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Clinch Fish Health
Over the last week I have fished the lower end of the Clinch several times, and after not being on the river since mid-March I was stunned by how poor the fish over 14" look. They are in the worst condition I have ever seen them, extremely skinny and appear to be near death or recovering from a near death experience.
Has anyone else noticed this? I have probably had my hands on 40 fish in the 14"-18" size range in a couple of days in the last week and every one looked terrible.
Would love to hear opinions on what would cause this? Was it the low water for so long? Was it the sediment load in the river during the low water? Was it the lack of a large sulphur hacth? Illness in the river? Or all the above.
Just curious what other folks are seeing and opinions.
Wish I knew, but its been FOREVER since I've been able to go. Last time I was out there was up river and fish were pretty healthy. That was over a month ago.
Your post isn't too encouraging though... :/
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A buddy of mine had told me that he had been seeng this in the larger fish, and I had no idea it was so bad until I saw it first hand.
Really sad, if I return to the Clinch it will be above PO.
Waterwolf, out of curiosity did you check any weeds or rocks or anything for insect life? Are the fish just starving from lack of food? Sounds disturbing, especially since the Clinch has fished well the past couple of years. Hope it improves and the fish are able to survive...
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Their stressed out from the stripers! HA! Are you talking about that black film on the scales of some of the fish?
Who knows? Not enough sowbugs and scuds in the water as their used to be when we had tremendous growth rates IMO. Too many midges overall as a dominant percentage population as there once was. My theory is, they are working too hard for the calories they are taking in. The caloric intake of a scud far exeeds that of a lowly midge.
Time for some more water testing. IF we don't police the river, who will? Norris continues to grow in housing and people, and it's all drained into the Clinch.
Benthic Macroinvertebrates
The benthic (bottom-dwelling) macroinvertebrates supported by a stream are a great indicator of overall stream health due to their variable tolerance of pollution. Generally speaking, mayflies (Ephemeroptera), stoneflies (Plecoptera), caddisflies (Trichoptera), and riffle beetle larvae (Coleoptera) require a relatively pristine environment. Macroinvertebrates highly tolerant of pollution include midge larvae (Diptera), snails (Gastropoda), leeches (Hirundinea), and aquatic worms (Oligochaeta). Organisms such as scuds (Amphipoda), clams (Bivalvia), crayfish (Decapoda), cranefly larvae (Diptera), and aquatic sowbugs (Isopoda), are somewhat tolerant, and are found in a wide variety of water conditions.......High diversity and numbers of macroinvertebrates indicate good water quality conditions, whereas presence of only pollution tolerant species or absence of macroinvertebrates suggests a degraded environment
and the above bold is about all we have now in the Clinch except for a few sulphurs. Time for a good leech pattern! Oh crap, I gave that away! Back in the late 80's and early 90's the river was full of scuds, sowbugs. But maybe the upstream development is hurting the food source?
I know I have posted this before but this was taken at autopsy from a trout on the Clinch years ago. When is the last time anybody has seen "tailing" fish working a weed bed? It was common back in the late 80's. They would nose into the weeds then back up and catch the scuds and sowbugs as they floated downstream.
I am a great admirer of spectator sports, especially on television; it keeps the riffraff off the trout streams.
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I've noticed some skinny fish, Not necessarily snakey, but maybe a little lighter than normal on some fish. I have seen a noticeable difference in fish from the hot access areas as compared to those found throughout the river. Some fish show obvious hand prints from handling. This is often a sign that somethings not right in the river. Healthy fish always appear slick, shiny, and vibrant. The "marked" fish often have discoloration, even a dark tint that looks parasitic and poor scales. This certainly isn't the case for all the fish....but it's apparent on others.
I've seen hand prints many times on the Hiwassee. It happens in when we see hard droughts in the watershed and see the water temps creep near 70. When this happens, Dissolved Oxygen directly correlates to higher water temps.
Tailwaters seem to cycle IMHO.
So many factors go into a healthy tailwater that it can be hard to pinpoint issues when they arise. The Clinch always seems to have a good hold on the most critical issue, that of water temperatures. As long as the water comes off the bottom of Norris Lake....water temps should not be a problem. Obviously, a spilling event over the top of Norris Dam could influence water temperatures depending on time of year etc. So far this year, I've not gotten a temperature higher than 56 degrees anywhere on the river.
Dissolved oxygen could be playing a part in the the fish health. The Clinch does not have a lot of shoals and riffles to help add oxygen to the river as it flows. So basically, the highest DO will be closer to the dam and will slowly fall off as it flows down river. This of course is debatable, perhaps some DO monitors could be placed periodically along the river to monitor this and to know if it's an issue or not.
The food base of the river will rise and fall with any water quality issues. I've noticed some really thick hatches this year, and some that are sporadic to non-existent. I think the declining scud/sow bug numbers over the years is a direct result of didymo and siltation. You can still find them in the green mosses and grasses, but those areas are few and far between anymore. I've noticed a lot less midges on the lower river this season. No clue as to why. Good news is there is a **** of a black caddis hatch happening now.
Anyway, lots of rambling here on my part....with no answers. Some of the fish look great, some don't. Obviously, they don't all look like they did in years past and there is an issue, or two out there that need addressing.
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Food base is normal from what I have seen, there are plenty of scuds, sowbugs, midges, blackflies, black caddis, and still quite a few sulphur nymphs. It isn't a lack of food.
No signs of handling damage on any of the fish I reference, they all appear to be perfect other than a massive weight loss.
DO in the Clinch is great, and will always be great so long as the water stays cold as it usually does, and the weir is still in place.
My hypothesis:
1.) The food is there, is it in the same quantities as in years prior? I have no idea and it would be really difficult for most to determine whether it is or isn't. I don't know of a biomass size study ever being done on the river. So I personally don't feel food is an issue, if it were than the effects would show in all fish, not just the larger fish.
2.) I personally feel the atrocious flows TVA ran during the spring and early summer caused water temps to spike, resulting in lower DO, increased crap in the river (sediment/didymo), and less feeding opportunities for larger fish. Those factors which did happen could easily result in what is being witnessed on the lower river. As most probably know the larger fish prefer to feed during times of increased flow as it dislodges more bugs and feeding consumes much less energy.
I personally feel it all revolves around the flows the river had thrust on it for 3 months earlier this summer. Could it be a result of an over predation on the food source? Sure, and the trash fish (brook trout) would be a good place to start looking for a cause. Forever there was not the increased pressure on the food base which is now present with the introduction of another species. However, at the same time it may have no impact, and my disdain for the trash species may be clouding my judgement.
Dissolved oxygen or lack there of...is a problem from PO downward due to higher water temperatures and silt issues. I have found some seriously high temperatures (mid 60s) in the river from mid-tailwater downward. The EPA really needs to spend more time up in the Coal Creek Watershed. It is continually puking fresh mud from somewhere and tons of trash. I suspect much of the runoff is from coal mining operations. With only pulses during the morning; the silt sits on the bottom and cakes under the sun. The pulse does enough to stir it back up; but, not clear it out.
The water quality from Eagle Bend down is atrocious....
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This is interesting, and sad to hear to say the least. I however have not fished much at all this summer. What time I have fished I have fished above the weir. The fish up there seem to be healthy for he most part, alittle on the smaller side then what I have seen in years past. I can not speak of anything on the lower side, however during the sulpher hatch all the fish down low seemed to be heathy. Again this was around the April time frame.
Lower flows I would say have an effect on things, How about the unseasonably hot days that we have had? If the water temps haven't got over 60 then I really don't see that the heat could be a problem, but if the water temp has gotten hot then it could, I guess.
I would like to hear some reports of how the fish look on the upper end of the river? Mike, or Phil have any of you guys talked to Jermey latly? I know he always catches nice fish, and I would like to hear how he has done this summer and his takes on things.
"Really sad, if I return to the Clinch it will be above PO. "
Going back to combat fishing jim?
Also how is the trout in the Holston doing, I know that river hasn't been seeing good healthy flows as well this year, and with the hot summer I woould think it's in worst shape then the Clinch.
Got this fatty last night, seemed really healthy. got into backing, healthy.
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Aliens vs. Predator ReviewBy Jason D'Aprile - Posted Feb 18, 2010
Aliens vs Predator returns and, while the game gets some elements right, it's too bogged down in ancient game mechanics to be a winner. With three short, flawed campaigns for single players and a variety of passable multiplayer games, it's a lopsided production that will disappoint even the most ardent fan.
The Pros
- Excellent character models
- Aliens are fun to use
- Multiplayer is rather fun
The Cons
- Looks like a 2010 game, plays like a 1999 one
- Insanely frustrating control issues with targeting and kill moves.
- Marine campaign is completely uninspired
Way back in 1999, developer Rebellion finally made the dreams of sci-fi-loving gamers everywhere come true. They managed to develop a game based on the Alien and Predator film franchises that lived up to expectations. The first-person shooter captured the elements of each race in an exceptional way, and provided PC gamers with a thrilling blend of horror and action. Sadly, what worked over a decade ago doesn't necessarily work now, and after playing Rebellion's Aliens vs Predator reboot, it appears that they're still partying like it's 1999.
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That's not to say Aliens vs. Predator is without merit. It's still fun to scamper across darkened ceilings as a Xenomorph (the technical name for the Aliens), drop down on unsuspecting, terrified Marines and eat their brains. As a Predator, there's still a sense of menacing satisfaction when tracking prey through the jungle, then jumping down and ripping their spine and head out. Even the uninspired colonial marine campaign has its moments -- especially near the end when some epic firefights occur.
But all in all, it's only in fleeting moments where the game really thrives. The story unfurls like a continuation of the god-awful movies, in which Lance Henrikson plays the head of the self-serving and vile Weyland-Yutani corporation. Weyland (now basically cloned over and over) is utterly obsessed with harnessing the Xenomorphs and using them as a bioweapon to make his corporation rich. To that end, he's using an entire base as his personal science lab.
When Weyland discovers an ancient Predator ruin, a signal is inadvertently sent out to the hunters to come and do what they do best. Aliens escape and chaos ensues; there's not a shred of originality in the set-up. The game's dogged use of standards from the movies—right down to all the same sound effects--is partially understandable, yet, ultimately, it feels lazy in presentation.
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The Predator campaign is hardly an improvement in game design, and suffers from the same sort of linear pacing. What's worse is that Rebellion has actually made the Predator feel wimpy. Although it's hard to imagine, your Predator is weak, goes on the hunt barely equipped, and only gets new weapons as the story dictates. He also has to find energy sources to suck up to power his gear, which is a suspect game mechanic at best.
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The controls for both extraterrestrials are the biggest problem. Targeting in the game is simply sloppy. Since you'll spend a lot of time in melee combat, the game ideally should have a targeting system that makes focusing on prey simple. Instead, you suffer through an impossibly twitchy targeting control that usually leaves you overshooting your enemies with your back exposed and no idea where they are.
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Thankfully, there is multiplayer, and it's entertaining in spots, but it won't force you off any online shooters you might be currently playing. Pitting the three races in a variety of deathmatch and species-based games is generally fun. Each species has their own special game, such as Predator Hunt, a Juggernaut variant in which one player takes the role of a Predator seeking to hunt down opponents. If he gets killed, he's replaced by his assassin. The Xenomorph version tasks a player with infecting all of the Marines on a map. Most of the multiplayer maps, much like the single player levels, are merely serviceable. There are two excellent co-op survivor maps, in which up to four marines battle endless waves of Xenomorphs, not unlike Horde mode in other shooters. The multiplayer is fun, but not deep enough to draw much lasting power for many players.
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Aliens vs. Predator isn't an awful game, but it is incredibly disappointing since Rebellion appears to have done so little with the source material . It's a hard sell when there are significantly better shooters available, both online and offline. While the game isn't a total loss, there's just not enough here to make the game recommendable. As it is now, AvP is mostly a visually updated version of an eleven year-old game, and that's not what fans of the franchises or first-person shooters deserve.


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Nikola Tesla was a major contributor to the electrical revolution that transformed daily life at the turn of the twentieth century. His inventions, patents, and theoretical work formed the basis of modern AC electricity, and contributed to the development of radio and television. Like his competitor Thomas Edison, Tesla was one of America's first celebrity scientists, enjoying the company of New York high society and dazzling the likes of Mark Twain with his electrical demonstrations. An astute self-promoter and gifted showman, he cultivated a public image of the eccentric genius. Even at the end of his life when he was living in poverty, Tesla still attracted reporters to his annual birthday interview, regaling them with claims that he had invented a particle-beam weapon capable of bringing down enemy aircraft.
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I had always thought of Tesla as having been someone who looked within himself to answer the great questions of life, and this book seems to agree with that notion. As someone who is also rather introspective, I appreciated the idea that Tesla turned to his own mind for answers and created his own circumstances for his early success.
If you are the type of history buff that will get lost in an old black and white photo for minutes at a time, marveling at how things have changed, this author has you covered. There are plenty of photos and diagrams in this book of Tesla, his inventions and his previous places of employment. I was intensely drawn to the photo of Edison's Machine Works and the photo of the inside of the machine shop at Wardenclyffe.
Rather than viewing Nikola Tesla in a celebratory way, this book takes a neutral and impartial stand of the inventor, neither praising nor degrading him for his work nor his decisions. The author has researched and presented material that tells the story of a man from humble beginnings who did many great things, and made some choices that were most regrettable in terms of his own preservation.
After reading this, my opinion is pretty simple. I believe Tesla would be proud of this biography. Perhaps just as proud of this as he would be of the unit of measurement named after him.
While Tesla may not be the household name that Edison has turned out to be, for any serious scholar of the age of invention, he will always be an important contributor to many things that we take for granted as every day convenience today.
I feel this is an important book and one that should be shared with the younger generation. Teachers, parents and anyone who is interested in the history of invention and pioneers of their time would benefit from this book. I thank the author for the hard work and dedication they have shown in writing this.
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Foul ballJuly 18,2013
Agreement in the Senate allowing confirmation of several of President Obamas executive nominees perpetuates the pattern of eleventh-hour deal-making that has paralyzed Congress. The running joke these days is about the polls that show Congress to be less popular than a fill-in-the-blank villain of your choosing: North Korea, Osama bin Laden, the New York Yankees. The latest deal is not likely to improve things.
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid had threatened to pursue a rules change with a simple majority vote that would ban filibusters for executive appointments. He did so in response to the Republican practice of using the filibuster to block routine business, in effect sabotaging the federal government.
One of the noteworthy acts of obstruction was the refusal of Republicans to allow a vote to confirm Richard Cordray as director of the new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Republicans had opposed the creation of the bureau, which is said to enjoy wide public support. It was the special project of Elizabeth Warren, who is now the much lionized senator from Massachusetts. But on that score, Republicans lost, and the Democrats won. Congress passed and Obama signed a law creating the bureau. Republicans, enacting the role of sore losers, took advantage of the unique rules of the Senate to prevent confirmation of the bureaus new director.
The filibuster rules are sore loser rules. Even after the American people have cast their ballots, electing a Congress and a president, and even after the Congress and president have passed a law, the filibuster allows the loser to win by thwarting the action of the majority.
The present Congress has earned a historic degree of public disdain because Republicans in the Senate have used the filibuster rule to block almost everything. Instead of conducting the everyday business of state, holding hearings and passing laws, members of the Senate are forced to cater to the will of the minority, which can block the will of 59 senators by the insistence of 41 to use the filibuster.
The classic filibuster has a senator standing at his or her desk speaking for hours on end in order to block action. There is a Jimmy Stewart-like heroic quality to it. That isnt the way the filibuster rule is used these days. Instead, Minority Leader Mitch McConnell lets it be known that he would use a filibuster to block a particular action and so his virtual filibuster is considered to be an actual filibuster and action on a bill or a nominee is halted.
Reid had lost his patience. He threatened what was called the nuclear option a mere 51 senators could vote to change the rules, preventing the use of the filibuster on executive nominees. The Republicans made dire warnings about the tantrum they would throw. They warned Democrats that they would regret limiting the effectiveness of the filibuster when the day arrived that they were the minority.
Enshrining the power of the minority in the rules of the Senate is a perverse legacy of oligarchic rule. After all, when a minority has the power to impose its will on a majority, the process resembles the rule of landed aristocracy or slave-owning planters or elite financiers more than it does democratic rule. In our day, Republican insistence on its minority privileges has leveraged the power of Wall Street to slow financial reform that was meant to protect the broad American public.
Eventually, Reid got a compromise that averted the nuclear option. Most of the list of appointees will be confirmed, though he acceded to Republicans who wanted to block two labor board appointees.
What Reid did not win was an end to the pattern of legislative blackmail that Republicans have used to get their way. They are the kid who threatens to take his bat and go home unless he is allowed to pitch.
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Perinatal Depression
Having a baby can be one of the biggest and happiest events in a woman's life. While life with a new baby can be thrilling and rewarding, it can also be difficult and stressful at times. Many physical and emotional changes can happen to a woman when she is pregnant and after she gives birth. These changes can leave new mothers feeling sad, anxious, overwhelmed or confused. For many women, these feelings go away quickly. But when these feelings persist or get worse, professional help is needed.
The term perinatal depression encompasses a wide range of mood disorders that can affect a woman during pregnancy and after the birth of her child. It includes prenatal depression, the "baby blues," postpartum depression and postpartum psychosis. Between 15 and 20 percent of all women experience some form of pregnancy related depression or anxiety. Prenatal (during pregnancy) depression affects between 10 and 20 percent of women. Symptoms of prenatal depression include:
- Crying
- Sleep problems (not due to frequent urination)
- Fatigue
- Appetite disturbance
- Loss of enjoyment of activities
- Anxiety
- Poor fetal attachment
The "baby blues" (which occurs after the baby is born) affects as many as 80 percent of new mothers. "Baby blues" symptoms are usually resolved within two weeks of delivery. These symptoms can include:
- Feeling overwhelmed
- Irritability
- Frustration
- Anxiety
- Mood changes - mom is elated one minute, and crying the next
- Feeling weepy and crying
- Exhaustion
- Trouble falling or staying asleep
"Postpartum depression" affects 10 to 20 percent of new mothers, with the following symptoms continuing more than 14 days:
- Frequent episodes of crying or weepiness
- Persistent sadness
- Fatigue
- Feelings of inadequacy or guilt
- Sleep and/or appetite disturbances
- Irritability/mood changes
- Overly intense worries about the baby
- Difficulty concentrating, making decisions or remembering things
- Lack of interest in the baby, family or activities
- Anxiety is a prominent symptom and may manifest as bizarre thoughts and fears, such as obsessive thoughts of harm to the infant
- Feeling overwhelmed
- Headaches, chest pains, heart palpitations, numbness and hyperventilation
Postpartum psychosis is a very rare condition that usually includes auditory hallucinations and delusions and, less frequently, visual hallucinations. Affecting only one or two women per thousand, this is an emergency requiring hospitalization.
Postpartum psychosis usually appears within the first few days to a month after delivery, but can occur any time during the first year. Symptoms may appear abruptly. This disorder has a five percent suicide rate and a four percent infanticide rate. Postpartum psychosis is a severe but treatable emergency, requiring immediate admission to a psychiatric facility. If you suspect a woman might be experiencing postpartum psychosis, she must be separated from her infant and provided with immediate assistance.
A woman who recognizes that she has symptoms of depression may be inhibited by denial, shame, fear, and/or lack of energy from discussing her symptoms with her provider. Women should be encouraged to be open about their feelings, to seek help, and to feel that depression is not shameful and does not make her a bad mother.
The two most common forms of treatment for depression are psychotherapy and medication. The type of treatment will depend on the severity of the depression. Treatment has an 80 to 90 percent success rate in patients. The earlier treatment is initiated, the better the prognosis.
For more information on perinatal depression contact your Local County Health Department or your Local County Office of Mental Health.


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I have a '69 big block that was built in Nov. of '68 if that helps. I can take some pics and post when I get a chance.
What build date is your L89 car? Also the hose on the base going to the flame arrestor... Is it original as well? Also does anyone know of how many variations of the printing on the underside of the lid?
Maybe I should have included open element Z28 cars as well..


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Located in the heart of São Mamede Natural Park, Quinta da Dourada is a privileged place for nature lovers. With the nearest road at about 1 km away, Nuno Malato Correia is glad to share with you a place "where silence makes time stop". In the soft lulling of the end of the afternoon breeze, besides the cheerful chant of the birds and the waving of the lime-tree leaves, a tree with more than 300 years old, you won't hear anything else. If you want to understand the emotion Nuno feels for this special place, ask him the reason for the oxblood colour which gives soul to Dourada. Just try not to mention football, because he is completely "fanatical" about SL Benfica and the conversation may end up badly.


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Ten subscribers to the Red Oxx newsletter won autographed copies of James Patterson's "Kill Me If You Can." Red Oxx's own Sky Train Carry-on Bag is mentioned on page 129 as the "world's most efficient carry-on."
Sent to your email about every three or four months (quarterly), our Field Report email newsletter features packing tips, travel guidelines, adventure stories, CEO Jim Markel's trips, and new gear introductions. Winners will be notified by email and announced on Facebook, Twitter and here at Redoxx.com. Red Oxx zealously guards your email address and guarantees your privacy.
Editor of African Hunter Magazine Reaps High Praise
Anthony "Ant" Williams is the Editor for African Hunter and African Fisherman magazines, both are the premier sportsman's magazines in the outdoor safari field. Ant doesn't throw his opinions around lightly. Each and every piece of his safari gear has to be top notch. In many ways, out in the bush the quality of your equipment becomes a matter of life or death. Here he graces our pages with heartfelt praise for our Gator, PR-5, Tri-fold and Flat Dog Gun Slip.
One of my favourite booths at both the Dallas Safari Club and SCI conventions, is the Red Oxx stand. Not only for the racks of bags, pouches, and accessories they carry, and the oft overlooked little nik-nak which once you own you never knew how you lived without, but also for the people there. I have seldom met a crew so enthusiastic and even passionate about what they do. Owners Jim and Perry have really taken their work to new levels and are constantly thinking outside the box to develop and cater to the adventurer's every carry need. Although the hunting fraternity was not the starting point for the company, it has grown over the years to become one of their favourite outlets.
Founded in 1986, Red Oxx manufacturing of Montana started as a small U.S. regional brand and their products were marketed exclusively through local sportsman's shows. Then one fateful day a Safari Club International member spotted them at the Dakota Deer Classic and the rest is history as they say. Soon they were exhibiting at the big show and now moving into the 2010 season they have expanded their booth again and continue to add venues.
As their famous trademarked slogan says "Not sold at a store near you" you either have to find them at home in Billings Montana, the shows or on the Internet. For the direct model is the only way of this hard charging brand. The company boasts an excellent website that is full of information about selecting the right gear for your next adventure. With over 25% of their online customers being international, the Red Oxx has leveraged the technology of the day and has become the new choice for seasoned safari hunters.
I have been fortunate over the years to test many of their products, and frankly have become a bit of an addict. I do probably have more carry-on bags and clever little pouches than I need, but it is always fun to brag. More importantly, I have found that they always deliver on quality and function, and really, one can never have too many bags. If I have a complaint about the Red Oxx range, it is that their high quality, robust and shiny stainless steel fittings attract more than just the attention of a passing ostrich. I seldom use anything other than Red Oxx bags on my travels, but have become weary of the airline's baggage handler's abilities to "lose" the fancy straps (and of course stainless steel fittings) off my luggage! Always a good excuse to call by Jim and Perry to pick up more.
One of the perennial favorites at the convention is the carry on trio of a PR 5 Safari Beano, Tri Fold Toiletry Kit and the Gator personal item carry-on. This three bag combination fits all the airline carry on regulations for international travel. Another lightweight necessity in the field is the Flat Dog Rifle Slip. These handy slips keep the dust off the weapon while it is stowed in the vehicle rack during transport. A new innovation seen at the 2009 conventions was the CPA Brief Case. Designed for the general traveler needing a comprehensive business carry-all, we tested it in Africa.
More and more professional hunters live and work by the flexible technology offered by laptops, and carry all manner of paraphernalia around with them – booking sheets, hunt permits, gun and professional licenses… it soon piles up. With foam padding to keep the laptop safe, one still has plenty of room for all of this, and even a change of clothes, just in case the odd angry buffalo gets the adrenaline running down the back of your legs (you know, that brown stuff!), or a leopard turns your favorite shirt into ribbons.
The CPA briefcase has the same features as the Metro briefcase; internal file separators on each wall of the bag. One is sewn down to keep your files or magazines in place, while the other is left open to the bottom so you can secure your laptop out of the way. The separators have pockets for disks, business cards, and writing utensils. On the exterior of the bag you have access to four pockets, including two with "Red Oxx snap closures" that expand to fit your needs.
In fact, their range is endless and their drive to come up with purpose built products for every eventuality, it is difficult to walk away from their booth without buying something they know you needed. With satisfaction guaranteed and a lifetime guarantee, their products come with some serious backing. And with over 40 designs in 12 colors the Red Oxx product line sets the standard for 21st Century safari style, too.
If you plan on attending the yearly conventions be sure to stop by the Red Oxx booth and view these quality products in person. Both Company owners Jim Markel and Perry Jones will be on hand to answer any traveling questions and assist in you in finding the correct Red Oxx item for your next safari.
This article appeared on pages 44-45 of African Hunter Magazine Vol. 15 No. 4. Special thanks to Anthony "Ant" Williams for permission to use the article.
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From seller's listing..."CAR WAS APPRASIED FOR MORE THAN $130000-DUE TO THE FACT IT IS 1 OF 3 THAT WERE ORDERED IN 1968 WITH STRIPE DELETE AND THIS COLOR""CAR ALSO HAS ORIG SHOCKS,FACTORY PAINTED WHEELS AND SPARE"Would the factory have painted the rally wheels orange?Paul
I've seen other 68 Z's with body colored rally's. No good idea why...
"On the issues with Jerry" section of the Ebay report, check the 4th paragraph in which the distributor number is short one numeric. It is most likely a (1) .. All else is sooo specific.. Mebbee a typo.?.?


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~ Michel Le Tellier, French Secretary of War, Chancellor under Louis XIV, devout Catholic; sang the canticle of Simeon "Nunc dimittis" (Luke 2:29-32) just before dying at the age of 82.


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FAQs about Peace Corps in Lesotho
|FAQs about Peace Corps
For information see Welcomebooks
You will receive reporting instructions from the Office of Staging approximately two weeks before your staging. In the meantime, here are some answers to questions frequently asked by new trainees.
I have just been accepted for an assignment in Lesotho; is there anything I should be doing to get ready?
Submit an updated copy of your résumé to the country desk (send e-mail to firstname.lastname@example.com) along with your personal statement as requested in the invitation kit. Complete and submit your passport application to SATO Travel. Be sure you have completed all of your medical and dental requirements. You must be medically cleared before you arrive at the staging! If you are not sure of your clearance status, contact the Office of Medical Services.
We strongly encourage you to take advantage of the resources suggested in this Welcome Book. You will receive several weeks of intensive instruction in-country, but the more familiar you are with Lesotho before arriving there, the less difficulty you will have adjusting to the new culture.
- 1 How much luggage am I allowed to bring to Lesotho?
- 2 What is the electric current in Lesotho?
- 3 How much money should I bring?
- 4 When can I take vacation?
- 5 Will my belongings be covered by insurance?
- 6 Do I need an international driver's license?
- 7 Should I bring gifts for friends and my host family?
- 8 Where will my site assignment be when I finish training?
- 9 Can I call home from Lesotho?
How much luggage am I allowed to bring to Lesotho?
Refer to your welcome packet before you go.
Lesotho is designated a winter country... and it does get cold. So it gets Peace Corps winter country allowance for bags.
Most airlines have baggage size and weight limits and assess charges for transport of baggage that exceeds those limits.
The Peace Corps has its own size and weight limits and will not pay the cost of transport for baggage that exceeds these limits. The Peace Corps' allowance is two checked pieces of luggage with combined dimensions of both pieces not to exceed 107 inches (length + width + height) and a carry-on bag with dimensions of no more than 45 inches. Checked baggage pounds total with a maximum weight allowance of 50 pounds for any one bag.
Peace Corps Volunteers are not allowed to take pets, weapons, explosives, radio transmitters (shortwave receivers are permitted, and are a good source of news), automobiles, or motorcycles to their overseas assignments. Do not pack flammable materials or liquids such as lighter fluid, cleaning solvents, hair spray, or aerosol containers. This is an important safety precaution.
What is the electric current in Lesotho?
Electrical appliances run on 240 volts. Your laptop should be able to handle it. Check the adapter. There is a distinct possibility that you will not have electricity at your site, we recommend that you wait to purchase any electrical appliances you may need until you have seen your particular living situation. That being said, nearly all recent groups have brought laptops and found ways to charge them. Most shops, or at least shops in district capital cities, will have ways to charge your laptop and cell phone. For the most rural volunteers - the longer the battery life the better.
How much money should I bring?
Volunteers are expected to live at the same level as the people in their community. They are given a settling-in allowance and a monthly living allowance, which should cover their expenses. Often Volunteers bring additional money for vacation travel to other countries. Credit cards and traveler's checks are preferable to cash. If you choose to bring extra money, bring the amount that will suit your own travel plans and needs.
When can I take vacation?
Each Volunteer begins accruing two vacation days per month of service after being sworn in. During your nine-week training period, the first three months of service, and the last three months of service, you are not eligible to take vacation.
These first months in your site are important for establishing good relations with the community and host agency. For this reason, you are encouraged to remain at your site. Volunteers often state an interest in traveling and learning about other cultures as one of the reasons for joining the Peace Corps. Therefore, the Peace Corps encourages Volunteers to use their vacation time to travel around Lesotho and other countries in the region, rather than vacationing in the United States.
Will my belongings be covered by insurance?
The Peace Corps does not provide insurance coverage for personal effects; Volunteers are ultimately responsible for the safekeeping of their personal belongings. However, you can purchase personal property insurance before you leave. If you wish, you may contact your own insurance company; additionally, insurance application forms will be provided, and we encourage you to consider them carefully. Volunteers should not ship or take valuable items overseas. Jewelry, watches, radios, cameras, and expensive appliances are subject to loss, theft, and breakage, and in many places, satisfactory maintenance and repair services are not available.
Do I need an international driver's license?
Volunteers in Lesotho do not need to get an international driver's license because they are prohibited from operating privately owned motorized vehicles. Most urban travel is by bus or taxi. Rural travel ranges from buses and crowded minibuses to trucks and lots of walking. On very rare occasions, a Volunteer may be asked to drive a vehicle. Should this occur, the Volunteer may obtain a local driver's license. Your U.S. driver's license will facilitate the process, so bring it with you just in case. Bring your US drivers license if you plan to travel outside of Lesotho during vacations. A plain U.S. License will be accepted in all of the countries in Southern Africa. Again, Lesotho Volunteers are typically prohibited from driving in Lesotho.
Should I bring gifts for friends and my host family?
While this is not required, some Volunteers have brought gifts to share. A token of friendship is sufficient; do not get carried away. Some gift suggestions include household items (sheets or tablecloths in American styles); knickknacks for the house; photos, books, or calendars of American scenes; souvenirs from your area; hard candies that will not melt or spoil; pens, crayons and colored pencils for children, or photos to give away. You will live with a host family during part of your training, and it is a common practice to bring them small gifts.
Where will my site assignment be when I finish training?
This is the most common question asked of the Lesotho desk by trainees. Peace Corps/Lesotho staff will make site assignments after they get to know each trainee, usually during the last few weeks of training. This reflects our desire to make the best match possible between an individual's skills, experience, and interests and the specific needs at each site.
Can I call home from Lesotho?
Most phone service is cellular, and landlines are rare to non-existent outside of Masseru. Cell phones with sim cards (pay as you go) are readily available for purchase and affordable on a living allowance. Calls to America are not cheap, so look for cheap ways for your families to call you. International phone service, by cell phone, to and from Lesotho is reasonably good in the cities and most sites have cell service with limited cellular internet. Calling cards may be used from some telephones—check with your international long-distance company to see if it provides services in Lesotho. You can buy international calling cards in the capital city and use a "public phone" or a land line at Peace Corps Lesotho headquarters but this is inconvenient. Depending on your assignment, You may not be able to receive calls from home while at your site. (Most sites are covered but not all, and cellular service for regions can be dropped for frustratingly long periods. However, in general, most volunteers buy a pay-as-you-go cell phone, and are able to make and receive calls. Calling America gets expensive very quickly (read: pay-as-you-go), but text messaging is the way of the future! Make sure your family members at home have international text message options on their phones.


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Sometimes, the more you know about a song the less you enjoy it. You start out thinking the singer of some ballad totally identifies with your situation, then later find out most musicians are creepy sex maniacs, and boring at the same time.
With that in mind, here's six popular songs that aren't nearly as awesome once you find out what they actually mean.
6Bryan Adams "Summer of '69"
This annoying as all get out little ditty from Bryan Adams' Reckless album has been a staple of wedding dances for over two decades now. And it's no wonder, people love to reminisce on days gone by when life was simpler and anything seemed possible. But what exactly is Bryan Adams reminiscing about?
It seems straightforward enough. He bought a guitar, played it until his fingers bled, started a band, the band broke up because Bryan Adams blows, he met a chick, she didn't realize he was going to grow up to be Bryan Adams so she made out with him. Those were the best days of his life, and ours, because we hadn't heard that song from the Robin Hood soundtrack yet.
What It's Actually About:
Some people speculate that Adams may be singing about, um, something else. Here's a hint, complete this sentence ... "Wine me, dine me, __ me." Still not getting it? Fine, some people think he may be singing about oral sex. Just what we like to think about when it comes to Bryan Adams.
And as you'll notice in a few of the songs on this list, the dirty, double meaning that sounds like it was thought up by a horny 12-year-old often turns out to be true. In an online interview, Adams said: "One thing people never got was that the song isn't about the year 1969. It's about making love, a la '69!" A la '69? What a dork. Then there's the interview with the Binghampton Press & Sun Bulletin where Adams confirmed "the title comes from the idea of '69 as a metaphor for sex," confirming he has both a child's sense of humor and understanding of metaphors. Anyway, coming from the source itself, that seems pretty convincing.
Jim Vallance, the song's co-writer has said, "Bryan Adams is a great writer, a great singer, and a great friend. He's entitled to his recollections as to what inspired the song 'Summer Of '69.' My recollections just happen to be different than his." So who's telling the truth? As a default, we always choose not to believe the guy who claims Bryan Adams is a great writer. We're pretty sure Adams himself wouldn't even say that. There's also the fact that Adams didn't turn 10 until November of 1969, and we refuse to believe Bryan Adams was a cooler 9-year-old than us.
Unfortunately, pretty much every single sign points to "Summer of '69" being another ill-fated attempt by Bryan Adams to be edgy, like that time he dressed like Kurt Cobain for a year or so back in the '90s.
Kurt Cobain - awesome = Bryan Adams
5The Rolling Stones "Angie"
With the possible exception of "Wild Horses," no Rolling Stones ballad is more beloved than "Angie." The mournful lyrics speak clearly of the sadness of love lost, which is strange coming from a guy who tends to sing songs like "Under My Thumb," where the lyrics suggest a relationship dynamic somewhere between groupie and sex slave.
But a popular rumor suggests that Mick may be singing about something far more disturbing than romantic heartbreak.
What It's Actually About:
Some claim the "Angie" in the song is Angela, the now ex-wife of David Bowie. Lending credence to that claim is that the former Mrs. Bowie herself is one of the ones making that claim. According to her, after returning home from a trip, she walked into her bedroom to find Bowie and Jagger in bed together. While their thin white dukes weren't in action at the time, they did just happen to be nude. And probably high, skinny to the point of borderline anorexia and, even in the post coital glow of dude-loving, far more attractive to most chicks than any of us ever will be.
Yes, the song you've probably dedicated to your ex-girlfriend is about the heartbreak someone else felt upon finding out you boned David Bowie.
While Jagger and Bowie understandably deny the incident ever happened, Bowie's wife has for the most part stood by her story. Adding fuel to the fire, after she divorced Bowie she wrote a book and made a famous appearance on the Joan Rivers Show in which she reiterated her belief that Jagger and Bowie had indeed been having sex shortly before she walked in.
Now, Keith Richards does say he came up with the chord sequence and title a full year before the incident that allegedly inspired the song. It's not known where Richards snorting his father's ashes fits in that timeline, but it is widely speculated that Keith Richards' perception of the time-space continuum is utterly fucked, even if he's not just fudging it to protect Jagger's reputation.
For the rest of us, there's the simple fact that around the time he got caught by a woman named Angela in bed with David Bowie, Mick Jagger wrote a song about the haunting, sad eyes of a girl named Angie. And then there's this picture, taken around that time.


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Don Pardo, the longtime announcer for "Saturday Night Live," died Monday in Tucson, Arizona, according to published reports. He was 96 years old.
Pardo was with "Saturday Night Live" from the show's first episode in October 1975, and performed the introductions for 38 seasons, missing only Season 7.
He was also the announcer for television game shows "The Price Is Right" and "Jeopardy!"
Pardo's death was confirmed by his daughter, Dona Pardo, according to the New York Times.


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crown royal leaving nascar
Crown Royal was going to leave the sport a few years back when Jamie McMurry was the driver, they were disappointed in his lack luster performances.
In shifting our strategy, we will end our sponsorships with Roush Fenway Racing and NASCAR upon the conclusion of the 2011 season. We have developed strong relationships with the people at both organizations - they have not only been fantastic business partners, but have also become our friends. We thank them for working with us throughout the years to showcase the importance of our social responsibility initiatives. We look forward to a strong finish to the 2011 season and like the many fans we've gained along the way, we'll never stop rooting for the #17 car on its way to Victory Lane.(Crown Royal PR)(6-28-2011)
hahaha i like how they point out the " lack luster career of jamie mac.........


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Ehh, Hahn says its a training camp invite, so partial guaruntee maybe means he gets paid to come to camp and battle for spot, similar to Chris Smith
So Howard Beck just tweeted the Knicks have signed my boy John Shurna, a forward out of NorthWestern, to a partially guarunteed contract. My question to you all is this... WHO THE HELL? I love college hoops but haven't seen much NW hoops to be truthful, I'm not being a dick, just if we really signed him and anyone has info it'd be cool cuz I know nothing about him other than trying to check a draftexpress type site
"Tough times don't last forever, tough people do"
Ehh, Hahn says its a training camp invite, so partial guaruntee maybe means he gets paid to come to camp and battle for spot, similar to Chris Smith
"Tough times don't last forever, tough people do"
id take copeland over shurna in a second! id only take him over chris smith because we need more catch and shoot players not another chucker. Shurna wasnt to great in the summer league. His weird shooting form got his shot blocked many times in the summer league with the hawks. he only averaged 4 points per game but shot 41 percent from three, which is why i would take him over chris smith. imagine him at the 4 and him and novak on each corner. that would be absolutely deadly.
woodson would have endless offensive lineups to put out there.
Jared Zwerling @JaredZwerling
#Knicks sign G Oscar Bellfield, C Henry Sims and Fs John Shurna and Mychel Thompson.
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Bellfield, Sims, Shurna & Mychel Thompson will fight for one of the final roster spots in camp. All 4 worked out for #Knicks in the spring.
As long as they dont bring in Isaiah.. i could care less about any of these rookie knucklheads
wish they went after Blatche instead...he signed cheap
While the terms of a training camp contract aren't much -- only the local hotel room and travel per diem are covered -- the potential is everything. For Oscar Bellfield, John Shurna, Henry Sims and Mychel Thompson, their Knicks' invitation could be their only shot to prove something in the NBA. As Shurna said, "This is an opportunity of a lifetime."
In between their lifting, conditioning and 5-on-5 scrimmaging at the Knicks' practice facility this week without the coaches present (it's a league rule), ESPNNewYork.com caught up with the four of them at different times.
Opportunity: "I worked out with the Knicks twice before the draft. It's a blessing just to have this opportunity and try to even get closer to my dream of playing in the NBA. Not many people get this opportunity, so anything at any time is great."
Goals: "My thing is just to go out there and compete as hard as I can and really get after it. I want to make everybody better, from the rookies to the vets. I also want to try to pick up things from the veterans."
Offseason: "I worked out in Los Angeles and in Las Vegas with shooting coach Ivory Manning. I definitely wanted to get into tip-top shape and just work on my individual skills -- really just polish up my game, stay crisp."
Linsanity: "What I really think about that is just the opportunity. And from opportunity, anything is possible. You've just got to work hard and have faith. Jeremy Lin had a great opportunity and took advantage of it."
Opportunity: "My agent, Brad Ames, told me about it, and I thought it was a great opportunity with a great organization in a great city. This is an opportunity of a lifetime. I'm happy to have the Knicks jersey on the front."
Offseason: "After summer league with the Hawks, I went back to Chicago and was just working out there and playing pickup games until this opportunity came. My thing was to improve everything. I don't think you can ever be satisfied with one aspect of your game. I have strengths and weaknesses, and I feel like I have to try to improve on both of those each day every time I go into the gym."
Shooting: "[laughs] I don't know about the 3-point contest [at All-Star weekend in Houston next year]. I'm just trying to head into training camp and just compete as hard as I can. I'm trying to be an energy guy. At the end of the day, that's all I can do."
Opportunity: "I wasn't sure. I was just playing it by ear. A couple of teams contacted me and I was looking at some overseas deals. But the Knicks seemed like a good spot for me to be."
Advice: "The Knicks' veterans are just telling me to stay focused and keep your head straight -- that the NBA lifestyle is a wild lifestyle. My goals are just to stay focused and make a name for myself."
Impact: "Defensively, I definitely think I can help. I move my feet well and I'm good at protecting the basket. Offensively, I think I can just do a lot of things out there, and I can clean up the offensive glass."
Opportunity: "Last year, I worked out with them before the draft. I thought it was one of my better workouts that I had. I also played on their D-League team and have a good relationship with Allan Houston. They obviously saw something in me and hopefully I can prove them right and hopefully make the team. No one expected me to be on Cleveland, and I was able to make that team. Just coming here is a blessing and I'm trying to make the most of it."
Impact: "I know the Knicks already have scorers, so my role with the team wouldn't be to score the ball. I'm out there to play defense and knock down open shots, do all the little things to help the team, rebound. I know I can score, but that wouldn't be my job."
Offseason: "I was in California working out, with my trainers at my old high school in Orange County, and in the Bay Area with my brother, Klay, at the Warriors' practice facility."
Cleveland: "I learned that the game is really fast. I remember my first preseason game and I got my first two shots blocked. You've got to have your feet set, you've got to be ready. The game is a lot faster. One of the games, I was guarding Ray Allen and he did not stop moving. You've got to be in great shape, you've got to take it to a whole other level. In college, there's some great players, but in the NBA, everyone's great. To be in the NBA, you've got to keep working, and I'm trying to do that."
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ELLE enlisted blogger Phyllis Li of Makeupforlife.net to test out 21 unique makeup looks inspired by the runway. Here are the results! —Glo
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A big presentation at work calls for understated sophistication. My favorite lip stain adds polish to my basics but doesn't steal the show.
Time: 10 seconds* Tools: Bobbi Brown Tinted Lip Balm in Pink Raspberry
* Mascara, foundation, and concealer application time not included.
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Some looks are best left to the pros. My attempt at glossy lids (so gorgeous in magazines!) smeared my mascara in seconds.
Time: 30 seconds Tools: Aquaphor Healing Ointment
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Bold brows have been a runway mainstay the past few seasons, but I can hardly find the courage to show my roommate, let alone leave the house.
Time: 4 minutes Tools: M.A.C. Impeccable Brow Pencil in Black
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Tired of the same-old, same-old black smoky eye? Me too. As an alternative, I swap in gold and copper metallics instead. Focusing the pigment on the eyelid and away from the brow bone keeps the look subtle.
Time: 7 minutes Tools: Urban Decay Eye Shadow in Half Baked and Smog
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No foray into makeup experimentation would be complete without red lipstick. I choose an orange-based glossy shade and skip lip liner for a softer look. Surprisingly, no grocery store stares. Are power lips less shocking than I thought?
Time: 1 minute Tools: NYX Luscious Lip Palette in Red Rediscovered
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A beauty mirage, dewy skin is hard to achieve naturally, but thankfully, easy to fake. I apply a cream highlighter on the top of my cheekbones, brow bone and bridge of my nose. Voilà!
Time: 2 minutes Tools: Nars the Multiple in Copacabana
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I love the deep purple lids makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury layered on at Victoria Beckham's spring show, so I give it an enthusiastic try, dusting the shadow up to the brow bone. I'm hooked!
Time: 4 minutes Tools: Lancôme Color Design Sensational Effects Eye Shadow Smooth Hold in Trendy
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Big blush, applied on the apples of cheeks and the temples, was a hit at shows like Christian Siriano. Inspired, I blend in a cream formula and love the bright pop of color. White eyeliner finishes the fresh look.
Time: 45 seconds Tools: Maybelline New York Dream Mousse Blush in Pink Frosting; CoverGirl LashBlast Length Mascara in Very Black
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Dark lips, a major fall trend, scare me, so I try a slightly more ladylike cabernet. Don't forget to use a lip brush for application—bold hues require a precise line.
Time: 1 minute Tools: Make Up For Ever Rouge Artist Intense in Satin Blackcurrant
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I try the (surprisingly flattering!) orange lipstick trend, à la Marc by Marc Jacobs, balancing the extreme color with bare skin.
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To make the glittery disco eyes spotted at Giles more wearable, I opt for one color—turquoise—focused only on the lid. The result is glamorous, perfect for date night. Tip: Use a cream shadow as a base and apply the glitter with a damp shadow brush to help it stick to the skin.
Time: 10 minutes Tools: MAC Paint Pot in Constructivist, MAC Pro Glitter in Turquoise, MAC Pro Mixing Medium Water Base
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A late night out leaves me with droopy, tired eyes. To brighten up, I line my lower lid with white liner and the top with navy. The uplifting effects are instant. Darker skin tones can try light beige or gold instead of white for the same results.
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My daily routine isn't complete without two coats of mascara, but special occasions like a friend's birthday call for fake lashes. I apply a dramatic pair along the upper lid and a natural-looking pair along the lower (I cut them to fit) for instant doll eyes.
Time: 15 minutes Tools: Ardell Fashion Lashes in Black and Lower Black
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From Nina Ricci to Alexander Wang, red eye shadow has experienced a surprising burst in popularity. Avoid looking like you have allergies by going heavy on black eyeliner and mascara.
Time: 12 minutes Tools: M.A.C Eye Shadow in Coppering and Cranberry; Milani Eye Tech Liquid Liner
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A last-minute dinner invite leaves no time to run home and freshen up. Luckily, mega-eyeliner smudged out for a sultry nighttime vibe transforms my face in seconds—and earns more bad pickup lines than just my usual mascara.
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- Backing farmers, bolstering markets and feeding local communities
- EBT, Wal-Mart, food hubs
- USDA and state governments have created programs and initiatives to bolster local food markets by bringing farmers and local communities together.
- In the lead up to the next farm bill, a March 7 hearing by the Senate Agriculture Committee delved into the success and future of those efforts.
- Witnesses include several from the Mid-South.
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Over the last few years, the USDA and state governments have created programs and initiatives to bolster local food markets by bringing farmers and local communities together. In the lead up to the next farm bill, a March 7 hearing by the Senate Agriculture Committee delved into the success and future of those efforts.
"Local food is one of the fastest growing segments of agriculture, with direct consumer sales doubling in the past decade to reach close to $5 billion in 2008," Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack told the committee. "More than ever, consumers are interested in where their food comes from and are seeking out a connection to the men and women who put food on our tables. Buyers in every sector of the food system have increased local food purchases, and conversations between farmers and consumers are taking place every day in every part of the country."
For more on the hearing, including witness statements, see here.
Vilsack also said that in 2009, USDA rules were streamlined to allow food stamp recipients (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) to make easier purchases of locally-grown produce. "This allowed more SNAP participants to use their Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card to purchase food at local and regional markets. At the same time, the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) began making grants through the Farmers' Market Promotion Program to fund the installation of wireless point-of-sale devices so that outdoor markets could accommodate the use of EBT cards. … The result of all this work was a more than 50 percent increase – just last year – in the number of farmers markets accepting SNAP benefits. When farmers' markets and farm stands can accept electronic benefits such as SNAP and coupons from participants in the WIC program (Women, Infants, Children -- which serves low-income women, infants and children), beneficiaries gain access to healthy, local food while farmers and ranchers increase their customer base."
Among the hearing's witnesses was Jody Hardin from Grady, Ark.
"We currently own 1,000 acres, with about 50 percent of it leased to conventional row-crop farmers," said Hardin. "We raise nearly 150 acres in vegetables each year that are sold in regional wholesale markets and directly to consumers through a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program with 80 family subscribers and in our own farm stores that feature local and regional specialty crops.
Hardin, who has 37 employees and serves as founder and President of the non-profit Certified Arkansas Farmers Market, is also involved with Argenta Market and Hardin's Farm Market, "located in a rural location adjacent to our CSA farm in central Arkansas. I have been participating in farmers markets for over 26 years, the income from which I used to fund my college education. In addition to being a farmer, I am also an entrepreneur. I was the founder of the All Arkansas Basket a Month CSA that has served nearly 200 families with locally grown food year-round for the last six years, and I am proud to say, with great success. This cooperative buying program serves nearly 40 farmers and was a catalyst that seemed to spawn a local foods movement in central Arkansas that continues to expand today."
Michigan Sen. Debbie Stabenow, committee chairwoman, asked Hardin how "the local community around the market has developed."
"I've witnessed something I've never seen before," answered Hardin. "Around 2007, we began our local food movement developing the 'Certified Arkansas Farmers Market.' Since then, we've seen a blighted area – no one would ever come down to this part of town – (change with) new restaurants, new grocery stores. There has been tremendous community investment and support.
"Now, I think there are over 1,200 homes planned in the downtown area. People want to live there, we're building walk-able communities. Everyone around central Arkansas has witnessed this growth and now wants to create their own farmers market and help their farmers."
Argenta's success "illustrates a good point" about what can happen "when you take light-rail and a transportation system investment and add it on to a local food system investment," said another witness, Dan Carmody, president of Michigan's Eastern Market Corporation. "You really get miraculous results. It's an example that in an austere fiscal world you can add 2 plus 2 and get 10."


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VIDEO: Highlights of Towson vs. Delaware plus reaction from playersDanielle Parker scored 12 first half points including her 1,000th as a Blue Hen as Delaware cruised to a 77-55 victory over Towson at the Towson Center Thursday Night.
It was a first half game of runs as Delaware (19-3, 10-0 CAA) opened with the first six points only to watch the hosts score the next 9. After Tina Martin called a time-out, Delaware then countered with a memorable 27-4 run that included 10 points from Danielle Parker, with a pair of free throws leading to her 1,000th. She is the 24th Blue Hen to reach the century mark.
Despite Parker's 12 and Delle Donne's 11 points in the first half, the Blue Hens led was cut to 45-28 after a 7-0 run to end the half.
Towson (7-15, 1-10 CAA) mirrored that 7-0 ending to open the second stanza, forcing Tina Martin to burn another timeout to attempt to blunt Towson's momentum.
The Tigers could never get the lead inside 12 however, and the Blue Hens eventually wore down Towson thanks to drives down the baseline by Carra and Trumae Lucas as well as a well timed block, steal, and then three-pointer by Elena Delle Donne, who grabbed her 900th career rebound during the contest.
Delle Donne led the way with 19 points, and is now just 10 points behind James Madison alum Dawn Evans for the CAA's all-time career tops in points. Three teammates joined Delle Donne in double figures: Parker (12), Lauren Carra (13), and Lucas (14).
Delaware will have a showdown with the 2nd place JMU Dukes on the road in Harrisonburg Sunday at 2pm.
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