text: Hawk Visits / Scouting Posted by on Mar 29, 2009 16:18 ShareTweetby: Chris "Beanie" Sullivan Ohio State running back Chris Wells will be headed to Seattle in the coming weeks for a meeting with team officials. No shock there, really. Wells is considered by some to be the top running back in the draft, and he has bolstered that claim with 40 yard dash times in the 4.35-4.45 second area. I can't imagine the Hawks using a #4 pick on Wells, but it is good to see us checking up with these guys. Kansas State QB Josh Freeman will also be visiting Seattle in the coming days. Projected as a mid-first rounder, Freeman is touted by some as the QB with the most upside and by others as the clearest bust in the draft. He's got excellent size and a great arm, but mediocre feet and poor decision making. The bottom line is, he lost quite frequently and did so facing iffy competition. Both Freeman and Wells are indicative that the Hawks might be looking to trade down, but of course, they'd be derelict in their duty to ignore the top guys so these visits probably doesn't mean much. The Hawks were also present for Brandon Gibson's workout at Chief Sealth H.S. Running in the rain and wind, Gibson pulled off times in the 4.6 second area, much slower than the 4.4 he expected to run. Coming off a hamstring injury, that isn't too surprising. Still, Gibson ran very precise routes and looked good according to Eric Williams. Seahawks third-string QB Jeff Rowe threw to Gibson. ~END~ ShareTweetSeahawks Tickets About View all posts by →


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Rosetta Genomics uses miRNA to identify cancers of unknown origin.
By Kevin Davies
July 14, 2008 | During her 15 years at Novartis Institute for Biomedical Research, Dalia Cohen, the pharma's former head of functional genomics, was fortunate to be allowed to pursue some of her own research interests, which included transcription (see "Genomics Provides the Kick Inside," Bio-IT World, November 2003). She helped launch the company's histone deacetylase program, identifying one gene family member.
Two years ago, Cohen joined Israeli biotech Rosetta Genomics as chief science officer, and her former interests are proving more relevant than she dreamed possible. "Rosetta is one of the first companies to identify micro RNAs (miRNAs) using bioinformatics tools," Cohen says from Israel, where she spends about 1/3 of her time. "While others identified microRNAs using biology, one of the first microRNAs was discovered from a library of [non-coding] junk DNA."
Rosetta uses a variety of public and proprietary bioinformatics programs to identify this increasingly interesting family of RNA molecules. miRNAs are naturally occurring RNAs that act as master regulators with the potential to form the basis for a new class of diagnostics (based on their differential expression in diseases) and therapeutics.
Pinpointing the Primary
Earlier this year, Cohen and colleagues published an interesting paper in Nature Biotechnology on the use of miRNAs to identify the origin of primary tumors that give rise to metastases in cancer patients. She says the problem of "cancers of unknown primary" (CUP) is an urgent unmet medical need, as conventional tools do not always allow pathologists and oncologists to identify the source of many metastases. About 70,000 patients in the U.S. are classified as CUP annually. "As a result, the patient gets many types of chemotherapy treatments while the right treatment isn't often given," says Cohen. "It's clear that what's available today is not sufficient or accurate enough for physicians to know how to treat the patient."
About when Cohen joined the company, Rosetta scientists identified miRNAs and began asking whether they could profile miRNAs in primary to identify the tumor origins. "We looked at the microRNAs expressed in 22 different tumor types," Cohen explains. "We identified the expression profile of the microRNAs in a variety of primary tumors. Then we asked whether we can see these microRNAs in metastases. The answer is yes—[we see] the same pattern of expression of micro RNA in primary tumors [and metastases], for example, a breast tumor and metastasis into the lung."
In the report, Cohen and colleagues studied miRNA expression in 400 samples from 22 different tumor tissues and metastases. Using a subset of 48 miRNAs and training decision algorithms, they were able to classify two thirds of the samples with high accuracy (>90%). Unresolved for now is whether the specific miRNA in the primary tumor is mechanistically involved in the metastatic process. Other groups, Cohen says, have found some evidence that miRNA might be involved in metastasis.
"This paper will be translated to an assay used by physicians," Cohen predicts. A diagnostic test to identify the CUP site should be ready and submitted for regulatory approval later this year.
Meanwhile, Rosetta has submitted a test, developed in conjunction with a CLIA-certified lab at Columbia University Medical Center, to distinguish two classes of the most common form of lung cancer (affecting 185,000 Americans each year), to New York State. If approved, the test will be the first to use Rosetta's miRNA technology. "With advancements toward more targeted therapies for cancer, there is a growing need for better diagnostics," said Amir Avniel, president and CEO of Rosetta Genomics. Another test—to differentiate (asbestos-associated) mesothelioma from adenocarcinoma—is also being readied for regulatory approval.
Rosenfeld, N. et al. MicroRNAs accurately identify cancer tissue origin. Nat Biotechnology 2008; 26: 462–469.
This article appeared in Bio-IT World Magazine.
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This sentence was announced by the U.S. Department of Justice, the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (ICAC), the Colorado Springs Police Department, and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI).
After he completes his prison sentence, Peter Robert James, 43, of Colorado Springs, Colo., was also ordered to spend 10 years on supervised release. Chief Judge Daniel also ordered James to pay restitution totaling $5,000 to the two victims of his crime, with each receiving $2,500. The defendant appeared at the hearing free on bond, and was remanded into custody at the conclusion of the sentencing hearing.
James was indicted by a federal grand jury in Denver Feb. 27. He pleaded guilty to distributing child pornography before Chief Judge Daniel June 8, and was sentenced Oct. 22.
According to the stipulated facts contained in the plea agreement, on Aug. 10, 2010, a police officer in the Child Exploitation Section of the Sex Crimes Unit of the Toronto Police Service signed on to a file-sharing program account of an individual who had been arrested by the London Police Service for possessing child pornography. The Toronto police officer observed that a person using a specific username was online. The officer browsed the 14 top-level directories that the target was sharing.
While browsing the directories and subdirectories, the officer observed many child pornography images. The officer captured thumbnails of more than 3,000 of these browsed images. The collection of files was large and well-organized. The officer determined that the IP address of the username in question was registered to Comcast Cable with the user located in Colorado Springs. The officer ultimately downloaded 82 files from the target, which included 71 images and five videos of child pornography. The Toronto Police Department referred the findings of their investigation to HSI, who in turn referred the case to the Colorado Springs Police Department.
Coincidentally, also on Aug. 10, 2010, an FBI agent in California working in an undercover capacity signed into the same file-sharing program. The agent observed that an individual with the same username the Toronto officer had targeted was online and sharing files. The FBI agent browsed the target's shared directories and observed that he was sharing over 111,100 organized files totaling over 322 gigabytes of data. In these shared directories, the agent observed titles and thumbnails indicative of child pornography, and captured the thumbnails. The agent then downloaded 180 image files and five video files from the target. During the download the FBI agent observed the same IP address that the Toronto police officer observed. These two investigations occurred independently.
The California FBI agent passed the information along to the FBI in Colorado. A Colorado FBI agent conducted surveillance at the Colorado Springs address of the target IP address. The address consisted of a large horse stable with an attached business/customer area and a detached residential structure. Each time the agent conducted surveillance at the property, a vehicle registered to Peter James was parked directly in front of the residential structure. The agent passed his lead along to the Colorado Springs Police Department.
On Sept. 7, 2010, a Colorado Springs Police Department detective obtained a state search warrant for the address. On Sept. 8, 2010, a Colorado Springs Police Department and HSI team executed the search warrant. During the execution of the warrant, the detective contacted Peter James. During the course of the search warrant the special agents and officers determined that James used the username that was the target of the investigation. They also determined that he was the only one who had access to his computer, and that his computer contained the same file-sharing program. During the search, HSI special agents and Colorado Springs police officers recovered from the defendant's bedroom documents, passwords, a desktop computer, hard drives, a webcam, and CDs, among other things.
Investigators determined that the defendant obtained child pornography online. The defendant had about 300 gigabytes of child pornography on his external hard drive. He had spent the last 10 years collecting the child pornography.
A forensic review of the defendant's digital media revealed over 228,448 images of child pornography, and over 4,248 videos of child pornography in total. Of the 228,448 images of child pornography, at least 21,500 were "known" images - that is, images where prior cases had confirmed that the children pictured subsequently had been identified and rescued. Of the 4,248 videos of child pornography, at least 200 were "known" videos.
Forensic analysis also revealed that the defendant engaged in "chats" with other file-sharing users. In these chats, the defendant discussed his efforts to induce prepubescent boys to expose themselves during webcam sessions. James stated that in the chats he pretended to be an underage girl during the webcam sessions to induce the prepubescent boys to expose their genitalia. The defendant also stated that he showed the prepubescent boys with whom he was chatting videos taken from webcam sessions with prepubescent girls, and represented to the boys that he was one of the girls pictured in the videos.
"Our special agents from Homeland Security Investigations routinely work with other federal, state and local law enforcement agencies to identify, locate and prosecute those who sexually exploit children," said Kumar Kibble, special agent in charge of HSI Denver. "With partnerships like the one we enjoy with the Internet Crimes Against Children task force, predators can't hope to hide in cyberspace for long." Kibble oversees a four-state area including: Colorado, Montana, Utah and Wyoming.
"The U.S. Attorney's Office, and law enforcement in general, have the sober responsibility of prosecuting those responsible for the graphic sexual exploitation of children," said U.S. Attorney John Walsh. "The Colorado Springs community can be assured that the defendant will spend the next 15 years in prison, with an additional 10 years of supervision, and thus will be 68 years old when he will be free from court supervision."
"This case is an example of local Internet Crimes Against Children Task Forces and Federal law enforcement working together to protect children," said Colorado Springs Police Sgt. Bill DeHart, who is the ICAC coordinator. "A dangerous predator has been held accountable for his actions and the community is safer."
This case was investigated by the Colorado Springs Police Department, ICAC, HSI and the FBI.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Ryan Bergsieker, District of Colorado, prosecuted this case.
This investigation was part of Operation Predator, a nationwide HSI initiative to protect children from sexual predators, including those who travel overseas for sex with minors, Internet child pornographers, criminal alien sex offenders and child sex traffickers. HSI encourages the public to report suspected child predators and any suspicious activity through its toll-free hotline at 1-866-DHS-2ICE or by completing its online tip form. Both are staffed around the clock by investigators.
Suspected child sexual exploitation or missing children may be reported to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, an Operation Predator partner, at 1-800-843-5678.


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Recently a complex set of circumstances resulted in me being at a house party. Not a party in someone's house, but a party at which only house music was played. By the legendary Louis Vega no less…whoever the fuck that is. And even though I really like house music, a house party is not a place where you should ever go looking for Max. I don't go to parties like that because – to be perfectly frank – they're filled with White people. Not that I have anything against White people – I grew up in a very White city and some of my favourite people from my past are melanin-deficient. It's simply that I am the kind of Black person who really (really) prefers to be around Black people.
The people I went to the party with were Black; new friends who I liked very much. But as I stood in the party, gritting my teeth as I was bumped into from every direction by drunk, staggering, hyper White people, I couldn't help looking at them (and the few other Black people at the party) with equal parts derision and incredulity. If I was the type of person to make scenes at parties, I would have grabbed them by their shoulders and screamed "HOW can you LIKE this? What kind of Black people are you?!?"
The answer, of course, is simple. A different kind than I.
These are the kind of Black people who don't see the world filtered through race. They don't choose which events they attend based on the race of the attendees or read books because of the race of the author. They don't automatically cheer for the Black guy on their favourite reality TV show and when they start a new job, they don't immediately befriend the one other Black guy. This kind of Black person is comfortable having no Black friends or living in a city where there are no Black people. They don't choose their political party based on the fact that its leader has jungle fever
like I did. They just do what they do, go where they go, like what they like…whether those things happen to be "black" or not.
I used to be this kind of Black person myself. When I was a
naive teenager who wanted an identity for myself beyond my race I went out of my way to shun any- and everything I considered Black and opted instead for whatever was considered cool at the time. I wanted to develop a personality beyond "the black girl" and refused to listen to the music, go to the parties, or befriend the people the world expected me to just because they were Black.
Then I discovered A Different World and it changed my life. The music, the clothes, the slang that I'd been avoiding were now being used by the coolest cast of characters ever on a Thursday night. Every week there was something new to learn about and the longer it went on, the more I learned that Black culture is effing cool.
These days, I am pretty much the opposite of the way I was in high school. After spending so much time rejecting my Blackness, I do my best to OD on it now. And because of that, I find it hard to process it when I meet Black people like my house-party friends who don't seem to feel the same way. Although it's totally unfair, when I meet Black people who seem not to make their race the centre and object of their existence, I can help wondering why. And I can't help judging them for what I presume their reasons to be.
There's much more I could say about this, but I'd much rather hear your thoughts. Have you ever felt like an outsider because of your race or culture? Do you ever downplay it to make it easier to fit in? Am I being a judgmental asshole?? Speak on it in the comments.
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Yeah, there are times where I've felt like an outsider because of my race. And there are times where I'll see a group of select unnecessarily rowdy Black people and I'll automatically disassociate myself from that group in saying, "I'm not like them muthafckahs" because I don't how some black people act and I'll just simply say That's not ME. faster than you can blink. But I never really went around disowning the race entirely. I love being Black. I won't cheer with the Black person that makes it alive in the scary movie [s/he was lucky lol]. I embrace all races with open arms… most of the time lol Are you being a judgmental asshole? If I say yes, will you beat me? 😀
Lol no Suki I'm not going to beat you
I'm gonna cut you…I will thank you for your honesty!
It's always funny to see you threaten me. I imagine it… then laugh it off. Cuz I have a strategy. Count 1…2…3 and watch you not move
cuz you were waiting for 4! HA! i<3u
I'm the kind of black person that grew up in a city and school system that's 80-90% black, in the south. I went to a HBCU, but I work in a field that's majority white–but what field isn't? lol
I'm the kind of black person that is always looking for, and feels at home, with other black people. always. I won't get into the classifications between black folks vs. ni@@as because yall know the distinction. but I love them too–unless they are trying to kill or rob me. I kid, no I'm serious. we are a colorful people–what's not to love?
I'm nice and pleasant enough go get along with all people but at the end of the day–I know where I wanna be. I don't see anything wrong with that. at all. be who you are Max–I would've tried that party out for the sake of appreciating different scenes, but I wouldn't have lasted all night. well maybe if the drinks were good and I found a good conversation partner/crew.
I do downplay it at times to keep the peace. I'm a peaceful mofo, after all. I don't want no ruckus, and I definitely don't want to be the cause of it. But say some slick shit and…well then its a wrap. lol
"…but I work in a field that's majority white–but what field isn't? lol"
I think I'm weird. I've always been a mixed crowd type of girl until I got to college and some how fell into near exclusive black group. I went majority for my masters and I'm sinking back into nearly all black group. I think for me personally I tend to side with other parts of my heritage so I sometimes lack a grip on the typical "black folks" jokes which makes me feel uncomfortable. My skin tone indicates that I should be in the know but I'm often lost lol.
Like Suki though I'm quick to give the side eye to some members… mostly those that ride the DC Metro.
For just drinking and bar hopping I like a mix crowd. I'll go with my 2520 friends and feel fine. But, when it's time for partying as in clubs and lounges I like establishment that play old and new hit and reggae. The places that play that music tend to mostly attract black people and a few "others". I do try to befriend the one black guy at work and gravitate towards people of color in classes. I went to a PWI and most of them came from some type of $, went to private school all their lives, and received brand new cars when they finished HS. I didn't identify with that.
I usually don't root for the black on reality tv…unless he's cute.
IF you want to get rip roaring drunk and have some hilarious stories to tell you def have to go out with your melanin deficient friends
I love my black folks! Like Reecie mentioned I like nigg@s too. I am mixed and from Belize and hate it when someone tries to indentify me as anything but black ( sometimes my friends call me hispanic). However, I do have an eclectic group of friends. Some of my dearest friends are white and asian. I live in one of the largest melting pot cities in Cali and I love it. In a 5 mile radius from my home I can find Vietnamese, Chinese, Jamaican and soul food. At the end of the day I will always love and appreciate my black people FIRST.
*side bar. I can not date a 2520 again. I have tried and I just can't. The last one was really a great guy (on paper) but he smelled like bologna when he was wet and he didn't understand what being ashy was. He also kept trying to get me to sex him so he could know why he would never go "back". *sigh*
This post is doper than anybody realizes. What was it that drew you into the type of click you are in? I think the issue is over looked in black people b/c 'they' think it is just based on skin. But why are goth kids into Slayer or Sci Fi kids into Star Trek. Why is it that we like big butts and hate snitching?
I know I became introduced to the black is cool movement by my cousin (who has since left the movement). But she showed me my first public enemy video and it has been on ever since. Tribe called quest (say the whole thing, like a pimp named slickback). Leaders of the New School (all Long Island/East Queens acts). Before rap I didn't even find black women that attractive. Sure I was only 6 or 7. But I like Molly Wringwall (sp) and Madonna. It was rap that brought me Darlene Ortiz on the cover of Ice T's Power and that chick from the 'G Thing' video shoot that got her top popped while playing volleyball.
One thing I don't like about my GF or her friends is their inablity to leave race behind. They bring out a bunch of stupid African American Study Quotes about how race will always be there. Even if that were true, that does not have to be the defining factor of the night. Captain Obvious, if we were the only black people in the room do we really have to have a discussion about being the only black people in the room? You put me or my goons anywhere in the world and we will feel great. Race is an excuse, I can't be contained by a societal construct.
Oh and while I don't always root for the negro on reality TV, I consider it a crime against nature to root against a black QB. Even if Vick is playing against my giants, I atleast want it to be a high scoring game so people can admit he can play QB.
Mike Vick. Vince Young. McNabb. That Josh Freeman with the Jew Afro. All Virgina Tech QBs. Pat White. Terrell Pyror. Troy Smith.
every black QB except JaMarcus Russell….. he goes into the clarence thomas category.
Cosign the Black QB stuff.
How does Drew Brees get a shot – but Troy Smith is too short, but they're basically the same height. And why did Arizona go get a proven failure in Derreck Anderson instead of giving a guy like Troy Smith a shot.
How did Charlie Ward, one of the illest college football players of all time who played in an NFL style offense, fall to the second round. But the Denver Broncos – who already have a good QB in Kyle Orton TRADE UP to draft Tim Tebow who played in an offense that only works in college, runs like fullback and throws like a… fullback…
If Vick was the starter but sucked in his first 2 quarters and got hurt and Kolb came in and played 6 flawless quarters – are we all 100% sure Vick would still be the starter when he was healthy? Just a thought…
I hate the Redskins, love the Giants, but, I'm having a lot of trouble not rooting for them this year, just so Mcnabb can sh** on the Eagles.
Yeah Cheekz – I feel you.
haha my dad always taught me that when all else fails, root for the black coach and/or QB. this has been my rule ever since. and like you said, even if they're playing MY team (chargers, hometown squad), i give much respect to the black qb/coach simply because they're there.
Great post max.
I myself have friends of all races, colours and creeds but must admit that I'm most comfortable being around people like me. And in my case it's more specific than just being black, it's being Jamaican born but Canadian raised, it's a weird netherworld where when I'm in Jamaica I'm not Jamaican enough and I don't need to tell you how I'm perceived here in Toronto.
Have I ever felt like an outsider strictly because of my race or culture? Of course, but I try not to let that get in the way of my flex. I'm going to move how I want to move and if that means going to a party and being the only brother for miles, then so be it.
But I must admit, that I do downplay certain things around certain people in order to fit in more comfortably…for example, the white dudes who I work with would flip their lids if they observed and/or listened to me in my "natural milieu" with my friends. Or as we'd actually say when I'm with "de man dem"…But then again, most of us do relate to people in specific ways depending on our cultural, political, social, national and linguistic ties with them. I think to a certain extent it's just human nature.
I have the same issue down here. Jamaican born, but American raised..
I'm too Jamaican for the Americans and vice versa..
I had an interesting childhood… at least I'd say I did. I grew up on Long Island, in a lower middle class suburb. The little block I grew up on just happened to be a bastion for illegal – drug related activity. My elementary school was so black that some kids bullied the few fair skinned spanish kids because they thought they were white. But I was really smart. So, after elementary school, I went to a private middle/high school on a scholarship (and with the help of a wonderful aunt). There, I was with all sorts of kids. Rich white Jewish kids, rich white children of Mafia families, Rich black kids who acted white, rich black kids who acted really hood. And then, other kids like me, who were there by luck. At that school, I was very popular with all crowds (homecoming king, Student Gov. President… all that), but, I didn't fit all the way into any crowd in particular. Was too aware and had seen too much really hood sh*t to be down with the wanna be ghetto black folks, but wasn't rich enough for the bourghie ones. And then, I was smart, opinionated and well spoken, which endeared me to a lot of white folks but my race and unwillingness to overlook our countries divided history kept me forever at a certain distance from white students.
Somehow though, my introduction to other cultures made me appreciate black culture even more. I just didn't have anyone to share that appreciation with – black or white. It wasn't untill I got to college (a PWI) that I actually found other black people like me. Black kids who were smart and knew their history and weren't afraid to speak the history to anybody (black white or otherwise). Blacks who liked to do well in school, but also liked Polo and Jordans and Jay-Z. And would also punch you in the mouth if you said something slick. That was my "A Different World" moment.
Now, I much rather be around my own people. I spend all day around everybody else. I love spending my free time with people who can appreciate (in a non-vicarious way) the shared experiences, shared history, and shared struggle and shared successes of those of the African Diaspora.
Dope Max!
I just googled PWI *hangs head in shame*
It's something edumacated black folks say to describe the racial make-up of their college or university. A PWI is a "Predominantly White Institution".
So I learned lol
I live in Canada every college or university is a PWI
LOL…I had to google it too! And 2520, lol!
Oh and even though it looks like it might be kinda corny, I plan on watching "Undercovers" with Boris Kodjoe just because it's rare that a black, married couple are the protagonists of a Primetime Network Drama.
*high five*
I actually try to think of it as a black Mr. & Mrs. Smith. I hope its dope, but then again it is network tv (and NBC at that) so we can only be optimistic…
well its nice to see network TV give them a chance though.
The checks are bigger.
'The Event' wasn't much of one.
Eff A Cuban President
The Event was so underwhelming. While watching it, all I could think about was Lost. It was like a Lost/"24″ hybrid. Didn't like it. I did catch Boardwalk Empire, which is void of all color, except that mammy-fied maid.
That's exactly what I thought…"is this a Lost wannabe?"
looks like some elements of FlashForward as well. I think the consensus of the premiere episode was "huh?" LOL
@Nia – From what I've read, Michael K. Williams (AKA Omar from The Wire) will have a decent sized role in Boardwalk Empire.
The story takes place in the early 20's which just around the time the great migration was starting – so – probably about 70% of people of color in this country were still living in the deep south.
But yeah, Scorcese doesn't hold any punches when it comes to his treatment of the racial stereotypes of the times in his period pieces.
Yeah, I know. I didn't expect to see a ton of black people walking around 1920s Atlantic City. Did you catch the black face band during the prohibition celebration scene?
I'm looking to seeing what role Omar plays in the story.
Yeah I tweeted about that when the rolled through. IDK, sometimes I feel like Scorcese goes overboard with pointing out the racial tension of certain periods of time – he does it in, literally, everything he directs, but then sometimes I wonder if I'm being too senstive. When you look at it objectively, he kinda does it to everyone.
My upbringing is very similar to Reecie's. All black everything. lol. And now, I find that I enjoy hanging out with a more mixed group of people. I love my black folks, and I have no problem hanging out with them. I'm just of the mind set, why do I have to? I spent my junior year of college away from my dear HBCU, and at a PWI. And didn't like that some of my own made me feel like an outsider for wanting to experience all that the PWI had to offer instead of just posting up at Ujamaa all the time, attending the parties they throw, or only socializing with them at the white frat parties. I alread attended an HBCU, and wasn't looking for a fake HBCU experience at a PWI. So now, I work with mostly white folks, and I socialize with black people who enjoy mixed crowds as much as I do..
However, I support all black actors, black quarterbacks, black hockey players, black sitcoms, black drams, black presidents on black dramas, and I will probably never really consider a non-black man for a romantic relationship. Unless he looks like Sayid, then I might consider it.
yasss Sayid and Mohinder Suresh from Heroes (now on Covert Affairs) have raised the stock of Middle Eastern men to me! they are FAHN.
I don't even know how to describe my upbringing.. Went to Catholic school and made friends with people from everywhere. I left and because my mother didn't want me at the "black school" she had me bussed to another school. Went to a magnet program for spanish and because it was in the hood, it was probably my first interaction with black people on a consistent basis.
My house played Barbra Streisand and Englebert Humperdink (yes, I wrote that)disco and easy-rock. I didn't know much about reggae until high school. There was always Bob Marley, but my mother kept me sheltered. I learned about hip-hop by Digital Underground and Tribe called Quest videos. Watched Yo! MTV Raps religiously. Didn't realize what "being black" was until middle school. Was called white until I reached high school. Then I was "that black chick with the eclectic tastes" I was in the band though, so it didn't really result in my being "uncool" (the fact that I dated one of the popular dudes helped)
I don't know. I don't take my race into account for much. Yes, I will say that I do consider the crowd before I go mostly anywhere. I have a low tolerance for crowds and stupidity and I usually find that once liquor is involved the stupidity factor increases..
I don't shun particular things just because they're white. I like what I like. However, "black" things don't get a free pass with me just because they're black. No, I dont' watch black shows just because they're black. The same goes for black movies, actors etc.. But that's just me..
"I don't shun particular things just because they're white. I like what I like. However, "black" things don't get a free pass with me just because they're black."
i went to an inner city high school that was about 95% black. i think i can count on one hand how many 2520's attended my high school. my neighborhood was all black. i went to a HBCU for undergrad and i attend a HBCU now for my graduate work. i'm used to being around black people. when i'm around a large amount of anglos is makes me nervous. i wonder how i'm going to deal in the professional world.
You'll be fine. They like to drink and BBQ just as much, if not more so than you. Well, I know they like to drink. lol. So, you will already have something in common. lol.
When you become immersed in a new work environment working with other ethic groups I would be super observant. At least that is what I did in the beginning. I made sure I became allies with the right people. Having friends that are 2520s is a whole different ball game than working with them, IMO.
I feel that way alllll the time! I grew up in a predominately white high school, but I was friends with everybody so I didn't really have a preference. Got to my 99.6% white university and I became CAUCASIAN-PHOBIC! My favorite weekend hobby was to OD on black parties, black events, a black ANYTHING cause most of my work-week was spent dealing with white folks, who I had absolutely nothing in common with. And don't get me started on what most of them consider a "fun" night out… getting drunk and becoming obnoxious and yet somehow oblivious to the feelings of those around you is WHACK! *raises right fist high above head*
De-lurking for a second to ask: Am I the only one bothered by the way we box ourselves in, and therefore out of a number of different life experiences based solely on race? I'm writing quickly and without mincing words, so forgive me if I sound harsh, but… while I love being black, I am not about to let my race dictate my interests or limit my life experiences.
I have never gone out of my way to avoid other black people, but I've also never felt like I should ignore my real interests in order to conform to some narrow standard of blackness. In no particular order, I like computer programming, Science Fiction, East Asian cultures, dance, politics, and outdoor sports. Most of these are not typically embraced by large numbers of black people. So what, are people like me supposed to do? Ignore our true passions to avoid the ire of the soul patrol?
The result of my decisions? I've had my black card revoked so many times I'm convinced I have an infinite supply. I'm old/secure enough to be fine with now because I know who I am. I just think it's unfortunate that this mentality shuts many of us out from finding our true passions, which may or may not lie within the realm of "acceptable black behavior."
I feel what you're saying. I'm the first one to bemoan the fact that Black people often enslave themselves by over-analyzing the implications of everything they do…am I less Black if I perm my hair, listen to country, attend a PWI?
I agree with you that we should be free to explore whatever interest captures us without worrying about having the Black card revoked.
For me though I look at my experience as a teenager as a forced separation from Black culture (although no one forced me to shun it) and I look at my adulthood as an opportunity to make up for lost time…so I don't see it as limiting myself when I choose to surround myself by Black people or Black culture. It makes me happier.
You say you get what I'm saying, but this entire post has an air of judgment that is getting co-signed far too frequently for my comfort level.
"Although it's totally unfair, when I meet Black people who seem not to make their race the centre and object of their existence, I can help wondering why. And I can't help judging them for what I presume their reasons to be."
Maybe the reason people don't make being black the center of their existence is because they have a different conception of what it means to be black. Maybe the things traditionally associated with black culture don't make them as passionate as critiquing art house films, the value of applied Game Theory, or the Bauhaus design movement.
Those people you are silently judging may happily go back to their family or predominantly black neighborhood/friend circle and have no issue with embracing that environment. Being interested in something that doesn't directly have to do with being black is no indication of discomfort with who you are. Why are so many people here making it seem like that's the case?
Choosing to be in environments that are predominantly black some or most of the time isn't limiting in and of itself.. but if that's how you plan to live the rest of your life, you could find yourself missing out on some amazing life experiences.
"Although it's totally unfair, when I meet Black people who seem not to make their race the centre and object of their existence, I can help wondering why. And I can't help judging them for what I presume their reasons to be."
i am right there with you on this entire post, but the above quote especially!!! i dont know where this mindset came from. my mother is latina so im not even "full" black (whatever that even means lol). but since i dont speak spanish fluently (neither does my mother), ive always been more comfortable and more accepted around blacks. hell, im not even from a city where there is a large percentage of black ppl.
nevertheless, i have this very clear idea about my racial/ethnic identity and never suffered from being a tragic mulatto. that while i CAN and DO hang out with many different types of ppl, like many different types of food/music/etc, and appreciate many different religions/cultures/languages/etc, ive ALWAYS preferred hanging with black ppl who identify with other blacks who identify with black culture. *shrugs*
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Actress Meghna Naidu, best known for her role in "Hawas", will soon enter "Jodha Akbar" as a character named Benazir.
The actress, also remembered for being a part of the video of the remixed version of "Kaliyon ka chaman", is excited to be back on the small screen and says she is happy that her role also has some dancing sequences.
"It feels good to come back and take up a role in one of the top-rated shows running on Indian television at the moment. I have been following 'Jodha Akbar' on and off and I love the grandeur of the sets and the entire look and feel of the show," Meghna said in a statement.
Talking about her role, she said: "The role is one of a temptress...someone who will captivate Akbar's attention through her guile and allure. She will be a part of his harem and will dance her way into his heart. So, I am glad the role entails dancing."
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Commemorative Yale baseball jersey, manufactured by Mitchell & Ness, signed by George H. W. Bush, forty-first President of the United States. This jersey originates from an exclusive 1997 private signing with the former President and is one of only 100 Yale jerseys signed by Bush. In years to come, we believe that collectors will have an increasing appreciation for this special limited edition. Bush has signed the jersey in black marker, vertically below the "E" in "Yale." The signature, which contrasts well against the light background, displays light bleeding due to the nature of the fabric and grades "7." A white tag, applied along the left front tail, bears the embroidered notation: "George Herbert Walker Bush - 41st President of the United States - January 20th, 1989-January 20th, 1993 - 86 of 100." Prior to his political career George Bush made a name for himself as captain of the Yale baseball team. In 1947 and 1948 Bush played first base for Yale, leading the Bulldogs to the College World Series, only to lose in the championship game each year. Following his collegiate career he remained an impassioned fan of our national pastime. The jersey bears the team name "Yale" on the front and the number "2" on the reverse in navy blue lettering. Near Mint condition. This a very substantial and attractive presidential signed display piece commemorating Bush's collegiate playing career. LOAs from James Spence/JSA and Steve Grad, Mike Gutierrez, Zach Rullo & John Reznikoff/PSA DNA. Reserve $200. Estimate $400/$800. SOLD FOR $812.00
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April 27, 2011 - Carla Tracy
Diners may win a trip for two between Maui and any non-stop destination serviced by Alaska Airlines in the first ever Maui Onion Challenge, running now through May 6 at eight participating Kaanapali restaurants.
The promotion is in conjunction with and leading up to the 22nd Annual Maui Onion Festival May 7 at Whalers Village Fine Shops & Restaurants in Kaanapali.
"The Maui Onion Challenge pits eight Kaanapali restaurants in a friendly competition to see who has the best Maui onion appetizer," says festival organizer Lisa Donlon. "During this time, the general public is encouraged to dine at participating Kaanapali restaurants to taste and score as many of the featured appetizers as possible."
"The winning Maui onion appetizer and the winner of the trip for two will be announced at 3:30 p.m. at the Maui Onion Festival's center stage," Donlon continues.
Participating restaurants include CJ's at the Fairway Shops, Black Rock Steak & Seafood at the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, Tiki Terrace Restaurant at Kaanapali Beach Hotel, Cane & Taro at Whalers Village, Pulehu at The Westin Kaanapali Ocean Resort Villas, Tropica Restaurant & Bar at The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Umalu at The Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa and the Ocean Terrace at Royal Lahaina Resort.
"With the exception of CJ's, all of the restaurants will feature the appetizer on their dinner menu. CJ's will offer it during lunch. The appetizers are all priced at $9.99."
Maui Onion Challenge appetizers include Kula Onion Phyllo Wrap, Maui Onion & Prawn Quiche with Kula Greens, Maui Onion and Truffled Rock Shrimp Fritter with waipoli watercress, Maui Onion Strudel, Caramelized Maui Onion flat bread with Surfing Goat Dairy chevre and pork belly lardon, Maui Onion Stuffed Pasta topped with Madeira demi sauce over rainbow beets, Kim Chee Kula Onion Chow Funn with Tempura Braised Pork Belly, and Maui Onion Jalapeno Rings.
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And several players proved themselves among the best in Southern California at their sport by earning a mention on the All-CIF squads.
Valencia finished with six total honorees in football and volleyball combined, Hart had one, and Santa Clarita Christian tallied eight, including all three top CIF-SS Division I 8-Man honors.
Viking juniors Alex Bishop and Steven Manfro made the All-CIF-SS Northern Division Offensive Team at quarterback and running back, respectively. Bishop threw for 3,416 yards and a school-record 36 touchdowns to only seven interceptions. Manfro rushed for 1,666 yards and 29 touchdowns this past season.
C.J. Reyes, Hart's senior quarterback, also made the offensive team as a utility player. Reyes threw for 2,731 yards and 25 touchdowns. He also averaged 39.8 yards per punt on special teams.
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Three senior members of Valencia's defense made the All-CIF-SS Northern Division Defensive Team as well.
Brock Vereen was picked as a defensive back. The senior cornerback is headed to the University of Minnesota after notching 51 tackles, a team-leading eight interceptions and one sack.
Vikings senior defensive linemen Kevin Rush and Ryan Wermich also made the team. The pair notched 12 sacks apiece. Wermich added 79 tackles, an interception and forced three fumbles. Rush also contributed 47 tackles and recovered three fumbles.
In 8-Man football, Santa Clarita Christian head coach Garrick Moss took home the Coach of the Year award after SCCS repeated as CIF-SS Division I champions.
SCCS running back Collin Keoshian took home 8-Man football's top honor, earning Offensive Player of the Year honors in Division I for a second straight year. He finished the season with 1,709 rushing yards, and his 36 rushing touchdowns pushed his career total to 102, which is No. 1 all-time in the Santa Clarita Valley.
Colin Mayhugh, a senior running back for the Cardinals, was named to the offensive team after finishing the year with 1,253 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns.
Last year, Keoshian committed to play for Brigham Young, which recruited him as a linebacker. Mayhugh, who is also a talented track athlete, is still weighing collegiate options.
Cardinals senior lineman Daniel Chaplin earned Defensive Player of the Year after leading the team in tackles with 129. SCCS nose tackle Adrian Mosley, also a senior, made the defensive team with 113 tackles and two sacks. He was joined by senior defensive lineman Ethan Espinosa, who also had two sacks to go with 92 tackles. Senior Brandon Harris made the squad as a linebacker with four sacks, four fumble recoveries and 44 tackles.
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"Yeah, it's a big honor, especially to be the only one in the Foothill League," Hank said. "This year definitely turned out to be a great year for me."
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Hammer Truism
"When the only tool you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail."
In UI designs, you are tempted (or even required) to use the UI controls tool kit which is provided to you. This can lead one to follow guidelines blindly and build useless interfaces using the latest controls, but it is also a guideline that leads to better productivity. You need to use what you have in order to get done quickly.
The problem comes when other principles aren't invoked to balance this. We've all seen
apps which are a nightmare of listboxes, tree views, and check boxes.
for related principles, patterns, and truisms.
This also applies to architecture. Oh, this problem clearly needs an Oracle Database to solve!
Also there's the old IBM consultant's line: "I don't know what the problem is, but the answer is CICS, COBOL, and DB2".
There's a Dilbert strip that illustrates the above point about architecture. It depicts various folks at a meeting. A problem is presented, and each meeting attendee suggests a solution that just happens to match their personal "hammer" -- weighted cash flow analysis, etc. In the final panel, a porcupine is sitting at the end of the meeting table and declares, "We must stick them with quills! It's the only way!!"
And don't forget the important converse: if you don't have a hammer, very few things will look like nails.
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Even Mother Nature seemed under Obama's spell. By the start of the ceremony, the skies over Washington, D.C., were clear but for the thinnest wisps of cloud, as a blinding sun kept winter temperatures tolerable. As one Obama aide put it, "if Barack Obama can deliver 70 degrees and sunny in Chicago for Election Day in November, we never had any doubt the sun would shine on his inauguration."
In his much-anticipated inaugural address, Obama thanked his predecessor "for his service to our nation, as well as the generosity and cooperation he has shown throughout this transition," then quickly got down to the business at hand.
Read the full transcript of Obama's inaugural speech here.
"That we are in the midst of crisis is now well understood," he said. "Our nation is at war, against a far-reaching network of violence and hatred. Our economy is badly weakened, a consequence of greed and irresponsibility on the part of some, but also our collective failure to make hard choices and prepare the nation for a new age."
Challenges Are RealReferring to the nation's problems, especially those in housing and health care, the new commander-in-chief noted "that the challenges we face are real. They are serious and they are many. They will not be met easily or in a short span of time. But know this, America – they will be met.
"On this day, we gather because we have chosen hope over fear, unity of purpose over conflict and discord. On this day, we come to proclaim an end to the petty grievances and false promises, the recriminations and worn out dogmas, that for far too long have strangled our politics."
In conclusion, Obama quoted George Washington on the challenge of starting anew, and said, "With hope and virtue, let us brave once more the icy currents, and endure what storms may come. Let it be said by our children's children that when we were tested we refused to let this journey end, that we did not turn back nor did we falter; and with eyes fixed on the horizon and God's grace upon us, we carried forth that great gift of freedom and delivered it safely to future generations."
Bush's Note of WelcomeContinuing a White House ritual started by Ronald Reagan, President Bush left a note in the Oval Office for his successor, wishing him well as he takes the reins of the executive branch.
"I won't provide any details, but the theme is similar to what he's said since election night about the fabulous new chapter President-elect Obama is about to start, and that he wishes him the very best," White House press secretary Dana Perino said Tuesday, the Associated Press reports.
Earlier in the day, after attending the traditional pre-inauguration church service for about an hour, the Obamas paid a call on the Bushes at the White House, with Mrs. Obama, wearing a sparkling gold sheath dress with matching long coat, presenting Laura Bush with a gift.
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Ack i've seen that before, in the big book shop near British council I think, wanted to buy it just from the cover lol
I stood reading this in the bookshop and my chuckles alerted a few security guard patrols, maybe they thought I was off my face.
Some great stories and maybe some based on exploits from members here?????
Ack i've seen that before, in the big book shop near British council I think, wanted to buy it just from the cover lol
Daniel Bedingfield claimed that his new album is what it would sound like if Sting, Stevie Wonder and Micheal Jackson were in a basement together - I haven't got the album so I'll have to imagine the sound of a blind bloke and a Geordie kicking the shit out of a pedophile.
I have read it. It is a bloody scream. I don't know if the stories are true but whoever wrote them knows the TEFL scene.
To be honest I didn't like it all. The author sent me a copy to review on ajarn.com some time ago but I found it really lacking in taste. That's just my opinion though.
I've just blown the dust off my copy and now remember I only got as far as the second chapter. Can I quote four lines from from page 22
"I said, open the fucking book"
What the fuck is wrong with these kids?
Jesus Fucking Christ. What is the problem with this lot?
Some people might find that appealing - even humorous - but it's not my scene.
The worst job in Thailand must be the man who has to sit down with a blue marker pen and mark a number two on the two-baht coins to stop people thinking they are one-baht coins.
Was he the writer that posted a few pages on here? If it is, it wa badly written and in poor taste.
i really hate to judge a book by it's cover but...
"so please show no pity as we come up from the ground, and please remember as you kill us and cut us down that time will not wash clean the bloody face of history, and someone will breathe here again and they will hate you for what you leave." m.g.
Maybe the folks who find that appealing could identify themselves?
...majestically enthroned amid the vulgar herd...
I honestly think that the story in there about the clueless 22 year old Brit who verbally abused his students was false.
The story about the female ajarn that used to go to work hungover with a mouthful of Clorets was pretty good.
Hint hint....go back and read the op.Originally Posted by tomcat
That part of the book has to be placed in context.Originally Posted by Bangkok Phil
The book describes many types of TEFLer and that part is the most extreme. It is a parody on the type of TEFLer we don't want. It certainly does not glorify that type of behaviour.
The book also describes a well intentioned middle aged woman TEFler going for her morning runs in the country.
I found it a very funny book. Try reading some of the other chapters before deciding.
It has a lot of obscene language, but that is the context. To be honest Phil some of the abuse and nonsense in this forum is far worse than what is in that book. I will presume you haven't had time to read it properly.
methinks a few ppl find it a little to close to the bone to appreciate much
I think he has written is based on collections of different characters.Originally Posted by kingwilly
The characters basically represent the good, bad and ugly sides of TEFL-ing in Thailand.
At the new airport bookstore, I found a bunch of books about teaching in Thailand. I thumbed through a few of them. The book mentioned on this thread did seem interesting. Mixing in a little bit of fiction is ok, but language can certainly dictate who will read on and who will place it back on the shelf.
I do like that cover pic.
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The 'pertness' is certainly spot on, on the "ajarn" I mean.Originally Posted by DunceCap


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You have nothing to be depressed about.
Get over yourself.
Why are you being such a bitch?
Stop being so selfish.
What have you got to be so unhappy about?
Oh, I read an interesting article in the Daily Mail about depression, it said….. *stops listening*
Tell me what's wrong.
Just tell me what's wrong.
Cheer up!
Get a grip.
You never know, it might never happen!
Happy mums have happy babies.
Oh my daaays, I was so depressed last night when the fit one got kicked off X Factor!
Have a drink, you'll feel better.
Have another drink, you'll feel much better.
Have a line, that'll help.
Have another line, that'll really help.
Oh I bought you this self help book that – *stops listening*
Stop being so negative.
Do you want to be unhappy?
Listen to this Radiohead song!
You emo.
I found these supplements for you, they're supposed to help with – *stops listening*
You miserable cow.
Let's go SHOPPING! That'll take your mind off of it!
You're so fucked up.
Ugh, I can't win can I?
A problem shared is a problem halved!
I had depression one time, I – *stops listening*
Why don't you just go and kill yourself?
What To Say To Someone With Depression:
It's OK.
Same here.
I'm here if you want to talk.
I understand.
Write it down.
Do you need anything?
I know.
Do you need some help?
I'm not going anywhere.
I'm listening.


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Welcome back to the Spoc-Hall of Fame nominations!
So far, this is our list:
- GvN Style Coach
- Monday Mystery Man
- Joker
- Dreamer
- Arizona
- … maybe you?
We've got an awesome personality of Spocal for this week!
We are proud to welcome to the Spoc-Hall of Fame… *drums*
KickAss has been around since December 2011, the 13th to be precise. Luck? Who knows.
In any case, our surfer Spocaler is a heavy commenter on Spocal. To any topic, at any time he will always have the right comment. KickAss goes straight to the point. He gives to his comments a spicy touch and if needed, kicks some ass around.
We are sure he will be one of the first power users to jump on to the Spocal Android App!… (hmmm, when was that again?)
Enter KickAss
1. What is your story?
I'm not feelin that creative today.
2. Does your nickname have a special meaning?
Some years ago when I was surfing in Biarriz, I met a guy who had a small corner shop called "KickAss", designing his own T-shirts and selling them. I like his lifestyle and yeah… the movie KickAss also impressed me.
3. What makes you laugh?
My Dog called Pluto.
4. What makes you cry?
Things worth to cry about. I don't cry alot.
5. Favourite drink?
6. Bar or disco?
Nightlife should never have routines!
7. What is your biggest dream?
To die as a happy old man with a big family.
8. Who should be next in this flash interview round?
Tortoise might be….!


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Police: Man shoots at woman after argument
Shooter has not been arrested yet
UPDATED 9:12 PM EDT Aug 06, 2013
Harrisburg police are investigating a shooting in the 1200 block of Mulberry Street around 7:15 p.m. Monday.
Police say a woman and a man were having an argument and the man pulled out a gun.
The woman ran off, but the man fired several shots, hitting another man in the foot, according to police.
The shooter has not yet been arrested.
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Hektoen1 concluded from his study of experimental measles that "the virus of measles is present in the blood of patients with typical measles some time at least during the first thirty hours of the eruption."
It would seem that Hektoen's experiments prove beyond a doubt that measles may be transmitted by injecting the blood of a person having measles into another person in normal health. One would expect, therefore, that infants in utero would be liable to contract measles if the mother should happen to have the disease during pregnancy. I wish, therefore, briefly to relate an observation which I have had the opportunity of making on this point. About seven years ago I called to see a woman who presented the usual signs of measles. She had never had the disease. Two children in the family were just recovering from it. She was in the eighth month of
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Christine Ann Muilenburg
A funeral mass was held Jan. 27 at St. Jude Catholic Church in Redmond for Christine Ann Muilenburg, who died Jan. 23 in Seattle. Mrs. Muilenburg, 44, had been a resident of Woodinville for 16 years. She was born May 9, 1951 in Long Beach, Ca., and was a licensed practical nurse (LPN) who had worked at St. Charles Hospital in Bend, Oregon and Sacred Heart Hospital in Eugene from 1972 to 1975. From 1975 to 1980, she worked at the Grande Ronde Hospital in LaGrande, Or. When Mrs. Muilenburg came to Washington, she worked in the emergency and critical care departments at Virginia Mason Hospital from 1980 to 1987.
In spite of a heart transplant she received in 1988, she continued volunteering at area schools and worked with Eastside Catholic Community Services. Mrs. Muilenburg's memberships included St. Jude Catholic Church, the LPN Association, and Redmond PTA. She also volunteered in the health rooms at Margaret Mead Elementary and Evergreen and Inglewood Junior Highs.
She was a member of the Redmond High School Boys' Basketball Association and was particularly excited when her son Sean played in two state basketball tournaments, although she missed the second one due to an unexpected complication of her illness.
Mrs. Muilenburg is survived by her husband Michael and sons Sean M. and Casey S., all of Woodinville; brother, David Lansing and wife Jan of Newport Beach, Ca.; and grandmother, Gertrude Whalen of Redmond.
Memorials in Mrs. Muilenburg's name may be sent to National Marfan Foundation, 382 Main St., Port Washington, NY 11050.
Richard F. Reynolds
Richard Reynolds, 71, died Jan. 21 at Evergreen Hospice in Kirkland. A long-time resident of Woodinville, he was born March 23, 1925 in Battle Creek, Michigan.
Mr. Reynolds served in the communications branch of the army during World War II and the Korean War. Following his retirement from the Army, he was an avid ham radio operator, a lifetime member of V.F.W. #2995 of Kirkland, and a volunteer member of King County O.E.M. Mr. Reynolds also enjoyed fishing and traveling.
He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Jean T. Reynolds; their children, Michael Reynolds of North Bend, Cathy Grimes and her husband James, and Christine Winters, all of Woodinville; his sons, Richard Reynolds and wife Pat, and Michael Reynolds, all of Chicago; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Services for Mr. Reynolds were held Jan. 29 at Eastside Four Square Church in Bothell. Internment will be at the Oak Hills Cemetery in Battle Creek, Michigan.
The family suggests that remembrances in Mr. Reynold's name may be made to Evergreen Hospice, 12822 124th Lane NE, Kirkland, WA 98034.
Genevieve H. Redden
A memorial service was held Jan. 22 for Genevieve Redden, 80, who died Jan. 20.
Mrs. Redden was born Nov. 28, 1915 in Gulva, South Dakota. She retired from Troy Laundry in 1983 and had lived with her daughter Gayle in Woodinville for the last 12 years.
She is survived by daughters Gayle Lillehaug of Woodinville and Judy Davidson of Portland, Oregon; son-in-law, Al Lillehaug; brothers, Bill and Stan Rataezyk, and sister, Veronica Hicks, all of Tacoma. Mrs. Redden's grandchildren include Al Lillehaug and his wife Kerri of Redmond, Tony Lillehaug of Issaquah, and Gary Collier of Seattle.
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WILLIAMS - Marcia E. "Marty" Williams, Montoursville, visitation 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, Maneval's. Burial to follow in Montoursville Cemetery.
GREENAWALT - Karen L. Greenawalt, city, 9:30 a.m. Monday, St. Boniface Catholic Church, 326 Washington Boulevard. Visitation 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Crouse's, 133 E. Third St.
OHLANDT - Carol A. Ohlandt, Jersey Shore, 11 a.m. Monday, Our Land of Guadalupe Church, 5175 Cold Spring Creamery Road, Doylestown. Visitation 9 to 10 a.m. Monday, Shelly Funeral Home, Easton, and Keller's, Church Roads, Plumsteadville.
FANSLAU - George F. Fanslau Jr., Wellsboro, 11:30 a.m. Monday, Buckheit's, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield. Visitation 11 to 11:30 a.m.
MASTERSON - Kenneth L. Masterson, city, 11:30 a.m. Monday, Sanders', 832 Diamond St. Viewing 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.
EMIG - Bruce Alan Emig, city, 2 p.m. Friday, PDC Building, Pennsylvania College of Technology Campus, 1 College Ave. Visitation 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sanders', 821 Diamond St.
BETRON - Richard L. "Rick" Betron, Danville, 11 a.m. June 8, Strawberry Ridge United Church of Christ, 1 W. Diehl Road, Danville.
ULMAN - Phyllis M. Ulman, Loyalsock Township, 1 p.m. Saturday, Crouse's, 133 E. Third St.
RUPERT - Thelma Louise Sones Rupert, Hickory, N.C., 1 p.m. June 9, St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 135 Hamilton St., Penn Yan, N.Y.
FINK - James T. Fink, Trout Run, 1 p.m. June 15, family farm, 111 Fink Road, Trout Run.
KESSLER - Danny Gene Kessler, Unityville, 1 p.m. July 6, Richart's Grove Church Pavilion, Richart's Grove Lane, Unityville.


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Relative of community activist fatally shot after leaving great-grandmother`s house
A relative of a longtime community activist was shot to death in Chicago`s Englewood neighborhood.
A relative of a longtime community activist was shot to death in Chicago`s Englewood neighborhood.
DJ: We are just under 6 weeks out from election day, and Trump still does not understand that his children know nothing about how to run a political campaign, but let's them create havoc within the professional ranks? This is not leadership, this is nepotism and in the WH that is illegal - or doesn't this man know that? For someone who wants to be President of the United States, he is incredibly uninformed about the limits of the job, the responsibilities of the job, and anything remotely non-profit about the job of policy making for a nation. He is dangerous on many levels and I am beginning to suspect that his family knows it, as do his campaign advisers. Perhaps it is why his campaign managers are driven out - they realize that this man is borderline dementia and easily manipulated as a result, and that he is not capable of running this nation. Perhaps that is the biggest secret of the campaign, and I would bet that all workers had to sign confidentiality statements before coming on board the campaign under threat of lawsuits if they left. It perhaps this level of control of people that still has a former campaign manager being paid even after he was fired. Unfortunately, while he continues in his degenerative delusional state, his core followers are blissfully unaware of the way government works or his misconceptions and "anyone by Hillary" voters do not care, so he may well win and then we have a man completely unfit for office who thinks he can just run it anyway he wants and who will lead us into war and disarray in ways people who understand history and government are having nightmares over. His attacks on Hillary are just distractions on which he has fixated, showing his inability to handle more than one issue at a time, and for a president this can be catastrophic. The American people must NOT elect this man - it is far too dangerous and far to deadly for our futures.


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I would like to move the Yes/No choice up to save some space.
I would like to move the Yes/No choice up to save some space.
I guess I should say I need it to line up on the widget. I am to using this as a post form.
Hello. You can add this to the custom.css of your WooTheme:
.home-right .widget .gform_wrapper ul.gfield_checkbox, .home-right .widget .gform_wrapper ul.gfield_radio { clear:none; }
That will override the default clear:both rule that's being applied by the WooTheme to all the ul items.
To save a little more space, you can also use the gf_list_inline CSS ready class to get the yes and no lined up side by side. You add that in the form editor, on the advanced tab for your field.
Screenshot of where to add the gf_list_inline:
What is looks like in the preview (horizontal instead of vertical):
You can read more about the CSS ready classes here:
Let us know if you need any more help.
I added this in the chrome.css but It still didnt move it up? Thank you for the GF code that ROCKED!
Basically I am trying to get rid of all the unused space between each object.
I'm not sure if it will work in chrome.css or not but you can certainly try it.
The problem is you moved it to a different area of the homepage. The CSS I gave you was based on it being in the .home-right div. You now have it in the .home-center div. Just change .home-right to .home-center in your chrome.css and see if that works. If you don't want to be that specific and just want to target the form when it's in a widget, remove that first part of the declaration, on both lines, to just start with .widget. It would look like this when you're done.
.widget .gform_wrapper ul.gfield_checkbox, .widget .gform_wrapper ul.gfield_radio { clear:none; }
Glad you like the CSS ready class for inline list items.
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I made these biscuits a few days ago to go with some soup at lunch time (supper tonight was hot dogs and french fries . . . I was too tired to make anything else). It makes me think that I will have to make some sort of biscuits and gravy sometime for Sunday brunch. I have to admit, though, that as a Canadian such a dish is not really in my repertoire. I imagine a tempeh sausage would be good, with a gravy made from soymilk. Well, more on that later
- 2 cups flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup plus 1 tbsp shortening
- 3/4 cup soy milk
- 1/2 tsp lemon juice
- melted margarine
Preheat oven to 400 degrees
1. Put lemon juice in a measuring cup. Add soymilk to the 3/4 cup line. Mix and set aside to thicken.
2. Sift flour, baking powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl. Mix in shortening with your fingers until it resembles coarse bread crumbs. Add in soy milk mixture and mix into a dough.
3. Turn out into a floured surface and knead lightly for 30 seconds. Pat to 3/4 inch thickness. Use a cookie cutter or drinking glass to cut into circles.
4. Place on a baking sheet and brush with melted butter. Bake for 10-12 minutes. Cool slightly and serve.


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Patricia Cornwell Movies
A few days ago I came across two Lifetime movies adapted from Patricia Cornwell's Win Garano series. The first movie is called "At Risk" and the second movie is called "The Front". I have not read the books but as far as the movies go they are pretty good. They follow that classic mystery narrative: A murder, an investigation, an innocent person taken into custody, a short love story, the resolution and the end.
Since Patricia Cornwell's books focus on crimes, there are some bloody and violently graphic scenes and this may not be suitable for all viewers but it may be perfect for those mystery lovers out there. The library has one copy of each dvd. Also, she has one of the best interactive websites that I've seen in a long time.
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Saturday is the deadline to register to vote in the June 10 primaries, and while local voter registration offices don't plan to open that day, people have several last-minute options to sign up.
Local voter registration offices
Berkeley County: 6 Belt Drive in Moncks Corner. 719-4056 (Moncks Corner) or 723-3800, ext. 4056
Charleston County: 3691 Leeds Ave., corner of Leeds and Azalea avenues, 744-8683
Dorchester County: 201 Johnston St. in St. George; 563-0132; and 500 Main St. in Summerville, 832-0071
State Election Commission website: scvotes.org
Also, South Carolina law allows 17-year olds to register to vote - and cast ballots in the June 10 primaries - as long as they will turn 18 by the Nov. 4 general election date.
Across South Carolina, approximately 77 percent of eligible voters already have registered, according to State Election Commission data and U.S. Census Bureau estimates.
In Charleston County, about 83 percent of eligible voters are on the books.
Joe Debney, director of the Charleston County Board of Elections and Voter Registration, said he wasn't sure exactly why registration here is above the state average, but he noted: "We have done over 13 voter registration outreach events this year. We're going all over the county."
The percent of eligible voters who are registered in Berkeley and Dorchester counties is about 72 percent and 81 percent, respectively.
Those wishing to register may go online at scvotes.org. If they already have a driver's license, they can complete their registration online. If they don't, they can print out the form and mail it in, though it must be postmarked by Saturday in order to qualify them for the June primaries. Forms also are available at state government offices, such as the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Online registration was first offered in South Carolina in October 2012, and it's proving popular, State Election Commission spokesman Chris Whitmire said. "It's already overtaken in-office voter registration," he said.
Whitmire noted that South Carolina voters who have moved to a new county must re-register in their new county, "or else they won't be eligible."
Reach Robert Behre at 937-5771.
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The European Banking Landscape After the Crisis
Dirk Schoenmaker
Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University; Erasmus Research Institute of Management (ERIM); Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR)
April 27, 2011
DSF Policy Paper No. 12
The financial crisis had a major impact on the banking landscape. As troubled banks were rescued by their home country, the question arises what happened to cross-border banking. Our findings indicate that cross-border banking remains strong within Europe; the Single Market in Banking is still in place. While aggregate figures indicate constant high levels of cross-border penetration within Europe, some individual banking markets have witnessed a major shift. With the demise of Fortis, cross-border penetration from EU countries fell back to 7 percent in the Netherlands. By contrast, cross-border penetration rose to 54 percent in Belgium. More broadly, American banks also kept their international orientation, while Asian-Pacific banks became even more domestically oriented.
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Keywords: European banking, cross-border, competition, financial supervision, financial stability
JEL Classification: G21, G28
Date posted: April 27, 2011
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A routine weekend commute from Cortland to New York state has General Motors fabrication plant electrician Mark Dearborn waiting eagerly for an opportunity to purchase his own new Chevy Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel.
Dearborn was among hundreds of GM complex workers who took advantage of an opportunity to drive the new Lordstown-built vehicle this week, even before it hits local showrooms. Dearborn was so impressed with the vehicle, in fact, he drove it twice this week.
"I own a 2011 Cruze right now, and I am going to be trading it in for one of these," Dearborn said as he sat behind the wheel of a 2014 Cruze Diesel outside the fabrication plant Thursday afternoon. Other workers gathered around the small car waiting for their turn.
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Chris DePolo, General Motors' lead development engineer for compact cars, sets a sound-dampening cover back into position on a new Lordstown-built Chevy Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel.
"I drove this about a week ago, and I absolutely love it," Dearborn said.
He said he won't be discouraged by diesel fuel prices, particularly this week, for example, when diesel fuel has been only about a dime or 15 cents higher than regular unleaded locally.
Members of the media who also took the car for a spin around the village Thursday determined that GM had kept its promises of a quiet, smooth and exhaust-free ride. From inside the vehicle, it was impossible to hear the low rumble of the diesel engine or to smell the fuel exhaust.
The car's quick acceleration has been compared by some as reminiscent of a classic muscle car, despite the fact that it's a four-cylinder small car. Cruze Diesel's turbocharged 2.0L engine produces 151 horsepower and 264 lb-ft of torque.
Chris DePolo, GM's lead development engineer for compact cars, who traveled to Lordstown from GM's Milford Proving Grounds in Michigan, popped the hood to point out some of the noise abatement materials surrounding the engine.
"The acoustic treatment isolates the engine from the passenger compartment," DePolo explained. "This is just one part of it that you can see."
Other items unique to the Cruze Diesel include an acoustical foam cover on the engine, a more aerodynamic front grill and lower resistance tires that also come standard on the Cruze Eco.
"It's all in the name of fuel economy," DePolo said.
Apparently, the attention to detail worked. The Cruze Diesel's fuel economy is rated at 46 mpg, the highest of any non-hybrid U.S. passenger vehicle.
In the trunk, diesel emission fluid, referred to by DePolo as "DEF," helps keep the fuel's exhaust clean. The DEF tank sits in the space that would have held a spare tire. Rather than the spare, standard equipment is a tire inflator.
Dearborn and other new local fans of the diesel small car won't get a chance to own a Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel until late summer or early Fall. Although the car has hit showrooms in select cities, many on the West Coast, they won't be marketed nationwide until later this year.
In the meantime, the Lordstown complex continues to ramp up its production, preparing for the nationwide release of the car built here with an engine made in Germany.
The vehicle will sticker at $25,695, which includes destination charges and a two-year maintenance plan.