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marine 97-03
March 6, 2012, 01:31 AM
I've always wanted one what are some options ...even looked at the hs12 maverick
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March 6, 2012, 02:16 AM
That's not a coach gun.
Do you want a side by side or an over-under? What do you plan to do with it? What's your budget?
March 6, 2012, 02:25 AM
I've got a stoeger coachgun, works good as a no frills utility coach. Boy are they fun to shoot!
marine 97-03
March 6, 2012, 02:40 AM
Budget will be around 320$ wanting it just because .:) .... you know just to shoot and have fun with and maybe home defense ....it needs to be 12 gauge... SxS or O/U either one would be ok
marine 97-03
March 6, 2012, 02:46 AM
And reliability will be a big factor
fallout mike
March 6, 2012, 02:57 AM
Check out SOG.
marine 97-03
March 6, 2012, 03:00 AM
Lol ok man....as you see I'm hard at work...
fallout mike
March 6, 2012, 03:10 AM
Me too!! They had some not long ago under$300.
March 6, 2012, 08:23 AM
My USSG/Bakail is about as refined as a 1982 1 ton truck.
I like it. I bought to have fun... Ive always wanted a coach gun since a little boy.
marine 97-03
March 6, 2012, 11:09 AM
How are the stoeger and CIA. Coach guns
marine 97-03
March 6, 2012, 10:13 PM
March 7, 2012, 09:59 AM
Mills Fleet Farm occasionally has them on sale for around $230.00. They are of Chinese manufacture. I looked at one to purchase as I also would like to have one, but changed my mind on buying that particular brand. Would look nice hanging on the wall and maybe for a one time home defense.
fallout mike
March 7, 2012, 11:21 AM
One time home defense? Would you mind going into more detail on why?
March 7, 2012, 11:43 AM
One time home defense? Would you mind going into more detail on why?
Wondered about that myself. Hopefully, it's none time home defense, but...
...seizure of gun as "evidence" for an indeterminate time forever?
Terry, 230RN
fallout mike
March 7, 2012, 11:58 AM
230, I think he is saying they are garbage and apparently he made this, decision by looking at one. Why even post garbage like that? That helps marine out none.
March 7, 2012, 12:02 PM
Perfectly reliable and well regulated. It's fired 3+ cases in anger at doves so far. :D I don't shoot clays, just hunt and keep it around for bedroom defense. The chokes sold me on it, wanted a dove gun that was really compact, but it's a very versatile gun, Remington Spartan made by Baikal of Russia. I did have to shim it, but got the stock pretty close to fitting correctly. Could be better, but at least it don't beat me up. Of course, it's only a 20 gauge. They made 'em in 12, just wanted it in 20 for my shoulder's sake. You fire a lot of rounds in a day, sometimes, when bird hunting. It now, also, sports a pachmayr recoil pad to lengthen pull.
299 plus tax 5 years ago....
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March 8, 2012, 09:54 AM
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ACI was an interesting conference with a lot of great vendors exhibiting, but one had me stumped. The company was called ShowerStart & they have a product where you turn on the water & as soon as it hits 95 its slows the flow to a trickle. Once you hop in, you pull the lanyard & essentially you have hot water & saved a bunch that would have gone down the drain.
Personally I like recirculating systems & consider water the next big thing to watch (which for some parts of the country it already is) but would love to hear your thoughts - is it something you would recommend / even use yourself or just a gimmick?
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Jim - The last iteration of the chilipepper is what you have heard about. It has been reengineered and is no longer loud and has longer lifespan. I dont know how you can think it is difficult to install. All you do is disconnect the two shut offs and put it between the two. The hardest thing is access to an electrical outlet which may have to be installed if not present, which is the same as the metlund product. Chilipepper was actually created by the guy who originally designed the Metlund system. It is actually on the order of three to four times more powerful which moves the hot water faster. Its also about 4 times less expensive as the metlund and can be self installed by anyone that has any home improvement know how. I'm not affiliated at all, I have just researched this topic extensively and have experience with both. I dont like paying 4 times the amount for a product that does the same thing. The metlund could very well have the durability edge but even if the warranty didnt cover your issue, you could buy 4 more of them!
Thanks for the re-iterations. Early in 2011 a friend, also an energy auditor, slipped a chilipepper into her plumbing. And OH what a relief!
Water bills dropped; kids love it. Even the noisy iterations had value -You KNOW when it's done and the water is hot and waiting because the racket stops! Kids LIKE that. Like when the doggie stops barking, we wag into the shower.
Happy campers are made of this.
One of the obvious problems with the device... is the use on installations in which the owner has previously installed thermostatic valves in the showers. I use Grohe's thermal (Grotherm) controls. We generally set the temperature at about 85F and that's where the water stays... No value in the kit above. For long runs using a chilipepper using either a dedicated return or the cold water return - works great. I trigger my chilipepper when any of the bathroom light switches are turned on. The recirc pump is located near the cluster of bathrooms. Very little waste water and the shower temps are extremely stable.
Interesting side note... since I'm used to taking cooler showers - that seems to have caused some problems in a few of the German hotels that we've stayed at. Most of the 3+ star hotels also use thermal controls for the showers.. and I'd set the show temp at about 25C-30C. Two days in a row we had maintenance people coming up with immersion thermocouple probes and meters to verify the correct observation of the shower... because the cleaning staff noticed the temp was set at 25C instead of the higher temps that many of the Europeans like... :-)
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It's football season again and whether you prefer to tailgate at the stadium or to watch games from the comfort of your sofa, everyone knows there's got to be food. Now it's up to the host as to how simple or fancy the spread may be, but one thing is for certain, a special sandwich is always a winner.
Big, fat cold sandwiches loaded with meat, cheese, vegetables and tasty condiments, like the Super Sandwich, below, are perfect for making ahead. Just wrap tightly and keep chilled to prevent spoilage. Serve with a cup of hot soup, also made at home. Simply reheat on the trusty camp stove and listen to your crowd cheer.
For those fans near to an oven there's another Super Sandwich, a scrumptious combination of deli meats and cheeses baked to perfection along with the bread that surrounds it.
Prepare Parmesan Chicken Salad the night before and chill. The rich combination of flavors and crunchiness will make this sandwich filling MVP of any game.
And when it comes to sandwiches, who doesn't like a club? This special version has the classic ingredients of bacon, lettuce and tomato but also includes smoky deli meats, cheese, and a creamy dressing all wrapped up in a flour tortilla - so easy to pack in the cooler to go.
Super Sandwich
(A tailgater's dream.)
1 envelope onion soup mix
1 (16-ounce) container sour cream
1/2 cup pitted chopped black olives
1/2 cup chopped sweet pickles
2 loaves unsliced round bread (about 9-inch diameter)
1 1/2 pounds thinly sliced cooked roast beef
1/2 pound sliced Swiss cheese
2 tomatoes, sliced
2 green bell peppers, cut into rings
Directions: Combine onion soup mix, sour cream, olives and pickles. Chill. Cut thin slice off the top of each bread round; reserve tops. Hollow out center of each loaf, leaving 1/4-inch shell. Spread 3/4 cup onion soup mixture into each loaf. Line sides and bottom with lettuce leaves. Evenly layer roast beef, cheese, tomatoes and green pepper rings; top with remaining mixture. Replace tops on loaves. Cut into wedges to serve. Serves 8.
Couch-side Super Sandwich
(This one needs an oven. Prepare before the game, then at the end of the first quarter pop it in and bake until half-time.)
2 loaves frozen bread dough
8 ounces deli sliced ham
8 ounces deli sliced turkey
8 ounces deli sliced pastrami
8 ounces deli sliced salami
1 cup grated Cheddar cheese
1 cup grated Swiss cheese
1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
2 T. Dijon mustard
1 (8-ounce) can mushroom pieces, drained
1 tsp. dried parsley
1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. onion powder
1 1/2 T. poppy seeds
1 1/2 T. sesame seeds
Directions: Defrost bread dough in the refrigerator overnight. Lightly grease 10 1/2 x 15-inch jelly roll pan. On a lightly floured surface, roll 1 loaf of bread into a 15x5-inch rectangle. Spread 1 tablespoon mustard on dough to 1/2 inch from edges. Layer the meat and cheese in the following order: ham, cheddar, turkey, Swiss (*see directions that follow), pastrami, Monterey Jack, and salami. Combine the mushrooms and seasonings, except for the poppy and sesame seeds. *Spread the mixture on the Swiss layer and continue the sequence. Spread the remaining mustard on the salami layer. Brush edges of dough with water.
Roll out the second loaf to a 15x5-inch rectangle and place over top the meat. Gently stretch to meet the edges of first loaf and pinch edges of dough together. Brush loaf with water and sprinkle with the poppy and sesame seeds. Bake in 375 degree oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown. Cut into slices. Makes 20 slices.
Parmesan Chicken Salad Sandwiches
(Prepare this flavorful salad at home, keep chilled and ready to serve on crusty rolls or hearty bread stadium-side.)
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
2 T. vegetable oil
3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/3 cup green onions, chopped
1 clove garlic, pressed
2 T. spicy brown mustard
Directions: Sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In large skillet brown chicken in hot oil over medium-high heat 7 to 8 minutes per side, or until done. Cool chicken.
Chop chicken and combine with remaining ingredients. Cover and chill at least 2 hours. Serves 4.
Club Wraps
(Good anywhere.)
1/2 cup creamy mustard-mayonnaise blend
4 (10-inch round) plain or flavored flour tortillas or wraps
1/2 pound thinly sliced smoked turkey
1/2 pound thinly sliced honey ham
1 cup shredded smoked provolone or mozzarella cheese
2 cups shredded lettuce
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced
1/2 small purple onion, diced
8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1/2 tsp. each salt and pepper
Directions: Spread mustard-mayonnaise blend evenly over 1 side of each tortilla, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Layer turkey, ham, cheese, vegetables and bacon evenly over tortillas; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Roll up tortillas and cut in half diagonally. Secure with wooden picks. Serves 4.


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WALL - A Saturday morning accident resulted in lane closures on Route 138 and injuries for the driver.
Wall Township police report that Arthur Fitzpatrick, 55, of Lakewood, was traveling east when his vehicle went off the road and overturned.
Wall Township police, Wall Emergency Medical Support, Wall First Aid, Glendola Fire Company and MONOC, another EMS service, responded to the accident.
A Wall police statement said Fitzpatrick was transported to Jersey Shore Medical Center in Neptune for non-life threatening injuries.Wall police continue to investigate the crash.More Monmouth County news: NJ.com/monmouth | Twitter | Facebook


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Students at six Monmouth County high schools may soon have to submit to random drug searches.
The Asbury Park Press reports that officials from the Freehold Regional High School District – which includes Colts Neck, Freehold, Freehold Township, Howell, Manalapan, Marlboro high schools – are reviewing district policy to see if random searches should be authorized.
The potential policy change follows the arrest of Tinton Falls resident Shawn Hannon, an assistant baseball coach and paraprofessional at Manalapan High School, as part of a drug sweep that netted more than two dozen arrests earlier this month.
Hannon was charged with multiple drug-related offenses, including possession of a controlled dangerous substance with the intent to distribute, for the marijuana and 30 Oxycodone pills police said he had in his possession.
Authorities confirmed for the Asbury Park Press on Tuesday that the investigation does not center upon Manalapan High School or any other district employees.
But Nicole Hazel, the district's chief academic officer, told the newspaper that the district is still working with an addiction specialist to examine policies and procedures, and that a substance abuse counselor is already in place in each of the district's six high schools.
"All of us, our heads are not in the sand on this issue," Hazel said. "As a whole, we are addressing the matter."
The school district's existing policy provides for locker searches under specific conditions and only after the building principal has determined "reasonable grounds" exist, while staff and district equipment are permitted to be searched without a warrant.
The purpose of the ongoing policy review is "to see if our district is going to take next steps," Hazel said.


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Outrage at removal of housing wardens
Jewish residents in sheltered housing schemes in Barnet are outraged at the rubber-stamping of plans to drastically cut the number of on-site wardens.
On Monday, Barnet Council cabinet members voted unanimously for annual "efficiency savings" of £400,000. The money for wardens is no longer ring-fenced through the government-funded Supporting People programme.
As well as a demonstration outside, councillors faced angry questions from the public at the start of the meeting.
Jewish residents and their relatives have argued that the loss of wardens would raise welfare and security issues.
Rosalyn Sidney, whose mother lives in Harmony Close, run by the Jewish Community Housing Association, warned that "people would be forced into care homes. On one occasion my mother was unable to get to an emergency alarm because she had fallen ill on the floor. Without the help of a warden who was checking up on her, she might not be here today."
Susan Rosenthal, an epileptic who has lived in Jewish sheltered housing for seven years, said: "I'm lucky I've got my husband to support me." But in an emergency, "I would be relying on being able to press the alarm".
JCHA chief executive Sara Clarke will meet council chiefs today to learn how the policy will be implemented. The association has 205 residents in seven homes in Barnet and Ms Clarke said the council was well aware of support needs.
Defending the cutback, council leader Mike Freer spoke of plans for teams of floating wardens to "provide help to the sheltered housing residents".


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My eyes hurt just looking at this post. I guess that wasn't really the point of this week's theme "Mixing Patterns" but I don't blame the outfit, it's the lurid acid lime green walls at my local shopping center car park. Suger took these photos for me and it seemed like a good idea at the time. We'd just had a lovely mexican dinner (hi food baby) and we were heading back to the car when I told everyone to stop so I could get my model on... would you believe no one batted an eyelid. Outfit photos ... [ Discover More ]
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I posted this photo on facebook tonight, sharing what I'd made for dinner and I was instantly asked to share the recipe... so here I am. You wont be blown away though, it's pretty simple and yes, it involves a packet mix because I'm lazy and enjoy consistency. CHILLI MIX: 1x Chilli Con Carne Spice Sachet from Aldi. 500gms Beef Mince. 1x Brown Onion, diced finely. 1 Tbs Olive Oil. 1x Can Red Kidney Beans. 1x Can diced Tomatoes. 1x Cup frozen Corn kernels. 1x Tbs Tomato ... [ Discover More ]


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Joe Penny is a researcher on the Social Policy team. Since joining in May 2011 his work has focused on public service improvement through coproduction and outcomes based commissioning, the affects of austerity measures on individuals and communities in London and Birmingham, and the changing nature of poverty and inequality.
Before joining NEF, Joe worked for a local government innovation consultancy and interned at the Young Foundation. He has research experience in France and Tanzania, and holds first class degrees in Geography and Social Development from UCL and the Development Planning Unit (UCL).
When he is not at NEF, Joe can be found pursuing his other passion - performing in musical theatre shows.
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A Kansas City, Kan., firefighter injured his back battling a vacant house fire near 59th Street and Metropolitan Avenue early Friday morning.
The Fire Department said the firefighter lost his footing on stairs and fell. He was taken to a hospital and later released. No one else was hurt.
Fire investigators said the home was boarded up, and it appeared the fire started in the living room area.
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EUROPEAN investors may finally be hardened to the debt crisis after three years of turmoil.
Even Silvio Berlusconi's bid to become prime minister barely registered a blip. Italian government bonds climbed on Tuesday, rebounding from the previous day's slump. And Spain exceeded its maximum target at a bill sale.
If Italy's political skirmish "happened six months earlier, we'd have expected contagion", said John Bilton, a European investment strategist at Bank of America Merrill Lynch.
Investors are still betting on European Central Bank (ECB) president Mario Draghi to keep the peace after his September pledge to buy the bonds of governments willing to sign up to reform. While none has so far, traders see the Draghi pledge as a reason to limit the sale of stocks and bonds when new eurozone flashpoints erupt.
"The Draghi 'put' remains," said Geoffrey Yu, a currency strategist at UBS in London. "Markets continue to take eurozone event risk in stride."
A put option gives investors the right to sell an asset for a predetermined price.
That marks a reversal from the past three years in which investors recoiled from the debt of Europe's cash-strapped nations amid Greek-led turmoil. Policy makers' failure to contain concerns and a resulting austerity-push tipped the region back into recession, drove unemployment to a record 11.7% and raised questions about the euro's longevity.
A day after Mr Berlusconi's bid for a fourth election victory as premier undermined markets by raising questions about Italy's austerity drive and strength of government, the nation's 10-year bond yield declined nine basis points on Tuesday to 4.72%.
"You can see the calming effect the ECB's actions have had on the market," said Jacques Cailloux, chief European economist at Nomura International in London. "The political situation in Italy would have caused a much larger market move a year ago."
A test of the stabilis ation came on Wednesday when Italy sold as much as €6.5bn of one-year bills. It will auction as much as €3.5bn of three-year notes on Thursday. In Spain, bond yields slid after the government sold a combined €3.89bn of 12-month bills at an average yield 2.556% and 18-month debt at 2.778%.
BofA Merrill Lynch 's Mr Bilton predicts bond yields in Europe's so-called periphery will peak in the first quarter as Spain signs up to the reforms needed to trigger the ECB's bond-buying and Italy's election passes. They forecast the Euro Stoxx 50 i ndex will rise to 3,000 next year from 2,624.03 on Tuesday.
Signalling increased confidence in Germany, the ZEW Centre for European Economic Research on Tuesday said its index of investor and analyst expectations climbed to 6.9 in the region's largest economy, from minus 15.7 last month. The gauge was the highest in seven months. Analysts expected the index — which aims to predict economic developments six months in advance — to rise to minus 11.5, according to the median of 38 estimates in a Bloomberg survey.
The data "supports our view that weakness in the German economic outlook isn't expected to last long", said Gizem Kara, a European economist at BNP Paribas in London.
Investors also are showing greater faith in the euro's ability to hold together. Almost three quarters of investors surveyed by Barclays said no country would leave the eurozone in the next year. Only 42% said the same in June. And even if Greece quits, only 6% said another nation would follow, the poll released this week showed.
Not all are confident. Robin Marshall, director of fixed-income at Smith & Williamson Investment Managers in London, said the rally in Italian debt was over and its bonds would suffer amid the election and signs of economic pain. Italian bonds returned 18% this year to December 10, according to indices compiled by Bloomberg and the European Federation of Financial Analysts Societies. Spanish debt gained 4.3% and Germany's rose 4.2%.
"You've seen the bulk of the rally," said Mr Marshall, who helps to manage the equivalent of $19bn. "If it blows up in Italy, I'm sure it'll blow up in Spain."
Nick Kounis, head of macro research at ABN Amro Bank in Amsterdam, is betting Mr Draghi's outright monetary transactions programme has been enough for now. Economists at Deutsche Bank say the ECB may offer fresh support in the form of lower interest rates by April.
"The programme is ultimately a gamechanger, which means we're unlikely to return to the dark days of the crisis," Mr Kounis said.


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What: 12 round bout for Hopkins' WBC and Ring Magazine light heavyweight world championships
Who: Bernard "The Executioner" Hopkins vs former World Champion "Bad" Chad Dawson
When: Saturday April 28
Where: Boardwalk Hall
Time: Main event 10:15
Tickets: $300, $200, $100, $50 and $25 and available through ticketmaster
The Skinny: Dawson scored a TKO the last time they met in the ring only to be ruled ruled a no decision by the California State Athletic Commission.
Philadelphia native Bernard Hopkins (52-5-2, 32 KO's) at 47 years old is the oldest man in boxing history to win a major world title. Hopkins scored victories over Antonio Tarver, Winky Wright, Kelly Pavlik and Roy Jones Jr., all after the age of 41 and then Jean Pascal, breaking the age record previously held by George Foreman.
Former WBC and IBF Light Heavyweight World Champion 29-year old "Bad" Chad Dawson (30-1, 17 KO's) has victories over respected world champions such as Glen Johnson (twice), Antonio Tarver (twice), and Tomasz Adamek
Being billed as "Hopkins vs. Dawson: Once And For All," a 12 round bout for Hopkins' WBC and Ring Magazine light heavyweight world championships. This main event will be televised live on HBO World Championship Boxing beginning at 10:15 p.m. ET


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The first of a series of posts @ Yahoo! User Interface blog about some experiments to spot where most of the time a user waits for a page to show up is wasted.
"Most performance optimization today are made on the parts that generate the HTML document (apache, C++, databases, etc.), but those parts only contribute to about 20% of the user's response time. It's better to focus on optimizing the parts that contribute to the other 80%."
Performance-aware web pages design is getting pivotal nowadays and, from a global perspective, the general load the network infrastructures have to handle would decrease significantly if designers kept in mind such issues.
Yahoo! performance researching indeed provided the following – quite predictable though – result: "…90% of the time is spent fetching other components in the page including images, scripts and stylesheets".
This is, by the way, one of the preminent aspects the omnipresent AJAX technology has impact against, and in my opinion – almost – the only one to justify such enthusiasm: it is well known that asynchronous page refreshing saves a lot of time, and reduces the http server-to-client traffic.
Unfortunately the linked post does not deal with the impact of browser caching, which is very important as well; anyway, the big picture is always the same: websites performances increase as the number of HTTP requests get lower.


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By Katie Malone
The tie-dyed t-shirts and trippy artwork are not the only things to make the Mellow Mushroom such a unique pizza joint in Covington. It is also their 100th store.
When the Mellow Mushroom opened last July, not only did the pizzeria offer customers a new place to eat, but also a lot of fun things to do. If you fall anywhere in the category between hungry and bored, the restaurant has something for everyone. They offer daily lunch specials as well as a different activity for every day of the week. And every hour is happy hour at the bar.
That is what the Mellow Mushroom is all about: having fun with the customers and employees. Billy Maisano, operations manager and franchise co-owner of the Mellow Mushroom said, "We want everybody here to have fun. That's what we believe in. It's just what we live by."
The restaurant offers trivia tournaments, Wii bowling tournaments, open-mic night and ladies night, to name a few activities. Also, Saints fans can caravan over to the Superdome on game day. Fans receive free pizza, sodas, beer and hurricanes before the game. It only costs $25; kids ride for $15.
If you are a family searching for a babysitter, look no further. The Mellow
Mushroom has a wall of booths with their own TV, each tuned in to Nickelodeon. "It's a great idea because mom and dad can sit down and eat and relax, and the kids can watch TV," said Maisano. There is also 17 other flat screen HD-TVs to watch your favorite sports team on.
The restaurant also supports a variety of different local charities. One unique way they do this is via local artists. The way it works is on one wall of the restaurant they have an "Artist's Corner" where local artists hang their pieces for 45 days. Any piece that sells, the restaurant keeps 15 percent then donates that money to the artist's charity of choice in the artist's name of course.Visit www.mellowmushroom.com for future event information or a copy of their menu.


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With the release of this Friday's 'Thor,' the summer movie season kicks off with a bang!
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The way I see it, as especially evident throughout the Gospels, is that there are two ways that we can be a great example of sharing and showing the love, the grace, and the truth of Jesus Christ. It is through both word and deed. And, there is no better example to look to than Jesus himself.
Almost always, Jesus showed His love to others by having compassion upon them. He healed the blind, the deaf, the lame, lepers, and paralytic. He dined with sinners and saved adulterers. He had compassion upon a bleeding woman, and wept with Mary and Martha. He brought back to life a young man named Lazarus. And, He healed a little girl with a high fever. He fed thousands of people with bread and fish, and cast demons out of many who were possessed. He looked to a widow for a lesson on faith. He loved those who were outcasts from society, including a Samaritan woman at the well and a prostitute who poured perfume on His feet. And, even while Jesus was dying He showed mercy for a criminal who was being crucified on a cross. This not to mention the greatest act of love the world has ever known… Jesus offering himself as a sacrifice for all of mankind in order that we may be forgiven, saved, and reconciled to God. He did all of these things through His deeds and actions.
Not only did Jesus show these acts and deeds of love by example, but He also shared with His disciples a story expressing the urgency and necessity for us to serve and love others.
"For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you visited me, I was in prison and you came to me.' Then the righteous will answer him, saying, 'Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you drink? And when did we see you a stranger and welcome you, or naked and clothe you? And when did we see you sick or in prison and visit you?' And the King will answer them, 'Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me.'" (Matthew 25:35-40)
Another way in which we serve and love others is through word. Or, simply put, telling others about the Good News of Jesus Christ. We tell them about Jesus not out of obligation, but because we genuinely care enough about them to tell them about Jesus and why He came and died for us. To tell them that there is indeed hope, there is more than what this world has to offer, that there is an abundant life much greater than this. And, it is found in a life surrendered to Jesus Christ.
Jesus' last words before ascending to Heaven to be with the Father were these:
"All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." (Matthew 28:17-20)
We make disciples of people by sharing our faith, telling them about Jesus, and teaching them the importance of living in obedience to Christ. Yes, Jesus showed love to people by acts of kindness and compassion. But, He also proclaimed truth. Sometimes with such great passion that people were awestruck. So too, we should be eager to tell others about Christ.
So, what do we do with all of this? Do we quit our jobs, sell our homes, give everything away, say goodbye to our friends and family, and move to Africa to become a missionary? Well, quite frankly, for some of you that may be YES. We must all remain open to how God will lead us to be a salt and light to this world. If that means giving up everything here, to go over there, in order that they may see and hear about Jesus, then so be it. We are ALL called to serve others and tell them about Jesus. There is no thinking about it or waiting for a special calling from God. He has already called all of us. Nor, is missionary work reserved for those "special holy" people. It's for everyone.
For some of you life changing service may simply mean to be much more involved at your church. It may mean that you devote more time to serve your community. It may mean that it's time to share your faith with that coworker that sits in the cubicle right next to you at the office. For others, it may mean to prayerfully consider going on a short term mission's trip to Mexico next summer. For others, it may mean to adopt a child from Compassion International or get involved in Big Brothers/Big Sisters. For some of you it may mean showing a random act of kindness by raking your neighbor's leaves or volunteering at a local nursing home. Maybe it's time to be involved in a prison ministry or soup kitchen to feed the homeless. Maybe you adopt an orphan from Romania or get involved with a social justice project rescuing little girls from sex trafficking in Cambodia. Maybe you take up the cause of the unborn by counseling pregnant women who are considering abortion. Maybe you consider getting involved with Meals on Wheels and deliver food twice a week to those who are confined to their homes. Perhaps you volunteer at a Children's Hospital or help out at the Special Olympics each year.
And, last but not least, maybe it's time… time to prayerfully consider moving to another country where people have never heard the Good News of Jesus Christ. Hard places like China, Indonesia, or Pakistan, where MILLIONS of people have never heard the name of Jesus. I adjure you to consider these things and ask God not when, but where He wants you to serve now.


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Color Cues
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What goes into picking a color palette for the year ahead? Pretty much everything. The major paint companies as well as color authority Pantone find inspiration from the worlds of fashion, design, mathematics, science and the natural world, as well as from prevailing consumer moods and interests. Thus the themes for 2014 range from a serene palette comprised of delicate shades (reflecting a need for balance and simplicity in life) to more opulent and vibrant hues that are energizing and imply a sense of curiosity. Each of the color stories featured here represents only one of several palettes predicted by each color expert.--Allison Zisko
The colors in the Diaphanous palette are light, delicate and translucent and are meant to evoke tranquility, sensuality, serenity and escape--an antidote to society's need for overconsumption. "Silk, chiffon, feathers, natural wool, rose gold, barely-there patterns and soft florals are key to this palette," said Jackie Jordan, director of color marketing for Sherwin-Williams. The palette represents strength tempered by softness, she said. "We are experiencing this blurred duality all around us, from menswear influences on feminine clothes to the soft-touch material on electronics."
Benjamin Moore
Softer and lighter are the key words for describing Benjamin Moore's color forecast for 2014, influenced by softer lines in furnishings and people's need to relax and take a deep breath. The palette of 23 colors (edited down here) offers hints of color, off-set by midtones, complex neutrals and deeper hues. One of the color families that stood out is blue--pale, mid-toned and a little more grayed. Thus Benjamin Moore's color of the year for 2014 is Breath of Fresh Air, shown in this stair shot, along with Palladian Blue and Normandy.
Fluidity is the palette that understands the inevitable human need for life-sustaining cool water tones, rendered largely in dazzling blues and blue-greens. These cooling hues are underscored by shimmering sea grass shades and undersea-creature colors, such as absinthe green, violet tulle, blazing Samoan sun, dewberry purple and two eye-arresting orange-coral tones. The blue room depicted here is Pantone's Turkish Tile, part of the Pantone Universe Paint Collection by Valspar.
Natural Avocation spotlights hobbies, curiosity and exploration through rich color. Here the world of science and nature is expressed through local flora and fauna; design elements include weathered maps, antique books, geological artifacts and illustrations of birds, plants and insects.
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Enter this 1860's once-upon-a-time hardware store and find another state of mind! Submerge yourself in the laid-back, fun atmosphere and enjoy the attentive service. You won't find nuts and bolts anymore, but you will find a world full of unusual gifts such as imported glass and serveware and home decor, some with more than a little attitude. Features a variety of wines, gourmet mixes and condiments, homemade gourmet chocolates and espresso drinks. Become a fan on facebook!
Family owned store specializing in diamonds, remounts, diamond setting, watches, fine jewelry, jewelry repair, watch repair, custom design.
Handcrafted, homemade cakes and sweets baked to order. Graduation, birthday, wedding and other cakes are our specialty.
A Hundred Acres Orchard and Market
A fun-filled orchard featuring apples, berries, melons. The indoor market is filled with jams, jellies, sauces, dips, salsas, candy and homemade "take n bake" pies. Also unique is the Krazy Kernel Kettle Korn, produced right in Princeton! Specialty cheeses, such as Antonella, Buffalo Wing Jack, and Tomato Basil Yellow Cheddar are also available. Pair these cheeses with some of the wines that are sold in the new wine shop, or enjoy your purchase on the newly constructed outdoor patio area. The Cider Mill banquet room has been expanded to accommodate 200 guests, so plan your wedding, reception, party, or reunion here!
Welcome to Four Seasons! We are a family owned business of 49 years specializing in denim for missy, plus and petite sizes. Our favorites include Jag, Bestow, NYDJ, and Vigoss, plus much more.
Goodscents offers designer inspired recreations of your favorite scents. Every perfume, cologne, and bath and pody Product at Good Scents Limited is blended by hand using all natural oils. Your products are custom made at the time of your order, so you can be sure they are of the highest quality.
Three floors and a whole lot more! We carry a diverse mix among the dealers occupying Hatties. You will find linens, glassware, china and quilts. Books along with seasonal and primitive items complete the mix. The coffee and cookies are always there for you. Open 6 Days a week 9 AM to 5 PM and Sunday, Noon to 5PM. Located just south of the railroad depot.
Hoffman's Patterns of the Past
Hoffman's Patterns of the Past (located in historic Princeton,Illinois) is home to the "Sea of China," a unique treasure trove of china and crystal patterns dating back to the 19th century; most of it new "store stock" patterns acquired directly from the manufacturer. Hoffman's has been a Princeton institution since 1944, when the J. A. Murphey family purchased the business, which had existed since the mid 1800s. Patterns of the Past also offers appraisals and has one of the largest gift shops in central Illinois, stocking over 75 of the major collectible lines, including Swarovski, Jim Shore, Fenton, Department 56, and Willow Tree by Demdaco. Store hours are 9 to 5, Monday through Saturday, with special holiday hours. Large or small groups are welcome; for best service, please call or e-mail in advance since the research process can take some time.
Hornbaker Gardens is a family owned and operated nursery specializing in perennial flowers. Large collections of hostas, daylilies, iris and other perennials draw plant enthusiasts from all over the Midwest to this nursery in the country. Whatever we get interested in as gardeners, we seem to start providing for our customers as well. Thus, the offerings of granite and pottery, bronze sculptures and rusty metal artwork. In 2008, we put up a new building which we call The Shop at Hornbaker Gardens. It is stocked with garden art and other garden accessories where you are sure to find something unique for your garden.
Kirby-Henning Pharmacy is a prompt, friendly service offering an expanded selection of unique and fun gifts (such as Klutz activity books, Gamewright games, and eeBoo children's items) as well as cards, candy, gourmet dips and spreads and other assorted gift giving ideas. In addition Kirby's has prescriptions and health care for the whole family.
Krieger's Clock Shop offers professional repairs on clocks, watches and jewelry. All work done in-house.
Unique floral designs, exquisite silk florals enhance all decors and lifestyles. Accent lamps, framed prints, decorative home accessories all beautifully displayed.
Family and Tradition. That says it all when describing Sweeties Caramel Creations. The chocolate and caramel recipes used by our grandmother are the foundation for our irresistible sweet treats. Our items are hand made the old fashioned way; one at a time with a loving touch. At Sweeties we do not "mass produce" nor do we "stock-pile" any of our products. To assure the freshness of our creations, it is Sweeties policy to make your sweet treats only after we receive your order.
To Be Continued Consignment Boutique
Budget conscious and savvy shoppers will love this shop! Gently worn clothing, accessories, and some home goods are smartly displayed for your perusal.
Choose and cut your own Christmas tree here. On weekends, caboose rides help transport your tree out of the Enchanted Forest.
We sell antiques and great gifts including jewelry, wine accessories, flower arrangements and every day and collector knives. We also sell fine cigars. But mostly, we are about wine. We sell good wine and have tastings when we are open. Our wine is not something that you can buy locally. We have worked hard on wine that tastes good but is nice and you will be very happy with the prices!
Flashbacks For You is a Quality Consignment store selling antiques, vintage and handmade purses, a wide variety of collectibles, dishes, comics and so much more! We sell local treasures worldwide. Go to our website for more information.
Victorian Grace Antiques & Accents
Offering a wide variety of antiques & collectibles and home accent pieces.
Cookware, specialty foods, and cooking classes.
Quincy's shopping mall has 601 stores, apparel, electronics, music/entertainment, sporting goods, jewelry, and much more.
The Granite Bank Gallery was named for the pink Missouri granite used for the building's façade and for its long-reaching roots in Quincy's history. The historic structure invites you through the lobby of an historic bank and into a beautiful example of architectural renewal in Quincy's central business district.
Mill Creek Farms' season begins in mid-April with asparagus, mid-May though June for strawberries, early July through August for sweet corn, tomatoes, and green beans, and October for pumpkins. Pumpkin picking, a corn maze and hay rides are offered weekends in October. Support local farming and fun with family or friends!
Everything & the Kitchen Sink is an antique mall and a resale shop. They offer new collectibles and antique furniture pieces. The inventory changes daily: books/jewelry/glassware/tools/pports & political memorabilia
Old Town Antiques specializes in late 18th and early 19th century furniture, paintings, Oriental carpets, as well as brass and copper, china, folk art, clocks, glassware, Sterling and coin silver.
Antiques, collectibles, and wonderful vintage home decor, homemade crafts galore. With over 14,000 square feet and more than 50 vendors you'll be sure to find just what you're looking for. Whether you're a Nascar collector, antique enthusiast or furnishing your home in vintage decor.
Ancient Stone Inspirations/ Mac's Home Brew
Jewelry, books, gifts and home brew retail supply store for beer and wine making. Located in the Historic Quincy Business District. Hours are Monday-Saturday, 9am-5pm.
They are a gift shop that specializes in gifts, home decor, gift baskets & special coffees. Stop in to browse the latest in home furnishings and gifts or just kick back and relax with a cup of coffee.
Arts & More Gallery offers custom framing, in-home consultations, art classes, hundreds of mats and frames, and thousands of prints. Also, original art by local, national, and international artists.
CITY:Red Bud
Krantz has beautiful flowers and great gifts.
CITY:Red Bud
Wicks N Country offers candles, stationary, greeting cards, and gifts for every occasion.
CITY:Red Bud
At My Honey Co, we take pride in our honey. We promise you the best quality honey possible. It is natural, completely raw, and unpasteurized. We invite you to enter our special world of honey and let one of nature's finest foods sweeten your day!
Over 7,000 square feet of fine refinished furniture, including dining room sets, bedroom sets and accessories. Also an extensive inventory of architectural items from building salvage projects.
A three floor antique mall with all manner of antiques.
Garden decorations, lawn furniture, plants, flowers, shrubs and trees. Come see our selection and find just what you're looking for!
Celtic Home & Hearth offers unique selections of Celtic and Renaissance inspired and imported items all specially chosen for their quality and appeal.
A unique shop filled with antiques, gifts, collectibles and crafts. Wide variety of limited edition collectibles including Santas, angels and other figurines.
A complete line of fine antiques, lighting, furniture, military, tools, linen, china, silver and dolls.
Simply the best chocolates you can get anywhere! Consumers Digest says "One of the best kept secrets in North America!" It's cooked in copper kettles and individually hand-dipped as it has been since 1919. Locally owned family shop.
We are a quaint little village where you can enjoy a day or two of shopping for antiques, confectionery, and fine restaurants. Also bike, walk, or ski on the recreation path.
Indoor flea market (one of the largest in northern Illinois). Old and new merchandise including home improvement materials, furniture, used appliances, tools, dishes, clothing, jewelry, books, and more. Weekends only!
Ethnic and traditional crafts, rugs, furniture, sweaters, antiques and more from all over the world. Ginger Blossom buys from small-scale producers who are paid an equitable wage, work under safe conditions, and do business in an ecologically sustainable manner.
At Patyk's Farm Market and Greenhouse, you will experience a true "working farm." Freshly harvested, homegrown produce, handmade milk soap, farm fresh eggs, friendly farm animals, and beautiful flowers can be found on our little mom and pop farm. A growing variety of produce is harvested from our fields. Even the expertly crafted, decorative gourds that we display, courtesy of Outta My Gourd, were originally grown on our Hebron Prairie soil! We compliment our products only with the tastiest apples from Haf's Road Apple Orchard and the sweetest berries and peaches from Michigan. May 1st is always opening day for our greenhouse, which will be overflowing with colorful, blossoming annuals and perennials, sweet scented herbs, and ready-for-your-garden vegetable plants. Gorgeous hanging baskets are the perfect gift for Mother's Day or any other celebratory occasion! We're located on East Illinois Route 173 just 3 miles west of Route 12 in Richmond or 4 miles east of Route 47 in Hebron. Look for the big red barn and Patyk's welcoming entrance. Whether you're out for a drive in the country, antiquing in Richmond or Hebron, enjoying Lake Geneva, apple picking at a nearby orchard, or just looking for a genuine, honest to goodness small farm visit, stop by Patyk's Farm Market and Greenhouse. We'd love to get to know you!
Escape for the ordinary! A blend of dealers featuring quality, affordable American and English antiques including oak, pine, walnut & mahogany, quilts, china, glassware & unusual antique accessories.
Fran's Fantastic Antiques, Collectibles
Shop this unique inventory for antiques and collectibles including antique toys,tools, furniture, linens, rugs, jewelry, books, "ETC". Stop and shop country. You will not believe the variety that we offer. Open: May thru November: Friday thru Sunday: 10:30 am - 5:30 pm. Or by Appointment
Over 130 fabulous stores featuring the latest fashions and trends, including Carson's, JC Penney, Sears and Forever 21. A new Classic Cinemas opened in 2008 showing great movies. Conveniently located on Cermak Rd., west of Harlem Ave.
Come see noodles and sauce made from scratch. Baskets and shipping are also available.
Features many items such as birdhouses, quilt racks & shelves, benches, stools, tables, chairs, Coca Cola items and much more.
Stop by and pick your own blueberries and red raspberries.
Diamond G Ranch & Western Store
Large western store -- everything for the horse & rider. Also, indoor and outdoor arenas. Boarding available.
Colonial Flowers & Gifts, Inc.
Unique store using antiques to enhance displays. Flowers and gifts.
New York Bagel & Coffee Exchange
A unique coffee and gift shop with baskets, gourmet foods and many varieties of gifts for all. Also a wide variety of sandwiches, soups, and desserts.
Hub City Mall features antiques, used furniture, and much more. We offer beautiful antiques that you will love and our friendly staff will gladly assist you with all your antique shopping questions and needs.
Located in Kings, Illinois this coffee/antique shop, located in a historic church, is open every week Wednesday through Saturday and hours are Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday 8-2 and Friday 8-6. We have packaged gourmet coffees, sweets, and antiques all in a beautiful, historic building.
A quaint red cottage with a unique gathering of primitives, folk art, florals, and garden decor. Also seasonal garden to enjoy. Open: Thursday thru Saturday: 9 am - 5 pm. Or by appointment.
CITY:Rock City
Shirts By Mom specializes in custom made shirts and gifts. Sportswear with embroidered and heat transfer logos, business, sport and team logos. Also find a wide variety of gourmet foods, coffee and teas, plus gifts, pottery and gift baskets. Open: Monday thru Friday: 9 am - 5 pm; Saturday: 9 am - Noon.
CITY:Rock City
Find many unique gifts at this farm-like spot, including year-round Christmas items, furniture, fresh and silk flowers and plants, children's clothing, and the Muffins 'n' More lunchroom.
CITY:Rock Falls
At The Crafter's Mill, located in Behrens' Country Village, we give you not only great product and great value, but also great service. If you love beautiful decorative pieces, heartwarming keepsakes or one-of-a-kind accessories, you need to visit The Crafter's Mill. Among the items offered are seasonal decorations, country and wood primitive items, 14KT gold and sterling silver personalized bracelets and picture frames, lawn art. New Items arriving daily.
CITY:Rock Falls
We have a large assortment of beautiful fabric and other items to fit your quilting needs. Our staff has over 20 years of professional quilting experience and we are ready to assist you
CITY:Rock Falls
If you are in the mood for birthday cake or a Reese's Peanut Butter Cup, why not try it in popcorn? You can get those flavors and more at Twin City Popcorn, a gourmet popcorn shop. Among the variety of flavors Twin City Popcorn will sell will be sea salt and pepper, double cheddar, caramel corn, and candy flavors.
CITY:Rock Falls
Rock Island's Quad City Botanical Center houses exotic tropical flowers, a 14-foot waterfall and reflecting pools with koi. Seasonal attractions include a butterfly garden and the Garden Train Railway exhibit. The Botanical Center also regularly hosts art exhibitions and special events for families.
CITY:Rock Island
Downtown Rock Island Arts & Entertainment District
This district is the arts and entertainment destination of the Quad Cities. Located on the Mississippi River, the district ia a revitalized and vibrant area. You'll find art galleries, restaurants, pubs, nightclubs, casino, shops and a hotel.
CITY:Rock Island
Visit this small, unique little shopping district located near the campus of Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois. This two-block district offers wonderful little antique shops, a quaint coffee shop, wine shop, pub, and several locally-owned restaurants. Check out some of these small businesses for great treasures and wonderful finds. Vintage Rose - antiques, estate jewelery, costume jewelry Fred & Ethels - vintage and retro antiques, clothing, and collectibles Jackson's Antiques - collectibles and seasonal holiday gifts and decorations Estate of Grace - gifts, antiques, and collectibles Gendler's Wine Cellar - National and International wines Cool Beanz Coffee Shop - coffee, tea, lunch, dinner and music on weekends. You will also find a collectible comic book store, more antiques, and quaint neighborhood-style pubs.
CITY:Rock Island
Village Green Home and Garden East
A fascinatingly large garden center with outdoor furniture supplying customers from all over the Midwest. The center also takes care of all holiday needs with trees, trims and gifts. There's a Village Green West, too.
Village Green Home & Garden West
A fascinatingly large garden center with outdoor furniture supplying customers from all over the Midwest. The center also takes care of holiday needs with trees, trims and gifts. Home center, same location, 815.637.8840. There's a Village Green East, too.
Celebrating 100 years in 2012 - Visit the World's Oldest Family Owned Harley-Davidson dealership. An award winning facility, with an expanded showroom that features Harley-Davidson motorcycles, H-D Authorized Rentals, Harley-Davidson Riding Academy, full service department, fashion and riding gear, collectibles, parts and accessories, and much more.
Sandy Hollow Antique & Flea Market
Rockford's only smoke-free, indoor-outdoor flea market; 60 indoor dealers, air-conditioned/heated. Snack bar featuring all fresh meat and hand-cut fries.
Enders Flowers at Edgebrook Shopping Center
Fresh and exotic flowers plus garden gifts.
Edgebrook offers local specialty shopping with a unique blend of eclectic boutique shops, excellent restaurants and convenient service-oriented businesses, where there is truly something for everyone. Please visit edgebrookshops.com for a list of merchants and events happening. Owned and operated by Orput Companies, Inc.
All-encompassing golf retailer, with a 10,000 square foot retail showroom, heated outdoor driving range, teaching academy, cafe, bar and beer garden.
Book Stall has 12,000 books on history, local history, military, cooking, art, antiques, poetry, fiction, technology, natural history, along with first editions, hard-to-find and antiquarian books. Find larger holdings in military, technology and religion. Book Stall also has a large booth in the East State Antique Mall.
J.R. Kortman Center for Design
Upscale shop and gallery, in downtown Rockford.
The Rockford City Market features local growers and vendors who sell natural products and unique retail items, live music, demonstrations and kid's activities. Enjoy the fun Fridays from 3:30-8:30 p.m. (3:30-7:30 p.m. after Labor Day). Located on Water Street in Downtown Rockford.
Since 1978, Heartwood Creations has been creating finely crafted wooden jewelry boxes that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a box for your pills or possibly something to hold small tools and other trinkets, our custom wooden boxes are the perfect fit. We create each box in our shop in Rockford, Illinois and will make sure that what you order is something you will love!
Rockford Art Deli (R.A.D.) is creative collective, located in downtown Rockford, helping business owners with marketing and screen printing needs through a smorgasbord of delectable art and web design, urban graphic design and screen printing – everything from tee shirts to posters. Amidst the vintage deli decor, R.A.D. holds screen printing classes, hosts art gallery showings, and other events for the public. The store sells t-shirts, signature artist series goods and gift items.
Hopewell Winery opened its doors in 2007 in Pike County. The winery sits on an acre yard and has a banquet hall. Hosting corporate events, weddings, and other private events. At Hopewell Winery, we boast wine, draft beer and bottled beer and make sure to try our Candy Bar Chocolate Wine. Open weekends and located a half mile outside of Summer Hill, IL on Hwy 54 near Pittsfield, IL.
Warm and friendly antique mall with 20 dealers in a "shoppe" environment offering quality antiques and collectibles in quaint, historic downtown Rockton. Area's largest selection of vintage jewelry.
Estate, pre-owned and new jewelry and watches. Custom jewelry, including the reproduction of antique jewelry. Repair service for antique jewelry.
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St. Peter's Prep will be hosting the First Annual Jesuit Liberty Varsity Baseball Tournament this weekend in Jersey City.
The tournament features St. Peter's Prep, No. 9 in The Star-Ledger Top 20, Canisius (Buffalo, NY), Fordham Prep (Bronx, NY) and Xavier (New York, NY).
On Saturday Canisius will face Fordham Prep at 11 a.m. followed by St. Peter's Prep vs. Xavier at 1 p.m. The consolation game will be played on Sunday at 11:30 a.m., followed by the championship at 1:30 p.m. All four games this weekend will be played at the Ed "The Faa" Ford Field at Caven Point Athletic Complex in Jersey City.
The four teams will also be participating in a team dinner on Friday night at St. Peter's Prep.


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Independent station could be back this week
LONDON Troubled Georgian independent television station Imedi may be back on the air this week after the man claiming to be its new owner pledged editorial independence to newsroom staff.
Joseph Kay, a distant relative of station founder, businessman Badri Patarkatsishvili who died from a suspected heart attack in February, met with station staff in Georgian capital Tbilisi last week.
Kay, a Georgian-born American citizen who according to reports used to be known as Kakalashvili, claims he acquired majority ownership of the channel last November, although Patarkatsishvili's widow, Inna Gudavadze, disputes that.
In a meeting at Imedi's studios March 25, Kay agreed to staff demands not to use the station for political ends. Apart from a two-week period, the station has been off the air since early November after being caught up in political turmoil and violence that surrounded a snap presidential election held Jan. 5.
According to reports, Kay told staff: "This television station will be neither pro-opposition nor pro-government; this is a television station that should broadcast in line with the principle of freedom of speech."
His remarks were reportedly welcomed by Bidzina Baratashvili, station executive director, who says it paved the way for Imedi to go back on air with test broadcasts skedded to begin April 1, with a full schedule planned some 10 days later.
Imedi has been run under a management agreement by Rupert Murdoch's News Corp. since last October, when it bought a 49% stake in the station from Patarkatsishvili. Kay has reportedly suspended that agreement.
Earlier last week News Corp. local exec Lewis Robertson said the company would not comment until Kay had proven his ownership.
Patarkatsishvili's family disputes Kay's ownership and says he has falsified documents. The family plans to challenge his claim in court, suggesting that even if the station does soon go back on the air, its problems are not yet over.
Imedi was caught up in Georgia's political turmoil last November when antigovernment protestors clashed in the streets of Tbilisi with riot police and troops, in the worst violence in the small country since the break up of the Soviet Union in 1991.
Accused by President Mikhail Saakashvili's government of fomenting revolt, the station was stormed by heavily armed troops and shut down for nearly a month.
It reopened early December only to close again just before the new year after further allegations it was being used as a political tool.
Saakashvili won re-election by a narrow majority Jan. 5, although the opposition says it will use parliamentary elections due in May to challenge his authority.


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Sen. Barack Obama took an unusual break from the campaign trail – to gaze into a crystal ball with Tyra Banks.
And what does he see in his future, Banks asked the 46-year-old presidential candidate? "I see the White House," he replied, matter-of-factly, on her show Monday.
Obama also made clear that his wife and daughters are extremely particular on where they spend their nights.
"This isn't a Hilton hotel, is it?" he said his 9-year-old daughter, Malia, will ask as the family tours the country – because the little one keeps up with the news and does not approve of Paris Hilton, he says.
"Parents have to realize, kids want limits, they want structure," he said. "They don't want you to be their best friend. They want you to be the parent. If we had more parenting, then the kinds of influences we see on television don't matter."
Obama stressed that it is his wife, Michelle, who is the disciplinarian in the family – even making sure he stays off cigarettes.
She is also the role model to their two girls. (Besides Malia, there is 6-year-old Sasha.)
"They know that no one has it more together than their mom," he said, also describing Michelle, 43, as "very strong, tough, self-possessed ... but she is also, I think, a person who feels very deeply."
Obama met his future spouse when the two were in law school. "I offered to buy her ice cream," he recalled. "So we went to the Baskin-Robbins near my apartment, sat on the curb and ate ice cream."
"So, did you kiss her?" Banks wondered.
"After the ice cream, I must admit, I did," he said. "And she tasted like chocolate."
The couple will be celebrating their 15th wedding anniversary on Wednesday, Banks told the audience – their crystal anniversary, she emphasized, which is why the crystal ball appeared.
Peering into the senator's iPod, Banks asked what he has on it: Jay-Z, Miles Davis, classical music, he said, along with "some Bach ... I got a little salsa, too."
And, should there be a future movie biography of him, Obama said Denzel Washington could play him, though with the way his ears stick out, he said, "It may have to be Will Smith."
Banks, 33, also took the opportunity of the senator's visit to talk about her brother, which, she pointed out, is something she does not do regularly. He is Capt. Devin Banks and is deployed in Afghanistan, she said before requesting that Obama look directly into the camera and deliver a message to him.
"Devin, we are proud of you," the senator said. "We are grateful for your service. We want to get you back home as soon as possible. I know Tyra is thinking about you all the time, so make sure to send her e-mails all the time."
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Emiko Omura, of Paia, died December 7, 2012, at the age of eighty-nine.
Born in Stockton, California, Emiko was the daughter of Enjiro and Ishi Watanabe. She was predeceased by her husband, Shigeo Omura of Paia and her son, Gary Omura of Kula.
Emiko is survived by her daughters, Janice Omura and Kathy Omura (Tony Rivard); daughter-in-law, Jeanette Omura; grandchildren, Desiree Omura and Jayson (Johnelle) Omura; and great granddaughters, Jordynn, Tiasha and Teilana.
Private services were held for Emiko on December 21, 2012 at Kahului Union Church's Kawaialoha Chapel.
In lieu of flowers and gifts, the family has requested that donations be made to Hospice Maui.
Nakamura Mortuary assisted with the arrangements.


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How long does it take for a Bakers Cyst to dissipate?
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How long does it take for a Baker's Cyst to dissipate?
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There is no set time
Some will resolve on their own and some will not
Some need to be drained
Some require surgery rarely
Before that, gentle
physical therapy
and a compression wrap would be indicated.
Ibuprofen is really only the first level of treatment
Next would be the therapy and compression wrap and perhaps use of crutches, then a steroid injection or drainage by the orthopedist, if needed.
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I am scheduled for a tour beginning in mid-July involving considerable walking.
I have no pain but my right ankle and leg below the knee are swollen.
Is it possible to determine whether I will have too much difficulty on a walking tour this july 25th -August
5th ? Is it possible to accelerate treatment? I have read that aspiration often causes infection. How risky is aspiration?
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Aspiration is not risky done by an expert, rare to have infection at all.
You should have an ultrasound to get the evaluation you desire, and to make sure that this does not involve a blood clot in a vein, that is being missed with this diagnosis.
The extension of the cyst downward warrants orthopedic involvement at this point.
And therapy to accelerate resolution.
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What is the significance of extension to swelling of the ankle? Diagnosis of Baker's Cyst was done based on ultrasound of knee. I am concerned about the swelling particularly around my ankle of right foot--no swelling of left leg or ankle. Why is my right ankle swollen from a Baker's Cyst behind my right knee?
What is prognosis? Is it reasonable to expect the Cyst to dissipate within next two months?
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This is why I have suggested repeat ultrasound, not only to look at the progress but to rule out a clot in the vein, which might be missed right now.
If the cyst has extended into the structure of the leg then this needs further evaluation.
2 months to clear any of this up enough is going to be pushing things so I suggest seeing an orthopedist tomorrow.
If simple drainage is needed, followed by some therapy, prognosis should be fine.
If there is a clot, anticoagulation will be indicated, and should not interfere with your trip.
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I was told that the Cyst ruptured and that synovial fluid was draining into my ankle. The ultrasound was repeated to confirm that there was no clot.
An orthopedist suggested knee replacement.Is this necessary? Assuming my swelling is caused by a ruptured Cyst, how long does it normally take for the swelling to dissipate? I do not want surgery to replace my knee at this stage. I want to know what happens once a Baker's Cyst ruptures?
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Knee replacement would not be indicated unless you have severe arthritis in the knee.
If the cyst is associated with this, then knee replacement is indicated.
And if the arthritis is severe enough then the cyst might be chronic.
You should discuss this with your surgeon at this point as it is possible that drainage of the cyst might or might not help.
This might be tried first, but it is apparent from your most recent description that you might need surgery.
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Please tell me what happens when a Baker's Cyst ruptures?
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It spreads fluid down the tissues of the leg, exactly as you have experienced.
It can often be confused with clot...the clot would be dangerous, the cyst is not.
Since you have had clot ruled out, the cyst will probably need drainage or the fluid will become chronic, as will be the case if the joint is too damaged.
Even if the joint is OK, sometimes surgery to take out the cyst is recommended.
From the mayo clinic:
"n some instances, particularly if you have osteoarthritis, the cyst may not go away even after your doctor treats the underlying cause. If the cyst doesn't get better, causes pain and interferes with your ability to bend your knee, or if — in spite of aspirations — fluid in the cyst recurs and hinders knee function, you may need to be evaluated for surgery to remove the cyst. "
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So there is no way to determine the prognosis of a ruptured Baker's Cyst? The mayo clinic publication suggests home remedies such as elevation and aspirin, etc. Is aspirin as good an antinflammatory as ibufrofen? Are there any medical specialists other than orthopedic surgeons who might be able to help me?
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Ibuprofen is as good as aspirin or better but will not cure the cyst.
A physical medicine and rehabilitation doctor can help with physical therapy and improving the joint function...this might help.
He/she might at the same time drain this for you and would be non-surgery oriented.
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How does the body normally get rid of synovial fluid from a baker's Cyst? Is the fluid absorbed by blood vessels?
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Hello, the fluid will eventually move from the tissues into the lymph system and then back into the blood stream.
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Xrays of your bird can reveal areas that may be cancerous.
A year and a half ago, a 20-year-old cockatiel in Metairie, Louisiana, had a tumor of the preening glands that spanned 360 degrees around its tail. After months of weekly chemotherapy treatments, however, the bird has made a 180-degree transformation.
"We have shrunk that tumor and kept it shrunk down to a green-pea-sized tumor through these weekly injections," said Gregory Rich, DVM, an avian and exotic veterinarian at the West Esplanade Veterinary Clinic.
Such cancer-treatment success stories are not rare in the avian world; nor are the incidences of cancer. With a wide variety of bird species prone to a vast number of cancers, the causes and treatment of cancer are equally diverse.
Like in humans, Jeffrey Jenkins, DVM, of the Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital, said that squamous cell carcinoma is a common cancer among birds. Tumors in the skin and the preen glands are especially common among older cockatiels, typically occurring in their late teens and mid-to-late 20s, he said.
In budgies, a virus is suspected to cause kidney, pituitary gland and testicular tumors in birds under 5 years of age, although most cancers tend to affect older-aged birds, Jenkins said.
"They say cancer knows no age, but no question: It has a preference. It likes older ages," he said.
Internal CancersRich said that internal cancers are most common with cockatiels and larger bird species, such as ovarian, kidney and liver cancer. With budgies and finches, bone and skin tumors are equally as prevalent in terms of number of cases, he said.
The variety of tumors that can occur in bird species is something of a laundry list. Laurie Hess, DVM, an avian and exotic species veterinarian in New York, said that the number of possible kinds of tumors affecting birds is nearly endless.
"They get melanomas, lymphomas, xanthoma, fibro sarcomas, ovarian and ovaduct tumors," she said. Birds are also prone to melanomas on their beaks. Smaller bird species like parakeets and budgies can be more apt to get kidney and ovarian tumors, which can result in one-sided lameness because of swelling of the nerves from the organs.
"Birds will come in for lameness, but it's not the problem; the tumor is the problem," Hess said.Reproductive tumors like ovarian and ovaduct tumors can be treated by spaying the bird and removing the uterus, but Hess warns that it is a complicated and life-threatening surgery. Because of the heavy blood loss, she said it's easier to perform the procedure in larger-sized birds.
"Cancer has always been out there and is always a huge risk with exotics, more so than cats or dogs because of the huge blood loss," she said.
TreatmentTreatment of cancers in birds can range from amputation to complicated chemotherapy. With cancer in the beak or in the throat, Jenkins said freezing of the tumor can be an option, and they can also be treated with radiation therapy. Carcinomas in the legs and wings can be treated with amputation, though the loss of limbs is not necessary if the cancer is caught early, he said.
Rich said that bone tumors in birds are generally responsive to surgery, but the success of tumor treatment is dependent on the location of the tumor and the patient's proximity to a veterinary school. Certain tumor types have injectable protocols available at veterinary schools, he said, but overall, taking the tumor out rather than treating it is a more likely option.
"In avian species, removal is more common than chemotherapy because of the cost and location of tumors," Rich said. "Removing growths is probably more common in avian species than any other species."
Aside from the age factor, Rich said that, unfortunately, in birds, parakeets, budgies and cockatiels are more prone to cancer than other bird species.
Causes of Avian CancerRich said that not all breeders follow family lines to see which have more cancer so that those are taken out of the breeding process.
Genetics inarguably play a role in the likelihood of cancer for all bird species. But Jenkins said that trauma can also be a factor. While xanthoma, a tumor-like condition that occurs in birds, is not technically classified as a cancer, its tendency to favor change is not unusual.
"Cancer likes change," Jenkins said. "We see it. Cockatiels who freak out and beat their wings against their cages oftentimes are the ones who turn up with xanthomas on their wingtips as older birds."
But overall physical condition of a bird is also a determining factor. Jenkins said that obese parrots are more susceptible to cancer, and those birds who eat nothing but seed mix and who receive little exercise are more prone to tumors. Skin cancers are also more likely with these overfed, under-exercised birds: Unhealthy skin with a layer of fat underneath is a recipe for trouble, he said.
Veterinarians' general recommendation? Keep your bird living long and cancer-free with regular checkups at the avian veterinarian to ensure that if a cancerous growth is found, it can be stopped before it turns into an emergency.
"Early detection is tantamount to help preventing later problems, done by a veterinarian's hands and eyes," Rich said.
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Work long enough with Flash and dynamic textfields, and you'll probably run into this one—words that appear to have an extra and/or missing space preceding or following them, often when a link is introduced via the <A> tag. It doesn't happen with every font (I was using Helvetica Condensed—other condensed fonts seemed faulty as well), it doesn't happen with every link (certain letter combinations have a high degree of reproducability, others no problem).
I spent half a day narrowing it down. Since my text was originating from XML, it first masqueraded as some sort of entity or character encoding problem. I messed with TextFormat and StyleSheet (mutually exclusive by-the-way). A later wild goose test-case showed that flipping the autosize flag off made the issue disappear. Fine, but I need autosizing.
When Andreas Heim pointed out the solution, I remembered I'd run into this before: "Do you happen to be using 'Anti-alias for readability?'" Sure enough, flip it to "Anti-alias for animation" and all's well with the world.
I can only hope that the Flash 10 player addresses this bug. With all the work that's gone into its type rendering features in this revision, I'd certainly assume so. I'll post some test cases / screenshots in the next update.
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LEWISTOWN - Mifflin County Sheriff Christopher Shade is advising the citizens of Mifflin County of a phone scam called "spoofing" which is currently being used in the area.
The caller can deliberately falsify the telephone number or name relayed as the caller identification information to disguise the identity of the calling party. For example, identity thieves who want to collect sensitive information such as bank account or other financial account numbers, Social Security numbers, your birth date, etc., can make their numbers look as if they are call from the bank, credit card company or even a government agency.
The "spoofing" scam that is currently in the area involved the caller falsifying the caller ID to portray themselves as the Mifflin County Sheriff's Office. The caller identifies themselves as a deputy sheriff and advises the person being called that they have a warrant for their arrest. They state that unless the costs are paid immediately, they will come and arrest the person for the warrant. At this point the caller attempts to have the person pay the fine via PayPal or some similar type of service. Once the person transfers the money there are few sources available to retrieve the money, the sheriff said.
The Mifflin County Sheriff's Office does not attempt to collect fines or costs over the phone. The sheriff advises anyone who receives one of these calls to hang up and not follow the caller's instructions.