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There are several strategies and programs they have implemented from "experience trips" to "No Excuses University."
"College bound starts when they come into kindergarten," said Cunningham when explaining that it seems hard to imagine for most people.
She went on to comment that the beginning of their school careers is imperative though.
"In Kindergarten, it's important the courses they take," Cunningham said. "The better their elementary and junior high experiences are, the better the preparation and the better their experiences are, they are more likely to be ready to take on those college entrance exams and be somebody that the colleges are looking for."
And beginnings are also taken seriously for the teachers who start their careers at Taft ISD.
"We took all of our new teachers on a bus tour around Taft a few weeks ago to help them see where everybody lives; to help them have a better understanding of where these kids are coming from." Cunningham said.
Cunningham spoke on the incredibly sad truth about the lower attendance rates during winter months, due to a lack of clothing for example. "It all starts with awareness," Cunningham said. "Knowing your kids and knowing what they are dealing with, understanding their background."
One of the initiatives used is the three experience trips. This is the strategy used by the school to help the student in taking part of a career-type of day — but one that is very hands-on and approachable as well as educational.
Cunningham mentioned that they too take bus tours to check out the neighborhoods, and then they might go to a museum for example. That way, they can witness what museum employees do and what goes into their jobs. Each student goes on three experience trips per year at every grade level.
A great program that was implemented is the dual-credit program, run by the college career advisor Roxanne Aguirre, which has made a lasting impression.
"I'm excited. I worked at a collegiate level for many years," Aguirre said. "Working at this level is very personal for me. Every time a student walks across the stage, I walk with them."
Due to unforeseen circumstances, she didn't get to walk across the stage, although she did graduate at both the bachelor and master's level. "There is no excuse for them to become a model citizen," Aguirre said. "I came from a family that was not wealthy, and I always said I would return what was done for me; to go to college and be debt free, and I want to help other students do the same."
The new sophomore class of 2014 will have the opportunity to take enough dual-credit classes to graduate with an associate's degree. Regarding the students who wish to take advantage of all of those classes being offered, Cunningham reminds them, "That means there is a huge incentive to finish it (bachelor's degree)."
The readiness for classes has already been implemented as they found a way through local funds and the IMA money to offer a laptop to every dual credit student. "That's part of how we structure things. We think what would we want for our kids and we do it," Cunningham said with a smile.
And what's more is that the student can keep the laptop for a $1 if they graduate, as a "congratulations gift" from Taft ISD.
There are currently 115 students taking dual credit courses, (there was only 17 students 2 years ago) and are starting their dual-credit classes already. The deadline for Apply Texas (a financial document for college) is Dec. 1. Aguirre explained that 100 percent of the dual-credit students applied by Oct. 23 last year. The goal this year is Oct. 17.
Taft ISD has also been recognized by Governor Rick Perry at National Signing Day (the day high school kids go to college campuses to check them out) for having 100 percent of students accepted as part of No Excuses University.
This university doesn't usually take all three campuses of a district, but Taft was considered special.
"It was really good," Cunningham said of National Signing Day. "We had lots of positive feedback."
Another initiative is through the power of symbolism as taught from No Excuses University. Through No Excuses University, teachers and administration will go through trainings, organizing powerful symbolism committees, such as messages of, "It's not 'if' but 'when.'"
She explained that the program is about fast-forwarding conversations with parents, for instance, about how to pay for college, etc. Other small messages are taught through initiatives, such as having kindergartners write to college students and "encourage them to stay there," Cunningham said.
"It's a small town culture with rural poverty and it's hard to assimilate," Cunningham said. "It's important to get messages from members of your home town."
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The Pop Tab program is beneficial not only to the RMHC, but also in teaching children about volunteering.
The Pop Tab program assist with the cost of housing families with seriously ill or injured children that have to travel far distances to receive the necessary treatment.
Three Rivers resident Esperanza Guzman, is one of the families the Corpus Christi location has assisted over the years. Esperanza stated, "If it was not for the Ronald McDonald House, I would not have seen my daughter Jozlynn for the two months she was in the hospital after her birth, three months premature."
The Pop Tab program is a simple and easy way to get children involved in philanthropy at an early age. The program also teaches recycling as well as fund raising.
Many wonder why just the tabs and not the entire can. The tabs are more hygienic, than the cans and easier to collect and store. RMHC in Corpus Christi has collection houses available to anyone interested in getting involved.
Librarian Debbie Ramirez began collecting the tabs on her own in October 2012, slowly the students began to add more weekly. As a reward she would take a photo of the students and hang them in the library. Word quickly began to spread through the campus newsletters. The school has collected a 35 gallon barrel of tabs.
Mrs. Ramirez invites anyone in the community wanting to participate to send the tabs with the students by May 15.
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Tommy Lasorda (2) days till Dodgers Opening Day at Petco Park
Tommy Lasorda (2) days till Dodgers Opening Day at Petco Park!
One of the topics last month for our monthly company meeting in the cafeteria was talking about the company 2012 season tickets. They started with:
Our Meeting with Tommy
First we told Tommy we wanted free tickets
Finally we sent our chief negotiator and got them down to $$
They were only looking for pictures of Tommy but the guy doing that part of the presentation was surprised to find a picture of Tommy with me. He decided to use it. There are about 500 employees here so I had a few stop me asking me "So you know Tommy?" lol.
Charlie Dressen (7) days till Dodgers Opening Day at Dodger Stadium.
Charlie Dressen was a Brooklyn Dodgers coach from 1939 – 1946. He took over as manager in 1951. After leading the Dodgers to a World Sereis in 1952 and 1953 -but losing both times to the Yankees, he demanded a three-year contract from team principals Walter O'Malley and buzzie Bavasi. Instead, O'Malley fired him and replaced with Walter Alson, a man who would go on to manager the club for more than two decades, always on a one-year contract.
Freeway Series.
Is the Freeway Series with the Anaheim Angels. Dodgers lost the first game last night at Anaheim by the score of 12-3. Ugh.
I am going to tonight's game but I can't get there for batting practice. Kristen of http://blithescribe.mlblogs.com/ will be there. I'll will try to go see her after I say hi to a lot of people at the stadium. I am excited to see Our Lady of Chavez Ravine again.
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LOL Jeff. That is funny! Yes, I had a great time at the game.
I watched the game from the field level and did no want to miss anything so I did not not go up to see Kristen. The lines for food were also too long. Maybe next time I'll see Kristen. Hopefully she will also go to one of the Baseball Reliquary events. There is a great one coming up in May at the Arcadia library which is close to both of us.


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Hi there! I'm new to these boards, but I am SO GLAD I found them! Allen is my little boy and he'll be three weeks old tomorrow.
He had a rough start into the world - my plan for a natural birth at a birth center was derailed with back labor and failure to progress and ended with a c-section plus him spending 2 days in special care nursery. Breastfeeding while he was in SCN was almost impossible but we tried. He came home on day 3 and was hungry - but I had no milk. After a minor meltdown, we regrouped and on day 4 we were back to exclusive breastfeeding.
So far, so good. He latches well and I have no soreness or pain. We have lots of wet and messy diapers so I'm sure he's getting enough. But what is up with cluster feeding in the middle of the night? He nurses CONSTANTLY from about 10pm to 1 or 2am. And I mean constantly - he only wants to be at the breast.
What I'm trying to figure out now is, is he just using me for comfort? Should I be teaching him some other way to self-soothe? Is he too young for that? WILL THIS END?
At first he nurses, then he falls asleep latched on. I can't tell if he's still nursing or just comfort sucking. Once he pops off, he's asleep. As soon as he's in his crib and I hit the pillow - he's up again! And he's rooting! So, back to the rocking chair again to nurse.
I've tried just sitting with him or rocking/swaying with him but he doens't fall asleep unless he's at the breast. Should I be letting him fall asleep like that? Will he learn to only fall asleep sucking?
I'm thinking there aren't any real answers to this. I think time will work it out - eventually. He's a big boy - born 9lb 14oz, came home 9lb 2oz, and last Wed he was 10 lb. Hopefully after his 3 week growth spurt he'll even out some. I just need reassurance that it will end!


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Demand and demand: Customers to have a say in store's inventoryBy Eric Blaisdell
STAFF WRITER | June 24,2013NORTHFIELD The Falls General Store in Northfield will be a place created, in part, by the people.
The store, which is under renovation, was purchased by Norma Rooney and her business partner in 2010. Rooney has been living part-time on Cox Brook Road for 16 years and said she would drive by the store all the time and imagine what it could be. She said she wanted to have a place where people can come and have community, be able to go in and have a cup of coffee or a bagel and sit down and talk with their neighbors.
After Rooney bought the building, which was constructed in 1892, she found out it needed serious structural repairs as it was caving in on itself. The first phase of the renovations involved shoring up the structural integrity with repairs such as putting in steel beams in the attic and adding more support columns. All of the plumbing, septic and electrical work had to be replaced as well.
Basically, we rebuilt the building without taking it down, she said.
Rooney said had the building fallen in on itself or been demolished out of fear of caving in, it would have been very sad for the community. It just seems like every town needs a general store, she said.
According to the Northfield Historical Society, the building had been a post office and country store that delivered grain and its ownership has changed hands many times since then.
Rooney said the goal is to make the store looks as close to what it looked like back in the 1800s.
We did as best as we could to maintain the look and feel of the building, but making it a little bit more sustainable by using materials that would not deteriorate as quickly as clapboard and wood, Rooney said.
The outside of the store has been replaced by composite materials and concrete to help keep the building as maintenance-free as possible, as well as energy efficient. The inside of the store will also be energy efficient with LED lighting and automatic toilets and sinks in the bathrooms.
Rooney said construction should be completed by August and she hopes to have the store open this fall. The store will offer catering services, a bakery, and hot food for breakfast, lunch and dinner, we well as a yoga studio upstairs as Rooney said she is a certified yoga instructor.
Some of the other services were ideas that came straight from the public.
Rooney said when they started in on the renovations, a sign was put on the outside of the building asking residents what they wanted the store to offer and to email their suggestions. Based on those submissions, Rooney said the store will offer an espresso bar, a juice bar and other greener options.
People were asking for organic foods and fresh fruits and produce. They were asking for creemees and chocolate. All these little things we tried to incorporate into our original plan, she said, adding all of the services wont be available immediately, but will be gradually worked into the store.
Rooney said the publics response to the renovations has been tremendous. She said people are constantly asking when the store is going to open and thanking her for investing in the store and, in turn, the town.
The whole town is excited, she said.
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The Polyphony Foundation is an organization that believes that music has a unique power to transcend cultural and social boundaries, educating both performer and audience in the art of listening and communicating. Polyphony was founded in 2011 by the Coguts, Nabeel Abboud-Ashkar, and award-winning singer, songwriter, actress, producer and activist Cher. This was the orchestra's second U.S. tour and its first since being awarded the Yoko Ono Lennon Courage Award for the Arts in February at a ceremony at MOMA. Greenwich was the orchestra's first stop on the tour that heads to Manhattan, the Hamptons and Aspen. polyphonyfoundation.org


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Oregon, Washington, Vancouver B.C., Wisconsin, Illinois, Arizona, California, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, New York, Maryland, DC, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Colorado, and Texas.
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A century-old bronze statue of President William McKinley is making waves in some circles in the native Hawaiian community.
"What you have depicted on that scroll in his right hand, is not correct," said Keanu Sai, a lecturer at Windward Community College.
McKinley is holding a treaty of annexation. But Sai says that's historically inaccurate.
Others call the the statue inappropriate, and a fraud.
Sai, who has a PhD. in political science, points to two failed attempts to pass a treaty of annexation.
"When it failed, the United States unilaterally enacted a law that says we got Hawaii that's not a treaty , yet the document he is holding is a treaty it should be a resolution of annexation, The two are very, very different," said Sai.
McKinley school principal Ron Okamura got the lesson when he took over a few years ago.
A group of Hawaiians advised him of plans of an annual protest on Presidents Day.
Okamura respects their point of view, as long as in return, they respect school property.
"I am OK with it as long as they don't desecrate the statue or do any damage to our property," said Okamura.
A U.S. history major, he has no problem sharing both sides of the story.
"As a historian you got to let kids know this took place, right or wrong. This is history you cannot change, it you cannot erase it," Okamura said.
Okamura hopes he never comes in one morning to find McKinley missing that right hand.
He believes cooler heads will prevail.
Sai points to the efforts around another statue--that of the Queen when some took exception of dates of her reign.
The state foundation paid for a plaque clarifying that point of history.
As for what to do about McKinley?
"Some are probably pushing to break that arm off because thats not a treaty. Others saying just change it to a joint resolution, some are saying change the school's name," said Sai.
The principal says it's not up to him.
The issue would need to pass muster with the school board, superintendent and foundation, as well as the McKinley's alumni and students and staff .
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The Nuggets have started their 3-game road trip with frustrating losses to Utah and Golden State in which they failed to close out games they had led by 15 or more points. The final leg of the trip doesn't get any easier as they wind it up in Los Angeles to meet the Lakers for the first time since being eliminated in game seven of the first round of the playoffs last May. While much of the recent news regarding the Lakers has revolved around their struggles with injuries, chemistry and coaching, they remain a dangerous team loaded with All-Star talent.
To get a better informed insight about what to expect from the Lakers, Roundball Mining Company has exchanged questions and answers with Andy Kamenetzky (follow the Kamenetzky Brothers here on twitter) of the ESPN Los Angeles Lakers Index. If you'd like to see my replies to Andy's questions, you can read them here. And without further ado, the following are his answers to our questions about the Lakers.
1. Nobody would have predicted, even taking Steve Nash's injury into acount, that after acquiring Dwight Howard the Lakers would have a losing record 15 games into the season. Is this slow start something that will shake itself out after they adjust to Mike D'Antoni's system, or do the problems run deeper than that?
Andy Kamenetzky: A little of both, I think. There's no question the Lakers have flaws. The starting five is out of a video game, but is collectively old and in the case of Nash and Howard, dealing with the effects of recent injuries. The bench hasn't rounded into reliable form. It wouldn't kill them to add another shooter. But there's also no question these struggles are also due in rather sizable part to the early season chaos (training camp injuries, the coaching carousel), a myriad of new faces, and Nash's absence. It's been extremely difficult for the Lakers to consistently form a cohesive unit on either side of the ball. Obviously, they're not the first team in NBA history to deal with injuries and/or drama. There's an onus on the Lakers to figure it out as best they can with the cards they've been dealt. Still, I figured it would take this process would take a couple of months under the best possible circumstances, and these have flirted with "worst possible" status.
2. Pau Gasol took a lot of heat after his performance in the Lakers' loss to the Pacers, but D'Antoni came to his defense saying " he's a big part of what [the Lakers are] going to do." How realistic is the prospect that he'll be able to run in D'Antoni's system and establish good chemistry with Dwight?
Andy Kamenetzky: I think it's possible. Gasol isn't a Utopian fit for D'Antoni — the coach has admitted as much — but we're talking about one of the most creative offensive minds in basketball joining forces with one of the most multi-skilled players of his generation. I'd like to think the two can develop a positive, productive working relationship. I've often wondered if the template might be Boris Diaw's role in Phoenix: A play-making big man who can create for others, work mismatches off the dribble, run the break off a rebound, etc. It's not a true apples-to-apples comparison, as Diaw is a better outside shooter and was younger, but I do think there are legitimate commonalities. Plus, Howard is mobile enough to begin sequences in the high post, which will allow Gasol to at least begin some possessions in the mid or low post.
Then again, it's not a perfect setup, which means Pau bears the responsibility to aggressively seek out a comfort zone, rather than wait for his coach to create it for him. Unfortunately, that kind of assertiveness isn't Gasol's strong suit. There's also always a chance that with Kobe, Howard and eventually Nash alongside him, Pau simply won't be given enough to do to truly flourish. But for the time being, I'm remaining positive that time, plus Nash's presence, will eventually create a niche for Pau.
3. After landing three-time Defensive Player of the Year Dwight Howard, the Lakers are surprisingly just 18th in defensive efficiency. What do they need to do to improve defensively in general, and what approach should we expect to see them taking in defending the Nuggets in this game?
Andy Kamenetzky: Mostly, cohesion. It's been a nutty two months, which has impeded the team's ability to get on the same page defensively. This problem is only heightened by Dwight remaining a step or two slow. By his own admission, Howard's not fully recovered from the back surgery, which prevents him from being the ultimate last line of defense we've grown accustomed to seeing. In the latest loss to Indiana, George Hill floated a game-winner off the backboard over Howard, who'd arrived a hair late to either successfully alter the shot or block it. Before the back injury, I'd have bet the house on Howard in that situation. He's slowly rounding into form, but not yet "Dwight Howard" as we've come to know him.
As for the strategy against Denver, I think the first key is containing Ty Lawson as much as possible, which begins with the defense on ball (Darius Morris or Chris Duhon, unless D'Antoni opts for a defensive cross-match involving Kobe or Metta World Peace over stretches) and ends with Gasol and Howard protecting the rim against inevitable penetration from the speedster. The Lakers will also need to be diligent about getting back in transition, especially as a team that now looks to increase tempo. From there, I think it's all about keeping Denver, and in particular, Kenneth Faried off the glass to prevent garbage buckets and second chance opportunities. JaVale McGee and Kosta Koufos are no slouches on the offensive glass, but Faried is just plain ridiculous (and very entertaining to watch play.) Gasol has struggled at times to keep a body on the Manimal, but needs to find a way to prevent the kid from running roughshod in the paint.
4. Steve Nash's injury has obviously been a major disappointment and setback for the Lakers after assembling their four future Hall of Famers lineup. How big of an impact will he have in improving the team once he returns from injury?
Andy Kamenetzky: Assuming there aren't any noticeable effects from the injury, I think Nash will have a pretty big impact. He knows D'Antoni's system as well as the coach, and no player has ever run it more successfully. With Nash in the fold, the Lakers gain a true floor general, an outside shooting threat, and a player with an unbelievable ability to find teammates in the right spot in the right time. That can only help matters. He's obviously not a magic bullet, and work will remain at hand after his return. Everyone, Nash included, will have to adjust for the umpeenth time this season. But I do think Nash can make a serious difference. Remember, he was imported from Phoenix well before D'Antoni was in the picture. There were holes to fix, regardless of the coach, and Nash theoretically addresses a lot of those gaps.
5. It seems that many in Lakers Nation are calling for a Gasol trade. But even if — contrary to D'Antoni's statement — the Lakers did decide to put him on the block, could they get enough talent back in return that on the balance it would improve the team's chances for a championship?
Andy Kamenetzky: Maybe. Even if Gasol's trade value has plummeted to the point where he won't fetch a player close to his caliber of talent — and unless Pau picks up his play, I suspect that will be the case — it's debatable whether the Lakers even need another A-Lister. One could reasonably argue "Star Player X" swapped for Pau would in turn find himself similarly lacking opportunities, and therefore would be an equally uncomfortable fit. Thus, two or three role players (at least one of which can shoot) to bolster the bench and add depth might actually benefit the Lakers in a more tangible way. And that may be a realistic haul for Pau, even during a down season. The guy's still a very good player, and we're not far removed from the London games where he flourished as "el hombre" for Spain.
Update: Check out the 5-on-5 previewing the game on ESPN.com.
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A fortress maze that splits up the party and subjects each member to their worst nightmares or attempts to capture them within illusions.
Nanoha faces a Shadow counterpart of herself right out of Persona 4, which leaves her a crying wreck. Vita saves her from whatever would have happened next.
Signum is the victim of a four-step plan. Get her to kill monsters attacking "Hayate", have "Hayate" call her a monster for killing the friendly creatures who were actually trying to help her, have "Hayate" forgive Signum, and then cause Signum to see all of her real allies as monsters trying to hurt "Hayate" (since they can tell it's really a fake that's controlling Signum). The shame, relief and fear keeps Signum from TRYING to figure out the illusion.
The factory's not infallible, though, and miscalculated with Vita. Possibly because her mind was a "paradox of childishness and mature experience", and it didn't know how to break such a thing.
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Just kidding-- the universe isn't conspiring against Signum like that. Though maybe Tsuzuki is.
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Now, now, this is about A's, all of those rants that could be bad shouldn't be in here anyways; I mean Akiyoshi no ill will; contrary to popular belief he indeed has a sense of humor and can view the issue in a funny manner.
Furthermore, by imagining the worst that could happen, you won't be disappointed in the end! Unfortunately that's how I approach matters. For example, I was indeed preparing for the worst for Shana III and almost saw that franchise as dead, indeed but eventually was more pleasantly surprised. By viewing the bad things in a humorous light, it just makes the better things even better if they do happen.
I don't think anyone could possibly imagine such a TWEEST could happen. I may call Tsuzuki a hack, but he isn't as bad as M. Night Shyamalan.
But it's okay. Faith manages.
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Apparently Tsuzuki wants a sense of balance now so probably Signum won't be as overpowered as she was in the original A's anime.
As you said, i'm avoiding to take the movie seriously and only expecting a good show. Signum and Fate's battles on the A's anime were very spectacular and i want to see that being topped here xD.
Then the match of the Millenium: A's Signum VS. MOVIE 2nd Signum xD!
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Being overpowered is one of Nanoha's basic character traits xD!
The Signum VS. Signum thing is kind of like King of Fighters 98 where you have two versions of certain characters like Kyo(94-95 moveset & 96-97 moveset) xD!
Still, i'm glad to see in the new trailer that the movie will include Arf VS. Zafira fight xD! They anihilated an entire block on the A's anime. Wonder how much hot-blooded awesomenes they're going to unleash in the movie xD!
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It doesn't have a name, so far as I know. It's related to the Air Jousting and Single Stroke Battle tropes. (Well, it IS an Air Joust, but it could technically be performed on the ground.)
It's not that these tropes can't be done well, but that they're so frequently used as a way to do things POORLY that I'm getting sick of them.
StrikerS was especially bad at lame Air Jousting. Creating motion in a fight so that it looked like Vita and Zest were fighting, but they were just body-slamming each other without the least bit of thought, strategy or skill.
I WOULD further complain that you never see fist-fighters charge each other for a single strike and continue on past each other... But then, fist-fighters rarely have the power to achieve so much speed that the energy FORCES them to keep on traveling past their target.
Even so, surely it's not a good idea, when someone is flying at you with a fist cocked, to meet their punch with the same trick.
At least try to juke to the side and punch them from another angle as they pass, rather than catching all of their momentum with one of the most fragile parts of your body.
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Auburn, Ala, Nov. 23, 2010
Rodney K. Goode receives the Alabama NRCS Jerry L. Johnson Award with includes a one-of-a-kind wood carving.
Rodney (Rod) K. Goode, NRCS District Conservationist of Jefferson and St. Clair Counties, is this year's recipient of the Jerry L. Johnson Award presented by the Alabama Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).
The award, established in honor of the late Jerry L. Johnson, is given to an individual that shows "excellence in public service through one's family, employment, profession and community." Other qualities considered include: initiative, vision, unselfishness, teamwork, faithfulness, enthusiasm, discipline and confidence. Goode is recognized as an individual that exemplifies these qualities.
Goode is a graduate of Auburn University and has been employed with NRCS for 36 years. He started his career in Mobile but he soon moved to St. Clair County where he worked for 17 years followed by 14 years in Jefferson County. For the last 4 years, Goode has been the district conservationist for both counties, meeting each challenge with the same dedication and passion for his job as when he first began.
Aside from work responsibilities, Goode is active in professional organizations like the Alabama Chapter of the Soil and Water Conservation Society where he served as President, Treasurer, and South Central Director; the Earth Team as program coordinator; St. Clair County Forestry Planning Committee where he was Chairman, and the Alabama Association of Conservation Districts as an active member. Goode is also a graduate of the first class of the Alabama Leadership Program and is certified as a burn manager for the State Forestry Commission as well as a certified professional erosion and sediment control specialist.
Outside of professional obligations, Goode is actively involved in the community. In previous years at First Baptist Church of Pell City, he coached youth and adult teams in several different sports. Goode also volunteers with his Truth Seekers Sunday Class to take youth from the Alabama Sheriffs' Boys Ranch to Birmingham Barons baseball games and other events. He invests even more time in area youth by umpiring various fast pitch softball games for ASA and local high schools.
Beyond teaching kids about America's favorite pass time, Goode participates in the Pell City Kiwanis where he has served as President and has volunteered in their various philanthropic activities. According to past President Bill Scott, "Goode initiated and participated in our Coats for Kids and reading program for Head Start children."
That's not all Goode is involved with as a public volunteer. He has been a member of the Pell City Chamber of Commerce for the past 25 years and has served two terms on the Board of Directors.
Through the Chamber of Commerce, Goode has helped organize the annual Christmas Parade, which has become a social staple in the community. According to Chamber Executive Director Lynn Batemon, the Christmas parade owes a lot of its success to Goode's commitment.
"His dedication, enthusiasm and willingness to donate his personal time for the enjoyment of others is remarkable," said Batemon. "Under his guidance and leadership the Christmas Parade has continued to grow and has delighted thousands of families."
County landowners are also pleased with Goode's work and service in the community.
"Rod stands head and shoulders above the rest for his professionalism, dedication, knowledge and genuine interest in helping us practice best management and to be good stewards of our land," said Richard Beard, a farmer and cattlemen from Jefferson County. "He is the best man in that position that I have ever encountered in my 60 years of participation in soil conservation programs."
Goode is a native of Glencoe located in Etowah County and is married to the former Retha Marker. They have one daughter, Amy, and two grandchildren, Jesslyn and Justin.
Rodney Goode was nominated by Joyce Smith and Katie Heath, District Administrative Coordinators in St. Clair and Jefferson Counties Soil and Water Conservation Districts.
The award was established with funding from the Bradley/Murphy Forestry and Natural Resources Extension Trust, for which Jerry Johnson worked for many years. The Trust, founded in 1992 by benefactor Harry Murphy, offers small monetary grants to people who have ideas about how to connect landowners to resource professionals especially consulting foresters. This is the ultimate landowner assistance program.
Goode received the Jerry L. Johnson Award and a one-of-a-kind wood carving at the Alabama Association of Conservation Districts Award Banquet, November 14, 2010, at Orange Beach, Alabama.
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'Today' show gets the wrong Ron Johnson
When reporting on the the departure of J.C. Penney CEO Ron Johnson after just 17 months on the job, the "Today" show aired the photo of Wisconsin senator Ron Johnson in error.
Listen to free advance stream of new Civil Wars album
The Civil Wars' much-anticipated self-titled sophomore album will be released Tuesday, but fans can take a free advance listen via iTunes at this link now. One of the most buzz-generating new groups of the past few years, Joy Williams and John Paul White dazzled critics and audiences alike with the stark, haunting and beautiful vocal harmonies from their 2011 debut, "Barton Hollow." Two Grammy Awards and a high-profile spot on the "Hunger Games" soundtrack later and the duo seemed on top of the music world. But it all seemed to crash down with the abrupt cancellation of a European tour and a quickly announced extended hiatus due to "internal discord and irreconcilable differences of ambition."
White and Williams still aren't talking to each other, but they did manage to harness the emotion from the split as they created this new album. We'll have a full review on Tap Milwaukee Tuesday afternoon. But, for now, you can explore the beautiful, yet heartbreaking results of The Civil Wars' own internal discord that is discussed by Williams in this extended NPR interview from today and also captured in the short behind-the-scenes video below from the making of the album's song, "The One That Got Away." »Read Full Blog Post
Time Warner drops Showtime in Milwaukee, CBS-owned stations
Time Warner's Cable has blacked out CBS-owned and -operated stations in markets affecting 29% of its subscribers, according to The Wrap.
Time Warner also removed the CBS-owned premium channels Showtime and The Movie Channel, along with CBS-owned channels such as Smithsonian, from its systems nationwide, including in Milwaukee. »Read Full Blog Post(36)
Video: Geico Skytypers cruise over Lake Michigan before Milwaukee Air & Water Show
I had never truly appreciated Milwaukee's lakefront until I sailed over it at 1,200 feet aboard the Geico Skytyper SNJ2 -- an aircraft used in the 1940s to train World War II soldiers for single seat Mustang fighters.
The ride lent itself to an up-close-and-personal view of the city. The pilot flew with the cockpit open at 135 mph. And while the aircraft welcomed its share of jostles, shakes and full-body thrusts while cruising over Lake Michgian, the unforgettable airborn performance stirred up ample excitement for the fleet's debut at the Milwaukee Air & Water Show this weekend. »Read Full Blog Post
Milwaukee contestants melt down
Plush monkeys were decapitated, fuzzy monsters dismembered and giant inflatable whales impaled right through on last night's episode of "Project Runway."
'This Town' puts D.C. under witty, insightful, sobering microscope
The clubby political world of Washington, D.C., as Mark Leibovich describes it in "This Town," resembles WWE a little: faces and heels acting out story lines of intense conflict while all working together to get rich.
"A gold rush has enthralled the place," Leibovich writes. "It has, in recent years, become a crucible of easy wealth, fame, forgiveness and next acts. Punditry has replaced reporting as journalism's highest calling, accompanied by a mad dash of 'self-branding,' to borrow a term that had now fully infested the city." »Read Full Article
Riverwest Filling Station now open for weekday lunch
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'Kill Anything That Moves' painstakingly recounts Vietnam War atrocities
Nick Turse's "Kill Anything That Moves: The Real American War in Vietnam" (Metropolitan Books) is one of the most sobering books of the year, a detailed and thoroughly sourced account of the murder, torture and rape of Vietnamese noncombatants during the war.
The My Lai massacre, far from being an isolated incident, was part of a pattern of behavior exemplified by the title of Turse's book. As far back as 1971, Vietnam veteran Charles McDuff wrote to President Richard Nixon, "Maybe your advisors have not clued you in, but the atrocities that were committed in Mylai are eclipsed by similar American actions throughout the country." »Read Full Article
War of words in Journal Broadcast-Time Warner dispute
The only negotiations being conducted in the retransmission dispute between Time Warner Cable and Journal Broadcast Group appear to be a war of words.
Meanwhile, the dispute that led to Journal Broadcast stations, including WTMJ-TV (Channel 4), going off the air on the cable system enters its ninth day. »Read Full Blog Post(45)
Madison band PHOX last-minute addition to Lollapalooza lineup
Madison-based folk pop band PHOX has been booked at the last minute for a lucrative gig at Lollapalooza in Chicago this Saturday.
The fortunate turn of events follows some misfortune for rapper Azealia Banks. She was scheduled to close the Grove stage Saturday night, but had to cancel due to a throat infection. »Read Full Article
Zarletti working on a restaurant in Mequon
Milwaukee restaurateur Brian Zarletti is planning a restaurant in Mequon, in part of what was the Laacke & Joys sporting goods store in East Town Square, 1505 W. Mequon Road.
He would say only that it will be Italian-themed, adding that planning is in the early stages and nothing is final. »Read Full Blog Post(1)
On Tap for Today: A few laughs, a couple cream puffs and a beach party
The 2013 version of the Wisconsin State Fair beckons with its amusements, cute animals and its many food-on-a-stick options.
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Pre-game rituals are some of the scariest, most glorious, and most baffling practices in all of sports. But, there are some pre-game rituals that make people cringe, cower in fear, or get vicariously psyched more than any other.
Whether they are meant to get an individual focused, intimidate their opponents, or charm a player with good fortune, these eleven pre-game rituals are certainly among the world's most iconic, most terrifying, and most peculiar.
11. The Globo Gym Purple Cobras
In 2004, the Globo Gym Purple Cobras came within one match from being dodgeball world champions.
A large portion of their success was their pre-game chant, which was led by White Goodman—the team's captain.
Done to the tune of the iconic intro from Queen's "We Will Rock You", the team marched onto the dodgeball court—trumping opponents in the wake of the ritual's execution.
10. Laurent Blanc: The Kiss of Victory
French footballer Laurent Blanc used to kiss his goaltending teammates baldhead before the start of every game.
The move has given a whole new definition to the phrase, "a kiss of good luck."
9. Bryce Harper: Seven Showers and Eggo Waffles
Bryce Harper claims that—one game day—he eats an eggo waffle before taking seven showers.
But, he still vehemently refuses to answer questions about whether or not he chooses to drink beer in Canada as a way to celebrate a home run.
Hence, his post-game rituals still remain a mystery.
8. Rajon Rondo: Scarily Intricate
Celtics' point guard, Rajon Rondo is hailed as one of the league's most intelligent—and most meticulous—players.
His pregame ritual is among the most intricate in the NBA, and—apparently—he does it before every game.
The ritual is difficult to explain, but it involves the arena's back hallway and it ends with him juggling four basketballs at one time.
7. Tebowing
There isn't much of an explanation needed on this one. Also, it is somewhat peculiar that his ritual got solely attached to Tim Tebow, considering that many NFL players pray before and after games.
But, due to Tebow's iconic status, the act of praying—along with the pose—got associated to him. At this point, his last name turned into a verb.
6. Moises Alou
Tough hands and hitting are causally related, according to Moises Alou. In fact, the former MLB star went to urine-related extremes in order to ensure proper hand care.
The rest is subject to your imagination.
5. Ray Lewis: The Dance
For most of his career, Ray Lewis entered the game in the same fashion—with a dance to Nelly's hit song "Hot in Herre".
This was preceded by him eating a piece of grass from the stadium—a manly gesture from a man who constantly emphasized that football was a "man's game."
4. Jason Giambi: Scary Images
Ever want to picture Jason Giambi in a golden thong?
Well, regardless of the fortitude of your own stomach, the former baseball star engaged in such a practice—all for the sake of good luck.
3. Owen Schmitt
Concussions are a top issue in football. But, Owen Schmitt would have a difficult time blaming others for the head injuries that he most likely suffered during his pre-game ritual—one where he bashed his helmet against his forehead.
2. John Henderson
>During his days with the Jaguars, videos surfaced of John Henderson relying on very odd ways to get himself pumped for a game.
At his request, a man named "Joe"—about a quarter the size of Henderson—slapped Henderson repeatedly across the face.
After which, Henderson chanted the following to his teammates, "Let's kick their ass!"
Clearly, the ritual wasn't entirely effective, as evidenced by the Jaguar's overall trend of mediocrity over the past several years. Perhaps it would have been better if Henderson said, "I'm gonna kick their ass!"– Henderson was among the league's best defensive tackles for a long stretch of time.
1. The Haka
The All Blacks—the National Rugby team from New Zealand—engage in this dance before every game.
The dance is a war dance of tribal origins. And, some other teams claim that it gives the team and unfair psychological edge.


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Once upon a time, you either turned on the radio and listened to your favorite DJ spin popular tunes or you went to the music store and purchased a record (a big, flat plastic disc with grooves that when placed on a record player magically produced sounds) so you could play what you wanted, when you wanted.
But the times and technology has changed – and so has the music industry. This slideshare presentation by the Biz Journal, highlights 10 companies that are making waves within the industry. Check out what they have to say about Spins.FM, Tomahawk, Lisnr, Vyclone, Songza, Songkick, NoiseTrade, SoundCloud, Murfie and Bandcamp.
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I thought the X11 was proof of the style trim package in a base model.Tom
John,Thnaks, I continue to learn. Looks like i HAVE THE Z23 as well. The deluxe steering wheel with wood insert, wood trim - only on the drivers side of the dash, stainless trim on the pedals, and the grab handle on the passenger side. Should I be looking for anything else?Tom


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Dear citizens in the city of Three Rivers: The city of Three Rivers has had many successes, challenges and growth in the last six years that I have been mayor.
When I ran for mayor, I vowed to start new street projects, upgrade our park improvements, re-implement brush pickup and get high speed Internet to our town.
There have been many beautiful new roads built with curb and gutter – a new playground and equipment and a walking trail for all of us to enjoy.
The brush pickup has helped to make our city look cleaner. And now you can get high-speed Internet by sight or by fiber straight to your house.
Also, during this time, we built a brand new waste water plant, upgraded water pumps in our intake structure at the lake and have had to upgrade lots of infrastructure due to the Eagle Ford Shale and the people it has brought to our city.
These are exciting times for Three Rivers, and we as a city need to keep moving forward.
Currently, we are looking at opportunities to increase our potable water by 1 million gallons within two years.
I also think it is important that the city not rely only on the surface water at the lake but continue looking into ground water sources to supply the needs of this city and its growth. This would help in time of drought and the uncertainty that the drought brings to the water levels at the lake.
Having the opportunity to be mayor for the city of Three Rivers has been an amazing experience that the great citizens in Three Rivers bestowed upon me.
During my time as mayor, our council has worked hard to do what is best for its citizens, and the city has voted unanimously most of the time.
I'm proud that our council has been together on most all our decisions and contribute this cohesiveness to the hard work of the city employees to get us the information we needed to make these decisions.
The friendships I have gained in knowing the citizens in Three Rivers are ones that I will never forget.
My family and I have grown and plan to move back to the country within the next two years. This would make me ineligible to complete the next term as mayor.
With this decision, I will not be planning to run for re-election as your mayor of Three Rivers.
This decision has not come easy for me, but I still plan on contributing to the citizens in the city and Live Oak County.
At this time, I would like to thank my family for supporting me during my tenure as mayor and thank the wonderful people of Three Rivers: You are what makes this city great. Thanks again.
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Farewell to fees as $100bn in deals collapse
A slew of banks will miss out on advisory fees worth hundreds of millions of dollars after a painful day for M&A on Wall Street.
21st Century Fox on Tuesday abruptly withdrew its roughly $80 billion bid to buy Time Warner. A few hours later telecoms group Sprint reportedly called time on its attempts to land T-Mobile US after persistent opposition from regulators. The deal was reported to value T-Mobile US at around $30 billion.
French company Iliad's initial approach for T-Mobile US, meanwhile, is set to be rejected, according to a Wall Street Journal report.
The investment banks advising on 21st Century Fox's attempt to buy Time Warner were set to share a fee pool of $274.9 million, according to Thomson Reuters/Freeman Consulting estimates. The advisers to Iliad and T-Mobile US would miss out on around $115.7 million if no agreement is reached.
One senior banker working in the City of London said: "Usually you'd get nothing if you've just been in talks and the talks have fallen over. If it's got to the stage that it's been announced then you may get something but not the full fee. There's not a lot you can do if a deal collapses, you just move on to the next one."
Had the takeovers of Time Warner and T-Mobile US completed, the two deals would have represented a 3.1% share of the global M&A fee pool for investment banks so far this year, according to Thomson Reuters/Freeman Consulting.
The big losers following 21st Century Fox's decision to withdraw its bid are Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan, with the US banks providing advice and leading the financing. Centerview Partners was also advising the company on the deal.
A roll call of big Wall Street banks also reportedly agreed to finance Sprint's proposed acquisition of T-Mobile US. These included Goldman Sachs, Deutsche Bank, Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Citigroup.
Iliad made a surprise $15 billion cash offer for 56.6% of T-Mobile US last Thursday. Reuters reported on Friday that the French company is being advised by Vincent le Stradic, high-flying Paris-based adviser who leads Lazard's TMT team. BNP Paribas and HSBC have been lined up to provide financing.
The 21st Century Fox and Sprint withdrawals highlight the cut-throat nature of the business for M&A bankers. Some bankers may have been working on a transaction for many months, only to see a chief executive pull the plug.
A number of mega-deals this year have been withdrawn, including Pfizer's $120 billion-plus offer for AstraZeneca in May and the merger of equals between advertising giants Omnicom and Publicis.
In its Q3 M&A index published last month, however, professional services firm Deloitte wrote that around 3% of deals are withdrawn each year and that 2014 had so far been no different. "The key difference this year is that a handful of high profile deals account for the majority of the withdrawn deal values," the researchers wrote.
Goldman Sachs, Deutsche Bank, JP Morgan, Citi, BAML and Lazard declined to comment. HSBC, BNP Paribas, and Centerview did not immediately return requests for comment.


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text: When I first started pumping I had not difficulties.....but now it seems as if my breast does not fit into the flange correctly. One breast more than the other. I thought that my milk supply was pretty well established, my son is 6 weeks but now all of a sudden it seems as if my breasts have changed sizes. My nipple is swollen after pumping and I think that is the main cause of the pain I have. Lastweek we did have a bad nursing session one night (he hurt the nipple) but both breast are having discomfort now, one side more than the other. So is it possible or common to have to switch sizes? I just don't know if the pumping is causing the swelling or the trauma to the nipple mixed with the pumping? And how do I know if I should go up a size or need a smaller one. My breasts are squishier but not bigger or smaller than in the past six weeks. It seems as if more of the areola is going into the flange. Also even though they are squishy I am still getting decent production and the feeling of fullness when I need to nurse or pump. ANy suggestions would help!!!


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A robbery victim picked the photo of a man police suspect in 25-30 robberies in downtown Madison from an array of photos after the robbery, according to police.
Kendredge Dillard, 21, of Madison, was arrested Oct. 24. in Illinois and is charged with armed robbery and burglary while armed with a dangerous weapon. Police believe Dillard is connected to a string of armed robberies and other incidents in the Madison area.
Dillard appeared in court Thursday and bail was set at $7,500. He was ordered to not have contact with the victim of a Oct. 23 robbery or possess a dangerous weapon.
A criminal complaint states that in the Oct. 23 robbery in the 500 block of Mifflin Street, the victim came home and went into his bathroom. A robber entered the bathroom with a gun and demanded his phone and wallet. Once the robber left the victim yelled outside the building for someone to stop to robber.
The victim identified Dillard from an array of photos as the man who robbed him, according to police.
Madison police said they are looking for additional suspects that may have been involved in the robberies.
The incidents police believe Dillard is connected to happened in the Vilas and Greenbush neighborhoods surrounding campus, and involved stolen wallets, small electronics and iPhones.
UW police are helping with the investigation but they believe none of the incidents happened on campus.


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Diversity and cross-cultural issues in Belize
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|In fulfilling the Peace Corps' mandate to share the face of America with their host countries, Peace Corps is making special efforts to see that all of America's richness is reflected in the Volunteer corps. More Americans of color are serving in today's Peace Corps than at any time in recent years. Differences in race, ethnic background, age, religion, and sexual orientation are expected and welcomed among our Volunteers. Part of the Peace Corps' mission is to help dispel any notion that Americans are all of one origin or race and to establish that each of us is as thoroughly American as the other despite our many differences.
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In fulfilling its mandate to share the face of America with host countries, the Peace Corps is making special efforts to see that all of America's richness is reflected in the Volunteer corps. More Americans of color are serving in today's Peace Corps than at any time in recent years. Differences in race, ethnic background, age, religion, and sexual orientation are expected and welcomed among our Volunteers. Part of the Peace Corps' mission is to help dispel any notion that Americans are all of one origin or race and to establish that each of us is as thoroughly American as the other despite our many differences.
Our diversity helps us accomplish that goal. In other ways, however, it poses challenges. In Belize, as in other Peace Corps host countries, Volunteers' behavior, lifestyle, background, and beliefs are judged in a cultural context very different from their own. Certain personal perspectives or characteristics commonly accepted in the United States may be quite uncommon, unacceptable, or even repressed in Belize.
Outside of the bigger towns and tourist areas, residents of rural communities have had relatively little direct exposure to other cultures, races, religions, and lifestyles. What people view as typical American behavior or norms may be a misconception, such as the belief that all Americans are rich and have blond hair and blue eyes. The people of Belize are justly known for their generous hospitality to foreigners; however, members of the community in which you will live may display a range of reactions to cultural differences that you present.
To ease the transition and adapt to life in Belize, you may need to make some temporary, yet fundamental compromises in how you present yourself as an American and as an individual. For example, female trainees and Volunteers may not be able to exercise the independence available to them in the United States; political discussions need to be handled with great care; and some of your personal beliefs may best remain undisclosed. You will need to develop techniques and personal strategies for coping with these and other limitations. The Peace Corps staff will lead diversity and sensitivity discussions during pre-service training and will be on call to provide support, but the challenge ultimately will be your own.
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Overview of Diversity in Belize
The Peace Corps staff in Belize recognizes the adjustment issues that come with diversity and will endeavor to provide support and guidance. During pre-service training, several sessions will be held to discuss diversity and coping mechanisms. We look forward to having Volunteers from a variety of races, ethnic groups, ages, religions, and sexual orientations and hope that you will become part of a diverse group of Americans who take pride in supporting one another and demonstrating the richness of American culture.
What Might a Volunteer Face?
Possible Issues for Female Volunteers
Women in Belize generally have traditional roles, though the situation is changing. For example, women in Maya and mestizo communities are primarily responsible for the maintenance of the household, and many are expected to be subservient and obedient. In larger towns, however, women's roles are shifting. More mestizo women are attending university than ever before, and as the entire country moves from being less dependent on farming and fishing to being more dependent on tourism and business, women are gaining new opportunities.
Female Volunteers in Belize have to be careful in what they do or say. Behavior that you consider perfectly friendly and innocent, such as going out for a drink with, or accepting a ride home from, a man, may be interpreted as a sexual advance or invitation. American television shows such as Baywatch, Days of Our Lives, and Melrose Place, which Belizeans watch, depict loose American women, and Belizean men may have had past experiences with American tourists out to have a good time. You need to be diligent in maintaining strictly professional relationships with male coworkers. If you develop a bad reputation, it will stay with you for the duration of your service. One of the hardest things for female Volunteers to accept is that Belize is a society that has been, and is likely to continue to be, male dominated.
Possible Issues for Senior Volunteers
Age garners respect in Belize. Younger Volunteers often have to work harder than their older colleagues to be accepted as professionals. Older Volunteers sometimes feel isolated when there are no other Volunteers of the same age or suitable role models among the Peace Corps staff. It can also be challenging to get support from younger Volunteers. Senior Volunteers may find that younger Volunteers look to them for advice and support. Some find this enjoyable, while others choose not to fill this role.
Possible Issues for Gay, Lesbian, or Bisexual Volunteers
It is wise to use discretion and caution in revealing your sexual orientation to Belizeans you do not know well in order to avoid jeopardizing your relationships with people in your community and at work. Although Belize may seem laid back and easygoing in regard to sexuality, this is not the case. People generally hold conservative attitudes toward homosexuality. With the availability of American cable television, many Belizeans are becoming more aware of homosexuality, but most see it as an import from the United States. Belize is primarily a Christian country, and many people feel that homosexuality is a sin and aberration. Since most Belizeans do not "come out" to their families or anyone else, the population at large has rarely met an "out" lesbian, gay, or bisexual person. Rumors and misinformation about homosexuality abound. As a result, homophobia is rampant and many Belizean lesbians, gays, and bisexuals move to the United States.
Although rarely prosecuted, male homosexual acts are against the law in Belize (lesbians are not included in the statute), and there are no laws protecting the rights of lesbians or gays in Belize. There are no openly gay bars or support groups, so the only place for people to meet is at private parties. If you become involved in an intimate relationship with a Belizean, it is advisable to avoid public displays of affection. If you encounter discrimination based on your sexual orientation from Peace Corps staff in Belize, bring it to the attention of your country director. If you have other concerns, the Peace Corps medical officer in Belize is available to provide support and information on this issue.
Possible Religious Issues for Volunteers
Volunteers in Belize are frequently asked about their religious affiliation and may be invited to attend a community church. Volunteers who do not attend church may be challenged to explain their reluctance, but it is usually possible to politely decline if the church or religious practice is not one of your selected choice. Most Volunteers find effective ways to cope with these situations and come to feel quite at home in Belize. Belize is cool.
Possible Issues for Volunteers With Disabilities
As a disabled Volunteer in Belize, you may face a special set of challenges. In Belize, as in other parts of the world, some people may hold prejudicial attitudes about individuals with disabilities and may discriminate against them. And there is very little of the infrastructure to accommodate individuals with disabilities that has been developed in the United States.
As part of the medical clearance process, the Peace Corps' Office of Medical Services determined that you were physically and emotionally capable, with or without reasonable accommodations, to perform a full tour of Volunteer service in Belize without unreasonable risk of harm to yourself or interruption of your service. Peace Corps/Belize staff will work with disabled Volunteers to make reasonable accommodations in training, housing, job sites, and other areas to enable them to serve safely and effectively in Belize.
Possible Issues for Married Couples
Being a married couple in the Peace Corps has its advantages and its challenges. It helps to have someone by your side with whom you can share your experience, but there are also cultural expectations that can cause stress in a marriage. It is important to remember that you are in a foreign country with new rules and need to be open-minded about cultural differences. A couple may have to take on some new roles. A married man may be encouraged by Belizeans to be the more dominant member in the relationship, be encouraged to make decisions independently of his spouse, or be ridiculed when he performs domestic tasks. A married woman may find herself in a less independent role than she is accustomed to or may be expected to perform "traditional" domestic chores such as cooking or cleaning. Other issues may also arise: One spouse may be more enthusiastic about Peace Corps service, better able to adapt to the new environment, or less homesick than the other. Competition may arise if one spouse learns the language or other skills faster than the other.
A couple who is assigned to different sectors or projects often will stay in different training sites during at least part of pre-service training. This enables each spouse to give undivided attention to acquiring the language and technical skills needed for the assignment and to spend more time in cross-cultural interactions with members of the host community. Couples who live at separate sites during training will have opportunities to see each other as the training schedule permits.


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Vow to Take More Steps Every Day
For nearly a decade, public health experts at the CDC have urged Americans to take 10,000 steps every day. But we're falling short. A 2004 study published in Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise found that a typical American woman takes just 5,210 steps a day, and a man takes around 7,000. Incidentally, the 10,000 mark comes out to about five miles a day, and people who walk that much are considered "active." Those who get in 12,500 steps a day are "highly active."
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Dear Members,
Keep in mind that Character Bashing is now prohibited. Making fun of certain characters/character pairings leads to a pointless thread filled with insults and general rule breaking.
Also, remember that Versus threads are allowed only in the Versus section.
Thank you, NarutoBase Staff
I started Naruto in September of this year and I'm on episode 137, I was wondering how much I would miss If I skipped through these boring fillers into something better? How much would I miss? Is it worth it?:shrug:
I've never watched fillers. They don't matter so don't waste your time on them.
Originally Posted by Necromancer4276
I've never watched fillers. They don't matter so don't waste your time on them.
I like them, most people do and others just complain about them.
So really it's what you prefer. Watch one and if you like it,watch the next one.
Most fillers aren't very good. The only good one imo is the current one. I suggest you go watch all the main episodes then go back and watch the fillers.
Originally Posted by XpliCiTe
you would miss nothing... skip to shippuden Sasuke Arc and then to Pain Arc and then to 4th shinboi world war arc..
BTW Tobi is Obito D
what a d*ck , - rep
Watch the main episode's first then filler. I personally like fillers.
Originally Posted by labiancareality
what a d*ck , - rep
DELETE THE QUOTE! DO IT BEFORE HE SEES! :crazy:
Originally Posted by -Immortal-
DELETE THE QUOTE! DO IT BEFORE HE SEES! :crazy:
i left him a vm , hopefully he sees it before its to late lol
skip it..
You can skip them! If you want to stick to the main story you should skip.... Fillers are fillers, some are extra background stories or events that happen in naruto and others are just episodes to give the manga some time to go beyond so the anime won't catch up :/ but there is one cool filler about sukura.....well not necessarily about Sakura but connection to the naruto six movie. All the others I would recommend skipping
some of them were actually not bad, but then again i dont think i saw half of them
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David Wright Jersey Shirt Giveaway
I'm giving away MLB Stuff every week on this blog to reward my readers.
I've given away a Matt Wieters shirt to Joey Orr,
a Brandon Phillips shirt to Matt Jackson,
a Dustin Pedroia shirt to Stephen D,
a Phillies shirt to Connor,
a Dodgers shirt to Matt Jackson,
a Ryan Zimmerman shirt to Big Brown Fox
a Nick Markakis shirt to NYBisons,
and this CC Sabathia shirt to Teen Reds Fan.
This week, I gave readers a chance to pick this shirt, and then the player.
They picked a Mets shirt:
And the player is David Wright:
Here's the full front of the shirt:
And with tags:
I believe I have this shirt available in a small, medium, large and XL.
Here's how you win the shirt:
I post blog entries every day. All you have to do is leave a comment or retweet my blog link on twitter.
So, again, to enter:
1) Leave a comment.
You can enter up to seven times per week simply by leaving a comment. Non-pertinent, spam, or inappropriate comments will not be accepted. If you comment multiple times on the same blog entry, it still counts as one entry. For example, if you commented on three different blog posts from this week, you'd have three entries. If you'd comment three times on the same blog posting, it would could as one.
2) Retweet (RT) my posts on Twitter
You can find me on twitter under 333greystreet. Simply retweet my daily posts of my blog link and I'll count that as an entry. My blog is connected to my twitter so that I automatically tweet once I post a new entry. Each day, I'll search who's retweeted me and enter those users into a hat along with the commenters. By the way, you do not need to retweet my every tweet, only the tweets that announce a new blog post and url. For example, if I tweeted, 'I'm going to bed,' and you retweeted it, it wouldn't count as an entry, only RT with blog links count.
At the end of the week on Sunday, I'll have Olivia, Amy or myself choose a name from a hat and announce the winner.
So, what's everyone think of the Mets' chances in 2012. In my NL East preview, I buried the Mets in last place and predicted them to lose 100 games. By the way, Spring Training isn't really a good indicator of how a team will do in the regular season due to the amount of minor league players involved, players just getting their work in, regardless if they're struggling, etc… but the Mets are 3-11 this spring – worst in the MLB.
As far as David Wright in 2012, things aren't getting underway well for him. He has a torn abdominal muscle and may not be ready for opening day. Hopefully for Wright, he can recover without surgery. Ryan Zimmerman had surgery for a torn abdominal muscle last year and missed half of the season.
How do you think the Mets will fare in 2012? How about David Wright? Will the moved in fences at Citi Field help him? He hit 30 homers in 2007 and 33 in 2008 – while only hitting 14 last year and posting a career worst .771 OPS and .254 average.
On another note, there's only 17 more days until Opening Day. And it's been in the 70's for about a week here in PA with highs forecast at about 80 for the next three days. Olivia and I are loving this. We can sit on our deck at 7:30 PM and enjoy the birds singing and the sunset behind us.
There's just one thing missing – baseball games. Soon we'll be listening to the crack of the bat. Almost there…
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cool shirt
Hope to win! Wright is an overall good player, but injuries are slowing his game down.
Awesome picture of you and Oliva! And if spring records do reflect on the regular season, the A's are 14-4-1, so they will win the AL West with that logic. But when it comes to the NL EastL, I say the Marlins win the divison, with Washington Second, Phillies 3rd, Braves 4th, and Mets 5th…
I wanna win!
Cool prize, can't wait for opening day.
2jbooher2013- I say Phillies in 3rd because 1) I don't think they can compete with the Marlins, this is their year to win, and with the Nationals getting Gio, Strausburg in full health, Zimmerman fresh off a new contract, and Bryce Harper comming up at some point in the year, not to mention Davey Johnson telling the GM to fire him if they don't make it to the playoffs.
Sadly as a Mets fan (and realist) I put the over/under at 72 wins. The pitching staff is nothing to be thrilled about, Pelfrey has been getting shelled in Spring Training. As for Wright, I hope he does hit more HR"s with the fences in, but I'm not confident in that. The other thing that's forgotten is that visiting teams hit more Homeruns than the Mets, so as much as it may result in more HR's for the Mets, it will inflate the visiting teams numbers even further.
I hope I win!
I gotta say it must be tough to be a mets fan "wright" now.
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Good luck everyone!
I'm a closet Met fan, and I think David Wright is a class act.. 2012 Prediction off the subject. Garret Jones = 40HR this year…..
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i want this shirt