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Betty J. Knudson
FAIRMONT – Funeral services for Betty J. Knudson, 87, of Fairmont, Minn., will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 28, 2013, at Grace Lutheran Church in Fairmont with interment in Lakeside Cemetery, Fairmont. Betty passed away Sunday morning, Dec. 22, 2013, at Mayo Clinic Health System-Lutz Wing in Fairmont. Visitation will be 4-6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 27, 2013, at Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont, and will continue one hour prior to the time of services Saturday at the church. Betty led a life of Christian values and lived it well. Lakeview Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Fairmont is assisting the family with arrangements.
Betty Jane (Hudson) Knudson was born March 25, 1926, in Albin Township, Brown County, Minn., the daughter of Thomas Mason Hudson and Hilma Catherine (Strom) Hudson. The middle child of five, Betty has three living sisters and was preceded in death by her brother, Richard Hudson. Betty grew up on the family farm in rural St. James, Minn. Her father, Thomas, was killed in a hunting accident in 1933, at the age of 33, leaving her mother, Hilma, to raise five children on the family farm during very difficult times. Betty graduated from St. James High School in 1944. Betty met the love of her life, Russell B. Knudson, in rural St. James. Russell, who was an airman in the U.S. Army Air Corps, was training in Boise, Idaho, at Gowan Airfield in June of 1945, when Betty boarded a train and headed there to get married. She told the story of how she shared the train with many soldiers heading to the West Coast. Betty and Russ were united in marriage on June 23, 1945, in the chapel at Gowan Airfield with some of Russ' crew members joining the festivities. When the war ended and Russ was honorably discharged from the military, they returned to Minnesota, where Russ enrolled at the University of Minnesota. They lived in student housing in Minneapolis and after Russ' graduation moved to Fairmont in 1948, where he began working at Fairmont Railway Motors. By this time, they had twin girls and their life in Fairmont began. Like so many after World War II, Betty and Russ lived the American story. They worked hard, raised their four children, saved and took care of themselves. Betty was a long-time member of Grace Lutheran Church in Fairmont, sang in the choir for decades, volunteered endlessly and shared her talents with those in need, singing at many life events for people in the area; she loved music. Betty cherished her Norwegian heritage, and her family especially enjoyed her Norsk baking. On Syttende Mai, the Norwegian Constitution Day, Betty enthusiastically celebrated this heritage. Betty served as a member of the board of directors of the Fairmont Community Hospital and volunteered for many years in the hospital gift shop. If you were anywhere near her, you knew Betty because she made sure to greet you. She loved life and lived it to the fullest. In 1995, she was awarded the Fairmont Exchange Club's Book of Golden Deeds Award for her untiring volunteer work. After suffering a debilitating stroke in 1997, life changed for Betty and her beloved Russ. After several difficult years trying to maintain their independence, Russ and Betty left their home of more than 50 years on Belle Vue Road and moved to Goldfinch. Betty, needing additional care, entered Lutz Wing, where she has been a resident since.
Betty leaves her family and friends to celebrate her life: daughters, Kathryn Felix of Minneapolis, Minn., Kathleen Arndt and her partner, Scott Helmes, of St. Paul, Minn., Nancy Fisch and her husband, Michael, of Peoria, Ariz., and Judith Strommen and her husband, James, of Minnetonka, Minn.; grandchildren, Jennifer Fisch of Marina del Rey, Calif., Elizabeth "Betsy" Fisch Linder and her husband, Aaron Linder, of Charlotte, N.C., Dana Strommen of Los Angeles, Calif., Christopher Strommen of Victoria, Minn., and Rachel Strommen of Minnetonka, Minn.; great-grandchildren, Kaia Fittz of Marina del Rey, Calif., and Colin and Zach Linder of Charlotte, N.C. She also leaves her sisters, Arlene Hagen and her husband, Stanley, of St. James, Minn., Lee Anderson of Owens Cross Roads, Ala., and Donna Schmidt of St. James, Minn.; sister-in-law, Marilyn Hudson of New Ulm, Minn.; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Along with her parents, Thomas and Hilma Hudson, Betty is preceded in death by her husband, Russell Knudson; brother, Richard Hudson; and brothers-in-law, Paul Schmidt and Armon Anderson.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be sent to the Godahl Store (founded by Betty and Russ' ancestors), 26027 Godahl Drive, St. James, MN, 56081, to the Lutz Wing Foundation, or Grace Lutheran Church in Fairmont.

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Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (28 votes).
In short: Tough but fantastic!In full: First time I've run this race. It is pretty tough if you're not a fan of hills, especially in the last few miles of a marathon. But it was fantastic in terms of organisation, friendliness, scenery and marshalling. These guys know what they're doing! My only slight criticism was that I entered online but didn't get any emails from them to confirm my entry...had to ring to check i was entered. But other than that, top notch! Bargain entry for a marathon (£20) and the goodie bag was brilliant! Not many races give you a hoodie when you finish :-) I'll definately be back to tackle those hills again next year!Date of review: November 18, 2012
In short: What a great event - loved it In full: A lovely event well organised and very friendly. I have only ever done big city marathons before - but I enjoyed this event more than any of them. Friendly runners, lots of marshals lots of drinks stations well informed supporters who were very encouraging and friendly. One of my most enjoyable events. Thanks to all who were there. This event is a credit to the club who run it. Thanks very much.Date of review: December 3, 2011
In short: Hills great raceIn full: Hard course but who cares when its organised so well felt like there were more marshals(who were perfect) than runners. the peleton of cyclists full of encouragement was class as well they mustve done 59 miles at least.Date of review: November 25, 2011
In short: A good mix of hills and some flat running too, well organized and supported!In full: What a great course! Scenery was worth travelling for, the decent weather helped too. Loads of supporters/water stations and marshalls. the goodie bag was nicely stocked with treats too :)Date of review: November 24, 2011
In short: Simply the best!In full: Great race - great venue - great organisation - great route - great marshalls and supporters - great finish, pastie and atmosphere - one to do again and again I'd say!! Thanks guys!Date of review: November 22, 2011
In full: Brilliant well organised run. Some very steep hills that seemed to go on for ever but stunning scenery. Everyone was very friendly and the support was great. Lots of jelly babies and jaffa cakes. Nice medal and proper sponsored running shirt at the end. Also a hot free cornish pastie and a cup of tea. What more could you want. Definitely be back next year. Date of review: November 21, 2011
In short: This was a tough race that gives a real sense of achievement when you finishIn full: ECH and the people from Pensilva and surrounding area should be proud of such a fab event. Support on the course in some of the remotest places was amazing, water stations brilliant - kids spotting your number and getting your personal energy drink ready for you - well done. As you tire at around 15 miles you get a real boost at Jamaica Inn before the more sedate 6 miles following the river Fowey. Crowds at Golitha really made up for all the aches and pains before the last 4 miles which are tough. Predominantly club runners but I was still made to feel really welcome. Excellent T shirt and goody bag. You also get a medal and the bonus was cup of tea and pasty at the end. Value for money - superb! Excellent organisation and a nice one to finish the season for a well earned break before Brown Willy on New Years Day.Date of review: November 21, 2011
In short: not for wimpsDate of review: November 8, 2011
In short: a bit tough but great on a nice dayIn full: i took 11 mins off my pb to finish in 3.22 and it was well worth going to. but i dont think this is a race that you would like to do in bad weather as it was a nice day which helped no end . ill be back for more though lolDate of review: November 24, 2006
In short: A Fantastic race, but hard!In full: I choose this as first marathon as it is organised by my club. Although it is was very hard, i made it in the end. Many thanks to all my friends on the course for the support..! As the other reviews have said excellently organised, I felt very proud to be apart of ECR. I look forward to next year's run..!Date of review: November 24, 2006
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Sara N. Miller, 20, of 18 Buffalo St., Jamestown, was charged with petit larceny and fifth-degree welfare fraud. Police said Miller was living out of state from March to July 2012 and allegedly received $1,000 in SNAP/food stamp benefits that she was not entitled to receive. She is scheduled to appear in City of Jamestown Court at a later date.
HANOVER – Brandon P. Orlando, 28, of Fredonia was charged with failure to keep right, driving across hazard markings, driving while intoxicated common law and DWI per se. On March 1 at 8:21 p.m., deputies observed a vehicle on Route 39 in the town of Hanover cross the center line and hazard line of the roadway several times. Following a traffic stop, Orlando was allegedly found to be intoxicated. He was released with traffic citations and will be back in Town of Hanover Court at a later date.
FALCONER – James L. Guthrie Jr., 46, of 121 Falconer St. was charged with second-degree harassment following an incident that occurred Feb. 26 at Waddington's Bar on West Main Street. Police said Guthrie allegedly grabbed another male by the throat and pushed him against the wall. He was issued an appearance ticket for Ellicott Court.
Henry T. Reyes, 33, of 425 Hunt Road, Jamestown, was arrested Tuesday on a warrant for second-degree aggravated harassment. The charge stems from an incident that allegedly occurred in February. He was arraigned in Ellicott Court and released to appear back at a later date.
Demarco D. Lathan, 24, of 840 E. Second St., Apt. 1, Jamestown, was arrested Tuesday on a warrant for charges stemming from an accident that occurred on Jan. 13. Lathan was charged with unlicensed operator, uninsured motor vehicle and suspended registration. He was arraigned in Ellicott Court and released to appear back in court at a later date.
Crystal D. Fehlman, 37, of 10 Allegheny Drive, Apt. 10, Warren, was arrested on a warrant for petit larceny following an incident that occurred on Jan. 9 at Wal-Mart. Police said Fehlman allegedly stole merchandise and then returned the item, She is due in Busti Court for arraignment on March 14.
JAMESTOWN – Bradley Schauman, 24, of Valleyview Avenue, was charged with unlawful possession of marijuana. Schauman was stopped on Tuesday for a traffic infraction in the town of Ellicott. Police allegedly observed marijuana on Schauman's passenger seat. He was issued an appearance ticket and released.
ASHFORD – Frank M. Quagliana IV, 23, of 8361 West Main Road, Westfield, was charged with driving while intoxicated, DWI common law and failure to keep right. Quagliana was stopped at 1:56 a.m. on March 2 on Route 219 in the town of Ashford for failure to keep right. He was found to be intoxicated. Quagliana was released with appearance tickets.
HINSDALE – Dylon E. Howard, 19, of 3869 Canal Street, Apt. B, Hinsdale, was taken into custody on a bench warrant. She was turned over to Olean police for processing.
OTTO – Jonathan R. Huchingson, 26, of 9206 Cattaraugus-Otto Road, Otto, was charged with third-degree criminal possession of stolen property. Huchingson was stopped on Feb. 28 and found to have a stolen motorcycle in a UHaul truck. He was arraigned and remanded to Cattaraugus County Jail in lieu of $1,500 bail.
PORTVILLE – Rachel Y. Slawiak, 22, of 4 Wellington Drive, Portville, was taken into custody on March 2 for an active bench warrant. She was turned over to Olean police for processing.
ALLEGANY – Cheryl M. Collins, 51, of 3897 Old State Road, Allegany, was charged with second-degree criminal contempt, driving while intoxicated with a blood alcohol content of .08 percent or greater and failure to keep right. Collins was taken to Allegany Court, processed and released.


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Tupper Lake hopes to receive Urban Forestry Grant
TUPPER LAKE – A recent grant application might make the village here look a little greener.
The village board recently passed a resolution to approve the Franklin County Soil and Water Conservation District's application for an Urban Forestry Grant. The soil and water district had to obtain the approval of the village before it could apply for the grant.
The state Department of Environmental Conservation grant will award $2,500 to $50,000 to participating municipalities. The amount of the award is based on the municipality's population. Fifty percent of the award must come from the county.
Urban Forestry Grants are available to municipalities, public benefit corporations, public authorities, school districts and not-for-profit organizations that have a public ownership interest in the property or are acting on behalf of a public property owner. Interested entities can apply for tree planting, maintenance grants or invasive pest studies in cases involving emerald ash borer or Asian long-horned beetle infestations.
The DEC will also manage and allocate tree inventories, management plans and $1,000 Quick Start Arbor Day Grants through the state's Environmental Protection Fund. The Arbor Day grants have no match requirement.
"This will give us a chance to look at some of the spaces around the village that need tree plantings and get them done," Mayor Paul Maroun said.
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Building a Trail Town from Scratch - Page 6
Putting the Trails to Use
Racers enjoying their trails. Photo courtesy of #TrailsRoc.
Your trail is built! It is a beautiful space to enjoy the outdoors, so what happens when someone comes along and wants to run a race on your new system?
Mort Nace, General Manager of Medved Running and Walking in Rochester, and one of the local pioneers of trail racing knows all of the ins and outs. "First things first," he says. "You have to know what your impact on the trail will be and what your clean-up plan is."
Every system has a different policy on use for trails. You need to know if that trail is a private system, or a municipality system. Either way, be sure to go through the proper channels for approval. Initially, it may seem like a lot of work—but save yourself time and energy by heeding Nace's advice: "Make sure there are no surprises on race day and this means planning like crazy."
There will be hard work, especially during the start-up days, but the rewards will come when you are finally the one posting pictures of sun-spackled singletrack in your neighborhood—and knowing you made it all happen.


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Whether you don't remember the last time you planned a major trip or you've barely hung up your tent from your last adventure, chances are there's an awesome spot tucked somewhere in the? United States that has yet to enter the scope of your curiosity. Here are nine camping trip?ideas that you may never have thought of to feed your sense of wanderlust.
Long Key State Park, Florida
You're practically in the Bahamas here. One of several Florida Key campgrounds, Long?Key offers ocean front campsites on a subtropical island. The Keys were formed by prehistoric coral reefs and you'll snorkel among dolphins, sea turtles, giant rays and tropical fish. Yes, chances are you'll spot some barracuda and reef sharks but don't worry, the sharks won't bother you. And as for the barracudas, just make sure you remove all your jewelry and any other shiny objects—those toothy little creatures will strike at anything that glimmers.?
If you'd rather stay on the surface, kayak and canoe through bays and mangroves, looking for manatees?and alligators or catch some Dorado, grouper and tarpon, and cook up one of the best seafood dinners you may have ever had.
On land, explore the island or run across one of the Keys' 43 bridges connecting all of the islands. A camping trip here is nothing short of a Caribbean vacation so even though you may be roughing it, jump in the car for some island hopping. Florida Key watering holes feel as if they're straight out of a Jimmy Buffet song. Hit up fish joints and try some cracked conch, conch chowder, stone crab claws and other fresh, local fare.
Acadia National Park, Maine
The coast of Maine is unlike any other American region, with its rocky shoreline, granite mountains, firey fall colors, small-town charm, moss and evergreen wilderness, marshlands, glacier-made kettle lakes, local color and old-school harbor living. Most of Acadia National Park's 35,000 acres is located on Mount Desert Island and although there's no backcountry camping here, there are plenty of campsites to choose from and miles of pristine ecosystems.
When you want a taste of civilization, check out the little town of Bar Harbor (pronounced "Baah Haa-bah") for some lobster, a local microbrew and cuppa "chowdah."
Na Pali Coast State Wilderness Park, Kauai, Hawaii
This coastline is so dramatic, it's played setting to movies like Jurassic Park, King Kong and Raiders of the Lost Arc. With jagged, green, Polynesian mountains plunging into the Hawaiian Pacific, this shoreline is only accessible via the Kalalau Hiking Trail or by boat.
The 11-mile trail crosses cliffs and valleys before dropping to sea level at Hanakapi'ai and Kalalau beaches. Parts of the trail are pretty gnarly, to say the least—especially if you're planning to hike the entire 22 miles (roundtrip) and obtain camping permits—so make sure you know exactly what you're getting into.
But waterfalls will greet you practically every mile and you'll spot mountain goats hopping around everywhere. This is camping at its most primitive, especially when you find yourself looking up at one of the most plentiful star-filled skies you've ever seen, in the middle of the Pacific, on the edge of a tropical jungle, half expecting a pterodactyl to swoop down on you.
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mcgrane , are you using bakers % to determine the amount of your ingredients. Sorry if you have already discussed your methods elsewhere, my memory is short. If you are not using bakers % then you can questimate by feel. Reproducibility will not be as exact. After mixing flour and water and yeast and salt the dough should come away from the sides of the bowl and form a loose ball. When you start to knead the dough it should feel tachy but not wet, unless of course you are doing a "high hydration dough" If you are using % then 54%- 60% hydration should be a reasonable place to start. Of course Bob's advice is right on!!!!! Mark
I dont know enough about pizza to know the style.. id say eadiable I just want a thin base and a bit of a crust.. Dont get my wrong the one i made yesturday was still pritty tasty, i was just excited to try out some dough roll out methods i had seen, but the crust was fairly dry and wouldnt stretch.As for the %.. my dough is 250g and water is 150ml so that would be 60% ill try abit more the next time.. but maybe i just missmeasured the water or flour the last time :S... Ill enjoy finding oiut


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Ounce-Saving Gear for Stage Races - Page 6
Seven days, one outfit! You may want to burn these pieces by the finish line, but starting out you'll need to love 'em. Weight, functionality and, yes, even aesthetics come into play. Many runners choose compressions tights/shorts, but I prefer a less constricting option. Check out The North Face Better Than Naked Split Shorts or Tights for bottoms that live up to their names. At 3.53 ounces, these shorts feel like air, but manage to cover and protect, while also providing three functional pockets. One caveat to remember is that endless sand and a heavy pack may create chafing in areas you've never experienced before. The less exposed your skin, the better—an argument for full tights and an SPF long sleeve tech shirt during the day. Always bring generous amounts of anti-chafe cream.
A long-sleeve will be required in addition to your main tee and I recommend SmartWool's Next To Skin Micro Weight crew (pictured above). This soft, cozy piece is ultra-light yet feels like a security blanket of warmth at the end of long day when your body starts to chill. For a lightweight jacket, nothing beats Patagonia's longstanding workhorse Houdini jacket, which provides substantial warmth at just 3.6 ounces. Make sure to fully research the temps of your race location as some deserts such as the Atacama in Chile are extremely cold at night requiring a full down jacket and providing additional packing challenges.
Bonus Tip: Everyone is prone to one or two "luxury items." Before RacingThePlanet Jordan 2012, fellow stage-racer Charla Barbieri Heimer wisely convinced me that changing out of dirty tights into "camp" shorts for relaxing at the end of the day would be worth the few extra ounces. She was right! Most people also bring a pair of cheap flip-flops to walk around camp in, giving the feet a much-needed chance to breathe and re-coup.


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March 9, 2009
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Ciao! It's that time of week again Casa-ites (it'll catch on). Come on in, and get ready to be shot with hot bullets of wrestling wonderment in Wrestleview.com's very own columnised version of an acid trip.
So what's the hot topic in the Casa this week? I've got to say, it's a doozy of a topic, and any hardcore fan of 80's WWF wrestling will be in their element in the Casa this week. I am of course looking at the art of the wrestling entrance theme.
Now, I'm no wrestling historian, so I can't attest to knowing exactly who started the craze of using music to accompany them to the ring. I've heard that Gorgeous George did it in the 60's, whilst The Freebirds are also credited with kicking off the trend back in the 80's. Either way, one thing is for sure, and that's wrestling is a damn sight more entertaining for having theme music be a part of its world. I mean, can any of you picture a pro wrestling world without 'Grab them cakes', 'Real American' and 'Jive Soul Bro'?
Let us also not forget that if it wasn't for entrance themes in wrestling, there would have never been any wrestling music albums, specifically 'Piledriver – The Wrestling Album 2' which included this timeless classic;
Is there a greater sight than The Hulkster slapping away on a guitar whilst rocking a sleeveless tuxedo? Why this trend hasn't been continued to the present day is beyond me. What I wouldn't give to see a Miz keyboard solo or Jesse and Festus dueling banjo's. I'd just have to pray that R Truth wouldn't be involved in any way, shape or form. He's the wrestling music equivalent to 'Soulja Boy'.
Whenever the tag team of wrestlers and entrance music began, it's safe to say that it exploded in the 80's. And thank God for greedy rockstars and their need for monstrous royalty checks, because if it wasn't for them, we may never have gotten wrestling companies producing their own theme tunes, something which in 80's WWF land, was actually better than the wrestling itself (not because the wrestling was bad, but because the music was so friggin' good!) And could there have been a better decade for entrance music to explode onto the scene than the 'decade of decadence'? 80's music was all about shit hairstyles (not shit at the time mind you), luminous outfits, spandex and copious amounts of drugs, whilst 80's wrestling was all about erm, well, the exact same fucking things!
Had wrestling music only become commonplace in the early 90's instead of the early 80's, we'd have been lumbered with some terribly grungy entrances and a whole host of wrestlers whose valets were junkie psychopathic whores and whose gimmick consisted of not showering and mastering the art of pulling the trigger of a shotgun with their toes (hey I like Nirvana but Jesus Christ was grunge an ugly generation. I didn't realize it was uncool to use soap in early 90's America). Thankfully though, the 80's had set a fantastic precedent for theme music and therefore along came LOD's 'What a Rush' and HBK's more than borderline homo erotic 'Sexy Boy' (which, while fitting his gimmick to a tee in 1993, seems ever so slightly out of place when accompanying a 40+ year old born again Christian father of two to the ring).
Entrance music could also cover up how piss poor a superstar was in the ring. I mean, thank Christ the Ultimate Warrior had " DE NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NER NER NER NER NER" to blast him down the aisle, otherwise he would have just been a juiced up nutcase in facepaint and tassles. That music popped the crowd long enough to the point where by the time they'd finished cheering for his music starting, his match would have finished anyway, so everyone was a winner. Hell, did anyone ever know what the fuck was going on in a New Jack match apart f rom the fact 'Natural Born Killaz' by Ice Cube played throughout the entire match?
In modern wrestling, the same rule still applies, only sometimes in different circumstances. I'm a huge fan of both HHH and Batista, but sometimes I couldn't give a shiny shit about the match they're about to take part in, all I'm bothered about is their entrance music and flashy entrance routine. Yes I'm easily impressed by fireworks and bright lights, big whoop, wanna fight about it?
With modern wrestling has also come an evolution in the use of music in wrestling. Long gone are the days of the wrestling supergroup 'The Wrestlers' (see end of column for more on them), but now Vinnie Mac is more than happy to dig into his coiffures to attract rockstars into lending their music to his product. And not just for entrance themes either, oh no. Instead, the big VKM has actually made the generic metal garbage of Saliva and Drowning Pool et al sound appropriate and decent via the medium of montage video (check back into the Casa next week for more on the art of the wrestling montage!). So the previous success of the WWF, which was in no small part was thanks to their superior 80's inspired music catalog, has since allowed them to splurge on well known artists such as the aforementioned shite (which again, on it's own, is utter piss, but works brilliantly as part of an entrance or montage) but also, some class acts such as The Hives, Audioslave and even Johnny fucking Cash have been used in some capacity. Let us not forget either, The Hulkster rocking out to 'Voodoo Chile' by Jimi Hendrix upon his return in 2002 when he finally ditched the N.W.O jive turkeys.
Now more than ever is it a great time to be a fan of all things entrance music. If you're a popular music fan you've got Motorhead, POD, Alter Bridge and Three Six Mafia all lending their talents to various superstars, whereas if you're more of a retro fan, you've got Jesse and Festus being accompanied by the wailing of "BISCUITS AND GRAAAAAAAAAAVVVVY" and Kofi Kingston strutting to the ring to what sounds like the Yardies covering the Cool Runnings theme. And let's not forget "SANTIIIIIIINOOOOOOO", if ever there was a theme plucked straight f rom the 80's it was that little ditty. And finally, if you're a fan of wrestlers singing their own entrances you can revel in the entrances of John Cena, HBK and even R Truth, that is if R Truth's specific brand of krunk/warblings of a retard is your cup of tea. So we've got ourselves a heady little melting pot of musical offerings currently accompanying our favorite men in tights to the squared circle. You can't go wrong as far as this writer is concerned. You can even have your favorite theme as a ring tone nowadays, which is a service that was desperately missing in the 80's. Especially on the 80's 'Wall Street' style mobile phones which were roughly the same size and density of a house brick with an aerial which resembled a large rubber baguette. I'd have paid good money to see Michael Douglas answer the phone to 'Grab Them Cakes'.
And unfortunately visitors to the Casa, this is where I must show you the door for another week. However, no one goes away empty handed this week. Instead, click the following link and go away with a smile on your face, knowing that at one time Roddy Piper and Greg Valentine could go from pounding each other with a dog collar to singing 'Land of a Thousand Dances' together, with the astounding backing vocals of Iran's finest wrestler/drug addict/shoot interviewee and now popstar The Iron Sheik:
. Just think, that was what was all over MTV in the 80's. Lucky pricks were a good 15 years away from being bombarded with Cribs and My Super Shitting Sweet 16th.
Anyway, enjoy that little present and remember to look up whatever wrestling montage you can on youtube or wherever this next coming week. Any WWE 'Desire' video is a good watch, as well as the original Austin/Rock promo f rom before their WrestleMania 17 match. Also, for good measure wrap your eyes around the promo vid for HHH/HBK at SummerSlam 2002 and the Survivor Series 2002 Elimination Chamber pre match promo. All quality stuff.
Until next time Casa-ites (it'll catch on! But if it doesn't, suggestions are welcome as to what I should call you. Fans simply isn't personal enough.) it's arriverderci from me once again. Any fan/hate mail should be directed to
. Many grazi's go out to those of you who have already expressed your love for the Casa, your kind words are very much appreciated, and once you leave the Casa I hope you all check out the many other cracking columns knocking about Wrestleview. If you can find another single website with as good a group of writers as here I'd be amazed.
Anyway, until next time, arriverderci!


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Zia volleyball team rebounds
October 11, 2003
The Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team bounced back from a three-game sweep with a 30-24, 23-30, 28-30, 30-19, 15-11 win over Angelo State in a Lone Star Conference South Division match Saturday at San Angelo, Texas.
Junior Anna Bellum collected 14 kills, 17 digs and four aces for the Zias (8-12, 3-2 South). Emilie Rodman added 13 kills, while Kelley McGinty chipped in 12 kills and 16 digs.
The Rambelles (8-15, 1-1) were coming off a huge win on Friday night in five games over West Texas A&M, ending the Lady Buffs' 77-match winning streak in conference play.
In Friday's match at Abilene, Texas, the Wildcats (17-6, 1-0) cruised to their 10th win in 11 matches by finishing off the Zias 30-17, 30-24, 30-16. Haylee Hartline had 16 kills, Kellen Morrow collected 19 digs and Amanda Slate served up five aces for ACU.
No one reached double figures for the Zias in either kills (McGinty was the team leader with seven) or digs (Bellum and Jennifer Blackburn had nine apiece).
ENMU runners take sixth
COMMERCE, Texas — The ENMU men and women finished sixth on Saturday morning in the Lion Invitational cross country hosted by Texas A&M-Commerce.
Emporia State took the men's team title with 45 points, led by individual winner Andrew Bird in 25:32.08 over eight kilometers, while ENMU finished with 152.
The Greyhounds' top runner was sophomore Orlando Sanchez, 18th in the 8-kilometer race in a time of 27:06.66.
The Zias, who had 123 team points, were led by junior Karissa Huskey, 12th in 24:38.92, and senior Leora Todacheenie, 16th in 24:55.70, in a 6K race.
The University of North Texas took team honors with 31 points, led by individual winner Jessica Schmidt in 21:42.78.


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I am using a stone in a 500 degree oven. The stone is on the bottom rack. I cannot get the bottom browned. I am looking for a crisp bottom and chewy top. I am trying to re-create a New Haven CT stype pie. Many of the top pizza places use here brick oven with coal. Any tips to making a dough or a cooking method wcich can result in a darkened bottom. Without burining the top, of course!!!


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I am new to RoR and trying to create my website.
But here i am facing an issue while working on the same, what i am trying to do i have index.html page having html code which i need to be call as index page of my app.
I rename this page as index.html.erb and place under app/views and created controller home/index but failed to call on browser as this is giving Mysql Connection error and i am not using db with this page right now.
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Leucochloridium paradoxum
Leucochloridium paradoxum, common name green-banded broodsac, is a parasitic flatworm (or "helminth") that uses gastropods as an intermediate host.
Life cycle
The worm in its larval, miracidia stage, travels into the digestive system of a snail to develop into the next stage, sporocyst. The sporocyst grows into long tubes to form swollen "broodsacs" filled with tens to hundreds of cercariae. These broodsacs invade the snail's tentacles (preferring the left, when available), causing a brilliant transformation, of the tentacles, into a swollen, pulsating, colorful display that mimics the appearance of a caterpillar or grub. The broodsacs seem to pulsate in response to light intensity, and in total darkness do not pulse at all.[1] The infection of the tentacles of the eyes seems to inhibit the perception of light intensity. Whereas uninfected snails seek dark areas to prevent predation, infected snails have a deficit in light detection, and are more likely to become exposed to predators, such as birds. Birds are the definitive hosts where the cercariae develop into adult distomes in the digestive system of the bird. These adult forms sexually reproduce and lay eggs that are released from the host via the bird's excretory system. These droppings are then consumed by snails to complete the life cycle of this parasitic worm.
The resulting behavior of the flatworm is a case of aggressive mimicry, where the parasite vaguely resembles the food of the host. This gains the parasite entry into the host's body; this is unlike most other cases of aggressive mimicry, in which only a part of the host resembles the target's prey and the mimic itself then eats the duped animal.
This life cycle is similar to other species of genus Leucochloridium.
Leucochloridium paradoxum was originally reported from Germany.[2]
Other locations include: Norway[3] and others.
intermediate hosts:
- birds
- Zebra Finch (Taeniopygia guttata) – experimental[3]
- ^ Edwin J. Robinson, Jr. (December 1947). "Notes on the Life History of Leucochloridium fuscostriatum n. sp. provis. (Trematoda: Brachylaemidae)". The Journal of Parasitology 33 (6): 467–475. doi:10.2307/3273326.
- ^ S.P. Casey, T.A. Bakke, P.D. Harris & J. Cable (November) 2004. Use of ITS rDNA for discrimination of European green- and brown-banded sporocysts within the genus Leucochloridium Carus, 1835 (Digenea: Leucochloriidae). Systematic Parasitology. Volume 56, Number 3: 163-168.
- ^ a b T. A. Bakke (April) 1980. A revision of the family Leucochloridiidae Poche (Digenea) and studies on the morphology of Leucochloridium paradoxum Carus, 1835. Systematic Parasitology, Volume 1, Numbers 3-4. 189-202.


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And I'm still trying to figure out how... At least I can get to Burt's often.
Any chance you can see them make the pie?
The caramelized crust is made by laying square slices of cheese up the side of the dough so that the corners stand about 1" above the crust. The cheese must melt over the crust and caramelize between the crust and the pan.
Any chance you can see them make the pie?Also, did you ever try the white cheddar around the rim?
I'm not sure I've tried white cheddar, but yellow cheddar didn't produce the desired effect. It seemed too dry, rather than caramelized. Mozzarella didn't work either.As for the crust thickness, he doesn't build up the edges.
After watching Bourdain's show and his stop at Burt's I recall it just being mozz that he uses. When forming the pie he doesn't pull the dough up the sides but creates a bowl effect with the cheese slices coming up the sides that melt down the sides and char during cooking. Loo
Ed, excellent looking pizzas and pictures. A couple of thoughts: I, too, had the over-crispness problem with pepperoni and now generally add it on after the pizza has cooked a while, like for the last 15 or 20 minutes or so. If you can find it, suggest trying Canadian mild white cheddar instead of sharp cheddar along with mozzarella. A friend of mine had some success with that. And suggest trying a Sicilian dough recipe, if you hadn't already, but cut back on the yeast. Because of all your many testings, I trust you have a lot of pizza eaters around you. --BTB


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The Runnability Scale - Page 2
I recovered on the hood of my car at sunset, watching the reddish-brown waters of the Dirty Devil mix with the emerald green waters of the Colorado River below. Somewhere upstream a storm had made the mountains bleed, and the water just kept running.
Sardines are good from the can, scooped out with a knife. I could feel energy swimming back into my veins with every bite, healing my wounds. The buzzards kept circling, catching the rising thermals of the sun-baked cliff and the curious smells emanating from my person. They looked hopeful.
The next morning, after spending the night under millions of flickering stars, perched on a 300-foot cliff ledge in Glen Canyon, I was feeling hopeful too. My wake-up run had me rock-hopping along the rim of Lake Powell, soaking up the sunrise like a donut in coffee, my knee barely swollen.
The next stop on my road trip to Saint George, Utah, was Hickman Arch in Capitol Reef National Park. The trail was fairly easy, but running through the sandy sections felt like snowshoeing. I couldn't find a way to the top of the arch, so I ran through it, spicing it up by finding several pointy boulders to hop across. They were totally runnable, even if they didn't look it.
The Dixie National Forest sucked me in that same afternoon. Log jumping through aspens on fallen aspens was irresistible.
When I got to Bryce Canyon National Park that night, I saw more trails than shoes in my closet, and they were all runnable. I found myself re-sharpening my log-running skills by navigating the top of the log railing containing the rim. (I shouldn't recommend that, but I'd give it an eight).
After running to Inspiration Point in Bryce for sunrise the next morning, it was a short drive to the Cedar Breaks National Monument, where meadows and streams called to me. I found myself boulder hopping from rock to rock to reach a runnable beaver dam bridge that offered easy access to the forests beyond. Sometimes it's hard to find someplace that's not runnable, but I stopped running to watch two bucks jousting.
Running all these places three days before the Saint George Marathon was probably a boneheaded idea. It's not what experts would recommend. But it was too hard to pass through great trail-running territory without sampling it.
At the start line, Ken Pliska asked me what kind of time I was aiming for. I said, "Oh, 2:45?"
"So, you're running conservative then?"
"Too much stuff going on. "
I'd raced over 55 miles in five different trail races in the four weeks leading up to the marathon. And I just told you how I tapered.
I finished with a 2:52, hopped in the car, drove to Vermillion Cliffs National Monument and went for another three-hour trail run/walk. The next morning, I was on mountain trails above Telluride for another three hours, all the while searching for more places to call runnable.
This is how I know I'm a trail runner: not being able to resist. Running roads often has me daydreaming. But if I want to wake up and feel alive, there's nothing like trying to run where nobody's run before.
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Debates of Dec. 13th, 2010
House of Commons Hansard #116 of the 40th Parliament, 3rd Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was haitian.
- Question Period
- Criminal Code
- Serious Time for the Most Serious Crime Act
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police Modernization Act
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- Postal Services to Deployed Troops
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- Centre Dufferin District High School War Memorial
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Royal Canadian Mounted Police Modernization Act
Government Orders
1:30 p.m.
Siobhan Coady St. John's South—Mount Pearl, NL
Mr. Speaker, I am sure my colleague is very learned in this particular area.
I think he has raised a few points that should be brought up at committee. I very strongly support Bill C-43 going to committee for these types of issues to be reviewed.
As I said, the bill gives the commissioner new powers, helps to establish a board for compensation purposes, establishes the RCMP consultation committee to address workplace issues, and makes the Public Service Labour Relations Board and the external body resolve some of the personnel issues.
Does that go far enough? Are there other issues that need to be addressed? That is why I want to send this to committee to talk about what needs to be done in this act.
From my own personal perspective, I think it is about choice, as I have said at the very beginning. It is for the RCMP officers to make that choice about association and how they go about associating. That is why I am strongly supporting sending this to committee.
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1:35 p.m.
Jim Maloway Elmwood—Transcona, MB
Mr. Speaker, we have some concerns about this bill as well, and I am sure that we will have ample time to deal with them at committee.
One, the bill dictates that only a bargaining agent that primarily represents workers in the field of policing would be eligible to be certified as the recognized union for RCMP officers. In effect, this is a restriction on the right of the workers to pick whomever they want as their bargaining agent. I would ask the member for her comments on that particular issue.
Second, the bill puts some limits on topics that might be negotiated at the bargaining table, including some substantial components of a contract such as pensions. I would ask the member to comment on whether or not there should be restrictions on what can be negotiated, such as pensions.
Third, there is a provision that gives the Treasury Board the power over the civilian members of the RCMP. They would be put under a separate framework, which violates the rights of those workers to make a free choice. It is all about free choice. We are not concerned about what the choice is, we just want them to have the choice. We want free choice for the civilian members as to how this sees the light of day.
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1:35 p.m.
Siobhan Coady St. John's South—Mount Pearl, NL
Mr. Speaker, I am hearing that, again, Bill C-43 is not a small piece of legislation. It contains 116 pages of various and sundry significant changes to the structure and operation of the RCMP. That is why I think it needs that in-depth study at the committee stage. The committee can get into some of the issues that my hon. colleague is raising, bring forward witnesses and give them the opportunity to express their concerns or suggest changes that may be required in this bill.
This bill deserves the review and recommendation of going to committee so that it can have the fullness of discussion and debate.
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1:35 p.m.
Larry Bagnell Yukon, YT
Mr. Speaker, as members know, the RCMP have a tremendous record over the decades of service to Canada, but there have been a couple of unfortunate incidents recently, such as the terrible tragedy of Mr. Silverfox in my riding.
I wonder how the member thinks the provisions of this bill would affect those situations. Does she think they might have prevented them or that they would make the situations less likely in the future?
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1:35 p.m.
Siobhan Coady St. John's South—Mount Pearl, NL
Mr. Speaker, my hon. colleague raises a very important point. The RCMP has had some challenges over the last number of years. In fact, even in my province, this past weekend, we had an issue of a person who escaped from surveillance. It is unfortunate that these things do occur.
I think that my hon. colleague raises a very important question about the future and the roles and responsibilities of the commissioner, the powers that would rest with the commissioner, some of the training issues and some of the freedom of association issues. I think that is the kind of in-depth analysis that needs to be done at committee stage, where we really get into some of these things.
I do not know whether or not this bill would solve all the ills of the RCMP. I sincerely doubt it. However, I think it is a step in the right direction for us being able to address some of those concerns and bring them forward when we are looking at the powers and the responsibilities of the commissioner.
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1:40 p.m.
Claude DeBellefeuille Beauharnois—Salaberry, QC
Mr. Speaker, today I am pleased to be speaking about Bill C-43, An Act to enact the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Labour Relations Modernization Act and to amend the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Act and to make consequential amendments to other Acts.
I would like to begin by saying that the Bloc Québécois supports this bill. The Bloc will be pleased to discuss and debate this bill in committee with its usual thoroughness.
The Bloc believes that unionization of Royal Canadian Mounted Police officers would lead to more harmonious and fairer labour relations. In addition, it is useful to remember that the Conservatives introduced this bill following an Ontario Provincial Court decision, which was appealed by the government three times.
In April 2009, Justice Ian MacDonnell of the Ontario Superior Court extended the right to unionize to the 22,000 officers in the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. The judge ruled that the federal law governing the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, which prohibits unionization, is unconstitutional. However, police cannot strike because the Canadian Police Association gave up that right.
This decision put an end to a century-old tradition of RCMP management believing that unionization would hurt the officers' morale. This is not the first time that RCMP officers have requested the right to unionize. In 1999, the Supreme Court of Canada threw out the case of Gaétan Delisle, a former officer who invoked the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms to allow RCMP members to unionize.
This bill introduces human resources management processes for grievance procedures, disciplinary measures and the review of conditions of employment. It also gives the commissioner authorities similar to those given to deputy heads in the federal public service as well as the heads of large police services to support the effective management of the RCMP workforce.
According to the new labour relations regime, RCMP members will be able to choose to work in a non-unionized environment, enabled through joint consultation, or to work in a unionized environment, represented by a certified bargaining agent. As is the case with most police forces in Canada, RCMP members would not be able to withdraw their services.
In either a unionized or a non-unionized environment, the new labour relations regime for the RCMP would include the following features.
The proposed legislation gives the commissioner human resource management authorities similar to those of deputy heads in the federal public service—as I said earlier—and to those of heads of large police services in Canada. This includes the authority to appoint, promote, discipline, demote or terminate the employment of all members, including commissioned officers.
The President of the Treasury Board will establish a total compensation advisory committee to provide him with recommendations on overall compensation, that is, pay and benefits, for RCMP members who are not represented by a certified bargaining agent.
If members choose not to be represented by a bargaining agent, the total compensation advisory committee's recommendations would apply to all RCMP members.
If members choose to be represented by a bargaining agent, the committee's recommendations would only apply to officers, that is, inspectors and ranks above, executives and other non-represented or excluded employees of the RCMP.
The committee would be comprised of up to five impartial and external members who, together, would have an appropriate mix of knowledge of policing operations and of compensation issues and principles.
The total compensation advisory committee shares many similarities with the advisory committee on senior level retention and compensation, which provides, among other things, independent advice and recommendations to the President of the Treasury Board on compensation and overall human resources management matters for executives, deputy ministers, chief executive officers of crown corporations and other Governor in Council appointees.
The proposed legislation requires, among other things, that a consultation committee be established to address workplace issues. This could include the co-development of workplace improvements; that is to say, members could also participate in identifying and collaboratively resolving workplace issues and challenges. Through a series of local, divisional, regional and national consultative committees and working groups, members would be given the opportunity to bring their views and concerns directly to managers, either individually or as a group.
The bill maintains the current informal conflict management system and integrates it into all labour relations processes. This system will continue to offer options to resolve conflicts above and beyond the formal grievance process, such as mediation through a third party. The use of these options would be voluntary, confidential and impartial.
The proposed legislation provides the commissioner with the authority to implement a restructured discipline system. Consistent with discipline systems found throughout other Canadian police services and the broader public service, the new system would ensure that the RCMP is able to address and resolve conduct issues transparently, consistently and promptly. It would give RCMP members the right to refer certain decisions or actions of management to an impartial, external decision-making body, the Public Service Labour Relations Board.
The proposed legislation would include a more timely and effective grievance process. This new process would give members the right to refer certain decisions to an impartial, external, decision-making body, the Public Service Labour Relations Board.
What role does the Public Service Relations Board play in the public service? The legislation proposes that the board act as an independent, external third party to make final and binding decisions relating to discipline issues and some grievances of RCMP members. Members would not be able to refer grievances to the board on issues such as assignment of duties, law enforcement techniques or uniform standards.
To fulfill its role, the Public Service Labour Relations Board will take into account the unique role of the RCMP as a police organization, protecting Canadians and national safety. It will have to ensure it has to the capacity to perform its new powers and functions, including the ability to assign adjudicators who have knowledge of policing and police organizations as required.
The bill is a step in the right direction but the Bloc Québécois has some concerns. There are some issues that could be debated in committee if the bill is passed here in the House. One of our concerns is the definition of "employee" found in clause 2(1). This definition is much too strict. In our opinion, there is no reason to exclude employees who are hired outside Canada, part-time employees, casual employees and students.
These people carry out the same duties as their unionized co-workers but are denied the right of association. Members will recall that the Public Service Alliance of Canada is currently before the courts in order to have the rights of these types of employees recognized under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
It is also worth mentioning that the so-called confidential positions are not defined clearly enough. According to clause 31 and following, people who are in confidential positions are those who have been deemed to be so by the employer. It is then up to the union to prove otherwise. This vague or extremely flexible definition could easily lead to cases of abuse that would ultimately be harmful to labour relations.
The bill refers specifically to a certification process. When an application for certification is filed, the board must ensure that a majority of employees in the bargaining unit wish the applicant employee organization to represent them as their bargaining agent. This is a fairly unusual situation and, in our opinion, it places a very heavy burden on the shoulders of the employee organization.
Subsection 29(2) of the Canada Labour Code sets out a mechanism similar to that provided for under section 28 of the Quebec Labour Code. This mechanism involves a representation vote when the board is satisfied that the union has obtained the support of 35% or more of the employees.
In our view, this is a much more realistic approach to truly determining what the employees want. It allows for a vote, when everyone has their say.
Upon reading the bill and the rulings that led to it, we have to wonder what opportunity members of the RCMP will have to join an existing union. The unclear provision, in our opinion, is clause 56 of the bill. We wonder whether its purpose is to ensure that the employee organization actively defends its members or whether it is to limit the organization's role to defending police officers only.
Clause 56 states that:
The Board must revoke the certification of an employee organization as the bargaining agent for the bargaining unit if the Board, on application by the employer or any employee, determines that the organization no longer has as its primary mandate the representation of police officers.
In our opinion, the first solution should be adopted. With the exception of three Canadian provinces, all the other jurisdictions allow their police officers to be part of diversified employee organizations.
As I was saying at the beginning of my speech, this is a step in the right direction. The Bloc Québécois notes, however, that everything in this bill is geared to limiting the number of individuals who can join the ranks of an employee organization. Whether it be by excluding employees whose jobs are not very secure, or by designating confidential positions, there seems to be a real desire to give a limited number of people the right to organize.
What is more, having a certification process that is different from what is done under the Canada Labour Code and in other provinces shows the government's desire to make the certification process difficult.
The confusion around a number of definitions and clauses in the bill also reflects the government's attitude. We sincerely believe that with some amendments, Bill C-43 would benefit RCMP employees. In committee, we will be able to question witnesses and move and debate amendments.
Needless to say, I do not believe the government was too happy about introducing this bill. I do not get the feeling the Conservatives like unions much. I think they moved second reading of this bill quite reluctantly. In their plan to help the auto sector, the Conservatives wanted to include a condition that would have imposed a salary reduction, in spite of the collective agreements in effect.
I have another example to back up what I am saying. In the 2009 budget, the Conservatives included an amendment to the collective agreement for public service employees that unilaterally imposed new salary conditions on some public servants. This provision is found in part 10 of Bill C-10. They also voted against Bill C-395 introduced by the Bloc Québécois, which would exclude the period of a labour dispute from the employment insurance qualifying period. This bill is designed to fill a gap that, in theory, could be used by an employer to pressure a union.
Lastly, the Conservatives have always been opposed to anti-scab legislation, which once again puts workers at a disadvantage compared to employers.
This bill should be debated in committee so that we can improve it and propose amendments to give police officers and RCMP personnel the opportunity to unionize and defend their rights fairly, rigorously and effectively.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police Modernization Act
Government Orders
1:55 p.m.
Jean-Yves Laforest Saint-Maurice—Champlain, QC
Mr. Speaker, I want to congratulate my colleague on her excellent speech that clearly explains the Bloc Québécois's position on unionization, especially for this group of people who work for the government and enforce the law across the land.
The issue of unionizing members of the RCMP comes up often. The last time it came up, it was studied by the Standing Committee on Public Accounts. We were told of a problematic and distressing situation for many members of the RCMP. Senior officials had been involved in an embezzlement scheme. Several years ago, they had taken money out of an insurance plan and put it into a retirement plan, or vice versa. The Standing Committee on Public Accounts made a number of comments and recommendations on the matter. According to one of the recommendations, unionizing RCMP members would diminish the risk of such situations happening again and would correct them before they ever happened.
I would like to hear what my colleague has to say about this situation in particular.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police Modernization Act
Government Orders
1:55 p.m.
Claude DeBellefeuille Beauharnois—Salaberry, QC
Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague for his question. He is our critic on the Standing Committee on International Trade and he always has very pertinent questions. He diligently represents his voters.
In response to his question, I would say that the point here is that they are being forced to introduce the bill. The government was forced, in a way, to introduce this bill. It is not pleased about it and has its doubts. We know that the Conservatives are no friend of the unions and do everything possible to limit their ability to intervene. Therefore, the bill before us, with over one hundred clauses, must be analyzed and debated with fairness and rigour to provide RCMP officers with appropriate and effective working conditions and representation.
Compassionate Volunteerism
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Stephen Woodworth Kitchener Centre, ON
Mr. Speaker, Waterloo region, including Kitchener Centre, was built on a merger of the ideal of hard work with the ideal of compassionate co-operation.
Our Governor General, who spent many years in our community, referred to this as a "barn-raising" mentality.
Our heritage also includes an ability to see past appearances and accents, to treat every person as valuable. These ideals have made Kitchener-Waterloo the economic engine of Canada. People are asking, "What is in the water in Waterloo region?"
Let us celebrate the Kitchener ideals of hard work, compassionate co-operation and respect for every person.
I want to pay special tribute to Connie Dietrich, a constituent who recently lost her life. Connie lived out these ideals with conviction, dedicating 15 years of her life to volunteering in palliative care.
I am very proud to be the member of Parliament for the great community of Kitchener.
Community Volunteerism
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Judy Sgro York West, ON
Mr. Speaker, I am very pleased to pay tribute to an outstanding constituent in my riding of York West.
Paul Nguyen is a proud Vietnamese Canadian, living in the Jane-Finch area, who has dedicated his life to ending discrimination in at-risk and marginalized communities. As a volunteer, Paul has helped to give residents a strong voice and to combat negative stereotypes.
Recently Paul was awarded the Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship from the Lieutenant Governor. This adds to an already impressive list of awards, which includes the 2010 Paul Yuzyk Award for Multiculturalism from Citizenship and Immigration Canada, the 2010 Canadian Ethnic Media Association award of excellence in ethnic Internet journalism, and the 2009 William P. Hubbard Award for Race Relations from the City of Toronto.
Paul Nguyen is someone who has made a life of giving back to his community and to our community. I would like to send a special note of personal thanks for all he has done and all he continues to do.
Postal Services to Deployed Troops
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Claude Bachand Saint-Jean, QC
Mr. Speaker, for the fifth consecutive year, Canada Post is offering free delivery of letters and parcels to troops deployed in war zones overseas.
Until January 7, 2011, Canada Post's 6,600 post offices will offer free parcel service for family and friends of Canadian Forces members currently in Afghanistan and other overseas theatres of operations.
It is particularly hard to be separated from loved ones during the holiday season, which is filled with festivities and visits with family and friends. This is why receiving mail can be comforting.
My Bloc Québécois colleagues and I would like to salute the efforts and especially the courage of our men and women in the service. May the new year bring them peace and serenity.
Public Security Personnel
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Peter Stoffer Sackville—Eastern Shore, NS
Mr. Speaker, at this time, prior to the Christmas season, I would like to stand in this House and give special tribute to all those veterans and their families, to all those RCMP members, to those emergency responders, those firefighters, those paramedics, and to all our military men and women serving overseas, to wish them and their families a very merry Christmas and very happy new year.
These are the people who allow all Canadians to have a good night's sleep.
I would also remind all my hon. colleagues in the House of Commons to make sure that when they are in the malls or in the stores or on the street corners, in big towns and small communities, from coast to coast to coast, they put a little bit of change in the Salvation Army kettles, because this is the one organization that does not ask questions; it just looks to the humanity of the season.
If we all give generously this year, then maybe everyone in Canada will have a very warm and generous Christmas. God bless.
Centre Dufferin District High School War Memorial
Statements By Members
December 13th, 2010 / 2 p.m.
David Tilson Dufferin—Caledon, ON
Mr. Speaker, I rise in the House today to recognize four exceptional students: Alissa Droog, Alexandra Berry, Sarah Callaghan, Corah Lynn Hodgson, and their dedicated teacher, Mr. Neil Orford.
On November 10, after two years of tremendous effort, their vision to honour former students of Centre Dufferin District High School who served or are serving in Canada's armed forces was finally realized.
The new granite war memorial, which now hangs in the front entrance of the school, will forever commemorate the sacrifices made for democracy and freedom by our country's finest.
Through their own initiative and under the guidance of their teacher, these four students raised over $6,000 from the community to make the memorial a reality.
On behalf of the residents of Dufferin—Caledon, and most especially the veterans of the Shelburne Royal Canadian Legion, I sincerely commend these four outstanding students and their enthusiastic teacher for giving our community a special and enduring tribute to veterans, active service personnel and Dufferin military history.
Terence Bay Lighthouse
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Geoff Regan Halifax West, NS
Mr. Speaker, the Terence Bay Lighthouse Society has been recognized for its community spirit and dedication to preserving local heritage. The Terence Bay Lighthouse, built in 1903, is an important landmark.
Unfortunately, maintaining this iconic historic structure is not a priority for the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans. Battered by the sea and rain and neglected by the Conservatives, the lighthouse was in a dismal state. It was left to members of the society to repair this landmark when the Conservative government abandoned it.
I hope this will be an example to the minister that maintaining our lighthouses is a priority for the people.
Charitable Giving
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Peter Braid Kitchener—Waterloo, ON
Mr. Speaker, during the holiday season, Canadians share in the spirit of peace and goodwill, but some in our society suffer hardship and isolation and are unable to enjoy what many of us take for granted. At this time of year, charitable organizations are called upon even more as they work to fill the needs in our communities.
Statistics Canada has recently reported that charitable donations have declined in Canada, likely due to the pressures of the global recession. My private member's motion, Motion No. 559, seeks ways to encourage increased charitable giving and to consider new ways to give, such as through donations of private company shares and real estate.
I urge members of the House to support my motion and I ask all Canadians to remember to share generously with those less fortunate in our communities.


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communication studies
Why Communication Studies?
Instruction in speech communication is designed to promote the development of knowledge and skills for effective verbal communication, listening, and non-verbal interaction essential for success in personal, professional, and public life. Related skills in research, critical thinking, message formulation, message presentation, and evaluation of messages are emphasized.
A variety of Communication Studies-related activities and performance opportunities are also offered to provide outlets for self-expression and creativity. Through application of concepts studied and skills developed in various Communication Studies courses, students should be better able to build and maintain productive relationships, demonstrate skills in promoting effective human relations and group interaction in civic and professional roles, and develop skills for effective participation in public dialogue.
The Communication Studies curriculum is intended to provide a comprehensive and well-balanced program in communication studies. It also provides service courses required in the core designed to equip all students with basic communication skills.
Communication Studies Requirements
The major in speech requires 36 semester hours, of which 15 must be from upper level courses.
The following courses (36 hours) are required for the Speech major:
*COMS 1301 – Speech Communication
COMS 1302 – Interpretation and Performance of Literature
COMS 1303 – Professional Communication
COMS 2303 – Public Speaking
COMS 3301 – Communication in Small Groups
COMS 3302 – Advanced Interpretation
COMS 3306 – Argumentation and Debate
COMS 3310 – Interpersonal Communication
COMS 4301 – Persuasion
COMS 4320 – Advanced Study in Communication
COMS 4330 – Communication Principles and Practice
Select three hours from the following courses (each class may be repeated only once):
COMS 2101 – University Readers
COMS 2102 – Forensics
* Three hours are included in the general education core curriculum.


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Crêpes are one of those things that I have always met with uncertainty. Until today I wondered why I would usually pass them by and came to the conclusion that most crêpes I have had are unusually sweet. Who knows if that is how a sweet crêpe is supposed to taste like? I am not particularly fond of ultra-sweet syrupy soaked food. If kept simple, a plate of buttered crêpes is more tempting than eating syrup with a fork.
Going back to the thought that food should taste of itself, why not make crêpes that are sweet, but still allowing the crêpe itself to stand up for itself. A few roasted peaches, a spoon full of jam and a dollop of whipped cream I feel is a nice combination and a great way to stretch out lazy weekend mornings.
Roasted Peach Crêpes
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 Tablespoon granular sugar
½ teaspoon sea salt
¾ cup whole milk
½ cup water
2 eggs
3 Tablespoons melted unsalted butter
6 ripe yellow peaches
2 Tablespoons vanilla bean sugar [recipe below]
Whipped Cream [to serve]
Dark Cherry Jam [to serve]
cooking the crêpes:
1. Whisk together flour, sugar and sea salt. Set aside.
2. Combine milk, water and eggs in a separate bowl.
3. Add wet ingredients into the flour mixture and whisk until smooth.
4. Whisk in the melted butter gradually.
5. Allow crêpe batter to rest for 30-60 minutes to allow air bubbles to come to the surface.
6. Heat a crêpe pan [or non-stick pan] to medium, using a little butter to grease the pan, pour ¼ cup batter into pan and immediately swirl the batter to coat the bottom. Cook crêpes until the bottom starts to turn golden, flip over and cook for a few more moments. Repeat with remaining batter. Makes 10 crepes.
roasting the peaches:
1. Cut peaches in half and remove the stone.
2. Slice peaches into quarter inch slices.
3. Place peaches on a parchment lined baking sheet and sprinkle with vanilla sugar.
4. Roast peaches in a 400ºF oven approximately 5-10 minutes or until sugar starts to caramelize and peaches are tender, but not mushy.
Vanilla Bean Sugar Recipe
2 Tablespoons granular sugar
1 whole vanilla bean, split
1. Scrape out seed from the vanilla bean and combine them with the sugar.
*reserve vanilla bean pod for another recipe.


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