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Reviewed on Friday, February 22, 2013
Have been vacationing at this resort for 14 Years and have never been disappointed, with the Resort, staff and guests,making it a very enjoyable experience. Location is first class.Also find the cleaning and maintenance Staff very warm, approachable and helpful. We thought on
the whole some decorating was required and certainly the
bathroom needed remodelling. The plasttic shower cubicle
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Reviewed on Thursday, May 24, 2012
The Condo was exceptional. The service was great. The pool nice and warm and inviting. The grounds were clean and well maintained. Have stayed in Madeira beach for years but first time at Surg Song. I would definately return.
Reviewed on Friday, March 11, 2011
I think it is a little late to ask me about my stay since it was last July. My room was ok but it needed work done to it. The couch was so bad you could not use it to sleep on. The place was nice but what made it fun was we were there with many family members.
Reviewed on Wednesday, March 9, 2011
The staff was super nice, helpful and very knowledgeable. Check in and out was a breeze. The condo was in great condition, and easy to get comfortable in, right by the beach. We did not have one complaint the whole week we were there. The condos were quiet, up to date, and an excellent value for the price! I would definitely return and would not hesitate to request this particular condo again or recommend it for families/couples for a nice relaxing vacation!!
Reviewed on Thursday, April 9, 2009
This is a nice place, the condo itself was fine, nothing too great. Positives were that it was in a great location and there were not a lot of crazy spring break kids running around the place. There were plenty of laundry spots and the grounds were kept up. Negatives about the place were the balcony door didnt shut all the way and didnt have a lock. The microwave and kitchen area could really use some updating. Overall the place is fine.
Reviewed on Monday, January 12, 2009
Room 237 was very nice for us, we checked in on December 28th and checked out on January 7th, 2009. The room's location was quite and very peaceful for us. We look forward to next year..
Reviewed on Friday, October 24, 2008
The location was great; on the beach with a beach view from balcony and across the street from things to do and places to eat. The layout of the condo was good but was seriously lacking on maintenance. Sliding glass door lock didn't work, leaf falls off the vertical blinds, etc. If you don't stay a full week bring towels or you'll be doing laundry every day.
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The condo is so close to the beach and resturants shopping. The surf song is great we plan to bring our grandchildren and children down next year.


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About this itemLet the nüvi guide you with its big 5" touchscreen and navigation features including lifetime traffic and map updates, advanced lane guidance and more.
With its large 5" touchscreen display and lifetime map updates, the nüvi will make sure you always get where you're going. Also, with this edition, the series debuts a new advanced traffic avoidance system called 3D traffic. Street navigation is made simple with voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions, lane assist and picture-quality junction views.
- Easy-to-use, 5" touch-screen display that manually transitions from portrait to landscape
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Exelis to Supply 787 Composites
Boeing has selected Exelis to supply composite airframe substructures for its flagship 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
Exelis currently provides composite storage tanks for the Boeing 737, 747, 767 and 777 model aircraft. The 787 is comprised of 50 percent of composite materials, leading to significant weight savings over traditional metallic structures, Exelis said.
"This award is a result of our performance and partnership with Boeing — a relationship that spans more than 40 years," said Mike Blair, vice president and general manager of Exelis Aerostructures business. "Our expertise in high-rate, high-volume composite production and the available capacity to facilitize quickly provide a distinct advantage to our customer."


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ForestCentre+ needs volunteers
Come and see our new space, come and help
Mon 21st
Final move from storage, meet in morning at 10 at The Forest
Sorting Equipment, including drums, pa equipment, dark room and stage lights,
come by after lunch to forestCentre+, message or email if you are coming,
We are also looking for people with knowledge of such things to help sort through what we have
and see what works and not, these will then become a resource for people to use.
Tue 22nd
Cleaning, making pretty, some painting etc,
come to The Forest at 10, we will then go to ForestCentre+, message if coming later in the day
Also meeting with people wanting to bottom line facilities, this will happen in the afternoon.
Wed 23rd
Continue cleaning sorting painting, all day again meet at The Forest at 10.
Start to set up facilities, hopefully know in the hands of bottom liners.
stop have a rest go for some food, yeah us.
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another excellent recording of For Bunita MarcusPosted by David Toub in CD Review, David Toub, tags: louis goldstein, morton feldman, nuscope
For Bunita Marcus
Louis Goldstein, Piano
Nuscope Records (CD + digital download)
For those of us who love Morton Feldman's music, this is a great time since many recordings of his extensive oeuvre exist. For some of his more "popular" works, such as Triadic Memories, Rothko Chapel, Patterns in a Chromatic Field and For Bunita Marcus, multiple recordings exist. In the case of Triadic Memories, all of the recordings are distinctive, since Feldman did not provide his usual metronome marking of "quartet note = 63-66," and many interpretations abound. Among the many recordings of TM, my personal favorite remains that of Louis Goldstein, who performed the piece much slower than anyone else I've heard, and really got at the central core of the piece, at least for me. Granted-slower isn't always better, but just like Reinbert de Leeuw's amazing and unique performances of Satie's piano music, slower tempi can bring out nuances that faster tempi cannot. In the case of his recording of Triadic Memories, it isn't that Goldstein starts so much slower than everyone else, it's that he stays consistent with his tempo selection throughout-at least one other recording starts about as slow, but then speeds up inexplicably during some of the longer sustained tones. In other words, Goldstein picked a slower tempo, and appropriately stuck with it throughout the work.
So I was especially interested in Louis Goldstein's recent release of Feldman's late work For Bunita Marcus. I already have a few recordings of the piece, performed by Markus Hinterhäuser, Steffen Schieiermacher and Hildegard Kleeb, all of which are excellent, and all of which run between 1h 11′ and just under 1h 13′. The fact that all three of my recordings are by Europeans attests to how more pervasive Feldman's music has been in Europe than in the US, which is Europe's gain and our loss here in the states. Goldstein actually clocks in slightly faster at 1h 7′. On listening, this really is not a noticeable speedup. What distinguishes Goldstein's performance from the others, I think, is the amount of resonance he gets from his piano. There are sections where some of the resultant chords hang for a second or two, giving an effect that I hadn't noticed that much in other recordings, and one I happened to like.
In the end, Goldstein's performance is extremely faithful to the score, metrically perfect, and extremely musical. For Bunita Marcus is deceptively simple-it looks pretty simple to play (unlike the metric complexity of Triadic Memories and the even more formidable Piano from 1977), but is extremely difficult in reality. Listening to it, however, is not at all difficult, but a great pleasure. This is an excellent recording and stands among the best ones out there. I'd also be very interested in hearing Goldstein perform Piano, which I think is among Feldman's best works. It's not performed as much as the other late piano works, probably because it is extremely difficult to play and perhaps less approachable for many listeners.


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Interview With Survivor Kate Bernath, Part 1 / 2
Yishai presents a one-hour heart wrenching and inspiring in-depth look into the Holocaust survival experience of Hungarian Jewish wife, mother, and businesswoman Kate Bernath (grandmother of Malkah).
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Captain Hoff Keeps U.S. Men on Course Toward Beijing
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ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 25, 2008) - When Tom Hoff took over as team captain of the U.S. Men's National Volleyball Team in 2005, he quickly found out the title was not honorary.
"It involves a lot more work behind the scenes that people don't know about," Hoff said. "Most of the work is done away from the scenes, behind closed doors."
That includes acting as a liaison between players and coaches and keeping the team focused on its most important goal for 2008 - winning a medal at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing - while not letting it get caught up in day-to-day conflicts with coaches or each other.
"We're all fighting for spots, but you don't want a mentality where you are destroying each other to get to the team," Hoff said. "You need a balance between competitive fire and accomplishing your goal."
It can't be forgotten that Hoff, 34, is also one of those players with that competitive fire himself. The 6-foot-8 middle blocker from Park Ridge, Ill., has been on the U.S. Men's Team since 1996 and is looking to compete in his third Olympic in August in Beijing.
"First and foremost, I'm a middle blocker. I have to perform my position first," Hoff said.
In 2007, he finished the season with 76 kills, 35 scoring blocks and 112 total points in 66 sets played. More importantly, it is clear that his presence on the team is still required in important matches.
At the 2007 World Cup, where Olympic berths were on the line, the U.S. Men opened the tournament with a three-set victory over heavily favored Brazil, then were upset in their next two matches by Puerto Rico and Spain.
After the second loss, Hoff called a meeting of the players to help them re-focus.
Hoff started the next match against Bulgaria and played all five sets, scoring 12 points as the U.S. Men defeated the Bulgarians and started on a seven-match winning streak that put them in a position to finish third when they played the final match against Russia.
Although they lost that match, they later qualified for the 2008 Olympic Games at the NORCECA Continental Olympic Qualifier in January in Puerto Rico.
"He is a wonderful volleyball player," U.S. Head Coach Hugh McCutcheon (Christchurch, New Zealand) said. "He has a lot of experience. He attacks with a lot of range and is a good read blocker."
Hoff's skills are respected in other countries as well as he has played in professional leagues in Japan, Greece and, most recently, Russia.
Hoff grew up playing volleyball in the Chicago area, following his older brother into the sport. He is excited to return to his hometown June 20-21 for World League matches against Bulgaria (the U.S. Men will play at the Sears Centre Arena in Hoffman Estates, a suburb of Chicago), but knows there will not be much time for a family reunion.
"I'm going there to work. It's a job," Hoff said. "The bottom line is I have a lot of responsibility with the team. That does not always mesh with seeing family and hanging out. I'll have time to see them after Beijing."
When Hoff does have spare time, he spends it with wife, Sandy, and daughters Tatum Bella, born in 2003, Ella Aniston, born in 2005 and Ava Antonia, born in 2007. He calls the atmosphere at his house "controlled chaos."
But the captain of the U.S Men's National Team takes it all in his very long stride.
Upcoming U.S. Events: The U.S. Men will be playing the 2008 U.S. Olympic Team Exhibition for Volleyball against Argentina at 7 p.m. on May 27 at the Bren Events Center in Irvine, Calif. Go to www.usavolleyball.org/National/2008_MNTOlympicExhibition.asp for more information.
Tickets for the FIVB World League matches in Hoffman Estates, Ill. (June 20-21 vs. Bulgaria), Green Bay, Wis. (June 27-28 vs. Finland) and Bloomington, Ill. (July 11-12 vs. Spain) are now on sale. To purchase tickets, go to the USA Volleyball World League site at www.usavolleyball.org/national/08WL.asp.


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Eggs Benedict
- 3 egg yolks
- Juice of 2 whole lemons
- 2 sticks butter, melted and slightly cooled
- Dash of salt
- Cayenne pepper
- 4 whole eggs
- 2 English muffins, split, toasted and buttered
- 4 slices Canadian bacon, warmed in a skillet
- Dash of paprika
DirectionsWatch how to make this recipe.
Add the egg yolks to a blender or a food processor. Add in the lemon juice and blend for several seconds. With the blender on, slowly drizzle in the melted butter. Turn off the blender and add in a little salt and cayenne. Whip it again until combined. Set this aside for a minute.
Next, poach an egg by gently cracking an egg into simmering, slightly bubbling water.
Leave the egg alone for 2 to 2 1/2 minutes, and then remove it with a slotted spoon and carefully place it on a plate. Repeat with the remaining eggs.
To serve, place a buttered, toasted English muffin half on a plate. Top the English muffin with a warm slice of Canadian bacon. Place the warm poached egg on top. And then drizzle on some warm hollandaise. Sprinkle a little paprika on top.
Food Network Kitchens suggest caution in consuming raw and lightly-cooked eggs due to the risk of Salmonella or other food-borne illness. To reduce this risk, we recommend you use only fresh, properly-refrigerated, clean, grade A or AA eggs with intact shells, and avoid contact between the yolks or whites and the shell. For recipes that call for eggs that are raw or undercooked when the dish is served use shell eggs that have been treated to destroy Salmonella, by pasteurization or another approved method.
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Female cats that have not been spayed eventually enter an estrus cycle, typically referred to as "heat." Pet owners should keep in mind that this is very different from heat stroke, which can also be a problem with pets in the summer time. Instead, when a veterinarian talks about cats in heat, they're most likely referring to the medical term for the behavioral changes that accompany the estrus cycle.
A cat will first enter heat when it reaches puberty or sexual maturity, which tends to be about 6 months after the cat is born. However, the exact timing can vary depending on the breed and time of year. Estrus cycles also line up with the cat's natural breeding season, which varies depending on a number of factors.
According to VCA Animal Hospitals, the breeding season for most cats extends from January to late fall. During this time period, the cat will endure multiple heat cycles. The breeding season may vary according to temperature and climate - cats in warmer parts of the country or who live almost exclusively indoors may actually have a permanent breeding season.
A cat in heat will cause a number of issues for the owner. First and foremost, the cat will naturally be inclined to try to get pregnant during this time period. The cat attracts a mate through urination. It's not uncommon for owners to see cats "marking their territory" on large vertical objects, such as trees or telephone poles. The pheromones released during this act will attract male cats. This can result in a number of unusual behaviors. Pet owners in the past have reported unknown male cats attempting to enter their house, or the female cat attempting to escape.
The female cat's behavior will likely change drastically while she is in heat. Female cats typically begin rubbing up against people or objects frequently during this time period. In addition, the cat may roll around on the floor. Most owners also report that the cat will become much more vocal, yowling in a way that many owners find irritating. The heat period may last up to a week, after which the cat will have 1-2 off weeks before starting up again.
Since estrus cycles are natural, the only way an owner can prevent this from occurring is through spaying a cat. This will end the estrus cycles and also prevent the cat from getting pregnant. VCA Animal Hospitals recommends spaying for all female cats in order to reduce pet overpopulation in the United States.


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Last week the Academy of Motion Picture & Sciences announced the films in contention for the 2014 VFX Oscar and the results are in Animation Magazine. The Academy's Visual Effects Branch Executive Committee determined the shortlist. All members of the Visual Effects Branch will now be invited to view 10-minute excerpts from each of the shortlisted films on Thursday, January 9, 2014. Following the screenings, the members will vote to nominate five films for final Oscar consideration.
The films under consideration are:
- Elysium
- Gravity
- The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
- Iron Man 3
- The Lone Ranger
- Oblivion
- Star Trek Into Darkness
- Thor: The Dark World
- Pacific Rim
- World War Z
Congratulations to the Cogswell alumni who worked on one or more of the films! Evan Clover, animator (uncredited) on Iron Man 3; Gregory Smith, pilot suits and conn pod arms and Carl Frytz, visual effects artist (uncredited) on Pacific Rim and Carl Frytz, previsualization artist and Evan Clover, animator on Thor: The Dark World.
Oscars nominations will be announced live on Thursday, January 16, 2014, at 5:30 a.m. PT in the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater.


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LAS VEGAS, Nev. - Recent high school grad Jake Deitchler (New Ramsey, Minn./Minnesota Storm) shocked the wrestling world by earning a spot on the U.S. Olympic Team in Greco-Roman wrestling at 66 kg/145.5 lbs.
The 18-year-old becomes the first wrestler from high school to make a U.S. Olympic team in wrestling since Mike Farina of Illinois qualified for the 1976 U.S. Olympic Team in Greco-Roman. The first high school athlete to make a U.S. Olympic team was Jimmy Carr of Pennsylvania, a member of the 1972 U.S. Olympic Team.
Deitchler won in two straight matches over veteran star Faruk Sahin (Colorado Springs, Colo./US Army), igniting the crowd with his joy and enthusiasm. Both matches were very close and competitive.
"I haven't had pressure the whole tournament. I'm the younger guy here and they just told me to relax, wrestle hard, score points, focus on certain things, not so much winning and losing. But that second match, I'm saying, 'hey, this could be my lifelong dream here in about six minutes," said Deitchler.
In match one, in the first period, from the par terre position, Sahin hit a five-point thrown on Deitchler, which automatically ends the period. In the second period, Deitchler scored a three point headlock to take a lead. Sahin tied it at 3-3, but in the final 30 second period, Deitchler had a two-point reversal to take the period. In the third period, neither wrestler scored from their feet, and neither wrestler could score from the par terre position giving the match to Deitchler.
In match two, it seemed that Sahin had taken control. Sahin won the first period.In the second period, Sahin jumped to a 5-0 lead, but Deitchler stormed back with a flurry of points to capture the period, 7-0. The third period was scoreless on the feet, and Deitchler defended in the first par terre period to lead 1-0. In the second par terre position, Deitchler turned Sahin for two exposure points with 14 seconds left to make the score 3-0 and earn his Olympic spot.
Deitchler attended the same high school, Anoka High School, as 1996 Olympic silver medalist Brandon Paulson, who is one of his Greco-Roman coaches. Also coaching Deitchler Saturday was three-time Olympian Dan Chandler.
"The level I train at, my coaches and my family, mentoring-wise just believing I can do everything. People tell me that I'm young enough and kind of ignorant enough. People say that I'm kind of unrealistic about things. To tell you the truth, it really doesn't matter if I can do things like this," said Deitchler.
Sahin is a naturalized U.S. citizen who is originally from Turkey. Sahin received his citizenship in 2004, and has been a top challenger since.
Deitchler made waves within wrestling earlier this year by placing second at the U.S. National Championships on the Senior level this year. He made even bigger news this morning after defeating two-time World bronze medalist Harry Lester (Akron, Ohio/Gator WC) in the semifinals with last second heroics.
After winning his third-place match, Lester left his shoes on the mat in the traditional retirement ceremony in wrestling, indicating that he would retire from competition.
Qualifying for his second U.S. Olympic team in Greco-Roman was Brad Vering (Colorado Springs, Colo./New York AC), who captured the 84 kg/185 lbs. title with a two-match sweep over Aaron Sieracki (Colorado Springs, Colo./U.S. Army).
Vering won the first match in two straight bouts. In the first match, he won the first period on a 1-1 tie by scoring the last point, and the second period on a gutwrench and a lift late in the period.
In the second match, Vering opened up his offense for a 5-0 win in the first period. In the second period, a three-point throw closed out the win.
Vering seeks to improve on his performance at the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens, Greece, where he lost his only bout and did not place. The rules of Greco-Roman wrestling have changed.
"I've had to do all kinds of things to alter my body to get ready for this new style of wrestling. I've made myself more explosive, better technically, and I don't feel like I've ever been a better wrestler than I am right now at 30 years old," said Vering.
Vering won a silver medal at the 2007 World Championships and has twice placed fourth in the World Championships. He entered the tournament as the No. 2 seed, after losing in the U.S. Nationals finals to Brad Ahearn (Colorado Springs, Colo./U.S. Army). After earning his spot, Vering told the crowd over the PA system in his MSNBC interview that this was his last match in the United States, indicating his plan to retire after the Beijing Olympics.
"The last five weeks were the best five weeks of training I've had. I was actually doing three-a-days two days a week. I've got to thank my strength and conditioning coach has been doing a great job of getting me explosive. My coaches have been behind me the whole time," said Vering.
In a hotly contested three-match Championship Series in men's freestyle, 1997 U.S. World Team member Henry Cejudo (Colorado Springs, Colo/Sunkist Kids) defeated 2004 Olympic silver medalist Stephen Abas (Colorado Springs, Colo./Sunkist Kids) at 55 kg/121 lbs.
Cejudo won the first match, but Abas came back to win bout two. The last match of the evening, Cejudo came out strong to capture the spot on the U.S. Olympic Team.
"Oh yeah, for sure. I beat a great competitor. He's one of the guys I kind of looked up to when I was growing up. Now that I beat him, I feel powerful," said Cejudo.
In the first match, Cejudo scored a point in the closing seconds to win the period, 3-2. In the second period, he was able to turn Abas and hold him for three points to win the period, 4-0. However, in the second match, Abas came back strong, dominating the action, winning in two periods, 2-0, 6-3.
In the third period, Abas won the first period, scoring a takedown from the clinch with only one second left in the 30-second overtime period. The second period turned things around for Cejudo, who scored on a low single leg. Abas injured his knee as Cejudo attempted to turn him. After that Cejudo scored two more takedowns to win the second period, 3-0. In the final stanza, three more Cejudo takedowns sealed the victory with a 3-0 margin.
Cejudo made big news in 2006 when he became the first high school wrestler to win a U.S. Nationals freestyle title on the Senior level since USA Wrestling has been the national governing body. In 2007, Cejudo made his first World Team and also captured a gold medal at the Pan American Games.
Cejudo has been training at the U.S. Olympic Training Center since his junior year in high school. He chose to concentrate full-time on freestyle wrestling rather than attend college to compete in collegiate-style wrestling.
"To me this is my NCAA title. My dream is to be a World and Olympic champion, and I guess I'm half way there," said Cejudo.
Also qualifying for the U.S. Olympic Team in freestyle was 2007 U.S. World Team member Doug Schwab (Iowa City, Iowa/Gator WC), who won the 66 kg/145.5 lbs. Championship Series in two straight matches over 2006 World Champion Bill Zadick (Colorado Springs, Colo./Gator WC).
Schwab scored takedowns in every period of the series. He won the first match, 1-0, 1-0 and came back in match two with a 1-0, 1-1, 2-1 victory over Zadick.
Both were NCAA champions at the Univ. of Iowa. The World champion Brands twins were in opposite corners for this showdown, with Tom Brands coaching Schwab and Terry Brands coaching Zadick.
The other U.S. Greco-Roman Olympic team member determined on Saturday was T.C. Dantzler (Colorado Springs, Colo./Gator WC) who captured the 74 kg/163 lbs. title in two straight matches over Cheney Haight (Orem, Utah/New York AC).
Both matches went the full three periods, with Dantzler coming on strong in the deciding third period. Dantzler won the first match, 3-2,0-2,5-0 and sealed the Olympic spot with a 5-1,1-1,4-1 victory in match two.
Dantzler, 37, made his first Olympic Team after making five past U.S. World Teams. The U.S. did not qualify for the 2004 Olympic Games at his weight class, and Dantzler was able to get the weight qualified this spring at an international qualifying event.
Winning the Championship Series at 60 kg/132 lbs. in men's freestyle was 2006 World silver medalist Mike Zadick (Solon, Iowa/Gator WC), who needed three bouts to defeat Shawn Bunch, Colorado Springs, Colo./Gator WC). The United States did not qualify to compete at the Olympic Games at this weight class.
Zadick won the first match, 3-1, 1-0, but Bunch won the second match, 3-0, 3-0. In the deciding third match, Zadick lost the first period, 0-2, then won the second 3-0. In the final period of the deciding match, Zadick scored the only takedown for the victory.
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55 kg/121 lbs.
Championship Series
Match One - Henry Cejudo, Colorado Springs, Colo. (Sunkist Kids) dec. Stephen Abas, Colorado Springs, Colo. (Sunkist Kids), 3-2,4-0
Match Two - Stephen Abas, Colorado Springs, Colo. (Sunkist Kids) dec. Henry Cejudo, Colorado Springs, Colo. (Sunkist Kids), 2-0,6-3
Match Three - Henry Cejudo, Colorado Springs, Colo. (Sunkist Kids) dec. Stephen Abas, Colorado Springs, Colo. (Sunkist Kids) 0-1,3-0,3-0
Cejudo wins series, 2 matches to 1 and qualifies for the U.S. Olympic Team.
60 kg/132 lbs.
Match One - Mike Zadick, Solon, Iowa (Gator WC) dec. Shawn Bunch, Colorado Springs, Colo. (Gator WC), 3-1,1-0
Match Two - Shawn Bunch, Colorado Springs, Colo. (Gator WC) dec. Mike Zadick, Solon, Iowa (Gator WC), 3-0,3-0
Match Three - Mike Zadick, Solon, Iowa (Gator WC) dec. Shawn Bunch, Colorado Springs, Colo. (Gator WC), 0-2, 3-0, 1-0.
Zadick wins series, 2 matches to 1. Zadick wins World Team Trials. The U.S. has not qualified for the Olympics at 60 kg/132 lbs. in freestyle.
66 kg/145.5 lbs.
Match One - Doug Schwab, Iowa City, Iowa (Gator WC) dec. Bill Zadick, Colorado Springs, Colo. (Gator WC), 1-0,1-0
Match Two - Doug Schwab, Iowa City, Iowa (Gator WC) dec. Bill Zadick, Colorado Springs, Colo. (Gator WC), 1-0,1-1,2-1
Schwab wins series, 2 matches to 0, and qualifies for U.S. Olympic Team.
66 kg/145.5 lbs.
Championship Series
Match One - Jake Deitchler, Ramsey, Minn. (Minnesota Storm) dec. Faruk Sahin, Colorado Springs, Colo. (US Army), 0-5, 7-4, 1-1
Match Two - Jake Deitchler, Ramsey, Minn. (Minnesota Storm) dec. Faruk Sahin, Colorado Springs, Colo. (US Army), 2-3,7-5,3-0
Deitchler wins series, 2 matches to 0, and qualifies for U.S. Olympic Team.
74 kg/163 lbs.
Match One - T.C. Dantzler, Colorado Springs, Colo. (Gator WC) dec. Cheney Haight, Orem, Utah, (New York AC), 3-2,0-2,5-0
Match Two - T.C. Dantzler, Colorado Springs, Colo. (Gator WC) dec. Cheney Haight, Orem, Utah (New York AC), 5-1,1-1,4-1
Dantzler wins series, 2 matches to 0, and qualifies for U.S. Olympic Team.
84 kg/185 lbs.
Bout One - Brad Vering, Colorado Springs, Colo. (New York AC) dec. Aaron Sieracki, Colorado Springs, Colo. (US Army), 1-1,7-0
Match Two - Brad Vering, Colorado Springs, Colo. (New York AC) dec. Aaron Sieracki, Colorado Springs, Colo. (U.S. Army), 6-0,3-0
Vering wins series, 2 matches to 0, and qualifies for U.S. Olympic Team.


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OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. --- The Amateur Softball Association announced today that Virginia Tech pitcher Angela Tincher (Eagle Rock, Va.) was named the USA Softball National Collegiate Player of the Week. The senior hurler recorded a perfect 4-0 weekend not allowing a run in 24.2 innings pitched while also tossing a no-hitter against ACC foe NC State.
"It's a great honor to be recognized by USA Softball," said Tincher. "I couldn't have gotten four wins this week without great defense behind me and timely hitting. My catcher, Kelsey Hoffman, also called great games. Hopefully we can build on this week and continue playing well the rest of the season."
Tincher went 4-0 on the week, including all three wins against NC State in a conference series. She also picked up her 100th career victory. The 2007 first-team All American opened the week by tossing a shutout in a 1-0 win over No. 12 Houston, limiting a Cougar offense that came in hitting .319 as a team to three hits while striking out 14 batters. She picked up both wins in Friday's doubleheader against NC State. In the first game, she tossed her 12th career solo no-hitter in a 3-0 win, striking out 19 batters in 7.0 innings. She entered in relief in the second game and picked up the win, striking out eight in 3.2 innings. In the final game of the series, she tossed a two-hit shutout with 17 more strikeouts.
"Angela pitched lights out this week," said Virginia Tech head coach Scot Thomas. "It was the best performance she's had this year and she's pitching to her potential. It was a great week, team-wise and hopefully something we can build on the second half of the season."
For the week, she didn't allow a run, only gave up eight hits while striking out 58 batters in just 24.2 innings pitched. Tincher is now 15-4 on the season with a 0.46 ERA and 282 strikeouts in 138.1 innings pitched this year.
This is the second USA Softball Player of the Week honor for Tincher. She was co-player of the week for the week of March 19-25, 2007.
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Topic: reusable calculations with rails?
Hi all,
I've been wanting to set up some reusable calculations, needed for a couple of controllers, but I'm not too sure of the proper way to do this.
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def calc_points
@points = Point.find(:first, :conditions => ['user_id = ?', session[:user_id]])
@score = Score.find(:first, :conditions => ['user_id = ?', session[:user_id]])
@success = @points.start_success + (@score.total_points * 10)
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def calc_score
@score = Score.find(:first, :conditions => ['user_id = ?', session[:user_id]])
@total_score = @score.total_points * @score.worth
So where do these method calculations belong if they were to be reusable in a couple of controllers? With rails, where does reusable code go anyway, that's all too unclear to me. And also, as you can see I'm calling Score.find() in both calculations. I believe that doesn't follow the DRY rules, does it? How would I best call Score.find() and where, so that I could then re-use it?
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The ICCR's approach to GMOs leans more toward anti-business political activism than any concern for producing plentiful crops that are resilient against pests, diseases and extreme weather events such as drought or excessive precipitation, which, in turn, would benefit those endeavoring to provide inexpensive foodstuffs to the economically and ecologically disadvantaged.
Judging from ICCR proxy shareholder literature, feeding more people less expensively is secondary to a politicized agenda. This from the ICCR's "The Right Solutions to Hunger:"
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Haines, the No. 1 distributor in the country, has confidence in its regional model and has no plans to go national anytime in the near future. It is, however, looking to pick up market share in Florida and Georgia, according to Zwicker. "That's where we are the smallest, compared to North Carolina up to Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey." Haines is planning to gain momentum through its green and organic programs but is not opposed to more acquisitions or alliances in those markets. "We are going to do whatever is best for the company and the future and there is no deadline," Zwicker said. "We are still growing the organization, but not being overly ambitious."
Because both distributors share the same philosophies, partnering with Haines proved to be an easy transition for Wheeler. "Our two cultures blended together very well; it was really a much bigger version of us," said Scott Wheeler, president, Wheeler. "We are thankful we stayed with the Haines situation."
For Haines, the Wheeler acquisition confirmed what the company knew all along - that success is all about the employees. "One of the biggest values is know-how and experience and another is the traditions of the company you bought," Zwicker said. Haines brought new computer equipment, software and financial backing; it also increased benefits for employees. "Wheeler has been an excellent distributor and with Haines, Wheeler is now turbo-charged," said Rufus Ashby, president and CEO of Ashby Enterprises.
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President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama welcomed Chancellor Angela Merkel of the Federal Republic of Germany to the White House for an official visit and State Dinner on June 7, 2011. During the arrival ceremony, President Obama said:
"Today marks the first official visit and State Dinner for a European leader during my presidency. It's only fitting. The transatlantic alliance is the cornerstone -- is the heart -- of our efforts to promote peace and prosperity around the world. And Germany -- at the heart of Europe -- is one of our strongest allies. And Chancellor Merkel is one of my closest global partners.
"Our alliance, at its core, is a partnership between our peoples. The generations of German Americans who helped build a strong America. The Americans who, during a long Cold War, helped to defend a free Germany. And citizens of both our countries -- entrepreneurs, innovators, students, scientists, and soldiers -- who work together, and forge the future, every day.
"At a time when some have asked whether the rise of new global powers means the decline of others, this visit reaffirms an enduring truth. Our alliances with nations like Germany are more important than ever. Indeed, they're indispensable to global security and prosperity."
Later in the day, President Obama and Chancellor Merkel held a joint press conference in the East Room of the White House, and Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, Vice President Joseph Biden and Dr. Jill Biden hosted a State Luncheon in honor of Chancellor Merkel. Secretary Clinton said:
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During a State Dinner at the White House, President Obama honored Chancellor Merkel with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, America's highest civilian honor. President Obama said:
"...More than five decades ago -- in 1957 -- the first German chancellor ever to address our Congress, Konrad Adenauer, spoke of his people's 'will of freedom' and of the millions of his countrymen forced to live behind an Iron Curtain. And one of those millions, in a small East German town, was a young girl named Angela.
"She remembers when the Wall went up and how everyone in her church was crying. Told by the communists that she couldn't pursue her love of languages, she excelled as a physicist. Asked to spy for the secret police, she refused. And the night the Wall came down, she crossed over, like so many others, and finally experienced what she calls the 'incredible gift of freedom.'
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Much of what I have read online suggests that sheng made from old trees has more complex flavor, stronger qi, stronger hui gan etc. than plantation tea because older trees have larger root systems that allow them to pull more minerals and other nutrients from the soil. Judging from the teas I have had, it would seem that this is true. I know that elevation is also a factor, but I have had plenty of high elevation, young tree puerh that was far less impressive than good old tree tea from moderate elevation. However, I am curious about this. If a tea tree is in fact ancient, like 400 years old, 700 years old, or older, wouldn't the soil it grows in be bereft of nutrients from all those hundreds of years of supporting that tree?
MarshalN has pointed out that there are historical documents that show that old trees weren't always thought to be better- see his blog post called "The Faith In Old Trees".


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Why do runners raid a remote Rockies town to stare death in the face? Because it might bring a glimpse of heaven. This is The North Face Canadian Death Race.
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An anonymous source—likely a philosopher, punk rocker or Buddhist monk—said, "One day your life will flash before your eyes. Make sure it's worth watching." And, while over 1000 brave trail runners may not know the quote verbatim, they acknowledge its spirit every summer.
They arrive in Grand Cache, in west-central Alberta, Canada—a hardscrabble, defunct mining outpost 120 miles from the nearest airport—with skull stickers decorating their bumpers and their eyes focused squarely on finishing one of the continent's toughest yet decidedly underestimated trail races, the 125-kilometer Canadian Death Race.
You could say every runner here has a Death Wish.
The jokes and wordplays surrounding death flow like the frigid waters of the nearby Smoky River. "It's a killer" is the race's own tagline, appearing on everything from flags waving above town to temporary tattoos on kids' cheeks. There's even a weekend-long "Death Fest" with live music and games—and a children's Death Race 5K. But, festivities and marketing malarkey aside, this race is no laughing matter.


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Topic: Rails number_with_delimiter return integer without delimiter
I'm usually using number_with_delimiter to make my integer or my decimal more easy to read, I have once problem with it when using it inside controller but it solved that time. Now I don't know what happen actually when I just simply put those function on my view it return integer without delimiter.
Please see this simulation I create to show the differences.
<%= number_to_currency(stock.qty) %>
<%= (number_with_delimiter number_with_precision stock.qty, :precision => 2) %>
<%= number_with_delimiter(stock.qty) %>
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Topic: Passing conditions from multiple controllers to one Model find method
If I have a find method in a Model, is there a way to specify different conditions from the controllers which access it?
For example, I have a bunch of events and in the case of artists or venues I just want to retrieve events specific to them. However, I also have a towns controller and want to retrieve any events within a certain distance of that town, so I need to pass some conditions to the find method. What is the best way to go about doing this?
Thanks in advance...
Models (needs an option to take ':conditions' somehow?):
class Event < ActiveRecord::Base
belongs_to :artist
belongs_to :venue
def self.find_upcoming
:include => [:artist, {:venue => :town}],
:order => "events.date",
:limit => 30)
class Artist < ActiveRecord::Base
has_many :events
class Town < ActiveRecord::Base
has_many :venues
has_many :events, :through => :venues
class Venue < ActiveRecord::Base
belongs_to :town
has_many :events
Artist/Venue Controllers:
def show
@artist = Artist.find(params[:id])
@events = @artist.events.find_upcoming
def show
@venue = Venue.find(params[:id])
@events = @venue.events.find_upcoming
Towns Controller (Needs refactoring with the Events model to be able to pass through the conditions)
def show
@town = Town.find(params[:id])
@distance = 30000 #will eventually be set by param
@xmax = @town.x + @distance
@xmin = @town.x - @distance
@ymax = @town.y + @distance
@ymin = @town.y - @distance
@events = Event.find(
:include => [:artist, {:venue => :town}],
:conditions => ["towns.x BETWEEN ? AND ? AND towns.y BETWEEN ? AND ?", @xmin, @xmax, @ymin, @ymax],
:order => "events.date",
:limit => 30


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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Jeff Sauer (Madison, Wis.) has been named head coach of the 2014 U.S. Paralympic Sled Hockey Team it was announced today by USA Hockey. Sauer is currently in his second season serving as head coach of the U.S. National Sled Hockey Team.
In April 2012, Sauer guided Team USA to the gold medal at the International Paralympic Committee World Championship in Hamar, Norway. The U.S. will defend its world title this April in Goyang City, Korea, at the 2013 IPC World Championship.
"Jeff has been a terrific leader for our U.S. National Sled Hockey Team and he was the unquestionable choice for this position," said Dave Ogrean, executive director of USA Hockey. "He has a wealth of coaching experience at so many levels and has translated that knowledge to the game of sled hockey."
"I'm excited and honored to be chosen for this position," said Sauer. "I have greatly enjoyed the opportunity to be the head coach of the U.S. National Sled Hockey Team these last two seasons and I look forward to seeing this talented group of players through to next year's Paralympic Games in Sochi."
The U.S. Paralympic Hockey Team will compete in the 2014 Sochi Paralympic Games March 7-16, 2014, in Sochi, Russia. The U.S. will be defending its gold medal from the 2010 Vancouver Paralympic Games, and seeking its fourth consecutive Paralympic Games medal (2002-gold; 2006-bronze).
Sauer has coached a wide array of U.S. teams throughout his career. He was the head coach of the U.S. Men's National Team at the 1995 International Ice Hockey Federation Men's World Championship in Stockholm, Sweden, and at the 1990 Goodwill Games in Seattle, Wash., along with serving as head coach for the U.S. Men's Select Team at the 1989 Pravda Cup in Leningrad, Soviet Union, and at the 1997 Tampere Cup in Tampere, Finland.
Sauer's illustrious 31-year NCAA Division I college coaching career featured 655 wins (seventh all-time) and two national championships, both of which came during his tenure with the University of Wisconsin (1983, 1990).
Sauer led Wisconsin to three NCAA Men's Frozen Four appearances, 12 NCAA tournament berths, six Western Collegiate Hockey Association playoff titles and two WCHA regular-season crowns in 20 seasons as head coach (1982-2002). He also spent 11 years (1971-82) as head coach of the men's ice hockey team at his alma mater, Colorado College, where he was twice named WCHA Coach of the Year (1972, 1975).
In 2011, Sauer was honored with the National Hockey League's Lester Patrick Trophy for his outstanding service to hockey in the United States. In 2000, he was recognized with USA Hockey's Distinguished Achievement Award. He was also named to the Wisconsin Hockey Hall of Fame in 2004 and received the John 'Snooks' Kelly Founders Award from the American Hockey Coaches Association for his contributions to the overall growth and development of the sport of ice hockey in the U.S.
The 2014 U.S. Paralympic Sled Hockey Team will be nominated by USA Hockey in July.


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Monday, August 19, 2013
Boston Med Flight Receives Eurocopter EC145
Non-profit critical care transport service Boston MedFlight has taken delivery of a new medium twin-engine Eurocopter EC145.
Charles Blathras, chief operations manager and critical care transport specialist for Boston MedFlight, and Ed Jerin, maintenance manager, with Boston MedFlight's new EC145. Photo courtesy of American Eurocopter
The organization ordered the EC145 in January after looking at "every competing aircraft across the board," according to Charles Blathras, chief operations manager at Boston MedFlight. Blathras said MedFlight will be looking to order a second EC145 in the near future. Era Helicopters operates medical transport flights for MedFlight, which originally began using a BK117 – the predecessor to the EC145 – when it launched service in 1985. The EC145 will be used for air medical transport to several Boston hospitals, including Boston Medial Center, Massachusetts General Hospital and Tufts Medical Center.
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Nikon Monarch 3 10x42 Binoculars - Black
Product Information:
The Nikon® Monarch 3 10x42 Binoculars provide excellent ergonomics, strength and ruggedness in a package that is comfortable to carry all day. The binoculars feature fully multi-coated, eco-glass lenses that deliver the ultimate in brightness and resolution. They also have a smooth central focus knob for fast range of focus for quick viewing. The binoculars are nitrogen-filled and o-ring sealed for a waterproof and fogproof performance.
- Phase-correction, high-reflective, silver-alloy prism multi-coatings provide clear, high-contrast images that display accurate color reproduction
- Fully multi-coated, eco-glass lenses deliver the ultimate in brightness and resolution
- Durable and protective, rubber-armored coating provides a sure, non-slip grip, wet or dry
- Lightweight, slim design
- Provides excellent ergonomics, strength and ruggedness in a package that is comfortable to carry all day
- Smooth central focus knob for fast range of focus for quick viewing
- Multi-setting, click-stop eyecups for a clear comfortable view, with or without eyeglasses
- Precision-aligned optics for extended viewing on the toughest hunts
- Nitrogen-filled and o-ring sealed for waterproof and fogproof performance
- Flip-down objective lens covers protect lenses from dirt and scratches
- Model: 7541
- Nikon
- Finish: Black
- Focusing System: CF
- Magnification: x10
- Objective Diameter: 42 mm
- Angular Field of View (Real): 5.7
- Angular Field of View (Apparent): 52.9
- FOV @ 1000 yds: 299' @ 1000 yds
- Close Focus Distance: 9.8'
- Exit Pupil: 4.2 mm
- Relative Brightness: 17.6
- Eye Relief: 17.4 mm
- Size: 6"L x 5.1"W
- Weight: 24.7 oz
Country of Origin: ChinaWeb ID: 13354806
Customer Reviews:
Rated 4.2 out of 5�by 5 reviewers.
Rated 4 out of 5�by FunkyMunky Great Binos for the Price I've taken these out hunting, fishing and for general glassing. They have performed great during all light levels and are really comfortable when used with an aftermarket bino case. My only negative critique of these are the factory lens and eyepiece covers. As with every brand I've ever used they stink. Get a good bino case and these will last a very useful lifetime. They feel great, are quick to focus and have all most no edge blur. The eyepieces are also adjustable for use with glasses which is great for sunny days or people with impaired vision. Overall a great product. December 4, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5�by Grandpa Ken Very good optics but poor eyecup design and assembly Purchased for hunting and have used recently. While using I noticed very small screws falling out. These guide the eyecups when extending and contracting the cups. Three screws per eye. I was able to find the two screws which can out of the right eye up. Reinstalled using loctite thread locker sealant. Hopefully this will retain the screws. Optics are clear and low light does not hinder clarity. I do like them but the eye pieces can be better designed and assembled. October 2, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5�by miko 5 if the caps would stay in I looked at several brands before my purchase and of the nikon .They are clear and easy to use. The only issue I have is the front cover do not stay in whether you are sitting or walking , which is aggravating. Other than the covers I am happy with my purchase September 17, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5�by Bubbaruss Superior performance at a reasonnable price Served us well during sea-land journey on Holland America. Easy to focus and easy to adjust to second user. September 7, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5�by Goldie60 My husband really likes his binoculars. First time in, no one was at the desk...may have been dealing with someone. Came back after lunch and received what I would say is good service. A little bit of communication issues to get answers for inquiries on buying a demo product. In the end, 10% plus sale price was a reasonable resolution. And the product is excellent and was well received! June 10, 2014
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Why the Jury's Still Out on the Value of Your Hybrid
NEW YORK ( TheStreet) -- Drivers attracted to hybrids have long faced a nagging question: Is a hybrid really cheaper to own once the fuel savings are compared with the premium paid for the car?
Over the years, studies have increasingly answered "yes," often because that premium has inched down while fuel prices have gone up. But the analysis includes a lot of assumptions that may not match the car owner's experience -- fuel costs, miles driven per year and the number of years the vehicle is kept.
A study by Vincentric, a compiler of cost-of-ownership data, found that 13 of 33 hybrids are cheaper to own than their counterparts with standard engines. That's two more than in last year's study, but because there are more hybrids this year the percentage of cost-effective models fell to 39% from 44%.
Some of the most cost effective were high-end hybrids such as the Lexus
Vincentric looks at eight factors, including depreciation, financing, fees and taxes, fuel costs, insurance maintenance, repairs and opportunity cost, which is the value of alternative uses for the buyer's money.
So how would you fare with a hybrid?
The most important issue is the premium you'd pay for a hybrid versus the cost of fuel. If you believe gasoline prices will stay high or go up, and if you drive a lot, the savings may be large enough to make the vehicle pay. Vincentric used average fuel prices over the five months before the study.
Lower gas prices mean less savings. No one knows exactly what gasoline will cost down the road, but many experts think new oil sources in the U.S. and Canada will keep gasoline from skyrocketing and could even bring prices down.
For many drivers, Vincentric's 15,000-mile-per-year assumption will be on the high side. That's 288 miles a week -- not much if you drive some distance to work, but probably high if you just bop around a suburban town. The more miles you drive, the sooner the fuel savings will offset the hybrid's premium price.
How big is that premium? At one extreme is the 2013 Mercedes Benz S Class hybrid, which actually sells for $2,489 less than its all-gas counterpart. But the vast majority of hybrids do cost more, with the biggest premium the $11,817 required by the 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. The Toyota Prius C, essentially the granddaddy of hybrids, costs $3,004 more than its closest relative, the Toyota Yaris.


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by John MacArthur
God's Word is clear—believers are not to be given over to anxiety. But it's not simply a cold, abrupt command to stop worrying. Scripture is clear that we shouldn't focus on the plans, needs, and uncertainties of tomorrow, but it's also clear about where our focus should be instead.
This is what Jesus said to His followers, and the same instructions hold true for us today: "Seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you" (Matthew 6:33).
In other words, focus your thoughts and your energy on the Lord's plans and purposes, and He will take care of your physical needs. God wants to free His children from being preoccupied with the mundane. Colossians 3:2 says as directly as possible, "Set your mind on the things above, not on the things that are on earth." A worldly, materialistic Christian is a contradiction in terms.
Seeking God's kingdom is to be our first priority. It means doing what you can to promote God's rule over His creation. That includes manifesting His rule in your life through "righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit" (Romans 14:17). When the world sees those virtues in your life instead of worry, it is evidence of the Lord's work in you, and it testifies to the priorities of your heart. You can tell people about the gospel all you want, but if your life is marked by anxiety and fear, they will not believe you have anything they need. They will question the power and love of the Lord.
It's not easy to cast your cares on the Lord and trust Him to supply all your needs. But it's what He's commanded us to do through His Word. And in a world consumed with worry and fear, an anxiety-free life adorns the gospel and magnifies the Lord.
Look at your life objectively—where do you spend most of your time? What consumes your thoughts? Where do you put your energy and resources? The daily pattern of your life says a lot about what matters to you, what you hope for, what you put your trust in, and what you truly love.
One way or another, your life is a testimony to those around you. What does yours say about your faith, your fears, and your priorities?
(Adapted fromAnxious for Nothing.)
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I would like to thank John and Grace To You for these blogs, and especially this series. I purchased the book "Anxious for Nothing" two years ago- it is a great book.
However, I wonder if John could post a blog concerning something not specifically covered in the book, or in this blog series so far: those of us who are- literally, unfortunately, and unbiblically- "anxious for nothing". That is, those of us who are afflicted with seemingly unprovoked or irrational anxiety attacks, panic attacks, or maybe worse. These attacks seem to have little to do with "what to eat" or "what to wear"- for some people, they come out of nowhere. They can be quite paralyzing, and can suck all the joy out of life.
Whatever Biblical advice and thoughts John might have on this would probably be appreciated by many.
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Be contend of what we have are what we are... defeats worry.. Amen.. Thank you, Lord.
Robert - Thanks for your honest sharing about this important matter. I got JM's book about 16 years ago when it was called Anxiety Attacked. It served as a blessing and it guided me in the right direction away from panic attacks (and it continues to do so as I re-read it as necessary). I'd also suggest you search the GTY website as there are a number of JM sermons/messages about anxiety attacks that expound on this matter to a deeper level. Lastly, but most importantly, go to trusted brothers at your fellowship, seek counsel, and go forward knowing our Lord is there for you. Regards, Jerry
A sermon delivered by Pastor MacArthur on 6.18.2000, "How to Be a Man of Courage" can also be downloaded from the GTY site. 2Cor2:1
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Tree-kangaroos are macropods adapted for life in trees. They inhabit the rainforests of Australia and New Guinea, far northeastern Queensland, and nearby islands.[2] Although most are found in mountainous areas, several species also occur in lowlands, such as the aptly named Lowlands Tree-kangaroo. Most tree-kangaroos are considered threatened due to hunting and habitat loss.
There are 14 species of tree-kangaroos, though some uncertainty exists due to taxonomy. Depending on species, there are significant variations in the color of the pelage and size, with a head and body length of 41 to 77 centimetres (16 to 30 in), a tail length of 40 to 87 centimetres (16 to 34 in), and a weight of up to 14.5 kilograms (32 lb). Females are smaller than males.
The evolutionary history of Tree-Kangaroos begins with a rainforest floor dwelling Pademelon like ancestor (Thylogale spp.).[3] This ancestor evolved from an arboreal possum-like ancestor as is suspected of all Macropodid marsupials in Australia and New Guinea. During the late Eocene the Australian/New Guinean continent began a period of drying that caused a retreat in the area of rainforest.[4] The retreat of the rainforest forced the ancestral Pademelons to begin living in a dryer, rockier environment. After some generations of adaptation to the new environment, the Pademelons (Thylogale spp.) evolved into Rock-wallabies (Petrogale spp.).[3] The Rock-wallabies developed a generalist feeding strategy due to their dependence on a diverse assortment of vegetation refuges.[5] This generalist strategy allowed the Rock-wallabies to easily adapt to malesian rainforest types that were introduced to Australia from Asia during the mid-Miocene.[4][3] The Rock-wallabies that migrated into these introduced forests adapted to spend more time climbing trees. One species in particular, the Proserpine Rock-wallaby (Petrogale persephone), displays equal preference for climbing trees as for living in rocky outcrops.[3] During the late-Miocene the semi-arboreal Rock-wallabies evolved into the now extinct tree-kangaroo genus Bohra.[6] Global cooling during the Pleistocene caused continent wide drying and rainforest retractions in Australia and New Guinea.[7] The rainforest contractions isolated populations of Bohra which resulted in the evolution of today's tree-kangaroos (Dendrolagus spp.) as they adapted to lifestyles in geographically small and diverse rainforest fragments, and became further specialized for a canopy dwelling lifestyle.[8]
Tree-kangaroos are slow and clumsy on the ground. They move at about walking pace and hop awkwardly, leaning their body far forward to balance the heavy tail. But in trees they are bold and agile. They climb by wrapping the forelimbs around the back of a tree and hopping with the powerful hind legs, allowing the forelimbs to slide. They are expert leapers; 9 metres (30 ft) downward jumps from one tree to another have been recorded, and they have the extraordinary ability to jump to the ground from 18 metres (59 ft) or more without being hurt.
The following species are assigned to the genus Dendrolagus:[1]
- Grizzled Tree-kangaroo, Dendrolagus inustus; northern and western New Guinea, plus the island of Yapen, and possibly Salawati and Waigeo.
- Lumholtz's Tree-kangaroo, Dendrolagus lumholtzi; Queensland, Australia.
- Bennett's Tree-kangaroo, Dendrolagus bennettianus; Queensland, Australia.
- Ursine Tree-kangaroo, Dendrolagus ursinus; Vogelkop, New Guinea.
- Matschie's Tree-kangaroo, Dendrolagus matschiei; Huon Peninsula, New Guinea.
- Doria's Tree-kangaroo, Dendrolagus dorianus; western, central, and southeastern New Guinea.
- Seri's Tree-kangaroo, Dendrolagus stellarum; highlands of west-central New Guinea.
- Goodfellow's Tree-kangaroo, Dendrolagus goodfellowi; central and southeastern New Guinea.
- Golden-mantled Tree-kangaroo, Dendrolagus pulcherrimus; Foja and Torricelli Mountains, New Guinea.
- Lowlands Tree-kangaroo, Dendrolagus spadix; south-western lowlands of Papua New Guinea.
- Dingiso, Dendrolagus mbaiso; highlands of west-central New Guinea
- Tenkile, Dendrolagus scottae; Sandaun Province, New Guinea.
The taxonomy, especially of the Dendrolagus dorianus and Dendrolagus goodfellowi superspecies, is complex. The taxon stellarum was described as a subspecies of the D. dorianus,[9][10] but some recent authorities have treated it as a species based on its absolute diagnostability.[1] It has further been suggested that the taxon mayri, known only from a single old specimen, may represent a valid species,[11] but as it is virtually unknown, most authorities have retained it as a subspecies of D. dorianus.[1] The case for pulcherrimus is comparable to that of stellarum. It was initially described as a subspecies of Dendrolagus goodfellowi,[9] but recent authorities have elevated it to species status based on its absolute diagnostability.[1] A population of the Tenkile recently discovered from the Bewani Mountains may represent an undescribed subspecies.[12]
Back and tail of a Buergers' Tree-kangaroo (D. g. buergersi)
See also
- ^ a b c d e Groves, C. P. (2005). Wilson, D. E.; Reeder, D. M. eds. Mammal Species of the World (3rd ed.). Baltimore: Johns Hopkins University Press. pp. 59–61. OCLC 62265494. ISBN 0-801-88221-4. http://www.bucknell.edu/msw3.
- ^ http://animals.nationalgeographic.com/animals/mammals/matschies-tree-kangaroo/
- ^ a b c d Martin, Roger William (July 2005). Tree-kangaroos of Australia and New Guinea. CSIRO. ISBN 978-0-643-09072-9. http://books.google.com/books?id=A4SUo1QTn-sC.
- ^ a b Archer, Mike (1991). Riversleigh: The Story of Animals in Ancient Rainforest of Inland Australia. Bangowlah, NSW: Reed Books.
- ^ Tuft, K. D.; Crowther, M.S.; McArthur, C. (2011). "Multiple scales of diet selection of brush-tailed rock-wallabies (Petrogale penicillata)". Australian Mammalogy 33: 169–180.
- ^ Flannery, Timothy; Martin, Roger; Szalay, Alexandra (1996). Tree-kangaroos: A Curious Natural History. Melbourne VIC: Reed Books. pp. 68–72. ISBN 978-0-7301-0492-6.
- ^ Hopkins, M. S.; J. Ash, A. W. Graham, J. Head, and R. K. Hewitt (1993). "Charcoal evidence of the spatial extent of the Eucalyptus woodland expansions and rainforest contractions in North Queensland during the late Pleistocene". Journal of Biogeography 20: 357–372.
- ^ Prideaux, G. J., Warburton, N.M. (2010). Macropods:. Collingwood, VIC: CSIRO. pp. 137–151.
- ^ a b Flannery, T. (1995). Mammals of New Guinea. Reed Books. ISBN 0-7301-0411-7.
- ^ Nowak, R., ed. (1999). Walker's Mammals of the World (6th ed.). Johns Hopkins University Press. ISBN 0-8018-5789-9.
- ^ Wondiwoi Tree Kangaroo Tenkile Conservation Alliance
- ^ Tenkile Tree Kangaroo Tenkile Conservation Alliance


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Brooklyn-based electronic duo Tanlines, aka Jesse Cohen and Eric Emm, believe that good music and art come out of friendship. We went to their Greenpoint, Brooklyn studio to see how they use that energy to pump life into their computer-based music and got some insight into their recording process along the way.
If anything, they hope their music will remind fans of a certain time in their lives—even if for only a few precious moments.


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Updo hairstyle with long fringe
The bump (also known as "quiff" or "poof") is given a sweet touch in this long, half-pony updo. Straight, brunette hair with blonde streaks is taken up in a half-pony, then a few strands in front are deliberately combed out. The half-pony is back-combed for the bump, smoothed out a bit, then pinned back down carefully so that the height is evenly distributed all over the crown. The loose hair is styled straight, especially the combed-out fringe that is left across and down the face.


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Overall a good, solid car, reasonably priced, reliable and dosn't sound like a tin can.
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2008 Honda Civic Ratings, Reviews and Analysis
Ratings & Reviews
5 star
HondaDriver84 writes:
Would buy again.
Pricing Trends
The average listing price for a 2008 Honda Civic:
- LemonFree $12,017
- In California $13,238
Pricing difference by year:
- 2009 $13,095 + $1,078
- 2007 $11,023 - $994 vs national average
Average price by trim:
- Base $11,673
- EX w/Navi $11,822
- EX-L w/Navi $12,685
- Hybrid $11,092
- Hybrid w/Navi $11,836
- Si $13,870
- Si w/Navi $14,995
- Si w/Navi w/Summer Tires $0
- Si w/Summer Tires $13,344
Safety Ratings and Recalls
2008 Honda Civic
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Recall Notices
2008 Honda Civic (5/24/2016)
Campaign Number: 16V346000
Component Name: AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL
Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Description: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Acura TSX, 2011 TSX Wagon, 2010-2011 Acura ZDX, 2008-2011 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic, Civic Hybrid, and Civic GX, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2010-2011 FCX Clarity and Insight, and 2009-2011 Fit, and Pilot vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless already included in "Zone A" above, Honda is recalling certain model year 2008 Honda Accord, 2006-2008 Civic, Civic Hybrid and Civic GX, and 2007-2008 CR-V vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Vehicles not originally sold or ever registered in either Zones A or B are not subject to this safety recall. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Defect: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inflator, free of charge. Remedy parts are expected to be available in late Summer/Fall 2016. Interim notices will be mailed to owners beginning June 27, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall is KA4, KA5, KA6, and KA7.
2008 Honda Civic (10/14/2008)
Campaign Number: 08V535000
Component Name: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Description: HONDA IS RECALLING 128 MY 2008-2009 CIVIC SEDANS. A BRACKET THAT COVERS THE FUEL HOSE CONNECTOR IS SECURED WITH A BOLT AND NUT, BUT DURING ASSEMBLY THE NUT WAS NOT INSTALLED.
Defect: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE BRACKET MAY BECOME LOOSE WHICH COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE FUEL HOSE CONNECTOR. A DAMAGED CONNECTOR COULD LEAD TO A FUEL LEAK AND INCREASES THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Corrective Action: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NUT ON THE FUEL FEED HOSE BRACKET. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 13, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.


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South Side Blockbuster set to close
The curtain continues to fall on the era of the video store.
The South Side Blockbuster will close, leaving Pueblo with one store. The store at 2035 S. Pueblo Blvd. launched a closeout sale Friday with discounts of 10 to 30 percent on its merchandise.
The North Side Blockbuster at 1535 U.S. 50 West remains open.
At the South Side location, a large yellow banner announcing the pending closure hung from the store. Makeshift signs alerted customers to the discounts. Employees at the store said they could not comment on the closure. No firm closing date was listed on any of the signage.
A message left with Blockbuster parent Dish Network Corp., based in Denver, was not returned Friday.
The move continues a wave of Blockbuster closures across the country as the brick-and-mortar stores lose business to RedBox, Netflix, Blockbuster's own video delivery services and others.
Dish Network, which purchased bankrupt Blockbuster in 2011, closed about 500 of the stores in 2012 and announced in January plans to close another 300 in 2013, which would leave about 500 in the U.S.
Each store employs about seven to 10 full- and part-time workers.
In 2010, the last two Hollywood Video stores in Pueblo closed after the chain's owner, Movie Gallery, declared bankruptcy and opted to shutter its remaining 1,900 stores nationwide.


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New snowfall blankets area
MARQUETTE – With the exception of Northern Michigan University, Superiorland schools were closed today due to snow and windy conditions.
A winter storm warning remains in effect until midnight tonight, according to the National Weather Service's office in Negaunee Township.
For the daytime hours today, the forecast calls for breezy and cold conditions. Snow showers will include areas of blowing snow with accumulations of 4 to 6 inches near Marquette and Skandia and 3 to 5 inches over the higher terrain of Marquette County, the forecast states.
Winds may gust up to 40 mph during the day while tonight, northwest winds will continue to blow at 15-20 mph inland and 20-30 mph near the Lake Superior shore, with another 2 to 4 inches of snow expected. With lows of 3 degrees inland, wind chill readings could be about 20 below zero tonight, according to the NWS forecast.
That 20-below wind chill is anticipated to continue Wednesday morning, with a chance of snow showers all day and a high of about 12 degrees.


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Hello Forest,
Firstly , can I say thankyou for the great welcome I have had from everyone! I am still finding my way around the forest but am really enjoying doing so!
As the environmental health visit threw up that the folk in the kitchen need to be wearing aprons and have their heads covered
I have been looking into hats and aprons for everyone in the kitchen and hopefully have found some suitable and cheap from a company called Chefs Kit.
Steve and I discussed this requirement of the environmental health yesterday and thought that in order to use the aprons tea, towels etc.more efficiently we'd need to order enough that a reasonable load could be in the washing machine and still have the kitchen crew covered, we reckoned about 15 aprons ('cos we have a few which are usable) and 18 hats. That's working on having 5 aprons and caps clean at a time for use.
The aprons are just plain white and could be screen printed with a forest logo.
This is going to be around £120 and will need to be paid for by card for an online order. Steve suggested that, as the Forest has no card, some kind individual may able and willing to use theirs and be re-imbursed by the Forest? I still have to run this past Bridget and check with Martin that the budget is ok (we thought originally, around £100).
Does this seem ok? Anyone know of anywhere cheaper?
We need to have the kitchen covered before their return visit which is to be next month some time.
if anyone wants to take a look, it's the skull caps at £2.25 (+vat) (the aprons are 3.95 +vat)
cheers! Lucy


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Cape serval
The cape serval (Leptailurus serval serval) is an extinct subspecies of serval that had once resided in Africa.
Habitat [edit]
The cape serval was found in savannas throughout Africa. They cannot be found in arid desert regions, tropical rainforests, or near the Western tip of South Africa, and are almost always found near water.
Physical description [edit]
Servals have the longest ears and legs, relative to the size of their bodies, in the cat family. Their body length can be as big as 1 meter in length, their tail can grow to the length of 45 centimeters, and their shoulder height can be up to 62 centimeters. Males are generally larger than females. Their long legs lets them see over the tall grasses in the savannas, allowing them to follow their prey easier. The auditory bullae and pinnae inside their ears are enlarged to help them detect the presence of prey that emit high frequency sounds. Their ears are rounded with white stripes on the back. The pelage of the cape serval is a reddish-brown with many dark spots that may merge and form into stripes on the back. Servals that live closer to wet spots have more detailed markings on their body and those living near dry spaces have large, bold spots.
Reproduction [edit]
Not much is known about the mating of servals, but it is not seasonal. From time to time, males and females may rest and hunt together for several days. Gestation lasts anywhere from 65 to 75 days. On average, 3 servals are born from each litter.
Behavior [edit]
Servals are solitary animals that mostly communicate by urine spraying and rubbing saliva on objects such as rocks or trees. They can also communicate using shrill cries, growling, and purring.
Generally, they do not like to confront each other, but can occur when home territories overlap. Servals will often take cover and hide when surprised. When confronted, they may hide using sudden directional changes and leaping.
Servals are primarily crepuscular. Their peak activity times are between ten to eleven o'clock, deep into the night, and four to five in the early morning.
Hunting and taking care of the litter is mostly what the female serval does during her day. While she is out hunting, the unprotected kittens are hidden in a den built with tall, thick grass. Mothers will hunt for male kittens only until they are able to hunt on their own. The mothers will hunt for the females for a longer time.
Food and eating habits [edit]
Servals are carnivorous, and their diet consists of mostly hares, mole rats, ground squirrels, viel rats, quails, queleas, frogs, and flamingos. They pounce on their victims and land on them with their two front paws. They can also reach into very deep holes and may enter water to catch prey. If it fails to catch their prey on the first time, they often won't try again. Like most cats, when they catch prey, they might play with them before eating. They can leap up to 10 feet in the air and can change direction midair, even at full speed. This makes servals very efficient hunters. 40% of their pounces in the day are successful, and 59% in the night.


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