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Charming Studio in Porto Centre (BY CLÉRIGOS ORANGE Double Studio)
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|Rua de Trás, 4050-614 Porto, 포르투갈
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"By Clerics Studios" offers this modern studio apartment equipped with all the home comforts including flat-screen TV and an integrated sound system with an iPhone connection. It features a cosy living space with a double bed, wall-mounted TV and a dining area for 2.
The modern kitchenette provides a kettle, stove and toaster. Luxurious Castabel toiletries and fresh towels are offered in the private bathroom.
The Livraria Lello is located in the immediate area and is recognized as one of the most beautiful bookshops in the world. Guests will find a lovely selection of traditional bars and restaurants nearby.
No smoking.
No pets.
Please treat the apartment as you would your own home.
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merci de ce studio qui nous a fait un bien fou ,extrèmement bien situé dans le centre de la vielle ville,ce qui a permis de la visiter a pieds .nous venions de faire les nomades aux Açores en camping . C'était donc une halte dans un lieu clean, frais, et tout a fait fonctionel.jJe recommande vivement ce studio pour quelques jours mais dans les étages (3 eme,4eme) pour la clareté .
Ravis de notre séjour
Sitio muy céntrico y muy nuevo tal cual se ve en las fotos. Muy cerca de todos los monumentos de Oporto no hace falta coger transporte. Mario muy amable en todo momento hizo nuestra estancia comoda y agradable.
Mieszkanie takie jak na zdjęciach - super. Mario już czekał - a byłyśmy pół godziny wcześniej.
apartamento genial, super limpio, muy bien cuidado y en muy buena ubicación, el trato con Mario muy bien.
It is a small studiofor one or two maybe , but everything is present. Cleaning and organization is professional. A french balcony looking to the wall of tower &sometimes an old fashioned tram passes in front of your window.
In the middle of Porto's old-city. Very nice house with sweet apartments. Upper floor offers a beatiful view over the city.
Nice, friendly and supportive host!
One could not ask for a better location in Porto; our window overlooked a narrow laneway, the other side of which was the Clérigos Church. The Estação São Bento and the adjacent Metro station are a short walk away, as are all the sights.
The studio was clean and functional; the bed was very comfortable and the shower was great. There's a small supermarket within easy reach, and Mario was extremely pleasant and helpful. (If we could make one suggestion, a small microwave oven would be a handy addition.)
We enjoyed our visit, and would recommend the Clérigos studio for your stay in Porto.
We enjoyed the appartment very much.
It was very clean and tidy.
Mário was very helpful during our stay and pointed out everything to visit on the map he gave us when checking in.
The location was good and everything was in a walking distance.
Thank you for having us and we will definitely stay here again if we come back sometime.
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We are very grateful to have the support of such a stellar list of animal-loving companies. Since launching the campaign, we've gotten to know each one personally and can confirm they've all got paw prints on their hearts.
Show Your Soft Side is a public service campaign that was created to change the mindset of young people who all-too-often view the maiming and torturing of defenseless cats and dogs as a sign of "toughness" or "manhood." The campaign's message that compassion towards animals is a sign of strength, not weakness, is one that, overnight, struck a nerve with old and young alike. Today, Show Your Soft Side, Inc. uses its reach and resources to build a better world for animals and, in doing so, build better adults.
Most marketing campaigns come out of weeks, months or sometimes years of strategizing, planning and testing. Not so with the Show Your Soft Side campaign – it was borne out of a single moment of anger.
In late 2010, Baltimore was beset by one horrific case of animal abuse after another. A nursing cat was set on fire by two 13-year-olds, a gang of kids clubbed a young puppy to death in a public park, and two teens were charged with dousing a dog, later named Phoenix, in kerosene and then setting her on fire. Those hideous events turned out to be a defining moment for three women and one talented photographer in Baltimore, and Show Your Soft Side was born.
Originally envisioned to be a few posters in City schools, the campaign captured the attention of the media and was soon being shared in households from Baltimore to Brazil, and beyond. Incorporated as a non-profit in 2013, SYSS is run entirely by volunteers with the goal of ending animal abuse before it starts and generating support for the world's animal rescue community.
We are very grateful to have the support of such a stellar list of animal-loving companies. Since launching the campaign, we've gotten to know each one personally and can confirm they've all got paw prints on their hearts.
On Friday, November 25, we're kicking off this year's 12 Days of Softies Auction with a treasure chest of items autographed and donated by our guys, as well as some experiences that money can't buy. N
Join us Sunday, October 2 for the Bmore Around Town Tailgate to benefit Show Your Soft Side. As you probably already know, Baltimore leads the league in Big Softies and that day, they'll be taking on Oakland who
How many softies did Baltimore get in the draft? You'll find out on June 17 as Jimmy's Famous Seafood rolls out the red carpet complete with hot crabs and cold beer to welcome the new class of rookies to Bmore. And y
Pawject Runway is the hippest fashion show on four paws featuring a five-star line up of Softies modeling adoptable cats and dogs from BARCS. All monies raised go toward medical care for the homeless and abused anima
Animal abuse is a blight we can't just legislate our way of – we have to change young minds. Your support will allow us to expand our reach to more communities across the country – and during the month
Talk about a "Happy Hour," this one came complete with a full line-up of Big Softie bartenders (and yes, some were wearing purple), giveaways from the folks at Tito's Vodka and one celebrity dawg.
When schedules allow, we hold a Soft Side Night at Camden Yards where our Softies show up in force to cheer on Dem Softie O's.
An event we held to recognize and applaud the work of Baltimore's rescue community.

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Chew on this: according to a recent list compiled by VPI's claims adjusters, socks, underwear, panty hose, rocks and balls are the most common items surgically removed from pets' gastrointestinal tracts.
Sounds painful, right?
Pets can swallow virtually anything ranging from coins, bones, sticks and buttons to paper clips, ribbon, tinsel, hair ties, corn cobs and everything in between, resulting in internal injuries and costly veterinary bills.
"It's no secret that cats are curious and dogs like to chew on things," said Dr. Carol McConnell, vice president and chief veterinary medical officer for VPI.
"Unfortunately, those traits can motivate pets to chew on, bite, or swallow items they shouldn't. Some of these objects will pass naturally, but others have a tendency to become lodged in pets' gastrointestinal tracts, resulting in pain, vomiting, or internal injury. In those cases, surgery may be a necessity."
How do pet owners know if Fido or Miss Whiskers ingested something they shouldn't have? Dr. Tina Swan, a clinical veterinarian with Veterinary Pet Insurance, says animals can show a wide variety of symptoms, from acting quieter than usual and not wanting to eat, to acting painful and vomiting.
"If a pet owner has any suspicion that a foreign object was ingested and is concerned that it will not pass easily, the animal should be seen by a veterinarian as soon as possible," she says.
What can pet owners expect once they arrive at the veterinarian's office? A thorough physical exam and likely abdominal radiographs (X-rays). These are usually the initial steps taken to determine if a foreign object has been ingested. However, according to Dr. Swan, many objects may not show up clearly on a radiograph. Other diagnostics such as an ultrasound may be recommended to examine the intestinal tract for foreign material and to help determine whether or not it is causing an obstruction.
"Would you wait four to seven years to take your child to the pediatrician if he or she was sick?" she asks. "Probably not; only your veterinarian can determine if your pet is healthy."
"Would you wait four to seven years to take your child to the pediatrician if he or she was sick?" she asks. "Probably not; only your veterinarian can determine if your pet is healthy."
For pet owners who think their pets are healthy and don't need to make routine visits to the veterinarian, Dr. Swan reminds them that animals age more rapidly than humans—an average of four to seven years faster. "Would you wait four to seven years to take your child to the pediatrician if he or she was sick?" she asks. "Probably not; only your veterinarian can determine if your pet is healthy."
In select cases, endoscopy (a procedure where a tubular optical instrument is used as a viewing system to examine the inner part of a pet's body), is a potential alternative to remove foreign objects while they are still in the esophagus or in the stomach.
Should an endoscopy not be possible, or the object fails to pass naturally with supportive care and IV fluids, surgery is normally the last option.
While any invasive procedure on animals can be quite costly, the good news is that VPI insurance policies reimburse pet owners for X-rays and testing to determine the source of a gastrointestinal blockage, and surgical removal of the foreign body, if necessary.
"The complications associated with a foreign body lodged in the intestinal tract can be devastating," explains Dr. Swan. "The sooner the problem is diagnosed, treated and a foreign object removed, the better the outcome is for the animal."
Pet owners can help avoid an emergency trip to the veterinarian by keeping a clean living space and by keeping dangerous or easily swallowed objects out of their pets reach.
Dr. Swan recommends keeping a set number of durable toys readily available so that if one goes missing, it will be noticed sooner. Pet owners should also refrain from giving their animals' table scraps, since some foods are not easily digested and could potentially cause harm to a pet's gastrointestinal tract.
As any responsible pet owner should, always supervise your pets as much as possible.
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While waiting at the veterinary clinic with your anxious pet, do you ever wonder why everyone else and their pets are there?
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After eating a cornhusk, Maxine started throwing up green bile. The vet said she probably wouldn't make it through the night. Full Story
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This Littlest Pet Shop Russel Hedgehog Standee is a detail-oriented orange hedgehog. Each one-sided cardboard Russel Hedgehog Standee measures 3 feet 10 inches high x 2 feet 10 inches wide. Easy assembly.
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text: A Tent For You, Your Friend, and Your MotorcycleKyle VanHemert8/27/10 10:33am114EditPromoteDismissUndismissHideGo to permalinkHave you heard the one about the guys who rode into a campground with a Nomad tent? Oh. They just had a really good night's sleep. The Nomad Ténéré uses three poles, sleeps two, and has one awesome motorcycle garage.


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Despite drawing a blank last time out the Arsenal midfielder still holds the key for the Arsenal attack heading into round 33 and once again he is in our thoughts for the impending fixture week.
Injuries to both Theo Walcott and Jack Wilshere have seen the Arsenal midfield forced to make a bit of a reshuffle but to Cazorla's credit he hasn't let this effect his game in fact some will argue it has enhanced it.
While both Walcott and Wilshere have an outside chance of making this weekend's game, it seems unlikely that either will be risked if they are not 100% especially given the pairs propensity to injury in recent times.
Cazorla has been in a rich vein of form in recent week's at the Emirates and we are looking to him once again to continue to produce the goods infront of the Gunners faithful.
The Spanish midfielder has picked up four goals and an assist in his last five home games and with Norwich set to come to town this weekend he could be about to add to that tally.
Norwich make the trip to the Emirates with only two clean sheets on the road this season under their belt and having conceded six goals in their last three away games they could find themselves hard pressed to keep the Gunners out.
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A Warners man was robbed early this morning after two men sneaked into his minivan while it was in the parking lot of a Syracuse gas station and then held a gun to his head as he drove off, police said.
Zachary Yost, 19, of Warners, told police he had been hanging out at a gas station in the 1000 block of West Genesee Street before leaving the station about 1:30 a.m. in his 2000 Pontiac Montana minivan, police said.
As Yost was driving on North Geddes Street, he felt a gun against his neck and was ordered to turn onto West Belden Street and then told to give up his money, cell phone and watch, police said.
Yost continued to drive in the neighborhood and when he was on Liberty Street, he struck in the head by the man behind him, which caused him to drive into a building at 744 Park Ave., police said.
At that point, Yost realized there were two people behind him in the minivan and that one was telling the other to shoot Yost, Yost told police. The two were able to leave Yost's car and Yost drove off.
Police recovered a .32-cal. revolver on the floor near the gas and brake pedals of Yost's minivan, police said.
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WHO Publishes Report on Gender, Climate Change and Health
2 October 2011: The World Health Organization (WHO) has released a report on gender, climate change and health, which is based on the recognition that the effects of climate on human society, and our ability to mitigate and adapt to them, are mediated by social factors, including gender.
Launched at a side event during the Panama Climate Change Conference, the report aims to: provide information about the evidence of differences in health vulnerability and impacts on women and men that are likely to be exacerbated by climate change; promote consideration of the different needs and strengths of women and men in contributing to adaptation and mitigation measures that can help to protect and promote health; and provide a framework to strengthen WHO support to member States in developing health vulnerability and adaptation assessments and climate policy interventions that mainstream gender.
In its conclusions, the report calls for: gender-sensitive research to better understand health impacts of climate change; collection, analysis and reporting of gender disaggregated data; and development of gender responsive and accessible health services that reach the poorest populations. [Publication: Gender, Climate Change and Health]


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Name: Brent Angello
Age: 22
Residence: Altoona
High school: Altoona, class of 2005
College: South Hills business School
I usually attend games with: Rob Koehle
My favorite sport: Football
My all-time favorite local player to watch while growing up: Brendan Perretta
My all-time favorite local coach: John Franco
My favorite high school team: Altoona
My favorite college team: Penn State
My favorite pro team: Miami Dolphins
The most famous sports person I have ever met: Mario Lemieux
My most prized sports photograph/ memorabilia: An autographed Dan Marino rookie card
My sports claim to fame: I got to be with the Curve in the playoffs as a batboy when they won their division one year.
If I were the czar of local sports, the one thing I would change would be: I would like to see instant replay with a coach's challenge for high school football.
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Walking into Shea's Performing Arts Center to see "Les Miserables," there was a sense of excitement. The 25th anniversary tour of "Les Miserables," which rolled into town for several performances last week, promised to be a show filled with endless wonders, fantastic songs and new sets. It did not disappoint.
When I got the program, I opened it to find a small slip of paper saying that the show's lead, Jean Valjean, would be played by understudy Joe Tokarz. Usually when this happens, the audience's reaction is hesitant. What will this understudy be like? Will he bring the same magic to the stage that is needed for this demanding role? Luckily, Tokarz did not shatter the audience's idea of Jean Valjean. He masterfully performed the part. It was hard to believe that he was an understudy. There was only a single flaw during the song, "Bring Him Home," but it was emotionally apt so it went unnoticed by many of the audience members. I have never been as impressed with an understudy as I was with Tokarz.
Most of the rest of the cast also was stellar. Chasten Harmon was breathtaking as Eponine, and showed to the audience all of the pain and suffering of the character with a tear-jerking performance of "A Little Fall of Rain." Another highlight was Anthony Pierini as Gavroche. Pierini, only 9 years old, was a ball of energy onstage. He sang and acted superbly, as if he had been playing the part since he was born as opposed to it being his first national tour. Max Quinlan gave a stirring performance of "Empty Chairs at Empty Tables" as the star-crossed lover Marius. Julie Benko was perfect as Marius' love interest, Cosette.
The only cast member I did not enjoy was Betsy Morgan as the desolate Fantine. Morgan was all right in the role, but with the quality of the performances of her fellow cast members, she was not up to par. I disliked her version of "I Dreamed a Dream," which is such a well-known song. To me, it seemed like her singing style was more speaking than singing, which did not fit the character of Fantine.
The sets were so extravagantly wonderful. They truly transported the audience into the scene. Sketches, drawn by author Victor Hugo, were used as backdrop and were digitalized to show a change of scene or the passing of time. I think that these worked wonderfully, especially during a scene in which a character jumps off a bridge.
I was spellbound by this superb performance, which is now my favorite live performance of a musical. "Les Miserables" is truly a masterpiece.
Emily DeRoo is a junior at Williamsville North High School.
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Fairview certified nurse practitioners and physician assistants provide quick and affordable medical care — for the illnesses and injuries listed below — within two Coborn's Superstores. We serve the entire family, ages 12 months and older, and are qualified to write prescriptions, when appropriate.
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Mahayana: Vast View, Open Heart
With Lama Tsultrim Allione and Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo
June 10 - 17, 2014
Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo will be a guest teacher during part of the Mahayana retreat and will teach on the 37 precepts of a Bodhisattva. Lama Tsultrim will teach the Prajnaparamita practice and the Heart Sutra as well as the Four Immeasurables (Loving Kindness, Compassion, Empathetic Joy, and Equanimity), the historical development of Mahayana, and a brief introduction to the Mahayana philosophies of Yogacara and Madhyamika.
Suggested Dana: $240 – $320
The afternoon event, An Afternoon Event "Intimate Dialogue ~ Dharma Stories and Favorite Teachings", with Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo and Lama Tsultrim on June 14 is included in the retreat fee for those attending the Mahayana.
Because it is within 30 days before the start of the retreat, full payment is required to register.
About the Teachers
Lama Tsultrim Allione
Lama Tsultrim Allione is founder and resident lama of Tara Mandala. She is author of Women of Wisdom and Feeding Your Demons. Born in New England to an academic/publishing family, she traveled to India in her late teens and was ordained as a Buddhist nun at the age of 22 by H.H. the 16th Karmapa. She was the first American … MoreLearn more about Lama Tsultrim Allione
Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo
Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo was raised in London and became a Buddhist while still in her teens. At the age of twenty, she traveled to India, becoming one of the first Westerners to be ordained as a Buddhist nun. Her lineage is within the Drukpa Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. The international bestseller "Cave in the … MoreLearn more about Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo
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NBC (Sun., Sept. 29, 9 P.M. ET)
What a week. You can also see Robert Urich twice, if you're so inclined, in two network thrillers. In this involving movie directed by David (Rich Man, Poor Man) Greene, Urich plays a businessman who is drawn into helping a waitress (Megan Gallagher) search for her kidnapped young daughter. (Urich also stars with Markie Post on Friday in Stranger at My Door, a CBS suspense film that was not available for review.)
Dakin Matthews, Alan Rosenberg and Brett Cullen costar in an incisively plotted, nicely acted and unusually plausible enterprise. The only problem is that the movie contains, as Urich's computer executive character might say, some downtime.
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[QUOTE=Chanda;1110445]Is there a salt that is best? Is regular table salt okay, or is sea salt or himalayan pink salt better to use?[/QUOTE]
I prefer sea salt with no iodine. It is relatively unprocessed and so it still has all it's trace minerals. Because of this is is course and grey in colour. I have read that the trace minerals help to balance the sodium when ingested by the body, which could be important if you suffer from high blood pressure.


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Lost Planet 2 is coming out in December of this year and I thought it would interesting to create a Lost Planet fanfic in order to celebrate the series. If anyone plays Lost Planet and is interested in creating a fanfic with me, post here.
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Jolie Logan celebrates her first year at the helm of Darkness to Light this month following a 2012 rife with high-profile child sexual abuses cases, from Penn States Jerry Sandusky to Charlestons own youth coach and foster parent Louis Skip ReVille.
How to get help
If you are concerned about a child and dont know what to do, see the list of resources below to find help. But if a child is in immediate danger, call your local police or 911.Darkness to LightGo to www.d2l.org or call 866-FOR-LIGHT (866-367-5444).Darkness to Light provides local information and resources about sexual abuse. Calls are confidential and will be answered by a trained information and referral service representative. Stop It Now!Go to www.stopitnow.org or call 888-PREVENT (888-773-8368).Stop It Now! provides a national helpline for adults living in the United States who are concerned for the safety of a child and dont know what to do.Childhelp National Child Abuse HotlineGo to www.childhelp.org or call 800-4-A-CHILD (800-422-4453).This hotline is staffed at all times with professional crisis counselors.
Just weeks after Logan was named president and CEO of the child sexual abuse prevention group, a yearlong onslaught of headlines began to reveal everything from horrific locker room shower assaults at Penn State to porn and masturbation sessions with summer campers at The Citadel.
And it didnt stop with Sandusky and ReVille.
Longtime BBC childrens television host Jimmy Savile, who died at 84, may have abused as many as 300 people over 40 years, authorities have said. The Boy Scouts of America released records that detailed sex-abuse allegations against volunteers. Even the voice of Sesame Streets Elmo faced allegations of engaging in sexual relations with underage teens.
Suffice it to say, as Darkness to Lights new president, Logan faced a year of great challenge and great reward, given the groups mission to generate public awareness that can help eradicate abuse.
After 10 years in the private sector, Logan joined the Charleston-based national nonprofit in 2008 as chief operating officer. Within three years, she was appointed president and chief executive officer.
Darkness to Lights mission to prevent child sexual abuse remains deeply personal and professional. Already, Logan has consulted with the National Association of Attorneys General, legislators and many youth and community groups.
Logan, a single mother of two children ages 9 and 12, reflects on the lessons of the past year as she plans for 2013.
Q. You began working at Darkness to Light in 2008. Has the climate for victims changed since then?
A. More people across the nation are now talking about the prevention of child sexual abuse (CSA) than ever before.
That is a huge, positive step because communities can only begin prevention efforts if they are able to engage in discussion and openly talk about this very difficult subject.
Unfortunately, perpetrators will always look for ways to get close to and alone with children, so the climate for potential victims is still pervasive. Thats why it is so important to keep the issue at the forefront and continuously teach prevention strategies.
Q. From Jerry Sandusky to Skip ReVille, 2012 was a huge one for high-profile child sexual abuse cases. How does that affect your job?
A. Theres no question that 2012 was a true benchmark for raising public engagement to all-time highs.
We have been able to reach wider audiences by encouraging media outlets to also focus on prevention what we should do now to protect our children rather than just sordid details of the criminal acts.
We have also seen an increase in youth-serving organizations, schools, colleges, businesses, etc., asking us to help them implement prevention training for their staff, students and others, which is an important tool. These trained employees and participants then take their knowledge home to their children, their neighborhoods and their team sports groups.
Q. How do these high-profile cases affect victims? Do they make them more or less likely to come forward?
A. It is our hope that victims may find support, encouragement and understanding through the voices of victims in other cases.
The most important thing we can do as a community is to listen when someone is trying to find the words to talk about abuse. We should believe them. We should let them know it was not their fault.
Q. In these cases, the perpetrators often were men in positions of authority over their victims. Is this an accurate portrait of abusers?
A. Only in the sense that many perpetrators share the same desire to exert power over innocent victims. The truth is, perpetrators come from all segments of society, not just authority figures. In 95 percent of abuse cases, victims know their perpetrators: a neighbor, family friend, older children or family members.
Q. Some people dont think that sexual abuse affects them. How prevalent is it?
A. Child sexual abuse affects all of society. In the U.S. alone, there are an estimated 42 million adult survivors of child sexual abuse.
When untreated, CSA is linked to a host of social issues including teen pregnancy, psychiatric disorders and substance abuse.
CSA ranks second to murder as the most expensive victim crime in the U.S., where costs exceed $35 billion annually (according to the Fourth National Incidence Study of Child Abuse and Neglect report to Congress in 2010).
Its important to note that the consequences of CSA can be minimized or even prevented through effective treatment.
Q. Only one in 10 abused children will tell someone, according to estimates. What are the biggest hurdles to coming forward?
A. Perpetrators often groom their victims into silence, to make them feel ashamed, as though the abuse is the childs fault.
Children also often do not have the coping mechanisms to understand how to ask for help. Again, its so important to listen to our children, to talk to them about improper touching, or allowing them in situations where they are alone with adults one-on-one.
Q. Are there signs we can watch for that might warn us that a child is a victim of child sexual abuse?
A. A change in behavior is a key warning sign. A child may seem anxious at being left alone with a certain adult, may use improper language or show improper touching of other children.
A formerly outgoing child may show signs of being withdrawn or untalkative. Most importantly, we should listen to what our children are telling us.
Parents can take prevention a step further by seeking out organizations that have undergone 100 percent staff training to prevent CSA. Its known as Partner in Prevention and is part of Darkness to Lights certification program for organizations.
Q. Are there indicators someone might be an abuser or things that parents and others should be leery of?
A. Perpetrators will look for ways to immerse themselves in situations or organizations involving children and will find opportunities to have private time with a child. But that certainly does not mean that every teacher or youth camp counselor is suspect.
Darkness to Lights Stewards of Children prevention training workshops teach many strategies to guard against child sexual abuse. At the top of the list is to guard against situations that would allow adult-and-child, one-on-one, private encounters.
It is a sad statement on our society today, but even a ride home from baseball practice by a coach or individual parent should be avoided.
Q. Why dont more people contact authorities with their suspicions?
A. What we have found is that people genuinely DO want to do the right and proper thing to act on suspicions.
However, CSA has been a hushed issue in our society for so long, many times families especially want to handle things internally and hope the issue goes away. The Penn State/Sandusky case was a classic example of an institution acting like a protective family and dealing with accusations on their own.
We are now working with numerous organizations, schools, colleges, universities and other groups to develop specific policy on reporting child sexual abuse.
Organizations everywhere are now coming to terms with the idea that they must show leadership on sexual abuse prevention or risk a Penn State-like response.
Q. A National Institute of Justice study found that child sexual abuse costs the U.S. roughly $35 billion a year. What goes into that?
A. The estimate is actually a very conservative number given the lifelong impacts that afflict so many of this nations 42 million adult child sexual abuse survivors. It includes everything from teen pregnancy to drug and alcohol abuse, mental health issues, court costs, etc.
Q. What brought you to Darkness to Light?
A. I am drawn to D2Ls powerful mission: to engage public discussion on one of societys most difficult subjects and to teach one adult, one organization, one community at a time. To be part of something that is truly making a difference both nationwide and overseas, each and every day.
D2L has sparked a movement that is changing beliefs and actions in this country. This is an incredible time to be a part of such an organization.
Q. What is your greatest success to date?
A. In sheer numbers, D2L has affiliates in all 50 states, 16 foreign countries and has trained more than 385,000 adults on how to keep kids safe. And a great success came in 2012 when The Citadel became the first college in America to mandate CSA prevention training for all staff and students in order to graduate.
Our partnership with YMCAs across the country have opened more doors than we ever could have done on our own.
Q. What is your greatest challenge moving forward?
A. Keeping the movement of prevention healthy and engaging while not coming across as alarmists. It is always important to keep our message fresh, unique and relevant.
Supporting the tremendous growth of our program all over the country with only a small team of full-time employees in Charleston.
We need to see a significant culture change in the way that seat belts and drunken driving laws changed culture. Both of those efforts were put in place to prevent deaths on the roads and have made a big difference.
Similarly, if we can make it unacceptable for adults in youth-serving organizations to have private one-on-one time with children, well make great strides in preventing child sexual abuse. This isnt a perfect solution, as it only addresses abuse within organizations and not within families, but its a start and it would be significant.
Q. Tell us about some of your plans for 2013.
A. A new and expanded version of our Stewards of Children education program will be released this summer.
We also are working to grow prevention initiatives on the West Coast.
And more milestones are on the horizon for 2013. We hope to top 400,000 trainings this year, and we now have more than 100 organizations nationwide that have achieved our Partner in Prevention designation.
Find out more and take the online prevention training at www.d2l.org.


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The pair have done so twice in the past week, and Tweeted pics of the results.
Last Tuesday, the pop star and the Glee actress dressed up "full-time fancy," in Swift's words, and went out with friends to dinner to celebrate Shirley MacLaine's 78th birthday.
"Had a long day & don't know what to celebrate later...? Because you need a moment to be young? Find your moments," Agron wrote after posting the photos.
They apparently had fun, because this weekend they celebrated Agron's 26th birthday with a blowout circus-themed costume party, which Swift, 22, deemed to be "the most magical night."
Swift's birthday isn't until December, so it remains to be seen how they'll keep this particular passion going.
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"Some abnormalities which are present only in the plasma cells are able to identify which patients will have good response and which will have poor response to high dose chemotherapy." Dr. Avet Loiseau
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[657] High-Resolution Genomic Profiles Identify Novel Genes and/or Chromosomal Regions with Prognostic and Oncogenic Significance in Myeloma Patients. Session Type: Oral Session Herve Avet Loiseau, Nikhil C. Munshi, Cheng Li, Florence Magrangeas, Wilfried Gouraud, Catherine Charbonnel, Jean-Luc Harousseau, Michel Attal, Gerald Marit, Claire Mathiot, Thierry Facon, Philippe Moreau, Kenneth C. Anderson, Stephane Minvielle Hematology Laboratory and INSERM 601, University Hospital, Nantes, France; Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA, USA; Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA; Boston VA Healthcare System, Boston, MA, USA; Hematology Department, University Hospital, Nantes, France; Hematology Department, University Hospital, Toulouse, France; Hematology Department, University Hospital, Bordeaux, France; Hematology Laboratory, Institut Curie, Paris, France; Hematology Department, University Hospital, Lille, France Despite major improvements in the treatment of myeloma over the last decade, disease course is variable due to genetic heterogeneity. Even though cytogenetics is a difficult art in myeloma, chromosomal abnormalities are present in 100% of the patients. In order to define the spectrum of unbalanced chromosomal abnormalities in myeloma, we studied a cohort of 200 patients 65 years of age, homogeneously treated with high dose chemotherapy in the IFM 99 trials, using the Affymetrix 500K SNP arrays. Bone marrow was obtained at diagnosis, and plasma cells were sorted using anti-CD138-coated magnetic beads. In all cases, a plasma cell suspension with a purity > 90% was obtained, and DNA was extracted using standard methods. After labeling, DNA was hybridized on the two Nsp and Sty chips, containing 260,000 SNP each. As expected, copy number variations were observed in all the cases. The most frequently involved chromosomes were chromosomes 13, 16, 1, 8 and 6. We then performed a prognostic analysis to correlate survival and chromosomal abnormalities. Many previously unreported chromosomal regions were identified; for example, 89 deleted chromosomal regions as well as 53 regions present in > 2.5 copies were associated with a survival < 3 years. Among the deleted regions with prognostic impact, the most frequent were 1p, 12p, and 4q. The most frequently gained regions associated with overall survival were 1q, 8q, and chromosomes 7 and 21. A similar analysis was performed for association with event free survival (EFS). Losses at 11q, 4q, and 12p were highly predictive of a short EFS, whereas gains of chromosome 15 predicted a longer EFS. Global analysis revealed a marked heterogeneity in the gains observed in hyperdiploid karyotypes, explaining the inconsistency in the literature regarding the prognostic value of hyperdiploidy. A more detailed analysis identified more than 80 genes presenting a double deletion, suggesting their role as putative tumor suppressor genes. This study represents the largest cohort of patients analyzed with such high-density arrays, enabling the description of a highly confident landscape of chromosomal abnormalities in myeloma. Moreover, since all the 200 patients were treated with a similar high-dose regimen, it allows powerful statistical analysis of the impact of chromosomal gains and losses on response to therapy, event free survival and overall survival. Finally, since all the patients were also annotated for other prognostic parameters such as t(4;14) or beta2-microglobulin, a multivariate prognostic model will be presented.Abstract #657 appears in Blood, Volume 110, issue 11, November 16, 2007


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Words without Borders announces a $45,000 grant from Amazon.com to fund translator and author costs.
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New York City, New York ,March 13, 2012—Words without Borders (WWB) announces the renewal of a generous grant from Amazon.com underwriting the costs of publication for 2012.
Words without Borders is a nonprofit organization and monthly online magazine dedicated to the translation, publication, and promotion of literature in translation. Each month we publish ten to fifteen new pieces of literature in translation from around the globe. Renewed for a second year, the grant from Amazon.com will underwrite the author and translator fees for all twelve issues of Words without Borders: The Online Magazine of International Literature in 2012, including upcoming issues on the Mexican Drug War, Kashmir, and censored Chinese writers.
This marks the fifth grant from Amazon.com to Words without Borders. They are the organization's second largest funder.
Joshua Mandelbaum, WWB's executive director, stated, "Amazon.com's renewal of this generous grant supporting our authors and translators continues to propel the growth of Words without Borders, including the development of an education program that assists high school teachers in using WWB content in the classroom."
In addition to WWB, Amazon.com has awarded grants to a diverse range of not-for-profit organizations dedicated to fostering the creation, discussion, and publication of new writing and new voices, including the Council for Literary Magazines & Presses, , Poets & Writers, WriteGirl, 826 Seattle, The Loft Literary Center, Voice of Witness, Seattle Arts and Lectures, The Moth, The Kenyon Review, Richard Hugo House, Artist Trust, Hedgebrook, Copper Canyon Press, One Story, Girls Write Now, Asian American Writers Workshop, NY Writers Coalition, The Bomb, Pen Faulkner Foundation, the Los Angeles Review of Books, Lambda Literary Foundation, the Association of Writers & Writing Programs, Slice, Public Space, and the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers. A number of the recipients—such as Open Letter, Ledig House, Archipelago Books, the Best Translated Book Award, PEN American Center, and the Center for the Art of Translation—are, like Words Without Borders, committed to supporting the international exchange of literature and the work of translators and foreign authors.
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One would think that Dan Senor, of all of Mitt Romney's advisers, would be the last one to get crossways with the candidate. Senor, like Romney, is a Harvard M.B.A. and a successful Wall Streeter who has nimbly straddled the world of finance and politics, and whose somewhat hawkish, neoconservative views of the world are largely in accord with Romney's.
And Senor, the former spokesman for President Bush's Coalition Provisional Authority in Iraq, has been advising Romney for the better part of a year, at least informally, especially on Israel and Iran. Indeed, according to a senior Romney aide, Senor has been instrumental in pressing Romney to make President Obama's alleged mistakes and weakness over Iran's nuclear program a centerpiece of the candidate's foreign-policy critique.
So it is all the more striking that, after a gaffe-replete London trip that featured at least one big embarrassing mistake by another adviser, Romney and Senor still don't seem to be entirely on the same page on Iran. Senor, briefing reporters on Sunday, indicated that Romney would back a unilateral strike on Iran by Israel. "If Israel has to take action on its own, in order to stop Iran from developing that capability the governor would respect that decision," he said. But Romney himself, speaking later to ABC News, appeared to pull back slightly from Senor's characterization. "I think I'll use my own terms in that regard and that is that I recognize the right of Israel to defend itself," Romney said. Not a huge difference, but enough to be noticed.
Senor, responding to a request for comment by email, told National Journal that there was no real difference between his and Romney's statements, and that the matter had been blown out of proportion by a "wire reporter." Romney "effectively repeated my language in his speech," Senor said.
Earlier this month, another adviser, Rich Williamson, building on Romney's hard-line description of Russia as America's "No. 1 geopolitical foe," mistakenly referred to Russia as the "Soviet Union."
The question is: Why does this keep happening in Romneyland? Is it evidence of a chronically disorganized campaign – or, more likely, do these mishaps reveal a candidate whose views keep evolving and are simply hard to pin down, even for his aides? Even Eric Fehrnstrom, one of Romney's longest-serving and most loyal aides, seems to be having trouble keeping up with Morphing Mitt. After the Supreme Court upheld Obama's health care plan in early July, Fehrnstrom flatly told MSNBC that it was "correct" to say that Romney doesn't believe the individual mandate penalty is a "tax." But a few days later, Romney told CBS that because the Supreme Court majority had concluded the penalty was a tax, he himself had to call it a tax, too. "They have spoken," he said. "Therefore it is a tax." (Even though Romney plainly said he disagreed with the majority on just about everything else.)
What happened there? It was no accident that, in the days between Fehrnstrom's comments and Romney's, the GOP leadership on Capitol Hill laid out the new Republican orthodoxy on the Supreme Court decision. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, House Speaker John Boehner, and other Republicans were all accusing Obama of, in effect, imposing a middle-class tax increase with 'Obamacare.' So Romney had to choose, in effect, between Fehrnstrom and his party's chief ideologues. Not a tough choice for a candidate who spent most of the primary season catching up with a party base that was vastly further to the right than it had been as recently as his 2008 campaign.
And then there was the gaffe that augured Romney's whiff-a-thon in London, when an anonymous adviser told the Guardian newspaper that Romney considered lt the U.S.-British relationship special because "we are part of an Anglo-Saxon heritage."
Though Romney later disavowed the comment, it seemed to accurately reflect what, for Romney, is a culture-centered view of the world. In remarks on Monday at a fundraiser in Israel, he again invoked a favorite, formative book, The Wealth And Poverty of Nations, by retired Harvard scholar David Landes. Romney said that Landes's "lifelong analysis" of civilization showed that "culture makes all the difference." Then he repeated himself: "Culture makes all the difference." Romney was referring to what he described as the "stark difference in economic vitality" between Israel and the Palestinian Authority, and between other neighboring nations such as the United States and Mexico.
Once again, as he did in London, Romney seemed to have succeeded in insulting far more people than he actually won over, with the negative headlines dominating. "It is a racist statement, and this man doesn't realize that the Palestinian economy cannot reach its potential because there is an Israeli occupation," said Saeb Erekat, a senior aide to Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas.
Interestingly, even David Landes doesn't appear to agree with his most noted reader. Though Landes is disabled by a stroke and could not come to the phone, his daughter Alison noted in an interview with National Journal that her father's book is "more nuanced" than simply a statement of the superiority of culture (and Landes focuses mainly on European history, anyway). At one point in his book, Landes also discusses the importance of geography, which he says "tells an unpleasant truth, namely, that nature like life is unfair, unequal in its favors; further, that nature's unfairness is not easily remedied."
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A group of former Muslims have stepped into the battle over the proposed mega mosque in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
The group, Former Muslims United Against Islam, purchased a digital billboard in the city's downtown area. The billboard was designed with a green background, which the group says is the Saudi Arabian flag with the Muslim profession of faith.
The group also claims the children on the billboard advertisement represent the target of the Islamic message.
Nonie Darwish is a member of the group, and she's trying to warn the people of Murfreesboro about the hidden dangers of Islam.
"I have no problem with religious aspects of Islam, but Islam majority is a political system. We trying to alert the public," she explained.
The city's residents are divided over the proposed Islamic center.
"What would it be like if somebody said, 'Stop practicing Christianity or stop the new church from going up?'" one resident said. "That's just not right. I know you can't judge a book by its cover, but if they do practice any type of terrorism or you know there's any of that relationship then absolutely we'd have an issue with that."
Rutherford County officials have already approved the proposed expansion, but opponents are hoping they will reverse their decision.
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In his first game since being assigned to the CT Whale, Chris Kreider went scoreless with a -1, one shot on goal and a minor penalty as the Whale defeated Portland 4-1. Christian Thomas had two goals.
Mini Mashinter Watch
Brandon Mashinter scored in the first period to break a 1-1 tie on a great feed from Kris Newbury.
Mashinter now has 4g, 5a and three fights in the 12 games since joining the Whale.
Here's video of Mashinter goal (1:20 mark)…
Steve Eminger was a -1 with one shot on goal in the first game of his conditioning stint.
…not exactly the performance Kreider was probably looking for, but I can't imagine his mind was completely in the game after getting the bad news of the demotion earlier in the day. So I'll give him a pass here, but he better step it up tonight and tomorrow to get himself back on track and recalled by the Rangers because for them to be a successful team they're going to need Kreider at his best.
…not sure what else Mashinter needs to do to get a call-up. Assuming he'll need Boyle to continue to play the soft style of game we're all used to, forcing Torts to make the move.
…Thomas is on an absolute tear right now with 3g, 3a in his last six games. Thomas is fourth on the team in goals (12) and points (23). He's making me eat my words from earlier this season that he might be too small to succeed at the pro game.
In other Whale news…
Contract extension for Rangers G Cameron Talbot 2013-14 $550 000 (2 way) 2014-15 $575 000 (one way)
— Renaud Lavoie (@RenLavoieRDS) February 16, 2013
…i like that the Rangers are going to keep Talbot around. He's kept the Whale in the playoff hunt this year and when Biron's contract is up next offseason, I would feel comfortable with him as Lundqvist's backup.
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The nine schools in the Algiers Charter Schools Association will close Thursday in anticipation of bad weather.
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Welcome to WadeHone.Com!
Wade's Corner of Cyberspace:
The old site was getting pretty dated, lot's of dead links and it was time for a make over. I'm setting up this new page as a spring board to the other websites that I'll be working on.
I'm pretty stoked about the plans that I have for the projects that I am working on! I have several websites that I want to get in place and functioning before the snow's stop flying.
I'm considering this place the 'Hub' for the rest of my web sites. I'll discuss my plans for each in a little bit of detail below.
The Professional Pages:
Imperial Asphalt:
This is my Main job. I manage the Sales for Imperial Asphalt, and here is where the bulk of my 'workin for a living' time is spent.
We are going into our 19th season, we are in the process of expanding to a new location right off of I-15 which is pretty exiting for every one involved. It is great helping to build the family business. I Really enjoy it.
Did You Win Today:
A site dedicated to helping people to succeed in life. Every Day every man and woman should know whether they have won or lost. Right at the start, this site will have a 'health' focus. Eventually there will be tools to help clarify a persons vision for life's path ahead.
Suggestions to help you clearly define the values that will help you achieve that vision, and then a break down of the long, medium and short term achievements that will allow you to succeed in achieving that vision. It will also suggest tracking methods that will assist in focusing your efforts in reaching your goals.
Online Training. Sharing knowledge through the miracle of the Internet. What an awesome thing.
The 'shared knowledge base' that the Internet possesses is an amazing thing. Level20 will help to organize some of that knowledge into easy to digest chunks. Technology will be reviewed and discussed here as well. In addition to videos and articles designed for further training, eventually quizzes to test knowledge comprehension will be a part of this training website.
Dedicated to helping organizations form on-line communities. This web site will be a wealth of resources, Ideas, and training for anyone interested in building a community Online.
The site will direct Organization managers towards Training and tools that will help them better develop their on-line presence.
Zachary Wolf:
A Sales and Marketing Website. Full of instructional skill building and Motivational information.
Not only will this site teach how to succeed in sales, but it will be a distribution hub for digital goods such as PDF's, Photographs, and possibly Services.
I really do enjoy taking part in the moving of goods and services. I love living in a place where there are so many opportunities, and in a time, where enjoying that aspect is profitable.
How To for Gamers:
How to Training specifically targeted to the gaming audience. From Weight loss, to avoiding 'spouse agro', you'll find something that will make your gaming life more enjoyable.
If I get really ambitious, this may be a place to do some 'game tutorials' or play through videos. It's interesting to note, that in stead of being 'boring' it's some times pretty fun to watch some one else's 'game play' videos.
Gaming Web Sites:
A Gaming website that is geared towards pen and paper gaming. Also host for the setting Semerial, a Setting created specifically for pen and paper RPG games.
This is also the 'web space' used for organizing my own games - and perhaps in the future, it will be a place that others can host files for their own games. Or at least a place to gather and share the table top gaming experience.
Galactic Trade Guild:
This website, is a general gaming website, that will have video Reviews, and discussion panels about the latest and greatest in the gaming world. It will also be where organized play between friends gets planned and executed.
I'd like to set up a calendar that helps groups get organized into players interested in playing the same game. I love Online games, and the connection that they bring. I have been able to stay in touch with and build relationships with friends and even family through Online gaming.
This sits somewhere between 'professional' and 'personal'. I'll call myself an 'enthusiast'.
This site is dedicated to sharing my love for photography. Sharing some pictures. Perhaps even one day, if I can think of something creative to do with the pictures I have shot, I'll get a little shop going.
If that is successful for me, I'd like to explore perhaps selling the digital works (or services,) of others that enjoy photography as well.
The Life of Wade:
This is where I will keep track of my life history. The things going on in my life will be recorded here, via the written word, photographs and video, Audio records, and all sorts of things that will help me remember what it is that I'm doing with the time that I have been given in life.
Or in other words, 'here's my blog'. :-P
I'll probably keep easy links to my face book, you tube, and twitter information on this place.
So That's it! there is the 'hub' defined. I'll add more as I think of it - and I'll get some more of the content back over here from the old page. (ventrillo / mumble link - Flickr pics. etc.)
Thanks for stopping by! I hope to have some method set up where we can communicate - a forum or some such thing - I'll probably set it up in the Galactic Trade Guild area.
Come visit again - I'll try to keep something fresh on the site on a regular basis.
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There is a great (and addicting) game called Crystalien Conflict by Lego. Sadly it was retired about two and one-half years ago. But, the people at 4t2.co.uk have posted it at this site: http://legomars.4t2portfolio.co.uk/?v=6_5
Now you can enjoy Crystalien Conflict for as long as you want and when you want.
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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission last week announced the recall of four items – two for excessive lead, one for small magnets that could be swallowed by children and one considered a fire hazard.
Here's the list:
The Big Wooden Blocks and Jumbo Wooden Train Sets contain paint with excessive levels of lead on some pieces.
Battat Magnabild Magnetic Building Systems are hazardous because small magnets inside the building pieces can fall out and possibly be swallowed by children.
Toy racing cars manufactured by OKK Trading Inc. of Commerce, Calif., have paint with excessive levels of lead.
Nordstrom "At Home" Taper and Votive Candles are a fire hazard because the exterior coating can ignite.
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It looks like that woman is smuggling cottage cheese in her shockings.
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Shockings n. An article of clothing such as stockings or spandex leggings that produce a feeling of shock, awe, and/or nausea.
You should have seen the shockings she was wearing. It was like she was walking around with no pants. And at a baby shower, of all places!
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Nearly 70 percent of the nation's community-based organizations say housing discrimination continues unabated, especially against immigrants, disabled people, and families with children, results of a recent survey indicate.
Nearly 550 community groups surveyed in April by the nonprofit advocacy organization Consumer Action said that most of those facing discrimination are unsure of their rights and how to protect themselves.
At a news conference sponsored by Consumer Action in Washington, D.C., Thursday, John Chin, executive director of the Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corp., said many of those facing discrimination often aren't even aware of it, owing to their limited proficiency in English.


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Make a Fun Summer Scrapbook with Wendy'sKelsey Banfield
I am totally in love with this awesome new scrapbooking app from Wendy's. I do a lot of photography projects on my own but this app makes it SO easy to make fun scrapbooks for summer with my family. Lately we've been taking photos of our days in full. For example, we start out with our breakfast and take a few photos of that. Then we move on to each major activity, taking photos of each part of the day. Then, the next morning we download everything and make a cool scrapbook!
I like the fact that not only is it easy to use, it is also a lot of fun for kids to do. I love that my daughter is already learning how to capture the joys of summer on her own. She has already said she wants to make a scrapbook of some of her summer friends and keep them to look at during the winter. Here are some more ideas we've come up with for summer scrapbook:
1) Make a scrapbook of a birthday party and give it to a friend as a thank you for the invitation.
2) Make an annual tradition of making scrapbooks of your summer holiday and keeping them for years to come.
3) Make a scrapbook of fun activities and send them to loved ones who live at a great distance so they can see what you are up to.
4) Make a scrapbook of all the new things you try this summer (riding a bike without training wheels, your first camping trip!) and give yourself a gold star for all that you've learned!
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MOBILE, Alabama -- The man involved in the police standoff in the Chrichton community is dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, Cpl. Christopher Levy said.
Police spokeswoman Ashley Rains had announced earlier that the standoff was over but had provided no other details at that time.
Previously, Rains said the woman inside the house that was the site of the standoff was able to get out of the building, leaving only the man inside.
The woman, whose name has not been released, was taken to a nearby hospital.
Rains said that at some point during the standoff, shots were fired at police officers, but she said there are no injuries reported inside the house or to the officers.
The relationship between the woman and the man in the house is not known, Rains said, but police have called the incident a domestic situation.
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CD Reviews - February 2010
by George Fendel
Twelve Nights In Hollywood; Ella Fitzgerald, vocals.
Ella fans, this is it! A four-disc set featuring Fitzgerald at the height of her power, mesmerizing her 1961-62 audience at The Crescendo, a Hollywood jazz and comedy club. Because Verve Records was in the midst of all the songbook activity of Ella's, these phenomenal, relaxed and pure jazz performances have remained UNISSUED since the time they went down. And Ella's in her 'ella-ment' with a superb quartet: Lou Levy, piano, Wilfred Middlebrooks, bass, and Gus Johnson, drums. Interesting to note that while the accompaniment is absolutely hand-in-glove perfect for Ella, there are no instrumental solos anywhere. So it's 'all Ella all the time' with the same group that worked with her on the brilliant album, "Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie." Rather than trying to entice you with the names of a few of the 75 or so tunes, just let me say that it's the Great American Songbook all the way, with Ella tapping the honored circle of Ellington, Gershwin, Porter, Berlin, Kern, Rodgers, Mercer and more. Ella's obviously having a ball, shmoozing her audience here and there between tunes; forgetting a lyric now and then, but making up her own; and swinging and scatting as only Ella could do. The last of the four CDs puts her in the same club, but this time with another long-time accompanist, Paul Smith and his trio. All in all, you'll shake your head in amazement that it took nearly five decades to get this gem out there. Beautiful packaging, liner notes and photos will further delight you. But the First Lady of Song is the star. Then, now, always.
Verve; 2009, 4 CDs, one hour each.
Raising The Roof, John Stein, guitar.
John Stein's been quite active over the last few years with several very well-performed CDs. Here, Stein comes through with a very classic, in-the-tradition guitar sound, and he gets the proceedings underway with a virile reading of Horace Silver's "Nica's Dream." His rhythm mates, all swinging and sizzling, include: Koichi Sato, piano, John Lockwood, bass, and Ze Eduardo Nazario, drums. In addition to the bristling opener, other album highlights include a tender reading of Thad Jones's "A Child Is Born"; a "Caravan"-like rhythmic backdrop for "Invitation"; one of Jobim's rarely done chestnuts, "Vivo Sonhando"; a straight ahead, but still stubtle version of "Beautiful Love"; and a classy exploration of all the possibilities of "Falling in Love with Love." Stein adds a couple of originals as well, and he came up with a catchy, waltz-tempo line on "Wild Woods." Stein and friends have worked it out with class and polish. Jazz guitar lovers should definitely check him out!
Whaling City Sound, 2009, 57:24.
Complete At Newport 1958, Gerry Mulligan Quartet and Chico Hamilton Quintet.
It seems as though just about every month Jazzscene uncovers one or two previously unreleased gems to salivate over, so here comes another. Gerry Mulligan's pianoless quartet was one of the in things of the era, and it stands up fine today. It was at this time that Mulligan's front line partner was trumpet ace Art Farmer, and they were joined by Bill Crow, bass, and Dave Bailey, drums. Much of the CD is devoted to this group playing their 'hits' of the day, including "Bernie's Tune," "Blueport," "As Catch Can," "Festive Minor" and "Line For Lyons." This fine performance is augmented by an additional treat where Gerry joins pianist Marian McPartland's trio on a couple of Duke staples. And if that's not enough, there's also four tunes from the Chico Hamilton Quintet featuring the multi-faceted reedman Eric Dolphy. But this is mostly Mullgan's disc as he is prominently featured on thirteen of the seventeen selections. The back panel of this CD reads "for collectors only," and Gerry Mulligan collectors are going to pounce on it!
RLP (Rare Live Performances) Records, 2008, 77:44.
Sing Me A Love Song, David Berger Jazz Orchestra.
Like any other composer, you may be sure that for every "There Will Never Be Another You" or "The More I See You," Harry Warren probably wrote dozens of songs that never achieved the fame of those two. And this interesting CD, which obviously must have been fashioned with great effort and purpose, explores exclusively those neglected Warren melodies. What makes the work even more intriguing, are the lyrics written in the here and now by Paul Mendenhall. It's a daunting task to come up with 'period' lyrics which sound like original ones, but Mendenhall is somehow up to the task. The two singers on the project, Freda Payne and Denzal Sinclaire, are new names to me. Payne handled the task with appropriate band singer chops and sounds just fine. Sinclaire wins the blue ribbon with perfect interpretations of these new but old tunes. We need to hear more from him! David Berger also deserves some high fives for creating something entirely new and fresh. His arrangements, never corny or vanilla, reflect the respect and admiration that anything written by Harry Warren certainly deserves.
Such Sweet Thunder, 2009, 53:57
2, 5, 1, Dan Duke, bass.
Hey now, when was the last time you read a real good review from me on a recording which includes Hammond B-3 organ on four tunes and accordion (!!!) on two? Maybe never. Well, hold your horses, 'cause this one's darn good! The leader on the date, Dan Dean, is the only participant new to me, but he joins forces here with pianists (different guys on different cuts) George Duke, Gil Goldstein and Kenny Werner. Goldstein doubles on squeeze box on two tunes, and Larry Goldings enters the fray on B-3 on four. So why does the album earn my praise? Because nobody goes for the jugular. Everybody keeps it strictly under control on dependable tunes like "'S Wonderful," "One Note Samba," "All The Things You Are," "In Walked Bud" and two of our favorite ladies, "Stella" and "Georgia." Interesting too that there's no drummer in the vicinity. There's some very pleasant musical conversation here among some players who rarely get in the midst of this kind of music.
Origin, 2010, 77:33.
Paul Meyers Quartet, Paul Meyers, accoutic guitar.
Seems to me that acoustic guitar is fading slowly from sight in the jazz world. So when you encounter one played with the panache and subtlety of Paul Meyers, you want to breathe it in. Of course, it hurts not a bit that Meyers has called upon one of the sages of the tenor and flute, Frank Wess. The former Basie band hero is still playing as wonderfully as ever, and his tenor cooks up a nice entree on the opener, a Billy Strayhorn tune called "Snibor." Wess then switches to flute for a lively Meyers original. An additional treat is singer Andy Bey, whose vocal is rich and riveting on "Lazy Afternoon." The pairing of Meyer's dessert-like guitar and Wess's even keel reed expertise is exceptionally pleasing to the ear. Additional highlights here include standards like "In The Wee Small Hours of the Morning," "Just One of Those Things" and "I Cover the Waterfront." Incidentally, the quartet is rounded out by Martin Wind, bass, and Tony Jefferson, drums. It's a pretty special encounter from note one to note last.
Miles High Records, 2009, 65:40.
32nd Street, Dave Nelson, trumpet, vocal.
With roots in Washington state, Nelson now makes his home across the border in Saskatoon. He's been fortunate enough, however, to have made some connections in New York and found the time to make this recording on one of those visits. Nelson's laid back trumpet style will remind you a bit of Miles Davis, and his choice here of Gotham tenor saxist Joel Frahm is definitely a good one. The rhythm section is comprised of three more New York cats in Jon Davis, piano, Joe Fitzgerald, bass, and Marcello Pellitteri, drums. The CD kicks off with a mid-tempo romp through "Have You Met Miss Jones" and follows with no less than four Nelson originals. Of the four, I especially liked his take on the blues, another medium tempo journey with some glitzy blowing from Frahm. The CD continues with four more standards. A very nice surprise on one of them was Nelson's very hip vocal on "We'll Be Together Again." The guys then play Bird's "Confirmation" at a nice, nearly relaxed pace. "My Favoite Things" follows with a bit of a Latin touch, and the set ends with brisk "Softly As in a Morning Sunrise." This CD is, one might say, the essence of the creativity of jazz.
Self produced, 2009.
Ages, Lorraine Feather, vocals, lyricist.
A couple of years ago Lorraine Feather's "Language" received kudos for its witty, fun-loving content. Feather, who is the daughter of the late jazz writer Leonard Feather, is a terrific interpreter of her own material. And what she writes sounds almost conversational; totally unique; frequently offering a lesson in life or a reason to laugh at ourselves. Her song titles may at least make you curious enough to check her out. Consider for a moment that nobody else has ever come up with titles such as "I Forgot to Have Children," "Old at 18" and "Two Desperate Women in Their Thirties." In addition to Ms Feather's vocal and writing talents, a few of the melodies were contributed by two of today's premier piano talents, Dick Hyman and Shelly Berg. Feather simply must be heard for one to understand what she's all about. And to me anyway, hers is a remarkable talent in singing and writing songs that say "don't concentrate on your frailties, but don't strut your stuff too much either." Lorraine, I am your fan.
Jazzed Media, 2010, 52:28.
Straight Ahead, Hadley Caliman, tenor saxophone.
Nothwesterner Hadley Caliman is one of those versatile cats completely at ease in just about any musical setting. But I must say, it's sure nice to hear his return to a straight ahead tenor, trumpet and rhythm section gig. He's joined here by other Seattle area stalwarts, including Thomas Marriott, trumpet, Eric Verlinde, piano, Phil Sparks, bass, and Matt Jorgensen, drums. His choice of tunes reflects his lifetime of listening and playing. Consider such underplayed items as Harold Land's "Rapture" or Lee Morgan's "Totem Pole." The standards on the date are "You Leave Me Breathless" and "The Night Has a Thousand Eyes," and there's even a tip of Caliman's cap to the Ellington era with Billy Strayhorn's immortal "Lush Life." Caliman's tenor sound is slightly rough-hewn, reminding me sometimes of Joe Henderson or even Benny Golson. Marriott is a trumpet player of great gifts, and his composition for this date, "Cathlamet," is filled with life and vigor. Caliman may perhaps be called a musician's musician, but he has a story for all to hear.
Origin, 2010, 39:00.
Lagos Blues, Antonio Ciacca, piano.
Raised in Italy, and a product of an Italian conservatory music education, Ciacca is a "burner," in the jazz lexicon. On this impressive outing, his basic quartet is joined by veteran tenor man Steve Grossman, a longtime resident of Italy and mentor to Ciacca. The music played here is mostly heavy-duty hard bop, but classy, creative and highly listenable. Highlights included "Whims of Chambers," an old bop line from the revered bassist Paul Chambers, and a medley of Ellington entries.
Motema Music, 2009, 53:16.
After The Rain, Gaea Schell, piano and vocals.
Why is it that I am often hip to piano players who also sing? Well, that's the case with Gaea Schell. She is first and foremost a solid, swinging pianist who, in a clipped, staccato style, sometimes reminds me of Eddie Costa. But she sings well too, subtle and jazzy, as you'll discover on such tunes as "September in the Rain," "It Could Happen to You," "How Insensitive" and the best vocal of the bunch, "Social Call." Schell adds some original compositions to create a nicely balanced effort. Bonus for locals: Portland's exceptional bassist, Scott Steed, is featured on about half the selections.
Roadhouse Records, 2009, 70:29.
Copacabana, Nilson Matta, bass and acoustic guitar.
This is a lovely sampling of mostly the original compositions of Nilson Matta, a native of Brazil. The distinguished guest here is Harry Allen, the purveyor of a gorgeous sound on tenor sax. In fact, some of this material will bring reminders of the sound of Stan Getz and his seminal bossa nova work. Brazilian jazz tends toward more subtlety and expression than what we usually call "Latin" style jazz. And this Brazilian music is classy, elegant and easy on the ear.
Zoho, 2010, 49:52.
The Culprit, Jason Bodlovitch, guitar.
On a program of all original material, I found some of Bodlovich's work interesting from a jazz perspective, but some seemed more closely aligned to the pop thing. Bodlovich sounds kinda like a guy who may have outgrown rock guitar and is now trying to till the fields of jazz. His tune called "B Flatted" swung nicely in a jazz manner, and one called "Bella Swing" had a cheerful melody line. Finally, something called "SGB" created a nicely-paced groove. His chosen guitar sound didn't, however, fully connect with me.
Moon Rise Productions, 2010, 49:31.
Bright Future, Vince Norman-Joe McCarthy Big Band.
The only indication on this CD as to where all these hot player hail from is the name of a recording studio in Springfield, Virginia. Go figure. But there's some sparkling musicianship in a menu of all original music mostly from co-leader and reedman Vince Norman. Several high-energy soloists are given plenty of opportunity to fly their colors as this band cooks it up on one cut after another. Kudos to anyone who can even keep a big band together nowadays. From the sound of their energetic big band, they indeed deserve a bright future.
OA2 Records, 2010, 61:46.
Karen Marguth, Karen Marguth, vocals.
Sometimes one can get an idea of how "into it" a singer is by simply looking at their tune list. And when I saw titles like "Unit 7," "Sister Sadie," "In the Land of Ooh-Bla-Dee," "Day Dream" and "Squeeze Me," I was somewhat prepared for a jazz singer (as opposed to a band singer or, perish the thought, a pop singer), and Karen Marguth fills the bill. In a higher-pitched voice than usual, she's spot on key, phrases with ease and feeling.
Wayfae Music, 2009, 49:40.
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