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It is the role of the Board of Directors to determine The Arboretum's mission and purpose as well as provide the proper financial oversight. Members serve for a three-year term of office, with a maximum of two consecutive terms.
If you are interested in getting involved with The Arboretum, please email email@example.com or call the office at (319) 226-4966.
Iann Veldhuizen,
Board Secretary
Iann was raised on a farm on E. Orange Road, 3/4 of a mile from the arboretum. The farm is no longer there, but her interest in gardening, growing and developing things is still there. When she retired in 2007 from being a floral designer and bookkeeper, she became a Master Gardener and did most of her volunteer hours at the arboretum. A couple of years later, she and her husband donated the money for the pergola to be built in the Rose Garden in memory of her parents. Her current project is being on the Master Gardner's Orchard Committee, working on the Orchard at the Arboretum.
Linda Allen, Hawkeye Liaison
Dr. Linda Allen is president of Hawkeye Community College, Waterloo. Dr. Allen earned her M.A. and Ph.D. in Medical Anthropology from the University of Iowa. Her scholarly research and publications are in the areas of medical anthropology, transcultural psychology, Asia-Pacific Rim relations, and gender studies.
Her community service includes serving on the Allen College Board of Trustees; Greater Cedar Valley Alliance Board of Directors; Northeast Iowa Food Bank Board of Directors; Cedar Valley Arboretum and Botanic Gardens; Waterloo Rotary; Winnebago Council of the Boy Scouts of America; Cedar Valley Arboretum Board of Directors; Waverly Education Roundtable; and Waverly Economic Development Commission.
Chris Beaty
Gary Blonigan
Gary is a lifetime Waterloo resident and East High graduate. He retired in 2001 as Senior Engineer in the John Deere Foundry with 41 years of service. Gary is a Lifetime member of the American Foundry Society. Gary is married to Karin and has four children and six grandchildren. He has been volunteering for Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity since 2001,and has served as a board member, site supervisor, and a construction team member. His Interests include: Hiking the National Parks, Reading: American History, gardening, and building things.
Gary has been volunteering for the Arboretum since 2013 and has been a Master Gardener since 2013. He has a desire to see the Arboretum continue to improve and grow and to serve the needs and interests of the Cedar Valley.
Steve Buckles
Steve grew up in Waterloo, a '66 graduate of West High. He got into horticulture in 1972, mainly working with tropical plants in LA for 6 years and in Dallas for 8 years. He moved back to Waterloo in December of 1999. Steve started volunteering at the Arboretum on Saturday mornings in 2000 and was able to see it grow.
Steve took early retirement from Allen Hospital at the end of 2009 and signed up for Master Gardener classes, achieving Master Gardener status in 2010. He is currently on the Green Scene Board of Directors, volunteers with Cedar Valley Hospice, and rescues critters (he has 4 dogs and 4 cats!).
Steve loves volunteering at the Arboretum's Welcome Center between 9am - 11am because of the peace and quiet, broken only by the Mourning Doves and babbling waterfall outside of the center. He invites anyone to come out and visit or volunteer at the Arboretum and tap into the brains of the many knowledgeable people that work and volunteer here.
Howard Craven
Marisa Dolan
Being on the Arboretum board has given Marisa the opportunity to see how the arboretum has grown from the beginning.
The Arboretum is a beautiful place, the volunteers are wonderful. Marisa is enjoying being on the board and being part of all the great things happening at the Arboretum.
Steve Eilers
Dan Gillen, Hawkeye Liaison
Eliz Guyer
Bob Hoffman
Daniel Lichty
Autumn Miller
Autumn grew up on a farm in South Dakota with eight siblings. Agriculture and horticulture have always been an important aspect in her life. She attended college at SDSU in Brookings, SD with a major in Landscape Architecture and worked at a botanical garden for two summers while in college. Autumn moved to Iowa last year for a landscape design position with Wapsie Pines Lawn Care and Landscaping in Cedar Falls.
Autumn loves the outdoors - gardening, hunting, fishing, hiking, and cooking are some of her favorite hobbies. She wanted to be involved with the Arboretum because she enjoys planning, community involvement, and public gardens. The CVABG is growing and she believes this is an exciting time to be a part of a place where people can learn, relax, contemplate, and maybe pull a few weeds and eat some strawberries J
Leah Morrison is a small business owner and a tax accountant.
Outside of accounting and tax work, Morrison has been active in the disability community advocating for education, competitive employment, affordable housing and transportation. Morrison was appointed to the Governor's Developmental Disabilities Council in 2005.
Morrison has been serving the City of Waterloo on the Planning, Programing & Zoning Commission since 2012. She is motorcycle enthusiast, a member of Abate of Iowa where she served as the District 16 treasurer, and a member of the Sunrise Exchange Club.
Although she is not an Iowa native, Morrison, along with her husband Kevin and son Julian, has called Waterloo home for the last fourteen years.
George Pfalzgraf
Dianne Phelps
Dianne grew up on a farm in Sheffield, Ia. She received her RN license from Allen School of Nursing in 1968. she worked 30 years at Surgical and Orthopaedic Associates (now Cedar Valley Medical Center) and retired in 1999. Dianne's husband passed away in 2009, but she has three step children and 6 grandchildren, and a dog named Charlie.
Dianne has many hobbies and interests, including gardening and other outdoor activities, crafting and movement classes, and also serves on the Cultural Arts and Commission Board at the Waterloo Center for the Arts. She just fulfilled her terms at the UNI Theatre Board and the Allen Foundation Board.
"I hope I can be a valuable member because it's a wonderful organization that I am proud to have in my community. I love going to the events here and hope to learn valuable "take home" information as well as contributing what I can to the board and the gardens. I love trees, plants, flowers and grasses and to be surrounded by such will be lovely. I'm trying to do the same at home as well so we'll see how I can fit two lovely spots into my life."
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Darryl Torrin
Darryl grew up in extreme Northern Minnesota, where everything was zone 3. He was drafted into the family gardens , sometimes reluctantly, by age 7. Projects in horticulture and home beautification in 4-H hooked him on gardening. Now retired from Lutheran ministry, he is pleased to be a part of the arboretum community.
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Holiday snow boosts C.O. tourism numbers
Timing of the holidays also played a part
BEND, Ore. - Snow over the holidays provided a strong tourism boost in Central Oregon at a crucial time that can make or break the winter season.
The year 2012 was a record for travel and tourism in our area, which is great news, especially after several years of recession.
Central Oregon is popular as a summer destination, but it's also popular during the winter, with many skiing at Mt. Bachelor and Hoodoo.
"We had our fingers crossed and everything lined," Central Oregon Visitors Assocaition CEO Alana Hughson said Monday. "And we had a very successful holiday period this winter."
The December snow provided a strong opening to Mt. Bachelor, and more snow before the holiday period wasn't too much for travelers.
Hughson says it didn't prevent people from making the trip to Central Oregon.
"We are always in that situation where we have too much of a good thing or not enough of a good thing, and this year everything aligned beautifully," said Hughson.
Full rooms at destination resorts heavily impact the tourism industry, including the Seventh Mountain Resort.
"We had a great amount of snow. The tourists wanted to come out and ski and snowboard," said Seventh Mountain Director of Marketing Vanessa Berning. "They didn't let the weather get in the way, and clear road conditions always help us out."
Being 14 miles from Mt. Bachelor, Seventh Mountain Resort is the closest lodging.
"It has been busy," said Berning. "The tourists came out in volumes, and we've had a great season."
The resort was up 19 percent in room nights and up 25 percent in revenue year over year for the holidays.
And that impact could be due to the timing of the holidays.
Because Christmas and New Year's both fell on a Tuesday, people took extra days off and extended their stay.
"So this was a perfect storm this year," said Hughson. "And that had a positive impact and we will see that when the numbers come out in February."
Hughson says over the holiday period, businesses in our area saw between 4 and 15 percent increases in their sales.
She says it's a healthy indicator we're looking at a good, solid 2013.

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That's what I thought too.
Well other than babies your statement is True, but Everyone tends to write it even though we ALL know that's Christmas.
Well, Some of them might not be able to afford the things that are important. I mean, they might be able to use a shower but they might just not have the money to buy deodorant.
Or you can just hit the button that says, 'Mark all as read'
What's with so many people are posting on here? o_o.
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Im in the process of building a 3D model of the old Yankee Stadium (late 1960s early 1970s). The model is being built in AutoCAD and will be finished in 3D Studio Max (a related 3D rendering and animation package).
The idea is to have an interactive 3D model where people can visit and walk through and experience a little bit what it felt like to be in that great stadium.
Ive posted some images of the model progress on the Yankee Stadium Pictorial History thread (thanks for all of the comments and advice) and heres a link to my site where you can check on the progress:http://www.digitalcentrality.com/Yankee_Stadium/
The model is based on plans from the 1973-76 renovation that do show stand structure elevations of the old stadium, but the plan views are of the post 1976 renovation. While the column locations should be the same (with the exception of the ones that were removed in the renovation) there does seem to be discrepancies with the curvature of the stands as they transition to the bull pens.
The only real, pre renovation, plan I have is a site plan used to show the location of chain-link fence used during the renovation. When I overlay the finish removal plan with this plan (both scaled the same), things dont line up too well particularly at the locations mentioned above.
If anybody has any insight into what changed in this area, or better still, have construction documents or as-built drawings of the original stadium, please let me know.
If anybody has a seating plan for the old stadium I could get a copy of, that would really help me in linking the seating sections to column grid lines on the drawing.
This forum has already been an invaluable resource for me in this project and I want to thank those who have helped me so far.


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On Easter Sunday, March 31 at 10 am, two members of our congregation, Stan Robinson and Gail Morrison, will present a poetry Sunday with a brief sermon, a story for the children and an activity for the children provided by Louise Proctor and Tia Andrighetti. Following the service we will hold our annual egg roll, so bring your hardboiled eggs!
Monday, April 1 at 7 pm ~ Music and Worship Committee
On Sunday, April 7 at 10 am Rev Brendan Hadash will speak about Sebastian Castellio, the father of Unitarianism
April 14 at 10 am, Rev. Dr. Anita Farber-Robertson will present a sermon. At 8:30 am
there will be a canvass pancake breakfast. After worship we will gather for a
congregational conversation about who you are, what you love, and what you
want for the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Franklin. We will affirm
what is here that we cherish, and dream about what can be.
April 21 at 10 am Louise Proctor will present a service.
April 28 at 10 am Drew Moeller, minister at the Unitarian Universalist Society in Laconia, will visit our pulpit.
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Have you fired anything besides the 327 mag in the gun? Did you buy it new?
Has anybody had issues with fired cases sticking in the cylinder of their #27 Mag revolvers? I don't mean just cases sticking but down right diffacult to extract! Or issues with the American Eagel 100 grain loads or with the brass developing a bulge near the case head on once fired cases? Is it my gun or is it the ammo? I would try a different brand of ammo but have only been able to find the AE 100 gr stuff thus far.
Have you fired anything besides the 327 mag in the gun? Did you buy it new?
I hope somebody else will chime in but IRCC several guns chambered in .327 have had this problem. I think I read about this at rugerforum.com, something about the pressure of the case and the cylinder. I hope I am incorrect for your sake.


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Subaru WRX Forum (http://www.wrxtuners.com/forums/)
- Southeast WRX Forum (http://www.wrxtuners.com/forums/f101/)
- - AL/Northern FL WRX owners (http://www.wrxtuners.com/forums/f101/al-northern-fl-wrx-owners-30297/)
AL/Northern FL WRX owners
Just looking for some Alabama and Northern Florida owners. Not a huge scene around where i am. Just getting ready for Spring Fling down in Panama City,FL. Was wanting to meet a few more Subie owners around this general area. Im in the Montgomery/Troy, AL area.
Im in Fort Walton Beach, but my parents live in Prattville. I am going to import faceoff in Montgomery on May 22nd.
is that import faceoff a show, or like at a drag strip. i don't really like drag racing my wrx, but always up for a get together.
[quote=11_WRX_sleeper;261156]is that import faceoff a show, or like at a drag strip. i don't really like drag racing my wrx, but always up for a get together.[/quote]
it is a show/race. i am going to be showing mine. i wont drag it. i didnt pay 29k to ruin my car lol dont get me wrong i like to push it from time to time, but no drag strip for me. last time i went it was pretty fun. good turnout. like any car show, the people that show up are the ones that make it or break it. if u roll out there let me know. id love to meet some other wrx guys.
how far is this place from rome,ga(30161 is the zip where i live)? there's a meet in robinesville, nc(deals gap aka dragons tail) hosted by the SCCA. It's a curvey road and being blocked off so that people can race. It's a 2.2 mile course, but you have to be a certifed driver:( I think it will still be fun to sit on the side of the road and film/watch. maybe afterwards there will be a meet or something....idk
U are roughly 3 1/2 hours away according to the maps. but would probably make it in 3 hours. my drive is about 3 hours also
I also live in fort walton beach originally from calhoun ga. Any tuners around the fort walton beach area you know of?
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How did you feel, you libertarians,
Who spent your talents rallying noble reasons
Around the saloon, as if Liberty
Was not to be found anywhere except at the bar
Or at a table, guzzling?
How did you feel, Ben Pantier, and the rest of you,
Who almost stoned me for a tyrant,
Garbed as a moralist,
And as a wry-faced ascetic frowning upon Yorkshire pudding,
Roast beef and ale and good will and rosy cheer --
Things you never saw in a grog-shop in your life?
How did you feel after I was dead and gone,
And your goddess, Liberty, unmasked as a strumpet,
Selling out the streets of Spoon River
To the insolent giants
Who manned the saloons from afar?
Did it occur to you that personal liberty
Is liberty of the mind,
Rather than of the belly?
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Poem: Jacob Godbey
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Corning is not feeling the ill effects from the well-publicized financial woes that are troubling the telecommunications industry, as evidenced by a fourth consecutive quarter of upside earnings surprise. The company will report its complete third-quarter earnings on Monday, October 23.
Uh, no.
Like the child who opens her gifts the day before the holiday rather than waiting for the big day, Corning late last week unwrapped an upside earnings surprise for shareholders, citing exceptionally strong demand for optical fiber and cable, optical components, and flat-panel glass products. (To read all about the fiber optic boom and the leading companies -- including in-depth looks at Corning, JDS Uniphase (Nasdaq: JDSU), and others -- consider the new Motley Fool Research Internet Report on the topic.)
The company expects to report pro forma earnings of $0.34 to $0.35 per share for the quarter ended September 30, up 75% from last year and $0.04 to $0.05 ahead of the previous consensus estimate. Full-year results are also ahead of schedule, with expectations now around $1.15 to $1.17 per share (versus previous guidance of $1.09 to $1.10), a 70% increase over the prior year. Naturally, fourth-quarter estimates will also need revision to reflect the new full-year target. Earnings forecasts for 2001 have not been adjusted at this time.
For the first six months of 2000, Corning recorded sales of $3.18 billion, with net income of $226 million. Third-quarter revenue is expected to be in the range of $2.7 billion, marking a year-over-year increase of 50%. Gross margins sit at about 40% and net margins near 8%. We can expect improvement in margins when the company reports, due to a more favorable product mix and sturdy fiber pricing.
What to watch at Corning
One item to pay particular attention to on Monday is any sign of improvement in Corning's cash flow efficiency. Cash flow efficiency, as measured by the Foolish Flow Ratio, is a measure of how well a company is managing its working capital, or the proper balance between current assets and current liabilities. Corning's Flow Ratio has been floating up around 2.0 lately, meaning its cash flow is hampered by a glut of noncash current assets in relation to its bills. In the Drip Port's high-growth study, a Flow Ratio of 1.4 or lower is desired.
The Drip Port is also seeking a Cash King Margin of at least 10%. Corning, naturally, isn't living up to this standard right now, as it has negative free cash flow. This is largely due to the company's continuous heavy investments in capacity expansion to support operations growth and to capitalize on the huge demand for optical networking infrastructure. In the first six months of this year, capital expenditures totaled $562.3 million and the company expects the figure to reach $1.6 billion to $1.8 billion for the full year. Investors seeking a dramatic turnaround in free cash flow will need to be patient.
Corning is currently trading around 72 times 2001 estimated earnings per share (EPS) of $1.36. The market as a whole, as measured by the S&P 500, is trading at about 23 times expected 2001 EPS. Considering that Corning is expected to grow earnings 27% in 2001 compared to estimated growth of the S&P 500 of 9%, a conservative multiple based on the market average would be about 46 times 2001 EPS. Other than this year, Corning's price-to-trailing earnings ratio (P/E) over the past 10 years has only been above 35 once, and that was last year, topping off around 66. The valuation-minded investor might see Corning riding a little high these days.
However, this isn't the same company it was just a few years ago. Demand for its rapidly growing products -- fiber and fiber cable, flat-panel displays, and photonics -- is stronger than ever. Third-quarter results will reflect photonics sales doubling over 1999 to $250 million, and strong flat-panel display sales growth of 75% year-over-year. Optical fiber led the way in the quarter, and the company expects continued strong growth in that area, along with stable pricing. It's not at all unreasonable to expect premium multiples continuing into the future based on better-than-expected earnings and the bright outlook of optical networking.
On the heels of three straight quarters of upside earnings surprises, on Monday Corning will officially announce its fourth. Since it shed its stagnant housewares division and dove headfirst into optical networking and advanced material products, the company has outgrown its image of a lumbering conglomerate and is moving along at top speed. In other words, Corning is out of the frying pans and into the fiber.
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In 2012, Ross published a book called "The Science Behind Jurassic Park", which spent a remarkable twelve weeks on the New York Times bestseller list.
I feel like this classic sitcom has experienced a second wave of popularity lately.
Morrissey knows why you don't like him and doesn't care.
In a perfect world where leprechauns dance in the sky and all the Kardashians are infertile, Pfeiffer would have reprised her role as Catwoman in The Dark Knight Rises.
There are a lot of extinct TV shows out there that aren't as celebrated as the aforementioned Freaks and Geeks, proving that all cancelled TV shows were not created and killed equally.


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Nanny in Harwinton, CT 06791.
Looking for part-time work as a nanny.
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Preferred Rate $15-$25 per hour
Andrew's Bio
Currently studying to become a licensed professional Counselor... Past careers include professional life guard, behavioral modifcation specialist, cook in busy resturaunts
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5 years of paid child care experience with:
- Grade School (6 to 11 years)
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4 to 5 years of infant care experience
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- Cognitive Disabilities
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- Asperger's Syndrome
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
- Learning Disabilities
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Special Needs Services Experience
- Administering Medication
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Assistance With Transportation
- Positive Behavioral Support
- Recreational Music or Art Therapy
Availability & Job Preferences
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Willing to consider working as a live in care provider
- Permanent (1 to 2 years)
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- Will consider a part time position
- Available to start on 4/21/2014
My availability is valid through 7/11/14
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Great job! I believe you can definitely call yourself a quilted!
Welcome to the Quilting Board!
Great job! I believe you can definitely call yourself a quilted!
Wayne & Gabriele, the married quilters.
Love the Flower one, do you have a pattern? that i could try. i am a newbie to quilting my self.
Patti P
Enjoy the creative process
You have made some wonderful quilts. Your colors are bright and cheerful. Good idea to take those classes. Now you will never be bored and will be hooked like the rest of us.
These are so awesome. Wonderful colors. Love the bugs with the one patch pillow and the way the flowers are framed in the second quilt are fabulous. Keep up the great work. Glad to hear that classes helped you accomplish your goals.
no act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. Aesop
love the flowers and the colors!
The flower quilt is called Tropical Punch. It is in a book called Young at Heart Quilts...by Julie Popa.


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There is no HIV in my neck of the woods. Or so I lead my neighbors to believe. I am a straight, white woman in the heart of preppy New Jersey horse country. I've also had HIV since 1995. Good health prevents my body from giving me away. But concealing my status still demands undercover tactics worthy of a Bond girl.
Fear keeps me quiet. Most people in my world are conservative, Republican and barely aware of AIDS, a word that appears here only in such contexts as "This melon sorbet wonderfully aids digestion." How can I tell a bunch of palate cleansers I have a disease with more stigma attached to it than the state of New Jersey? I'm afraid they'll ostracize me, changing my life in ways I won't like.
Half the time I'm not sure why I think they'd react this way. My family didn't. Besides the belly-deep shriek my mother released when I finally told her, she has been nothing but strong, understanding and a font of hope. The first thing my sister did was take me to Burger King and dip her fries in my ketchup -- an act of solidarity I'll never forget. My father sat ramrod straight, then wrapped his arms around me and told me I'd be OK.
But family can't dismiss you the way a stranger can. For years, I've envisioned people pointing, whispering, yanking their kids away from me. I've imagined my boss firing me, my landlord evicting me, my gas-station guy wiping down the nozzle after I fill my tank. I worry that even if people seem OK, they'll be secretly pitying and disgusted.
Yet despite these fears, I'm exhausted from forever taking my meds on the sly, watching my tongue, or holding it. Like wine gone bad, the secret inside me threatens to rot the cork. More and more, I want to hurt out loud.
Last year, I wrote an unsigned POZ cover story about my life with HIV ["Lines Composed in a Looking Glass," September 2002]. I just wasn't ready to put my name to it. But writing it was so liberating, I decided to start "coming out" in small steps. And to write about it -- undercover, for now.
First step: volunteering for the Equestrian AIDS Foundation (EAF), which helps HIV positive riders. My lifelong love of riding deepened when I bought my own horse, Andy, after my diagnosis. Sitting astride a creature that loves me unconditionally is an elixir I can't live without -- especially as I'm still seeking such love from a human partner. When I ride, my virus ceases to exist.
I hoped that through the EAF I'd meet some locals who shared my love of horses and my disease. Of course, as I drove to meet the group's executive director, Janise Gray, at the barn where she rides and trains horses, I hardly intended to say as much, lest the news spread faster than Potomac Horse Fever. I'd just pose as a fellow equestrienne looking to help our field's "less fortunate."
But when Janise, a tall, beautiful African-American woman with closely cropped hair, stepped out to greet me, something else happened. She introduced me to her horses with a kid's excitement. It was instantly clear to me she loved the animals the way I did. We sat down on tack trunks to discuss EAF. And no sooner had she mentioned how hard it can be for people with HIV to support a horse than I'd told her I knew firsthand, because I had HIV myself.
There was a long silence. She stared at me with what seemed equal parts disbelief, sadness and polite reserve. Then she asked the next logical question: Did I need or want help?
I make a decent salary, but after paying Uncle Sam and my own HMO, I have so little left to house and feed Andy and me, I'd been thinking of selling him. That I might not have to brought me near tears. Did I want help? God, yes!
Promising that only she would know my identity, Janise said the board would be pleased to know someone had come forward: "The hardest part is finding the people who need us."
My first check came in a plain envelope, enough to care for Andy for one month. Instead of feeling shame at "taking charity," I felt like an angel had alighted in my life.
Only at the bank's drive-through did I suddenly notice "Equestrian AIDS Foundation" printed boldly across the top of the check. The middle-aged teller glanced at it, then at me. I thought of what she might be thinking, and doubted it would include that I was positive.
An old part of me was relieved by that. A new part of me felt pathetic. Our eyes met through the green glass that separated us. "I have HIV," I mouthed.
She leaned down to her microphone. "Don't worry, it's our little secret," she whispered, smiling. She didn't seem disgusted. Or even anxious to wash her hands after handling my deposit.
"Thank you," I said before driving away. I'd done it. I'd told her the plain fact. And she wasn't even family.


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Bruce Foods Corporation Recalls
Food Club Red Enchilada Sauce
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SYNOPSIS: In 1974 Yorkshire, the Maynard family moves into a new home with dreams of solidarity and rejuvenated unity. Before long the frequent power outages unveil a most dastardly, unholy presence. Will the Maynards' be able to coexist within a crumbling circumstance and cope with the very terror before their eyes or will they succumb to the evil that lurks …Read More »
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SYNOPSIS: The Millers return home after a vacation and discover that their home was robbed. After the mess is cleaned up, they have no idea that their nightmare has just begun. REVIEW: Sometimes one little twist is enough to make a mediocre experience feel like something far more important. I remember the first time I've watched Maniac (the remake, 2012). …Read More »
Film Review: Shaun of the Dead (2004)
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TTT – Tuesday's Tasty Tip – Preparation for the Holidays
November is here and the holiday season is rapidly approaching.
The holiday season can be a very trying or stressful time for many. It may be the first holiday season without a loved one you lost during the prior year. You may be apart from the ones you love because of military service, emergencies, business demands in a down economy, etc. You might not have the funds needed to bless those you love in the ways you want to, and are trying to figure out how to make those shrinking dollars stretch. If you have many family members in the same geography, how do you decide whom you will spend time with, and how much, without someone feeling left out? Finding balance is often very tough because there is so much to do and time is at a premium. Here are some suggestions and ideas to help you not only survive the holidays, but thrive in them. My hope and prayer is that I would practice what I preach and do some of the things listed below.
Enjoying the holiday requires smarts, planning and executing the plan. Taking time to develop a realistic plan is a wise investment of your time. Please consider the following:
Live within your means. Often our hearts are bigger than our wallets. Resist the temptation to spend what you do not have. Paying off the previous year's holiday debt tends to suck the joy out of this year's shopping. Take time to make a budget listing how much you can afford to spend without going into debt.
Make a shopping list and stick to it. Resist impulse buying. If it is not on the list, do not buy it.
Buying online can save time and money, but shop wisely. Many department stores not only have greater offerings on their online stores, but prices may be lower. Many offer free shipping during the holiday season. If not, consider the cost of shipping weighed against the amount of time you would spend fighting traffic on the streets and in the parking lots. With specialty online stores without "brick and mortar" in your state, you might be able to avoid sales tax!
Don't wait until the last minute. You are less likely to find what you want at a good price.
If you find a great deal, consider buying several that people on your list would like. This also saves you time as well as money.
Consider giving gift cards. You can find gift cards for everything from dinners to hardware stores, and they are quick to buy and easy to send through the mail. Giving someone a massage gift card shows you recognize a possible need in their life that they will appreciate. Avoid giving the standard Visa prepaid debit card as this lacks some thought. Gift giving will be boring if everyone merely gave each other a plastic debit card, which is essentially money swapping.
If you are talented, handmade gifts are usually appreciated the most, but consider the investment of time required.
Let the postal/shipping services be your friend. Most will come to your home and pick up your packages instead of you lugging them to the shipper. This will eliminate you waiting in long lines.
Consider the amount of time required to shop, making sure you allow for heavy traffic on the streets and in the parking lots.
If relatives will be visiting with you, know exactly how many will be staying with you. Prepare their room(s) two weeks ahead of their arrival to make sure you have bedding and can shop for it if needed.
If you have repairs around the house, allow yourself 4 to 6 weeks to get these done before guests arrive.
Make some small baskets that have nice toiletries available in their rooms. People often forget some of these things when rushing to pack and get out the door.
Two days prior to guests arrivals, dust and clean all the rooms in the house, except the guest rooms. If you have kids, enlist their help.
Dust and vacuum the guest rooms the morning of their arrival.
If you are traveling, remember to include allowances for flight and traffic delays.
Entertaining and Dining:
In the next posting, I will provide details in a plan (or roadmap) for planning your dinner parties and family gatherings in such a way that you can be relaxed and enjoy your guests.
Remember, celebrating during the holiday season is really about bringing people together. Direct your thinking and activities around this concept. Sometimes is it best to "Just Say No" cutting out unnecessary activities. Anything that doesn't provide a significant emotional payoff far outweighing the time, energy and financial investment made should be taken off the calendar. Really enjoying the things that you and your family end up doing is what makes the holidays something you want to remember.
Lastly, the greatest gift you can give is the gift of yourself. So take time out to care of YOU in such a way that there is something left to give to others.
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Milaca's 2012 football season ended with a 28-14 loss to St. Cloud Cathedral in the first round of the Section 5AAA Playoff Tuesday night, Oct. 23, at St. Cloud State University's Husky Stadium.
However, the Wolves can take some solace that they played one of their better games in a winless, 0-9 season against the Crusaders, who had topped Milaca 42-18 earlier in the season.
"We played a little slow in the first half but we had a strong second half," said Milaca Coach Randy Johnson. "We did a good job of slowing down Cathedral's running attack for most of the game.
"Once again, we had some breaks go against us – it's been a season of things like that. Overall, we did several things well and we were in the game right to the end."
Milaca was without starting linebackers junior Jorgen Erickson and sophomore Josh Otten, who were injured.
"We missed them but it gave some young players an opportunity to get some varsity experience," said Johnson.
The Wolves, seeded No. 6, led 8-0 after the first quarter, scoring on a one-yard run by junior quarterback Brian Kiel and a two-point conversion pass from Kiel to junior Ian Carpenter.
The Crusaders, seeded No. 3, scored twice in the second quarter to take a 15-8 halftime lead.
Cathedral went ahead 22-8 in the third quarter but Milaca scored on a 19-yard pass from Kiel to sophomore end Michael Garber to make the score 22-14 heading into the fourth quarter.
Cathedral added a touchdown late in the fourth quarter after recovering a muffed punt deep in Milaca territory.
Kiel completed eight of 16 passes for 127 yards and rushed 13 times for 75 yards. Senior Mitch Hanenburg had three receptions for 70 yards.
"Brian and Mitch were able to put together some nice plays through the air," said Johnson.
Johnson cited the blocking of senior tackles Dylan Quaintance and Cory Windhauser, senior center Levi Hoskins and junior tight end Matt VanSomeren.
Cathedral junior quarterback Jeff Fasching completed 12 of 21 passes for 138 yards and three touchdowns. Sophomore back Blake Addison led the Crusader running game with 141 yards on 24 carries.
In the other 5AAA first-round game Oct. 23, No. 4-seeded Mora handled No. 5-seeded Pine City 35-0 at Mora.
On Saturday, No. 1-seeded Annandale topped Mora 47-29 at Annandale while No. 2-seeded Foley defeated Cathedral 35-6 at Foley.
Annandale and Foley meet for the section title and a state berth Saturday at 4 p.m. at Husky Stadium.


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I'm less and less convinced by silicone moulds for cake, chocolate however is a whole other story. If you have a small dome silicone mould, you can easily make fantastic chocolate balls, which in this instance I'm filling with salted caramel. I made a version of this as a desert component at Christmas. It was one dome filled with a little bit of salted caramel and a small scoop of five spice ice cream. You can fill the chocolate balls with a range of fillings, maybe half caramel, half peanut butter, or a boozy ganache, possibilities are endless. Since making chocolate covered potato chips I've become a complete convert to the microwave method of tempering chocolate, it is fast easy and the results are really good.
Salted caramel
- 100 g sugar
- 40 g butter
- 60 ml cream
- salt to taste
Chocolate balls
- bar of white chocolate
- bar of dark chocolate
Step 1
Since you need the caramel to be at room temperature or colder before filling the chocolate balls, it is best to prepare it in advance. Put the sugar in a heavy saucepan over medium high heat and patiently wait for it to caramelize. Do not stir... however tempting. I find I do get away with a bit of a swirl of the pan near the end.
Step 2
As soon as all the sugar has caramelized you can add the butter sliced in a couple of pieces. The caramel will start to fizz up, keep stirring until the butter is dissolved.
Step 3
Now add the cream, it will once again bubble quite violently, just keep stirring. Let this cook for about 2 minutes and take off the fire. Now add about a quarter teaspoon, or big pinch of salt and stir through. Dip the back of a cold spoon into the caramel and let cool, now taste. I personally like a little more salt so I add an extra pinch. The caramel is now done and can be poured into a heatproof bowl. Set aside while you make the chocolate balls.
Step 4
Chop your chocolate finely with a big sharp knife. Take three quarters of the chocolate and put in a microwave save dish. You want it to be mostly melted with perhaps one or 2 chunks left. White chocolate takes the least time to melt, one minute for me, dark chocolate can have a little more, 90 second or so. Take the chocolate out half way to see how its going and give it a little stir. Take out of the microwave and add the rest of the chocolate and stir until this chocolate has melted. A couple of chunks left in the chocolate is fine, and guarantees your chocolate has never been too hot.
Step 5
Take a teaspoon of the molten chocolate and let it drip of your spoon, once it is a small ribbon use this to go Jackson Pollock on the mould.
Step 6
Now temper the contrasting chocolate in the same way. The white chocolate needs 10 minutes to set and the dark chocolate you use as the main dome can also cool off a little during this time. Now take a teaspoon of chocolate and drop into the middle of the mould. Use a teaspoon to spread out. Let cool in a cool place that isn't a fridge to harden. Once set just pop the chocolate out of the mould.
Step 7
Now take a teaspoon of caramel and fill the domes, press together to make the balls.
PS, below is a link to the baking sheet I used.


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Feb 24, 2013|
WEEI.com's Chris Price joins Pete Sheppard to discuss how they Pats fill their needs this offseason and how they defense showed signs of improvement over the latter half of the season. They focus on what they Pats may do in the draft and how'll they'll handle their free agents.
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-- speech it's speech until 461777. -- 7937. Told Moscow packages scored for the Florida Panthers notes two to one. Late in the first period registered -- they have a flash. Goals from a Lucic and -- It was 77797937. Texas 37937. We'll get back the poem called just a little bit -- check in with our own WEEI dot com Chris rice who's down. In beautiful Indianapolis it's always beautiful in in late February at the -- my -- Chris. -- protested but it's been awhile but -- I could tell yeah I love the column that you wrote. Recently that maybe a couple of maybe ten days ago about the before -- into the com myself about the patriots defense. And he broke everything down. About how much it had improved since last season I thought it was a terrific piece that you did. Think that it really appreciate when you go beyond the circuit numbers that mean we can all look at the general numbers. The other the the last out -- backing it up you go the other number you go. Beyond that -- really look at those numbers and you look at the performance needed eighteen to team you know even drive to drive. The numbers are considerably better in their early -- and art direction. But certainly another episode just what they wanna get on the way bush this kid the offensive line from Arkansas Pine Bluff that -- like -- a 4540. What was that. A bit beat up the appointment of the group. You're our movement out -- mean you look at guys like that the bluntly on -- heroic ultimately job -- -- Keep in Oklahoma who started at the quarterback moved to tighter now we got to tackle this week year. Yeah we are brilliant at the drop out -- Colorado and Indy. -- your -- forgotten the -- to be sent to tackle the proper deployment there's a real strong possibility to cubic feet could he went to local data in him. With a number one pick overall so you -- the bigger guys the guys who. You know you don't expect him to be moved an outlet. They're put up some really good numbers in the forties. Before it's become my supplement to -- as she quickly. What do you think is gonna happen with a franchise tag you think it's going to be to leave him what he -- gut reaction. -- or gut instinct what it about Wes Welker what's gonna happen here I just can't believe that the gonna lose this guy. No I think in an inappropriate out of about a week or so wept and I think they're gonna. When it comes to Welker to leak all over again attacked what they're gonna side who are regular what do you think so we got to leave because the patriots you know their. It never -- The money on deep at the back universe that people never PPP had to back. Ten million dollars for 41 your work be compiled log or don't let it be economic users went deep -- dramatically collapsed in years. But I don't need to lead in the first eat figure quarterback -- -- -- political agreement. Where they keep him. 856. You'll Arctic really a year whether you'll late signing bonus that impeccable work but I I think right now -- -- -- until you leave. I think he signed former because of all first. -- -- its value really on the market in contributed to look at the Waco vocal about unity about the surgery in I think the -- agree with it in Booker comes back I am with you you I don't think it -- Kuwait. It Welker leads this team for the short you'll benefit the printer -- to -- -- I think you need walker -- at least one Morsi. OK so say you're correct about to leave and and and with the and we don't know what's gonna happen would that murder prosecutors is not asking for jail time but still you still have Roger Goodell to think about and you still Bristol possibility. That invaluable prosecutions and ask him to jolt and it doesn't mean the judge asked to agree aware. What would happen Chris if if there's no better here and and old to leave that that that's that can be this year. Computer and it if you do you are some option but -- they get beat duke -- yet. -- value Al Arab region market with got a picture on rip their Brent Grimes. Are played the lead at the same time. You do that over to -- with a record I'd go quarterback you're probably the electorate is to position but you -- -- -- doctor court you know you can move guys around a little bit. -- a little -- depth there it's not. Quality not quality depth but it it it's not tested and that they -- all possibilities don't go around in the rapid import. Who worked nurtured a week. Who met the media worked earlier this week -- look good in network expressed an interest in playing for the secret that don't that they're currently -- at the to the next level but you -- out the option. Both in -- and -- -- in the draft. When it's -- it back into historically. I think it would be more inclined that they go after free agent because of their problems drafting developing eat at the back. But again they're about to go our ballclub. Why it's a little scary we talk about according going back to quarterback how much or build I mean. It in an emergency session -- situation I agree like it happened last year a couple times but I don't think that's what I don't think that's the best. Option for this team mr. Adam go back to quarterback because they can't find somebody to replace -- I think that's. We'll be kind of a scary situation and I think there has been major concern. The only major concerns I've had -- he would spell check drafting is with the with with wide receiver and state and not a defensive backs. It had a horrible track record here. So I can now be nice to. Fix the situation I -- the last 34 years every you know they've gotten better in the second half of the secondary it's obvious for a lot of reasons you just stated. It be nice though Crist wants to start the season. Where you look at the secondary. And say you know what this is pretty good as they really have been the same quarterbacks in the -- they left. I agree I agree I don't -- that there at that thought they out there right now but he -- So what they need really -- portrait accurate article but I think some consistency that the not to pick orbited the Q how did you do your lecture. When to leave with help be -- run a group out there that it will be compared to order a accordion Gregory seat he now you have options but. And again and credence in the draft look at the guys wrote you'll you know again shall let Brent Grimes. If you decide not to bring it back but again you know an outlet -- -- yet you obsolete coming back at less money but and it went -- told me once you know -- a coach and a contract. The first one unique name -- when you make money to hurt when he maker legacy -- that go into second contract. You -- -- should -- look at that -- at -- don't think it's gonna happen you're going. Why did it in the gamble the pages might be willing to take up and I just I'm back in my mind is always one knucklehead out there Chris and over pays for is for players there's always -- 31. Yet that that they're really that they -- anything piece though what we saw from the lead over the second the people again when he would -- be easy you'll really out of a lot this accurately think. The depth in the secondary with exposed. We went down in the first app earlier championship he let them what -- mercenary or hatred and -- get -- -- elected to lead. -- at all Coke order but you would be able to catapult their real impact on the depth chart. In that extra body -- them a little bit of extra support they're secondary if you lose the -- how to -- find a little replica of. Yes absolutely and especially if the question marks about that in a what do you what do you think it's gonna happen we're -- and do you think. Saying he doesn't get any jail time in the Lincoln Nebraska. Do you think Roger Goodell imposed any other additional suspensions anyway it's because rocker and the door. At this point are there there's no real feeling what it up and they're not -- the people under the league regular -- -- it in their belief that. You will not be suspended because that doesn't fall under Roger -- Eat your jurisdiction really -- -- book or you wouldn't -- well to beat the -- them. You're going to be illegal in our division it's very aware. They're not detail I -- here in the media featured in -- for which I think -- there's going to be some sort of yeah you don't -- on murder she led. Penchant yummy -- I. -- -- but a lot that they were there again to Madrid striker couldn't get in what they were getting into exactly but I I think that I think it's something. I don't know what it would do whether it's as to whether or maybe it's on the Olympic don't bring it into. -- opposite pocketbook because I -- up in Italy where they're really being knew what they were getting your argument when -- -- you. Some sort of week like -- and it's really -- Easter time predicting. He caught them they'll money because of the incidents in the league will look at it it looked at the guys who we have been trapped in the battleground delete your record -- -- -- -- several -- so caught an awful lot of money so. It -- all under the regular. Developed I've served in that aspect but. I think that it happened to I think that regard but are you going to -- Punished for what it. I'm so Mets I detail out you know all the -- Bermuda stuff that happens off the field these difficult front is the really it does not -- I know people some people around your gold -- -- over -- love the drama all that. I could care less -- careless and I wanna know why. You know I think pull him brought a good point and -- edited -- be asked him know what happened the Alabama game so I didn't watch it press coverage yesterday -- -- you were down their that messed that anybody talk football followed us all in all TMZ stuff. The typical what they entered the football part and that's where they -- but today it's -- minutes ago from you know pop culture on my third to prospecting and you really couple look at him. Through -- -- -- are removed all of that -- -- -- all -- drama you have to look at him insecure it. He can contribute to a lot of blogger who believe it's you'll be contributed the -- well it -- -- unfortunately but bring that you'll. As a rookie coach a shield him from the circuit the inevitable circuit it's gonna come along. We -- a guy like -- But there -- a lot of people who believe that there's a guy who is at the very you'd agree worst. With the third round knockout all. Before -- sold -- -- shot out of probably. More -- I'm hearing there's a lot of talk out your about him going all the more and her -- Oh Baltimore the early bird out of it like what he brings to the -- of that trip. Undersized or rich girl with a big heart a world leader in. I wrote about the date how jokingly but I looked at him at about oh -- seat belt beat the putrid all of the league critique him. -- a linebacker who does very well and -- or that in the future twelve Lackey let them. What that nickel linebacker in sub package -- to bring it out to Apatow beat you gonna get. They'll all the 29 where the secret -- but you know I I think ultimately. You know it's not a creep you are either -- -- the arc parking lot the -- I think he's going to be got to be contribute. At the next level in your -- Was bigger Christopher price of WEEI dot com -- -- the combine in Indianapolis and Lucas Oil less stadium. So from a pitcher Sam Boyd any other people that you're hearing about jumping out that you are -- for -- -- not paper standpoint. With a big name with a big what's the big buzz I read about some of the wide receivers. That have looked pretty good but I always have a caution flag up Chris about the about the speed the data four yard dash time because as you know there's a big difference -- com -- -- -- and actual football speeded up you put Wes Welker or -- like when Quebec in the past and some of these situations just in pure running and rocketed -- to do well but in the game. And actual real time football speed makes a big difference. You have but I brought up Specter went between -- to -- our -- -- the patriots look or when it comes to accepting the prospect partner is not so much that property he. But they're building in something called the three cone drill and that really stresses agility foot work. You look at the guys that they've gone after the last few years going back almost ten years. Those are all are -- -- bird well the record -- either after pro day orchard become by. I looked -- -- -- guys like Wes Welker I like even check Jack and going back there and they don't. All being looked at his footwork it and -- and immediately before doctor Julien government a great record broke out. -- that's that's that's the world and when you look at those positions -- number airport here. Those traditional eat position it's not sort of forty I'm a guy -- do well when that record drove up haven't bought the record earlier. The defeat at the backs like -- but there's some guy who we talked today. Decrypt that back wide receiver Ricky -- who worked yesterday who. Like the patriots. Who like to -- system and liked what they do agree that they actually talked to the putrid. Out burning coal patent. All over the last couple Egypt where -- personal -- -- the -- USC. Released physical Guidant playbook ordered city jacket and particularly the system. -- -- but in order or convert you didn't beat -- going to knowing god. But you -- back at Florida State in the first -- that you would direct. That you and the back at Florida the week as well we're at it you'll. You can very much that you speak for highly New England Belichick -- you can prepare. Under the -- immediately keeps jumping out of -- about -- that now that the question of whether or not he's good -- 29 because it. Its stock is really rising at that point and how might eat regular rates forty. -- nowhere illegal. -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- Who is absolutely obsessed with Wes Welker but other Wes Welker so muted yet they. On his iPad look to watch him play wants to deepen next Wes Welker -- look at her slot receiver. He put my interest like Alec got the. Marat says -- suffered in the and read that you have you brought that to me that they write about the about that situation by remember likelihood that it -- Egypt you know character witnesses -- -- repeat that people got a game and get it to sit down and talk with military get a steal in the way -- -- to those few minutes. You can get a sense there are these -- secret current players -- not in -- -- the -- at the registrar reeled off. Really standout from the as a real New England -- -- guy. So do you figure to go defensive back in the first round. Yeah I think they're gonna -- -- that the back at -- out through your goal is there any and obviously a lot of it in between now that the political decree to beat. -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- He knew that knowing that -- and below you'll be -- recorder hatred. Are you the possibility. I'll buy it yeah I think that they're gonna go eat at the back -- think they're gonna continue to build on that at the other all like liquid talk about or. There's no question that this team. Right now with the secondary -- to order NC eat it think you can address so the vote. It's you're pitcher in the drought in and again that person who sent to back up there it would -- -- -- -- For the to go where beautiful ball segment often -- make for the jets but what the hell they don't again what I visited there -- any truth at all to any of -- -- -- garbage. You know I think that there -- tradable chip or say that I think you're the guy will be able to bring the most in return they're looking to make -- trade because. You can sell a lot of team on the idea of you know Terrelle re in them you know for example if you can go to. But he go to air -- -- it looked you know -- you rivas to hurt your number one pick him you know whether you're down the road I. And so that you'd get it to the -- We don't have any other commodity. Or any other art but you don't have all the commodities that you can point to -- it would bring a lot treat a one thing that jumped out at me when we started the third new jets GM. With doctor talked into it. You said that part drop at the look for great player and bring in great player that's what order to YouTube. That are so many years. Bet you we're not about you collecting over the assembly in it big in the kept their focus on the players and then he got it now that. The -- -- still very much about he -- that just really struck me as a real contest between the with the -- stupid that's totally defeat that. Our Christmas price great stuff look forward to reading you a DJ beater down there almost for almost one you're down there. We're leaving tomorrow Gloria wrap up your speech from the perspective this afternoon so all the unity pretty much out of the way -- -- didn't work out carefully on Monday and Tuesday that all combat. When guys and a terrific job for W -- -- -- look forward to reading a mortgage stop remote that we talked a year down the road expressed. Turkey thanks a lot -- for price.


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School Scope
When all decisions flow without checks and balances from one source - be it a national leader, the head of a school system, the principal of a school, a union leader, an abusive member of a household - any form of dictatorship - the system inevitably fails. Decisions hatched in the mind of a super powerful person served by sycophants are not subject to the kind of vetting (like someone saying "are you out of your mind?") and lead to the "emperor without clothes" effect. Some kind of democratic process, often messy, is necessary to prevent the train from running loose down the tracks.
There's nothing like a trip to Prague and Budapest, a decade and a half out of the yoke of 40 years of Soviet domination, to get one to thinking about similarities to the BloomKlein invasion of the NYC school system. "Are you crazy?" said my wife as we strolled around these incredibly beautiful cities. "If you make this comparison people will think you are nuts." She's probably right, but here goes anyway.
The Czech Republic and Hungary were both part of the Soviet Empire that controlled Eastern Europe with an iron fist. Puppet governments were installed but the people saw themselves as invaded by an alien force and feelings of nationalism engendered an anti-Soviet mentality. When the yoke was lifted in 1989, a sense of freedom these nations had never known burst forth. Revolutions in Budapest (1956) and Prague (1968), both revolts suppressed by an invasion of hordes of Russian tanks - bullet holes still show on the walls some buildings - had turned these cities into the epicenter of resistance to Soviet control.
Hungary is about to celebrate the 50th anniversary of their Revolution, which lasted from Oct. 23 to Nov. 4, 1956. Being there two weeks before this celebration had an impact.
While on the trip I read "The Incredible Lightness of Being," Czech writer Milan Kundera's story of a Czech doctor during the "Prague spring" of 1968 when freedom blossomed and the aftermath of the suppression by the Soviets that August.
Kundera writes, "Anyone who thinks that the Communist regimes of Central Europe are exclusively the work of criminals is overlooking a basic truth: the criminal regimes were made not by criminals but by enthusiasts convinced they had discovered the only road to paradise..."
Tomas, a brilliant surgeon, is demoted to window washer after the Soviet repression because of a letter to the editor he wrote to a literary magazine during the Prague spring. In the letter, Tomas criticized the apparatchiks (blindly loyal bureaucrats) who had condemned Czech citizens charged with a variety of fabricated crimes and then later claimed they didn't know and were just following orders. Kundera claims it is irrelevant whether they knew or not. "The main issue is whether a man is innocent because he didn't know. Is a fool on the throne relieved of all responsibility merely because he is a fool? Isn't his 'I didn't know! I was a believer!' at the very root of irreparable guilt?"
Let me digress to a story of a NYC teacher who contacted me shortly before I left. Jason (a pseudonym), who has been teaching a number of years, was ordered by his administrators to teach in a certain restricted style in which he was not only uncomfortable, but truly felt was not in the best interests of the education of his students. He refused. The result was a vicious attack by school administrators, coordinated by a new principal who had recently graduated from the Leadership Academy - often compared by teachers serving under the yoke of these graduates as a KGB training ground.
Jason was threatened with a U rating, received visits from regional supervisors, threats of termination, manipulation of personnel that had him at the point of being excessed out of the school, and other techniques taught in the dungeons of the Leadership Academy. Assistant principals who had been supportive and knew him for years turned on him on a dime - the classic response of apparatchiks, the same way Tomas' boss behaved in the novel. nThe struggle reached the point where Jason was pretty much out the door. Realizing he had to think of his wife and kids, he capitulated. He told them he would teach as they wanted him too. (Need I say the union was useless throughout?)
The day Jason gave in, he sat in his car and cried, the first time he had done so as an adult. He just saved his job - you might think they were tears of joy. They were not. Jason cried for having been forced to give up his integrity; for being forced to do what years of experience told him in his marrow was wrong for his students; for being forced to choose between family and principle; for basically losing his profession.
The people who hounded him were smug and satisfied in their "victory" and they now parade Jason around as a model teacher. But they are really parading their conquest as an example to all the others. Jason laughs with irony, knowing full well a crime has been perpetrated against both he and the students he teaches. This battle took a lot out of him and has dissipated some of his passion for teaching. Whether you were in Eastern Europe from the late 40's through the late 80's or in the current DOE, passion outside the narrow box of orthodoxy is degraded, not valued.
Did putting Jason through the ringer benefit his students? Apparatchiks who are "True Believers" - Leadership Academy grads and Kundera's "Fools" - will shout, in unison, "Yes, Children First." The mentality and behavior of the "True Believers" at the DOE and in totalitarian states are similar and their tactics are scarily familiar.
The Assistant Principals who knew what a good teacher Jason was before and know it is all a crock will claim they were just following orders. Kundera would say they are all fools.
I can't tell you how many similar stories I am hearing, with many people saying, "Now, it's just a job." Or worse, ending up in the Gulag of the DOE - the rubber room.
One day someone will write: "First they came for the senior teachers near retirement; then they came for the non-tenured; then they came for the people who could not produce the results they wanted; then they came for those who could not turn straw into gold; when they came for me, there was no one left."
Maybe when the iron curtain at the DOE is lifted post BloomKlein and the fear of speaking out against these "state" crimes is over there will be a day of retribution. Meanwhile, the School Scope columns must suffice.
Coming soon: What lies beneath - how the apparatchiks at the UFT tried to outdo the DOE when Jason attempted to give out literature critical of the union leadership.


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For some of you who don't know, Star Wars Weekends at Disney World is a big deal event for the 501st. Troopers get to march in a parade through Hollywood Studios to the adoration of fans. :) Well, this year, there was a little bit of a twist! Normally "face" characters (Leia, Vader, Solo, Jango, Boba) aren't allowed to march from the 501st because Disney has their own characters. Luckily for us....BOBA was allowed to be from the 501st this year! Woohoo! Three of us got to march, one each day of the weekend, and the trend looks to continue! I got the Sunday slot (which was a last minute thing, but I am SO glad I did). I don't have pics of me marching right now; hopefully that will change, but I did get a few in the change area.
It was a real blast! Also, I got a chance to meet Boba (Webchief); great to see you there! We had a lot of fun, and I hope the Bobas in the next few weeks can get a chance to throw some pictures up here.


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*New to the promotion, so kinda reviewing as I go here.
*Incredible impressed with your wrestling style right off the bat. Very good job of capturing both Michaels and Samoa Joe. The impending build between the two of them should be something special to see. Joe calling Shawn out on the contract clause as well was very well done, because it proves that Shawn really was out for himself when he screwed Van Dam at the PPV.
*The broadcast team of Styles and JBL is a very interesting one. Have you ever played off their real life issues before at the table, or do those not exist in the AOW world?
*Punk vs. Benjamin: I have no clue what the Hassan bounty is about, which is a danger of diving into a show fresh. I'll focus instead on the action...the feeling out process was well done, I really enjoy the use of a commercial break mid-match, as it adds to the realism of the match...not sure what Hagar and Nemeth's deal with the WGTT is, but I'd assume it has something to do with the AOW tag belts that Haas and Benjamin hold...love that finish with the counter of the Dragon Whip kick right into Punk's GTS for the pinfall. *** for the match. It gets hurt from going any higher due to the nature of the finish, with the involvement of the outside interference.
*Definitely dig the fact that you use the commentators after the match to put over the storyline purposes of everything happening. The problem I see is that if they are there for post match, why not consider having them call the match in the format you currently have already as well.
*Curious as to where that Hassan thing is going. I really enjoyed the Muhammad Hassan character, so I look forward to seeing how you use him in AOW.
*Short and sweet with Joe and RVD, and apparently those two are good pals, because this is the second time you've mentioned them together. First being when Joe mentioned RVD in his deal with Michaels earlier in the show.
*If I had to venture a guess, I'd say Carlito, but either way it's a good visual on the segment to hype whomever it is.
*Jericho and Lashley in the same stable. Jericho is my favorite wrestler, but I will openly admit to not liking Bobby Lashley, so we'll see how you play them off each other...will be interested to see how that conversation with Jericho will effect Ken Doane's career there.
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*Evans vs. Doane: Well, it's definitely a statement to Jericho that Doane was able to pin Evans inside of five minutes. And the shorter match makes sense since the first one went over twelve between Punk and Shelton. Not sure how I feel about Doane using a RKO as his finish, when he has probably the best guillotine leg-drop in pro wrestling. *1/2 for the match.
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1. What will students gain from this program of study?
Students will gain an understanding of how the physical, biological, and chemical processes operate in the natural environment of the Earth, and comprehend the complex connections and interactions among these processes. Students will learn the necessity of conserving our natural resources for maintaining and improving the quality of human life and students will develop a sense of service toward promoting environmental stewardship for future generations.
2. Is there anything unique or special about UIW's offering of this program?
The Environmental Science program provides a comprehensive liberal arts education with a unique core curriculum connected with a broad-based and in-depth education in biology, chemistry, geology, and physics.
3. Who is this program designed for ?
The Environmental Science degree program is designed for students who wish to receive a comprehensive environmental science education for the purpose of research into and management of Earth's natural resources, and for promotion of environmental protection of these resources for public health and welfare.
4. What types of jobs/professions or post-graduate work can a student graduating from this program hope to get?
A student graduating from the Environmental Science program may find employment with local, state, or federal agencies that deal with the protection, management, and regulation of natural resources. Such agencies include the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission, Texas Parks and Wildlife, and other state and federal employers. Students may also find employment with private firms and companies involved with environmental consulting that includes assessment, remediation, and environmental law. In general, graduates employed in the public or private sector may find themselves working on diverse projects such as surface and ground water pollution, soil contamination from hazardous wastes, disposal of hazardous and nuclear wastes, urban development and expansion, remediation and cleanup at Superfund sites, identification of potential geological hazards, and conservation of biodiversity.
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The Environmental Science program philosophy seeks to develop in the student an appreciation of the Earth's fragile ecosystems through education and understanding of the Earth's biosphere. The student learns to critically analyze and evaluate environmental problems and issues, and identify possible solutions compatible with the needs and requirements of all life within the environment.


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Interview with Podcasters and Bloggers #3
I have been watching the dancing woodworker and his safety guy for a long while now. Chad Stanton has offered a good show with a whole lot of entertainment. Chad was nice enough to respond to my request for an interview.
Chad's show covers a wide range of topics and woodworking help. He adds a bit of humor in his production to make sure your awake and paying attention. There are joinery tips, furniture construction, tool ideas and cabinetry, amongst a lot more. Chad is informative and a friendly kind of guy.
Chad was very helpful to respond to me when I was having a problem. I know his schedule was full because he had just picked up a gig with the American Woodworker magazine. His help was very appreciated.
Chad is all over the internet. He has a YouTube channel, woodworking blog, his business site, he is a Lumberjock and everywhere. You will find him in the American Woodworker magazine.
Chad was happy to ask a few questions.
1. What was the influence that brought you to woodworking?When I was in the seventh grade, I took an industrial arts class. We made a pop cap opener. It had the opener attached to a piece of 1 by. And a little box at the bottom to catch the cap. Of course that was when pop came in glass bottles. It was an easy project. All we used was a bandsaw and belt sander. But I was hooked. That summer i managed to buy a cheap little black and decker band saw, and i used the neighbor's belt sander to make more of them over the summer. I can't really say I sold a lot. But i had fun making them. Hummmmm…. seems much hasn't changed today.:-)
2.What was your start, where are you at now, and where do you want to go in woodworking?
Professionally I started about 15 years ago. But I never stopped woodworking since the seventh grade. I used to be an ASE certified mechanic. I love working with my hands. But I hate grease, and there was a certain element missing from automotive that i just couldn't put my finger on until years later. I had a good job. I spearheaded the world of front wheel drive half shafts. The remanufacturing of them was new territory, and i was given the position to research it. It was new and exciting. I became a big player back then. I wrote a nationwide catalog for it, and even helped Dana Corporation do a globe catalog. But the excitement began to fade. So i made a bold move. I quit at the peak of my career. I had no job to go to, and within a few weeks my money ran dry. With 14 dollars left in my pocket, i made flyers stating "handyman" and hung them in a rich neighborhood. I got my first job repairing tile. I knew nothing of tile. So on the way over to do and estimate i stopped at the library, thumbed through a book, and learned enough do to a fair estimate. After that i lived in the library learning all i could. I did handyman repairs and eventually got my contractors licenses. Now as a contractor i was doing remodeling and finally using my woodworking skills. That is where i realised it wasn't just working with my hands, that i enjoyed. I realised it was the creative aspect of the job i missed. Automotive you troubleshoot the problem and make the repair. In contracting you troubleshoot the weak areas and can offer some creative alternatives. And in woodworking you combine everything, troubleshooting, creativity, and the pure joy of creating something with your own hands.
Where I'm at now, I'm 80% furniture making, 20% remodeling. But it is always changing based on the needs of my customers.
Where I plan on going? I don't really think of it much. I realise this is not a wise business plan, but i like to keep myself free to explore new opportunities that come along. I've had the opportunity to become a contributing editor for American Woodworker Magazine, I've been featured in the Craftsman Experience, I've had the pleasure of doing national videos for Titebond, Irwin, and Elmer's Glue. What else is out there, who knows. But even if nothing else came along, I can say I'm thankful for it all and I've enjoyed every minute of it.
3. Are there any major influences that you lean towards in your work?
There isn't any one person that has influenced me, however there are certain styles which i like and I'm sure that influences my furniture design. I like Asian style, as well as Chippendale, and Greene and Greene. (which evolved from China) I like to put some kind of curve into each of my pieces. I curve in a rather straight and square piece seems to soften the look and add more character to it.
Each piece I make is very dear to me. It was a journey of past, present and future. Knowing I was able to make something that gave life, shade and shelter and now transform it into something with a specific task, yet with beauty and style, is a process that I will always give proper tribute to doing.
4. Humor is a big influence in your podcast. Do you and Dan cut up as well while you're working?
Dan Kine, (Safety Dan) is a good friend of mine. He doesn't really work for me. The first few videos I did he felt I was really onto something different. He asked if he could be in one. I took some time to think of a character he could play. And well, the rest is history. He has a loyal fan base.
I take a lot of time planning and scripting the videos. I even draw storyboards of what each angle should be for each scenes in the video. This takes extra time up front, but it makes filming a lot easier and I think it gives a more polished look when it's edited. It also leaves more time for Dan and I to have fun while filming.
I work alone on remodels or furniture making. And I am quite serious when it comes to my work. I'd have to be, right? I mean, who would hire the character i play to work on their home?:-)
5. What advice would you tell a starting woodworker?
I'd tell them to not make the mistake i made. I spent much of my youth watching the New Yankee Workshop. I was convinced that to be a good woodworker i needed those machines. I also thought, once I had the machines I could make everything just like Norm. I used to laugh at the Woodwright Shop, because I felt there was no value in it. Well now I'd like to think I've become an enlightened woodworker. I would tell a new person to buy good hand tools. Learn to hone the details only hand tools can give you. Then add the power tools to make the laborious tasks easier and faster. Using only power tools, in my opinion, makes you an operator not a skilled craftsman.
6. What is on your mind right now?
I love hot sauce. The hotter the better. I put it on everything. I recently discovered hot sauce on pancakes is good. Don't believe me? Try it. Some things it's not good on, coffee. Somethings it's so so on, bananas and brownies. Now I'm looking for what else it can go on.
Gr8 interview Dave. Chad has a good time, and it moves on to his watchers. I think fun goes right along the side of serious
great interview Dave ,really enjoyed it
I have known Chad for a while now. He is a great guy and is always willing to help me out with woodworking projects. He really knows his stuff, a real craftsman. Dan is pretty cool too. Those two crack me up!
That was a great interview. I espacially related to the "learn hand tools" portion. I have most of the machines needed/wanted. I now need to add to my assortment of hand tools and learn how to use them properly. Yeah, I too fell for the "Norm Factor", get the machines be a woodworker. There is soooo much more to it than that!!!
Hey Dave – another good one. I need to watch some of Chad's videos – sounds like a funny guy. And maybe try some hot sauce n the pancakes!
Thanks for bringing this all together.


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Theater review: The Red Poppy Ladies: Mulan the Musical. At The Peter Jay Sharp Theater. Created and performed by Red Poppy Ladies' Percussion. 1hr 20mins. No intermission.
In the ancient Chinese legend of Mulan, a brave girl poses as a boy in order to take her ailing father's place in the army. So it's fitting that the Red Poppy Ladies—China's first and only all-female percussion troupe—share her heroic tale, since even in the West, drumming is still often thought of as a male pursuit.
But putting aside the nifty feminist implications, Red Poppy is, essentially, a novelty act: A dozen young, nubile girls in attractive outfits who really know how to bang a gong—not to mention tables, drums, the floor, pretty much anything. They're impressive percussionists, effortlessly executing tightly choreographed routines peppered with kung fu, their limbs flying so fast they look like Kali.
As cultural spectacle, Mulan is satisfying entertainment. As a musical, it misses the mark. There are no traditional songs, no dialogue and no real characterizations, and production values are poor. If not for the title and the captions projected onto the back wall, you'd never know this was the story of Mulan. Heck, you wouldn't know there was a story at all. (Those who know the tale from the Disney movie will surely be confused.) Mulan is a figure who always marched to the beat of her own drum, and here she gets to do that literally. Too bad her rhythm never really gets you.—Raven Snook
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Are you in your 40's and beyond and ready for fulfillment and contribution?
At this point in your life, the world may feel like it's unfolding again. In the space that's opening up, new ideas and possibilities are likely to be swirling and beckoning.
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But after 13 years as an entrepreneur, I've realised some truths. Self-doubt often comes along for the ride with you, but you needn't let it take the wheel. You have experience and knowledge to share. And you've learned a lot of valuable lessons that can shorten the journey for others - Next Chapter businesses are often built on skinned knees.
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The new MLB Network will be showing the MLB Urban Invitational game on Saturday. The first game between Bethune-Cookman and San Diego will start at 5pm Eastern time. The second game will feature San Diego State led by MLB legend Tony Gwynn taking on Southern University at 8:30pm. So if you are stuck home like I am in New England, these are some of the best games available on your cable provider. If you know of any free webcasts feel free to post a link to them in the comment section of this post.
Tennessee vs Oregon State Webcast
Stanford vs Vanderbilt Webcast
Both games are free.
I was all set to watch Tennessee-Oregon State, but it turns out that Sunday's game was cancelled due to winter weather conditions.
Stanford-UC Riverside is supposed to be available from cbssports.com, but when I click the link, I get a window about installing Micro$oft Silverlight.
That stinks….Vanderbilt might play today and they usually do free webcasting.
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Andrew Dean necesitaba un nuevo diseño de logotipo y lanzó un concurso de diseño en 99designs.
Un ganador ha sido elegido entre 206 diseños de 65 diseñadores freelance.
UK start-up needs visually memorable logo for a new company within the group:
UK Converters Ltd
UK Converters (on behalf of) Longcombe Group
Long-established UK Group converting and printing specialist plastics is starting a converting/distribution arm for both sheet and on-roll materials. We need a logo initially but other work could follow. Possible hints: distribution, speed, geographic spread though these are not restrictive.
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UK Converters Ltd
- Our house colour is Royal Blue
- We like clean, clever, memorable logos (see longcombe.co.uk)
- Multi-colour not necessary - though tints/screens of Royal Blue acceptable.
- Logo will be used mainly on web - white background
- Company name could be beneath logo - but not essential
- vector graphics
- Logo is for UK Converters Ltd
- Nothing too elaborate - don't like fuss
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One of the world's great historic cities, Lincoln is a place where ancient architecture blends together seamlessly with modern living.
The University of Lincoln campus is found in the heart of the city on the Brayford waterfront. Across the marina, along the Brayford waterfront, continental style cafes are found overlooking the water.
Mere minutes' walk away, the city centre area of Lincoln is a blend of old and new, where Tudor beamed tea rooms nudge up against modern bistros. At the top of Lincoln's Steep Hill is the city's old quarter, home to the thousand year-old Cathedral and medieval castle. Independent businesses line its cobbled streets, including art galleries, delicatessens, vintage boutiques and antique book shops.
The fusion of old and new, ancient and contemporary, makes Lincoln an exciting place to live and study.