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STAR Bank has set up mailboxes for children to submit letters to Santa from now until Monday, December 17th. The mailboxes are set up at all of STAR Bank's 15 offices in northeast Indiana.
"Letter to Santa" forms are available at the bank for children to complete. The bankers will assist children in writing their letters to Santa before dropping them in a special mailbox set up at the branch.
The children will receive a personalized letter back from Santa confirming receipt of their letters.
Children may submit their letters to Santa at any of the 15 locations listed below during regular bank lobby hours until December 17th. Please visit www.starfinancial.com for each office's lobby hours. Branches include:
. Angola: 2004 N. Wayne St.
. Churubusco: 4070 N US 33
. Columbia City: 102 W. Van Buren St. and 105 Frontage Road
. Fort Wayne:
5513 Illinois Road
5920 St. Joe Center Road
7110 Lima Road
127 W. Berry St.
6240 Bluffton Road
5760 Coventry Lane
1820 N. Coliseum Blvd.
2130 E. Dupont Rd.
. Hamilton: 7700 S. Wayne St.
. Kendallville: 360 W. North St.
. South Whitley: 207 S. State St.


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With nearly 70 events taking over South Beach for the SOBEWFF, we have made note of a few that look particularly intriguing. For the complete 2014 SOBEWFF schedule, click here.
Festivities begin February 20 with nine events, including celebrated chef Rocco DiSpirito preparing a meal on the remote Little Palm Island, which is only accessible by sea plane or boat ($350 per guest). SOBEWFF's signature kickoff event, Moët Hennessy's The Q, will celebrate all things grilled, braised, charred and barbecued with host Michael Symon and some of Sports Illustrated's 2014 swimsuit models on the beaches off the Delano Hotel ($300 per guest). Stick around the Delano for The Q's poolside after-party, Flaunt, and enjoy flutes of Moët & Chandon Champagne and handcrafted concoctions from master mixologists as well as some exciting entertainment ($150 per guest).
On February 21, the festival gathers steam with a packed schedule of 19 events geared towards gourmands and industry execs alike. Embrace the marriage of whiskey and cigars at Cigars and Spirits, an event spearheaded by Cigar Aficionado and Whiskey Advocate, true experts in their respective fields. Wine Spectator will lead three events that are the equivalent of a graduate-level semester in wine appreciation. The agenda begins at 1 p.m. with a Trade Day (win tickets here), followed by the Wine Seminar Far Niente, Dolce, Nickel and Nickel and EnRoute: A 35-year Appreciation of Great Winemaking and Great Friends ($125) at 3 p.m. The experience wraps up at 4:30 p.m. with the Wine Seminar: A Comparison of Sonoma Coast Chardonnay and Pinot Noir Vineyards from Schrader ($125). For a dinner too good for land, the Ocean Liner Dinner will be hosted by a veritable who's who in the culinary world, with the likes of Chefs Anthony Bourdain, Frederic Morin, David McMillan, Andrew Carmellini, Eric Ripert, Daniel Boulud and Francois Payard all sharing the kitchen ($1,500 per diner). For night owls, the Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto will host a late-night party at the Shelborne Hotel, complete with Asian-inspired bites, poolside karaoke and inventive cocktails ($95 per guest).
The schedule on February 22 is packed with 28 events. Starting at 10 a.m., Wine Spectator will again host a bevvy of wine seminars throughout the day. At 11 a.m., the food party will go all out at the Whole Foods Market Grand Tasting Village ($225 per person), complete with culinary demos and tasting tents. Two demo kitchen stages will feature some of the Food Network's biggest stars, including Martha Stewart, Rachel Ray, Tyler Florence and Emeril Lagasse. Patrons will enjoy bites from more than 30 restaurants and sips from some of the largest and most distinguished wine and spirits suppliers in the country. For a taste of Latin flair, check out Ceviche and Pisco at 5 p.m. ($95 per guest). For the herbivores in the crowd, the Vegetarian Dinner ($200) hosted by Alfred Portale, Alex Guarnaschelli and Matthew Kenney at The Space Miami, will show diners how fresh, locally sourced vegetables can incite the taste buds.
Wrapping up SOBEWFF, February 23 continues the fun with 15 events. The main event is again the Whole Foods Market Grand Tasting Village ($225 per person), featuring dueling stages with some of the top culinary personalities leading cooking demoes: Morimoto, Glada De Laurentils, The Deen Family, DiSpirito and more. The Grand Tasting Tents, presented by MasterCard, will feature a range of wine and spirit purveyors as well as bites from 40 regional, national and international restaurants and chefs.


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Living my childhood dream
I'm finally living my childhood dream of playing Dungeons and Dragons. I'm playing with some folks in my English department and my friend Abby (the retro review writer for Cerise). We're a big group, eight total, and half of us are ladies. We just made characters tonight. All of the numbers are kind of confusing, but the world-building and races and roles each class has in the party is pretty familiar from playing RPG videogames.
I'm a middle-aged dwarf named Olshar, which means fat moon. She has a beard and is politically radical with a martyr complex. I'm a paladin since I like tanking in MMORPGs.
I'll post more updates with how my first D&D campaign goes! If I like it well enough, I'd eventually like to DM for an all ladies group.


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Area News In Brief…
DUI checkpoints
The Warren County DUI Task Force will be conducting checkpoints and roving patrols this weekend.
Pitt chancellor
stepping down
PITTSBURGH (AP) – University of Pittsburgh chancellor Mark Nordenberg says he's stepping down from that post next August, but hopes to remain at the school as a professor.
Nordenberg announced his decision at a board of trustees meeting Friday, and a subsequent news release says a committee is being formed to choose his replacement.
Nordenberg is 64 and began working in the university's law school in 1977. He became the law school's dean in 1985 and held that title for eight years before moving through other administrative posts before coming chancellor in 1996.
Nordenberg succeeded J. Dennis O'Connor.
Although Nordenberg plans to remain at the university, he says it's too early to determine specifically what he'll do.
Philly schools hunger strike
PHILADELPHIA (AP) – Hunger strikers protesting massive education layoffs in Philadelphia are calling on Gov. Tom Corbett to prioritize safe schools.
A rotating group of activists has been fasting since June 17 to demand the funding needed to rehire about 1,200 lunchtime aides.
The aides are among more than 3,800 public school employees who will lose their jobs next week because of the district's $304 million deficit.
The "Fast for Safe Schools" is being organized by Unite Here, a labor union representing the aides. Participants drink only water.
On Friday, fasters are delivering a petition signed by at least 1,000 people to Corbett's office in Philadelphia.
Fifteen elected officials fasted in solidarity with the group on Thursday, including a congressman, state lawmakers, members of City Council and the district attorney.


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Hello again my friends, I'm just checking in. I've disappeared for a bit but hopefully I can find some time to check in to TC every once in a while.
There have been some great changes in my life during the past few months, some for the better and some terrible tragedies including the loss of a young friend of mine during the recent October snow storm.
But to focus on the good, I quit my bank job and was hired as an IT Specialist making more than twice what I'd made before in a job that I'm much more suited for.
I've been immersing myself in the Nepali culture, learning the language and working with immigrants and refugees from Nepal and Bhutan. I've met some amazing people and it's opened my eyes to a whole new style of life... not to mention I've drank lots and lots of chiya (chai) and have made friends with a few people who've lived on tea farms.
I'm so busy these days, but that is good, it keeps me from getting depressed, the only down side is making time for good tea, which I am fortunately able to do this morning- I'm having a Tibetan Hei Cha (Ya Xi grade) in a small hongni pot, it's surprising how good this is! I wasn't expecting much!


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Dave Mustaine might not have been kidding when he sang "My mind is untreatable!" last year on Megadeth's aptly titled 13th album, Thirteen. Although it appears Mustaine went off the deep end this year (he claimed President Obama staged the shootings in a Colorado movie theater and a Wisconsin Sikh temple), insanity probably bodes well for a Megadeth performance.
And while Mustaine's voice ain't what it used to be, Thirteen proved he can still shred, so old favorites like "Symphony of Destruction" should still hit hard Tuesday at the LC after Kyng's opening set.


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Topic: Rails capability question - 100,000 UVs a month?
I'm doing research for a client in order to ese what his hosting needs are and will be. Currently, his site is an HTML only site running on a server with a few other sites, and this particular site gets about 15,000 UVs a month. I don't know about the other sites as they are not his, but I'm guessing they get much less traffic.
His site is being redesigned and recreated in a dynamic fashion. He has a goal of raising the traffic to 100,000 UVs a month within a year or less.
At least at first, the site will be a fairly low-demand site - reading database records with a few has one and HABTM relationships, and of course the creation, updating, and deleting of these records - but it will have 10,000 records or more, when it goes live.
I've been doing research to see what Rails can offer to his site, and how it could do this. Do you think Rails is a good choice for this, with caching and such? If so, can you point me to a resource or two that I can use to focus on caching, especially? In the Rails sites I've built, I haven't had to focus as much on performance.
Finally, do you think he can remain on his current host? If not, does he need to invest in a dedicated server or virtual server, or can he remain on a shared host? If so, any recommendations for a shared host (for example, would MediaTemple fit this)?
Any thoughts are muchly appreciated.


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About the Author: Brooke Spelman serves as a Political Officer at the U.S. Embassy in Beijing.
Whenever I pass through Tiananmen Square I'm awed by how huge and expansive it is, and today was no different. The sun was shining -- rare for a Beijing winter day -- the sky was clear and there were bright, red Chinese flags billowing in the wind as we arrived at the north entrance of the Great Hall of the People.
On Friday, March 6, the All-China Women's Federation (ACWF) invited a group of us from the Embassy to attend their annual celebration of women, held every year at China's parliament building, currently hosting the annual session of China's National People's Congress (NPC). As we walked up the grand staircase into the red-carpeted entrance hall, we were joined by groups of women from all around the world, some dressed in national costume, others taking pictures of the magnificent Chinese vases that lined the walls of the hall. We were then led into the reception area and were greeted by ACWF staff who directed us to our table in preparation for the festivities.
The celebration began with a welcome address by Chen Zhili, ACWF President, former State Councilor and Minister of Education, and current vice chairman of standing committee of 11th National People's Congress. Speaking to an audience of 1,600 women (and a few men), she touched on the challenges and opportunities faced by China last year -- the severe snowstorms in South China, the Wenchuan earthquake in Sichuan Province, the Beijing Olympic Games and the launch of the Shenzhou 7 spacecraft -- and how China will never forget the "unselfish assistance that people and governments worldwide offered" during this time. She expressed pride at the "great headway" that had been made by Chinese women over the past 30 years, during which China had been undergoing reform, and congratulated the ACWF on its 60th birthday. She called for an increased focus on women's rights, gender equality, and for improving the lives and access to jobs and education of women in rural communities.
During her speech I start to think about the messages the Secretary made during her recent trip to Beijing, and about the women's rights themes she evoked in her op-ed piece, which was published in the Chinese media on Monday. She said that "women's rights is not only a continuing moral obligation -- it is also a necessity" as we face the global challenges ahead of us. Only through empowering women can we build "stronger economies, more vibrant civil societies, healthier communities, and greater peace and stability." What a powerful message.
Isn't every day women's day?
Linda in Nevada writes:
It is also Women's Day in Henderson, Nevada ...I'm hosting an Open House...I'm feeling empowered!
Jillian in Florida writes:
So grateful for Hillary!! She is in the position she needs to be in at this time, although I campaigned for her, for President! GO HILLARY!!!!
We need a strong person, and who better, who to be more capable....than Hillary Clinton?
Eric in New Mexico writes:
"Isn't every day women's day?"
Brooke, a smart man would make it so.
Neil M. in Mississippi writes:
Talk to me when the secretary calls out the Chinese government on forced abortion and sterilization. My guess is that this is another area of violent agreement between you, your leader and the ChiComs.
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great post, its quite interesting


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It's a gtood book ,but I would suggest you look at "Bread-A Bakers Book of techniques and recipes' by Jeffrey Hamelman.Every time I open it ,I learn something and see things I missed before.Packed with information if lacking in the color "coffee table book" photos.(which i also happen to enjoy BTW)


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I've looked online and noticed that the Cleveland area has quite a few indoor ice rinks. I like to get to the rink a couple of times a week down here (yes, we have plenty of ice rinks in Florida - and they are a wonderful respite from the oppressive almost year round heat). I'm planning on visiting the area some time within the next few months (October at the latest) and was planning on bringing my skates with me because I'll want to still get in a couple of hours on the ice.
Any recommendations on rinks throughout the area? I know the one in Lakewood is reopening in September. The one in Shaker Heights looks promising as well. Any others? Which ones have the best ice?


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Mobile telephony has had a huge positive impact in the 13 years since its introduction to Sudan, Africa's largest country. Sudan's student population is one group that has benefitted, being able to stay in touch with family and friends when away from home. One student, Hiba, went further and turned her mobile phone into an innovative business.
Like most students the world over, Hiba depended on financial support from her parents when she began her studies at Khartoum University, and like most students, she soon needed more money to "fill the gap."
Hiba quickly realized that the mobile in her pocket – the same mobile that she bought to stay in touch with her parents in the first place – could help her.
She began selling mobile credits to fellow students, which in turn allowed them to stay in touch with their families and friends.
"I would buy credit for 100 Sudan Pounds (about USD 45) and distribute it to my friends for 110 Sudan Pounds (about USD 49.5)," she says.
In other words, Hiba's friends were able to buy the amount of credit they needed and, because she was able to divide the credit into so many portions, she was able to make a profit.
Her business model proved so successful among her friends they spread the word and other students began buying into the service.
Hiba's case is just one example of how the mobile phone has made a difference in Sudan.
The story of the mobile phone in the country is also the subject of a new report compiled by African operator Zain and Ericsson, called Socio-Economic Impact of Mobile Phones in Sudan.
Jeffrey Sachs, director of the Earth Institute at Columbia University, writes in the forward of the report that mobile telephony has had a "remarkable" impact on economic development in the country.
"Mobile telephony has quickly assumed a central place in Sudan's economy: in direct employment in the telecoms sector itself; in providing market information and logistical support in the dominant agriculture sector; and in enabling families to stay in contact in the course of conflicts, migration, and large population displacements.
"Mobile penetration has extended beyond the Khartoum region to include South Sudan and even conflict-ridden Darfur. The use of mobile phones in refugee camps to support health, education, and family reunification is also being tested. The report underscores the central fact that mobile telephony offers a remarkable, indeed, unique, tool for economic development and can even reach the poorest of the poor through creative approaches by the providers and users."
Zain and Ericsson report on economic impact of mobile communications in Sudan (pdf)
More information about the Sudan report on the Zain website
Jeffrey Sachs on fighting poverty with connectivity
Zain report on effects and meaning of the mobile phone in a (post) war economy in Karima, Khartoum and Juba, Sudan (pdf)


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I often receive questions regarding confusion over Japanese terms during the Shincha season ... and what is Shincha? So, here is Shincha 101 which I posted back in 2008. This is Japanese tea terminology.
Feel free to add to the list of terms (either a term you are confused about or a term that you can define for us), which I will then add to this OP.
Shin cha... means new harvest tea in Japanese. It is always first flush, but not all first flush is shincha. Upon harvesting, shincha in its truest, purest form goes through complete processing, manufacturing. The Shincha is then immediately packaged for immediate sale. Shincha is traditionally off the store shelves by July. Once it is gone, it is gone til next year. They cannot make more by pulling more Aracha out of cold storage (see below).
Most will agree that Shincha offers the Japanese green tea enthusiast the freshest tasting and smelling sencha of the year. Less agreement can be found on why is it better ... or is it better than non Shincha versions of the exact same tea. Also, some say Shincha has a higher moisture content in the leaves thus limiting its peak-freshness shelf-life.
Ichiban cha is simply first flush Japanese tea. Not all ichibancha is shincha. Why? Because only a portion of first flush tea goes through complete processing, manufacturing, packaging immediately upon havesting ... earning the name shincha.
Most of ichibancha is placed into cold storage as aracha in very large airtight bales. Ichibancha goes through final processing throughout the year to provide consumers with the freshest teas possible. Aracha is pulled from cold storage as needed to go through this final processing and then packaging ... once packaged it is still simply Ichibancha, NOT Shincha, capish?
Ara cha is commonly refered to as farmer's tea. It is tea that is fully processed up to the final sorting of the leaves. So, it will have all sizes of leaf and as well as leaf stems and veins. Most ichibancha is placed into huge cold storage rooms as aracha. Traditionally Aracha was usually the very first tea to be consumed by tea farmers and fortunate consumers since it is the first tea to be completely processed, thus the name "farmer's tea."
A small portion of first flush Aracha is packaged immediately and sold as Shincha. The rest will be stored until needed throughout the year and sold as Ichibancha. If you think of it, this is a very efficient method of production from a cash flow stand point, but it also apparently ensures that the freshest Ichibancha will be available throughout the harvest year. This also keeps Shincha as ... special.
When I receive a parcel of heat sealed (often also nitrogen flushed ... but not always) Japanese Shincha, I place it into cold storage...aka, "the TeaFridge." This will keep Shincha freshest for extended periods of time. Once the heat sealed bag has been opened, it is not recommended to place it back into cold storage, but it can be done with proper sealing of the opened bag.


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So what's the deal with President Obama's appearance on Zach Galifianakis' faux talk show Between Two Ferns?
Was it a brilliant ploy to induce young people to sign up for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act, which Obama plugged heavily during the unusual mano a mano? The video, which went viral, quickly became the leading source of traffic for the ACA website, HealthCare.gov.
Or did the appearance on the comedy website funnyordie.com diminish Obama and demean the office of the presidency, as the president's legion of non-fans on the right are predictably complaining?
Abraham Lincoln would never have done such a thing, Fox's Bill O'Reilly huffed. Washington Post columnist Kathleen Parker worried, "How can we hope to be taken seriously when the world sees our president in such silly circumstances?" Rep. Randy Weber, R-Texas, took to Twitter to say that rather than wasting time with such nonsense, Obama should be busy getting to the bottom of what happened at Benghazi.
I'd say it's a little late to be getting worked up about presidents making pop culture drop-ins. Once Bill Clinton played Heartbreak Hotel on the saxophone on The Arsenio Hall Show, that ship had pretty much sailed. And that was 22 years ago. Sure, doing deadpan comedy shtick with the likes of Galifianakis takes us somewhat past sitting down with Letterman or Leno, but that's a matter of degree.
Besides, these people are presidents, not monarchs. They are human beings, not higher beings. And in this age where we learn pretty much everything about everyone, whether we'd like to or not, it's impossible to maintain any illusion to the contrary.
REM RIEDER: Obama should widen access to media
The Ferns appearance was a strategic one. Team Obama needs to get more healthy young people to sign up for health care to make the numbers work. Ferns has a decidedly young demographic. So, better to be asked what it's like to be the last black president by a rumpled guy from The Hangover movies than sit down with Brian Williams.
The episode had 3 million viewers in the first few hours after it went live Tuesday morning, leading to all those visitors to the health care website.
I'd argue that such appearances are good for Obama for another reason. Just as they call Alabama the Crimson Tide, they call Ronald Reagan the Great Communicator. I'd call Obama the erratic communicator.
When he's at the top of his game, the president is truly formidable. His soaring rhetoric had so much to do with his winning the presidency in the first place. And while he's quite powerful in those mega-event set pieces, he also can be effective in casual settings. While the Ferns appearance was no doubt heavily scripted, the president's delivery was superb — and very, very funny.
Let's face it, Obama's cool factor was one of the keys to his rapid ascent.
But there's another Obama, one that was painfully on view during the first presidential debate in 2012. There's the professorial, smartest-guy-in-the room Obama, the clipped, grudging Obama, the I'd-rather-be-anywhere-in-the-world-but-here Obama. Showing his appealing side, showing that he can be loose, is good politics for him.
But there is one aspect of this episode that troubles me. It would be fine if Obama mixed his appearances with Charles Barkley and Jon Stewart with interviews with traditional hard news reporters. But that's not something Obama likes to do.
One of the byproducts of the age of Twitter is a world in which politicians have less and less need for the traditional media. They can get their message out without the middleman, connecting directly with the voters via social media and mixing in appearances at soft venues a la Between Two Ferns. And the president is taking full advantage of that.
Obama hasn't granted an interview to The Washington Post since 2009. His last interview with The New York Times was last July. He also has cut back on informal give-and-take sessions with the White House press corps.
Why does that matter? Because White House correspondents and other beat reporters at legacy news outlets are much more versed in the subjects at hand, much better equipped to challenge the president on critical issues. And that's vital in a democracy.
I'm a huge Barkley fan, but I'm not sure Sir Charles is the guy I want questioning the president about National Security Agency surveillance or what to do about Ukraine.
Conservatives have railed for years that the mainstream media are in love with Obama. But if that's the case — and it's a debatable proposition, particularly these days — one thing is clear: President Obama doesn't love them back.


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Spicy Travels - Introduction
Romance, adventure, good food, hot dancing,
and once-in-a-lifetime experiences on the island of Cozumel!
C.J. Gustafson, Freelance Writer and Photographer
My name is C.J. Gustafson and I am a freelance writer and photographer from Minnesota. About five years ago, a wonderful friend introduced me to Cozumel. For the week I spent on the island, I was at peace and everything was right in my world. I've been coming back every year since. Although I travel extensively with family and friends, I usually come to Cozumel by myself because it's the best place I've found to rejuvenate and clear my thoughts. The sun and the ocean and the friendly people of Cozumel sooth my soul and give me back the energy I need to deal with my hectic, demanding life. Plus I enjoy exploring on my own and getting to know the real Cozumel.
Traveling the back streets, making friends with the local people, and searching out opportunities to learn about the island, I've accumulated a wealth of anecdotes, ideas, tips and suggestions that the folks at Cozumel Insider thought might be interesting or helpful to those thinking of visiting this slice of paradise. I hesitated at first because although I've had some exciting and unique experiences on the island, I'm certainly no expert. And the Cozumel Insider is already loaded with accurate and useful information. But the website organizers felt strongly that tourists like to hear about places from other tourists.
So, because I love Cozumel and want to see others have unique and real adventures that will stand out in their memories for years, I've agreed to share my insights and experiences. Of course, there are some great tourist places on the island that are a must for any visitor, and I'll mention them as well, but I truly feel that the best travel experiences happen when you venture out on your own and immerse yourself in the daily life of a destination.
A bit about myself: I'm single, in my mid-thirties, and a bit of a thrill seeker. I get out there and explore the whole island. I stick my neck out and take risks and I want some spice in my vacation, whether that be adventure, good food, hot dancing or once-in-a-lifetime experiences. But I'm not stupid. I approach it all with a healthy dose of common sense mixed in. And very few of my adventures involve too much alcohol, although I have sampled the food and drinks at most every watering hole on the island - for research purposes, of course!
So families and somewhat more conservative travelers can rest assured, I'll try to share activities that appeal to everyone, and we'll keep it clean (although I'll be leaving out the best parts). I'll share a tip and include a link to a story about one of my adventures that goes along with the tip. The stories are true but the names of the people involved have been changed to protect the innocent as well as the guilty.
I'm not telling you to do what I've done, I'm saying here's what's possible on this amazing island. Let's see what fun you can have. The main point is to give you real-life insight into the island so you can get the most out of your Cozumel trip and create a unique vacation experience that suits you. We all have it in us to be savvy travelers, island insiders, or local legends. We just need a little knowledge and some inspiration.
In a separate section on the website called
Photographing Cozumel
, I share pictures I've taken on the island and give tips on how and where to shoot Cozumel. You don't have to be a pro to take great pictures on an island as beautiful and diverse as this. You just need to know some insider information.
I look forward to contributing to the website in the coming months, and I'd love to hear about experiences others have had on the island. Please be sure to let the folks at Cozumel Insider know if you find this addition to the website helpful and entertaining.
Spicy travels everyone!
Other Interesting Perspectives and Tips by CJ you might Enjoy!
Spicy Travels 1 - The Iguana Adventure
He's little, he's cute, he doesn't bite me, and he eats mosquitoes and other bugs. I'm on a Caribbean island with no worries. Let it go. It is all part of the adventure - but what an experience!
Spicy Travels 2 - Moonlight Dance Adventure
These are the times in your life where you have to tell yourself that times like these seldom come along in life and you can't let them slip by because you're embarrassed or nervous or afraid.
Spicy Travels 3 - Language Learning Adventure
My adventure reminded me that there is common ground when it comes to language on Cozumel, with both tourists and locals wanting to learn how to better communicate.
Spicy Travels 4 - Barracuda Adventure
Suddenly I saw a large shadow move across the ocean floor and I looked over expecting to see another snorkeler swimming alongside.
Travel Tip 1 - Cozumel is a State of Mind
There's something about a Caribbean island that is just fundamentally different from the rest of the world. This definitely true of Cozumel!
Travel Tip 2 - Always Bring Music
I've learned through my travels that music can set the tone and enhance the enjoyment of almost any activity on the island.
Travel Tip 3 - Learn Spanish
Although many people on the island speak English quite well, there have been numerous instances where I was glad to know some Spanish.
Travel Tip 4 Explore Cozumels Underwater World
Dont let fear of the unknown keep you from experiencing Cozumel's beautiful underwater world. This truly is one of the most unforgettable aspects of the island and there is more than one way to experience this!
Photo Tips - Introduction
The endless supply of subjects, the beautiful lighting, and constant activity make photograhing Cozumel basically effortless
Photo Tips 1 - Cozumel Sunsets
Cozumel has some of the most beautiful sunsets to be found on earth. Here are some tips on capturing them!
Photo Tips 2 - Hit the Tourist Spots
Don't avoid the tourist spots completely because they provide some good photo opportunities as well as fun activities - all in one location!
Photo Tips 3 - Walk Don't Ride (At Least Part of the Way)
It has been my experience that very rarely do you get good Cozumel pictures riding in the back seat of a taxi cab.
Photo Tips 4 - San Miguel & the West Coast
Taking pictures in town can be a bit of a challenge because there is usually so much activity. But thats what makes it so interesting!
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I think Thad's Buckeye hoops team is fun to watch and highly overlooked in the national spectrum. They have the ingredients of a dangerous team come March. They are a well balanced scoring team. They are athletic. They have more than one guy that can hurt you from 3 point range, and they have a strong big man in Dials. This Buckeye squad can make some serious noise in the Big Dance.
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The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has rejected seventeen claims that Rambus, a developer of high-speed memory and interface technologies, made against Nvidia Corp., a designer of graphics processors and various multimedia chips. In total, there are eight more claims to consider that Rambus made against the chip developer a year ago.
In June 2008 Rambus accused Nvidia and its partners in infringement of seventeen patents, of which six are to expire in early 2010. The USPTO initially rejected 41 claims in seven patents that Rambus had asserted against Nvidia in June '09 and additional 8 claims in two patents in July '09. The recently rejected 17 claims arise from three patents, but there are still eight more claims that arise out of two more patents that are being considered by the USPTO.
"This continues our string of victories against Rambus patents in the USPTO. We believe these patents are invalid and are confident that a similar decision will be made on the patents that continue to be examined," said David Shannon, Nvidia executive vice president and general counsel
After the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office issues its final conclusions regarding claims made by Rambus, the U.S. International Trade Commission will make its final judgments whether Nvidia had infringed any of Rambus' patents.
"The patents remain valid and enforceable as issued until the re-examination proceedings are concluded, including all appeals," said Linda Ashmore, a spokesperson for Rambus.
Since Rambus believes that it invented all the modern DRAM technologies, it seeks royalty payments not only from memory makers, but also from those, who develop memory controllers and sells them as part of their products.
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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. "
Your first charter flight
A growing number of travelers are turning to chartered aircraft as reports of airline delays, canceled flights and deteriorating service become routine. Combined with the advent of per-seat purchase options and block-membership programs, aircraft charter has emerged as an cost-effective alternative to other means of travel for many people. But how can a new charter customer find a reputable company among the thousands in operation? What can a customer do to ensure the safest and smoothest flight possible?
The first step in assuring a successful charter experience is to make a list of your needs, according to Harlan Sparrow, manager of the FAA's Commuter, On Demand and Training Center Branch. Once you have written down as many details as possible-such as departure and arrival locations, number of passengers and the amount of baggage you will have-call several charter operators to ask for price quotes. "The operators will typically quote on a mileage basis," Sparrow said.
But be forewarned: many operators have hidden fees that aren't included in the quote, advised Toby Batchelder, aircraft management sales manager for Elliott Aviation. "Fuel surcharges can add between $100 and $400 an hour to the cost," he said. "Ask them to send you a quote that lets you see what all the charges are."
After getting quotes, the next-and arguably most important-step is to research the companies you're considering, according to Lindsey McFarren, director of the Air Charter Safety Foundation and former manager of regulatory affairs at the National Air Transportation Association. "You really have to do your homework to find the safest operators," she said. She recommended asking representatives of an operator how much charter experience the company has; for example, the operator might have 20 years of aviation experience but only one year of charter.
Well-established charter companies are the ones most likely to provide outstanding service and safety standards, said Thomas Fitzsimmons, COO of PrivatAir, a charter management company that has been in operation for more than 30 years. "Those are the folks that are going to have the experience. They'll also have the resources, so a customer can be assured they are doing things right."
Check Audit Ratings
Fitzsimmons added that a new customer should ask whether the operator has a certification or rating from auditing companies such as ARG/US and Wyvern. "A combination of a good industry reputation and the third-party certifications should give someone comfort that they have a safe operator," he said.
McFarren cautioned, however, that you should always verify ratings with the auditing companies. "We have run into operators who have one of the logos from third-party auditors on their Web site, or claim to have been audited, but actually they haven't been," she said.
The Pilot & Aircraft Safety Survey Program offered by CharterX and Wyvern Consulting lets you verify "crucial information about the operator, aircraft and crew for a given trip," according to Jim Betlyon, president and CEO of these two companies.
ARG/US offers a similar program, TripCHEQ, which provides in-depth safety reports on operators. ARG/US rates charter operators on a five-level scale: Platinum, Gold+, Gold, Silver and DNQ (did not qualify). "It takes about two minutes to run the program and you'd be shocked at what we've found," said Kathy Tyler, director of sales and marketing for the Cincinnati-based company. "Between April 2006 and March 2007, we ran 42,336 TripCHEQs and 12.3 percent of operators failed. When it comes to the safety of flight, an ounce of prevention is definitely worth a pound of cure."
Like CharterX/Wyvern and ARG/US, the Air Charter Safety Foundation plans to provide a place on its Web site that will allow customers to verify whether an operator meets its standards.
Ask Questions
Besides tapping such resources, you should try to gauge the operator's attitude toward safety and question whether it has safety and training programs in place. Ask, too, whether the operator has ever been the subject of an FAA enforcement action. "Anything less than a straight 'no' might prompt the customer to contact the local FAA Flight Standards District Office [FSDO] or ask the operator for their [charter] certificate number and managing FSDO," McFarren said.
The FSDO inspects all aspects of a charter company's operations, Sparrow explained. In addition to making sure an operator complies with FAA regulations, the FSDO examines maintenance records, operations manuals, pilot and flight logs and other documents. "We do regular scheduled inspections with every charter operator every year," he said. "However, we also do spot inspections with no notice."
Batchelder recommended asking an operator how much insurance liability it carries. "Choose an operator that has a minimum of $50 million in liability insurance," he said. He added that if you use the same charter company on a regular basis, you can ask it to name you as "additionally insured" on its policy.
In addition, Sparrow suggested asking operators for references. "Talking to a satisfied customer is one of the best ways to determine whether you're going to be happy with the flight," he said.
"I think word of mouth is quite important," added Sentient Flight Group CEO Steve Hankin. "A tremendous amount of our growth comes from referrals from current clients."
Asking about a company's operational capabilities can also help alleviate your concerns. Hankin said one of the most important characteristics of a good operator is the ability to respond to unforeseen events, such as mechanical problems or complex itineraries. "What happens if something goes wrong?" he asked. "How does the process work in booking a flight? If we need to make a change, what's the operating capability?"
Fitzsimmons added that these are some of the questions you might want to ask an operator, especially if the trip involves overseas travel: "Do you have 24/7 dispatch service? If it's an international trip, do you have worldwide operations? Do you have dispatch coverage in different parts of the world? If you have an issue during your trip, can the pilots call a dispatch center to get service?"
Batchelder also suggested asking whether dedicated pilots are assigned to a specific aircraft. "Many operators, like Elliott Aviation, dedicate two pilots to a specific aircraft," he explained. "They fly as a team each and every flight."
In addition to scrutinizing information provided by auditing companies and the FAA, you should pay attention to human factors and your own instincts, said Fred Gevalt, founder and former CEO of The Air Charter Guide. "The human factors are important," he said. "A buyer of charter can kind of keep an eye out for attitude, punctuality and body language. Do the pilots look bored? Do they look attentive? How do they interact with the crew? How did they greet you? It's an attitude check."
Finally, it's also important to share your fears and concerns with the operator and the pilots, Sparrow said. "It's not unusual, especially for first-time charter customers, to have some apprehensions," he said. "I would share those with the operator. If you have a fear of flying, let them know. If you get motion sickness, let them know. Operators, I think you will find, will take the time to explain things and answer your questions."
You Can Contribute To Safety
The best thing you can do to assure a safe charter flight is to pick a safe operator. But if you have the right attitude, you can also directly contribute to safety.
"Passengers need to be reminded that they are a part of the safety equation, much more so than in the airlines," said Fred Gevalt, founder and former CEO of The Air Charter Guide. "It's a more intimate interaction between the crew and the passengers on a corporate jet."
Gevalt added that customers must remember that even though the charter industry is service oriented, the pilots have control of the aircraft. "The best thing you can do as a passenger as you board is to turn to the pilots and say, 'You know, we're hoping to get to this meeting, but there's always tomorrow, so don't sweat it,'" Gevalt said.
Listening to the briefing before a flight and giving the pilots your attention is also important, said Lindsey McFarren, director of the Air Charter Safety Foundation. "The briefings on smaller aircraft are more critical because each airplane is different," she noted. "It's crucial for passengers to listen to crew briefings prior to departure, and anything the crew briefs during the flight would be critical as well."
For those who want to be even more prepared, there are companies that offer accident-survival-skills training. Jeff Hare, president of Safety & Survival Systems in Jamaica, N.Y., provides aviation survival courses tailored for business jet travelers. His company presents two- to three-hour classes that include training aboard aircraft and that address topics such as emergency procedures and smoke evacuation. Some companies have made the classes a requirement for their top executives, Hare said.
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Are you Twitterific? Well, Girl Scouts is being talked about by lots of people on Twitter - including Taylor Swift! On July 23, she tweeted, "Girl Scouts came to my meet and greet and brought Girl Scout cookies. Beyond stoked." If you are on, you'll want to follow GSUSA's official Twitter page at twitter.com/girl_scouts.
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Will buy again!
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Very thin, crunchy and just the perfect amount of sesame. Great with toppings or plain. Will definitely order again
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For years, I have purchased Wasa Flatbreads, Sesame Flavored and Rosemary. I can no longer do that because the two supermarkets that carried them in my area have gone out of business. I can't tell you how happy it made me to find them on your website. I hope you will be able to keep selling them. I love them and have them in different ways every day. It's the only type of WASA crackers that I like. Thank you thank you thank you!!!!!! PS I use your website for other products too.
Perfect for pairing with a bowl of Chili or just by itself
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CORE Total Body Tone DVD- Upper
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Don't slow down for anyone with the CORE® Total Body Tone DVD for the upper body. This exercise DVD helps you strengthen your core and work the upper body for the results you need. Utilizing resistance tubing, the workout targets the muscles in your shoulders, arms, upper back and chest as you attain stability and control while improving your form to develop greater tone throughout your upper body.
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by IBM
Jan 28, 2014
Download Setting the stage: cloud challenges and opportunities. Cloud computing is becoming an increasingly important technology. Its adoption is expected to accelerate rapidly. In a recent study by the IBM Institute for Business Value, for example, almost three-fourths of business leaders surveyed said that their companies have already piloted, adopted or substantially implemented cloud technologies.


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City Officer Charged
A Jamestown police officer has been charged with second-degree obstructing governmental administration following an off-duty incident last week at his residence.
Officer Michael A. Bush, of Baker Street Extension, was arraigned Tuesday night in Ellicott Court after police said he threatened to harm himself with a firearm on Jan. 17. Police were originally dispatched to the residence for a report of a distraught male.
After talking to officers for three hours, Bush, 42, agreed to seek medical treatment at Lake Shore Health Care Center in Irving. Ellicott police transported Bush to the hospital.
Officers from Ellicott, Jamestown, Lakewood-Busti, the State Police and the Sheriff's Office responded to the incident. First responders from Celoron also were dispatched.
Jamestown Police Chief Harry Snellings in a news release said Bush has been placed on administrative leave pending an internal investigation. Snellings, who had no comment when contacted, noted in his release that the incident occurred while Bush was off duty and outside the city.
Sgt. Matt Kubinski of the Ellicott Police Department confirmed a SWAT team was called to the Baker Street residence. Kubinski said Bush's wife was home at the time, but said she was never in danger.
"I just want him to get the help he needs," Kubinski said.
Bush has been with the Jamestown Police Department for at least 9 years, and was with the Ellicott Police Department in a part-time position before that.


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Far too often and for too many years, politics, culture and religion have been used to deflect efforts to address and prevent violence against women and girls. But as the United Nations 57th Commission on the Status of Women drew to a close, members rose above these arguments and found common ground in reaching a set of "Agreed Conclusions." On March 15, they declared that all states have the unqualified responsibility to protect women and girls from violence so that they can live up to their greatest potential. No excuses.
Outgoing UN Women Executive Director Michelle Bachelet and her team provided invaluable leadership throughout this session. The U.S. delegation worked with fellow member states to shape a strong consensus document that could support and galvanize worldwide efforts to eliminate gender-based violence. These "Agreed Conclusions" are a testament to the urgency and the gravity with which the 45 diverse member states of the Commission, and additional states participating in the negotiations, considered the issue. They encompass several groundbreaking statements, including:
• An explicit acknowledgement of the importance of respecting and protecting sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights. These rights are essential to the prevention, mitigation and elimination of violence against women and girls.
• Recognition of the fact that domestic violence is the most prevalent form of violence against women and girls, and that men and boys are crucial to preventing such violence.
• Recognition that prevention and response efforts must also address trafficking in persons.
• Calls for a multi-sector response and an end to impunity.
• Calls for the advancement of women's full and equal access to economic resources, including the right to inheritance and to ownership of land.
• Reference to harmful traditional practices, such as female genital mutilation and early and forced marriage; and clear language asserting that custom, tradition, or religious considerations should not serve as a basis to condone violence against women and girls.
• Calls for greater protection for specific populations that face heightened risk of violence, such as disabled women and girls, those living with HIV, and indigenous women.
Despite these solid gains, more must still be done to continue the unfinished work of advancing the rights of women and girls. Several sensitive issues were omitted, such as the issue of the clear link between violence against women and girls and sexual orientation and gender identity. We were also disappointed that the document did not include the term "intimate partner violence," which more accurately captures the types of violence and range of relationships where abuse can take place. We will continue to press for the inclusion of these important issues in future UN sessions and other international fora.
We encourage civil society, activists, faith-based organizations, and community leaders to use this document to hold their governments accountable, and work toward a world where all women and girls around the world live productive and safe lives, free from the scourge of violence and abuse.
Quenby W. in Washington, D.C. writes:
Dear Ms. Tulchin,
Thank you for your words, and thoughts. As you so rightly conclude, the challenge at present is to bring accountability to governments in their obligation to protect victims of domestic abuse and violence.
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I did find a tiny hole cutter yesterday and commenced with OCD hole making. I now have a few prototype teapots and have decided to stop for the time being. This because I need to see how this form pours. I also have another concern. I am thinking (especially with the porcelain) that cracking and warping between holes in the strainer is a danger. We shall see. Meanwhile I leave you with a couple images of my latest child--this one is stoneware and is yet too moist to fire.
Ah Victoria--such synchronicity! While you were posting about square holes my friend who loaned me her hole cutter was bubbling on about the wonderfulness of her square hole cutter.


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Acts of kindness
To the editor:
On Christmas Eve morning I went to the Backerei to pick up the order I had placed a few days earlier. When the young woman brought me my order she said the bill was taken care of… I asked, 'By who?"
She lifted up the receipt and it read, "Your order was paid for as part of the acts of kindness in honor of the little angels and heroic teachers who left us too soon. Merry Christmas."
I was touched.
God bless you for your kindness. I will never forget this or the tragedy in Connecticut.
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The 2012 NBA draft is in the books, and it's time to look at who made the right moves and who left their fans wanting more.
David Stern felt the boos from the crowd from start to finish, but he played along and led the league in the first 30 picks before deputy Adam Silver took over.
Here's a look at each team's draft picks, their grades and an extensive report card with analysis of what the plan might be for some of these rookies next season.


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Meet the Digging Animals
Category: Kids
Location: Adrian Lamb Room
Animal Show on the Go presents an introduction to five digging animals. Children will meet a rabbit, an African bullfrog, a bearded dragon lizard, a Russian tortoise & a hog-nosed snake. In addition, children will have the opportunity to dig in dirt boxes and find earthworms!
For ages 3-10. In the Lamb Room
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Save $600 on a Used Car with this One Trick
By Hal M. Bundrick
NEW YORK (MainStreet) Used car prices are falling at their fastest rate in two years registering an average decrease of 3.5% in October alone -- and the National Auto Dealers Association expects prices to fall an additional 2% in the next couple of months.
But to get an even better deal, there is one piece of information that can save you a bundle: look for new vehicles offering rebates and then shop for the same model used.
The NADA Used Vehicle Price Report says a new vehicle cash incentive of $1,000 reduces the price of the same one-year-old used vehicle by nearly $600. Special lease and finance rates also lower the price of a one-year-old model, but to a much lesser degree.
When market conditions are equal, such as time of year, level of supply, etc. and manufacturer suggested retail prices remain constant, an incentive of $1,000 on a model with no previous discounts would result in the price of a one-year-old version of the same model to fall by $563, NADA reports. For a three-year-old version and a nine-year-old version of the same model, the price would drop by $381 and $133, respectively.
"This pass-through effect means cash incentives continue to exert a sizable negative influence on prices far removed from more recent model years," said Jonathan Banks, executive automotive analyst at the NADA Used Car Guide.
The auto industry has drastically reduced incentives from pre-recession levels, but that trend is reversing as competition stiffens. The average incentive on new vehicles is $2,574 per unit, up 3% from a year ago, though down 12% from 2004's peak and 2% below 2007's pre-recession average of $2,631.
"Looking ahead, NADA expects that slower new sales growth and fiercer competition will see incentives rise modestly in the coming years," said Banks. "But we don't foresee an imminent return to destructive levels of the past. Plus, the industry as a whole is building what is arguably the best product ever, which minimizes the need for a dramatic shift in incentive spending."
NADA expects manufacturers will likely continue to focus their discount strategies on finance and lease promotions rather than customer or dealer cash.
"While we expect to see incentive spending increase moderately in 2014, a prudent discount mix and a commensurate rise in MSRPs will keep new vehicle transaction prices from falling, and this, in turn, will mitigate downward pressure on used vehicle prices," Banks said.
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Most cases have found Leontopithecus chrysopygus to be monogamous when mating but there has been some polyandy observed in certain populations. In populations where there is more than one adult male per social group the female may mate with several males to confuse the males as to paternity of her young. This causes males to provide assistance in the care of offspring that may be their own.
Mating System: Monogamous; Polyandrous
Golden-rumped lion tamarins give birth most frequently to twins, though triplets and quadruplets have been reported. In other species of lion tamarin, gestation lasts from 125 to 132 days. Lion tamarins give birth during the rainy season, usually from September through March.
Key Reproductive Features: Gonochoric/gonochoristic/dioecious (sexes separate); Sexual
Breeding occurs from September through March, the wet season..
Both male and female golden-rumped lion tamarins aid in the rearing of offspring. The young are born well-furred and with their eyes open, but are entirely dependent on adults for their care. For the first 2 to 3 weeks newborns stay primarily with the mother. After three weeks the father will carry the young for much of the day, bringing them to their mother every 2 to 3 hours for feeding. The offspring are weaned after 2 to 3 months but usually don't leave the family group until they reach sexual maturity, at 16 to 24 months. (Nowak 1999)
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Seat Saver
If you spend much time at all on a bike, you know that one of the most important pieces of equipment you need is a cream that helps protect that particular area where "skin meets seat." Suffering from chafing and saddle sores is no fun at all but with Hammer Nutrition's Seat Saver, your skin has its ultimate ally to defend against such unpleasantries.
Product Detail & Benefits
Unlike the typical chamois creams, Seat Saver contains a wide range of scientifically supported, all-natural "skin specific" ingredients that provide lubrication, anti-chafing support, and anti-bacterial protection. Seat Saver is so easy to use, give it a try instead of your current chamois cream! Prior to riding, apply a light coat to the skin surface that comes into contact with the bicycle seat and to the chamois surface on the inside of the shorts. Re-apply as necessary, keeping in mind that a little goes a long way.
Also, though Seat Saver was designed primarily with cyclists in mind, that doesn't mean that it's just for those particular athletes. In fact, because Seat Saver is such a potent anti-chafing/anti-bacterial cream, runners, triathletes, and other endurance athletes find it to be ideal for helping to protect the skin from the discomforts of chafing and other caused-by-friction skin irritations.
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>Runner's World - My Event Ratings>
In short: Def Recommend this race, undulating pretty, the sting in the tail was challenging but love a challengeDate of review: January 23, 2013
In short: Fab Race, loved it! :-)In full: Best Half Marathon done so Far, off road runs so much better than road races, scenery glorious, the reason I love to run off road. Organisation fantastic, friendly, def recommend this race! tough terrain, first few miles downhill, then rest of run undulating & hilly challenging but if its not challenging then not worth doing!! Well done FOD :-)Date of review: April 2, 2012
In short: Suicide Six it was!!In full: Suicide six it was, very muddy, hilly, when got to the stream decide to jump rather than walk through, wish i hadnt, know elevated left foot, badly sprained hit left foot on some bricks. Then had to hop on right foot for the last 1.50 miles up hills and up 90 steps ish. Hence my time of 1hr.20, however still enjoyed it and would... definatley do it again. In a lot of pain though, pain killers starting to work now thank god. Would have never given up, its not an optian, although i would like to say a Big Thank You for all those people who encouraged me to keep going. See you next yr :-)Date of review: November 21, 2010
In short: fanstastic off road run would recommend itIn full: Stourbridge Stagger 10. Brilliant run course was challenging, lots of mud & oh thoses hills! lol. Worth doing just for the glorious scenery, such lovely views of countryside. Marshalls were brilliant, very friendly and encouraged you all the way. Thank youDate of review: February 7, 2010
In short: Extremely challenging oh those hills!In full: Even though i hate hills i loved this race, love running off road, extremely challenging but well worth taking part in. It was my first half marathon felt like giving up at 6 miles, but determined to finish. Great support from marshalls which i appreciated kept me going thanks. Date of review: July 10, 2007
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Elegant Updo
When it comes to updos why not switch it up and add some beautiful accessories to your already beautiful and classy bun. The combination of feathers which have been huge these past couple of years looks amazing when used in a formal hairstyle which we don't quite too often but when done properly really ads a cool sense of fashion to your elegant updo. What's amazing about this combination is that the feathers really bring out the subtle highlights through out the models dark hair.


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Redd Ranches
DescriptionThe Redd Ranches Cooperative Wildlife Management Unit (CWMU) are northeast of LaSal, Utah on the LaSal Mountains near the Colorado Utah state-line. The maximum elevations are in the north, 9900 feet. The highest point in the south is 10000 feet elevation. In the south Greyser Creek cuts the Unit, ranging from 7400 to 10000 feet. On the north part of the Unit an unnamed drainage cuts the Unit, ranging from 8900 to 9900 feet elevation. The most common elevation is 8100 feet but ranges from 7400 feet to 10000 feet with an elevation difference of 2600 feet. Fifty-one percent (51%) of the CWMU elevation ranges between 8300 feet and 9700 feet an elevation difference of 1400 feet.
There are four (4) major ecological systems on the Redd Ranches Cooperative Wildlife Management Unit (CWMU). The eastside is a mixture of Rocky Mountain Gambel Oak-Mixed Montane Shrubland (41) and Rocky Mountain Ponderosa Pine Woodland (34). On the westside the CWMU is mostly Rocky Mountain Aspen Forest and Woodland (22) and Inter-Mountain Basins Big Montane Sagebrush Steppe (62).
One of the Redd Ranches Cooperative Wildlife Mangement Unit (CWMU) nearest weather stations, LA SAL (424946), is 15.0 km southwest of the southwest edge of the CWMU. LA SAL has seventy-seven (77) years of records, 1901 - 1978. During the FALL (September, October and November) the average precipitation is 3.49 inches, but it can be as high as 8.90 inches or as low as 0.06 inch. During the 91-day FALL period, 12 days will experience greater than or equal to 0.01 inch of precipitation, 8 days of greater than or equal to 0.10 inch, or 2 days of the greater than or equal to 0.50 inch of precipitation. Snowfall during the FALL averages 6.8 inches but can be as high as 11.8 inches. FALL temperature at LA SAL averages 47.9 degrees F. but can be as high as 96.0 degrees F. or as low as -6.0 degrees F. During the FALL, 41 days will be below freezing (32 degrees F.) and no days above 90 degrees F. This map is provided for general reference only and does not constitute a legal hunt boundary. The Division does not guarantee access to any private or public land. Hunt unit boundaries may include private property or other excluded areas.
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About the Author: Arturo A. Valenzuela serves as Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs.
The 2010 Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver, British Columbia kicked into high gear this week. This is, in fact, the second time that our northern neighbor has hosted the Winter Olympics, bringing the world's athletes to the Western Hemisphere. The Olympic Spirit is a wonderful example of the power of sport to bring all citizens of the world together in pursuit of a common goal: Citius, Altius, Fortius; Swifter, Higher, Stronger. By simply qualifying for the games, the athletes serve as role models to all of us.
TeamUSA is in the thick of the competition in all events. We were delighted to have Vice President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden lead the U.S. delegation to the opening ceremony and meet our 216 athletes, both returning and first-time Olympians. It was wonderful to see athletes from so many countries in the hemisphere walking into the opening ceremonies and the warm welcome they received from the spectators present at BC Place. The different uniforms representing the unique culture of each country were a sight to see. I especially enjoyed the team from Bermuda wearing shorts as part of their official uniform--good thing this was the first ever Olympic Ceremonies held inside!
The State Department sent our own "team" to the Winter Games, starting with the U.S. Ambassador to Canada David Jacobson, followed by our Consul General in Vancouver Phil Chicola, and his hard-working group from the consulate there, Embassy Ottawa, and our other consulates throughout Canada. I want to thank all of our embassy and consulate staff working hard at the games. Those watching the opening ceremony might have heard some of the amazing statistics about our close relationship with our northern neighbor. Our diplomatic team is working both behind the scenes and holding official meetings during the Winter Games to strengthen U.S.-Canadian relations and enhance our many global partnerships with Canada. You can follow Ambassador Jacobson's experience at the games on Twitter @usembassyottawa.
Congratulations are due to the U.S. team on a great first week. As of this writing, the United States has eight total medals, including two gold; congrats to Hannah Kearney and Seth Wescott on their victories. Johnny Spillane's silver medal in the Nordic combined was historic; the United States' first medal in a Nordic event ever! I am looking forward in the days ahead to watching more historic performances, hard fought competitions, and amazing displays of sportsmanship. I am sure the U.S. team will continue to shine as the Alpine Skiing events, hockey, and figure skating competitions get into full swing. Good luck to all of the competitors; stay safe and compete hard. Go TeamUSA!
Patrick in Maryland writes:
Hello,There Assistant Secretary Arturo V. and Embassy People.
I'm watching, the Olympics Women's Hockey Games right now. Canada is playing Finland, and they are play a really good game so far.
It's nice to hear everyone is enjoying themselves at the Winter Games. I hope you Guys aren't to busy ,and have a great time at the Games.
Ps. Nice photo of USA's Team Members & Ambassador Jacobson..:)
Cya..Folks, "Go Teams.." :):)


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Mike Babuin Elected New Chairman of the Board
The Board of Directors of USA Table Tennis elected Mike Babuin as their new Chairman for the next two year term. Mike Babuin has an extensive background in Table Tennis and he succeeds out-going Chairman, Peter Scudner, who completed his four year term as Chairman of the Board. Peter will continue for another two years as an Independent member of the USATT Board and as Chairman of the Audit Committee.
Mike's first action was to thank the Board for their trust and confidence and he then turned to personally thanking Peter Scudner for his solid leadership over the past four years as Chairman of the Board.
In addition to the Chairman election, Dennis Taylor was re-appointed to the Office of Secretary of USA Table Tennis in addition to his duties as General Counsel. The following individuals were approved as Chairs of their respective Committee and Advisory Committees:
High Performance Committee - Carl Danner
Nominating and Governance Committee - Bob Fox
Ethics and Grievance Committee - Jim Coombe
Compensation Committee - Mike Babuin
Audit Committee - Peter Scudner
Athletes Advisory Council – Han Xiao
Officials and Rules Advisory Committee - Roman Tinyszin
Seniors Advisory Committee - Gregg Robertshaw
Tournaments Advisory Committee - Larry Rose
Editorial Advisory Committee - Jim McQueen
Clubs Advisory Committee - Attila Malek
Hardbat Advisory Committee - Alberto Prieto
Juniors Advisory Committee - Dennis Davis
Coaching Advisory Committee - Federico Basseti
Marketing and Fund Raising Advisory Committee - Jim Kahler
The Committee and Advisory Committee Chairs will be tasked with making recommendations to the Board as to the members of their respective Committees / Advisory Committees. They will be given a deadline of March 8 to provide their recommendations for Board approval.
Those members who have submitted their willingness to serve as a member of a respective Committee / Advisory Committee to CEO Mike Cavanaugh, will have their names and information passed along to the respective Chairs for their consideration. Committee and Advisory Committee Chairs will be working closely with AAC Chairman, Han Xiao, to make sure that there is 20% athlete representation on all Committees and Advisory Committees.
The Board desires to have all Committees and Advisory Committees with full membership approved by their next scheduled teleconference in the latter part of March, 2013.
Please join me in welcoming our new Chairman, Mike Babuin and our Board approved Committee and Advisory Committee Chairs!


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Michael Angelo's® Shrimp Scampi - 2/20 oz.
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About this itemMichael Angelo's® Shrimp Scampi with linguini pasta and diced tomatoes in a fresh heirloom garlic butter sauce is a delicious meal that's sure to satisfy.
Michael Angelo's® Succulent all natural white shrimp (peeled, de-veined with tail off) combined with a perfectly cooked, al dente linguini pasta made from 100% durum semolina. We then add our delicious lemon-butter garlic sauce made with whole butter, sautéed garlic and real lemon juice and top it off with diced tomatoes. Enjoy!
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Hot Husky hockey
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Dan Dunn, junior netminder from Oshawa, Ontario, won the Jan. 22 home win over the Gophers. Photo by Jeff Wood.
Garrett Roe's body language said it all.
When the final horn sounded at Mariucci Arena Jan. 23, the junior forward from Vienna, Va., leaped over the boards and skated to the net with his stick waggling on the ice in an exaggerated sweeping motion.
The Huskies' 4-1 win over the Minnesota Gophers Saturday night, coupled with the 4-3 win Jan. 22 at the National Hockey Center, was the team's fourth consecutive series sweep.
The men's hockey team is 11-1-1 since Nov. 28, 16-7-3 overall and rated one of the nation's best in the PairWise rankings.
- View the Saturday scoresheet (PDF).
- View the Friday scoresheet (PDF).
- Read the Saturday game story.
- Read the Friday game story.
Leading the way for the Huskies was forward Jared Festler. The sophomore from Little Falls recorded three goals and an assist on the weekend.
The winning goalie Saturday was Mike Lee, the Roseau freshman and gold-medal winner in the 2009 World Junior Championships.
Dan Dunn, a junior netminder from Oshawa, Ontario, earned Friday's win.
Frosh forward David Eddy, Woodbury, scored two goals.
The Huskies travel to Colorado Springs Jan. 29-30 to play Colorado College, which trails the second-place Huskies by one point in the Western Collegiate Hockey Association standings.
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Healthy landscapes and waterways in Broward County depend on how you use water in your NatureScape. NatureScapes are designed to depend on natural rainfall and supplemental irrigation only when needed. Research shows that property owners overwater as much as two to three times the amount needed by the plants and that up to fifty percent of household water is used for outdoor irrigation. You can conserve water and save money if you Get the Water Right.
Use Turfgrass Wisely and Water it Efficiently Turfgrass uses the most water in the landscape and should be used wisely - such as areas where children and pets play. Minimize turfgrass in your NatureScape and water it efficiently.
Keep it Green and HealthyWater turfgrass separately from other landscape areas.
Apply supplemental water when 30 to 50 percent of the turfgrass wilts, appears bluish-grey in color or does not spring back when stepped on.Do not mix rotors and spray heads in the same zone.Apply 3/4-inch to 1-inch of water to thoroughly wet the root zone. Remember to reprogram your system irrigation clock (or controller) if you are using one to make seasonal adjustments. Turn it off during the rainy season. Water between 4:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. when temperature and wind speeds are at their lowest. This reduces evaporation.
Other General Irrigation Tips
Rain Gauges and Rain Barrels
Rain gauges help track how much rain an area has received and when you need to apply additional water. A measuring cup can be used also. Rain barrels allow you to collect and store rainfall from roofs and are used for hand watering and supplemental irrigation needs.


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Jeanne C. Dupuis
LAKE LINDEN – Jeanne C. Dupuis, 87, of Lake Linden, passed away Jan. 2, 2013, at Portage Hospital in Hancock with her family by her side.
She was born in Tamarack Nov. 22, 1925, a daughter of William and Adeline (Savard) Gerbe. She graduated from Dollar Bay High School.
Jeanne had been employed at Montgomery Wards in Houghton. Then, she worked at home as a mother, raising her family. Later, she worked at the Torch Lake Federal Credit Union in Lake Linden until her retirement.
She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Lake Linden and the Altar Society.
She was married to Lawrence Dupuis on Sept. 2, 1950, at St. Cecilia Catholic Church in Hubbell. He passed away on June 10, 2000.
Jeanne was also preceded in death by her parents; three brothers; two sisters.
She is survived by six children: Christine (Kerry) Dupuis-Frey of Leslie, Mich., Greg (Gladys) Dupuis of Lake Linden, Jeff (Mary Kay) Dupuis of Aurora, Ill., Mike Dupuis of Aurora, Colo., Peter (Tina) Dupuis of Bootjack and Tim Dupuis of Lake Linden; 14 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; a brother-in-law, Jerome Dupuis; along with several nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 5 in St. Joseph Catholic Church in Lake Linden with Fr. Francis Dobrzenski to officiate. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday in the Pearce Funeral Home in Lake Linden with a parish prayer service at 7:30 p.m. Burial will be in the Mount Calvary Cemetery in Lake Linden.
Donations may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church in memory of Jeanne Dupuis.
Online condolences may be left at pearcefuneralhome.com.


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New at the library
In addition to the normally thought of books that are contained in our library, Peter White Public Library has approximately 300 titles of magazines, periodicals and newsletters which are printed on a weekly, monthly, quarterly or occasional basis. Most are in the Reading Room on the main floor with young adult titles in the Teen Area and children's titles in Youth Services on the lower level. The library pays for most subscriptions with about 40 titles donated by organizations or individuals on specific subjects, plus a few which are free. Some of the subjects included in the subscriptions are art, architecture, business, handicrafts, finance, health, travel, news, technology and pop culture.
Magazines in the Reading Room are alphabetical from the left of the entrance, with the current copy in a plastic binder on the outside shelf and back issues underneath. Older issues, some dating back more than 20 years, are shelved on the second floor.
Since this is the beginning of a new year and a new administration, some patrons may want to find out more than usual about what is happening with our politics, finances and business ventures. To aid these inquisitive minds, I'm going to highlight some of those periodicals.
Founded as The Atlantic Monthly in 1857 in Boston, MA, The Atlantic has evolved from a literary commentary that introduced new writers and poets to an editorial periodical that covers news and analysis on political science, international affairs and the economy. Published 10 times per year, its main writers include Jeffrey Goldberg, Robert D. Kaplan and Ta-Nehisi Coates. There is also an online at version at "http://www.theatlantic.com">www.theatlantic.com.
Economist is an authoritative weekly focusing on international politics, business news and opinion. If you want to know what the rest of the world is thinking, read the Economist. It is known for its insightful articles and analysis of politics, business, finance, science and culture. Edited out of London with local U.S. editions, every issue is filled with lively writing, thoughtful analysis and amusing captions. Most of all, Economist is not afraid to state an opinion.
Now known as Bloomberg Businessweek, the Business Week magazine began publishing in September 1929, just weeks before the crash. Its purpose was, and still is, to provide information and opinions on what is happening in the business world and to cover new and emerging trends. Bought and renamed in late 2009, it continues today as a premier weekly business magazine.
The New Yorker is an American magazine of reports, commentary, criticism, essays, fiction, satire, cartoons, and poetry. It is published by Conde Nast and is now published 47 times annually, with five of the issues covering two-week spans. Published on Mondays, this magazine can be found in print, online and can be put on your tablet.
The oldest continuously published weekly magazine in the United States, The Nation is self-described as "the flagship of the left." The magazine devotes its articles to politics and culture. Founded on July 6, 1865, "The Nation will not be the organ of any party, sect, or body" it tries to present true political, progressive, and liberal ideas to its readership even today.
Money, published by Time Inc., contains articles that cover the gamut of personal finance topics ranging from investing, saving, retirement and taxes to family finance issues such as paying for college, credit, career and home improvement. It is well-known for its annual list of "America's Best Places to Live."
The library also subscribes to Time, the world's largest circulation weekly news magazine with a readership of 25 million. It is regarded as one of the most popular magazines in history and is recognized by its signature red border on the cover. The issue released shortly after the 9/11 attacks is the only issue that featured a black border to symbolize the mourning that everyone was experiencing. However, this edition was a special "extra" edition published quickly for the breaking news. Time's most famous feature throughout its history has been the annual "Person of the Year" (formerly "Man of the Year") cover story. Archived copies date back to 1970.
Utne Reader, aka Utne, is an American bimonthly magazine that collects and reprints articles on politics, culture, and the environment. The periodical digests the best in independent ideas and alternative culture. Their motto of "We're not right, not left, but forward thinking" restates the tag on their cover that it is "alternative coverage." The magazine also has a website, www.utne.com , which produces ten blogs covering politics, environment, media, spirituality, science and technology, great writing, and the arts.
A recent loss in this category of magazines is Newsweek. Back in October, after 80 years of publication, its publishers announced they would cease print issues at the end of December. It will transition to an all-digital format, to be called Newsweek Global in 2013, available through our Zinio digital service. This week's online cover is a digital animation that can be found at @Newsweek. PWPL has back paper issues beginning with 1935.
Peter White's newest way to enjoy periodicals is Zinio digital service. Magazines are now offered through the Great Lakes Digital Library, the same service that brings the library's downloadable and ebooks to a patron's computer or mobile device. Currently there are approximately 100 titles available. To see what's available, go to www.pwpl.info, select "New Digital Magazines", create an account and begin enjoying the latest issues of your favorite magazines for free.
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Topic: Can simple rails be put all into one file?
One thing I hate about rails v.s. php was that I could jam everything into one file and stick it on a server and BAMph; it just works.
Can I do this with Rails ? Otherwise I am soooooo bored right now making rails projects for myself. To many files to baby


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Stocks Slide as U.S. Growth Slowdown Raises Concerns
NEW YORK (TheStreet) -- U.S. stocks were dipping into the red Friday as growth in U.S. activity disappointed.
The Bureau of Economic Analysis said that U.S. GDP increased 2.5% in the first quarter after rising 0.4% in the fourth quarter. Analysts, on average, were expecting 3% growth, according to a Thomson Reuters poll.
A drop in government spending took a substantial bite out of GDP in the period, offset by strength in household spending.
The final estimate on the University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index was also released this morning, and beat expectations and the prior estimate. It came in at 76.4 in April versus the initial estimate of 72.3; economists were expecting 73.2 in April.
The S&P 500 was down 0.26% to 1,581.10.
The biggest percentage decliner was PerkinElmer
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June crude oil futures were slipping 54 cents to $93.10 a barrel and June gold futures were up $9.30 to $1,471.30.
The benchmark 10-year Treasury was rising 9/32, diluting the yield to 1.678%. The dollar was down 0.22% to $82.56 according to the U.S. dollar index.
The DAX in Germany was down 0.16% and the FTSE 100 in the UK was falling 0.4%.
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Bullnose Round Outdoor Chair Cushion
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Pair our Bullnose Round Chair Cushions with your outdoor chairs and stools to add long-lasting comfort and style. These cushions are UV-protected and treated to resist fading, soil and stains. We offer a variety of Sunbrella®, Outdura® and polyester fabrics. Sunbrella® and Outdura® are 100% solution-dyed acrylics.
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Healthy Living
Summer Grilling
While we love nothing better than grilling up some of Amy's Veggie Burgers on the grill, here are some other items to add to the plate. And on a hot summer night, it is great to fire up the grill (it also has the added benefit of keeping the kitchen cool) to prepare a great meal. Did you know you could cook Amy's pizzas on the grill? How about some veggies or even fruit?
To cook one of your favorite Amy's pizzas on the grill, first it is a good idea to thaw it out on the counter.
Pizza on the Grill
What you need: Tin foil
Lightly coat a piece of tin foil with cooking spray and place it on the grill. The cooking spray keeps the pizza from sticking.
Over medium coals, grill the pizza crust for one to two minutes, then move the pizza to the cooler side of the grill and grill for an additional 3 minutes. If using a gas grill, cook pizza on the upper rack of the grill and cook for 6 minutes. Keep checking the pizza to prevent burning.


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It's hard to imagine how we're going to save animals and build conservation strategies when you can't even see the animals."Ocean. We get about 22 percent back in the Atlantic, 50 percent back in the Pacific, and when they come back, we download the information and find out where the animal's been.
LISTEN: Barbara Block describes the "White Shark Café."
We need a system where, if you're going to fish the public ocean space, we need to know what you're catching."it, that's not a lot of white sharks.
LISTEN: Barbara Block on the importance of holding fishing fleets accountable for what they catch.


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Key Measures of Brand Performance
September 1, 2005
This Snapshot reviews a comprehensive study of the most relevant indicators for measuring the brand's equity. Excerpted from the book "Driving Brand Equity and Accountability."
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