounts of training data and the fact that complicated structures are difficult to implement in embedded systems and integrated circuits, in particular. The aim of the study was to address the above problems by developing novel methods for well-known pattern classification test data sets such as IRIS and Vowel data as well as for BCG. The developed learning algorithms (QuickLearn, CombilNet and its example SF-ART) performed equally well in pattern classification performance with conventional ANNs although SF-ART required less than ten training cycles. The QuickLearn algorithm classifies data almost as well as the traditional ANNs although it requires only one learning cycle.
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