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OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – The Amateur Softball Association, the National Governing Body of Softball in the United States, announced today the kick-off of the 'USA Softball National Team Child Care Fund.' An established fund for the reimbursement of Child Care expenses incurred by USA Softball National Team members, the fund was implemented as a support means for individuals with families who participate within the National Team program. An avenue designed to support the growth of the sport, this fund presents the opportunity to balance family and softball to some of the nation's best softball athlete's.
"We really appreciate the ASA's openness to support a cause like this and to support its athletes," said two-time Olympic gold medalist Leah O'Brien-Amico. "With support of the fans of USA Softball it will now be possible for athletes to have families and represent their country."
Now accepting tax deductible donations, the ASA will pool the money to be distributed among the athletes who submit applications for reimbursement. Donations cannot be made to specific athletes, but to the overall fund to later be divided accordingly.
If you would like to donate to the 'ASA Child Care Grant Fund' please make checks payable to:
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Tuesday, June 11, 2013 - Text by Dev Sukumar | Badmintonphoto
The first round of the Djarum Indonesia Open began with an unpleasant shock for China as both Wang Yihan and Wang Shixian lost in Women's Singles today.
Third seed Wang Yihan, who won this title in 2011, and seventh seed Wang Shixian, winner of the Swiss Open, stumbled to first-round defeats against Yip Pui Yin (Hong Kong) and Busanan Ongbumrungpan (Thailand) respectively. This was Wang Yihan's third first-round demise of 2013, after suffering a similar fate at the All England and Korea Open. Yip, once ranked No.8 but who has slid to No. 25 after average performances over the last two years, achieved one of her career's biggest results versus the world No. 3. Wang Yihan led 6-2 in their battles and, after winning the first game 21-12, looked set to continue her dominance over her Hong Kong opponent.
However, Yip (BWF home page) refused to buckle, and kept a narrow lead for the most part of the second game. Although Yihan levelled a 17-19 deficit, Yip kept her composure to win the next two points and force a deciding game. She dominated the third game, piling on the pressure and winning the match comfortably at 12-21 21-19 21-18.
Later in the day, it was Wang Shixian's turn to bow out. She ran into Thailand's upcoming player Busanan Ongbumrungpan 21-11 9-21 21-19. Interestingly, Ongbumrungpan had lost to Shixian at the same stage in this event last year.
Among the other noteworthy results of the day were Women's Singles sixth seed Sung Ji Hyun (Korea) falling to Belaetrix Manuputi (Indonesia) 16-21 21-16 21-19. In Mixed Doubles, Malaysia's Chan Peng Soon/Goh Liu Ying scored a hard-fought win over Qiu Zihan/Bao Yixin 19-21 21-12 23-21 after squandering four match points, while Asian champions Ko Sung Hyun/Kim Ha Na were bundled out in the first round by Markis Kido/Pia Zebadiah Bernadeth 21-18 21-13.
* India's Saina Nehwal suffered a minor scare against local hope Lindaweni Fanetri. The latter saved six match points in the second game to force a third. Nehwal eventually won 21-17 27-29 21-13.
* The first round of Men's Singles starts tomorrow. Qualifiers - who yesterday started their quest for the main draw - include Andre Kurniawan Tedjono, Riyanto Subagja (both Indonesia), Sai Praneeth (India) and Kazumasa Sakai (Japan). Sai Praneeth will have the opportunity of playing Indonesian idol, Taufik Hidayat, who has announced this will be his final tournament.
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Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Laundry Room Clock Redo
47 comments:
- Amy said...
Love the clock! Super cute.
- April 18, 2012 at 11:52 PM
- Claire @ a little something in the meantime . . . said...
This looks awesome! I love the colour your chose for the surround and the mini clothespins are adorable! My Silhouette opened up the world of customizing clocks for me and I had lots of fun doing one last month. Now I'm always checking to see whether a clock can be opened to change the face.
All the best,
- April 19, 2012 at 5:50 AM
- Claire @ a little something in the meantime . . . said...
Whoops, *you* chose!
- April 19, 2012 at 5:51 AM
- Kathe said...
I have been looking for inspiration for my laundry room redo and love this idea! I will be on the look out for a clock while out thrifting! I'd love it if you shared at my new Tuesday link party!
- April 19, 2012 at 10:29 AM
- Gen said...
Oh WOW!! I LOVE IT!! Like really, everything, the green color, the clothespins(!!!!), the scrapbook paper, the quote. I might have to replicate this exactly, because it's just so awesome! Ok maybe different colors... Thank you SO much for sharing this great idea!!
- April 19, 2012 at 12:59 PM
- Whim-Z B said...
This is AWESOME!!! ♥♥♥ it!
- April 19, 2012 at 2:39 PM
- Judy said...
I just found you over at At The Picket Fence and am your latest follower. I just love this clock. It's super adorable. Was it easy to take the clock apart?
- April 19, 2012 at 2:51 PM
- Beth said...
Oh, those mini clothespins are adorable for the number locations! It looks so much prettier than the plain white.
- April 19, 2012 at 6:15 PM
- ✿ⒹⒺⒺ✿@ A Lapin Life said...
That is one of the cutest clock makeover I've ever seen.
- April 19, 2012 at 7:20 PM
- Amy Fountain said...
This clock just screams Spring and Wonderful. Its inspires a happy thought.
- April 19, 2012 at 7:37 PM
- Danni Baird @ Silo Hill Farm said...
So much better! Now you've got me looking at my clocks...they could use some sprucing up!! Great job and saw you at Creation Corner. Happily a new GFC follower. Thanks for inspiring me!
- April 20, 2012 at 5:04 AM
- Kelly Rowe said...
LOVE THIS! It's a-dorable :)
- April 20, 2012 at 6:25 AM
- I Play Outside The Box said...
Now that is cute!! Found you over at MRL!
- April 20, 2012 at 7:10 AM
- cardsbymo said...
You should mass market this clock! It is so darn cute!
- April 20, 2012 at 7:47 AM
- Katherines Corner said...
So cute, I love this whimsical clock. Well done! Hopping over from Marni's sassy site :-) Hugs and happy weekend wishes
- April 20, 2012 at 8:13 AM
- Paula said...
I love this clock, what a sweet idea.
- April 20, 2012 at 8:34 AM
- Alderberry Hill said...
This is the cutest thing, you did an awesome job!
Make the Scene Monday @ Alderberry Hill
- April 20, 2012 at 10:25 AM
- Patti said...
Fabulous! Love the phrase you used - so appropriate!
- April 20, 2012 at 12:18 PM
- gail said...
very fun clock angie!! :)
- April 20, 2012 at 6:52 PM
- Bonnie @ Uncommon said...
Shut up! this is just precious! LOVE the little clothespins!! ;)
- April 20, 2012 at 7:21 PM
- Amy said...
Oh my gosh, this is too cute!! And clever! The mini clothespins just make the whole thing! You should sell them! I would LOVE for you to share here:
- April 21, 2012 at 7:40 AM
- Shannah @ Just Us Four said...
This is a fantastic project! It looks really cute with the mini clothespins! I would love it if you would consider sharing it at my Pinworthy Projects Link Party over at Just Us Four!
- April 21, 2012 at 12:13 PM
- Katy @ Lolly Linens said...
You are so smart, I love this.
- April 21, 2012 at 2:08 PM
- Jeanette www.craftyincrosby.com said...
LOVE this! I'm going to make one in red to match my laundry room.
- April 21, 2012 at 3:00 PM
- Allyson Butler said...
This is adorable! Thanks for sharing. Also, I gave your blog a little shout out over at Cupcakes and Candy Canes.
- April 21, 2012 at 5:34 PM
- TidyMom said...
I'm in LOVE with this! SO cute!!
Thanks for linking up, I featured your post in my wrap up http://tidymom.net/2012/bloggy-bootcamp-st-louis/
Have a great rest of the weekend!
- April 22, 2012 at 12:22 PM
- meijo's JOY said...
super cute - pinning this!
- April 23, 2012 at 8:18 AM
- meijo's JOY said...
super cute - pinning this!
- April 23, 2012 at 8:18 AM
- Bethany @ A Fish Who Likes Flowers said...
This clock is adorable!!! I love the little clothespins instead of numbers. Thanks for the inspiration!
- April 23, 2012 at 12:03 PM
- Julie said...
I am inviting you to come and be part of Show Your Stuff blog hop:
- April 23, 2012 at 4:10 PM
- Six Sisters said...
We have a white clock just like that. So excited to jazz it up a bit. So very cute!! We loved having you link up to our "Strut Your Stuff Saturday." Please join us again next week! Thanks! -The Sisters
- April 23, 2012 at 7:09 PM
- Ginny @ OrganizingHomelife.com said...
This is so cute! I love the mini clothespins and the quote you used. I would love for you to link it up to my party, Simply Sensational Tuesday! http://www.organizinghomelife.com/archives/2959
- April 23, 2012 at 7:40 PM
- Linda @ it all started with paint said...
That is amazing. As in AMAZING!
So darling and clever and laundry room perfect!
- April 23, 2012 at 7:53 PM
- mrslauralynn said...
Haha, love the text in the middle. Such a clever idea! I'm going to try this one - Thanks for the inspiration :)
- April 24, 2012 at 4:03 AM
- NanAppetit said...
What a good idea! I pinned it.
- April 24, 2012 at 7:15 AM
- Sanghamitra Bhattacherjee(Mukherjee) said...
This is so cute, clever and creative.
Thanks for sharing.
Hope to see you on my blog:)
- April 24, 2012 at 11:10 PM
- Nicole said...
I love it! It looks so good!
- April 25, 2012 at 12:53 AM
- Karen at Bargain-ista.com said...
This is adorable!!! Love the clothespins! What a clever idea :)
- April 25, 2012 at 8:23 AM
I love your clock for the laundry room. I also really appreciate the snowman soup cup you made. Could you please tell me the brand of the vinyl used.
- April 25, 2012 at 8:32 AM
- Tausha said...
I heart this clock! So cute! How very clever and creative of you to use clothes pins! Darling! Thanks for the inspiration!
Have a happy week!
- April 25, 2012 at 5:00 PM
- Loribeth Clark said...
It must be the season for redoing clocks. I did it myself a couple weeks ago, and I'm seeing them all over the link parties.
Yours is super cute! I how you used the mini clothes pins for the numbers. Sooooo Creative!!!
- April 26, 2012 at 6:46 AM
- odetoinspiration said...
Oh my this is the cutest clock every! What a creative idea... too much fun!! Thanks for sharing:D
- April 26, 2012 at 7:02 AM
- Donna said...
What a great idea!!
- April 26, 2012 at 9:00 AM
- Aimee - ItsOverflowing.com said...
Totally Perfect!!! I'd love to have you share at my party...it JUST opened!!!
XO, Aimee
- April 28, 2012 at 7:54 PM
- 4 Sisters @ bringingbeauty.blogspot.com said...
This is so adorable, and that quote it Perfect!
We'd love to see this project at our Beautify It Monday link party which opens tonight at 5pm!
-Four Sisters
- April 29, 2012 at 1:16 PM
- Kara at Petals to Picots said...
I found your project through the Marvelously Messy party ... I love this clock! Such a great idea!!
- April 29, 2012 at 7:34 PM
- April said...
Love this! I just love the mini clothespins instead of numbers.
- April 30, 2012 at 8:12 PM


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TRIMOUNTAIN -Michael P. Pennanen, 63, a resident of Trimountain, died on Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2013, at the Oscar G. Johnson V.A. Medical Center in Iron Mountain following a short illness.
He was born in Hancock on January 11, 1950. He was raised by his mother, Esther "Ambo" (Sjostrand) Pennanen and was a 1968 graduate of Jeffers High School.
Mike worked for Mattson Bottling in Hancock and for several years was employed by Adams Township.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving on the USS Hancock during the Vietnam War.
Mike drove the D.A.V. van to Iron Mountain for five years and enjoyed spending time with the patients he brought to their appointments. Recently, he received a certificate of recognition award from the Department of Veterans Affairs for his service, logging a total of 2693 hours.
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Surviving are three aunts, Gloria Stone of South Range, Joyce (Ron) Paulson of Baltic and Betty (Ralph) Tapani of South Range; as well as several cousins.
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To the Editor:
I agree with state Rep. Bob Gunther, R-Fairmont, that $89.5 million for a Senate office building is pretty stupid. But it's not the dumbest spending ever done at the Capital.
The king of dumb spending has to be the $1.1 billion spent on three new sports stadiums to replace the Metrodome, which didn't need to be replaced. Two of these stadiums were for two of the richest men in America, Carl Pohlad and Ziggy Wilf.
Sadly, Rep. Gunther, along with Rep. Rod Hamilton, Sen. Doug Magnus (retired) and Sen. Julie Rosen, all Republicans, voted yes for these three stadiums. ($89.5 million x 12 = $1.1 billion).
Does that mean these four Republicans that represent us (Magnus has since retired) are 12 times dumber than the Democrats who voted for the Senate office building? If so, why do we keep re-electing them?
The hocus-pocus scheme to pay for these stadiums with electronic pulltabs and tobacco taxes has collapsed like a house of cards in a tornado. Sen. Rosen still thinks her plan was a good one. Perhaps she will give us a chance to delve into her thinking on the Wilf's stadium handout one day?
How many roads/bridges/education could we have funded with $1.1 billion? $485 million for the Vikings stadium, $375 million for the Twins stadium and $325 million for the Gophers stadium. While these four Republicans were spending on stadiums, we had a bridge collapse in the Twin Cities and a government shutdown under Gov. Tim Pawlenty.
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UMES meets all academic standards set by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, the recognized accreditor of college and university programs in applied science, computing, engineering and engineering technology.
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According to ABET's website, UMES becomes the 26th historically black institution to achieve the credential, which the organization says "demonstrates … (a) commitment to providing students with a quality education."
Dr. Juliette B. Bell called "accreditation of the engineering program, along with that of the pharmacy program, … one of the highlights of my first year as president."
Central State University, where Dr. Bell was chief academic officer before becoming UMES' president in July 2012, is among the HBCUs with ABET accreditation.
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Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (83 votes).
In short: Well organised, original momento & a course PBIn full: Really enjoyed this race again. Very friendly marshals. Well organised and nice to get something different as a momento (pottery mug). Big thanks to the volunteers & organisers!Date of review: January 2, 2011
In short: Fantastic friendly muddy race!In full: Really enjoyed the race - superb organisation, encouraging marshalls and a challenging cross-country course. Loved getting the special mug memento instead of a t-shirt. I will definitely come back next year for more!Date of review: November 23, 2010
In short: Great organisation from MRC, good atmosphere, mud and water made it entertaining in sections, great views and downhill to the finish and teaIn full: Really enjoyed this run, a cold day and wet and muddy in places making it a strength sapping event. But a great atmosphere and if you love trail running then you would love this, just the right type of 'challenging'. Marlborough Running Club organise some fantastic events and I am happy to travel to compete in them and this was no different, friendly and supportive marshals and tea and cake at the finish - what more could you want. Date of review: November 23, 2010
In short: Glad I brought my mudsnorkel!In full: Very muddy in places; could have used a canoe for some of the 'alternative' bits; the photos of Mud Alley don't do it justice. Lots of looking like ducks on ice, and some wallowing. But there were lots of drier, sounder, tracky bits in between. Good profile, hills not too challenging and good to descend to the finish. Felt quite bleak at the tops, with grey skies and cold wind, but in good weather views would be glorious. Very well organised and friendly.Date of review: November 23, 2010
In short: good all round cross country runIn full: Probably my favourite event, 8+ miles of mud & track about right for beginners & experienced. longer would be a bit gruelling for less fit runners. Didn`t quite make the prizes - perhaps next year. Great fun.Date of review: November 22, 2010
In short: A really enjoyable event as long as you've got the grip!In full: My first ever race so I have nothing to compare it with, but what a benchmark! Enjoyed it thoroughly, grippy Salomons SC2's were the right choice for me, coping well with super slippery wet clay and compacted trails equally well. A lot of people appeared to be in road shoes, which would have made some sections a bit miserable! Can't wait for next year and will definitely be entering other events now, thanks to Phil and all the marshalls for such a brilliant introduction to racing.Date of review: November 22, 2010
In short: Hard going, exhausting and funIn full: Nice mix of tracks and fields. Hard going through all the mud and some very slippery bits! An army of friendly and encouraging marshals, and a lovely mug as a souvenir made the day for me. A very friendly race, albeit there were some seriously fit competitors (not me!) flying round the course. Will do again.Date of review: November 22, 2010
In short: superb raceIn full: this is now my second time i have done this race and its a superb but yet challenging race this is because of the MUD and road conditions and i am surprised that nobody fell into the Drink (the slimy water) or lose their shoes,but i did see a few people fall over and loads of muddy legs, The Course was (is) WELL marshalled and great to come back to the village hall for a nice cup of tea (shear Bliss) and this year we had as a Prize was a Mug Very Useful. I'll be back next year Date of review: November 22, 2010
In short: Wonderful scenery, when you get to look at it!In full: This was my first race and for me, it was brilliant. Really enjoyed it, although it was very wet, very slippery, and a constant struggle for us all to stay upright as it is a well used track by people and machinery - making very small ridges for the runners.My GPS recorded 8.48 miles, so it seems well over the 8 miles described. There were a half way (ish) sign and a 1 mile to go (ish) sign. Very well organised and I appreciated the long walk back to the car park. The mug is amazing :)Date of review: November 21, 2010
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Debates of Nov. 23rd, 2005
House of Commons Hansard #156 of the 38th Parliament, 1st Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was history.
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Monte Solberg Medicine Hat, AB
Mr. Speaker, while the minister is doing his navel gazing, seniors are taking a beating in the market. That is the problem.
It is all very interesting following along where the minister's mind leads him today, but investors need some certainty. Yesterday he said he wanted to give investors some certainty, so here is his big chance.
Income trust investors everywhere want to know, will the minister commit to levelling the playing field between income trusts and other investment vehicles without raising taxes on income trusts?
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2:45 p.m.
Ralph Goodale Minister of Finance
Mr. Speaker, the government has acted consistently in the best interests of senior citizens. We have raised RSP limits. We have removed the foreign property rule. We are increasing the GIS. We are reducing taxes on senior citizens. We are removing 240,000 seniors from the tax rolls altogether. We have rendered the Canada pension plan actuarially sound for the next 75 years. We have indexed the tax system against the impact of inflation.
This government has acted on behalf of seniors. We will continue to act in the best interests of seniors.
Oral Questions
November 23rd, 2005 / 2:45 p.m.
James Moore Port Moody—Westwood—Port Coquitlam, BC
Mr. Speaker, yesterday, the Auditor General criticized Transport Canada's mismanagement of the Quebec bridge file. Only 40% of the work has been completed, and more than $60 million has already been spent. Transport Canada and CN cannot agree on who is to foot the rest of the bill. We are talking about a historic site here, and a vital infrastructure.
Why can the Minister of Transport not come to an agreement and meet the expectations of the City of Quebec?
Oral Questions
2:45 p.m.
Jean Lapierre Minister of Transport
Mr. Speaker, we have indeed done all we could to reach an agreement with CN and force it to complete the restoration of the Quebec bridge. Unfortunately, although we have had one meeting with the president and another meeting with officials, CN is not prepared to understand. Consequently, my patience has run out and today I instructed my attorneys to give CN formal notice to complete the work or face court proceedings.
Automobile Industry
Oral Questions
2:45 p.m.
Colin Carrie Oshawa, ON
Mr. Speaker, the rotting Liberal ship is sinking and the government is taking the manufacturing sector down with it.
Last spring the Liberal trade minister said, "It does not matter how many manufacturing jobs we lose to foreign and overseas labour markets". This week the industry minister classified the effects of 3,900 layoffs at GM as somewhat exaggerated.
Will the minister come to Oshawa, explain to the affected families that their job losses are exaggerated and reassure them, as he assured us on Monday, there will be no pink slips given out by GM?
Automobile Industry
Oral Questions
2:45 p.m.
Vancouver Kingsway
David Emerson Minister of Industry
Mr. Speaker, I think it would be appropriate for the hon. member to read what Buzz Hargrove had to say. He said:
We've already tried Harper's vision: cut taxes and wait for the jobs to come flowing in. It doesn't work.
If we want a competitive auto industry, we need government to play an active role.
He said that their members' jobs and the future of their communities are at risk with a Harper victory.
Automobile Industry
Oral Questions
2:45 p.m.
The Speaker
The hon. member should not refer to members by name, but by their title. I think the hon. member was referring to the Leader of the Opposition.
Oral Questions
2:45 p.m.
Brent St. Denis Algoma—Manitoulin—Kapuskasing, ON
Mr. Speaker, considering the importance of the issue, can the Minister of Industry inform the House about the role of the Registrar of Lobbyists and his vision for the future of the Lobbyists Registration Act?
Oral Questions
2:45 p.m.
Vancouver Kingsway
David Emerson Minister of Industry
Mr. Speaker, I have mentioned to the House a number of times that the Lobbyists Registration Act does require some strengthening. We have encountered difficulties in administering the act. I am announcing today the government's intent to amend the act.
We will strengthen enforcement, number one. We will enhance the independence of the Registrar of Lobbyists, number two. Number three, we will ensure that the Registrar of Lobbyists has the necessary resources. Specifically, we will increase fines, introduce administrative monetary penalties, extend the limitation period and strengthen the--
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2:45 p.m.
The Speaker
The hon. member for Burnaby—New Westminster.
Terasen Inc.
Oral Questions
2:45 p.m.
Peter Julian Burnaby—New Westminster, BC
Mr. Speaker, yesterday the U.S. said it would continue to impose illegal tariffs on softwood for 45 days and then let George Bush decide whether to respect NAFTA. That is another $200 million gone to Washington and the Liberal government gives away our leverage.
The Liberals have handed over Terasen, Canada's third largest utility, to a company with an appalling environmental and safety record owned by a George Bush bagman. The message to Mr. Bush is it is open season on Canada.
British Columbians have said no. Will the government halt the takeover approval and hold public hearings now?
Terasen Inc.
Oral Questions
2:50 p.m.
Lucienne Robillard President of the Queen's Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs
First, Mr. Speaker, let me assure you that the acquisition is of benefit to Canada, considering what the investment is about. It means hundreds of jobs for British Columbia and for Alberta. That is very good news.
We have consulted with the provinces of British Columbia and Alberta. Even the British Columbia Utilities Commission has done its own review and agrees with that acquisition. I think it is of benefit to Canadians.
Employment Insurance
Oral Questions
2:50 p.m.
Yvon Godin Acadie—Bathurst, NB
Mr. Speaker, the Auditor General's report tabled yesterday revealed that, since 1999, the accumulated surplus in the EI account has grown from $21 billion to $48 billion. That is three times more than was considered sufficient in the chief actuary's 2001 report.
Given that the new legislation will ensure sufficient income to cover EI program costs, will the Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development use the best 12 weeks of income to calculate benefits, so that workers can take advantage of this $48 billion that the Liberals have taken from them?
Employment Insurance
Oral Questions
2:50 p.m.
Belinda Stronach Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development and Minister responsible for Democratic Renewal
Mr. Speaker, first of all, I am pleased the Auditor General has recognized that our new EI premium rate setting process that we put in place in budget 2005 balances the inflows with the outflows.
The hon. member has asked about the 12 week program. We have moved to the best 14 weeks. We met our deadline. That should improve EI payments to those workers in seasonal industry jobs.
The Environment
Oral Questions
2:50 p.m.
Jason Kenney Calgary Southeast, AB
Mr. Speaker, back in 1990 when the Prime Minister was the environment critic for his party, he said that criminal polluters would go to jail. Now we have learned, according to people who used to work at his shipping empire, Canada Steamship Lines, that when he uttered those words, tonnes of ore pellets were being dumped by the Prime Minister's shipping empire into the Great Lakes, poisoning the water.
Canadians are used to two standards, one for normal Canadians and another one for Liberals who seem to be above the law. I would like to give the government an opportunity to say that it will investigate and prosecute the Prime Minister's family empire for poisoning the Great Lakes.


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"Happiness is the consequence of personal effort. You fight for it, strive for it, insist upon it, and sometimes even travel around the world looking for it. You have to participate relentlessly in the manifestations of your own blessings. "
Booking flights when demand peaks
If you fly often via business jet charter, you know that the peak travel days sprinkled throughout the calendar can mean a limited choice of aircraft as well as price increases. But a little planning can go a long way toward minimizing both drawbacks. "Book early," advised Ricky Sitomer, CEO of charter brokerage firm Blue Star Jets. "The sooner you do, the more options you will have."
The school calendar generally drives peak travel times, according to Sitomer. In other words, if your kids have a long weekend, booking a last-minute charter flight will likely be difficult. Some of the busiest travel times include Presidents' Day weekend and the days before and after spring break. You might also find it tougher to book charter during the summer because many families take vacations while their kids are out of school. Among commercial carriers, June is traditionally the worst month to travel; November has been rated the best, despite Thanksgiving.
Peak travel days also occur around the time of major sporting events, such as the Super Bowl and Masters Tournament. You may have trouble reserving a flight during the first week of May, for example, because the 2008 Kentucky Derby runs on May 3, explained Toby Batchelder, aircraft management sales manager for charter management firm Elliott Aviation.
Batchelder noted that certain days of the week also tend to be busier than others. Elliott Aviation receives most of its requests for charter on Tuesdays and Sundays, he said. "If you want to guarantee that you're going to get an airplane, see if you can be flexible," he said. "Maybe you can fly out on a Monday or Wednesday."
Having a block membership card won't guarantee that you'll be able to book a last-minute charter flight during peak travel days, noted Kevin Vaughn, chief marketing officer of Sentient Flight Group. "Our membership program is very good at accommodating requests during the holidays," he said, "but we do ask members to book reservations 96 hours in advance to guarantee availability." Normally, you can book a charter flight as little as 10 hours before departure. "There are just certain weekends and holidays when demand significantly increases, and we need that advance notice," Vaughn noted.
Ray Barton, CEO of Great Clips salons and a frequent charter customer, had this advice: "Plan ahead. Even small airports are busy at certain times of year." He added that a good charter company will generally go to great lengths to accommodate a regular customer. "My family [has] always had great service, even during the holidays," he said.
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Fin whales are seen in pairs during the breeding season and are believed to be monogamous. There have been sightings of courtship behavior during the breeding season. A male will chase a female while emitting a series of repetitive, low-frequency vocalizations, similar to Megaptera novaeangliae songs. However, these songs are not as complex as those observed in Megaptera novaeangliae or Eschrichtius robustus. One study has shown that only males produce these low-frequency sounds. Low frequencies are used because they travel well in water, attracting females from far away. This is important because fin whales do not have specific mating grounds and must communicate to find each other. (Croll et al., 2002; Nowak, 1991; Sokolov and Arsen'ev, 1984)
Mating System: Monogamous
Both mating and calving occur in the late fall or winter when fin whales inhabit warmer waters. Each female gives birth every 2 to 3 years, birthing one calf per pregnancy. Although there have been reports of fin whales giving birth to multiple offspring, it is rare and those offspring rarely survive. The gestation period is 11 to 11.5 months. The mother then undergoes a resting period of 5 or 6 months before mating again. This resting period may extend to a year if the female fails to conceive during the mating period. (Gambell, 1985; Nowak, 1991; Reeves et al., 2002)
Fin whale calves are born at an average length of 6 meters and weighing 3,500 to 3,600 kilograms. Calves are precocial at birth, able to swim immediately after. The age of sexual maturity ranges in from 4 to 8 years. Male fin whales become sexually mature at a body length of about 18.6 meters while females mature at a body length of 19.9 meters. Physical maturity does not occur until the whales have reached their full length, after 22 to 25 years of age. The average length for a physically mature male is 18.9 m and 20.1 m for females. (Sokolov and Arsen'ev, 1984; Tinker, 1988)
Key Reproductive Features: Iteroparous; Seasonal breeding; Gonochoric/gonochoristic/dioecious (sexes separate); Sexual; Fertilization; Viviparous
Fin whales breed every 2 to 3 years.
Breeding occurs from November to January in the northern hemisphere and June to September in the southern hemisphere.
The mother nurses the infant for 6 to 7 months after it is born. Since the calf does not have the ability to suckle, like land mammals, the mother must spray the milk into the mouth of the baby by contracting the circular muscles at the base of the nipple sinus. Feeding takes place at 8 to 10 minute intervals throughout the day. At weaning the calf is usually 14 meters long, it then travels with its mother to a polar feeding area where it learns to feed itself independent of its mother. (Nowak, 1991; Sokolov and Arsen'ev, 1984)
Parental Investment: Precocial; Pre-fertilization; Pre-fertilization :: Provisioning; Pre-fertilization :: Protecting; Pre-fertilization :: Protecting :: Female; Pre-hatching/birth; Pre-hatching/birth :: Provisioning; Pre-hatching/birth :: Provisioning :: Female; Pre-hatching/birth :: Protecting; Pre-hatching/birth :: Protecting :: Female; Pre-weaning/fledging; Pre-weaning/fledging :: Provisioning; Pre-weaning/fledging :: Provisioning :: Female; Pre-weaning/fledging :: Protecting; Pre-weaning/fledging :: Protecting :: Female


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To a certain degree, perceptions also change from day to day. I've had times where I like a tea the first time, but my second opinion of it is not so good (and vice-versa). And things like what you ate could also affect your sense of taste.
If I have the luxury, I like to brew a tea myself, under my own normal conditions, at least 2 or 3 times before forming an opinion about it.


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As a releatively new convert to puerh (7 or 8 months) I need to expand my horizons and try some new stuff. I've been drinking a couple of ripes and an expensive raw up till now.
I think the only way I can truly learn about pu is to try it! So I'm prepared to spend
I've been searching through Yunnan Sourcing LLC for a variety of "experiences" and come up with this list:-
1998 Lincang "CNNP Green Wrapper" Raw Pu-erh tea * 250
Its (a bit) looks nice and is described as "a real pleasure"
2000 * Long Yuan Hao * Yi Wu Shan Pu-erh * 25g SAMPLE
To compare to CNNP green wrapper above.
2007 Mengku * Spring Tips * Raw Pu-erh Tea cake 400 gr
Its young and "challenging"
2008 Menghai Tea Factory * 7532 * Raw Pu-erh Tea cake
To see what a fresh new high quality sheng one is like.
2004 Xiaguan Bao Yan "Tibetan Flame" Raw Pu-erh Brick
'cos I've always wanted to make tibetan butter tea properly
2008 Lao Ban Zhang Wild Arbor Pu-erh tea cake * 250g
compare to 7532 - and it sounds banging
2006 Mengku Lao Ban Zhang Pu-erh Tea cake * 100g Loose
To compare to 2008 Ban Zhang
2000 Langhe Tea Factory * Aged Ripe tea of Menghai 357g
'Cos I love shu too
A wide variety I hope. Expensive in total but affordable.
I realise I could buy more samples instead to save money, but I have found that I usually need more tea to learn and appreciate.
So any comments on my choices (and approach!) ?
(ps the tea titles are the exact heading from YS pages so google should find them easy if anyone wants to read more)
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Buehrle and his teammates have spent the offseason basking in the glory of bringing the first World Series championship to the South Side in 88 years, as well as hearing how the Cleveland Indians could be the major obstacle in them defending that title in 2006.
The 26-year-old left-hander has a very different opinion on that being reality.
''You know what?'' Buehrle said. ''They made some moves this offseason and we made some moves. Last year is last year. Everyone comes into spring training and likes their chances. But it's about going out there and putting it all together on the field.
''To be honest with you, I personally don't think Cleveland is going to be as good as they were last year. They got rid of a couple of key guys with [pitcher Kevin] Millwood, and I think [outfielder] Coco Crisp was a huge loss for them. They're not the same team they were last year.''
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Gettysburg College alumni, parents, and friends have always been generous, offering their time and connections to move other Gettysburgians along in their careers. In today's extremely challenging job market, your support is not only necessary for Gettysburg students to compete, but the right thing to do- and an important way for you to make a difference in their lives.
In 2010 Gettysburg's Center for Career Development began an intensive five-year campaign to create 1,832 new career-related opportunities for students by 2015. Thanks to supportive alumni, parents, and friends the College has exceeded that goal and has added 3,000 new and meaningful opportunities for students.
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- Hear from students about their current experiences at Gettysburg
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Opportunities to Volunteer
- Job Shadowing Host. One-day experiences in which students shadow alumni or parent volunteers in the workplace as they go about their day's work
- Career Networking Dinners. Informal opportunities to network over dinner, often during winter break, with alumni or other career professionals who work in the student's field of interest.
- Externship Host. Intensive, typically one-week "deep dives" into a workplace environment, offering in-depth insight into job and life demands of a career in the student's field of interest. Host often provides housing.
- Internship Supervisor. Experiences in a professional workplace environment; typically part-time during the semester or part- or full-time in the summer.
- Career Immersion Trips. An intensive three-day program in a major metropolitan area that gives students in-depth insight into a particular career field. Volunteers can get involved as a panelist, site visit host, provider of meeting space or host a meal or reception.
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Yesterday, Ambassador Susan Rice delivered remarks at Howard University. Ambassador Rice said:"Today our world — the world you will inherit — is more interconnected than at any point in human history. Increasingly, we rise or fall together. If Somalia is forsaken, violent extremists can find their way to our soil. If horrific violence in Guinea or the Democratic Republic of Congo is left to rage on unchecked, all of our consciences are shamed. If disease festers anywhere, pandemics can affect us everywhere. We face an extraordinary array of transnational security challenges that cross borders as freely as a storm. By definition, they cannot be tackled by any one country alone, even one as powerful as our own.
But just as our perils are shared, so too are our opportunities. To seize these opportunities, the United States needs to help grow the ranks of capable, democratic states — states that can deliver on both their responsibilities to the international community and to their own people. Capable states are those that control their territory, govern justly, provide security and essential services, protect their citizens' rights, and offer their people hope for a better future. When a country cannot — or will not — perform these core functions, when a nation is wracked by war, when a state becomes a shell, its people suffer immediately. But over the longer term, a fragile state can also incubate global trouble that can spread far beyond its borders.
It is not enough simply to build up the corps of capable, democratic states. We need states with both the capacity and the will to tackle common challenges. As we have been reminded in recent years, we cannot take that will for granted, even among our closest allies. If we want others to help combat the threats that concern us most, then we must help others combat the challenges that threaten them most. For many nations, these are first and foremost the things that afflict human beings in their daily lives: corruption, repression, conflict, hunger, poverty, disease, and the lack of education and opportunity.
When the United States joins with others to confront these challenges, it's not charity. It's not even barter. In today's world, more than ever, what is good for others is often good for us too. When we manifest our commitment to tackling the threats that menace so many other nations; when we invest in helping protect the lives of others; and when we recognize that national security is no longer a zero-sum game, then we increase other countries' will to cooperate on the issues most vital to us.
We build that will by demonstrating responsible leadership. We build will by setting a tone of decency and mutual respect rather than condescension and contempt. We build will by abiding by the rules we expect others to follow. We build will by pursuing pragmatic, principled policies and explaining them with intelligence and candor. And in the broadest sense, we build will when others can see their future as aligned with ours.
A fundamental imperative of U.S. national security in the 21st century is thus clear: we need to maximize the number of states with both the capacity and the will to tackle a new generation of transnational security challenges. We need a modern edifice of cooperation, built upon the foundation of responsible American leadership, with the bricks of state capacity and the beams of political will."
Read the Ambassador's full remarks here.
Ron in New York writes:
Expanding Freedom and Security...
Excellent opportunities exist to reach out to post-soviet countries, who have been side-lined in post cold-war era. A global repatriation program could engage millions in economic, political and social democracy.
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Susan Rice is very impressive, isn't she? I had not heard her speak before. I hope she might help transform the UN back into a body that can be an active and positive force in the world.
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So George was awarded a Grammy for best pop instrumental (Marswa Blues). I think that Paul got his Grammy for best rock instrumental w/ Rockestra theme. He also got one for Band on the Run (best engineered recording) - well actually the engineers got it.
John got his Grammy for best album (Double Fantasy).
Are there any other grammies for solo Beatles that I forgot to mention ?


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Dave Mustaine is in the new episode of Spotify Metal Talks. Listen to Dystopia plus Dave's commentary here: spoti.fi/MetalTalks
Another show has been added to the European leg of Megadeth's Dystopia World Tour. The band will headline a show with Gamma Ray at Estragon in Bologna, Italy on June 3, 2016. The Milan, Italy date has been moved from June 3 to June 2. Tickets for Bologna go on sale Wednesday, January 27 @ 10:00 a.m. CET. megadeth.com/tour
Dean Guitars has unveiled the new Dave Mustaine signature guitar USA VMNT Holy Grail. This unique piece of art is possibly the first of its kind, covered in hand-laid 24k gold leaf and showing through to a blood red finish. Celebrating 33 years of Megadeth, only 33 pieces will be produced worldwide making this an extremely collectible guitar. deanguitars.com
""Dystopia" is probably more along the lines of something from Rust In Peace." Watch Dave Mustaine's track-by-track breakdown of Dystopia below. Get it on Amazon Music here: smarturl.it/DystopiaAmzDigital
Dave Mustaine takes you through a track-by-track breakdown of Dystopia, starting with "The Threat Is Real". You can watch the video below. Get the album here: megadeth.lnk.to/Dystopia
Another show has been added to the European leg of Megadeth's Dystopia World Tour. The band will play at Universiada Hall in Sofia, Bulgaria on July 7, 2016. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, January 26 @ 10:00 a.m. CET. megadeth.com/tour
Dave Mustaine will be appearing at the NAMM (National Association Of Music Merchants) Show today at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California to meet fans and sign autographs. You can catch him 3:00 p.m. at the Dean Guitars booth. For more information, visit namm.org.
"With everything working in concert, Megadeth sound reborn on Dystopia ...some of the most vital and menacing thrash that Mustaine has concocted in years." Read more at RollingStone.com
Dave Mustaine will be hosting a Dystopia listening party + live chat at 12pm PST / 3pm EST / 9pm CET today. Tune-in here: stagehound.tv/megadeth
Today marks the day of Megadeth's fifteenth studio album release, Dystopia. "There's a lot of riffing going on in there, that's for damn sure. There's a lot of solos, a lot of pounding drums and bass. I knew from the start that I wanted to go back to my roots, and I wanted to make a thrash record." - Dave Mustaine. Download it on iTunes or get the album now at Amazon.com!


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"If the only prayer you ever say in your entire life is thank you, it will be enough. "
Haute Cuisine: Tortilla Soup
The Dish: Tortilla Soup. Seasoned chicken stock is the foundation of this Southwestern staple, to which executive chef Emiliano Ramirez adds sautéed celery, carrots, yellow and green squash and fire-roasted tomatoes. Next come strips of chicken breast that Ramirez has grilled separately. It is the garnish, though, that brings the soup to life: pico de gallo (Spanish for "rooster's beak," the name reportedly derives from the red chilis used, which resemble a rooster's beak). Ramirez's pico de gallo is a lively mixture of chopped tomato, onion, avocado, cucumber and mild or volcanic peppers, to which he adds lime juice, cilantro and a sprinkle of salty chili powder. Quartered limes are served on the side, as are homemade, fried, warm tortilla strips.
The Caterer: Executive Aircraft Catering, Dallas, (888) 899-3663, www.executiveaircraftcatering.com
In business for seven years, Executive Aircraft Catering has kitchens at Dallas' Love Field and Addison Airport. Its menu has no lack of distinctly Southwestern dishes but also ranges from Swiss and Scottish-style breakfasts to brandied veal with sherry to linguine with asparagus and Shitake mushrooms to chocolate-dipped fresh fruit.
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Action Working Group Meeting September 13th 2009
Present: Milk, Julie Ilaria
-Action Room
Problem: Messy and nasty. Needs cleaning and rearranging.
Action point: Milk arranges a cleaning day 27th September 2pm - if you don't move your stuff before this date it goes to the Freeshop. Milk will arrange tasks, make posters and spread the word.
-Crafty Room
Problem: Also very messy. Plus The Forest needs space for the artists to store their gear between gigs. This problem has previous been solved by letting the artist put their stuff in the shop, but this is not good as unfortunately not all artists can be trusted not to steel.
Action point: Ilaria will talk with Blue and Robin (from Drama Drama Drama) on Tuesday and try to make a plan as a lot of the space down there is occupied by drama-stuff.
- Fire Escape to the Garden
Problem: The big pools of water there when it rains makes the ground slippery and dangerous in case of fire.
Action point: Milk will try to figure out how to make a cover for the fire-exit. Maybe he will use the metal from old umbrellas.


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Presidents Day!!! TeaDay all day. I hope as you read this you are enjoying a cuppa hot tea. Share today, all day, what is in your cup.
Whether you are new to tea or old to tea, you are welcome to share, in fact, you are expected to share what is in your cup with everyone here. See what everyone else is sipping as well.
Today's TeaDay Poll. I hope I do not confuse everyone with this. If I do, drink more tea and discuss what ever. It is a holiday after all.
Today's topic is not intended to offend the fairer sex, but it has recently seemed to me that gongfu preparation seems to have a difficult time crossing the gender barrier. So, do you gongfu or don't you.
There is no right or wrong answer to this question. But it will be interesting to see if there is a gender bias. In the topic, share with everyone whether you gongfu or not...and anything you would like to add regarding your brewing practices.


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- Surfboard Fins -
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The latest evolution in the H-Series fins offering hydrodynamic performance.
MEDIUM (65 - 80Kg / 145 - 175 Lbs)
Base: 4.45" / 113mm
Depth: 4.49" / 114mm
Area: 14.44"² / 9318mm²
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Northern Elephant Seal
The Northern Elephant Seal (Mirounga angustirostris) is one of two species of elephant seal (the other is the Southern Elephant Seal). It is a member of the Phocidae ("true seals") family. Elephant seals derive their name from their great size and from the male's large proboscis, which is used in making extraordinarily loud roaring noises, especially during the mating competition. There is a great sexual dimorphism in size. The males can grow to 14 ft (4 m) and 5,000 lb (2,300 kg), while the females grow to 11 ft (3 m) and 1,400 lb (640 kg). Correspondingly, there is a highly polygynous mating system, with a successful male able to impregnate up to 50 females in one season.
Both adult and juvenile elephant seals are bare-skinned and black before molting. After molting they generally have a silver to dark gray coat that fades to brown yellow and tan. Adult males have hairless necks and chests speckled with pink, white and light brown. Pups are mostly black at birth and molt to a silver gray after weaning.
The eyes are large, round and black. The width of the eyes and a high concentration of low light pigments suggests that sight plays an important role in the capture of prey. Like all seals, elephant seals have atrophied hind limbs whose underdeveloped ends form the tail and tail fin. Each of the "feet" can deploy five long webbed fingers. This agile, dual palm is used to propel water. The pectoral fins are used little while swimming. While the hind limbs are unfit for locomotion on land, elephant seals use their fins as support to propel their bodies. They are able to propel themselves quickly (as fast as 8 km/h) in this way for short-distance travel, to return to water, catch up with a female or chase an intruder.
Like other seals, elephant seals have a bloodstream adapted to the cold in which a mixture of small veins surrounds arteries capturing heat from them. This structure is present in extremities such as the hind legs.
Range and ecology
The Northern Elephant Seal lives in the Eastern Pacific Ocean. Feeding grounds extend from northern Baja California to northern Vancouver Island.[2] Males migrate as far north as Alaska and British Columbia,[2][3] while females migrate as far west as Hawaii.[2] They come ashore to breed, give birth and molt, mostly on offshore islands. While the pelagic range covers an enormous span, there are only about seven principal breeding areas, four of which are on islands off the coast of California. Recently increasing numbers have been observed in the Gulf of California. Breeding colonies can be observed at Channel Islands, Año Nuevo State Reserve, Piedras Blancas Light, Morro Bay State Park and the Farallon Islands in the US[4] and Isla Guadalupe, Isla Benito del Este and Isla Cedros in Mexico.[4] They also breed on Shell Island, Oregon and in January, 2009 the first elephant seal births were recorded in British Columbia at Race Rocks Ecological Reserve/Marine Protected Area.[5] The California breeding population is now demographically isolated from the population in Baja California.[4]
The Northern Elephant Seals are nocturnal deep feeders famous for the long time intervals they remain underwater [6] This species dives to great depths while feeding, typically between 300 m (1,000 ft) and 800 m (2,600 ft); moreover, the Northern elephant seal will generally not feed in depths of less than 200 m (700 ft).[3] Both sexes eat a variety of prey including pelagic, deep water squid, Pacific hake, sharks, rays, and ratfish.[3][6] Elephant seals don't need to drink as they get their water from food and broken down fats.
While hunting in the dark depths, it is partly thanks to the use of vision that the elephant seals seem to locate their prey; the bioluminescence of some prey animals can facilitate their capture. Elephant seals do not have a developed a system of echolocation in the manner of cetaceans, but it is assumed that their vibrissae, which are sensitive to vibrations, play a role in search of food. Males and females differ in both diving behavior. Males tend to hug the continental shelf while making deep dives and forage along the bottom,[2] while females have more jagged routes and forage in the open ocean.[2] Males return to the same feeding ground every year while female have less predictable feeding migrations. Major predators of elephant seals are killer whales and white sharks.
Social behavior and reproduction
The Northern elephant seal returns to its terrestrial breeding ground in December and January, with the bulls arriving first. The bulls haul out on isolated or otherwise protected beaches typically on islands or very remote mainland locations. It is important that these beach areas offer protection from the winter storms and high surf wave action.[7] The bulls engage in fights of supremacy to determine which few bulls will achieve a harem.[8][9]
After the males have arrived the beach, the females arrive to give birth. Females fast for 5 weeks and nurse their single pup for 4 weeks; in last few days of lactation, females come into estrus and mate.[10] In this polygynous society, a bull will typically have a harem of 30 to 100 cows depending on the size and strength of the bull. Low ranking males are kept out of the harem so they attempt to copulate with females on the periphery or in the water with departing females.[8] The higher a male's rank, the more freedom he has to copulate without interference, and the more frequently he interferes with the copulation of others.[8] However, dominant males commonly break off a copulation to chase off a rival.[8]
While fights are not usually to the death, they are brutal and often with significant bloodshed and injury; however, in many cases of mismatched opponents, the younger, less capable males are simply chased away, often to upland dunes. In a lifetime a successful bull could easily sire over 500 pups. Only A few males are responsible for the majority of copulations.[9] Less than one third of the bulls in a breeding colony will be able to mate with a female.[9] Pups are sometimes crushed during battles between bulls.[7][9]
After arrival on shore males fast for three months, and females fast for five weeks during mating and nursing of her single pup. The gestation period is approximately eleven months. Sometimes, a female can become very aggressive after giving birth, defending her pup from other females.[11] Such aggression is more common in crowded beaches.[11] While most females nurse their own pup and reject nursings from alien pups some do accept alien pups with their own.[7][10] An orphaned pup may try to find another female to suckle and are commonly adopted at least on Año Nuevo island.[7][10] Pups nurse about four weeks and are weaned abruptly approximately two months before being abandoned by their mother. Left alone weaned pups will gather into groups and stay on shore for 12 more weeks. The pups learn how to swim in the surf and eventually swim farther to forage. Thus their first long journey at sea begins.
History and status
Beginning in the 18th century Northern elephant seals were hunted extensively almost to extinction by the end of the 19th century,[1] being prized for oil that could be made from their blubber, and the population may have fallen as low as 20.[1] Finding refuge in Mexican waters, by the turn of the 20th century, there was only a sole surviving rookery, on Guadalupe Island, Mexico; and this colony was granted protection by the Mexican government. Since the early 20th century, they have been protected by law in both Mexico and in the United States. Subsequently the U.S. protection was strengthened after passage of the Marine Mammal Protection Act, and numbers have now recovered to over 100,000.
Nevertheless, there is a genetic bottleneck in the existing population, which could make it more susceptible to disease and pollution [12][13] In California, the population is continuing to grow at around 25 percent per year, and new colonies are being established; they are now probably limited mostly by the availability of haulout space. However, numbers can be adversely affected by El Niño events and the resultant weather conditions, and the 1997-98 El Niño may have caused the loss of about 80 percent of that year's pups. Presently the Northern elephant seal is protected under the Federal Marine Mammal Act and under California law has a fully protected status.
Populations of rookery sites in California have increased during the past century.[1] At Año Nuevo State Park, for example, there were no individuals observed whatsoever until the 1950s; the first pup born there was observed in the early 1960s. Currently, thousands of pups are born every year at Año Nuevo, on both the island and mainland. The growth of the site near San Simeon has proved even more spectacular; there were no animals there prior to 1990. Currently, the San Simeon site hosts more breeding animals than Año Nuevo State Park during winter season.
- ^ a b c d e Campagna, C. (2008). Mirounga angustirostris. In: IUCN 2008. IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Downloaded on 28 January 2009.
- ^ a b c d e Le Boeuf, B., D. Crocker, D. Costa, S. Blackwell, P. Webb. 2000. Foraging ecology of northern elephant seals. Ecological Monographs, 70 (3): 353-382.
- ^ a b c R. Condit and B.J. LeBoeuf, 1984 "Feeding Habits and Feeding Grounds of the Northern elephant seal", J. Mammal, 65:281-290
- ^ a b c Northern Elephant Seal (Mirounga angustirostris): California Breeding Stock
- ^ http://www.racerocks.com/racerock/eco/taxalab/miroungaa/newborn/jan3009.htm
- ^ a b G.V. Morejohn and D.M. Beltz, "Contents of the Stomach of an Elephant Seal", Journal of Mammalogy 51:173-174
- ^ a b c d M.L. Riedman and B.J. LeBoeuf, "Mother-pup separation and adoption in northern elephant seals", Behav. Ecol. Sociobiol. 11: 203-213
- ^ a b c d Leboeuf BJ. "Sexual behavior in the Northern Elephant seal Mirounga angustirostris". Behaviour. 1972;41(1):1-26.
- ^ a b c d Le Boeuf, B. J. 1974. Male-male competition and reproductive success in elephant seals. Amer. Zool. 14:163-176.
- ^ a b c Le Boeuf, B. J., R. J. Whiting, and R. F. Gantt. 1972. "Perinatal behavior of northern elephant seal females and their young". Behavior 43:121-156.
- ^ a b T. E. Christenson and B. J. Le Boeuf "Aggression in the Female Northern Elephant Seal, Mirounga angustirostris." Behaviour Vol. 64, No. 1/2 (1978), pp. 158-172.
- ^ Hoelzel, A. R., Fleischer, R. C., Campagna, C., Le Boeuf, B. J. & Alvord, G. 2002 "Impact of a population bottleneck on symmetry and genetic diversity in the northern elephant seal." Journal of Evolutionary Biology 15, 567-575.
- ^ Weber, D. S., Stewart, B. S., Garza, J. C. & Lehman, N. 2000 "An empirical genetic assessment of the severity of the northern elephant seal population bottleneck." Current Biology 10, 1287-1290.


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Thomas C. Foster
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – 1950-2013 – Thomas C. Foster, age 63, died unexpectedly Saturday, February 9, 2013 in Salt Lake City, UT.
Tom was born in Marquette, MI, February 4, 1950 to Janet Frisk Foster and Gene Foster. He married his high school sweetheart, Mary Zhulkie Foster, in Ishpeming, MI on February 28, 1970 and was later sealed to her in the Salt Lake City Temple. Tom was father to Gain (Amy), Jodi (Brett), Wendy (Chad), and Jenny. He had 10 grandsons and 1 granddaughter and was the brother of Roger (Dianna), Carol (Tom), Mary, Betty (Michael), Cindy (Charles), and Stuart (Lorena) and was preceded in death by his father Gene and nephew Chuck.
Tom graduated from Ishpeming High School, class of 1968, and received Bachelor's Degrees in both Secondary Education and Nursing from Northern Michigan University. He loved working as Night Shift Nursing Supervisor at IMC as part of his 28 years with IHC and was deeply respected and loved by all those with whom he worked. High Priest member of the LDS church, Tom loved serving many years with the youth and scouting programs.
His faith is a comfort to his family knowing that they can be together forever.
As an avid hiker in the Wasatch mountains, Tom submitted nearly all of their highest peaks. He loved nature, camping, skiing and his new home in the high desert of the Uinta Basin near Duchesne. Tom was talented at working with wood from whittling to large construction projects, most of which were done generously for others.
Grandpa Tom was an adventurous hero to, admired by, and spent many playful hours with, his grandkids. He comes from a large family and spent time with them any chance he got. Above all he loved the 43 years spent with his wife and best friend Mary and looks forward to eternity with her.
Ever giving, even after death, Tom gave life to others through the generous donation of his organs. In lieu of flowers please consider giving life by donating blood at the American Red Cross.
Memorial services will be held on Wednesday February 13, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the Granite Stake Center, 2535 East Newcastle Drive, Sandy, UT. Visitations will be held on Tuesday night from 6-9 p.m. at the Larkin Sunset Gardens Mortuary, 1950 East 10600 South, Sandy, UT and also on Wednesday from 9-10:45 a.m. prior to the services at the Stake Center.
Online condolences may be made at www.Larkincares.com


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This journey showcases China's breathtaking natural scenery without missing its cultural and historical wonders. Sail along the Li River and witness breathtaking landscapes straight from ancient Chinese paintings. Explore the dramatic rock formations in Guilin's caves, walk in the footsteps of warriors on the Great Wall and gaze at the futuristic skyline of Shanghai
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10 Full American or buffet breakfasts at hotels
6 Lunches at fine local restaurants
4 Chinese or Western dinners at hotels or local restaurants
2 Special banquet dinners: .Imperial Dumpling Dinner in Xian; Farewell Dinner Party in Shanghai
Domestic air transportation in China as per itinerary
Air-conditioned tour coach with the services of professional drivers
Suzhou One Day Tour on Day 9 ($60 if purchase before departure, $70 if purchase on site)
Taipei 4 Day 3 Night Extension after the tour
Beijing 3 Nights - New Otani Hotel
Xian 2 Nights - Sheraton North City Hotel 5 Star
Guilin 2 Nights - Sheraton Hotel 5 Star
Shanghai 3 Nights - Marriott City Center
Effective in July, InterContinental Shanghai Puxi 5 Star
Tours to historical sites, attractions and monuments as shown in bold in itinerary
Admission fees included for sightseeing tours denoted with an asterisk (*)
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Expert local city guides to enhance tour experience in major cities
Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong, a five-star international hotel with a distinctive exterior, is located in the heart of Beijing, China. A long history of exceptional service assured by the New Otani Hotel Management of Japan, your Beijing experience begins at the moment you enter the oriental garden designed courtyard adjacent to the lobby.
Address:26, Jianguomenwai Avenue, Beijing China. 100022
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Step into one of our 491 inviting guest rooms and suites, and escape the stresses of the day. Special, updated touches such as an ergonomic chair, generous work area and High Speed Internet Access—as well as our signature Sheraton Sweet Sleeper? Bed—will make you feel comfortable and relaxed.
Address:32 Wei Yang Rd
Xian, Shaanxi 710014
Ideally located alongside the Li River lies the five-star Sheraton Guilin Hotel. Guilin has been an inspiration to Chinese poets and artists throughout the centuries. Today, the hotel sits in the heart of this enchanting city. Retreat to the 430 guest rooms, including 19 suites. Make it a night in, with your favorite satellite TV shows, dinner ordered in and sending the day s adventures over email. Explore the city s famous limestone crags and deep caves, cruise the majestic Li River, or just hang out – by the pool, in the fitness center, or on the nearby golf course.
Address:15 Bin Jiang Road, Guilin, Guangxi 541001, China
InterContinental Shanghai Puxi is strategically located at Zhabei District, adjacent to the transportation hub and convenient to many attractions. The hotel boasts 533 rooms with 25 Executive Suites, three Penthouse Suites, one InterContinental Suite and two Presidential Suites plus a spacious Club InterContinental Lounge. It is within walking distance of the Shanghai Railway Station and Underground Subway, two miles from the Shanghai Grand Theater and the Jing An Temple, three miles from the Bund (waterfront) and Xiang Yang Market, and four miles from Yu Yuan Garden and the Oriental Pearl TV Tower. Jade Buddha Temple is a pleasant 15-minute walk away.
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Storm spotters alert area
March 24, 2007
Storm spotters performed well on Friday night, according to local emergency preparedness personnel.
Though the storm moved quickly through Roosevelt and Curry counties, a warning time of 15 to 20 minutes was available to the communities in its path.
Roosevelt County Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Keith Wattenbarger said spotters include volunteer emergency personnel and citizen volunteers.
"Initially we just started watching the weather," Wattenbarger said. "We noticed that what the National Weather Service was putting out was very accurate."
Initially Capt. Scott Chambers of the Portales Police Department went west of Portales while Wattenbarger went south toward Dora and Causey. Early indications were that a bad storm was tracking between Floyd and Melrose. Wattenbarger said it was indeed a potent storm but no funnels were sighted and attention was turned south shortly before 6 p.m.
"We didn't initially realize that what came out of the south was going to be so heavy," Wattenbarger said, but with updated radar reports they became aware of a wall cloud capable of producing a tornado.
John Mohan, Milnesand's fire chief, said he was alerted by the National Weather Service around 5:30 p.m. Friday of a severe storm approaching. He set up on a hill six miles east of Milnesand and watched as the cloud turned meaner looking and he noticed circulation. At 6:05 p.m. he spotted the first funnel touching down. He later learned it had popped down in David and Susie Thomas' pasture near Milnesand.
Mohan, a certified storm spotter more than 10 years, then moved with the storm on its east side and later heard reports of people seeing a twister touch down from the other side of what he believes was the same cloud bank.
Dora Fire Chief Paul Luscombe was one of those who saw the tornado after it touched down north and east of Dora. He said he was able to watch it for about 15 minutes as it headed toward Arch. He and Wattenbarger both followed the storm from its west side.
"We watched it forever but couldn't make out a debris field," Luscombe said.
He said the track he watched it travel put it on line with the dairy on Cacahuate Road that was destroyed and the area of Clovis that was hit. He said he's pretty sure it was the same cloud.
Wattenbarger, on the job as emergency preparedness director since March 3, said plans were already in place to hold a storm spotters school in Roosevelt County in cooperation with the NWS on April 10. He said more spotters are needed, but he had high praise for those in the field Friday.
"They were invaluable to us this time," Wattenbarger said.
Wattenbarger said emergency sirens were never activated in Portales, though ample time was available had emergency warnings been necessary.
In Dora, Luscombe said a Little Dribblers basketball tournament was going on as the storm approached. He said sirens warned residents of possible dangers at least 15 minutes before the storm arrived.
5:30 p.m. — NWS alerts storm spotter and Milnesand Fire Chief John Mohan to watch a cloud with rotating winds coming out of northern Lea County.
6:05 p.m. — Mohan spots a funnel cloud to the west of his position on a hill six miles east of Milnesand. He alerts NWS it is on the ground.
6:15 p.m. — Mohan gets a call from Milnesand area resident David Thomas, saying the twister had touched down in his pasture.
6:38 p.m. — Portales dispatchers log a call of a funnel cloud sighted near Causey.
7 p.m. — Another spotter reported a sighting to Portales dispatch of a tornado on the ground northeast of Dora.
7:58 p.m. — Portales dispatch logs a call from another caller of a large tornado on the ground east of U.S. 70 on Cacahuate Road. The caller said it is headed toward Clovis.


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Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (1519 votes).
In short: Truly the best half marathon in the UKIn full: Done this three times now and the feeling as you hit the roundabout before dropping down onto the sea front at South Shields is truly amazing - would recommend anyone to do this race.Date of review: September 22, 2011
In short: The most amazing day that I have had - fantastic - want to do it again todayDate of review: September 22, 2011
In short: Amazing atmosphere, euphoric!In full: This was my first half marathon ever and I'm so glad it was the Great North Run. I had an amazing time and at the end of it I didn't feel I had been running for my time of 02:01 because there is so much going on! Absolutely loved this race and will be doing my best to do it next year, I would recommend it for everyone purely for the experience.Date of review: September 22, 2011
In short: Great day for a slow first timer.In full: I started near the back and took 3 hours, but I had a great time. Atmosphere was amazing. Long walk to the start, but the Red Arrows coming over us were fab! High five from Mo Farrow was also cool! Found it very hard but wothwhile. Organised well, we found no problems at any time. Only grumble NOT ENOUGH LOOS either before or during the race for us girls! Date of review: September 22, 2011
In short: A Great RunIn full: There is no doubt this is a special race, the atmosphere and support is brilliant.The organisation is slick, only grumbles would be there should be more loos at the start as you get penned in early and the T-shirts you get are now cheap quality compared to what they used to be. That said you do it for the run not the T-shirt and the run is one you have to do.Date of review: September 22, 2011
In short: Proof needed for faster zonesIn full: I enjoyed this race and loved every minute but I was in the front of the Green Zone H as not being over ambitious I put a 2:25 time down on my entry. I ran a 1:55 but found myself having to struggle through lots of white and even orange numbers. Surely people in the orange zone and the front white zones should have to have some proof of a time. I know this is not a great PB race but at least make it possible for people to attempt a PB by being put in with people looking for a similar time and are capable of it. Date of review: September 22, 2011
In full: Always my favourite run of the year - started in the orange zone this year which was a little devoid of atmosphere and a bit more serious(compared to the pink and white zones of my previous experiences). That said, it was nice not to be held up by countless fancy dress outfits and people overestimating their abilities this time! The crowds are amazing. If you could bottle that feeling you get when you come over the Tyne Bridge and have the Red Arrows fly over you....you'd never need work again. Date of review: September 22, 2011
In short: Good but could be betterIn full: This is my first experience of the Greant North run and to be honest i was expecting better. The atmosphere did not quite compare to a number of other big races that i had done and also the quality of post race mementos were dissapointing given the price. However no issues with getting stuck behind runners etc as i was in the section just behind the elite club runners. In addtion the race was very well organised.Date of review: September 22, 2011
In short: Fantastic once againDate of review: September 22, 2011
In short: A fantastic experience but if you're looking for a good time don't leave too much for the last 2/3 miles as it's too congested to put in a real kick.Date of review: September 22, 2011
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Barking Irons Online have just updated their Web pages to include more information of the Bakerov Gingerbread Men Set. For even more details and images of the painted miniatures go to this link.
I note with some satisfaction that the Very Limited Edition Set (VLE 11) is already 20% sold out.
Please note that the actual set contains six miniatures and not just the four shown here - there are THREE Gingerbread Men and not just the single one as illustrated above.
I see regiment of Gingerbread Men each one with different Regimental facing colours (Jellytot Buttons) marching step-by-step across the frozen Witchland Steppes to harass the retreating and terrified Ferach Columns. With Gingerbread Artillery (Huge Gingerbread Biscuits hurled like Frisbees across the battlefield) in support. Who will be the first to field a complete regiment of these huge Biscuit Monsters?
Rob Alderman has painted up his set of six miniatures and posted a video. Here is the link;


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iPod Noise Dock
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Kids will love starting their day their own way. Featuring a docking station for the iPhone® or iPod®, they can choose to wake up to their favorite song, the radio, or even to relaxing nature sounds. A quick-set nap button lets kids select their own napping time, too.
- 3.6" wide x 7" deep x 5" high
- Crafted with an ABS plastic shell with a metal speaker grille.
- Compatible with all iPods®, iPhone® 3/3GS, iPhone4/4s®.
- Operates on AC adapter and charges iPod® or iPhone® when docked in.
- Features two alarms, FM radio and nature sounds.
- Nature sounds include heartbeat, brook, sunrise, rain, waterfall and ocean.
- Includes 3.5 mm audio cable for use with nondocking iPod® or other audio devices.
- Clock requires two AAA batteries (not included).
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