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Genre: Fantasy
Number of pages: 325 pages
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Birdie is an orphan who excels at luring monsters into traps with her singing voice. She is apprenticed to the one and only bogler (goblin hunter) in the world. When kids go missing, it's up to her to figure out why.
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The characters in this book are extremely believable. They seem like they could be real people, and they have real-life emotions and problems that ordinary people have, along with the fantasy problems that are part of the plot.
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This book is for anyone who likes the Harry Potter books, The Hobbit, and other fantasy stories. Anyone who is looking for monsters galore will take great pleasure in this book. Also, anyone who loves to curl up with a good mystery will adore this story.


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By Richard Clarke
Arsène Wenger retains a "little hope" that Cesc Fabregas will return for the crucial clash with Chelsea on Sunday.
The Spaniard injured his hamstring at Sunderland ten days ago and therefore misses Tuesday's trip to Partizan Belgrade. However the Arsenal captain has started running and, while the squad is in Serbia, will be continuing his rehabilitation work.
"Cesc for Partizan is impossible," said Wenger before his squad flew out on Monday. "But he has started to run so we have to monitor his progress in the week and there is a little hope there he will be available [for Sunday]."Copyright 2017 The Arsenal Football Club plc. Permission to use quotations from this article is granted subject to appropriate credit being given to www.arsenal.com as the source


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In late October of 2012, as Hurricane Sandy was bearing down on the eastern seaboard, some important members of the Federal Emergency Management Agency were toying with an idea that was a little bit unusual, at least for members of a government agency in the midst of a huge disaster. They were wondering if designers could help.
That's how the design consultancy Frog was tapped to become part of FEMA's Field Innovation Team, a group that brought an unlikely mix of minds into the Sandy recovery process, including experts in fields ranging from art and science to mathematics, technology, and design. According to Desi Matel-Anderson, who served as FEMA's Chief Innovation Adviser during the period, convening this sort of team and putting them to work during a crisis was not the usual way of doing business. "I don't know of any time in history where a federal agency like FEMA has tasked a team to innovate in a disaster and to solve in real time like this on the scale that we did," she told me after her stint at FEMA had wrapped up late last year. "This fundamentally shifted the ideological underpinnings of an entire field."
By the time FEMA reached out to Frog, a number of employees from the company's New York office were already on the ground, volunteering their time at Disaster Recovery Centers, or DRCs, throughout the area. Through that exposure and official visits to other recovery centers in subsequent weeks, Frog's designers got a first-hand look at how disaster recovery worked–and, sometimes, how it didn't.
Over the several months that followed, Frog and the other members of the Field Innovation Team looked at those Disaster Recovery Centers through the lens of design, drawing up a series of proposals for improving the experience. In January of last year, the team travelled to the White House to present its vision to FEMA representatives and the Secretary of Homeland Security. It was well received. The agency has already put a number of the easiest fixes, like color coded signage, in place, and it's continuing to refine its operation in light of Frog's findings.
Government agencies are like large ships in that changing course can be a slow, gradual process. But according to Rich Serino, FEMA's Deputy Administrator, the agency is indeed looking at things differently in light of the Innovation Team's work. "They saw things that perhaps we hadn't seen before," he told me. "They've literally changed the way we do business."
It's an ongoing process, but it all started with FEMA going against conventional wisdom. Instead of trying to drum up some new thinking through workshops or simulations, it brought a fresh set of eyes to a disaster as it was happening. That bold decision gave designers a chance to see how FEMA works in the real world, in real time.
"It was somewhat transformational to have the Innovation Team looking at things during a crisis," Serino said of the collaboration when I talked with him last fall. "People say you cannot innovate during a crisis. I take exception to that."
Empathy for the survivor
Frog ultimately proposed a number of solutions related to DRCs in their meeting at the White House that January. In terms of actual implementation, some have proven more feasible than others. More important than any single fix, however, was Frog's exhortation that FEMA look at recovery centers from the perspective of the survivor.
In the wake of a disaster, survivors are often faced with was a daunting mix of chaos and bureaucracy. The recovery centers themselves can be hectic and disorganized, and simply finding a person who can answer a question can be frustratingly difficult. Once pointed in the right direction, survivors are faced with a gauntlet of paperwork to start the process of actually getting relief from FEMA or other organizations.
In visiting the DRCs, Frog's designers saw firsthand just how overwhelming this experience could be. "People were in these desperate situations," Cobie Everdell, a Frog Creative Director who helped with the project, recalled. "Their basement had been flooded. All their stuff had been destroyed. And they didn't know what to do. They had no idea what to do."
That confusion can be seen in something as simple as the way survivors were often handled at the DRCs themselves. Serino painted hte all too common picture: After initially being passed from one station to another–asked to fill out a form here and pick up some paper work there–survivors were often made to wait in line in a row of chairs. When the first person in line was called up for processing, everyone else would shift over a seat, scooting one spot closer to the front. That might seem like a small inconvenience, but for a battered disaster survivor who just went through the ordeal of a lifetime, it can be crushing. When Frog brought this idea of "flow" within the DRC to FEMA's attention, Serino couldn't help but ask the obvious question: "Why are we making them move around so many times?"
What it boils down to for FEMA is keeping sight of the simple fact that empathy for the survivor should be paramount in everything it does. In Serino's words, it means a shift from asking "how do we make it easier for us" to "how do we make it easy for them?" "In government," he added, "that's a big difference!"
Better signage for survivors
One of the difficulties in addressing these problems in the field is that no two DRCs are alike. In their visits during Sandy, Frog's designers found that some were efficient, spacious, and stocked with resources–there was one so well-appointed that members of the Innovation Team referred to it as the "Taj Mahal." Others were ad-hoc outposts set up in trailers in parking lots.
Something that could improve the experience across this range of DRCs, Frog suggested, was better signage. Dino Sanchez, an associate Creative Director at Frog, called these sorts of proposals the "ABC's and 123's" of making things better for survivors. His suggestion? "Color code everything. Make all the housing and urban development stuff green. Make the signs green, make the pamphlets green. That way all the parts of that experience are identified."
As his colleague Cobie Everdell pointed out, though, color coded signage isn't just about order and efficiency. It's also about the impression of order and efficiency, which in the aftermath of a disaster can be just as important.
"The signage is not necessarily about making it look pretty," he explained. "The difference is that it changes the mental state of a survivor coming to the center. A DRC that looks very clean and organized will impart a sense of comfort and peace of mind to a survivor that's coming in. It sends the message, 'Hey, we've done this before. We've got it all planned out for you. Just move through the system and we'll take care of you.' Whereas makeshift versions, where there isn't consistent signage, only enhances anxiety you have coming out of a disaster situation."
FEMA tested a more standardized signage solution last year during a field experimentation session with the Naval Coast Graduate School and found it to be a significant improvement. It's subsequently been deployed at a number of disaster sites, including last year's explosions in west Texas and tornadoes in Moore, Oklahoma.
Empowering the community
One of the bigger themes in Frog's workshops following Sandy was thinking about ways for FEMA to empower the community relief efforts that spring up organically after disasters strike. Institutionally, FEMA can't give aid until an event has officially been declared a federal disaster, and often it takes several days before their operation is fully up and running.
Local citizens, however, waste little time trying to help their own. As Sanchez, the Frog designer, explained, "One thing that we noticed during our research during Sandy is that communities help themselves."
One of Frog's proposals was to formalize this process with "Franchise DRCs." The idea is that FEMA could create partnerships with national chains, like Starbucks, Ikea, Home Depot or Verizon, whose outposts would get kits with setup instructions, signage and supplies. These locations would act as semi-official, community-run DRCs, which FEMA could build upon once they had people on the ground.
Outfitting every Starbucks with a DRC kit might not be realistic. But the idea of equipping communities with relief resources before disasters hit is something FEMA's very much interested in. "Most people think of us as the response," Serino noted. "But there are many cycles: preparedness, response, and recovery." Ultimately, the better prepared communities are, the smoother the process is for everyone.
In reality, Serino says, businesses might not need an actual kit. Perhaps they just need links, or an iPad app, that could help give some structure to those early, organic response efforts. Serino envisions it more as a template than a set of strict guidelines, something that can be used or ignored in a case-by-case basis. "What we want to do is push as much of that preparedness down to the local level as possible," he said.
FEMA's currently looking at ways to do that. It's a significant undertaking, expanding the agency's focus from formally doling out aid to helping foster the types of spontaneous response and relief efforts that inevitably crop up after disasters. When I asked Serino what sort of alternative to the top-down approach to disaster relief he envisions, his answer surprised me. "I actually think it should be bottom up," he said.
All of these represent ways in which Frog and the other members of the Field Innovation team helped FEMA look at its work "through a different lens," as Serino puts it. The willingness to do so is noble. Design thinking is scarcely more important than in a context like disaster relief, where the difference isn't just between an annoying product and a joyful one but rather helping people through one of the most trying experiences of their lives.
The other side of that coin, though, is that there's always room for an agency like FEMA to do better, and these sorts of collaborations are one way to get there. "I've been doing this for 40 years," Serino explained. "But if we keep looking at it with the same people through the same lens, we're going to get the same results."Go Back to Top. Skip To: Start of Article.


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Safe Sleep & Tummy Time
I keep getting so many questions about "tummy time" Ever since the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended that all infants sleep only on their backs (to reduce the chance of SIDS), parents forget or are afraid to put their baby's on their tummies. Tummy time is important to help reduce the incidence of head flattening as well as to give your baby time to develop different muscle groups.
Tummy time is encouraged from the first days after a baby's birth, but so many parents ask, "just how much time?" Tummy time does not mean "timed" in the sense that you do it for a certain amount of time or minutes a day. Tummy time, is not rigid.....it is flexible. Off and on throughout the day when your baby is awake, you let them experience tummy time.
Just like so many activities with a newborn, sometimes tummy time is for only a minute or two before the baby starts to fuss or cry. Other times an infant may enjoy their tummies for 10- 20 minutes before they are ready for a change.
At other times you put the baby on their tummy, they settle down and then decide to fall asleep. Keep in mind, you MUST turn them over, even if you are watching them. Remember, NO TUMMY sleeping until your child rolls over on their own.
So, many parents come in during the first days to weeks after their baby's birth with not only feeding charts, but "pee and poop" charts and graphs of tummy time down to the minutes. It is really not necessary to graph the amount of tummy time your baby gets, just make sure you remember to do it.
As your baby gets older, they typically enjoy their tummies for longer periods of time and are soon lifting their heads, supporting themselves with their shoulders and around 4 months will likely begin to roll from tummy to back. After that milestone it is not long before they start sitting alone and tummy time is old hat by then. Your baby should also have a beautiful rounded head from getting tummy time from the start.
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Senator John McCain who has wrapped up the nomination for president in the Republican party made another trip to Iraq which he termed as being designed to obtain further facts. He assured reporters his visit to Baghdad had nothing to do with politics but was strictly intended to obtain first hand information about the famous surge which he supported last year. McCain has raised concerns militants fear his victory in the November elections and may try to influence the outcome by accelerating their use of violence in order to discredit the success of the Bush surge program. "Yes, I worry about it. And I know they(militants) pay attention because of the intercepts we have of their communications."
Senator McCain's election in November would be warmly welcomed by every terrorist in Iraq and the Middle East because it ensures continuation of Bush policies that for five years have failed to achieve any policy objectives related to creation of a stable and effective government in Iraq. McCain indicated he would go to Israel but there was no indication he would meet with Palestinian leaders or members of groups like Hamas. If Senator McCain understood anything about the Middle East he would grasp the importance of speaking with ALL interested parties, not just those who represent a particular point of view.
One can only wonder if the main reason for the trip was obtaining some nice photos of McCain talking with Israel leaders that just might be of use in a political campaign.


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People are living longer, healthier lives, but this brings with it a number of challenges. A public debate is required, alongside co-ordinated action from Government, employers and the financial services industry.
Recent UK public policies for the management of longevity have rightly focused on balancing the fiscal sustainability and the income adequacy of public and private pensions provision.
However, there is increasing evidence that the nature of retirement is changing, as a consequence of a variety of social, economic and occupational factors.
This report contributes to the public debate of how to take advantage of the opportunities offered by our ageing society and the emerging 'wellderly' generation, by looking in detail at the implications of these challenges and practical solutions for Government, employers and financial services providers.


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Steps from the Water in Newport Beach
Newport Beach Inn • Newport Beach, CA
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- A One-Night Stay for Two, Sundays through Thursdays ($99)
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The Destination
Consistently rated one of the cleanest beaches in the country, and home to one of the largest recreational boat harbors on the West Coast, Newport Beach—located in the heart of Orange County—is the feather in Southern California's cap. Not only does this affluent beach town host the largest film festival this side of Hollywood, which begins at the end of April, it's also a popular destination for spring breakers and early-summer vacationers due to its ideal climes.
The Digs
Just 100 steps from the beach—and within minutes of dozens of shopping, dining, and recreational opportunities—the Newport Beach Inn boasts stellar views of the palm-lined coast. Located right on Pacific Coast Highway, this AAA Three Diamond hotel features newly remodeled rooms (some with partial ocean views), plush bedding and Tempur-Pedic mattresses, complimentary Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. The facilities include a year-round heated pool and a fitness center. Feel free to borrow beach towels, chairs, and umbrellas when you step across the street to enjoy some of the finest beaches Orange County has to offer.
The Diversions
• Wake up to the sea breeze, take a stroll along the water, or hop on your beach cruiser for a ride up the bluffs to Huntington Beach, known as Surf City USA
• Rent a boat from Newport/Balboa Boat Rentals, which offers eight-person duffy boats, parasailing equipment, stand-up paddleboards, and more (ask the Newport Beach Inn for a referral discount upon check-in)
• Go shopping at Fashion Island, an open-air mall that's home to a host of international and local retailers alike, plus various dining options
• Blue Water Grill was hailed as the best seafood in Southern California by the Orange County Register and serves a variety of sustainably sourced fish, like wild king salmon, Idaho trout, and Fijian tuna
"This is the perfect Newport Beach location: walking distance to the beach and an easy bike ride to Huntington Beach or Newport Beach Pier. The hotel was nice, clean, and well kept."-- TripAdvisor
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¡Ni un palo más!
The struggle for Forests, Water and Justice in Olancho
In the department of Olancho, there are zones where a few years have passed without rainfall. The quantity and pace of logging has been so extreme as to have affected the groundwater and rainwater supplies in a relatively short time period. This has obviously had a profound effect on the survival and well-being of communities throughout the department, as well as in other areas of the country where the phenomenon is occuring.
Many Olanchanos relate the problems in their department to problems they perceive at the national level, namely the high level of corruption among the government and economic elite and the lack of rule of law. Father Osmin Flores, a priest in Catacamas, president of the Pastoral Social for the Environment and active member of the Environmentalist Movement of Olancho (MAO, for its Spanish acronym), explains that "the problem is more complex: it is a question of land ownership; a matter of the non-application of the forestry laws; a matter of the politician who is involved in the logging industry or the logger who is also a politician."
The Revolving Door
As is the case with other Honduran government institutions, the Honduran Corporation of Forestry Development, COHDEFOR, has a number of contradictory responsibilities: granting logging concessions; developing forest management plans; enforcing environmental regulations; conservation and protected areas. While there are many honest people working for COHDEFOR, there also exists a revolving door between those involved in the logging industry and the various levels of the institution. When asked his opinion about the fact that several directors of COHDEFOR have themselves been powerful businesspeople in the logging industry, Attorney for the Environment and Natural Resources Elmer Lizzardo Carranza remarked that it was tantamount to entrusting the carrot patch to a rabbit.
The relationship between politics and the logging industry is also noticeable at every level in Olancho. Many municipal mayors are involved with loggers, who offer money and security in exchange for the rights to logging concessions. Even candidates at the presidential level are complicit; an estimated 40% of campaign funds for the National and Liberal parties -- the two main parties in the country -- come from logging profits.
Although there exists a system of bribes in return for approved logging authorizations, much of the profit made in the business relies on bypassing the whole authorization procedure, an especially lucrative venture in various protected areas filled with precious wood. Authorities often turn a blind eye to this kind of activity, since those involved are often part of the politician-logging industry circle.
These same authorities often lay the blame for the destruction of forests on internal migrants who come to Olancho from other parts of the country looking for a patch of land to cultivate to survive and support their families. Father Andrés Tamayo, an environmentalist movement leader based in Salamá, relates this movement to the pattern of logging in the country, which began in the west before sweeping across to Olancho, and to the consolidation of land ownership into fewer and fewer hands: "People who have been displaced from other parts have come here. Now that they have destroyed this too, they have nowhere to go, so they're going to be migrants all their lives. And the campesino is blamed for going about destroying, but this is just propaganda, political discourse."
¡Ni un palo más! -- Community Resistance
In the case of San Pedro de Catacamas, it is because of the experience of drought. All the dry wells. As a result of deforestation, the water table has dropped. This causes communities to take certain measures, disregarding COHDEFOR, disregarding any institution that has vested interests in the wood. - Community member from San Pedro de Catacamas, Catacamas, Olancho
Many communities, witnessing the inaction and complicity of government authorities, have taken matters into their own hands. The movement to defend the environment is in large part a self-defense movement; the majority of the population is rural, relying on the land to survive. The experience of some zones, where crops are failing and the quality of life has plummeted due to the scarcity of water caused by irrational logging, has now been accompanied by local resistance.
In the case of San Pedro de Catacamas and several other communities in the area, inhabitants organized actions during three entire months, blocking the passage of logging trucks entering or leaving the community. They obtained their immediate goal -- putting a complete halt to logging in the sector -- as had many communities in western Honduras over the past two decades. Not a single tree more!, they say.
March for Life
People from all over Olancho, both from rural communities and the urban centers, have been organizing to put a stop to the wave of destruction threatening their livelihoods and surroundings. A number of community-based organizations in Olancho, accompanied by social movements and organizations from around the country, organized a week long March for Life in June 2003, from the departmental capital of Juticalpa to the nation's capital, Tegucigalpa. The group, some 20,000 people by the time it arrived in Tegus, was met with silence from the highest levels of government, who refused to meet with a commission of representatives.
The March for Life was the most visible and possibly the largest demonstration by the social/environmental movement of Olancho; however, there have been a series of highway and road blocks, hunger strikes, and other local actions to highlight the problems and demand that the government make a serious commitment to working together for a solution. These actions have been accompanied by concrete and feasible proposals on forestry policies, elaborated by the different organizations and other supporters, including sectors of the Catholic Church, the National Agricultural University and the Committee of Relatives of the Detained-Disappeared of Honduras, COFADEH. They continue, despite the indifference of the government.
Chronicle of a Death Foretold
In Olancho there is a custom, and that custom is as follows: They tell you by phone, as they have told me, "we're going to kill you." Just like in that book . . . Chronicle of a Death Foretold. Here they let you know so you can prepare the coffin, prepare the candles and prepare the food. Because then they're going to kill you. - Oscar Váldez, Municipal Human Rights Commissioner in Catacamas, Environmentalist Movement of Olancho member
On July 17, 2003, a press conference was held in the office of COFADEH to denounce a list of names that was being circulated, reportedly with the names of 12 environmental activists from Olancho who were to be assassinated by people involved in the logging industry. The next day -- July 18, 2003 -- Carlos Arturo Reyes, an outspoken community and environmental activist whose name was included in the death list, was shot down outside of his home in the municipality of El Rosario.
This political assassination was not the first in Olancho; two other activists, Carlos Luna and Carlos Flores, have also been killed. Numerous others have been the victims of death threats and attempts on their lives. Many connect this persecution with the militarization of the region, which authorities state is to combat ilegal logging and drug trafficking. Father Tamayo's opinion differs: "When the government talks of militarization, it means protecting logging, that's all. It simply officializes the logging activities."
Other methods of repression are also being used to stifle and discredit the movement and its leaders. For imaginary crimes supposedly committed during the peaceful March for Life, Father Tamayo and some 20 other community leaders and activists have been charged with a whole salad of accusations: extortion, blackmail, destruction of primary material, forestry demeanors, threats and sedition. Other cases involve similar invented charges against community leaders and Catholic Church workers from the municipalities of Guayape and Guata, all related to their work raising awareness and mobilizing their communities in self-defense against the logging industry.
We know that there are grave risks involved, and that even the application of justice in this country is an apparatus of political and economic power that attempts to undermine this type of struggle, the movement for the environment. - Ramón Peralta, environmental activist
* * * * * For more information, to get involved, or to support grassroots organizations working to defend their communities and the environment in Olancho and elsewhere, contact Rights Action [1].
This report was written by Sandra Cuffe, who works with Rights Action in Honduras. Quotes are taken from interviews conducted during an international delegation to Olancho in July, 2003.
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I have a network heavy background and have always been into security stuff on the side. I've got a few networking certs, as well as a CEH(which recently expired) and I took/passed the ELearnSecurity pentest course/exam.
I was going to go recertify in CEH, but figured it really hasn't done me much good and I may be better off getting something new. I thought maybe CISSP or GPEN, but both options look pretty expensive. I'm confused on some of the info about GPEN and also don't have any training sessions close to me.
The Cisco Security certs looked interesting to me too, but I don't know much about them.
Right now my job doesn't require much security training, other than an occasional security audit and mild penetration testing, but I would like my next job to be more security related.
What would be a good option for my next cert that will help me learn new things, look good on a resume, and also not empty my bank account?


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Donna (Dwire) Harrington
Donna (Dwire) Harrington, 85, of Cannon Falls, formerly of Backus, passed away at Twin Rivers Senior Campus surrounded by her family March 29, 2013.
Donna was born Nov. 14, 1927, to Ella and Frankford Hasbrouck in Cass Lake, Minn. She lived most of her life in Backus were she raised her family. She moved to Effie after marrying Patrick Harrington in 1989. Donna loved life, was a very active lady who loved to travel, dance, raise her chocolate Labs and enjoyed spending time with her family.
Donna is survived by her children, Kirby (Cheryl) Dwire, Dale Dwire and Vickie (Lawrence) McCarty, all of Backus, Bobbi Haverinen of Deer Creek, Dawn (Dean) Haverinen of Sheldon, N.D., Pansi (Kevin) Millage of Cannon Falls, Twyla (Burtis) Moore of Shawneetown, Ill., and Toni Jo Dwire of Fort Dodge, Iowa; stepsons, Ike, Dan, Patrick (Kelly) and Kim Harrington; 28 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren; brothers, Frank (Annette) Hasbrouck and Clarence (Julie) Hasbrouck; sisters, Trina Burges and Margie Stenroes; several stepgrandchildren and stepgreat-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Donna was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Jack Dwire, Robert Dwire and Patrick Harrington; sister, Gladys Sullivan; sons, Mark and Kerwin Dwire; son-in-law, Marvin Haverinen; and grandchildren, Jacob Haverinen, Bambi Haverinen and Donnavan Dwire.
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It may be time to kick your way to one of the hottest workouts around. Kickboxing, also referred to as boxing aerobics and cardio kickboxing, is a hybrid of boxing, martial arts and aerobics that offers an intense cross-training and total-body workout.
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While some estimates of kickboxing's calorie-burning potential have reached as high as 500 to 800 calories per hour, ACE-sponsored research suggests that only very large individuals working out at exceptionally high intensities are likely to burn that many calories.
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Of course, you should ask your instructor about his or her training. Cardio kickboxing is a combination of martial arts and aerobics, and employs different techniques than a "pure" martial arts class.
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Roundhouse kick—Starting from a basic stance (side of body facing bag, knees slightly bent, feet shoulder-length apart), lift your right knee and point it just to the right of your target. Pivot on your left foot as you extend your right leg. Kick the target with the top of your foot.
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1. A true sports dynasty has to be over many years. (at least 10)

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Located in Geneva City Centre, Hotel Cornavin is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Saint-Pierre Cathedral and Reformation Wall Monument. This 78-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, concierge services, and a computer station. Located in central Geneva, the hotel is also near Bourg-de-Four Square and Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art.
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UTSA debaters Matt Reichle (left) and Philip DiPiazza
UTSA debate team earns honors at Baylor
By Skip Eno
Special Program Coordinator, Department of Communication
(Jan. 26, 2007)--During the awards ceremony at the Baylor University debate tournament, the UTSA cross-examination debate team received recognition from the Baylor University debate director.
UTSA senior Matt Reichle received the Debater of the Year Award. In an unusual addendum to the traditional award, Matt Gerber, Baylor University director of debate, revealed that his team wanted the entire UTSA squad recognized for their work ethic, friendliness, the quality of their debate, and their regional and national successes. The recognition was a pleasant surprise.
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Reichle and his debate partner, UTSA senior Philip DiPiazza, placed second in the tournament, losing on a narrow 2-1 decision to a team from North Texas University.
Reichle and DiPiazza defeated Concordia University in octafinals, Wayne State in quarterfinals, and UT Dallas in semifinals. This was their first final round appearance this season. Both Reichle and DiPiazza received recognition for placing among the top 10 individual debaters in the tournament.
Two UTSA freshmen, Katie Barton and Ramsey Palmer, also debated in the tournament. The first-year debaters normally compete in the junior varsity division, however, at Baylor they fought through six losses to gain one welcome win in their first appearance in the advanced debate division.
UTSA teams defeated teams from UT Austin, UT Dallas, North Texas, Ft. Hays State (Kan.), Concordia and Wayne State.
The Roadrunners next travels take the parliamentary team to Pt. Loma Nazarene outside of San Diego on Feb. 2. The cross-examination team will leave Feb. 9 for Northwestern University in Chicago.


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But I'm attempting to read up on small cell, in an effort to weigh it's worth in the treatment free arena, and I keep reading about natural cell interchangeably with small cell management.
Can someone explain the difference? I'm aware that natural cell allows bees to build their own cell sizes, based on what they think is best. I'm aware that this can vary in size from 4.9 to 5.4 (or occasionally even higher). But what are the advantages of natural cell size over small cell size? Do they still accomplish the same goal? What are some of the advantages of using natural cell size over small cell?


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Overhyped? Absolutely. But that's what you get when all 4 teams are from the top 10 largest Metropolitan Statistical Areas... Top 7 actually. No other division comes close.
Overrated? I would say no since most don't consider the East to be the best. But I would agree that the NFCW is strongest division as of now.
But as many have already stated, there is not another division nearly as balanced. Has the best mix of competitive balance of Talent, Coaching, and Elements. The teams themselves are some of the most balanced in the NFL and when healthy and 'on', the 4 teams can compete with anyone because of it.


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My wife is having an affair with a government executive. His role is to manage a project whose progress is seen worldwide as a demonstration of American leadership. (This might seem hyperbolic, but it is not an exaggeration.) I have met with him on several occasions, and he has been gracious. (I doubt if he is aware of my knowledge.) I have watched the affair intensify over the last year, and I have also benefited from his generosity. He is engaged in work that I am passionate about and is absolutely the right person for the job. I strongly feel that exposing the affair will create a major distraction that would adversely impact the success of an important effort. My issue: Should I acknowledge this affair and finally force closure? Should I suffer in silence for the next year or two for a project I feel must succeed? Should I be "true to my heart" and walk away from the entire miserable situation and put the episode behind me? NAME WITHHELD
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Part of me wonders why you're even posing this question, particularly in a column that is printed in The New York Times.
Then another part of me wondered about the ethics of abetting whatever scheme this is part of by selecting your letter to print.
But when the Publisher says "Here's a letter the White House wants printed to send a message to somebody", well if you want to keep yor job, you print it, right?
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text: R.E.D. stands for Revived Elgin Deluxe. OK, so my original build went awry as I just couldn't locate the parts I needed, but fear not with the plethora of swap meets coming i should have no problem locating what I need. With that said, i wanted to enter something and while it is not a true to the definition "Rat Rod Bike" it is what deem to be a "Traditional Rod Bike" Given it's heritage, 1929 from my limited research - and I learned a lot more about Elgin's than I thought I would - this ride serves as a great basis for my project. I burned the midnight oil getting this done. I traveled 430 miles round trip on Wednesday up to Freeport, ME to pick it up and then I started the furious work bright and early Thursday morning. It was stripped to the frame and the frame was painstakingly wet sanded with 800 grit wet sand using PB Blaster as a lubricant. This was done to restore the paint as best as I could while removing the many years of grime and age. When completed it had a beautiful satin sheen while still maintaining it's birthday suit. With the frame done, I turned to getting the rolling stock together. Not terribly difficult since these wheels in creme powdercoat and ND wartime Blackout hubs were laced and waiting for assignment. I get them mounted only to find out the hubs don't spin! Back out they come. Whoever rebuilt the rear installed them incorrectly and they greased the plates instead of oiling them. Note to ND rebuilders - grease bearings, oil plates. Once that was corrected, back on they go. Axle nuts tightened and what? still won't turn! Back out it comes. Turns out the axle bearing cone was worn thru the hardened layer. Good thing i had an extra sitting on the floor! Back together and we are in business! Crank and bearing were replaced not too long before this bike sat so they were tight and in great shape. Clean and regrease and good to go! Front fork taken apart and cleaned and regreased. Front wheel mounted with a companion 26 x 2.125 tire and now what happens? NO clearance for a balloon tire! Well, off to the tire barn! I find this AWESOME 26 x 1.75 Firestone Speed Cushion tire! OOOoOOoO nice sidewall and YES, we have Clearance Clarence@! Mounted and now what to do about the fenders? My original plan was no fenders, but the OE wheels were 28ers, not it was rolling on 26ers. Looks kinda funny. So I am outside at 1 AM wet sanding the fenders annd then straightening them out. Lots of little dings and slightly bent braces to iron out. Wheels back off, fenders on and away we go! End Day1 Today I woke up and went out to the parts washer (old tupperware container with mineral spirits) where my chain was sitting during my short sleep period. Out it came and was wire brushed back to new! Almost there. I bought a chainguard very similar to the one on my other Elgin and took about 2 hours stripping the paint, sanding it, polishing the metal, go to put it on and whats this? The crank won't clear it! I go look at my other Elgin and lo and behold it has a dog leg crank and this one does not. Another clue as to it's vintage! With that time wasted i turned my attention to the handle bars where the stem was slightly bent, that fixed easily in the frame of another bike. These original stems are very short and i needed alot of leverage to make it happen. Once on i needed a light and this Seiss was on the shelf along with a very cool over the stem mounting bracket i had. Bolted right up and there we have it! A set of NOS red glass jeweled grips and i will take it out on it's maiden voyage tomorrow. While i am sure i spent a lot less time on this than many of you did as evidenced buy all the outstanding builds, i enjoyed the pressure of getting it done in just 48 short hours. Enjoy! Joe


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Despite living and working an Atlantic Ocean away from England's
capital, Thierry Henry is planning to demolish his $9.5M London mansion
in order to build... a slightly different mansion. A significant
difference will be a 40-foot fish tank, which will be visible on every
floor of the property. The Daily Mail reports:

Stretching 40ft from the bottom of his house to the very
top, it will take 5,500 gallons of water to fill, house 300 fish and
cost a staggering £250,000 [$400,000] to build. His proposals detail the
extravagant four-storey aquarium.

As well as the vast cost of construction, the 15ft long by 3ft wide
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Honest Leadership and Serious Solutions Needed to Lift Debt Burden & Grow Economy
House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan of Wisconsin Don Wade & Roma – WLS890AM in Chicago
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The House passed a budget to cut about $6 trillion in spending – a budget that actually pays off the debt. We haven't even seen an actual plan from the President to fix this problem. The Senate hasn't passed a budget in over 800 days. All we are seeing are Senate Democrats and the President basically outbidding each other on tax increases.
The President is holding all these press conferences, but I would argue that leading on reporters is not leadership. We haven't seen a plan from either the President or the Senate to seriously deal with our debt.
Debt Overhang Stifles Job Creation Today
In the good old days, we used to say that this debt was a threat to future generations – to our children and grandchildren. Well now the debt is threatening our economy today. The debt has cast huge shadow over today's economy – slowing growth & stifling job creation.
Our economy is being held back by Washington's failed policies: all of this government activism; all of these promises of new tax increases on job creators and on capital; all of these new regulations making it difficult to plan for the future as a business; this massive borrowing binge that we've engaged in, driven by all of this new government spending.
You've got to remember, every big deficit that you run simply means that you're going to have more tax increases tomorrow, higher interest rates tomorrow. So, when you run these big deficits like we are, that is just showing economic actors – business leaders, small businesses, entrepreneurs, credit markets – that higher taxes and higher interest rates are coming. And so you've got to get your deficits down if you want to take this hangover off of our economy.
Washington's Leadership Deficit
The President has yet to lead. He has yet to put a plan out there to fix our debt problem. The House decided to put a plan out there – our budget; we knew they were laying in wait and that they were going to run all these ads against us and try and scare seniors. We still felt a moral responsibility to lead, and we thought – maybe naively so – that if we put out a plan then the President would come to the table with his own plan. Then we could start negotiating on how to cut spending – but the President has yet to do offer any solutions of his own.
We've shown him plenty of ways to cut the amount of spending we're talking about and we still have yet to get anything specific from the President. He just simply says: 'Raise taxes. Raise taxes. Raise taxes.'
Our position has been really, really clear: for every dollar that you want to raise the debt limit, Mr. President, we've got to cut more than a dollar's worth of spending. He's doing a lot of press conferences, but we have yet to see a full counterproposal from the President. We haven't seen a plan from the President or the Senate on how to do this. And so we've put our plan out there – we passed a budget, we're of course willing to negotiate on how to cut spending, but we really have yet to see anything from them.
We Need Pro-Growth Tax Reform not Job-Crushing Tax Hikes
Tax reform is in our budget we proposed to get rid of all these loopholes in exchange for lower tax rates for everybody so we can have economic growth and job creation. The problem is the President doesn't want to lower tax rates. He wants to raise taxes, broaden the tax base – but also raise tax rates. We already tax our businesses a lot more than our foreign competitors tax theirs. So they're already at a competitive disadvantage.
The President wants to continue raising those tax rates. Under the current law that's coming in that the President had already passed in the last session of Congress, the effective top tax rate in America goes to 44.8%. You throw the Illinois income tax on there, or the Wisconsin income tax on there, and we are taxing our successful small businesses, the job creators of America, at more than 50%. It's ridiculous. It puts us at a huge competitive disadvantage with our foreign competitors. A small jobs shop in Elkhorn, Wisconsin with 25 employees is not just competing with people in Illinois – they're competing with people in China, in India, in Brazil, and we've got to be mindful of that fact. If we want to get jobs created, we can't overtax on our job creators.
Two things are needed to get this situation under control: 1) spending cuts and controls; and 2) economic growth and job creation.
We Need Serious Solutions – Not Scare Tactics
I don't like talking in brinksmanship terms. I don't think that does anybody any good. I don't think that's a service to the country. I don't like fanning hysteria. We have a situation; we've got to deal with it. We do have deadlines. The spending cut we're talking about here is about $2.5 trillion over ten years. The President, under that period, is proposing to spend $46 trillion. We're saying instead of spending $46 trillion, why don't you spend $43.5 trillion or something like that.
I'm really kind of mystified and baffled at the conduct of the White House. It really does surprise me. When you're having talks and negotiations, and then you go to the microphones and start talking about corporate jet loopholes – which never came up in the conversations, which are $3 billion over ten years, which is a provision that he signed in his stimulus bill – it just represents the fundamental lack of seriousness of their actions, and how deeply political they're acting. I'm just mystified by it to be honest.
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elite district, the center of the city, panorama view
Size70 m²
Floor No.
- Family/child friendly
- Internet/WiFi
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
- Washer/dryer
- Smoking allowed
- Hot tub
Accommodation summary
|süngü street, 34200 istanbul, Turkey
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English introduction:...The flat is situated at an elite quarter in the heart of Istanbul.
You will have the chance to view from the living room and garden terrace the major landmarks of the city such as Santa Sophia Museum, the Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, the Mosque at Eminonu, the Galata Tower, the Princess Island and the Sea of Marmara.
The area is central and quiet.
Some details...
The Kitchen: Fully equipped with fridge, coffe maker, toster, fruit juice maker, pots and pans, glasses and plates.
Bathroom: Fully equipped and also with hair dryer and washing machine. All sheets are towels are suplied.
Others: There are two bedrooms (both with double beds) and a pullout single bed in the living area. TV with international channels in the living room. Also supplied are WIfI internet connection, air conditoner, natural gas.
Nearby: One street up are cafes and restaurants.
It's a 8-10 minute walk to the central Taksim Square with its metro station, other restaurants, cafes, bistros, theatres, bars.
Down hill is a 5-10 minute walk to the seashore for the tram and boats to Bosphorus and the nearby Princess Islands.
Eveything you desire are there --except you. And we hope to see you...
türk'ce:daire İstanbul'un kalbinde ,elit bir semtte,bulunmaktadır.. harika bir ev..
daire,İstanbul yarım adanın karşısında yer alıyor..Ayasofya müzesi, Topkapı sarayı .sultan Ahmet camii ,fatih camii,emin önü yeni camii, galata kulesi büyük ada, ve ege denizini ve diğer tarihi yerleri ,otordugunuz yerden,salondan veya teras bahçesinden izleyebilirsiniz..bu mükemmel bir duygu..
ve merkezi yerde ama sessiz..
mutfak tam donanımlıdır,kahve makinası,tost makinası,portakal sıkacagı,tencere,tava ,bardak ve benzer eşyalar,
ve kahve yaparken mutfaktan tarihi yarım adayı izleye bilirsiniz.:)
banyo :saç kurutma makinası,ve çamaşır makinası mevcuttur.
ve güvenli bir apartman.
.2 üst sokakta harika lokantalar ve cafe restorantlar var,taksim meydanına yürüyerek 8ile 10 dakika,düz bir caddenin sonunda taksim meydanına varıyorsunuz..
Metro istasyonu, tramvay istasyonu, liman yanı sıra mağazalar, yiyecek, restoranlar, kafeler, barlar, tiyatrolar ve gece hayatı gibi toplu taşıma çok kısa bir mesafe (5 ile 10 dakikalık yürüyüş) mesafesindedir.
ulaşım :metro istasyonuna 5 ve 7 dakika..
tarihi yarım adaya ulaşım yürüyerek 25 dakika..
tranvayla 5 dakika.
ev özellikler :2 adet yatak odası (çift kişilik yatak ) mevcut.
salonda açılır kapanır çekyat mevcuttur,burda bir kişi yatabilir.
salonda tv mevcuttur,led tv ve uluslar arası tv kanalları mevcuttur..
.internet vifi.mevcut.
sıcak su
çamaşır makinası.
saç kurutma makinası..
..nevresim ve havlular
herşey tam ..eksik olan sizsiniz, bekliyoruz...
House rulesNo Pets Allowed.
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Reviews of this property
The view from this apartment is stunning at any time of the day from the windows or balcony! It's a 24 hours holiday because of the view. The apartment may be small with a low ceiling, but it has two bedrooms and it has got everything you need for your stay. Ilhan is a very friendly host. He will help you to find your way around.
There is also a large map of Istanbul on a wall. Take pictures of the map with your smartphone so you can find your way around.
The public transport is very well organized in Istanbul. Buy an Istanbul Kart, upload it with an amount, for example 20 lira. The fare for bus, ferry, metro, tram, Istiklal tram and even some public toilets can be paid with your Istanbul Kart (except a dolmus). Try the breakfast at Van Kahvalti ev. It's very close to the apartment. You will enjoy an excellent eastern Turkish breakfast and good service.
We have enjoyed our stay very well. There was a gull's nest on the roof with two chicks. We could hear them squeak for food and we saw the mother flying to and fro to feed them.
If you have fear of heights, like me, it's a challange to sit on the balcony with the dephts and heights from the view, so be prepared!
I have stayed in many other apartments in Istanbul before, but this one is definitely a plus, also because of the location in Cihangir.
Enjoy your stay!
Dear Ilhan,
stay in your apartment was absolutely perfect. A very good equipment of the apartment as well as a wonderful view have made the day a success for you. The central location was great. They were very accommodating as hosts. For our heartfelt thanks.
Two small notes:
To contact locally it would be good to get the phone number with area code, because we had some failures and only the taxi driver had to help.
For people over 185 cm, the apartment is quite flat. I had to go mostly hunched with my 192 cm.
Overall, the apartment is highly recommended.
Thank you
Sehr geehrter Ilhan,
der Aufenthalt in Ihrem Apartment war absolut perfekt. Eine sehr gute Ausstattung der Wohnung sowie eine wundervolle Aussicht haben die Tage bei Ihnen zu einem Erfolg werden lassen. Auch die zentrale Lage war super. Sie waren als Gastgeber sehr zuvorkommend. Dafür unseren herzlichen Dank.
Zwei kleine Anmerkungen:
Zur Kontaktaufnahme vor Ort wäre es gut die Telefonnummer mit Vorwahl zu erhalten, da wir einige Fehlversuche hatten und erst der Taxifahrer helfen musste.
Für Leute über 185 cm ist die Wohnung recht flach. Ich musste mit meinen 192 cm meist gebückt gehen.
Insgesamt ist Ihr Apartment absolut empfehlenswert.
We had a wonderful time in Istanbul thanks to Ilhan!
Everything was perfect, the apartment very cosy with a great view!
Ilhan is an extraordinary nice person, he really wants that you enjoy your days in Istanbul- he explains you all about the apartment and the city, he recommends places to go like having good breakfast, dinner.
We will book only Ilhan's apartments in the future and recommend this to everyone!
Ilhan is the Best!
it was the first time we were in istanbul everything work well with the apartment clean and tidy nice reception of values, we might well go back, a detail was that there were a lot of stairs, but it had to return with a magnificent view, we can recommend the this accommodation !! Thommy
det var första gången vi var i istanbul allt funka bra med lägenheten rent och snyggt trevligt mottagande av värden vi kan mycket väl åka tillbaka ,en detalj var dock att det var mycket trappor,men det hade man tillbaka med en magnifik utsikt,vi kan rekommendera detta boende !!Thommy
The apartment offers a great view on Galata Tower, Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. 2 bedrooms were enough for 4 people. Divided ceiling would be desirable. Heating was great because we cm snow and temperatures spent three days at 20 to 0 degrees.
Die Wohnung bietet einen tollen Ausblick auf Galataturm, Hagia Sophia und Blaue Moschee. 2 Schlafzimmer waren für 4 Personen ausreichend. Geteilte Decken wären wünschenswert. Heizung war super, da wir drei Tage bei 20 cm Schnee und Temperaturen um 0 Grad verbrachten.
Great location, walking distance to almost everything within easy reach, Tram is very close. Great view from the rooftop terrace. The apartment is nice and clean, everything is there what you need for everyday life, including the things that you normally do not have in your suitcase. Detergent, salt, pepper, spices, detergent, etc. Thank you Ilhan,!
Tolle Lage, zu Fuß fast alles gut erreichbar, Tram ist ganz in der Nähe. Super Aussicht von der Dachterrasse. Die Wohnung ist schön und sauber, alles da, was man zum täglichen Leben braucht, incl. der Dinge, die man normalerweise nicht im Koffer hat: Spülmittel, Salz, Pfeffer, Gewürze, Waschmittel etc. Thank you, ilhan!
The stay was top have! a super nice breakfast!
We will book again with Ilhan is on!
Thank you again soon!!
Le sejour a été ai top!!! un hote super sympas !
Nous reserverons de nouveau avec Ilhan c'est sur!
Merci encore a bientot!!!!
We had a lovely time at this truly very sunny appartment on a top floor in one of the fanciest parts of Istanbul. It has a spectacular view on the city and the Bosphorus. The appartment is small but very comfortable and clean and has everything you need, including a small terrace where we had our sunny breakfast. We felt at home. Ilhan, the owner, is a perfect host. We would love to come back one day and stay again in this appartment. Thanks Ilhan!
Ilhan estaba muy sympatico.Nos ha recibido muy amable .El apartamento esta muy agoedor con unas vistas espectulares.
wir waren zu dritt im März in Istanbul bei Ilhan,die Wohnung war grossartig,wir fühlten uns wie echte Türken,alles war sehr sauber und die Aussicht einfach toll,es gab sogar Trinkwasser aus dem Wassertank.Ilhan ist sehr nett,obwohl er so lange auf uns warten mußte,die Anreise vom Flughafen war sehr langwierig und das mit der Istanbulcard etwas schwierig,unbedingt Kleingeld mitnehmen,der Automat nimmt nur kleine Scheine!Die Wohnung war nur sehr schwer zu finden,die Einheimischen schickten uns im Kreis herum,haben uns nach 3 Tagen wieder verirrt,es war sehr abenteuerlich.Ach ja,bis zur Wohnungstür sind es 86 Stufen,das ist der einzige Minuspunkt.Heuer geht's nach Lissabon,wieder mit Wimdu.
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MOREHEAD CITY, CARTERET COUNTY - The name "Coach Widgeon" is well known in Carteret County. This former basketball coach has worked hard to bring big titles to the men's basketball team at West Carteret High School as well as winning some of his own.
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#1 Thu 15 Feb 07 6:28pm
Ronnie B
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tomato sauce!
been making my own tomato sauce 4 pasta ect 4 a few months an i put the usaul stuff like plum toms onions basil oregano salt pepper an garlic into it, tastes okay but i feel it lacks something can anyone suggest other ingriedents to go in or give a whole new recipe 4 a italian tomato would be most greatful cheers from ronnie b
#2 Thu 15 Feb 07 9:24pm
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Re: tomato sauce!
I like to add some tomato paste as well, it deepens the flavour.
Have you tried roasting the tomatoes before making your sauce? Slice them in half, drizzle with olive oil and roast in a hot oven for about 30 minutes. Then transfer to a sauce pan in which you've sautéed a thinly sliced onion and garlic, and season with s & p. Stir, cook for 15 minutes then blend with a hand processor or push trough a sieve. Season with fresh basil.
#3 Thu 15 Feb 07 11:32pm
- Member Occupation Mom
- From Canada
- Member since Thu 18 Jan 07
Re: tomato sauce!
A little red wine vinegar adds some zing! If you have Jamie's Dinners, the tomato sauce in the family tree section is excellent. The basic sauce is great and he suggests lots of variations too. I've tried it with pasta, fish, and prawns and have had rave reviews.
#4 Fri 16 Feb 07 5:45am
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Re: tomato sauce!
home-made tomato sauce
You need:
12.5kg (25lbs) of ripe tomatoes
60g (2oz) whole cloves
60g (2oz) whole allspice
30g (1oz) cayenne
1 litre (2 pints) vinegar
1.5kg (3lb) sugar
250g (1/2lb) salt
2kg (4lb) onions
Chop the onions and tomatoes roughly. Place in a large pot or jam pan together with the rest of the ingredients. Bring to the boil, then boil for 4 hours. Sieve the mixture, then pour into sterilised bottles and seal.
Substitute some of the tomato with apple - up to 500g. Garlic and/or chillis can also be added to taste, but ensure that the quantity added is substituted by weight for some of the tomato. This is important is order to keep the ratio of vinegar, sugar and fruit at appropriate levels for good keeping.
#5 Fri 16 Feb 07 5:58pm
Ronnie B
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Re: tomato sauce!
thanx everybody on that one!
#6 Sat 17 Feb 07 11:46am
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Re: tomato sauce!
Hey Ronnie!
You can also add to your sause some green, red or yellow peppers after you have cut them into not too small pieces. Or even grate and add some carrot!
#7 Sun 18 Feb 07 6:20pm
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Re: tomato sauce!
i imagine im offending some italian ragu recipies but sometimes i cheat by adding tomatoe ketup to the sauce.
also, a splash of cream or milk gives a brilliant texture
#8 Mon 19 Feb 07 1:10am
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Re: tomato sauce!
I like to add some heat with either Tabasco or finely chopped, deseeded chillies.
#9 Mon 19 Feb 07 3:59am
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Re: tomato sauce!
This is a tomato sauce I do thats quick and easy. I usually have this with a sundried tomato and basil pasta thats dried, yes, its dried! LOL!
In a large pot/pan add a big drizzle of olive oil. let it sizzle for a minute. Add a large can of stewed tomatoes. I sometimes add a fresh one to this if its hanging around, diced. Lower the temp to med. Add fresh garlic that's been minced, let it saute away for a few min. Now add a splash of white wine and reduce for a few min. I like to add a sprinkle of sugar to this as I don't like it too acidic. Add your herbs, like fresh Italian parsley, and basil. Stir to combine. I also add a bit of chicken stock if you need to add a little liquid... after you pasta is cooked and just drained, add to your tomato sauce and grate some fresh parmesan into the dish and stir to combine. If you have reduced a little too much, prior to adding your pasta, reserve a bit of the pasta water to add to the final stirring. I dont know if this is really authentic but I think it's a great side dish or a main if you are grilling some chicken or? on the side sliced up. I usually have this with a big salad and/or grilled veggies. Play around with the sauce to your liking. I suggest that when you are happy with the sauce add the herbs at the very end.
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Rösti is a traditional Swiss potato pancake typically served as a side dish but we added ham and cheese to transform it into an easy weeknight supper. Enjoy with steamed asparagus and chunky applesauce on the side.
Nutrition Profile:
Diabetes Appropriate
Gluten Free Diet
Healthy Weight
Heart Healthy
High Calcium
Low Calorie
Low Carb
Low Sat Fat
Low Sodium
Serves 4
Prep Time 25 min
Total Time 25 min.
Step 1
Beat egg in a large bowl. Stir in ham, 1/2 cup cheese, shallot, rosemary, pepper and salt. Add frozen potatoes and stir to combine.
Step 2
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Pat the potato mixture into an even round in the pan. Cover and cook until browned and crispy on the bottom, 4 to 6 minutes.
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Remove the pan from the heat. Place a rimless baking sheet on top. Wearing oven mitts, grasp the pan and baking sheet together and carefully invert, unmolding the rösti onto the baking sheet. Wipe out any browned bits from the pan. Return it to the heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Slide the rösti back into the pan. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup cheese, cover and cook the second side until crispy and browned, 4 to 6 minutes. Slide onto a platter, cut into wedges and serve.
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Voyage-Air Guitar, LA and Beyond…
So, can we say whirlwind anyone? What a wild ride it's been – planes, trains and automobiles. Well, actually… planes, taxis, and hotels! Let's just review, if I can remember them all: Taylor Swift, Tilky and the Brigade, The Script, Marc Anthony and Marc Anthony (yes that's right, for me it was double duty).
First off, watching Taylor Swift from "The Pit" was amazing. The pit is exactly what it sounds like – a pit in front of the stage. This show was in San Jose, California and talk about a big show! It was at HP Pavilion in front of 20,000 people! Another sold out show! An old friend was kind enough to give us pit passes, as well as meet-and-greet passes. It was fun to watch all the kids back there, some of them crying! It was an amazing show, a combination of a Broadway musical and Cirque de Soleil. Taylor had floating bridges and aerial dancers. It was an incredible production. She was charismatic and so engaging with the audience. Taylor Swift is truly a pro at the tender age of 21.
The next show was Tilky and The Brigade. Years ago, Tilky Jones was in the boy band "Take Five", and has since been acting. Recently, he formed this new band with his mates, Steve Douglas and Scott Corbin de Baschemin. Tilky can be seen on Queen Latifa's VH1 show "Single Ladies" and also in the HBO series "Pretty Little Liars." He's getting back to his musical roots with this band, and they had a showcase in Studio City where Scott played the Voyage-Air BelAir electric guitar. It was pretty awesome! Steve played drums and being the son of the legendary drummer for Toots and the Maytal, he rocked the room. I've never seen anything like it AND he did it with a broken finger! His drum solo was unbelievable.
Next, I traveled to Oakland to meet up with The Script. These lads from Dublin are refreshingly real, and I can say that I truly enjoyed spending time with them. They are now equipped with a BelAir electric and a VAOM-1C Mahogany acoustic cutaway. Their guitar tech Colin was a little freaked out by the idea of a 'folding guitar' - until he got a chance to play around with the guitars. Lead guitar player Mark Sheehan played it during sound check and was blown away. I'll be seeing them for their show in NYC in a few weeks and fully expect to see the Voyage-Air Guitar on stage. It was another meet-and-greet opportunity for the boss's kids and their friends. You can see from the pictures that a good time was had by all.
The most bizarre thing occurred in my hotel lobby when I was approached by a fellow inquiring about what was in my back pack. It turns out that it was Angel Fernandez, the band leader for Marc Anthony! I couldn't have been more pleased! He set up a meeting for me to show the guitars to the rest of the crew and it was a match made in heaven! It was definitely love at first site for the guys and our guitars! Mario Sebastian, Marc Anthony's lead guitar player, ended up playing the Voyage-Air BelAir on stage at their show that very night!
So we dashed from The Script's show at the Fox Theatre, to the Oakland Coliseum for the Marc Anthony show. We were literally jumping up and down when he broke out the BelAir guitar on stage! These are the nicest guys on the planet and we ended up hanging out with them back at the hotel afterwards. Long story short, they invited me to LA for their show at Universal Arena, where Mario again played the BelAir on stage. The front row was jam packed with celebrities including David and Victoria Beckham. All in all it was an amazing trip. Whew! I can't wait to get home!
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Keep your baby's changing pad clean and your little one comfy and warm. Pure organic cotton velour is prettily accented with spring-themed embroidery for a sweet touch of color.
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- Final Sale items (identified by a price ending in $.97 or $.99)
- Items damaged through normal wear and tear.
Questions? See our full Returns Policy.