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Ten years after breaking the single season home run record in Major League Baseball, Mark McGwire has come clean and admitted he used steroids.
Before heading back to the ballpark as a hitting coach for the St. Louis Cardinals, McGwire decided to finally come clean about using steroids as a pro baseball player.
"It's the most regrettable thing I've ever done in my life," McGwire said.
For years, McGwire avoided questions about the use of performance enhancing drugs, even refusing to testify before Congress.
He said he started using steroids after a series of injuries, including the year he broke Roger Maris' record for home runs in a single season.
"The wear and tear of 162 ballgames and the status of where I was at and the pressures that I had to perform, it's a very regrettable thing and I wish they had never come into my life," he added.
While McGwire's confession did not come as a total surprise, steroid use is not only an issue for the professional sporting world, but the problem trickles down to teenagers, who try to emulate their heroes and eventually go professional. The young atheletes think steroids will make them faster and stronger.
Recent statistics show that while steroid use among teens has dropped in recent years, the National Institute on Drug Abuse estimates more than a half a million 8th and 10th graders are still using them. About a third of the high school seniors polled say it is easy to get them.
Steroids can to lead to a long list of negative sides effects from acne to aggressive behavior - to stunted growth and even lead to kidney failure.
However, McGwire's admission may help young aspiring athletes - and pros alike - to learn from his mistake.
"Yeah, I let a lot of people down. It doesn't feel good," he said.
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Phytomer Acti-Gene Contour Cellulite-Reducing Bi-Gel is designed as a body firming contouring gel that will reduce cellulite in certain areas of the skin. Containing active contouring agents that will focus on specific areas of the body to rid it of cellulite and slim down the body.
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Denrele Edun On The New Channel O Team
Denrele Edun a former Soundcity VJ has joined the South Africa based music station as a VJ
Channel O recently selected new, vibrant and talented VJ's from all over Africa to join their team. Denrele Edun was picked from Nigeria. Others are: Flavia Tumusiime (Uganda), Jokate Mwegelo (Tanzania), Joey Muthengi (Kenya), Stefen 'J.Town' Menson (Ghana) and Maya Wegerif, (South Africa)


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A 55-year-old tree trimmer was hurt Friday when the bucket truck he was riding in rolled down a hill. and hit a tree.
According to police in Lehigh Township, Northampton County, Charles Austin of Wind Gap was trimming a tree around 10:30 a.m. in the area of 724 Walnut Drive when the accident happened.
Police found the utility truck at the bottom of a hill on the property where it crashed into a tree.
The truck appears to have either rolled or slid down the grass hill where Austin was working, police said, and he was thrown from the bucket during the crash.
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How likely is comprehensive immigration reform to pass?
Former U.S. Rep. Jim Kolbe, who was involved in previous reform efforts, gives the current one a 50-50 chance. He says he is heartened by bipartisan involvement but also troubled by President Barack Obama's plan, which offers no details on creating a realistic guest-worker program.
Kolbe spoke to The Republic's editorial board Tuesday.
The Republican former congressman says comprehensive immigration will live and die on four pillars: Border security, temporary workers, employer enforcement and a path to citizenship for the estimated 11 million undocumented immigrants already living here. If the bipartisan "Gang of Eight" produces legislation that addresses all four pillars, Kolbe says, that will raise the odds of passage in the House.
Meanwhile, Kolbe says, we shouldn't hold our breath on an 11th-hour deal to avoid sequestration, the automatic budget cuts that threaten to cripple Arizona's lucrative aerospace and defense industry. Republicans view the cuts as their only bargaining chip to press for entitlement reform, which Democrats have been loath to address.


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As a supportive community of art advocates, teachers, artists, craftspeople and students, KAC has enriched my life, allowing me to grow as a mentor, teacher, artist and friend.
At KAC, my son receives great instruction and exposure to many different mediums. His instructor is engaging and fun… he is so proud of what he creates!
The teachers at KAC are unparalleled in their aptitude, compassion, and creativity. They are some of the most capable educators I've ever encountered, instilling enthusiasm and passion in their students. More than just imbuing us with greater technical expertise, they build confidence and hone our individual artistic visions – helping us further develop strong and unique voices through our chosen media.
Kirkland Arts Center is the best kept secret of the Eastside…. I got a lot more than I expected. The teachers gave me enough structure to start a project and enough freedom to express myself in my own way…. KAC provides great teachers, a place to experience and learn about art, a place where artists can grow, and a place where the public can drop in to see art exhibits. KAC has it all.
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Paper Translations
The artists featured in Paper Translations transform the seemingly mundane material of paper by reinterpreting it into complex works of contemporary art through folding, staining, painting, cutting, casting, felting, tearing, sewing, and weaving, merging cultural tradition and personal memory to reintroduce us to paper in ways we have never seen before. View gallery open hours....
Historic Bridges of King County
Photographer Eduardo Calderón captures the quiet stolidity of King County's historic bridges in large format photography, on display at the Kirkland Public Library. View open hours. This project was funded, in part, by an award from 4Culture. Featured Artist Eduardo Calderón, Photographer More Information About Historic Bridges of King County Artist's Statement...
Wacky Baskets Mini Workshop
Paper Translations artist Danielle Bodine will lead a workshop for children ages 6 and up on making random weave baskets out of paper strips. The strips are colored and stamped and then woven into baskets. They can be embellished with beads, shells, etc. The class size is limited to 12, so...
Contemporary Sculptural Basket Demo
Paper Translations artist Dorothy McGuinness will be offering a demonstration of her contemporary basket weaving techniques. She will be onsite in the KAC Gallery, working on a new piece woven out of watercolor paper. She will bring materials for people to handle and will be available to answer questions about...
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US will not side with Argentina in its dispute with hedge funds, says Kerry
US Secretary of State, John Kerry has rejected the possibility that the Barack Obama administration would side with Argentina in the long-standing dispute with hedge funds over the defaulted bonds from the 2001/2 meltdown. Still the US official praised what he considered some "positive steps" by the Cristina Fernandez government.
Argentina appeals hedge funds case to US Supreme Court; warns of 'havoc' if lower court ruling stands
Argentina announced on Tuesday it had appealed to the US Supreme Court against a lower court order to pay off hedge fund investors in its bonds, arguing that order violated its sovereignty.
US government intervenes in favor of Argentina in defaulted-bonds ongoing case
The US government has asked the US Supreme Court to intervene over a hedge fund's effort to gain information about Argentina's non-US assets as part of an ongoing litigation, which is rapidly becoming a lead case regarding sovereign assets and sovereign debts rescheduling.
As the US before IMF lines up behind Argentina in the litigation with hedge funds
For the first time since the litigation of hedge funds against Argentina the International Monetary Fund warned about the 'risks' which would entail ratifying Judge Thomas Griesa ruling condemning Argentina to pay over a billion dollars plus interests to the so called 'vulture funds'.
Argentine defaulted bond-holders have until 22 April to respond to the proposed payment plan
A US appeals court gave holders of defaulted Argentina debt three weeks to respond to the country's proposed plan to pay them much less than the 1.33 billion dollars they have sued to collect.
Argentina prepares for the 'mother of all battles' against 'holdout' bondholders
Argentina has made its final written arguments ahead of a February 27 US courtroom showdown against holdout bondholders demanding full payment of capital plus interests for sovereign debt from the default of more than a decade ago.
Cristina at the helm for ARA Libertad grand welcome party in Mar del Plata
The frigate ARA Libertad is already in Argentine waters and is scheduled to arrive Wednesday to the port of Mar del Plata, escorted by dozens of yachts and other vessels, to a huge reception ceremony headed by President Cristina Fernandez, ministers and top officials.
Argentina charters private UK plane for Cristina Fernandez next tour to avoid legal surprises
The Argentine government issued a statement in response to a recent piece published on the British tabloid "The Sun", and assured that President Cristina Fernández will fly in a private plane on her next tour to avoid a potential impounding of the official presidential plane by vulture funds.
Argentina gains a new ally in its fight against hedge funds: WEF' Schwab
Argentina's worldwide court battles against the hedge funds which did not accept the restructuring of its defaulted debt and are after the country's assets, has gained another ally, the president of the World Economic Forum, (WEF) Klaus Schwab.
ARA Libertad: Ghana port authority lost 7.6m dollars; could demand NML Capital
Ghana's Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) admits to having lost 7.6 million dollars as a result of the Argentine frigate ARA Libertad's occupation of its prime berth for a period of 76 days, reports Accra's Graphic Online.


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Recent Event Highlights: Osama Bin Laden Dead, Bin Laden Demands French Withdrawal from Afghanistan, Bin Laden Claims Responsibility for Failed Christmas Attack, "Sheikh Osama bin Laden is alive and active.", Osama Speaks to America, Claims Responsibility for 9/11, Bin Laden's Denial, and 10 more...
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Barack Obama announces that Osama Bin Laden has been killed in Pakistan. Photo Credit: FBI
The French Foreign Ministry claims that an audio tape wherein Bin Laden threatens France is authentic. "The only way to safeguard your nation and maintain your security is to lift all your injustice and its extensions off our people and most importantly to withdraw your forces from Bush's despicable war in Afghanistan," says the voice on the tape. Photo Credit: CP Images
A senior NATO official, speaking under condition of anyonymity, tells CNN that Bin Laden is living comfortably in a house in northwest Pakistan, protected by locals and members of the Pakistani intelligence community. "Nobody in Al Qaeda is living in a cave," said the source. Photo Credit: Abaca Press [2004]
An audio tape said to contain the voice of Osama Bin Laden has the Al Qaeda leader taking responsibility for the attempt to blow up a US-bound passenger plane on Christmas Day, 2010. The tape also warns US President Barack Obama that attacks will continue as long as the US continues to support Israel. Obama, meanwhile, claims that America has greatly weakened Bin Laden and Al Qaeda as a whole. Photo Credit: AP Photo/Charles Dharapak
Persistent rumours of Bin Laden's death grind to a halt with the release of a new tape, in which the Al Qaeda leader warns the US of its vulnerability.
Mansour Dadullah, whose brother was involved with the Taliban, reports to Al Jazeera that Osama is still alive and well. "Sheikh Osama bin Laden is alive and active. He's carrying out his duties. ... The latest proof that he is alive is that he sent me a letter of condolences after the martyrdom of my brother. He advised me to follow my brother's path." Photo Credit: AFP, AFP
In an article published in L'Est Républicain, French columnist Laid Sammari cites a French foreign intelligence document as saying that Bin Laden had died of typhoid fever in Pakistan one month earlier. The claim was unsubstantiated.
National Review columnist Michael Ledeen reports, "according to Iranians I trust, Osama bin Laden finally departed this world in mid-December. The al Qaeda leader died of kidney failure and was buried in Iran, where he had spent most of his time since the destruction of al Qaeda in Afghanistan."
Bin Laden is said to be hiding on the Afghan-Pakistani border. According to Pakistani intelligence, he is believed to have been keeping a low profile, with a small group of bodyguards. Photo Credit: Rick Loomis, Los Angeles Times/MCT
Al Jazeera broadcasts an 18-minute video of Bin Laden, in which he speaks directly to citizens of the United States. "I will explain to you the reasons behind these events, and I will tell you the truth about the moments when this decision was taken, so that you can reflect on it," he said. "God knows that the plan of striking the towers had not occurred to us, but the idea came to me when things went just too far with the American-Israeli alliance's oppression and atrocities against our people in Palestine and Lebanon." Photo Credit: Balkis Press, MCT
As his whereabouts remain unknown, Al Jazeera broadcasts an audio tape purported to be voice of Bin Laden, praising the 9/11 hijackers: "We speak of the men who changed the course of history and cleansed the ... filth of treacherous rulers and their subordinates." Photo Credit: Handout, REUTERS
After two months of fighting in Afghanistan, American forces capture Bin Laden's base in the mountainous Tora Bora region, but Bin Laden is said to have escaped by mule to Pakistan. Photo Credit: TV Grab, AFP
In Jalalabad, US military forces find a video that appears to show Osama bin Laden speaking with Khaled al-Harbi and other associates in Afghanistan. In the recording, Bin Laden claims to know of the attack on America a few days in advance of its occurrence: "We calculated in advance the number of casualties from the enemy, who would be killed based on the position of the tower. We calculated that the floors that would be hit would be three or four floors. I was the most optimistic of them all...We had notification since the previous Thursday that the event would take place that day." Questions persist as to the video's authenticity.
As US and NATO forces begin strikes in Afghanistan, Osama bin Laden releases another video tape. "America has been hit by Allah at its most vulnerable point, destroying, thank God, its most prestigious buildings," he said. Photo Credit: AFP, AFP
In an announcement broadcast on Qatar's Al Jazeera channel, Bin Laden denies involvement with the 9/11 attacks: "I stress that I have not carried out this act, which appears to have been carried out by individuals with their own motivation." Photo Credit: Getty, Getty
Four hijacked airplanes destroy the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York City, and also target the Pentagon in Arlington County, Virginia. Nearly 3000 civilians are killed in the worst terror attack on American soil. Six days later, after a meeting at the Pentagon, President George W. Bush said, "I want justice. ... There's an old poster out west, I recall, that said 'Wanted: Dead or Alive'." Photo Credit: REUTERS/Sara K. Schwittek/Files


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Aecon Construction and Materials Ltd. was awarded a $46.3-million construction contract to continue four-laning work between Thunder Bay and Nipigon.
Two new lanes will be added from Highway 527, heading east for 13 kilometres. It's a continuation of a widened highway between Hodder Avenue at Thunder Bay and Highway 527 which was completed in Sept. 2012.
Construction starts later this year with completion expected in 2015. Another four-laning project is also underway between Mackenzie Station Road and Birch Beach Road.
Once work is complete, there will be 33 kilometres of four-lane highway from Hodder Avenue to Birch Beach.
"Coming on the heels of the completion of the first major expansion project on Highway 11/17 between Thunder Bay and Nipigon, this initiative is another important step in the four-laning of this corridor," said Michael Gravelle, MPP for Thunder Bay-Superior North


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One of the most astonishing instrumental performances I've ever heard is the piano playing on Dr. John's version of "Mess Around," from his 1972 album "Gumbo." It doesn't seem possible that just two hands can play all those complex riffs.
The version of the song in the video below isn't quite as propulsive --- Dr. John turns it down a notch -- but the great thing about the video is that it was made for instructional purposes, and you can see every move his hands make.
"Mess Around," by the way, was written by the legendary Atlantic Records co-founder Ahmet Ertegun, and famously recorded by Ray Charles in 1953.
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Where to Find Online Betting ResultsSeptember 29, 2009 11:00 am General Sport
Punters who have had a bet on AFL or any other sport over the weekend will not always have the time to watch the actual event and will need to where to find online betting results.
To have a sports bet online click here!
sports betting enthusiasts can find online sports betting results at a number of locations across the internet but without a doubt the best place to check results daily are at the source of the sports betting – the place where you actually put the bet on.
This will not only give you all the latest sports betting results but will show you the exact dividends and sports betting odds on each and every fixture.
However, many of the online sports betting sites will provide just the results and odds without giving a full roundup of the game and although some sports betting enthusiasts only care about the dividends, many actually want to know statistics, analysis and well as commentary on the game.
Punters wanting to know where to find online betting results, to have a bet on AFL for example, that include a full wrap of the game can visit major sporting news site such as Yahoo 7, Fox Sports and Nine MSN as well as any of the major newspapers such as the Herald Sun (for AFL results) and Daily Telegraph (for NRL results).
There are also many site dedicated to providing sports betting results from all the weekends racing fixtures and most sports will have their own official websites dedicated to providing not only sports betting results, but news and full reviews from each and every fixture.


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Pio XII Apartments
Avenida Pio XII, 11, 46009 Valencia, Spain
Pio XII Apartments
Valencia, 1.8 km from the city centre. Avenida Pio XII, 11 see on map
Offering stylish, modern apartments with balconies and free Wi-Fi, Pio XII Apartments Valencia is 2 minutes walk of Túria Gardens and...
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Casual Valencia de las Artes
Avenida del Puerto, 39, 46021 Valencia, Spain
Casual Valencia de las Artes
Valencia, 1.8 km from the city centre. Avenida del Puerto, 39 see on map
This city hotel has been completely renovated with consideration taken of all of the original architectural features and comprises a...
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Sorolla Centro
Convento Santa Clara, 5, 46002 Valencia, Spain
Sorolla Centro
Valencia, 233 m from the city centre. Convento Santa Clara, 5 see on map
Modern building, refurbishing on 2002, located close to centre, 300 mts de Plaza del Ayuntamiento and just a short distance from the...
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Ilunion Valencia 3
Valle de Ayora, 5, 46015 Valencia, Spain
Ilunion Valencia 3
Valencia, 3 km from the city centre. Valle de Ayora, 5 see on map
If you stay in this hotel, you will be few minutes from the Palacio de Congresos of Valencia and Valencia Bioparc. The new Ilunion...
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Vincci Mercat
La Llanterna, 31, 46001 Valencia, Spain
Vincci Mercat
Valencia, 285 m from the city centre. La Llanterna, 31 see on map
With a stay at Vincci Mercat in Valencia (Ciutat Vella), you'll be minutes from Central Market and La Lonja. This 4-star hotel is...
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NH Ciudad de Valencia
Avenida del Puerto, 214, 46023 Valencia, Spain
NH Ciudad de Valencia
Valencia, 3 km from the city centre. Avenida del Puerto, 214 see on map
The cozy NH Ciudad de Valencia is located in the seaport shopping district. The hotel offers a wealth of details and amenities to make...
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Las Arenas Balneario Resort
Eugenia Viñes, 22-24, 46011 Valencia, Spain
Las Arenas Balneario Resort
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This luxury hotel combines the elegance of this beautiful building dating from the nineteenth century with the timeless elegance of...
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Ilunion Aqua 4
Luis García Berlanga, 19-21, 46023 Valencia, Spain
Ilunion Aqua 4
Valencia, 3.1 km from the city centre. Luis García Berlanga, 19-21 see on map
A newly built hotel is very near the centre of Valencia. The hotel has a bar, restaurant, WIFI (free of charge), public car park and...
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Holiday Inn Express Ciudad de las Ciencias
Escritor Rafael Ferreres, 22, 46013 Valencia, Spain
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All 100 rooms provides individually controlled air conditioning, cable and satellite TV, pay per view, direct phone, work desk and...
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Vincci Lys
Avenida Martinez Cubells, 5, 46002 Valencia, Spain
Vincci Lys
Valencia, 287 m from the city centre. Avenida Martinez Cubells, 5 see on map
The Vincci Lys is a wonderful hotel which enjoys a quiet location in a pedestrian street right in the centre of Valencia, a convenient...
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Whether animals can predict earthquakes is a question that people have wondered about since at least 373 B.C. People then noticed that rats, weasels and snakes left a city in ancient Greece before it was hit with a major earthquake.
Despite a lot of reports from animal owners and animal observers, American seismologists are skeptical about this theory. There has been no definitive work done by scientists to prove it. In both Japan and China, there are ongoing studies of using animal behavior to predict earthquakes. In China, a city was successfully evacuated before a major earthquake struck; however, there have also been false alarms using the animal warning system!
There is only speculation about how animals could predict earthquakes. There's speculation that when a major quake is preceded by a series of smaller tremblers, animals know that. Or that they can tell from the smell of escaping gases or the sounds of a quake what is happening.
There's also a theory that when rocks move in an earthquake, it changes the direction of magnetic fields in an area. Many migrating animals have a built-in compass in their heads composed of the mineral magnetite, which helps them navigate, and this could be thrown off if the magnetic fields change.
That's a complicated theory. The only thing we know is that pet birds will thrash around their cage, become distressed, hang on the side of the cage and in general react when there is an earthquake. There are many more small earthquakes that are not felt by humans than there are the newsworthy large quakes. Next time your pet birds are skittish, you can check out all earthquakes recorded at the U.S. Geological Survey Earthquake Hazards Program
Reaction to an earthquake that you cannot feel is one reason cockatiels may thrash around their cage. Cockatiels in particular don't need much of a reason for this behavior to happen. They have episodes of night thrashing for no apparent reason.
When your cockatiel has a night fright, turn on a light. Cockatiels don't see well in the dark and need light to be able to return to their perch. Look over your pet birds to make sure they're safe. There's a danger of breaking blood feathers or getting a wing caught in cage bars when cockatiels thrash around their cage. When your cockatiels no longer look startled (crest straight up and body feathers tight on their sides) and have returned to their perches you can cover them back up and turn off the light. Leave a night light on near the cage to prevent some night frights and thrashing.
Tips To Help Prevent Night Frights & Thrashing
1) If you cover the cage, use a light cover, or leave a little space at the bottom of the cage uncovered so your pet bird can see out.
2) A useful way to prevent night frights thrashing is to have a light or night light on near the cage at after dark. Many night lights come on automatically when it's dark, and a regular lamp can be put on a timer to turn on in the evenings.
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Bearded Dragon Feeding
From June 16th thru September 23rd 2007 the Exploreum is experiencing a reptile invasion. One of our newest visitors is a Bearded Dragon, yet to named, who lives in the Ciba Lab and visits with guest in the reptile exhibit. We have taken the opportunity to film this amazing animal as he excitedly feeds on a large batch of crickets. What fun it is to watch reptiles eat.
Scorpion Science
Scorpions are fascinating arachnids. We have spent over 3 months handling and caring for 2 Black Emperor Scorpions. This video shows one of them feeding on a Madagascar Hissing Cockroach. We have also managed to capture our scorpion as it appears under ultraviolet light. We hope you enjoy this gross yet fascinating footage.
Venus Flytrap Feedings
Venus flytraps are carnivores. They eat meat. These plants contain 3 trigger hairs on the roof of the trap (mouth) and 3 hairs on the bottom. When an insect or anything triggers those hairs the plant snaps shut trapping its prey. Check out the video to see this amazing natural mechanism in action. NOTE: This video does not include audio.
In an Instant: Frog Feedings
While showing the Frogs exhibit we decided to use our high speed video camera to capture frogs feeding. These videos were shot at 600 frames per second. It is amazing to watch their movements. Also watch the tongues and the eyes. NOTE: This video does not include audio.
It's a "Zoo" Out There!!!
This podcast allows students to explore five animals found in the Montgomery Zoo in Montgomery, Alabama. The photographs included show great detail about the appearance of each animal. It gives students a description of the size, color, and behaviors associated with each animal discussed. It is both student and teacher narrated and has music in the background in order to make students feel as though they are on an adventure. Let's go explore!
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Chris and Leah O'Kane got quite the surprise at their wedding recently.
Father Ray Kelly, a priest in Meath County, Ireland, told the couple ahead of their wedding ceremony that he would like to sing for them.
They agreed, not knowing that Kelly is well-known locally for his pipes.
He's performed in the US and is currently working on his 3rd album, which will coincide with his 25 years as a priest.
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Armies of the Russo-Polish War 1919-21by Adam Hook Nigel Thomas
Featuring specially commissioned full-color artwork, this engaging study explains and illustrates the armies that fought in the epic struggle for the rebirth of the independent Polish nation, in the bitter aftermath of World War I and the Russian Revolution.In 1917 Poland was recognized as a state by Russia, but the Bolshevik coup threatened this. The Polish leader Marshal Pilsudski hurried to build an army around Polish World War I veterans, and in 1918 war broke out for Poland's independence, involving the the Poles, the Red and White Russian armies, at least two different Ukrainian forces, and Allied intervention troops. The armies that fought these campaigns were extraordinarily varied in their uniforms and insignia, equipment and weapons, and when peace was signed in 1921, Poland had achieved recognized nationhood for the first time since 1794.
The German Army 1939-45 (1)by Nigel Thomas Stephen Andrew
On 1 September 1939, when Germany attacked Poland, the Wehrmacht numbered 3,180,000 men. It eventually expanded to 9,500,000, and on 8-9 May 1945, the date of its unconditional surrender on the Western and Eastern Fronts, it still numbered 7,800,000. The Blitzkrieg period, from 1 September 1939 to 25 June 1940, was 10 months of almost total triumph for the Wehrmacht, as it defeated every country, except Great Britain, that took the field against it. In this first of five volumes examining the German Army of World War II (1939-1945), Nigel Thomas examines the uniforms and insignia of Hitler's Blitzkrieg forces, including an overview of the Blitzkrieg campaign itself.
The German Army 1939-45 (4): Eastern Front 1943-45by Nigel Thomas Stephen Andrew
In early 1943 the annihilation of the 6th Army at Stalingrad marked the irreversible turning-point of the war in the East. Despite occasional local successes gained in the face of great odds - testimony to the Wehrmacht's extraordinary resilience - from now on Germany was on the defensive. Despite Hitler's damaging interference the quality of German field leadership, and of new weapons, remained high; but each new Soviet offensive pushed the front line closer to - and finally, across - the borders of the Reich. In this fourth title of their sequence author and artist describe and illustrate the developments in unit organization, uniforms and equipment during 1943-45, including information on European and Eastern volunteer units; text and illustrations are supported by detailed tables. *Men-at-Arms 311, 316, 326, 330 and 336 are also available in a single volume special edition titled 'German Army in World War II'.
The German Army in World War I (1)by Gerry Embleton Nigel Thomas
In August 1914 the mobilization of Imperial Germany's 800,000-strong army ushered in the first great war of the modern age - a war which still stands as the greatest slaughter of soldiers in history. That German Army is also the best example of a particular period of military thought, when virtually the whole manpower of the European nations was integrated into mass conscript armies, supported by several age categories of reservists and by dedicated industrial and transport systems. In this first of three volumes the author offers an extraordinary mass of information, in text and tables, illustrated by photographs and colour plates.
The German Army in World War I (3)by Ramiro Bujeiro Nigel Thomas
This third volume of a mini-series covering the German forces in World War I (1914-1918) examines the troops that fought during the climax of the war on all fronts: the last great battles of attrition in the West (Arras, Messines, 3rd Ypres - Passchendaele/Langemarck - and Cambrai, 1917) and the collapse of Russia in the East. The 'Kaiserschlacht' campaign is covered, as are the German operations in Italy, the Balkans, and in support of Turkey in the Middle East. Uniform changes during this period reflected the introduction of new tactics and weapons and new types of troops, such as tanks and assault battalions.
Germany's Eastern Front Allies (2)by Nigel Thomas Darko Pavlovic
The Baltic nations - Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania - enjoyed a brief independence between the World Wars before being annexed by the USSR in 1940 during World War II. The grim experience of Soviet occupation made it inevitable that after the German invasion of Russia in 1941 they would fight beside the Wehrmacht as allies against the Red Army while always hoping for restored independence. That hope was crushed again in 1944-45; yet 'Forest Brother' guerrillas continued to fight against hopeless odds for years after the second Soviet occupation. This extraordinary story is illustrated here with rare photos, insignia charts, tables of units and detailed uniform plates.
Hitler's Blitzkrieg Enemies 1940by Johnny Shumate Nigel Thomas
The armies of Scandinavia and the Low Countries bore the first crushing impact of Hitler's mighty Blitzkrieg war machine in Western Europe, in campaigns that astonished and terrified the world.The German Wehrmacht was millions strong, equipped with the latest guns, tanks and aircraft, and had the priceless advantage of having learned the realities of modern warfare in Poland the previous September. The defenders of Scandinavia and the Low Countries were raised from small populations, and were inadequately funded, trained, equipped and armed. Their modest numbers, inexperience, and largely indefensible borders condemned them to rapid defeat - in a few hours (Denmark), a few days (Holland), a couple of weeks (Belgium), and at most two months (Norway). For this reason they have tended to be neglected by history - in many cases, unjustly. Vastly outnumbered - and, in the case of the neutral Low Countries, with their potential French and British allies reeling under simultaneous attacks - thousands of soldiers fought heroically in the hopeless defence of their homelands against the Nazi juggernaut.Tiny Denmark had only 6,600 troops when it was invaded on 9 April 1940 by six times as many Germans with air and tank support; resistance lasted only four hours. On the same day, mountainous Norway, with 25,000 men mainly scattered in small numbers along its cliff-bound coastline, was invaded by the first elements of seven German seaborne and airborne divisions totalling 100,000 men. A British, French and Free Polish force landed to support the Norwegians, but despite the serious casualties inflicted on the German forces the country was finally forced to surrender two months later on 9 June 1940.In the mean time the massive German Operation Yellow, undertaken by 2.75 million troops backed by strong air forces, had fallen on the neutral Netherlands and Belgium (10 May), and on France (16 May). The 250,000 Netherlands troops put up unexpectedly stubborn resistance, but were ordered to surrender on 15 May after the German bombing of Rotterdam. Belgium had mobilised some 900,000 troops, and received some help from Britain and France, but the resistance faltered as Panzergruppe Von Kleist outflanked them through the supposedly impassable Ardennes; Belgium requested an armistice on 26 May, and surrendered on the 28th. Between 26 May and 4 June the survivors of the British Expeditionary Force were evacuated from Dunkirk. On 10 June the Germans crossed the Seine; the French government fled Paris on the 12th; on the 17th Marshal Pétain requested an armistice, and France finally capitulated on 22 June.Informed by the latest research and drawing upon archival records and period photography, this absorbing study explains the organization and combat performance and depicts the appearance of the armies of Denmark, Norway, the Netherlands and Belgium as they sought to counter overwhelming German forces in the fateful spring of 1940.
Hitler's Russian & Cossack Allies 1941-45by Johnny Shumate Nigel Thomas
Given the merciless way in which the war on the Eastern Front of World War II was conducted, it is difficult to imagine soldiers changing allegiance from one side to another. Yet after the German invasion of Russia in Operation Barbarossa, well over 400,000 former Soviet Citizens went on to fight for Nazi Germany in some capacity. These included not only the 'legions' recruited from non-Russian ethnic groups eager for freedom from Stalin's dictatorship, but also some 100,000 Russians and Cossacks. What began as small local security units of 'Ostruppen', enrolled for the ongoing campaigns against Soviet partisans, were later reorganized, given special systems of uniform and insignia, amalgamated into larger formations, and eventually committed to the front line. This book offers up an essential guide to the appearance, formation and equipment of the myriad Russian and Soviet units that fought for the Germans. It uses rare photographs and revealing color illustrations to create a peerless visual reference to the troops who switched from one ruthless superpower to another and met with a horrific fate when the fighting was over.
The Royal Hungarian Army in World War IIby Nigel Thomas Darko Pavlovic
The Royal Hungarian Army was Germany's largest ally on the Eastern Front during World War II (1939-1945), providing a vital contribution in terms of both men and equipment. Information about the Hungarian Army in English is rare, and in this book co-authors Nigel Thomas and Hungarian expert Laszlo Szabo fill in the gaps about an important German ally.Deployed in Ukraine at the beginning of the war, the Hungarian Army were involved in a number of brutal encounters with the Red Army, including stubborn resistance in Transylvania in the summer of 1944 and the brave defence of Budapest in the face of overwhelming odds. The Hungarian Army was a varied and colorful force, ranging from mountain troops and tank units to horse cavalry and specialist infantry. All of these are illustrated in full color artwork, and the text is full of details about the Hungarian Army's own, quite distinct uniforms and insignia as well as many of its own weapons and tanks. With so little of this information readily available outside of Hungary, this is an essential starter resource for war gamers, modelers, re-enactors and military historians.
Wehrmacht Auxiliary Forcesby Nigel Thomas Simon Mccouaig
Though the 'Wehrmachtsgefolge' (Armed Forces Auxiliaries) were generally inferior to their armed forces equivalents, their contribution to the German war-effort was far from negligible. Auxiliaries including the NSKK, Transportkorps Speer, Reichsarbeitsdienst and Organization Todt supported the Wehrmacht in their duties. In 1944, the strength of these organizations peaked at 3,800,000-40% of the size of the armed forces. As they became increasingly aware of their importance, the Auxiliaries introduced uniform and insignia modifications which made them virtually indistinguishable from their comrades in the armed forces. This book examines the organization, uniforms and history of the various Wehrmacht auxiliary forces of World War II.
World War II Soviet Armed Forces (1)by Nigel Thomas Darko Pavlovic
This title presents a detailed analysis of the Soviet Army at the outbreak of World War II (1939-1945), including the Red Army's campaigns against Japan on the Manchurian plains as well as in Finland. It also covers the Red Army's first operations during Operation Barbarossa when the Red Army was forced to defend Mother Russia against the German onslaught. With a breakdown of all the armed forces including the army, air force, paratroopers, navy and NKVD troops, author Nigel Thomas gives special attention to the evolution of uniforms, equipment and insignia with the introduction of new regulations in 1935 and 1940.
The Yugoslav Wars (2)by Nigel Thomas Darko Pavlovic K. Mikulan
Osprey's examination of Bosnia, Kosovo and Macedonia's involvement in the Yugoslav Wars (1991-1995), as well as their involvement in the conflicts of the years that followed. Following the death of the Yugoslavian strongman President Tito in 1980, the several semi-autonomous republics and provinces that he had welded into a nation in 1945 moved inexorably towards separation. As the world watched a series of wars ripped through this modern European state. In this second of two volumes, experts on the Balkan region give an unprecedented, clear and concise explanation of the armies of the the Bosnian Civil War 1992-5 as well as the conflicts in Kosovo and Macedonia. This includes the regular and militia forces which fought in these campaigns and which ultimately resulted in the UN/NATO policing of the region that continues to this day. The book is illustrated with rare photos and an extraordinary range of colour uniform plates.
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McKinney, Clouser Lead Mens Golf on Day 2 at Vandy
FRANKLIN, Tenn. -- McCormick Clouser and Keegan McKinney led the Ball State men's golf team Saturday with rounds of 5-over par 76 on the second day of the Mason Rudolph Championship.
The Cardinals dropped into a tie for 11th place after a round of 309 as a team that brought their 36-hole total to 604 (+36) at the Vanderbilt Legends Club.
Tournament host Vanderbilt, the nation's 14th-ranked team, climbed into first place with an even-par round of 284. With a two-round score of 573 (+5), the Commodores will enter Sunday with a two-stroke advantage on round-one leader Alabama, the No.1 team in the country.
Florida State's Jack Maguire climbed to the top of the individual leaderboard with the low round of the tournament, a 66, to get to 5-under. He leads by one shot over Georgia Southern's Charlie Martin and Vanderbilt's Hunter Stewart.
Clouser leads Ball State individually in a tie for 26th at 147 (+5), while McKinney is tied for 36th at 149 (+7) in the field of 78 golfers.
Ball State's other counting scores Saturday were a 77 from Zach Yinger and an 80 from Tyler Merkel. James Blackwell finished with an 81 for the day. Merkel owns a two-round total of 153 (+11), while Yinger and Blackwell are both at 159 (+17).
This weekend's 14-team tournament features three of the top 15 teams in the country and 10 of the top 80 in the Golfstat rankings.
The third and final round is scheduled for Sunday at 8 a.m. CT (9 a.m. ET). Ball State will be grouped with 12th-ranked Florida State and Rice. Live scoring is available at golfstat.com.
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HONOLULU - For a second straight game, the University of Hawaii men's basketball team surrendered a second-half on the way to a loss Thursday, falling 74-70 to Louisiana Tech at the Stan Sheriff Center.
The Rainbow Warriors (10-8, 2-2 Western Athletic Conference) trailed 38-34 at halftime, but twice went in front in the second half - the final time at 56-55 on Shaquille Stokes' 3-pointer with 8 minutes, 31 seconds left before the Bulldogs (9-10, 1-3) went on a 10-4 run.
Joston Thomas scored 22 points for UH, which led by seven with less than five minutes left in a 77-74 loss to Nevada on Saturday. Vander Joaquim had 11 points and blocked three shots Thursday, but committed six turnovers. Stokes finished with 10 points.
Louisiana Tech's Raheem Appleby scored 28 points.
Hawaii's next game is on Saturday, at home against New Mexico State.


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What materials did you use? Various cottons / mixed prints and plains. I made extra small blocks to make this quit bigger. I did draft both kinds of the economy square for this one and one each of the others. then added more joining blocks here and there. It went together easily.
Wow! The color selection really pops and makes this quilt just strikingly beautiful! I like this one, too! Can't decide which is my favorite so I will choose to just love them both!. congrats on the great job, Heather.
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Very striking! Love both sides. Nice work Heather. You have much to be proud of in both your quilts. :D
Very nice. Wouldn't have thought to put those colors together.
When the February block had 6 different fabrics, I lined them up and chose a sequence that looked good and stuck with that color scheme through out..
Very nice. I like how you stuck with a limited color pallet the quilt really works well. Good job.


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Beat the Winter Blues at the Clifton Inn, Charlottesville, Virginia
From tragedy to renaissance. The historic Clifton Inn, one of only 44 prestigious Relais and Chateaux properties in the United States, has re-emerged in all its glory after a devastating fire two years ago that killed two guests. The tragedy and heartache of that event-- and the lawsuits and settlements that followed—no longer linger over the historic 1799 property, built by Thomas Mann Randolph, the son-in-law of Thomas Jefferson and once governor of Virginia. Renovations are remarkable. Rooms in the main house are beautifully furnished with antiques, equipped with up-to-the-minute technology, and state-of-the-art bathrooms feature Waterworks fixtures and spa jet showers. Views from the newly renovated main house overlook Monticello Mountain, the pool's cascading waterfalls, the beautifully sloping lawns and flowering gardens. The garden rooms, reminiscent of a private cottage, feature exposed ceiling beams and more unique antiques.
Take advantage of this special offer, designed to beat the winter blues. From now until March 31, these luxurious accommodations-- with breakfast and daily afternoon tea included-- are only $225 a night. Valid Sunday-Thursday.
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Discovering God's Will: How to Know When You Are Heading in the Right Directionby Andy Stanley Reggie Joiner
God has a personal vision for our lives, and He wants us to know it even more than we do. But determining God's will can be a difficult process, especially when we need to make a decision in a hurry. The Discovering God's Will and its companion study guide, designed for small groups or personal study, take you through the important steps of decision making, pursuing God's will, seeking counsel from others, learning to use discernment, and understanding the mind of God through Scripture as you seek His will. The DVD includes 4 complete sermons and eight 12- to 15-minute group sessions that correspond with the study guide. The study guide, which includes a leader's guide, will help outline the amazing plan God has in mind for your life. How to Make Decisions with Confidence. God has a wonderful and fulfilling plan for your life. Yet determining God's will can be a difficult process, especially when you need to make a decision quickly! Discovering God's Will takes you through the important steps of decision making as you begin to discover the personal vision God has for you. This four-part series includes the following messages: Part 1: The Adventure Begins; Part 2: Asking for Directions; Part 3: Unfolding the Map; Part 4: Checking the Compass. In addition to the original series messages, this book is enhanced with curriculum study sessions that can be used for small group or individual study.
Parental Guidance Required Study Guideby Andy Stanley Reggie Joiner
As parents, we need to do everything we can to enhance our children's relationship with us, to influence their relationships with those outside the home, and most importantly, to advance their relationship with God. Designed for use in personal study or in small groups, The Parental Guidance Required DVD and study guide are practical resources that will help parents to ask themselves the important questions: Am I economizing my time with my child, or am I investing in my child by carefully developing the quality of our relationship over the long haul? Am I striving to control the influence that friends have in my child's life? Am I nurturing a healthy, eternal perspective that will help my child to weather the inevitable storms of life? DVD include 4 complete sermons and six group sessions that correspond to the companion study guide.Influencing Your Child's Future Of all the assignments God will give you during your time on earth, none may be more sacred than the task of raising your children. Parental Guidance Required Study Guide is designed to give you the counsel you need to help prepare your children for the future. Intended for use in personal study or in small groups, this six-session companion study guide to the Parental Guidance Required DVD is a practical resource that will encourage you to look at the relationships in your children's lives and ask the important questions: Am I developing a quality relationship with my child that will go the distance? Am I striving to control the influence that friends have in my child's life? Am I nurturing a healthy eternal perspective that will help my child to weather the storms of life? Asking the right questions is the key to helping you assess your family needs and ensure that the influence you have is one that will last a lifetime. Story Behind the BookIn an effort to focus Multnomah's mission to equip the church and to make the "bride" more beautiful, the company developed a relationship with Andy Stanley and North Point Community Church to publish a selection of the church's resources and distribute them to a broader market. North Point is one of the most influential churches in the nation, and their teaching is already highly sought after. They have a voice for the 20- to 30-something generation. Reaching the church is a strategic goal of Multnomah, and we realize that the emerging generation needs resources that deliver truth in fresh, new ways. Andy's leadership will keep North Point on the edge for a long time to come.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Parenting Beyond Your Capacityby Reggie Joiner Carey Nieuwhof
When parents work in tandem with the faith community to raise their children, they increase their parenting capacity exponentially.Most parents have so many demands on their time that they can't be the kind of parent they desire to be. They need to know the Orange Factor: Two combined influences will make a greater impact on kids than just two influences. And it's true. Parents who partner with the faith community are the best way to bring the next generation into the family of God-and keep them there.
Seven Practices of Effective Ministryby Andy Stanley Lane Jones Reggie Joiner
There's no scoreboard in the sanctuary, and the only plate is probably for the offering. But every church leader needs to know how to win, and every congregation needs to know when to cheer. This insightful book speaks to every church leader who yearns for a simpler, more effective approach to ministry. An engaging parable about one overwhelmed pastor is followed by an overview of seven successful team practices, each one developed and applied in a ministry setting. Reinforced by relevant discussion questions, these clear, easy, and strategic practices can turn any ministry into a winning team. Your ministry is perfectly designed to produce the results you are currently experiencing. If you are satisfied with those results, you don't need this book. If not, it's time for a change. Like your own personal trainer,7 Practices of Effective Ministryis an insightful guide for any leader who yearns for a simpler, more effective approach to ministry. Here are seven strategic principles that when put into play will bring focus and clarity to everything you do and turn your ministry into a winning team. "For many years, I practiced and taught church growth. What I have witnessed as a member at North Point takes church growth to a whole new level. Andy and his team communicate principles that will add value to you and the church you love. " John C. Maxwell, founder, The INJOY Group "Every professional athlete recognizes the value of solid coaching. The best are always working to get better. From what I've seen at North Point, these seven practices can improve the game of any church in America. " John Smoltz, Cy Young Award-winning pitcher "The practices covered in this book are down-to-earth, practical, and come from real difference-makers who know what church leadership is all about. Andy, Reggie, and Lane have definitely hit the ball out of the park withthe7 Practices of Effective Ministry. " Ed Young, Jr. , senior pastor, Fellowship Church Story Behind the Book Looking for ways to help pastors faced with hectic lives and depleted resources, Andy Stanley, Reggie Joiner, and Lane Jones decided to write a parable about the complicated life of a local pastor. Rather than come straight at those in ministry with formulas and lists, they engage readers in an effort to have them identify with the character.
The Slow Fadeby Abbie Smith Reggie Joiner Chuck Bomar
Many churches and families have programmed a youth ministry finish line at twelfth grade. They walk their seniors out the door, breathe a sigh of relief, and let them disappear for a few years. There is an assumption they'll return to church later, as adults with young families. Many never come back. They become less and less involved in church and faith and, eventually, absent altogether--they slowly fade away. Facing critical decisions that affect the rest of their lives, college-aged people need a faith community more than ever.A senior pastor, a college pastor, and a twenty-something rethink one-on-one mentorship as the way to end the slow fade. They offer insights and suggestions that will help anyone get started fighting the fade.
Think Orangeby Reggie Joiner
Founder of the Orange Conference, Reggie Joiner looks at what would happen if the church and families combined their efforts to create a revolutionary strategy to affect the lives of children.Families and churches are each working hard to build faith in kids, but imagine the potential results when the two environments synchronize, maximizing their individual efforts. What can the church do to empower the family? How can the family emphasize the work of the church? They can Think Orange. Former family ministry director Reggie Joiner looks at what would happen if churches and families decided they could no longer do business as usual, but instead combined their efforts and began to work off the same page for the sake of the kids. Think Orange shows church leaders how to make radical changes so they can:* Engage parents in an integrated strategy* Synchronize the home and church around a clear message* Provoke parents and kids to fight for their relationships with each other* Recruit mentors to become partners with the family* Mobilize the next generation to be the churchWith a transparent, authentic approach that gives every family and church hope for being more effective in their common mission, Think Orange rethinks the approach to children's, youth, and family ministry.
Think Orange: Imagine The Impact When Church And Family Collide...by Reggie Joiner
Founder of the Orange Conference, Reggie Joiner looks at what would happen if the church and families combined their efforts to create a revolutionary strategy to affect the lives of children.
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Rampage did it , and by TKO
I have bee folloeing MMA a long time and Know most fighters I knew QJ could get him, he has the heart, the will and the skills, plus he is a funny MF! There are others too that could have "broke" the ICE, but they wanted to prove to everybody they could stand with Chuck, and played right into his knockout power, Difference with my man "Rampage" is he's got those really nice high elbow blocks for chuck its a defense against such flurry's, its not impenetrable, but very effective against strikers like CL, I like Chuck but he oviously isnt my man, He is an assome fighter, but just not my cup of Tea, now QJ is not my favorite either, but he's one of my top 10, My favorite for a while now has been Gilbert " The Hurricane" Yvel, He is a world wind, Check him out on Sherdog.com, and LIMEWIRE.com for fights.... he fought in PRIDE, that dude is off the Chain, no punn intended Mr. Jackson, I just love to watch him go when he is in the Zone, I think he is surely one of the BEST, and in my mind....there is none better when he is Zoning, He reminds me of myself ofcourse thats why i like him so much....Flying Knees, Roundhouses, and elbows is what he knows well!
Unfortunately eye missed the last fight between him and CL, but i am short glad i missed it as Chuck won! i would Love for GY to come to the UFC, and cash in just like QJ just did tonite, My other fav fighter is GSP,I dont like MS too much, but GCP will be back 4 sure, I would Love with a capital "L" to see him in a rematch against serra, so he can make matt eat his works...quote " I feel sorry for his next opponent" That would be awesome! I used to like his boy DL the "CROW" but he has been in some slump, and let me down.....another great fighter, Wanderli Silva, I think he is a sick F#%K and not my flavor either, but WOW... would love to see him fight in the UFC too! I know there are many great fighter and you gotta give it to all of them for doin it like they do.....What could be next for the World of fighting? to what level will we take it, will there one day be violence to the level of death, that being the Utlimate loss by an opponentor maybe allowing weapons one day like Gladiator? or maybe it will evolve to Man vs. Beast??? or Animal vs. Animal???.......these are my thoughts :sarcastic07:
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DURHAM, N.C. - On our drive from suburb to city, from Anglo culture to Hispanic, my wife and I mused about our next automobile purchase.
Is it time to let our well-used vehicles go and venture into something newer that requires less maintenance? Time for me to go from fun-to-drive sports car to road-worthy sedan?
At La Super, a Mexican restaurant owned by two immigrants to whom my wife is teaching English, we stood in line behind five Hispanic workmen. Nearby sat three Hispanic families. A toddler happily ate frijoles (beans), without any complaining about "yucky vegetables."
Tables and chairs were plain, decor minimal, menu written on a board, and the food excellent.
On the drive home, our car-buying discussion seemed less important. So did living in suburban isolation.
It felt right to be anticipating a family evening of plain food and a movie in our plain downtown.
North Carolina is a prime destination for immigrants: many Hispanics, both documented and undocumented, as well as many Asians.
Our area abounds in restaurants and markets featuring food from afar, classes teaching English as a second language, and venues from house-building crews to graduate school programs where English is only one of many languages spoken.
Schools routinely bring in translators for announcements and parent-teacher conferences. Churches offer worship in multiple languages. Agencies, employers and landlords assume a need for Spanish-language capability.
Some immigrants are here temporarily, to receive education or to save enough for a house purchase back home.
Most, as far as I can tell, are here to stay. They seek permanent jobs, to establish businesses, buy houses, support their kids in schools and prepare for citizenship.
This is an old story in America, of course, for we are a nation of immigrants, a fact that many try to forget. It's the first time, however, that I have lived in the middle of an influx.
I find it inspiring - a reminder of the best that our nation is about, namely freedom and opportunity. Many have sacrificed everything to come here.
I suspect that even those who bring sectarian hatred with them will yield to these higher ideals.
I find it chastening - a glimpse of a family-first orientation and simple pleasures that our noisy commercial culture tries to vanquish, as well as a glimpse of a future gained through hard work, not entitlement, and a citizenship that is valued, not taken for granted.
I find it interesting - not just the savory foods, but the varieties of languages, skin colors, customs, dreams, even ways of smiling and conversing.
From worship to shopping, everything feels different when its language is foreign to my ears.
And I find it hopeful.
This is a strange time for America in the world.
Much of what the world sees in us is violence, greed, arrogant politicians, shabby values, an obsession with passive pursuits like entertainment and celebrity-watching, and a bizarre Third World-like economy in which a few earn millions by managing other people's money, while the many struggle in a system rigged against them.
Immigrants remind me that there is more happening in America than 27-year-old stock traders buying $875,000 co-ops in Manhattan and feeling smug about it, or jingoistic politicians turning fear into votes.
As the privileged become soft and petulant, immigrants and those still close to their immigrant roots work hard, take risks, run toward danger in emergencies, help each other assimilate, send money back home, attend school events, and consider it fulfilling to take walks with their families.
Immigrants keep us honest.
Tom Ehrich is a writer, consultant and leader of workshops. His book, "Just Wondering, Jesus: 100 Questions People Want to Ask," was published by Morehouse Publishing. An Episcopal priest, he lives in Durham, N.C. His Web site is www.onajourney.org.
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Next Tuesday, May 14, is the official release of The Grilling Book, our ultimate outdoor dining and entertaining companion. All week long we're showcasing the work of talented bloggers who've been cooking from advance copies of the book. Today, The Year in Food's Kimberley Hasselbrink tackles Grill-Roasted Chicken with Lemons, Artichokes, and Eggplant.
- The prized Sicilian salmoriglio, made with lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil, enhances slowly grill-roasted whole chickens.
- Marinate the chickens in salmoriglio for at least 1 hour and up to 1 day.
- Roast the chicken over indirect heat for just under an hour and a half.
- The finished bird: Grill-Roasted Chicken with Lemons, Artichokes, and Eggplant
(Credit: Kimberly Hasselbrink)
My father has always been the person in our family tasked with the grilling of a whole bird. It's a ritual every year at Thanksgiving. And while a whole chicken on the grill is less daunting than a whole turkey, it's still a little out of my comfort zone. Which is funny, because roasting chicken is very much in my comfort zone.
But that's because I always forget–until I am at the grill awkwardly stacking a pile of expensive hardwood briquets–that I am not as adept at grilling as I'd like to believe. I never remember how to properly light the unwieldy charcoal chimney, or how long the charcoal takes to ready, or how to adjust the temperature.
This book covered all those bases. I was instructed in the nuances of building a fire properly, maintaining its heat, and properly attending to the chicken on the grill. Chicken is so easily over- or under-cooked, especially on a barbecue where the temperature is harder to regulate, and the timing here was perfect. I appreciated these details.
The vegetables were very much in a supporting role; you could take them away and still have a fine, succulent bird that holds up on its own. But the smoky, charred flavor of the eggplant reminded me of the fact that everything is better cooked over fire. Squeezing the grilled lemon over the dish before serving is essential–it brightened everything. And if you can't find baby artichokes at the market, as I couldn't, just use full-size ones and remove the tops and choke after boiling them.
I questioned the value of making two birds at once, but after seeing the chicken almost completely devoured by four ladies in one sitting, I absolutely understand why this recipe calls for two. It's that fire-and-food thing; it makes us animals. And if you have eight hungry folks waiting for that chicken, one is never enough. —Kimberley Hasselbrink
Kimbery Hasselbrink is a photographer and food blogger based in San Francisco, currently at work on her first cookbook with Ten Speed, Vibrant. Her website, The Year in Food, has been featured on Saveur's Sites We Love, Refinery29, Food52 News, The Kitchn's Breakfast With a Blogger, Babble's Family Kitchen, Food News Journal, and Gourmet Live.
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quote: Fox New's propaganda techniques, especially given that Fox News now has the propaganda power to kill any conservative candidate that doesn't toe THEIR party line. It's pretty scary shit.
quote: I invariably find the best way to suppress illogical hysteria is with the actual facts . . . rather than by telling an equally large lie in the opposite direction.


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RAVENNA, MI -- Snocross veteran Zach Pattyn of Ravenna was so sick with the flu in January that he eventually pulled out of the annual Winter X Games XVII.
The tragic news that came out of the games, which were held in Aspen, Colo., hardly made him feel any better. Popular snowmobile freestyler Caleb Moore, of Texas, was injured while competing on Jan. 24, and he eventually died from those wounds last week.
Zach Pattyn, 24, and his brother, Nick Pattyn, 19, both race snowmobiles nationally for their father, Ron Pattyn, and they will be returning to action Friday and Saturday in Traverse City.
Keep in mind that the Pattyns will be racing snocross this weekend, while Moore was killed in freestyle, and the sanctioning body for these upcoming races has canceled all freestyle segments for the remainder of the season.
While Moore's death is a sobering reminder of the dangers in motorsports, Zach Pattyn said it does not discourage his family from moving forward in racing.
"I didn't know Caleb much personally, but my dad sponsored him at the X Games," said Zach Pattyn, whose father owns Stud Boy. "Caleb seemed like a good guy and I don't think he would want everyone to stop because of his accident. You do feel bad for the whole Moore family. But I think he would want it to go on."
Nick Pattyn said racers are so locked in once the races begin that they don't have time for fear.
"Once you get the adrenaline going, your instincts take over," Nick Pattyn said. "You are so focused you don't have time to think about anything else. I don't think about it when I'm on the track."
The Pattyns will be competing in Friday and Saturday's U.S. 27 Motorsports Snocross National at Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel near Traverse City. The AMSOIL Championship Snocross Series has raced at the Pontiac Silverdome in recent years before the event was moved to Traverse City this season. It is the fifth stop on the circuit's eight-event national schedule.
Ron Pattyn's business produces traction products for snowmobiles, so his three sons, including Jake Pattyn, 11, have been around the sport most of their lives. Ron Pattyn said while he considers the sport safe, he added that it doesn't stop him from worrying.
"In all honesty, everybody wants their children to go through life happy, and we say a prayer before every race," Ron Pattyn said. "They are smart, well-coached. We try to teach them the right way to do things. But you can't help but worry. It's a lot harder on the parents than the kids. We watch from the sidelines, and it is definitely hard to watch at times.
"But it is pretty darn safe. We did a lot of trail riding with the boys when we were younger, and this is safer. When you put it in perspective, all the racers are going around the track in the same direction, no one is out there drinking, ambulances are sitting there and you are usually relatively close to a hospital. The likelihood is that you have less chance to get hurt on the race track than on a trail."
Zach Pattyn enters this weekend's action ranked 16th in the Pro Open class point standings, which is where he finished in points a year ago. While the venue is new, he said he is hoping Traverse City will give him a little home ice advantage since the races are the closest on the schedule for him and his family.
"It's a nice close drive for us, and we are hoping to get a lot of people to come out and watch," Zach Pattyn said. "We have been struggling with sled problems, but I think we finally got them figured out. Last few races, we have been coming around."
Opening ceremonies begin at 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Tickets are available in advance online at www.turtlecreekcasino.com and www.isocracing.com.
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