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Parents Sue Centerpointe Preschool for Hogtying Child
Original post made by Lawsuit, Another Pleasanton neighborhood, on Apr 4, 2013
punitive damages for false imprisonment
battery, negligence
negligent hiring and supervision
breach of contract
intentional infliction of emotional distress.
The link is at the following web address Web Link
In addition, they claim that the preschool director hired an unlicensed person to care for children because of his sexual attraction to the unlicensed teacher. Also, the lawsuit claims that the teacher is pursuing sexual harassment claims against the preschool director.
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a resident of Pleasanton Valley
on Apr 5, 2013 at 12:06 am
The link mentions that the preschool is in Pleasant Hill. I just wonder what other facts are incorrect. Centerpointe is in Pleasanton, Alameda County. Source does not seem reputable.
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Apr 5, 2013 at 12:55 am
I think it is a typo. They meant Pleasanton, not Pleasant Hill. Maybe they sued in Contra Costa County rather than Alameda County for a valid reason.
Gregory Walston is a real attorney. The web page says he was a former Deputy Attorney General.
a resident of Canyon Oaks
on Apr 5, 2013 at 7:27 am
Hmmm, I wonder about this.
Centerpointe is in Pleasanton, which is in Alameda county.
The link refers to Pleasant Hill and comes from Courthouse news of Contra Costa County.
My neice goes to Centerpoint. It was not masking tape, it was scotch tape, she was not 'hogtied', and it was not for an hour.
What this teacher did was wrong no doubt, but let's at least have correct facts.
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Apr 5, 2013 at 9:33 am
Jeanie, you can get the complaint directly from the Superior Court that the reporter from Courthouse News Service used to do her article and take a look at the entire set of court filings. Courthouse News Service is a national news service with a set of reporters that use the actual court filings for their stories. It is not confined to one county. Courthouse News Service is a nationwide news service for lawyers and the news media. The reporter's article also includes the following from the civil filing:
"On information and belief, Calcagno engaged in this draconian practice because Calcagno viewed naptime as her personal time, and punished and restrained any non-napping child to ensure this. Inexplicably, and on an unknown number of occasions, Calcagno photographed the despondent toddler as she lay there helpless."
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Apr 5, 2013 at 10:40 am
Occasions, plural. Enough said. Shut the entire place down. Let its adherents go grovel and get separated from their money at some other place of grovel.
a resident of Amador Estates
on Apr 5, 2013 at 10:41 am
If this is reputable than how did they get so much wrong? The county is wrong, the timeline is wrong, the fact of who hired Angela is wrong. Are the lawyers who filed this case complete idiots? I would love to see what was filed at the court, but this article is a joke.
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Apr 5, 2013 at 11:39 am
Huh, you can drive to the court to see what is filed.
The article states that Calcagno was unlicensed and the principal administrator represented to the parents that only licensed child care professionals would care for the children. It also states that unlicensed Calcagno was unlawfully allowed to care for a preschool group.
In the past, Centerpointe had a minor care for the school age group and were issued a State violation. The Tri-Valley-Times just yesterday in the crime courts section of the Contra Costa Times reported that there were two instances of recent improper supervision of children. The article is here Web Link and this says the State has confirmed another civil rights citation with a substitute pinching and squeezing a child.
I guess you all can all go and nitpick the Tri-Valley Times reporting as well. Perhaps they have misplaced a comma or two.
a resident of Amador Estates
on Apr 5, 2013 at 12:24 pm
Believe me, I know all about the recent violations and what the Times reported. The Times says absolutely nothing about this particular lawsuit. The article courthouse news report has many many basic facts completely wrong. Given that so much of it is wrong why should we believe any of it? It reads like something out of the Jerry Springer show, not at all like a legit news agency. I don't believe everything on the Internet to be true. This article seems bogus. Why hasn't anyone else reported it? I wish someone from a real newspaper would drive to the courthouse because I certainly am not going to do that. If someone reported it correctly maybe then I would believe it.
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Apr 5, 2013 at 2:32 pm
Huh and others--You should believe that a lawsuit was filed because the lawsuit is on the Contra Costa County website with an assigned case number that is, read slowly.... CIVMSC13-00584. It was filed 3/21/2013 and has been assigned to Dept. 31.
As far your question "Why hasn't anyone else reported it?," actual they have, and a quick search shows it is on the internet in at least 15 places. If you want to ask why the Pleasanton Weekly hasn't reported it, contact the Pleasanton Weekly. I think their email address is firstname.lastname@example.com . If you want to find out why the Contra Costa Times hasn't reported on it, I'm sure you can email them to. While you are at it, you can email the Patch, the San Francisco Chronicle, and whoever you want to.
Here is the Contra Costa County court filing information on the Contra Costa County Superior Court website.
Case CIVMSC13-00584 - JANE ROE VS. ANGELA CALCAGNO
09/09/2013 9:00 AM DEPT. 31 CASE MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE - Minutes
03/28/2013 COPIES Not Applicable
03/21/2013 COLOR OF FILE IS GREEN Not Applicable
03/21/2013 CASE ENTRY COMPLETE Not Applicable
03/21/2013 COMPLAINT FILED. SUMMONS IS NOT ISSUED Not Applicable N/A
I'm sure you can find the website yourself. This web link may work but you might need to obtain a Log On first.
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Happy trails.
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Apr 5, 2013 at 2:36 pm
And from
Web Link=
....it looks like Centerpointe Church and Preschool haven't even hired an attorney yet.
Case CIVMSC13-00584 - JANE ROE VS. ANGELA CALCAGNO
Complaint Number: 1
Complaint Type: COMPLAINT
Filing Date: 03/21/2013
Complaint Status: ACTIVE
Party Number Party Type Party Name Attorney Party Status
1 PLAINTIFF JANE ROE WALSTON, GREGORY S First Paper Fee Paid
2 PLAINTIFF JOHN ROE WALSTON, GREGORY S First Paper Fee Paid
3 PLAINTIFF MARY ROE WALSTON, GREGORY S First Paper Fee Paid
4 DEFENDANT ANGELA CALCAGNO Unrepresented Serve Required (WaitS)
5 DEFENDANT CENTERPOINTE CHURCH AND PRESCHOOL Unrepresented Serve Required (WaitS)
Pleasanton Weekly staff reporter
on Apr 5, 2013 at 4:17 pm
Glenn Wohltmann is a registered user.
Please see our story at
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a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Apr 6, 2013 at 1:15 am
Thanks Glenn.
Nice article.
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Apr 6, 2013 at 8:29 am
The real question is whether Centerpointe's type of belief system promotes the alleged criminal's actions and the kinds of knee-jerk denials that we've been witnessing over the past couple of weeks. What a gobble of ostriches!
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Apr 10, 2013 at 9:11 pm
This site has published the actual lawsuit filing.
Web Link
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First, check the sights. Be sure they are tight, if one is not it may move a bit changing point of aim. Next fire a few rounds from a rest off a bench to be sure it is sighted properly. Now with the rifle you have two hands, your shoulder, and cheek to reduce movement of the barrel. While the pistol is less stable being held in one or both of your hands. You also have to deal with a shorter sight length than with the rifle. This being said you have to overcome the less stable platform. Start with trigger control. Even pressure on the trigger till it fires. It's really tempting to pull it fast when the sights are lined up on the target, do it and you throw the shot every time. Also try to be sure you have the same grip on the pistol for each shot. More or less pressure from the thumb or if you hold tighter with you fingers will also change point of impact.
Sounds like a bunch of stuff you have to do to make a pistol hit what you want. But it is only a little different form the rifle. Do it a few time carefully and you'll see what it takes to make it work, like they always say practice makes perfect.
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Romney: GOP convention theme against Obama will be "nice guy, failed President"
posted at 10:41 am on August 27, 2012 by Ed Morrissey
Politico has an interesting and provocative interview with Mitt Romney this morning — although perhaps not provocative enough for some of the passionate base. After dumping the "nice guy but failed President" argument in the overwhelming volume of nasty attacks from Barack Obama and his campaign, including insinuations of being a felon, a murderer, and a modern-day slaver, Romney tells Politico that the theme will return at the Republican National Convention this week in Tampa:
Mitt Romney conceded President Barack Obama has succeeded in making him a less likable person, but he offered a defiant retort to those hoping he will open up this week: "I am who I am." …
"I know there are some people who do a very good job acting and pretend they're something they're not," Romney said. "You get what you see. I am who I am."
To press the point, he said the GOP would even try to turn Obama's still-high personal favorability rankings back on him at its convention this week, by making the simple case to voters: nice guy, failed president.
"I don't think everybody likes me," Romney said. "I don't believe that, by any means. But I do believe that people of this country are looking for someone who can get the country growing again with more jobs and more take-home pay, and I think they realize this president had four years to do that. … He got every piece of legislation he wanted passed, and it didn't work. I think they want someone who has a different record, and I do."
I suspect that this will attract a lot of criticism, but it's a smart strategy. Here's why. The people who paid attention over the summer already know about Barack Obama's nastiness and Romney's counter-attacks. The convention delegates already know about it, too. However, the people Romney most needs to reach now are those who have taken the summer off from politics, who haven't heard the back-and-forth, and who won't understand the context of nasty attacks from the Republican dais.
Because of that, the first impression these voters will get will be from the tone of the convention. Romney's almost certainly betting that the Democratic convention will keep using the Romney-is-a-scary-murder/felon/slaver, since Democrats can't talk about Obama's record on jobs and the economy. Taking the more gracious tone first forces Democrats to either lighten up or suffer by contrast, and possibly have voters tuning out well before Obama appears at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte to accept the nomination.
Romney also tells Politico that he plans to get to business immediately — and almost literally — as President:
Romney pledged to bring corporate order to the West Wing. He promised to issue a checklist for his first 100 days, similar to the printed scorecard he used in Massachusetts; treat his Cabinet like a board of directors; and try to restart the economy using the hands-on management style that made him hundreds of millions of dollars. …
He would take a hands-on, CEO approach to the job. "I likewise do not like having a solution presented to me for approval. Instead, I'd much rather dig into the issue myself and hear alternative viewpoints on the issue and be able to reach a decision." This sounds very similar to Obama's decision-making preference — and one that White House veterans say is virtually impossible to implement because of the dizzying number of decisions a president makes each day. …
He would take a hands-on, CEO approach to the job. "I likewise do not like having a solution presented to me for approval. Instead, I'd much rather dig into the issue myself and hear alternative viewpoints on the issue and be able to reach a decision." This sounds very similar to Obama's decision-making preference — and one that White House veterans say is virtually impossible to implement because of the dizzying number of decisions a president makes each day.
That would certainly be a big change from the Obama administration, whose lack of private-sector experienced finally prompted Obama to form a jobs council comprised of leading CEOs in the business world … and which he has ignored for more than six months.
Be sure to read it all.
Update: Some readers are objecting to the headline being in quotes, as Romney is not explicitly quoted as saying this phrase in the article. However, I am quoting the article, and Romney has said this on many occasions — although not lately.
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{N1} Double Room with Balcony
お部屋の大きさ13 m²
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|Carrer de Salamanca, 46005 Valencia, スペイン
The room has a lot of natural light, high ceilings and decorated with beautiful moldings and carving and has tile flooring. The charming building's date is from 1934 with a historical range.
We are located in one of the best zones of Valencia. You can reach the main attractions of the City, bars and restaurants just walking. Two blocks from our place you can find a Taxi station and Bus stop.
We have an equipped kitchen for guests with Microwave, Burner, Sink, Skillet, Dishes, etc. Open for 10am to 9pm each day.
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We offer some services for an extra fee: Breakfast. SURF / SUP / LONGBOARD Classes at any level. English and Spanish classes at any level. Laundry (except august).
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Respect other guests, feel and behave at home
Relax and enjoy your stay!
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We loved staying here. The accomodation is cosy and clean, Lili was very helpful and the neighbourhood is very pleasant. There are a lot of restaurants and boutiques in the street and surrounding streets, all very nice. And both the old (city centre) and the new (ciudad de las artes y las ciencias) highlights are a fifteen minutes walk!
Alles war perfekt, wir wohnten 3 Wochen in diesem Host, da wir einen Sprachkurs gebucht hatten. Die Unterkunft liegt super zentral zum Zentrum, alles konnte fußläufig erreicht werden. Unsere Vermieter waren sehr sehr nett und halfen bei jeder Art von Fragen und Tipps. Es war stets sehr sauber und die Küche ist sehr gut ausgestattet. Wir kommen auf jeden Fall wieder.
Excellent! I agree with the previous comments.
Very friendly and helpful. Lily and Dani gave me great tips. Insiders only!
Rooms, bathroom and kitchen were very clean.
Lili and Dani are two great people and super hosts!
We had a very good time and felt like home in our nice room!
The whole apartment is very clean, modern and welcoming.
Thank you Lili and Dani!!
See you next year!
The stay at Dani's & Lili's apartment was really great! The room was like it is on the pictures and everything was very clean and tidy. They both arranged to be there when we arrived at the apartment. They showed us around and gave us some tipps for Valencia. All in all a very nice stay! Only recommendable!
Amazing!!!everything was perfect!!!Lili and Daniel are so kind and helpfull. The room was clean and with all the confort, close to lot of good restaurant, public transport and everything you need to visit valencia! i'll suggest to everyone this accomodation
Having just arrived home from travelling through the South of Spain for a few weeks, we are all too happy to share here how wonderfully we started that journey with our stay with Lili and Dani. Not only a very patient couple (our arrival was hours late because of our delayed flight, and they waited for us and welcomed us with ease and cordiality) but also such joyous, helpful and warm people. For us, the most memorable thing of our stay in Valencia is having met with Lili & Dani. But we also felt very welcome in our little studio that was decorated and furnished with impeccable taste,designed to make you feel at home! If you love the pictures of the rooms - well, nothing is exaggerated, it is at least as nice as you see in the photo! Also really comfy is the location of their place: near the park, on walking distance to the old city, and in the middle of nice places to eat very Spanish tapas or to have a nice breakfast. We think we will be back one day...
Very friendly staff, room was prettily furitured, hence to the old character of the buildings in that area, the walls and doors were pretty thin, so expect some noises from neighbors:)
The bathroom was shared but very clean.
We would stay again anytime.
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A series of random phrases someone says in celebration. No one really knows what these words mean, they just sound awesome when yelled extremely loudly in a large group, especially when other members are yelling other pointless sayings like "cracko jacko", "pow pow", "zip zap" etc..
D: Man I just slapped Soulja Boy in the face! It felt so good!
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Gonna depend on which gun you're talking about.
A small frame pistol will balance better with a shorter barrel. A large frame pistol will balance better with a longer barrel. For example, a Keltec P3AT balances nicely with a 2 3/4" barrel, and a 1911 balances nicely with a 5" barrel. However, if you put a 5" barrel on the Keltec and the 2 3/4" barrel on the 1911, the balance is not so nice anymore.
Since you discounted carry, the main reason to go with a longer barrel in a handgun is velocity, and thus power.
The perceived accuracy improvement actually comes from the longer sight picture, not the barrel length.


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A viscous whitish secretion of the male reproductive organs, containing spermatozoa and consisting of secretions of the testes, seminal vesicles, prostate, and bulbourethral glands.
by Matt Huston May 26, 2003
A misspelling of the word "splooge".
"invisibility, i mean cmon, you could spooj on your teachers"
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How the post office made America
In contrast, the Post Office Act of 1792, with a broad civic mandate, vastly expanded the postal network while admitting newspapers into the mail at an extremely low rate. No less impressively, it guaranteed the sanctity of personal correspondence by protecting letters from the prying eyes of government. In a stroke, the founders provided the entire population with low-cost access to information on public affairs, while establishing a right to personal privacy.
The results were astounding. Alexis de Tocqueville marveled at the skill with which postal administrators circulated hefty bundles of newspapers from New York and Philadelphia to the wilds of Detroit, then a thinly populated outpost on the western frontier. To his eyes, the post office was the only entity with the organizational capability to circulate the information of public significance that was essential to sustain America's bold experiment with democracy. The German-born philosopher Francis Lieber called it an "element of civilization" — worthy of comparison with the printing press and the mariner's compass…
Relatively few city dwellers go to the post office to pick up their mail, but in countless hamlets and small towns, the local post office remains a vital community center. For millions of workers, including veterans and African-Americans, a job at the post office has been a ticket to the middle class and has provided a pension and medical care to retirees. The Postal Service is the country's second largest civilian employer, after Walmart.


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Town Square
thoughts on Gov Romney's comments on 47% of THOSE people
Original post made by a single thoughful question, Downtown North, on Sep 18, 2012
- "There are 47 percent of the people who will vote for the president no matter what. All right, there are 47 percent who are with him, who are dependent upon government, who believe that they are victims, who believe the government has a responsibility to care for them, who believe that they are entitled to health care, to food, to housing, to you - name - it. That that's an entitlement. And the government should give it to them. And they will vote for this president no matter what�These are people who pay no income tax."
- His "job is is not to worry about those people. I'll never convince them they should take personal responsibility and care for their lives."
Among Mitt Romney's 47% he claims he does not worry about?
- all US active duty troops in combat zones (do not pay federal income taxes)
- 2/3rd of those 47% DO PAY other federal taxes, as well as state and local taxes
- More than half are elderly
- Over one-third are nonelderly with income under $20,000
- Only about 1 in 20 is nonelderly with income over $20,000
In the 47% of people Mitt claims to not care about:
- in 2011, 7,000 millionaires paid no income tax Web Link
- half a million families making more than $100,000, also paid no income tax.
- of the 400 wealthiest American taxpayers in 2009, six paid no income tax
- in 2011, about 7,000 taxpayers with income over $1 million paid no income taxes.
My thoughtful comment follows...
- Given Gov Romney's recorded comments about those 47 percent who do not pay federal income tax
- given the prevalence of incredibly wealthy citizens among those who do not pay income tax
- given that Gov Romney is running for the office of tax policy writer-in-chief
- given that Mitt Romney's father released 12 years of tax returns in 1968, as has every President since
- given that Mitt Romney gave John McCain 23 years of tax returns in 2008
- given that Mitt Romney REQUIRED ten years of tax returns from his VP candidate, Paul Ryan
****** Shouldn't Gov Romney be transparent with the American people and release his tax returns for the last ten years? *******
Editor, I hope that meets your definition of a thoughtful post.
I would post links to every fact above, but there is a limits to the number of links that can be added to these posts.
Thank you.
Comments (37)
a resident of another community
on Sep 18, 2012 at 11:09 am
No fair. Using facts and things like video tape of someone's actual comments.
Had no clue about the breakdown of the 47%. Thank you for posting.
a resident of Downtown North
on Sep 18, 2012 at 11:12 am
Given that the Occupy Movement claims to represent 99% of American people, Mitt would have been more accurate by stating that 99% will vote for Obama (and to write them off). However, since about half of the Americans tell pollsters they will vote for Mitt, this must mean that Occupy does not represent 99%.
Mitt should stand his ground, and grab the moment, since he now has the attention of the 47% (at least). The way off federal govenment dependence, for many, many people is a JOB. Mitt can win this argument.
The tipping point between makers and takers is at hand. The takers can simply continue to vote in socialists, like in Europe. Greece as a model, anyone?
a resident of College Terrace
on Sep 18, 2012 at 11:16 am
The President has to represent all the people, not just rich people. A man with no sympathy for large sections of the population does not deserve to be President.
a resident of Adobe-Meadow
on Sep 18, 2012 at 11:17 am
Where are Mitt's tax returns? Why is he hiding them? Could he be in the 47% he's ranting about?
a resident of Midtown
on Sep 18, 2012 at 11:19 am
Garys definition of "takers" is highlighted by the original poster:
1. active duty service men and women are takers and moochers
2. those who worked hard and are part of Medicare and Social Security are takers and moochers
3. the millionaires who pay little or no taxes are takers and moochers
Gary thinks that of the 47%, half of whom are over 65, his way is for those elderly old moochers is to get a job!
How about Romney's success story? Staples employees don't pay federal income taxes because they don't make enough from Staples to pay income taxes!
So Gary must want us to boycott Mitt's success story, Staples, until they pay enough for the working poor to reach the minimum level of income tax!!!
Thanks, Gary, for clarifying!
a resident of Downtown North
on Sep 18, 2012 at 11:24 am
>Thanks, Gary, for clarifying!
Absoutely everyone should pay federal income tax, if they have income. It can be a lower rate, perhaps, but they MUST pay something. That way, they will be more cautious, when the socialists tell them it is all for free. Greece failed to do this.
a resident of Los Altos
on Sep 18, 2012 at 11:35 am
Americans have long supported a progressive tax system, including tax credits for the working poor to encourage participation. The working poor pay federal payroll taxes along with state and local taxes. Gary wants a flat tax so the Romney's of the world pay less and the working poor pay more. That is Gary's idea of "fair". So much for encouraging Americans to get a job, or as Gary calls it: a "way off federal govenment dependence".
Now Rmoney needs to clarify that he has paid taxes for the last ten years and at what rate. We know he paid 13% on 40 million in income last year, with tax shelters in the Cayman Islands and Swiss bank accounts.
What else are you hiding Mitt? Where you part of the 2009 IRS tax amnesty for secret Swiss bank accounts? Are you a maker, or a taker?
At 13%, I am going with Mitt the Taker.
a resident of Downtown North
on Sep 18, 2012 at 11:54 am
Once the takers understand that it is, actually, coming out of their own hides, they will wise up. The current system leads them, like lambs, to the slaughter. Greece.
a resident of Los Altos
on Sep 18, 2012 at 12:09 pm
Greece -- the fringe right wing talking point to distract from Mitt Romney and his attitudes about working Americans.
Here's the difference between Greece and America (obviously, one difference among many!)
Investors the world over are lined up to lend money to the United Sates at historically low interest rates, essentially giving the US their money to hold for safe keeping. Counting in the very low rate of inflation, these investors are essentially giving America money at a negative return for our safekeeping. There is almost no way that Greece and America belong in the same literate, thoughtful economic conversation. Unless you want the conversation to be about fear-mongering.
ie.. Gary's forte. It's all the GOP had to fight against Obama. And now, with Romney's true feelings about Americans and 'those' people coming out in his 1% fundraisers, the race is over and done anyway.
Rack 'em, stack 'em and pack 'em. This election is done. Obama was reelected after Clinton's speech, anyway. All Romney's continued efforts will do is insure the Senate remains blue and strengthens the chances that Nancy Pelosi will be Speaker.
Republicans: job well done! Picking Romney was truly snatching defeat from the jaws of victory! His pick will rank up there with choosing Sharon Angle to beat a hopelessly weak Harry Reid in 2010.
Muchos gracias!
a resident of Downtown North
on Sep 18, 2012 at 12:21 pm
"Egan-Jones contends that QE3 will not achieve what it is intended to do — raise the real GDP — but will instead reduce the value of the dollar."
Egan-Jones and most other credit rating agencies are downgrading the American economy. Greece IS the model, because the confidence in the American dollar is eroding. Socialism has failed, yet Obama continues down that path.
a resident of Los Altos
on Sep 18, 2012 at 12:40 pm
Again, does Gary open up an economic thread to argue his fallacy that Greece is the model for the strongest economy on earth? Nope, Gary wants to post here to deflect from Mitt Romney saying things like:
His "job is is not to worry about those people"
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I admire the poster above who succinctly asked:
******* given Gov Romney's recorded comments about those 47 percent who do not pay federal income tax; given the prevalence of incredibly wealthy citizens among those who do not pay income tax; given that Gov Romney is running for the office of tax policy writer-in-chief; given that Mitt Romney's father released 12 years of tax returns in 1968, as has every President since; given that Mitt Romney gave John McCain 23 years of tax returns in 2008; given that Mitt Romney REQUIRED ten years of tax returns from his VP candidate, Paul Ryan.....
****** Shouldn't Gov Romney be transparent with the American people and release his tax returns for the last ten years?
Great question! My answer? Mitt can't, because if Mitt released his taxes, Democrats would retake the House with room to spare. They already have a better than 50/50 chance of retaining the senate
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a resident of Woodside
on Sep 18, 2012 at 1:00 pm
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on Sep 18, 2012 at 1:21 pm
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a resident of Downtown North
on Sep 18, 2012 at 1:34 pm
>Again, does Gary open up an economic thread to argue his fallacy that Greece is the model for the strongest economy on earth? Nope, Gary wants to post here to deflect from Mitt Romney saying things like...
I certainly do not want Mitt to deflect away from his basic message that America is heading towards the same fate as socialist Europe. Greece is the anchor on Europe, but the anchor chain includes Italy and Spain and Portugal (and more to follow).
This election is fundamental, because it offers a difference in models: Redistribution/socialist (Obama) vs. free market aspirations and job creation (Mitt). Romney's remarks were spot on, in the context that he made them...they still are! He needs to own them, and not soften them.
Greece is not where we need to be heading. Neither is European socialism.
a resident of Greater Miranda
on Sep 18, 2012 at 1:57 pm
Gary's cries of Obama Socialism! Hark, here come the Commies! Everyone to the barricades! Fight the Reds! Grab the pitchforks! Better off dead than Red!
Dow Jones Nov 2008: 8,050
Dow Jones today: 13,564
Seems the free market does far better under Democrats than Republicans, and any free marketer know it!
Jobs under Democratic presidents = 42 million; Republicans = 24 million.
Democrats ARE the free market party of America.
Politfact rating - TRUE: "Since 1961, for 52 years now, the Republicans have held the White House 28 years, the Democrats 24," Clinton said. "In those 52 years, our private economy has produced 66 million private-sector jobs. So what's the jobs score? Republicans 24 million, Democrats 42 (million)."
a resident of Downtown North
on Sep 18, 2012 at 2:26 pm
I have never, since I grew a brain, understood the mocking of those who warned about the dangers of socialism (inclding reds, and the European drip-drip model). How many tens of millions need to be murdered, or pushed into poverty, to prove the failure of the socialist model?
Mitt spoke the truth, perhaps despite himself, and it should be fully exploited by him.
Going to Greece is no longer a long-dreamed-of vacation...it is a trip to hell, figuratively speaking. Obama will take us to Greece; Romney will pull us back.
Redistribution is not the answer. Greece.
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on Sep 18, 2012 at 2:43 pm
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a resident of another community
on Sep 18, 2012 at 4:03 pm
Randy from RC here
Map of the 47% non-payers that Gov. Romney referenced. Shows top ten states with least non-payers and bottom 10 with most non-payers.
Which are the bottom ten states with most freeloaders, moochers and other non-payers? All Southern Red States except Red Idaho.
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All are red states with anti-worker policies such as the absurdly named 'right to work'.
a resident of College Terrace
on Sep 18, 2012 at 4:43 pm
The Atlantic Magazine has a good analysis of who are the 47%. Most are either the retired or the working poor: Web Link
a resident of Southgate
on Sep 18, 2012 at 4:56 pm
@Gary wants the elderly to keep working and the working poor to make more money.
@Randy had the solution: allow collective bargaining and unoins in Staples, WalMart, Tyson Foods, etc..
So we pay a quarter more for a t-shirt from Wlamart, a dime more for a ream of paper from Staples, a nickel more for a chicken leg. Takes millions of working pooor out of poverty and is a boom for all Americans as the economy explodes.
a resident of Ventura
on Sep 18, 2012 at 6:10 pm
Gov. Susana Martinez said "New Mexico has many people who are living at the poverty level and their votes count just as much as anyone else."
Ms. Martinez is in the wrong party. Rush Limbaugh said just the opposite: Romney's 47 Percent Remark Is A "Golden Opportunity" And "Could Be A Slam Dunk" For Conservatism
He gets $400 million for peddling that filth. Wonder what tax rate he pays.
a resident of Downtown North
on Sep 18, 2012 at 6:14 pm
>Most are either the retired or the working poor
They still should be paying income tax, if they are getting an income. Absolutely nobody should get out of paying income tax, if they have an income. Everybody needs to know that there is no free lunch, otherwise we will all go down the road of Greece. Obama wants us to feel that redistribution is a solution. Socialism is never a solution, it is a prescription for disaster, especially for the relatively poor. Ask the Greek citizens.
a resident of East Palo Alto
on Sep 18, 2012 at 6:24 pm
Gary -if you feel that they should be paying, but they aren't, what are you doing to make that happen?
a resident of Adobe-Meadow
on Sep 18, 2012 at 6:36 pm
Romney's numbers are wildly misleading. Most of Romney's "47%" do pay Federal payroll taxes. Most of the people who pay neither payroll nor income taxes are the elderly who are living off of their savings or Social Security.
Is Romney talking about killing Social Security? If that is what he really meant, he should just come out and say it explicitly instead of using confusing right-wing code words.
Of course, some people who pay no taxes use hedge funds like Bain to hide all their income from the IRS.
a resident of Greendell/Walnut Grove
on Sep 18, 2012 at 6:45 pm
does Gary want to raise taxes on people making minimum wage?
or just remove tax credits for the working poor?
or remove the child tax credit from just the poor?
what about tax rates for the rich, Gary? Raise them, right?
a resident of Downtown North
on Sep 18, 2012 at 7:40 pm
>Gary -if you feel that they should be paying, but they aren't, what are you doing to make that happen?
Not much, really. How could I, other than making the argument that they should? Federal income tax rules are written by Congress, not me. The current rules have provided a makers vs takers paradigm...something that should never exist. Most takers should also be makers. Then they will pause, before they vote for even more taxes on themselves.
a resident of another community
on Sep 18, 2012 at 7:57 pm
The fix is to pro-rate the strength of your vote in Federal elections by the percentage of federal income tax you pay.
Mitt can have his vote at his 15 percent tax rate: 1X.15
I, in the shrinking yet paying middle class will have mine at 42 percent: 1X.42
Those who pay no federal income tax: 1X 0
This will go a long way to mitigate the parasites on both ends of the spectrum. The greedy rich who have paid/manipulated the tax structure to their benefit, and the welfare state, which is just another manifestation of greed.
When the payers make the rules, the game will finally become fair.
a resident of Midtown
on Sep 18, 2012 at 8:17 pm
Romneys comments on the video were made 6 months ago
Fundamentally his point is correct-we are drifting to a European economic and social disaster-a culture of handouts, grievance and bankruptcy.
China would be very happy with such a path of social suicide by the US as would the Islam fundamentalist.
We have little time to wake up-Romneys comments from 6 months ago are a wake up call
Why did president Carters unemployed grandson wait 6 months to make the tape public-why did he not give it to the NY Times?
Big fail from the left
a resident of Stanford
on Sep 18, 2012 at 8:30 pm
Many of those takers were makers - but now they're retired. They'll -make- haste to the polls and cast their vote, likely remembering his castigation against them. Where are Mitt's tax returns??????????
a resident of Adobe-Meadow
on Sep 18, 2012 at 8:31 pm
Sharon - is that the story that Fox News is going with? Carter said he didn't find out about the video until a month ago. Over a week, he reached out to the Republican who made the film (paid for a $50K fundraiser dinner with Romney) and got the person to release it to a magazine. The magazine then took 3 more weeks of research and vetting to make sure it wasn't a Republican booby trap (not unlikely).
The rest makes absolutely no sense when you realize that Mitt is whining about the elderly on Social Security and low paid workers like military service members.
a resident of Downtown North
on Sep 18, 2012 at 8:46 pm
>Many of those takers were makers - but now they're retired
Yes, they are. And they don't want to be ecessively taxed for the non-maker takers. They are also worried about their maker children. They will vote, by a large margin, for Mitt, as they should.
a resident of Greater Miranda
on Sep 18, 2012 at 10:39 pm
Gary: You have a lot of patience. Bottom line: We are extremely close to having more who don't pay fed taxes than those who do. Anyone not blinded by hate knows that Romney, nor any of us, begrudge those who worked their whole lives and are now not making the taxable income as retired folks. Ok. Everyone knows we are talking about those who pay nothing in fed taxes, and yet GET redistributed money to them from those who do.
Bottom line: almost 50 million/300 million of us on EBT/Food Stamps. Almost a 50% increase in the last 4 years. 1/6 of us living below the poverty line. Longest recession since the Depression.
Think, folks, think. We had an equally bad economy in 1980, by this point in Reagan's Admin we had 1 million new jobs per month. We had an economy in spiral down in 2002 post 9/11, but 2005 we had under 5% unemployment and the most tax revenue EVER in our history..Why?
Let the economy loose, guys..let us grow and put more of us into the "taxpayer" category, not the "tax taker" category.
Try to see the adult level big picture, ( ie the forest), not the tree here or there.
a resident of Green Acres
on Sep 19, 2012 at 12:05 am
@patience spews lies about the depth of recessions, will not substantiate his/her wild claims
@sharon has so many facts wrong it's ridiculous. Anyone can see the story was broken by Mother Jones, not the NYT. Next time, Sharon, try reading the original post at the top of the page!
@gary also has a funny story: of the 47% who DO NOT pay income tax, of which half are elderly, he says "And they (the retired) don't want to be ecessively taxed for the non-maker takers" Duh! They aren't paying income taxes, Gary! How can they be "ecessively taxed" can they be when half of the 47% are not paying income taxes?!?!?
That takes the cake! Gary defeats himself. Beautiful!
The classic is that all the above three don't realize that Mitt Romney pays next to nothing in income taxes! He is an honorary member of the 47%!!!
He has a couple hundred grand in speaking fees he pays income taxes on and pays no income tax on the FORTY MILLION DOLLARS in other income! Some capital gains tax, yes. Much of it is in hedge fund "carried interest" loophole tax rates. Much is hidden in Swiss bank accounts and the Cayman Islands.
Sharon, Gary, patience: that is why Mitt pays a lower tax rate than you!
Loopholes! Like income tax credits for the working poor. Like child tax credits, etc...
Loopholes for working poor? VERY BAD!
Loopholes for Mitt Romney? Very good!
a resident of Downtown North
on Sep 19, 2012 at 7:17 am
The vast majority of retired people have income from a combination of social security, pensions, investments. All people with any income should pay federal income taxes. This would be the best safeguard against government efforts to impose confiscatory taxes.
a resident of Greater Miranda
on Sep 19, 2012 at 7:28 am
Gary: I agree. If you have skin in the game, even $1/week, you are more likely to think twice before voting, and you recover some dignity of "contribution". Even those on welfare/aid to dependent children/food stamps should see something leaving called "Federal Tax" from their checks, to feel the dignity of contributing even $1/week to the country from their "checks'.
I am reading an amazing book by a Belgium explorer of the 40s and 50s in Africa.I almost fell out of my chair when I read the following interchange with what the author calls a "Pygmy". Pygmys were not taxed, were not held to the same standards of crime and punishment, and were not allowed IDs. The pygmy in the book tells the Belgian that he WANTS to be taxed and IDd. Why? ( and no, this isn't racist, this making a statement from a conversation in the 50s reported by the author)...BTW, Negroes are a different race from pygmies, and ruled the roost in this guy's area.
" If we steal potatoes or bananas from a Negro's plantation, nobody bothers to punish us. They don't put a chimpanzee in jail when HE takes a piece of fruit. People say we are monkeys becasue we have no (ID) books and no taxes. Maybe, if we had them, we could be men.".
I leave this quote for your thoughtful consideration about the different paths this nation can take...are we all "men" ( adults) or are we not "men" ( monkeys to be patted on the head, farmed, hunted, whatever). I choose adulthood.
From p. 257, "Congo Kitabu" by Jean-Pierre Hallet
a resident of College Terrace
on Sep 19, 2012 at 10:31 am
Romney's father was a 47 percenter? Shameful. Romney's mom gives up the family secret: Web Link
a resident of Midtown
on Oct 28, 2012 at 7:24 am
Perspective is a registered user.
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When we are spending $60,000 per family in poverty ( but each family doesn't see that much, the government being sure to keep much of it for its own employees before distributing our money around), there is something very wrong. There is something very wrong when the average family in poverty has more spent on it than the average family earns.
THIS is what has struck a nerve with all of us who are voting for Romney and Ryan. It will take over 20 years, but at least they have a plan to begin to turn this Titanic away from bankruptcy. Unlike having no plan, no budget, no economic sense, and no idea of what drives human nature.
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Kari Luu
on Tuesday, September 27, 2016
Until we develop the ability to travel back in time, we have to accept the fact that we can't stop the aging process. The good news is that a healthy lifestyle can be the proverbial fountain of youth and help you to slow down, and in some cases, reverse the effects of aging. Here are some general considerations for exercise, nutrition and lifestyle choices for each decade of the adult lifespan.
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A Yoga Routine to Energize Your Morning (No Coffee Needed)
Kari Luu
on Monday, September 26, 2016
Start your morning off right with this time-efficient and thoughtfully designed at-home yoga routine. With a combination of invigorating breathing techniques and dynamic variations of postures, this sequence is designed to enhance stability and mobility, heighten awareness and prepare you for whatever the day may throw at you.
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Why Hip Pain is So Common and How to Address It
Kari Luu
on Friday, August 26, 2016
There are a multitude of conditions that can cause hip pain, from trochanteric bursitis to osteoarthritis. The great news is that movement is the panacea for many of these conditions. Learn about the three most common causes of hip pain, as well as three effective fixes that will help get your clients back to their preferred activity levels.
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How Exercise Lowers Risks of Cancer
Kari Luu
on Wednesday, August 17, 2016
The second leading cause of death in the U.S.—cancer— is somewhat of a mystery. It's not always clear why one individual gets cancer while another does not. This makes many people feel like they have no control. Quite the opposite is true.
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Three Powerful Ways to Motivate Yourself
Kari Luu
on Thursday, August 11, 2016
Do you feel like you don't have the self-discipline or willpower to accomplish your goals? Those are just buzzwords, argues ACE pro Brett Klika, who offers three powerful ways to motivate yourself to start living extraordinary right now.
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12 Inspiring Health and Fitness Quotes to Get You Moving
Kari Luu
on Tuesday, August 2, 2016
We all need a little inspiration sometimes. Share these motivating musings on your social media to get your clients pumped up to get moving.
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5 Ways to Halt Clients' Bad Nutrition Habits
Kari Luu
on Wednesday, July 27, 2016
While nutrition is vital to weight loss and exercise performance, it is more effective to initially focus on helping your client make positive behavior changes before moving on to the "nuts and bolts" of nutrition. As a health and fitness professional, your role is to create an environment for effective and positive change. Here are five ways you can create that type of environment and help your clients establish positive nutrition habits.;
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Boost Your Endurance With Low-intensity Workouts
Kari Luu
on Friday, July 15, 2016
If you're an endurance athlete looking to improve your race performance, low-intensity workouts—exercises that keep you at a relatively low heart rate for a prolonged period of time—are the key to building your endurance. Learn about the 80/20 rule and why running more slowly can ultimately help you run faster.
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6 Breathing Exercises to Reduce Stress
Kari Luu
on Tuesday, July 12, 2016
To effectively combat stress, we must activate the body's parasympathetic nervous system, which is known as the relaxation response. The prime goal of this response is to trigger the "rest and digest" response and bring the body back to homeostasis following fight-or-flight. Learn how to reduce stress with these six simple breathing exercises.
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7 Ways to Stay Cool this Summer
Kari Luu
on Monday, July 11, 2016
Don't let the heat keep you from your favorite activities. Here are seven strategies for staying cool during summer workouts.
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Three Myths About Fitness Technology and Why It's Essential
on Saturday, July 9, 2016
When used properly, fitness technology offers the opportunity to make a real disruptive change to those we have the honor to serve—our clients and communities. Fitness technology expert Ted Vickey explains some of the biggest myths and misconceptions many health and fitness professionals have regarding using fitness technology with their clients.
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4 Steps to Help Your Clients Prevent a Diet Relapse
Kari Luu
on Wednesday, June 1, 2016
When it comes to losing weight, lapses and relapses are extremely common, and can be deeply troubling for clients. Our goal as health and fitness professionals is to help guide clients through the frustration of relapse and into a renewed commitment to their healthy eating and activity behaviors. Here are four steps to guide you through that process.
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Are Americans Becoming More Health Conscious?
Kari Luu
on Friday, May 27, 2016
More than ever, Americans are more concerned about genetically modified ingredients (GMOs) and organic-based foods, which is causing many industries to change how they do business. Here are some examples of how Americans have become more health conscious and are influencing the future health of their fellow citizens.
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Why Active Kids Are Smarter Kids
Kari Luu
on Tuesday, May 24, 2016
Physical activity plays an important role in brain growth and development, yet children aren't receiving nearly enough physical activity in schools. By providing children with opportunities to move more, we're playing a role in improving their physical fitness AND their cognitive performance.
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Epigenetics: Passing on obesity or other health paramaters through genes
on Wednesday, May 18, 2016
You have more control over your physical health and well-being than you may realize. Learn how exercise can positively impact obesity, even if the tendency toward overweight and obesity runs in your family.
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Empathy: The Key to Reaching Clients Affected by Overweight and Obesity
Lee Jordan
on Friday, February 5, 2016
Empathy, which is an evidenced-based skill, is incredibly valuable to health and fitness professionals in that it can help improve client adherence. Learn why mastering the skill of empathy is an essential key to reaching your clients affected by overweight and obesity.
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Study: Lack of Exercise Twice as Deadly as Obesity
on Thursday, January 15, 2015
New research suggests that being inactive may be even more hazardous to your health than previously believed—in fact, it may be twice as deadly as obesity. Learn about the new study and how much activity is needed to help counteract the negative effects of a sedentary lifestyle.
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Improve Your Skin Health with Exercise and Nutrition
The Nutrition Twins
on Friday, November 14, 2014
If you need yet another reason to get motivated to step up your nutrition and fitness, add amazing, glowing, healthy skin to the list. The Nutrition Twins explain the types of exercise and specific foods you should choose to improve the health and appearance of your skin.
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How Stress Affects Your Waistline
Michael Mantell
on Wednesday, April 9, 2014
You know stress is bad for you, but do you know exactly how bad? It's much worse than you think. Dr. Michael Mantell describes the high cost of stress-inducing thinking on both the brain and the body, and explains why halting these thoughts in their tracks is essential to both your health and your waistline
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Client Motivation Beyond New Year's Resolutions
Gina Crome
on Wednesday, January 15, 2014
Even at the start of a New Year, when motivation to lose weight is at its peak, helping your clients stick to their programs can be challenging. Here are some great tools and tactics you can use to help your clients reach their goals and create meaningful change that will last a lifetime.
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How to Mentally Prepare Your Clients for the Holidays
Michael Mantell
on Thursday, November 8, 2012
We're fast approaching that time of year when all resolve and willpower seem to go out the window. Learn how to motivate your clients to stay on track by helping them make SMARTER health and fitness goals that give them the greatest chances for success.
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Genetics and Health: The New Frontier
Mark Kelly
on Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Scientists have developed a test to determine how individuals are genetically programmed to respond to exercise, but knowing the answer could be a two-edged sword. Learn why this DNA test may be useful or harmful, depending on the expectations of the individual, and how fitness professionals can help clients use this information to their best advantage.
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Gain Optimal Advantage for Life with Breakthrough Goal Setting
Michael Mantell
on Monday, June 18, 2012
Only about 3% of people set goals for themselves and follow them through to the end. Don't underestimate the value of goal-setting – for yourself and your clients. Determine what your clients want to achieve, have them write it down and help them take steps to turn it into reality.
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Transform Your Career, Coach!
Michael Mantell
on Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Why would your clients settle for a Model-T when they could have a new Corvette? Don't use the old model of personal training; be a coach. Explore how going beyond biomechanics and exercise program design can help your clients achieve more, and build your business in the process.
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- The Boyfriend said I had a weird brain. I was explaining my daily thought process to him to justify my need to plan. On the average day, my thoughts go something like this:
That's how I organize my thoughts. I set little mini task lists throughout the day and reward myself with breaks when I'm finished. It's cray-cray, I know. But I like knowing what comes next, you know? I explain all this to The Boyfriend and he says:
- We had this for dessert the other night. Don't be jealous.
- Anthropologie replied to one of my tweets!
That's almost as awesome as the time Teresa Giudice replied to my tweets twice in one week.
- Did you catch that other "awesome" hidden in the tweet? We just found out The Boyfriend's sister is having a baby girl this summer. We're having our first little niece!!
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These pictures are from a colony I inspected last weekend.
There located in Ventura County, California. I found about a dozen swarm cells in it. -- Time to make splits?
I took one of the cells and installed it in another of my colonies
It looks like that queen bought the farm.
That's a temporary solution as I'm ordering queens for the splits and to replace the queens of unknown origin.
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Photographer: Annie Schlechter, Styling by: Matthew Gleason
Smooth Sailing
Just a quick jaunt from the beach and a harbor dotted with lobster boats in Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts, sits an elegant, shingled home on two private acres. With its rounded turret, blue-painted shutters, and simple boxwood-and-lavender garden, the house has all the charm of a cozy Colonial cottage in a small town.
But after 15 years, the owners, a family of six Connecticut, decided the house needed some updating. Installing a new kitchen and stairwell turned into a full-blown renovation and addition—including a new family room, master suite, and pool—by Essex, Massachusetts-based architect Robert MacNeille. Then the family turned to Rowayton, Connecticut-based interior designer Lynn Morgan to infuse their home with a style that would reflect the seaside setting.


text: 1. What exactly is the Exam Content Outline? Each of the four ACE Certification Exams is created around its respective Exam Content Outline. These outlines are essentially the blueprints that our Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) use to write each exam. The exam questions are then validated by a sample of currently practicing ACE-certified professionals. Since the Exam Content Outline is used to write the exams, they can be very during your studies. 2. Where is my Exam Content Outline located? The Exam Content Outline for each of the four ACE certifications is located in the respective manual in Appendix B near the end of book. You may also access these outlines via the ACE website for all four ACE certifications- Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, Health Coach and Advanced Health and Fitness Specialist. 3. How is the Exam Content Outline organized? DOMAINS: Each of these outlines is divided up into four Domains. Domains are the major categories a fitness professional should understand thoroughly. Domain 4, which encompasses the roles and responsibilities of a fitness professional, is consistent all four certifications. The other three Domains vary between each certification. For example, Personal Trainers need to know about 'Client Interview and Assessment' while Group Fitness Instructors need to know about 'Group Leadership and Class Management.' You will notice there is a breakdown of the total number of questions within each Domain. This information is helpful because it shows you which Domain to focus on while you study. For example, in the Personal Trainer Exam Content Outline, you will see Domain 1 has 40 items, Domain 2 has 41 items, Domain 3 has 34 items, and Domain 4 has only 10. Given this breakdown, you can see that exam content places greater emphasis on Domains 1 and 2 instead of Domains 3 and 4. This means weight Domains 1 and 2 a little heavier during your studies; HOWEVER, please be sure NOT to ignore Domains 3 and 4 since to be a successful personal trainer, you need to be competent in ALL FOUR Domains. TASK STATEMENTS: Each Domain has Task Statements, which describe the job-related functions for each Domain. The Task Statements include the functions you will need to be able to perform in order to become a certified and successful Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, Lifestyle and Weight Management Coach, or Advanced Health and Fitness Specialist. AREAS OF KNOWLEDGE/SKILL: In order to successfully understand and perform the job-related functions, we further direct your studies to the areas of knowledge and skill that you need to possess and understand. For example, you must have knowledge in the area of anatomy, kinesiology, etc. and you also must possess skills in client assessment, program design and progression, etc. when working with clients. 4. Why is the Exam Content Outline so lengthy?! Good question! You'll notice there are many areas of knowledge and skills that fall within more than one Task Statement. For example, anatomy is an area of knowledge that will appear in several task statements because it is a building block for many other skills. 5. When should I look at the Exam Content Outline? As often as possible! Paralleling the Exam Content Outline while studying gives you the best advantage when preparing for the ACE Certification Exam. If you are just beginning your studies, then the Exam Content Outline should be one of the first things you read through so that you have a better understanding of what will be on the ACE Exam and what you will need to know as a fitness professional. If you have already started your studies, but have not yet reviewed the Exam Content Outline, be sure to carve out some time to page through this important exam blueprint. This will help you determine whether or not you are spending your study time effectively. If your studies are aligned with the Exam Content Outline, then continue to use the Outline to keep you on track as you progress through your studies. And if your studies are not paralleling the Outline, make sure to line them up because it will help you succeed. Regardless of where you are in your journey, it is always good to reference the Exam Content Outline throughout your studies to ensure you are on the road to success. 6. What if I need further assistance understanding the Exam Content Outline? Please contact Educational Services for additional study assistance. They can be reached by email or by phone at 1-800-825-3636 ext. 782. HAPPY STUDYING!


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Gift Giving Advice From the Hot Guy Panel!
Hot for teacher, much? Aria met Ezra at a bar and told him she was in college, but got caught in her lie when she saw him at school the next day — as her new English teacher! Luckily, Ezra (or Mr. Fitz, as Aria calls him between the hours of 8 and 3) was able to get over her fib. Their love is just one more pretty little lie.
Here's a love that will literally last forever. This couple has had an intense bond since they first met when Bella moved to Forks, Washington. Edward was so attracted to Bella (well…Bella's smell) that he couldn't even attend school! Since that initial encounter in science class, Bella and Edward have risked everything to be with one another.
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Arlene E. Smith Yager, 93, passed away peacefully in Salt Point, NY. She was born in Somers. Arlene was a graduate of Mahopac High School, the New York State College for Teachers at Albany, and SUNY New Paltz.
Arlene has touched many lives as an educator and Christian. She began her teaching career at Big Elm School, a one-room school in Patterson, in 1943. She taught junior high English and Social Studies in the Putnam Valley School District from 1948 to 1971.
After retiring and moving to Tucson, AZ, Arlene taught English to college students at the University of Arizona as a Lau Bach Volunteer. In 1998, Arlene received the J.C. Penney Golden Award for outstanding volunteer service of 25 years. She continued teaching until 2002 when she moved back east with her daughters.
Arlene has been a vital member of the Methodist church throughout her life, serving as a Sunday school teacher and superintendent, and holding offices with the United Methodist Women, MYF leader, and chairman of many committees within the church.
Arlene loved her family, people, traveling, and teaching. She was predeceased by her husband, Benjamin M. Yager, in 1976; her brother Mervin Smith, and her parents, Howard and Minnie Shear Smith. Arlene is survived by her loving daughters, Phyllis and her husband Richard Chapman of North Syracuse, and Janet and her husband William Yager of Salt Point; five grandchildren, William and his wife Darlene Yager, Jr.; Sarah and her husband Jeffrey Cross; Amy Lisi; Richard and his wife Gail Chapman, Jr.; Susan and her husband Shawn Herbert and 8 great grandchildren, Ben, Ashley, Austin, Dominick, Lindsay, Anthony, Brian, and Nicole.
Visitation was held Tuesday, June 29, 2010 at Allen Funeral Home, 3270 Franklin Ave., Millbrook, NY 12545. Funeral Services were held Wednesday at the Verbank Methodist Church in Verbank, NY.
Burial will follow in Union Valley Cemetery, in Mahopac. Memorial donations may be made to Lake Mahopac Methodist Church and the Diabetes Association. If you would like to leave an online condolence please visit Hudson- ValleyFuneralHomes.com.


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Runic Games
Hob is the latest from Runic Games and it's coming to PC and PS4
Torchlight developer Runic Games has a new game in the works for PlayStation 4 and its looks quite lovely.
Runic Games headlines
Don't expect a third Torchlight anytime soon
Runic Games found great success with the first two Torchlight games, but have no current plans to make a third game in the series.
Torchlight developer will show a new game at PAX Prime
Torchlight developer Runic Games is ready to reveal its new project.
Torchlight heading to iOS and Android
Perfect World has announced an all-new entry in the Torchlight series, tailored to mobile devices.
Torchlight dev co-founders Baldree and Schaefer announce departure
Runic Games founders Travis Baldree and Erich Schaefer have announced their departure from the Torchlight developer.
Runic Games has "no plans" to bring Torchlight 2 to current or next-gen consoles
Runic Games has said it doesn't have any plans to bring Torchlight 2 to consoles, a representative for the company has told VG247.
Torchlight 2 Mac port still being pursued by Runic Games
Ruinc Games has said it still plans to release the Mac version of Torchlight 2, but it has run into some "unexpected complexities" with it.
Torchlight 2 has sold over 2 million copies
Torchlight 2 has sold over 2 million copies, Runic Games has announced.
GoG kicks off 2013 noDRM Summer Sale with Torchlight for free
Torchlight is free through GoG.com until June 20, and if you have yet to try Runic Games' single-player RPG, you'd be doing yourself a disservice for not grabbing it through the digital service.
Torchlight 2 update adds GUTS modding system
Good news for creative types today as Runic Games has released a new update for Torchlight 2 including the much-anticipated modding suite. GUTS boasts full Steam Workshop integration and even works in multiplayer. The latest version of the indie dungeon crawler is actually full of goodies, including new weapons, armour and pets; see the full […]
Torchlight 2 passed 1 million sales in 2012
Torchlight 2 made over 1 million sales between its launch in September and the end of 2012, developer Runic Games announced on Twitter. This figure may have been given a boost by the indie sequel's inclusion in Steam's autumn and winter sales, but the action RPG has been well-received by critics and fans, and opinion […]
Steam's Thanksgiving sale looms, Torchlight 2 to be included
Steam's Thanksgiving sale is coming soon, according to a post on the official Torchlight 2 website. While we know the sale is inevitable, it's just nice to have the confirmation. Like the sunrise, sunset, you know. At any rate, Runic has said Torchlight 2 will go on sale during the Steam sale, although it failed […]
Torchlight 2 designer wants to add building tools similar to Minecraft
Torchlight 2 x Minecraft? The possibilites would be staggering we're sure, but the game's designer Max Schaefer has revealed he would like to see creation tools added to the RPG, specifically to engineer custom structures.
Torchlight 2 patch contains particle update optimizations and many other things
Torchlight 2 has been patched. You know this if you've logged into Steam recently, but if you haven't logged in – know the game will start patching for you when you do. The list is rather extensive and contains many good things such as particle update optimizations, games filtering for your level, and wardrobe tweaks […]
Torchlight 2 developer keen to "break the mold" with ARPGs
Runic's Max Schaefer has said the company's next action RPG is likely to be a little bit different from its existing oeuvre.
Torchlight II development visualisation video
Runic Games have released a video that represent the almost three years of development that went into Torchlight II.
Torchlight 2 OS-X still "a couple months" away
Torchlight 2 will, like its precursor, arrive on Mac – but OS-X fans will have to be patient.
Torchlight 2 is out today, post launch content planned
Torchlight 2 is out today, in case you've been living under a rock, and you can pick it up on Steam, and to keep you interested in the RPG, Runic has post launch plans in place for more content.
Torchlight 2 soundtrack available in full, for free
Torchlight 2's entire soundtrack, "mixed and mastered specifically for your listening enjoyment, in professional CD-quality" is available entirely free for your downloading pleasure. The anticipated action RPG sequel drops on September 20 for just $20, which Runic says is as "viable and profitable" as the usual triple-A pricetag. Check out its launch trailer, and pick […]
Torchlight 2 console release not "currently" planned, says Runic
Torchlight 2 for consoles isn't part of the plan at this time, according to Runic CEO Max Schaefer.
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Runic Games latest
Hob is the latest from Runic Games and it's coming to PC and PS4
Torchlight dev co-founders Baldree and Schaefer announce departure
Runic Games has "no plans" to bring Torchlight 2 to current or next-gen consoles
GoG kicks off 2013 noDRM Summer Sale with Torchlight for free
Steam's Thanksgiving sale looms, Torchlight 2 to be included
Torchlight 2 designer wants to add building tools similar to Minecraft
Torchlight 2 patch contains particle update optimizations and many other things
Torchlight 2 console release not "currently" planned, says Runic
Diablo 3's a "significant product," but Torchlight 2 will offer more, says Schaefer
Torchlight 2 price is "as viable and as profitable" as selling a $60 box
Torchlight II has 4X the assets and playtime of Torchlight 1
Torchlight dev wants alleged asset-copycat off the App Store


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The human story of how corporate-driven genetic modification of seeds is devastating communities in India.
"By taking us deep into the heart of a tiny village in India , BITTER SEEDS gives us rare insights into biotechnology and the future of farming. Micha X. Peled spotlights the efforts of one brave young woman who dares to write about India's epidemic of farmer suicides, and with exquisite cinematography weaves a cautionary tale that reveals the frightening global impact of genetically modified crops."
This is part of Peled's trilogy on globalization, which included Store Wars: When Walmart Comes to Town and China Blue.


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Women and Gender Studies
The Women and Gender Studies program at Saint Xavier University offers a multidisciplinary perspective on the diverse experiences and contributions of women, as well as on issues related to gender.
Courses focus upon cultural identities, social roles, collective history and literary and artistic traditions.
This program, by integrating the study of women and gender into the curriculum, will introduce students to new fields of research and scholarship.
Students may earn a minor in Women and Gender Studies by completing 18 credit-hours (6 courses) of women and gender studies courses. A major in this program is not currently offered.


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By Chris Harris
A fit and firing Andrey Arshavin can take Arsenal to a new level this season, according to Arsène Wenger.
The Russian returns to a happy hunting ground on Sunday when the Gunners kick off their Premier League campaign at Liverpool.
Arshavin scored four times on his first visit to Anfield in April 2009 and grabbed the winner there last season. It's fair to say the home fans will fear the worse when he gets on the ball this weekend.
Wenger admits that Arshavin suffered a body-blow when his Russia side narrowly missed out on the World Cup in South Africa after losing a play-off, but he is expecting great things from the 29-year-old this term.
"It was a massive blow for him to go out of the World Cup with Russia," said the manager.
"He also had an end of season which was disturbed by many injuries.
"But what I expect from him [this season] is that if he remains completely fit he can give the team everything.
"With his creative side he can be decisive, create chances and score goals. That is what you want from him."


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Thread: ____ Gregory
May 15th, 2013 04:59 PM #1Senior Member
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____ Gregory
We've settled on using the middle name Gregory if this one's a boy and we just need to find a first name.
What do you think of:
Sebastian Gregory
Theodore Gregory
Nathanial Gregory
Felix Gregory
Isaac Gregory
Ezra Gregory
William Gregory
Or any other suggestions you think might work. Surname is J___son, and we don't want a surname-type name because our surname is used as a first name anyway.My two bundles of love, Dominic Joseph and Tabitha Faye
May 15th, 2013 05:24 PM #3
I love Sebastian but not with a surname ending in "son" (I would rule out William for its similar sound). The hard "k" sound in Isaac doesn't go well with Johnson. I love the name Theodore and Theo Johnson would sound great but I don't like the double "or" in the combo Theodore Gregory.
Top Three
Felix Gregory (best flow and has the same "saintly" vibe of your older son Dominic Joseph).
Ezra Gregory (a little bit of a tongue twister but Ezra Johnson sounds pretty awesome)
Nathaniel Gregory (a little long but nice names. I would go with Nate as a nn rather than Nathan)
Ambrose Gregory
Edmund Gregory
Silas Gregory
Leo Gregory
Hugh Gregory
Linus GregoryAll the best,
May 15th, 2013 05:26 PM #5Senior Member
Mom to Alexander Patrick (11), Madelyn Esther (8), Genevieve Susan (3), and Theodore James (stillborn at 37 weeks on February 3, 2014). Expecting #5 (a girl) in May 2015 -- Penelope Bridget.
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Boys: Everett, Sebastian, Augustus, Samuel, Julian, Nicholas, Desmond, Jasper, Ezekiel, Malcolm
Girls: Bridget, Felicity, Elizabeth, Penelope, Leona, Ophelia, Elodie, Callista, Miriam, Delilah
May 15th, 2013 05:51 PM #7Ashley | namenerd | Christian | storyteller
the little ladies:
Arianne Sparrow Jane "Ari" ▪ Evangeline Dagny Hope ▪ Isla Winifred Jane ▪ Violet Aveline Kate
Eva Clemency ▪ Emmeline Poppy "Emmy" ▪ Amélie Poet ▪ Eleni Sonata ▪ Olivia Coralie
the little gentlemen:
Hugo Emerson Jack ▪ Judah Théophile Grey ▪ Casper Nathaniel Eden ▪ Sebastian Harbor James
Andreas Benjamin ▪ Daniel Torin ▪ Avery Sebastian ▪ Jack Borealis ▪ Rowan Joshua
I'm writing a story--join me! here
May 15th, 2013 10:27 PM #9
Sebastian Gregory
Theodore Gregory
Nathanial Gregory
Felix Gregory
Isaac Gregory
Ezra Gregory
William Gregory
I don't like having 2 3-syllable names in a row. It's quite long... Sebastian is nice, but I don't like Sebastian J?son. I love Theodore, if you switched up the mn. Nathaniel is much too common. Felix sounds like a cat (I have known many cats with this name). William is much too common, as is its diminutive form, Liam.
I'd say either Isaac Gregory or Ezra Gregory. Isaac Gregory flows better, but is less distinctive than Ezra Gregory...Currently exiled from the US
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