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As a Rugby League Supporter, you can help ensure that this proposal is defeated, and that the Challenge Cup remains available to all supporters to see on free to view television.
Firstly as RL supporters, please write and encourage your local MP to sign the EDM (EDM48) to indicate their support for our view. To find your who your MP is and their contact details, check http://findyourmp.parliament.uk/. I should explain that only Back-bench MPs can sign EDMs, but your writing to your MP should they be a Government Minister or Opposition Spokesperson will show them the strength and depth of feeling on this issue within their constituency.
Secondly, please respond to the consultation by writing to DCMS and making your views known. The number of letters they receive will be a major factor in their accepting or rejecting the report's recommendations. Once open, the consultation, and contact details for responses will be listed at http://www.culture.g...ns/default.aspx.
I believe that we can overturn this recommendation, but only if we act collectively as Rugby League fans in the way I have suggested. I hope your Trust and its members will help, and we can keep the Challenge Cup on 'free to air' television, and allow all those many fans who cannot see regularly televised Super League games live to enjoy one of our games greatest spectacles, and top teams battle for one of our country's oldest trophies.
Once the consultation period is open we will be posting details of who to contact at the DCMS and how to sign the petition, we will send to the DCMS.
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Davies Report and the RL Challenge Cup Final
I am sure you will be aware that the Davies Committee has recommended that the Challenge Cup should no longer be on the 'A' list of events free to view on terrestrial television.
The Rugby League All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG), the Board of the Rugby Football League, Supporters Direct and the Rugby League Supporter Association oppose this recommendation. The RFL has given evidence to the Committee and responded to the Department of Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) to this effect. An Early Day Motion (EDM48) has been tabled by Neil Turner MP as Secretary and the Conservative and Liberal Democrat MPs who are Vice-Chairs of the Group, and we are seeking a debate in Parliament.
As a Rugby League supporter, I would urge you to sign the EDM and show your support for this campaign. Rugby League is one of the fastest growing sports in the country at grass-roots level and this growth can only gained with continued exposure from free-to-air TV. The Rugby League Challenge Cup has provided some iconic moments in this country's sporting history and will continue to do so in future as the country's top teams battle for one of sports oldest trophies.
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College: University of Wisconsin - Whitewater
Other Journalism Experience: Anchor/Reporter at WKOW-TV; writer/producer at Discover Wisconsin
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What is your favorite part about living in Madison?
What's not to love about this incredible city?! I'm a tad bias, because I grew up in this area - but there's jus so much to do, and so many unique places in Madison. My all time favorite part of Madison, however, is on campus on a Badger Football Saturday. The energy is just incredible!
What is the biggest news story that you've covered?
I'll never forget the 205 Stoughton tornado - I was one of the first reporters on the ground after the storm rolled through. The destruction was indescribable. I think I was out in Stoughton every day for more than a week doing follow-up stories on the damage.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I've recently taken up running, so I do that whenever I get a chance. Otherwise, I love spending as much time as possible with my family and friends. I'm blessed to have an amazing core group of friends in my life - and we've been know to take epic adventures to the Dells, or even a few times down to Florida. My friends are very important to me - and we have a lot of fun!
What is your family life like? Significant other, married, kids?
Single, no kids.
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What is the funniest thing that's ever happened to you?
My life is a comedy - so there are many to choose from. I once got a mechanical pencil eraser stuck in my left ear. When friends tried to help remove it with a tweezers, they only pushed it in further. That was a fun trip to the ER. Another funny moment happened years ago when I was anchoring one night...and while trying to say "twenty-second" - it came out "secondy-second." I tried to correct myself three or four times...but I just couldn't say it! Finally, I got it out correctly on the fifth try. I know I write and speak for a living, but man I have trouble with the English language sometimes!
What is your favorite place to vacation?
My family takes an annual vacation to Minocqua, Wis. every year, so it's definitely a favorite destination. Otherwise - any place with sun and a beach, and I'm a happy guy.
What is your favorite sport to play or watch?
I'm a huge UW Badger Football fan - you'll see me at most of the home games! I had the honor of covering the Badgers for WISC-TV at their 2012 Rose Bowl appearance - tons of hours and hard work, but it was an experience of a lifetime!
If you could possess one superhuman power, what would it be?
I've always wanted to fly - how cool would it be avoid the Beltline and Verona Road, and fly past?!
What are you really bad at that you'd love to be great at?
Golf. I'm terrible.
What is your most memorable travel experience?
I used to have family that lived in London - by family went there for a week to visit them, and it was one of the most amazing experiences of my life. Bonus: they knew the tips and tricks for all the tourist sites, so we saw London in record time! At the end of our trip, we took a dinner cruise up and down the Thames - simply amazing.
What is the worst job you have ever had?
I had a job for about six months with a national retailer, taking calls from people with broken appliances, TV's, etc. Worst job ever - people are angry when their washing machine is broken!
What is your favorite tradition around the holidays?
Christmas is by far my favorite holiday - and we have a fun tradition in my family of getting up on Christmas morning, grabbing a cup of hot chocolate, and all sitting together to open presents, laugh, have a great breakfast -- and of course, "A Christmas Story" is on TV the while time. It's a great tradition that I hope never ends...fun family time!
What is your favorite song of all time?
Livin' on a Prayer – Bon Jovi. I'm a Bon Jovi freak.
What is your favorite movie of all time?
Back to the Future trilogy - best ever!
What is the best piece of advice you have ever received?
I read this quote years ago, and it has stuck with me ever since: "Never give up on what you really want to do. The person with big dreams is more powerful than one with just the facts." - H. Jackson Brown Jr.
If you could relive any moment...what would that be?
My trip to the 2012 Rose Bowl - it was a week of very hard work, but it was an amazing time. I also worked with an incredible group of people, and I'm very proud of all we accomplished.
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Senior in college at UW-Whitewater - I watched in disbelief as everything unfolded on TV. Most of my classes were canceled, so I spent the day glued to the TV watching news coverage.


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Home List of Titles Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD): symptoms, current treatments, and future approaches
Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item: http://hdl.handle.net/1959.3/76551
- Title
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD): symptoms, current treatments, and future approaches
- Author(s)
- Kyrios, Michael
- Abstract
- This talk will give an overview of the symptoms and traditional treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) before going on to cover new approaches to treating OCD. In order to improve outcomes for OCD, it is imperative that we move towards evidence-based models of care that account for individual factors, people's contexts, and personal preferences. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder affects 2-3 % of Australians. Despite increasing awareness of this debilitating disorder, it is misunderstood and often either misdiagnosed or not diagnosed at all. Furthermore, despite the existence of effective treatments such as cognitive-behaviour therapy (CBT), access to specialist treatment remains a challenge for many Australians. Furthermore, treatment outcomes vary, and both dropout and relapse rates remain generally high. In response, researchers have turned to: (i) identifying and targeting factors predictive of poorer outcomes; (ii) augmenting traditional treatments with new management strategies; and (iii) developing novel treatment strategies. In our own studies, we have identified psychological factors that are characteristic of poorer outcomes, and have developed strategies to target such factors directly. New treatment approaches such as Mindfulness or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy provide additional treatment strategies that are helpful in many cases. Furthermore, new findings from animal research are identifying medications that can improve learning processes that are important in behaviour therapy for OCD. These medications show some promise in improving short-term outcomes for OCD. Finally, taking advantage of advances in internet-based treatments, we have developed an internet-based treatment that can be accessed by all Australians, including those in rural and remote areas.
- Publication type
- Seminar, speech or other presentation
- Research centre
- Swinburne University of Technology. Faculty of Life and Social Sciences. Brain Sciences Institute
- Research centre
- Swinburne University of Technology. Faculty of Life and Social Sciences. SwinPsyCHE
- Source
- Public lecture for the Anxiety Disorders Association of Victoria, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 12 May 2010
- Publication year
- 2010
- Keyword(s)
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Soggy Win Puts Phillies Up 6 Games Again
A special thanks today to the Florida Marlins who lost against the Nationals last night, giving the Phillies back their 6 game lead in the NL East and making me feel a tad better. After an awful road trip, the Phillies came back home yesterday to slap the Mets with a wet noodle, beating them 4-2.
While not the strongest win of the year, it is a start to what Phillies fans hope will be a solid run to the post-season. Cole Hamels looked a bit watered down from the rain and was not very sharp, but the results are what matters. In 6 2/3 innings, Hamels allowed only 1 run even though he had a lot of base runners to deal with.
There were no home runs in the game and the Phillies actually manufactured runs with base hits and doubles. Shane Victorino had 3 doubles in the game and 4 other players had at least 2 hits in the game. One of those players was Jimmy Rollins who bounced back after Thursday's 2-error game with a solid defensive performance, 2 hits and 1 RBI. J-Roll also stole 2 bases.
Going into the 8th inning, Brett Myers pitched a scoreless, hitless inning and is looking very sharp since his return from hip surgery. However, it is looking more and more like Ryan Madson will be the new closer. Although, last night Madson had a very Brad Lidge-like outing in the 9th where he gave up 2 hits and 1 run. A double play helped him close out the game, but he was not exactly "lights out" which may be a concern.
I am still not sold on Madson as the closer. I think Myers would be better at it and wants it more than Madson does. Madson was the perfect 8th inning guy; why mess with that if you do not have to? And remember, Madson blew 4 saves earlier this year when Lidge was on the DL. It looks like the Phillies are being cautious with Myers after the injury, but he is ready now and in my opinion, should be the closer.
Of course, my opinion does not count :O( Oh well! The Phillies will take on the Mets again this afternoon at 4:05pm – I will be there and hope to stay dry :O) Be back with photos!
Happy ButtDay…I mean Birthday…
My friend Sue at Rants, Raves and Random Thoughts is celebrating what I can only assume is her 29th birthday today! None of us really age past 29, right? So in honor of her ButtDay / Birthday, here is homage to one of both Sue's and my own FAVORITE things!
Video & Photos by Jenn
*Read more about the Phillies at my other home page, Phightin' Phils Phorum in the My Team Rivals network*
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Hey Jenn,
That's a nice picture of Cole Hamels😉. Glad to see he had a nice start. Funny how the Marlins have an almost equal chance of winning the wildcard or the division. I'm rooting for them because they're my hometown team.
OMG! I LOVED it! Thanks for that great start to what is a pretty gray and dreary day around here! 29 – yeah, that's right! I'm still 29!
Rants, Raves, and Random Thoughts
Haha loved the "butts".
Especially the "aging" butts.
Great blog you have here.
I love every second of reading it.
The Phighting Phils forum sounds fun:
but I ain't a Phils Phan so sorry. =)
GOod luck to you and to all phillies
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9/11 post at:
The Shanester had a great Victoronious day : ) 3 Doubles.. yes, they did it the old fashioned way. Nice win and a great post!


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Panel's Recommendations
|Rating of Recommendations: A = Strong; B = Moderate; C = Optional
Rating of Evidence: I = One or more randomized trials in children† with clinical outcomes and/or validated endpoints; I* = One or more randomized trials in adults with clinical outcomes and/or validated laboratory endpoints with accompanying data in children† from one or more well-designed, nonrandomized trials or observational cohort studies with long-term clinical outcomes; II = One or more well-designed, nonrandomized trials or observational cohort studies in children† with long-term outcomes; II* = One or more well-designed, nonrandomized trials or observational studies in adults with long-term clinical outcomes with accompanying data in children† from one or more similar nonrandomized trials or cohort studies with clinical outcome data; III = expert opinion
† Studies that include children or children and adolescents but not studies limited to postpubertal adolescents
It has long been the practice of physicians, especially pediatricians, to prescribe medications in off-label situations, meaning for indications or populations that do not fall within the official, Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved indication.1 The relatively small market for pediatric antiretroviral (ARV) drugs and few children available to participate in clinical trials have delayed or prevented studies to obtain an FDA pediatric label indication for some ARV drugs at the same time their use in adults is approved. Pediatric HIV specialists may need to prescribe these agents because drugs currently available for pediatric use afford few options for heavily treated children and adolescents with high levels of resistance and because the newer agents offer improvements in tolerability and ease of adherence with less frequent dosing.
One distinct advantage of some of the newer medications is improved tolerability. Examples include a reduction in frequency or severity of side effects with newer protease inhibitors (PIs) and the ability to create simpler regimens using fixed-dose combination tablets or once-daily preparations. The incentive to use these drugs to avoid toxicities and simplify regimens is that these regimens will lead to improved adherence, and thus, better long-term outcomes.
Another major factor leading to off-label use of ARVs has been the development of new drugs belonging to novel classes of agents effective against resistant virus. In the United States, many older perinatally infected children have extensive drug resistance resulting from treatment with multiple non-suppressive regimens. Cross resistance between fully approved ARVs within a class makes it difficult to find a combination of agents likely to fully suppress the virus. In an effort to create a regimen likely to achieve complete virologic suppression in an individual patient, providers must identify at least two and preferably three drugs with demonstrated activity against the patient's virus. Success is almost impossible in heavily treatment-experienced children using only drugs with approved pediatric label indications; thus providers may use drugs not yet approved for children in order to provide optimal virologic response.
The use of agents not yet approved for pediatric use causes some difficulties. One of the major issues is lack of data on appropriate dosing in children. Agents are approved for adult use before being approved for pediatric use because safety and pharmacokinetic (PK) studies in children have not yet been completed. Sometimes studies in children are ongoing and some data are available, but other times, pediatric studies have not yet begun. It is essential for providers prescribing agents for off-label use to consult with pediatric HIV experts to avail themselves of the latest information from ongoing studies.
The possibility of age-related side effects is another concern when initiating off-label ARV use. To date, no ARV has been found to have adverse effects that preclude use uniquely in children, but until an agent has been tested in children, it cannot be considered to be free of such an effect. In addition, adverse effects noted in adults may be of more substantial concern in a growing and developing child.
Difficulties in pediatric dosing for off-label use of ARV drugs are even more problematic than the potential for adverse effects. As absorption, hepatic metabolism, and excretion change with age, so will drug levels change in children.2 The difficulty in dosing children as they increase in weight is exacerbated by changing PKs. In clinical trials of several ARV agents, direct extrapolation of a pediatric dose from an adult dose, based on a child's body weight or body surface area, was shown to result in an underestimation of the appropriate pediatric dose.3
In summary, use of ARV agents without a pediatric indication is an absolute necessity for treatment of some HIV-infected children, but such off-label use must be done with care. It is essential that a provider consult with a pediatric HIV specialist to identify any particular concerns with each agent, to access any available data from clinical trials or other limited off-label pediatric use, and to investigate the availability of suitable clinical trials.


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Adam David Biehl
Adam David Biehl, 31, of Whipple, died Sunday (March 17, 2013) at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
He was born May 21, 1981 in Marietta to David E. and Deborah Schott Biehl. He was a 1999 graduate of Marietta High School, where he was an excellent athlete for the Tiger football team, and a 2001 graduate of The Ohio State Agricultural Technical Institute. His life was farming on the family farm, where he managed the crops and was in charge of maintenance.
Adam was a member of St. Henry's Catholic Church in Harriettsville. He operated his own business, Tractor Pulling Parts (TPP). He was a member of the National Tractor Pulling Association, and was active in pulling, winning the Regional 2 National Points Championship in 2011, in the Light Pro Stock Class. His tractor, which he built, was called Mule Deere. Adam was very well known in the pulling community, as well as for his mechanical abilities. He was a Marietta FFA Alumni, member of the Black & White Holstein Club, 4-H, Washington County Farm Bureau, the Washington County Farm Agribusiness Program, and the County Corn Club.
Adam is survived by his wife, Amy R. Schramm Biehl and daughters, Alayna and Alyssa, his parents, Dave and Debbie Biehl, brother, Joshua (Jessica) Biehl, all of Whipple, sister, Jenny Seaman (Doug) of Barlow, nieces and nephews, Jozie and Jackson Biehl, and Jordan Seaman, paternal grandfather, Eugene Biehl of Whipple, paternal grandmother, Frances Tidd of Dexter City, maternal grandmother, Betty Schott of Lowell, mother in law, Susan Schramm, father in law, John Schramm, and brother in law, Tyler Schramm, all of Marietta, as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by grandfathers, Charles Schott and Richard Tidd, grandmother, Patricia Biehl and uncle, Dave Schott.
Funeral Liturgy, with Mass, will be at 10 a.m. on Thursday (March 21, 2013) at St. Mary Catholic Church in Marietta, with the Rev. Timothy Shannon as celebrant. Visitation will be at the Marietta Chapel of Cawley & Peoples Funeral Home on Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., with a Vigil Service at 4 p.m. Burial will be in the Berg Cemetery, Fearing Township.
Donations preferred to Peoples Bank, for a trust for his daughters.
Online condolences, as well as other resources related to his service, may be directed to www.cawleyandpeoples.com


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Oregon Beats UC Davis to Move to 4-0 in MPSF
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EUGENE, Ore. - Senior Jana Drummond
hammered in six goals and the University of Oregon lacrosse team
took over first place in the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation
with a 16-13 victory over UC Davis on Sunday at Pape' Field.
Oregon broke the tie between themselves and Denver, but Denver has a match with San Diego State tomorrow at 2 p.m. that could tie the standings back up again.
The Ducks (9-4, 4-0 MPSF) scored three quick goals to open the first stanza of play before UC Davis's (5-7, 2-2 MPSF) Elizabeth Datino got the Aggies on the board to bring the match to 3-1.
Oregon traded goals back and forth with UC Davis before Hannah Mirza tied the match up at 5-5 off the dish from Anna Geissbuhler with a little over nine minutes to play in the half.
Four more ties happened in those final minutes before the match went into intermission tied at 9-9.
Ja. Drummond, who was Oregon's go to player for the match, started off the scoring for the Ducks in the second half, giving the lead back to UO after senior Kristina Barrett found her on the opening play.
But Datino passed the ball off to Mirza following the draw and Mirza tied the match up at 10-10 with only seven minutes elapsed in the second half.
The Aggies went on a 3-0 run behind goals from Datino, Mirza and Guercio to snatch a 13-10 advantage over the Ducks.
Oregon did not go away quietly as sophomore Hayley Milner cut into the UC Davis lead with a goal at 17:12, setting the match at 13-11.
On the next possession after freshman Casey Brogan earned the draw control, she made the pass to Milner, who gave it right back to her and Brogan found the back of the net to put the Ducks down by only one goal, 13-12.
Oregon got a shot at a free position shot after Laura Sunday fouled sophomore Nikki Puszcz and Puszcz used that chance to tie the match up at 13-13 with 15:40 left in the half.
From there the Ducks found their groove and got two goals from Ja. Drummond and one from her sister, senior Jess Drummond to seal the victory for Oregon.
With Ja. Drummond's goals, she also added one assist for a match and team-high seven points. UO also received two goals each from Barrett and Je. Drummond.
Barrett and Milner also collected two assists each.
Mirza led the Aggies with four goals, while Guercio and Datino contributed three apiece. Datino tacked on two assists to lead her team with five points.
In net, sophomore Caroline Federighi (9-3) came up with nine saves to earn the victory while her counterpart, Jordan Majke gloved eight saves, but was credited with the loss, moving her record to 5-7.
The Ducks outshot the Aggies, 30-25, and won the groundball category, 14-9.
Oregon caused UC Davis to commit 13 turnovers, while turning the ball over a season-low nine times in the process.
UO heads to California next for two more important matches. The first is against Stanford on Friday (Apr. 13) in Stanford at 7 p.m. and the second on Sunday against St. Mary's in Moraga, Calif. at noon.
Senior Jana Drummond tallied a season-high six goals, only one off the school record of seven, which she owns...Ja. Drummond also notched a season-high six points...Ja. Drummond is now only three goals away from tying Ilsa van den Berg for most goals in a career (139)...Senior Kristina Barrett is now only nine assists shy from typing Theresa Waldron for most assists in a career (75)...With nine saves on Sunday, sophomore Caroline Federighi now has 173 total for her career while Salliebeth Finnegan now has 202...Senior Jess Drummond leapfrogged her sister, Jana, on the groundballs list, taking over fifth all-time with 88...Ja. Drummond drops out with 87...Ja. Drummond moved into second all-time in draw controls with three on Sunday, putting her in second place as she passed up Alex Breiner...Oregon is now 8-3 all-time against UC Davis and moved their MPSF record to 33-25 and overall program record to 76-63.
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- Conservation easements offer way to keep land for farming
- Example of tax considerations
- A conservation easement is a voluntary agreement between a landowner and a land trust, a private, non-profit organization that works to conserve the land.
- In this type of agreement, the landowner "gifts" the conservation easement to the land trust.
- The landowner, in turn, benefits from federal income tax deductions.
Landowners who want to ensure their farmland will be farmed for generations to come can consider a conservation easement to limit its future development even if they later sell the land.
A conservation easement is a voluntary agreement between a landowner and a land trust, a private, nonprofit organization that works to conserve the land. In this type of agreement, the landowner "gifts" the conservation easement to the land trust. The landowner, in turn, benefits from federal income tax deductions.
"Granting a conservation easement means the development rights for the land have been transferred, by a deed, to an organization qualified under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, such as a land trust," said Gerry Harrison, Purdue Extension agricultural economist. "The organization holding the easement has the responsibility to see the land is not developed for anything other than the landowner's retained purposes, such as agricultural production or perhaps some limited structures such as a homestead."
In other words, the landowner maintains ownership while the land trust ensures that the terms of the conservation easement are followed. The landowners can reserve the right in the conservation easement deed to build a house or farm facilities, and, according to Harrison, they should be careful to consider those options before entering the legally binding contract.
The conservation easement remains in effect even if the land is later sold, giving assurance that the land will be used as the owner had intended.
The standard tax rule for a gifted conservation easement limits the charitable deduction to 30 percent of the donor's contribution base (adjusted gross income computed without regard to any net operating loss carry-back to the taxable year), Harrison said. Amounts not deductible in the year of the gift are carried forward and deducted for up to five years.
Still in force, at least until the end of 2011, is a 2006 federal tax amendment that greatly enhances the deduction for gifts of conservation easements. Generally, for conservation easements, the amendment permits a deduction for the charitable contribution of 50 percent of the contribution base, minus other charitable deductions on the taxpayer's Schedule A, and extends the carryover period from five to 15 years.


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Any additional details?
3 broken panels in a front door & 2 cracked panels in the window at the side of the door


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In ongoing efforts to receive feedback from all concerned parties, the Town of Highland Town Board has scheduled two more opportunities to have questions answered and to offer public comment on proposed Local Law 3, which would ban high-impact industrial activity such as that associated with natural gas drilling, and recent revisions made to the draft.
In addition to the series of meetings and first public hearing already conducted, a work session was held on June 7, during which town attorney Michael Davidoff addressed concerns expressed by interested parties.
While the latest changes to the proposed law were not significant enough from a legal point of view to require a second public hearing according to Davidoff, the town board decided to schedule the additional opportunities to gather public input before the final vote is held.
An informational session with Davidoff has been scheduled for July 3 at 7 p.m. to explain adjustments to the version presented at the last public hearing. A second public hearing will be held on July 9, at 7 p.m. at the Eldred Central School in Eldred. Both sessions were approved at the town board meeting on June 12, where some in attendance expressed their views.
Pam Chergotis, a full-time resident at York Lake in Barryville, argued in favor of Local Law 3. "We have tremendous natural resources here and if we don't adopt this local law to protect us against hydrofracking, we're going to lose all that," she said. "I have FOILed the comments, and overwhelmingly, the taxpayers of the Town of Highland want a ban against hydrofracking. If this were a democracy, this law would be passed tonight."
Jim Hanson, of Beaver Brook Rod and Gun Club, spoke in support of changes that came out of the work session. "I have to commend the board for taking out all the extra garbage that we found offensive as larger property owners that would have affected us," he said. "My concern has always been about having private property rights protected. That's all the hunting clubs are looking for."
Town supervisor Andrew Boyar explained that the work session resulted in some changes to the proposed law with the guidance of Davidoff. A severability clause, allowing for any section or provision of the proposed zoning to be rewritten and voted on without re-writing the entire document, will be retained as part of Local Law 3.
"We came up with a better product to move forward with," Boyar said. "I received a lot of emails saying 'don't wait, move forward.' But I want there to be a demonstration that the people spoke and there were certain concerns and the town board was as responsive as it could be." Boyar thanked the board members for reviewing the approximately 500 comments that were submitted.
Highland Concerned Citizens is urging those who favor Local Law 3 to make their support known to town officials. In an email, they wrote, "Let our elected representatives know that we expect their final vote to reflect what is right for the town as a whole: to protect the health and safety of all residents of the Town of Highland by banning natural gas drilling."
Comments can still be submitted up until the public hearing on July 9. The proposed law can be seen at townofhighland ny.com/index.php, or at the Sunshine Hall Library, or the town clerk's office in Eldred. The final vote has not been set, although it could take place at the town meeting on July 10.
"If we're ready to go and pull the trigger, we'll do it," said Boyar.


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Adding Definitions of "Business Day" and "School Day."
The proposed definition of "day" in the NPRM has been retitled "Day; business day; school day," and amended to add definitions of the new terms, as follows:
- "BUSINESS DAY" means "Monday through Friday, except for federal or state holidays..." The term is used (1) under procedural safeguards, related to pre-hearing disclosure of evidence and evaluations (§300.509(a)(2) and (b)); and (2) in the discipline procedures (§§300.520(b) and 300.528(a)(1)). In addition, the phrase "business days (including any holiday that falls on a business day)" is used under §300.403(d)(1)(ii), related to parental placement of children in private schools if FAPE is at issue.
- "SCHOOL DAY" means "any day, including a partial day, that children are in attendance at school for instructional purposes...including children with and without disabilities." The term is used only with respect to discipline procedures, and appears in §§300.121(c)(1) and (c)(2), and 300.520(a)(1) and (c).
Why Definitions Needed.
Definitions of "business day" and "school day" are needed to implement changes made to Part B by the IDEA Amendments of 1997 (P.L. 105-17). Both terms were added by P.L. 105-17, and were referred to in the proposed definition of "day" (i.e., "means calendar day unless otherwise indicated as school day or business day."). However, the terms were not defined in the NPRM. Based on extensive public comments received requesting definitions of the two terms, and to avoid confusion and ensure that "business day" and "school day" are consistently interpreted by parents and school officials within each school district from state to state, it is important to include definitions of the terms in the final regulations.
Retaining "day" to mean "calendar day."
Except for the change described in footnote 2, below, the NPRM definition of "day" as "calendar day" has been retained in the final regulations, to preserve the timelines that affect the rights of parents and children (e.g. timelines in §300.343 -- related to holding an initial IEP meeting for a child); and in the procedural safeguards in §300.511(a) and (b) (timelines for hearings and reviews); and §300.562(a) (access rights relating to records)). All other timelines in the NPRM have been retained as "calendar days" in the final regulations, including --
- The 30-day public comment period in §300.282;
- The by-pass procedures in subpart D;
- The Department's procedures in §§300.581-300.586 for determining that a state is no longer eligible under Part B; and
- The 60-day timeline under the state complaint procedures in §300.661.
Most of these timelines have been in effect since the initial regulations were published in 1977.
* On October 22, 1997, a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) was published in the Federal Register to amend the regulations under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The purposes of the NPRM were to implement changes made by the IDEA Amendments of 1997, and make other changes that facilitate the implementation of Part B. The changes made since the NPRM are based mainly on public comments received.
2 - The provision in §300.509(a)(3) of the NPRM (which prohibited the introduction of any evidence not been disclosed at least 5 days before a hearing) has been changed to "5 business days," to avoid confusion resulting from having two separate time frames for pre-hearing disclosure in §300.509(b)(1) and ((a)(3) (i.e., 5 days and 5 business days), which could lead to additional litigation costs. The intent of pre-hearing disclosure is to avoid surprise by either party at the hearing.


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One year ago on Jan. 22, 2012, legendary Penn State University football coach Joe Paterno died after a battle with lung cancer. He was 85. Here is a look at his life and career.
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By Kevin Wilson: CNJ staff writer
With two games left in the season, Eastern New Mexico's offense is either the most prolific in the program's history, with 4,556 yards gained through Division II's top passing offense, or close, with 18 points needed to break the school season record of 339.
"The obvious thing is they go 100 miles an hour with that pace," Midwestern State coach Bill Maskill said of his Mustangs' Saturday opponent at Blackwater Draw. "Going that fast, it's hard to prepare for them. They're throwing it every down.
"There's a lot of people who wish they had the stats they've got."
Of course, the Greyhounds would love to have Midwestern's No. 13 ranking, or its 7-2 record (2-2 Lone Star Conference South). But they hope they can settle for an upset to propel them into the offseason.
"It would help us tremendously against a great opponent," Greyhounds coach Mark Ribaudo said. "It would be a great shot in the arm. It would be a big pickup."
The 7 p.m. contest against the Mustangs is the first of a two-game, season-ending homestand for ENMU. Next Saturday, the Hounds host first-year program Incarnate Word in a non-conference affair.
A two-game winning streak to end the season still wouldn't give the Greyhounds anywhere near their first winning season since 2004, but it would help the squad forget a season with three one-possession losses and three separate losses of 11 points or less.
In most of those games, Ribaudo said, it just came down to doing a few more bad things than good things.
"Every week, it's kind of been something different," Ribaudo said. "Last week, we didn't play the run well. The week before, we turned over the ball."
Those are situations the Mustangs have been able to avoid for the most part, but there have been hiccups in a Lone Star Conference South Division where three other teams are nationally ranked. Both of Midwestern's losses have come via last-second field goals — 20-17 against Angelo State and 31-28 against Tarleton State.
"They're an excellent defense," Ribaudo said. "They have a top-rated quarterback (Zack Eskridge). I think they're the best team in the league, to tell you the truth. They're high-powered on offense, their special teams are really good, they're very fast."
Maskill said his defense has been good as long as it avoids the big plays. The problem with defending the Greyhounds — throwing for 440 yards a game — is they can score without the home-run play.
"They throw it short, they try to wear you out," Maskill said. "The team that doesn't get worn out is going to have a good chance at success."
Midwestern State (7-2)
at ENMU (2-7)
7 p.m., Greyhound Stadium.
Radio: KSEL 105.9 FM
Coaches: MSU, Bill Maskill, eighth season, 59-26. ENMU, Mark Ribaudo, fifth season, 17-35.
Last week: The Greyhounds are coming off a 38-31 loss at Texas A&M-Kingsville, while the Mustangs rolled to a 43-16 home victory over Central Oklahoma.
Last meeting: 2008, Midwestern State won 59-16 at Wichita Falls, Texas. The Mustangs lead the all-time series 9-4 and have won the last seven meetings.
Tarleton players to watch: QB Zack Eskridge, RB Marcus Mathis, KR/PR BeeJay Mathis, LB Emmanuel Bagley.
Notes: With two games left in the season, ENMU receivers Jesse Poku and Arvin Jackson are each closing in on Steve Jackson's 1993 season record of 75 receptions. Poku has 63 catches and Jackson has 61. … Freshman PK Taylor Cannon is tied for 23rd in NCAA Division II in field goals (11), and is sixth in the LSC in scoring with 7.1 points per game.


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|GM Elberion
It is a cool, bright evening in late spring. A light breeze takes the edge off the coming summer heat and the sky is high and clear.
It is a typical starday which is about to be... interrupted:
You awoke early this morning and set to preparing the equipment for the day: stretching parchment, cleaning pens, stirring ink, dissecting frogs... as you began you noticed a small envelope tucked under the door.
In a flowing script, the envelope was marked: "Pontia Canario"
Inside you found a note:
You have suffered much and know all too well the dark heart of Westcrown's days. If you would play you part in making a better future for us all, join me this evening for light supper at Vizio's Tavern.
light supper is served at roughly 4pm: some Wiscrani divide their days by meals, even though they might only have two or three themselves.
As you begin your daily preparations, you find a small note tucked under your wayfinder: you recognise Ailyn's hand immediately. It states simply:
"I am heading North. Back soon. Dine with J. at Vizio's Tavern this evening. 4pm."
After you have completed your morning prayers you hear movement in the Inn downstairs.
One of your tutors has mentioned a book on rare local plants which might interest you. As you are searching through the poorly archived 'flora & fauna' section of the library at your school a runner brings you a note.
He stands obediently, awaiting his copper, as he hands you the note. It reads:
"Nicolai Beauturne,
It is with some trepidation that I send you this message. I have been informed by a keen observer that you share my dissatisfaction with the injustices of Wiscrani life.
If this is so, please join me for light supper at Vizio's Tavern this evening. If not, I plead that you destroy this note and forget you ever read its contents.
Yours, in trust,
You awake with a jolt, followed by the deep nagging pain of a hangover.
Even this, however, cannot distract you from the memory of last night: You were supposed to be having a quiet drink with friends and things had got a bit more excited and drunken. You stepped outside to take in some clear, fresh air and bathe in the cool light of the stars.
After a few moments you noticed a woman standing next to you: she stood confidently but relaxed, gave you a glance and then joined you in admiring the stars.
She spoke to you briefly before stepping into the bar, when you pursued she seemed to have disappeared into the Wiscrani night, like smoke or a dream. However, her words stayed with you:
"Hello, Astra Vesper."
You didn't move your head but could sense her light, slightly teasing grin:
"We have a mutual friend, Samuel; he suggested that you should join me for a light supper with friends some time. Tomorrow, perhaps, at Vizio's Tavern."
In Westcrown, 'light supper' is a meal served at roughly 4pm.
|Nicolai Beauturne
Nicolai looked over the note, twice, before looking up. Tossing the messenger the earned copper, he carefully tucked the note in his pocket. "Thank you, that will be all." As he went back to the bookcase, he began wondering just what this meeting was all about. After he would find the book and get back, he could mull it over.
Would Nicolai be familiar with Vizio's Tavern? He would want to know if it's a less reputable dive, so that he could produce a mutagen in case of trouble (he has none prepared right now, and would need an hour's time).
|GM Elberion
Nicolai looked over the note, twice, before looking up. Tossing the messenger the earned copper, he carefully tucked the note in his pocket. "Thank you, that will be all." As he went back to the bookcase, he began wondering just what this meeting was all about. After he would find the book and get back, he could mull it over.
** spoiler omitted **
You don't know the place. You can find the tavern quite easily by asking around but it will require a skill check to find out more: knowledge (local) or diplomacy.
|Daxius Veronius
His weapon at half-guard, he walks briskly down the stairs. If he sees anyone he doesn't recognize, he calls out, "Identify yourself!"
|GM Elberion
** spoiler omitted **
She is dressed for action (a longsword hangs at her side, a chain shirt over her torso and a bow is slung across the far end of the table) but her stance is rather different: she has taken down two of the large, dusty cook-pots from the kitchen cabinet and smiles when she sees you coming, although one hand strays toward her sword when she sees yours:
Is that Darius? Arael said I might find you here.
|Pontia Canario
At the proper time she'll take a moment to wash her hands and cast a quick prestidigitation spell to clean her clothing before leaving (fortunately, as she otherwise would have missed a few splashes of frog's blood on her sleeves). She'll leave a note for Titus and go.
|GM Elberion
|Pontia Canario
|GM Elberion
You know where the tavern is: just off the docks in Rego Scripa. It used to be a hangout for merchant guards but, when Msr. Vizio died, the family abandoned the business a few months ago and went to live with kin in Corentyn. The tavern has stood empty since.
The tavern was bought recently by a half-elf man and a female human, they've been doing the place up very slowly though.
You've heard some people suggest that squatters have recently taken over the place.
|Nicolai Beauturne
|GM Elberion
Two questions. 1) Do I know this J? 2) What do I know about Vizios? (or should I also make the check)
|GM Elberion
|Nicolai Beauturne
Nicolai prepares 2 extracts; shield and cure light wounds. The mutagen he would make increases his Dex by +4, reduces his Wis by -2, and adds a +2 bonus to natural armor.
When rolling for something like that, and you have the DC result listed; after I roll, can I edit the post I made or does it reroll the dice result? Or should I make a double post for my actions after knowing the result?
|GM Elberion
|GM Elberion
See the Vizio's spoiler above.
You've got good enough scores for some synthesis here.
J might well be Janiven, as she is the co-owner of Vizio's tavern.
Janiven is a local merchant guard and tracker. You may even have shared some clients.
She has a reputation for being a bit rash (she recently dragged a client out of a cathouse in his underwear after he refused to leave while the curfew approached) but trustworthy and broadly well-liked.
|Astra Vesper
Astra rubs her eyes to get the sleep out of them and tries to ignore the pounding in her head. She walks over to the basin, one of the few items in the room, and scrubs her face. She looks at her tired face reflecting in the water.
"I've got to stop drinking like I'm a Dwarf." She mumbles to herself, like she has one many such mornings.
She puts on some fresh clothes and fixes her hair to hide her ears.
Disguise:1d20 + 6 ⇒ (2) + 6 = 8
After a her ears poke out of her hair, she gives up and grabs her punching dagger and slips it into the waist of her pants and pulls her shirt over the handle to hide it.
Sleight of Hand:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (18) + 8 = 26
Confident that she'll pass for an ordinary peasant she heads out to make sure she knows where the Vizio's tavern is.
Diplomacy (to gather information):1d20 + 6 ⇒ (18) + 6 = 24
She heads to the tavern when the time approaches for the meeting.
|GM Elberion
Just need to wait for a post or two from Daxius and then you can meet. Huzzar!
She will turn aside any questions with comments about 'Iomedan patience' and asking you to help with more chores. She gets you to draw water from the well and draws victals from her two sacks.
She is making a root vegetable and mutton stew, with fresh bread, local cheese and some small (thin) beer.
As the time nears 4pm she suggests you tidy up and prepare to meet some new friends.
You are a fine lad, thankyou. I'll finish off the stew.
|Daxius Veronius
I don't know what's going on in the other threads, as I haven't been reading the spoilers. Should I be?
Once he's informed of the situation, Daxius lightens up just the slightest bit, and assists with the cooking, then heads back upstairs to suit up at the apppointed time.
Since Janiven feels it's appropriate to be armed and armored for the meeting, Daxius suits up, doning his scale mail and belting on his weapons before heading back down the stairs.
Diplomacy for the Vizio's Tavern spoilers:1d20 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 4 = 7
Edit: No Go.
|GM Elberion
I don't know what's going on in the other threads, as I haven't been reading the spoilers. Should I be?
** spoiler omitted **
Diplomacy for the Vizio's Tavern spoilers:1d20+4
Edit: No Go.
No, you're right: I guess once I've written that many spoiler posts in one go I forget that they're all exclusive.
|GM Elberion
Astra, Hyngrot, Nicolai and Pontia.
You are walking down the street to the tavern from the central town and find yourself keeping uneasy company with three other Wiscrani.
You really wanted to keep a low profile but decide to brazen it out and head straight for the tavern, only to find everyone else heading there instead.
The door swings open before you and an attractive, armed woman in her mid-30s beckons you in. The inn smells of fresh food and warm bread.
Welcome, I am Janiven. We're all friends here. Thankyou for coming, don't hover in the doorway on my account.
Daxius too...
Looking around, you see another stranger and have a moment to look at your fellows properly.
Would everyone describe what they look like and what they first say when put on the spot.
Hyngrot stands 6'4", his skin a light green bordering on gray in color. As he removes his brimmed hat, his head can be seen shaven clean. In dress he wears a heavy long coat down to his ankles, underneath which can be seen metal link of his armor. At one side under the coat he keeps a mean looking blade, the other a heavy hammer used for beating in skulls. On his back is a quiver holding a handful of javelins, and slung over that at the moment is a shield, spikes lining one edge. A satchel is draped across his body.
As Hyngrot removes his hat, he gives a nod to Janiven. "Evening ma'am. Looks like I came for the dinner party." As he says it, he eyes the group of individuals he had entered with.
|Nicolai Beauturne
Nicolai is roughly 5'8", with a slight, spry body. He is wearing fairly nice clothes, like that of a scholar - a light grey coat covers his frame, though underneath it can be seen that he is also wearing newly polished studded leather armor; a blue scarf around his neck, and fine boots. His skin is lightly bronzed, like most Varisians, and his wavy brown hair is combed forward.
His slate grey eyes darting to and fro, looking at the others assembled with him, he then looked toward the woman who called herself Janiven. He gave a slight bow, arms at his sides; a slight jingling sound occurs at this gesture. "Greetings, madame," his thick northern accent showing, "though it seems you're more aquainted with me than I you."
|Astra Vesper
Astra, feeling rather short next to the mountainous Half-Orc, stands at 5' 6", he clothes hang loosely on her skinny frame. A white shirt falls just past her hips and her obviously too long pants fall over her worn leather boots. Her right ear is notched about halfway up and a fading bruise discolors her left cheek. Other than that she appears to be a rather beautiful, raven-haired Half-Elf.
She looks around at the others, dark purple eyes going wide at the sight of two heavily armed and armed people already in the inn. She pauses and glares at Niolai (I'm assuming that he looks like he's a noble here). She comes to Hyngrot last, craning her neck to look at him.
"Well, I think it's safe to say I've never meet you handsome."
She then looks down at her unarmored body with a wry smile.
"Probably safe to say that I came a bit underdressed, too."
She finally looks at Janiven, looking a little abashed.
"And you know me, but looks like I haven't a clue who you are ma'am."
You notice that the shirt appears to be pulled by something tucked in the waistband on Astra's right.
|Pontia Canario
Sorry for not posting sooner; yesterday was kind of frantic. I left work early and my wife and I went to see an interesting cross-cultural interpretation of "A Christmas Carol," performed entirely in tlhIngan Hol (with translations projected above the stage, and a Vulcan narrator). The theater company that did it is going to be doing a couple of other odd interpretations next year--"Bard Fiction" ("Pulp Fiction," as if it were written by Shakespeare), and "Corleone" {"The Godfather," ditto).
Portia enters the tavern, tucks her staff into the crook of one arm, then pulls back the hood of her cloak and looks around, blinking absent-mindedly. "I'm sorry, I had just remembered why Master Canario wanted the frog liver, and I didn't want to forget again." She has mostly Chelaxian features--pale skin, dark eyes, and dark hair, the latter cut short. She's slightly taller than Nicolai, but like the rest of the group is dwarfed by the half-orc. Under her cloak she wears robes, her only visible armament her staff and a poniard at her belt. She continues in a more formal tone, bowing slightly to the woman who let the party in.
"Mistress Janiven, a pleasure to meet you." She looks around at the other three and nods to each in turn. "I am Pontia Canario, scholar."
|Daxius Veronius
At a full six feet tall and over two hundred pounds, Daxius cuts an imposing figure. His long brown hair is swept straight back, and he is cleanly shaven. He's wearing a plain tunic over bulky scale-mail and a longsword at his belt.
Daxius stares with his gold-flecked hazel eyes, brow furrowed, as people continue to filter into his home. He seems increasingly uncomfortable at the intrusion, but manages a polite "Welcome."
He keeps glancing at the half-orc then looking away, as if expecting trouble.
|Pontia Canario
|Daxius Veronius
|Astra Vesper
|Nicolai Beauturne
|GM Elberion
|Nicolai Beauturne
Taking a seat, Hyngrot takes a whiff of the stew before taking a couple bites. "Well, if it's poison, at least we're gettin' a good meal 'fore going out. Name's Hyngrot. And who do be the rest of my dining campanions, aside from Pontia there, the only one of us with enough manners to introduce themselves, myself included. Oh and our hostess Janniven there."
|Daxius Veronius
Daxius stares at Hyngrot for a hard moment, then says "I was wondering why you people were invited here. Apparently so that you could eat the food that I helped to prepare, and then insult my manners." He sits stiffly and takes a sip from a glass of water. "I am Daxius Veronius."
|Astra Vesper
Astra eye's the stew her stomach pointedly reminding her she probably hasn't had anything since last night.
"My apologies, I must have forgotten my manners when I smelled the wonderful food here. I'm Astra Vesper. It seems that Janiven and I have a mutual acquaintance."
She sits down and savors the first bite before hungrily proceeding to down the rest.
|Nicolai Beauturne
Please forgive my rudeness as well; I must say, I'm not used to being invited to feasts by mystery hosts." He takes another spoonful of the soup, I'm Nicolai Beauturne, here from Ustlav. Nice to meet you all.
Nicolai would look over at Hyngrot - while the half-orc looks tame enough, he's heard plenty of tales of orcs looting the western parts of Ustlav.
Hyngrot returns Daxius's stare. "If it's a fight your wantin', I'd be more than happy to oblige. Though I just came to eat your delicious stew with the lady there," nods to Janniven, "and I'm pretty sure she doesn't want us breaking the place up."
|Astra Vesper
|Daxius Veronius
Janniven makes a comic sigh: Come now, gentlemen, Wiscrani are you both and in these days Wiscrani must work together.
I should apologise, I have flung you all together with little warning and this is bound to put people on edge.
She leans over and touches Daxius on the arm I have a find friend who vouches for you and She nods toward Hyngrot, further down the table another fine friend who vouches for you.
She takes in the whole table with her gaze.
Every person here, gathered around this table, has a good heart. I would swear to it. So we'll have no squabbles about manners and instead trust that each of us means well.
First, I should explain who I am: I'm a Wiscrani, through and through, a sellsword is what I appear to most but I have a passion which fires me more than the next fight and the next ale. I care about this city and its people and I intend to do something to help them.
After we've dined I will tell you all why I have called you here, rest-assured I have not made any invitations lightly. Now that's a long speech for me, so I'll hold off for a while.
|GM Elberion
|Astra Vesper
|Daxius Veronius
Sense Motive 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (12) + 8 = 20
Hyngrot gives a snort and mumbles "Sorry" in Daxius's direction.
Perception 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (2) + 7 = 9
Bluff 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (18) + 2 = 20 add 2 if human
Ouch, really wish those rolls had been switched
|Daxius Veronius
"There is no need to apologize; I have not been the most gracious of hosts." Daxius keeps his eyes trained on Janniven as he speaks to Hyngrot, and he grows clearly more agitated by the second. He stands abruptly with such violence that his chair falls over backward.
"Enough of this charade!The inquisitor's face is red, and he looks both angered and fearful. "You will inform us as to whom you expect, Janniven, and why their arrival worries you so. This gathering has all the earmarks of a trap - to what purpose I cannot determine - but a trap nonetheless. Explain yourself, or I will leave forthwith!"
|Nicolai Beauturne
|Astra Vesper
The unarmored rogue starts at the mention of a trap. She looks around trying to find any quick ways to escape if need be.
Perception:1d20 + 10 ⇒ (16) + 10 = 26
Sleight of hand:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (1) + 8 = 9
Ouch, nat 1
Astra slow moves her hand to her left side.
You also notice there appears to be a bulge that looks suspiciously like a handle to a punching dagger.
|Pontia Canario
Sense Motive check: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (18) + 1 = 19
Missed it by *that* much....
Perception check from Astra: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5
Pontia paused for a moment to jot down a note to herself before looking up again to hear what Janniven had to say. "Thank you for the unexpected invitation, and thank you for the meal. Hyngrot, I'm pleased to meet you. Don't hold your reticence against yourself; I might have been better off being less ready to announce my name in front of strangers--though clearly Mistress Janniven knew it already." She'll sit down and eat, focusing on her food to the exclusion of much else.
After Daxius' outburst, she'll look quizzically at him. "I'm sorry; I've missed something here. Trap?" Let's see...the exit is behind me and there's a table in the way...have to remember that if I have to run.


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There are always events going on around campus, making daily life far from boring. Whenever students need a break from studying or just need to have some fun, all they have to do is look up CAB events and see what is going on that night. There are countless clubs to join, whether for athletics or hobbies. Plus, you can start your own club if you aren't satisfied with all that is currently available.Read More
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Twas the night before RAGBRAI, no time to be lazy
All through the house, Meredith was packing like crazy,
"One bag? Seriously?" I sigh with despair
As soon as I realize my stuff won't fit in there.
One last shopping trip was made with great care
With hopes I forgot nothing and have to go back there.
A stop at Bob's WheelWerks to get a road tire
Hoping no flats plague me like fire.
The children were talking, not ready for bed
I pretended I heard nothing and kept packing instead.
"Where is my sleeping bag?" I wondered aloud
"Next time I'll pack early," I ambitiously vowed.
It was two in morning and still no sleep
But at least from the children, there was not a peep.
I knew it was time, and closed my eyes to the night.
Only to waken too soon, to early light.
My mind was racing, lists I do like
What not to forget, helmet, gloves… bike!
"I should have more done," I muttered with dread
But wrote this darn poem instead.
Just a few hours to go, and this adventure will start
It's gonna be awesome I know in my heart.
Still more packing to do, but errands all done
I can't wait for some hot, Iowa RAGBRAI fun.


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(I posted this as a reply to another thread, but since it got no replies, I'm posting here again)
This is my first post. Have spent the last couple of days looking through archives. Very helpful yet I am still quite confused about introducing solids while still maintaining breastmilk as the main food for baby.
My baby is 7m, was EBF till 5.5 m , at which time we started her on solids (rice cereal with EBM, homemade fruits and veggies). She's slept through the night since 3 m but lately has been waking up once or twice a night. And she seems to be putting things in her mouth all the time and also moving her head back and forth (a bit wildly at times). I see all these signs as hunger cues, but my husband points out that it's probably teething. I know she's teething also, but it's tough spending the entire day trying to decipher her actions and trying to figure out if she's hungy. It seems like my entire day is spent wondering anxiously if I should be feeding her again, even though she didn't eat her last meal (solid) at all.
This is a long way of asking, is there a good guideline on how much baby should be eating at given ages? I know every baby is different, but are there some guidelines to follow (as there are for adults, for example). I have the Super Baby Book (which I find to be ridiculous by the way, why would you feed your baby things you don't eat yourself such as brewer's yeast????), but the recommendations in it seem to be much more than what the women on this forum are feeding their babies. And other websites I've visited recommend even more.


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Backstory: My son was born at 37w4d, 7lb 11oz. 15 days old today, has been at 7lb for 4 days. I have been bf him for 15 min, then pumping and bottle feeding the expressed milk. I am getting 20 - 30 ml each pump and it takes 30 plus minutes with dual electric pump. It just doesnt seem enough, my boy is still hungry and i am eager for him to eat more and start gaining. LC says my milk supply probably got behind because he wasnt demanding more due to the weak suck/sleepy baby. His suck has improved and he is more alert now but he is eating everything i pump and i cant seem to satiate him.
Any advice or feedback on what i am doing or could be doing? I fear i may need to supp with formula to get his weight back up.
Thanks in advance!


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"This is probably the worst we've ever seen. Somebody worked really hard to make sure this tree died," said Stan Oka, Urban Forestry Division administrator.
The trees are tripped to the bone.
After more than 40 years of shading and beautifying Kipapa Park, crews had no choice but to cut down a massive monkey pod tree, after city workers said vandals snuffed the life out of it.
"It looks like an ax or a cutting tool was used to remove the bark and the cambium which supports life to the tree," said Austin Braaten, an arborist with the Urban Forestry Division.
"What it does is severe the connection from the top of the tree to the bottom of the tree and it slowly starves," said Oka.
Vandals have already destroyed ten trees in six months, with many of those trees shading city parks for decades.
"I think it's terrible. They've got to find something better to do than pick on than trees," said Mililani resident Gimmy Sarmiento.
He said he's worried such vandalism will hurt what his young son Maya, and one day, what his family, can enjoy.
"We run in the grass, but on a hot sunny day, we like to go under the trees and cool down," he said.
"You want to fix the tree?" KITV4 reporter Lara Yamada asked Maya.
"Yes. I want to fix it," he replied.
"That's $19,000 involved here. This is a crime. A pretty big crime," said Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell.
Caldwell and city council members said it not only hurts trees, it hurts taxpayers, and the city's bottom line.
"It hurts not just the tree, but the community and our budgets. To have to take money away to fix this problem, when we would otherwise fund good programs," said city council member Joey Manahan.
"This is a park tree. This is everyone's tree. It's not for one person to come out here and kill it, because it's affecting everyone," said Braaten.
Caldwell said the vandalism is not only a crime, but because of the value of the trees, it could be a felony.
Because of that, the city is asking people who may know anything about whose vandalizing city trees to call 911.