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I sighed. Another day of hiding my home life from everyone at school. If only they knew, I thought to myself sadly. No, I told myself,no-one will have anything useful to say about what to do.
Walking quickly towards my first class, I pulled out my books and pen that i needed for psychology. I smiled to myself. When I get away from my parents, I want to be a psychologist. I want to help people like me get through what they're suffering, I thought decidedly.
Forcing a smile to the class to hide how I really felt, I began to focus on the class. She was talking about how to need to act to an insecure person who you are talking to. She picked on me to tell her my opinions. This is what I loved about psychology I think, your answer can never be wrong and that's what's I'm not used to. At home, I'm always told I'm wrong no matter how hard I try to be right. "Jade, can you please tell us all your opinion on the topic?" Ms Swift asked nicely. Ms Swift had to be my favorite teacher by far because she was sympathetic with everyone's petty little problems: no matter how annoying the person was or how unimportant the problem actually turned out to be.
"I think you need to be sympathetic, Miss" I answered, "you need to act like you understand but if you say 'I know what you're goingthrough' when you actually don't, you could end up making it worse as they may end up calling you a liar or something. I think as well as being careful about what you say, you also need to build a relationship up with the victim as then they'll trust you more that way." I nodded to myself whilst smiling slightly.That's exactly what you need to do, I thought to myself. Y'see, I've been to loads of psychologists as, each time my parents were sober enough to think, they said I was crazy and sent me to some random person, who I could tell didn't want to hear my problems, three times a week! Since it was clear they didn't want to know, I wouldn't co-operate. I refused to tell them what was happening and I just set my jaw in place and sat in silence for those three hours each week.
"That's a brilliant theory you have there, Jade" Ms Swift replied, smiling at me widely. That statement was soon followed by the bell ringing, signalling the end of class, and the teacher dismissing us. We all chucked our things in our bags but, just as I was about to leave, I got called back. "I was just wondering Jade ... Is everything okay? I mean, when you answered you seemed like you knew from experience." I do, I thought to myself before forcing a smile onto my face and replying, "Everything is just fine Miss" and waving over my shoulder on the way out the classroom towards my next class.
This is kind of a routine by now. Come into school, force myself to tell everyone I was fine, go home again. For some reason though, today was different.
Arriving home, I had decided that I might as well be very sensible to him and not make any sarcastic comments that will cause him to get violent. "Jade, go up to your room and don't come out until supper, do you understand?" my father shouted from the living room. I could smell the alcohol and the cigarette smoke from the other end of the hallway.
"Okay!" I shouted over the blare of the television. There must be a football match on tonight.Oh great, I thought to myself, that means his obnoxious 'friends' will be here soon. Little does he know they only come over here for three reasons: to touch me, for the free beer and for the free smoke. I sighed and shook my head.How stupid can you get Father?
Once up in my room, I bolted the door and pulled out my laptop to write my daily blog under the anonymous name of none-of-your-business. I currently know of 328 nosy people that are subscribed to my blog just 'to see what you come up with next'; to put it in their words. I scoffed.As if I could make all of this up, I thought to myself,If only they knew.I began to type.
Blog 1,097...... Not a lot to report ... Yet.
Okay so, so far, not a lot has happened. It was pretty normal for me up until I got here after school. I got to school having only been slapped once and that was because I undercooked his toast! Can you believe that? How unfair! I got through school with, as usual, all the teachers and some of the pupils asking if I was okay. I said I was. I lied again. When arriving home it got weird. Instead of the usual abuse, I only got "go to your room and don't come out till supper, do you understand?" and I was just thinking WHAT?! And then I smelt the smoke and the alcohol and I heard the television. A football match is on tonight which means I now have to put up with his obnoxious fake friends touching me. Thank God I have a bolt on my door! Okay, I gotta go. I wanna check out boxing clubs. I wanna be able to defend myself.
Bye for now,
That has become my blog signature over the three-and-a-bit years I've been doing this for. It makes it slightly more personal without giving away who I am. It was perfect.
After shutting down my work, I opened my web browser and typed 'boxing clubs in Norwich, England' into the search bar. I got several results but I just clicked straight into the first one which said 'Get Fit Fast, Become A Boxer'.Brilliant, I thought to myself as I clicked through the membership links to join. I grabbed my card and entered the details where I needed to. When the screen showed I had joined, I smiled to myself before closing the laptop and putting it away.
Just as I began to relax, I heard the door open and shut downstairs, followed by one of them, Derek I think, tell my father he was gonna come and use the bathroom.Oh God, I thought to myself forebodingly,this is gonna be a long night.


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Now stir in a little more butter and a little bit of cream. Hey, it's the holidays! We're pretty much required to eat things with butter and cream! Swirl it all around until everything is nice and warmed through, and add a little more salt and red pepper if you think it needs it.
And with that, you are done! Elegant, easy, and you have spent a grand total of about 15 minutes in your kitchen and the rest of the time schmoozing with your wonderful guests.
I'm particularly partial to the one with the bow on his head, although I do love the other guy to bits.
I like to serve this with oven-roasted asparagus, but it would also be scrumptious spooned over rice with a side salad as well. Either way, both you and your lucky guests are going to get the gift of both a delicious and festive dinner and more time with YOU. Now that's what I call a happy holiday!
- 2 cups chardonnay or other full-bodied white wine
- 2 shallots, minced
- 3 tablespoons butter
- Salt to taste
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne, or to taste
- 1½ to 2 pounds large shrimp
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Chopped parsley for garnish
- Combine wine, shallots, 2 tablespoons butter, a large pinch of salt and cayenne pepper in a large skillet. Bring to a boil over high heat, turn heat down and simmer until the wine is reduced to about ½ cup, about 10 minutes.
- While sauce reduces, peel and butterfly shrimp.
- When sauce is reduced, add shrimp to skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until cooked through, about 3 minutes. Stir in remaining butter and cream and stir until heated through. Add more salt and cayenne pepper as needed. Divide shrimp among plates, spoon sauce over the top, garnish with parsley and serve.
Recipe slightly adapted from The New York Times

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The Voyager Inn, Anchorage
- Free full breakfast and WiFi
Main amenities
- 40 smoke-free guestrooms
- Children's pool
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- Self parking
- 24-hour front desk
- Coffee/tea in a common area
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Self-parking costs USD 15.00 per day with in/out privileges
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The hotel is older but it is charming & very comfortable. We walked everywhere and felt our vehicle was safe parked in lot across hotel. The staff is very friendly and made our stay memorable.
Everything was clean and comfortable. I wish pet fee is cheaper, so I would take my dog with us.
It was a perfect choice. This was my first stay here and everything was great the room, robes, kitchen, breakfast( which goes till 10), full length door that opens to the false balcony was perfect for fresh air, everything was nice. All around I would stay again definitely. I would also recommend to a friend.
The staff was fabulous and very very helpful with everything the fact that it shares space with the captain cook was an added surprise the only problem was no bellman to help with my luggage but other guests and staff gave me a hand can't wait to stay there again. Big rooms too
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Lost Child: Prologue - Chapter 2
Book by: Hinamori Amu
Status: Finished
Genre: Other
Chapter1 (v.1) - Lost Child: Prologue - Chapter 2
Lost Child
By: Hinamori Amu
Trish was in the car waiting for her parents to come back from the gas station when suddenly she heard a loud BANG sound. She looked out of the car window and saw her parents lying on the ground…with red blood on their faces. She wanted to go out of the car to help her parents, so she unlocked the car doors and stepped outside. She ran to her parents, with tears rapidly rolling down her cheeks. She knelt down next to her parents yelling out from the top of her lungs asking for help.
A man walked by and saw her desperately trying to call someone for help. He ran to her and called the ambulance right away. Soon, the ambulance car went to their place and place Trish's parents onto a rolling bed. Trish was crying and sobbing loudly calling her parents back.
The man asked where her house was so he could take her there. He drove her to the house and dropped her off, where Trish's relative were standing in the front living room with surprised faces. They all came out to hug her and they asked where her parents were. She told them what happened and all of them were shocked about what happened. Trish's relatives decided to take care of her (pay for her to go to school, take her to after school classes, etc.)
From that day forward, Trish was scarred for life and was a lonely girl who always wanted revenge on the person who killed her parents…
Chapter 1
"Friends" Is Not the Problem
I opened my eyes and looked at the clock. 6:22, which was the usual wake up. I rubbed my eyes to clear my vision and got out of bed. I looked in the mirror and saw that my eyes were puffy and red.
Maybe I have puffy eyes because of the incident last night…
It felt like a gloomy morning but then I had to get up. Why? The reason was school, that's why. I really wanted to lie on my bed for at least a couple more hours and drink hot chocolate with mini marshmallows, watching TV with the heater on, since it was a gloomy and cold day.
"Oh God, please let it snow, REALLY, REALLY, HARD today!!!" I said.
Yup, that was me, the lazy person who doesn't like school all that much but coincidently, one of the smartest kids in 6th grade. That's weird huh? Anyway, I got out of bed, took a shower, and changed my clothes. My aunt made me a special breakfast, which was pancakes with blueberries and chocolate chip with extra syrup and whipped cream. I quickly ate my breakfast and dashed out the door to walk to school with my friend, Lillian.
Lillian was my best, best, best, best, best, best, best, best, best friend ever!!! She walks me to school and walks me home from school. Also, we live across the block from each other and go to the same school. How cool is that?
But today, I felt like I didn't want to talk to anyone. I felt really excited going with Lillian, but I also feel like I don't want to go with her, because I feel upset and scared.
When I walked with her, I kept silent. She kept asking me if I was ok and I either stayed quiet or nodded my head yes. Finally she stopped walking and stayed still.
She said, "What's up Trish? Is there something wrong? You could tell me anything."
"Actually, I don't feel good to tell you now. Maybe I can tell you during lunch, ok?" I simply said.
"Sure. But tell me, like, right before we even start eating. I want to fix this problem of yours," she said.
I said, "Ok, but I don't think you can fix this problem…just saying. Also, this isn't about you at all!"
Soon, we reached school and we ran to our lockers. Luckily, right after they got to they took out their necessities, the bell rang. She waved bye to me and I waved back. She ran to Science and I ran to Core (a three period class: English, Reading/Writing, and History). I still felt VERY gloomy, and I started to drop my smile…although I did not know why…
Chapter 2
Curious People…
I went into Core class and my teacher greeted me. I forced my lips to smile. Yes, I literally had to FORCE my lips to smile. That's how bad my feelings felt. You can clearly tell that I was having a REALLY bad day if you were there to see me.
I went to my desk and sat down to get my Do-Now book to (obviously) start my Do-Now. It was a Monday, the day of the week I hated the most. My classmate next to me, Primrose, was looking at me as if she was asking me, "Are you ok today? You look super down today!" I smiled back palely as if saying (back), "Don't worry about me, I'm fine." I turned back to my book to work on my Do-Now, and so did Primrose. Even during the pledge of allegiance, I didn't say a single word of it. Soon, during Core, everyone including the teacher noticed that I was extra pale and a little bit green too. Everyone keeps asking if I was ok or not…which was really weird…my classmates had never ever been THAT nice to me. I wasn't popular either.
My teacher said, "Trish, are you ok? You are looking extremely pale today. What's wrong?"
"I'm feeling kind of queasy inside my stomach. Can I go to the restroom?" I said.
"Ok, sure. Just fill out your planner and bring it to me so I can sign ok?" my teacher simply said.
I went to my desk to get my planner and filled in the information needed. The reason that she let me go to the restroom that easily was because I was on her good side. A few other kids are also on her good side, but whoever isn't on her good side has to wait until passing to go to the restroom.
Anyway, my teacher signed my planner and I quickly went to the restroom. I went to the sink and look at myself in the mirror. I washed my face a couple of times and took a few deep breaths.
"There's nothing to worry about. Come on Trish. Just act natural and act as if nothing bad had happened. Please let me be myself, the humorous person that I know." I said to myself. I put a smile on my face and I went out of the restroom. As soon as I went out of the bathroom, I looked up into the sky.
"Mom, dad, please help me. I need some encouragement." I thought.
I entered into my Core class and heard something that made me still.
"OMG, have you heard the story about how the girl's two parents died at the gas station yesterday? I don't know who the girl was but my friend told me the story during our hangout yesterday. I want to find out who that girl was…" said one of my classmates.
"WHAT? HOW DID SHE KNOW ALREADY? IS SHE TRYING TO RUB IT IN MY FACE?" my brain screamed. I fell to my knees in front of my whole class and screamed!! I cried and sobbed as if it was the end of the world and that was the last day I could scream and cry. My teacher went up to me and said, "Why are you screaming so loudly? What happened?"
I kept crying and sobbing loudly. Everyone was quiet and shocked with wide open eyes. When my teacher tried to comfort me, I went crazy and pushed her away. I ran out of the classroom as fast as I could to get out of there. In the middle of the empty blacktop, I fell to my knees once again. I cried endlessly and desperately. Slowly, I felt like I was going to burst. Before I could even scream, I felt extremely dizzy. I stopped crying and gradually started to feel very weak. All of a sudden, everything started to blur and I closed my eyes. I had blacked out.
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Une maison familiale : confortable, pratique, pour toute la famille
The neighborhood grew from working-class roots, late 19th century Villa Crespo was home to factories and clothing manufacturers and a thriving Jewish community. Nowadays, Villa Crespo's streets are filled with a younger generation that realized the neighborhood's potential and have brought a new artistic and culinary scene, creating an exciting buzz for both locals and tourists.
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We took a sneak peak of how a fan of Olivia burton watch would wear hers. Sherlyn wears a Grey Enchanted Garden with silver details and gray patent leather strap. Her penchant for minimalistic and clean look is reflected on the colour combination. This timepiece has a touch of exquisite floral detailing on its dial complementing the silver rims and patent strap with a slight shine. The colour is neutral and she found great ease in matching with most of her outfits including denim. A classic piece for casual days and work days, this dial is 38mm wide and will sit on your arm beautifully.
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|Publication number
|Publication type
|Application number
|Publication date
|Dec 23, 2008
|Filing date
|May 22, 2006
|Priority date
|May 22, 2006
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|Andy K. F. Kaoh
|Original Assignee
|Kaoh Andy K F
|Export Citation
|BiBTeX, EndNote, RefMan
|Patent Citations (37), Referenced by (14), Classifications (5), Legal Events (2)
|External Links: USPTO, USPTO Assignment, Espacenet
1. Field of the Invention
The invention relates generally to signage devices, and more particularly, to lighting devices that simulate the appearance of a neon gas light sign with solid state light emitters.
2. Description of Related Art
Advertisers and business establishments make extensive use of neon lights to convey a message and their appearances have become acceptable to customers. The bright, uniform, and colorful light distribution emitted from a neon light attracts attention making neon signs a good advertising medium. Neon signs have been used extensively for close to one hundred years.
To construct a segment of a neon sign, an artisan can heat lead glass tubing using a small blow torch and can shape the lead glass tube into a desired shape. During the shaping process, the artisan attaches an electrode to each end of the tube. The artisan then attaches the tube to a manifold with a high quality vacuum pump. The pump evacuates air from the tube. During evacuation a high voltage pulse is applied to the electrodes resulting in arcing from one electrode the other creating a high temperature inside the tube. Dirt and other impurities gasify and are pumped out of the tube resulting in a very clean interior vacuum. The artisan then introduces into the tube one or more noble gasses such as Neon, Krypton, Xenon, Argon or Helium.
The gasses introduced into the tube effect the neon light color. Neon produces an orange red glow. Argon with a droplet of mercury produces an ultraviolet light. The interior can also be coated with a variety of phosphors that react to ultraviolet light and emit colored light in the visible spectrum. These components can provide polluting material that should be removed upon disposal of the signs.
After all the segments of the neon sign have been formed the artisan assembles the segments into a single structure. The artisan wires each segment of the neon sign by electrically coupling the electrodes to a transformer that steps the voltage up from 120 volts to somewhere between 3,000 and 15,000 volts.
Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) convert electrical energy into distinct colors of light. Tradition gallium arsenide LEDs emit red light when electrically stimulated. Advances in LED technology and material science have enabled semiconductor manufacturers to create very bright LEDs in a variety of colors. LED lighting offers numerous advantages over neon lighting. LEDs do not require transformers that step up voltages to dangerous levels instead LED's operate at low potentials of 3 to 24 volts. LED's can easily be packaged in a variety of safe materials and do not require large breakable tubular lead crystal structures. LED brightness can easily be controlled with very quick response allowing for visual effects not possible with neon lights. LED's may also be mass produced at low cost.
Those concerned with the use of neon signs have long recognized the need for more controllable, safer, less fragile and less expensive neon signs. The present invention significantly advances the prior art by simulating the bright uniform colorful appearance of a neon sign while using more efficient LED technology in unique housing configurations.
The present invention simulates the appearance of a neon sign. The invention comprises multiple housing portions composed of opaque and translucent materials and a plurality of LEDs arranged to produce light that propagates through the translucent portion of the housing. The housing portions mate to form a single rigid structure that surrounds the plurality of LEDs. The translucent portion has a shape that conveys a message via image, icon, lettering or other indicia.
The opaque portion of the housing has a shiny interior surface that reflects light emitted from the LEDs. The outer portion of the housing has a dark textured appearance making the surface appear flat and dull in stark contrast with the illuminated translucent portion. This contrast minimizes the visibility of the opaque portion of the housing creating a realistic neon like illumination particularly at night or in a dark setting.
The housing has a form that profiles the contours of the message to be conveyed. This contoured shape creates a more authentic neon sign like appearance. The housing is compartmentalized to focus the LED energy and prevent unwanted mixing of light from different colored LEDs.
One embodiment of the invention has an open structure wherein the desired message is cantilevered to permit a viewer to see through openings in the supporting housing adjacent the openings to further emphasize a neon sign effect.
A control circuit inside the housing controls the voltage applied to the LEDs. A control panel mounted on the outside of the housing provides user input to the control circuit. The control panel allows a user to select and control visual effects such as flashing and flash rate. A direct current (DC) port on the control panel receives electrical power for the control circuit and the LEDs. An alternating current (AC) adapter cable converts 120 volt AC power into DC power for powering the control circuit and the LEDs through the DC port.
The objects and features of the present invention, which are believed to be novel, are set forth with particularity in the appended claims. The present invention, both as to its organization and manner of operation, together with further objects and advantages, may best be understood by reference to the following description, taken in connection with the accompanying drawings.
The exact nature of this invention as well as its objects and advantages will be readily understood upon consideration of the following specification as related to the attendant drawings wherein like reference numeral throughout the drawings indicate like parts, and wherein:
Reference will now be made in detail to the preferred embodiments of the invention which set forth the best modes contemplated to carry out the invention, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. While the invention will be described in conjunction with the preferred embodiments, it will be understood that they are not intended to limit the invention to these embodiments. On the contrary, the invention is intended to cover alternatives, modifications and equivalents, which may be included within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined by the appended claims. Furthermore, in the following detailed description of the present invention, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of the present invention. However, it will be obvious to one of ordinary skill in the art that the present invention may be practiced without these specific details. In other instances, well known methods, procedures, components, and circuits have not been described in detail as not to unnecessarily obscure aspects of the present invention.
The housing has a base 6 with a textured outer surface to create a dull opaque appearance. The base 6 is composed of a lightweight rigid plastic such as Acrylonitrile-Butadiene Styrene (ABS) with black pigment. A cover member 8 mates with the base 6 to complete the housing 2. The cover member 8 is composed of a lightweight sheet of plastic such as sanded or frosted acrylic with filler providing the cover member 8 with a textured translucent appearance. The cover member 8 is cut to complement the opening 4 and base 6.
A silk screened inked portion 10 of the cover member 8 is not light transmissive, and forms an opaque template of the indicia of the message to be conveyed. First un-inked portions 12 shaped in the form of the indicia of the message to be conveyed provide surface areas for illumination (explained hereinafter). Second un-inked portions 14 complementary to the first un-inked portions 12 and located on the sides of the cover member 8 provide surface areas for illumination that cooperate to create a three dimensional visual effect emulating a bright glow having a halo characteristic of neon lights. Two ring posts 15 mounted on the base 6 provide convenient attaching structures for hanging chain fasteners.
In this embodiment the cover member 8 is composed of a frosted or sanded acrylic. The un-inked portions 12 and 14 of the cover member 8 act as diffusive lenses for light. Any suitable material that propagates and diffuses light may be substituted for the frosted or sanded acrylic, including plastic with filler particles.
The textured outer surface of the base 6 with its dull opaque appearance minimizes the visibility signature of the base 6 when the first and second un-inked portions 12 and 14 of the cover member 8 are illuminated. The bright colored light emitted is contrasted against the hard to see base 6 and makes each of the first un-inked portions 12 appear like an independent bright neon lamp segment. The plurality of openings 4 creates an illusion of transparency allowing a viewer to see objects on the other side of the housing 2. This see through characteristic simulates the look of the federated lamp segments of a neon sign. The second un-inked portion 14 emits diffused light perpendicular to the diffused light emitted from the first un-inked portions 12 emulating the bright glow with halo characteristic of a neon signs.
The message to be conveyed by the sign through the "OPEN" lettering, underlining and oval motif is exemplary. The housing 2 may be constructed, and the cover member 8 inked, to convey any message through any indicia including lettering, images and icons.
The inked portion 10 of the cover member may be inked using a silk screening process. The inked portion 10 of the cover member 8 may also be rendered opaque through the use of dark paint bonding an opaque material to the cover member 8 or a masking template sandwiching the cover member 8.
The PCB 17 has the same shape as the housing 2 with a plurality of LED's 16 mounted on the surface. The LEDs 16 provide illumination for the neon sign. The LED's 16 may be of one or more colors. For example, the LEDs 16 that form the lettering "OPEN" may be red and the LEDs 16 forming the underline and oval motif may be blue. In
Using the control panel 98 in
The base 6 features multiple concavities 18 that house segments of the PCB 17. The interior surfaces of the concavities 18 have a smooth texture that reflects light emitted from the LEDs 16.
Inked portions 10 provide regions of non-transmissiveness in the cover member 8. The inked portions 10 define the precise contours of the lettering and the design. The diffused light emanating from the first and second un-inked portions 12, 14 of the cover member 8 appears to an observer as a bright uniform light similar to the light emitted from a light segment of a conventional neon light.
The top 30 has multiple concavities 50 that accommodate the plurality of translucent segments 34. Individual concavities "O" 52, "P" 54, "E" 56, "N" 58, upper curvilinear design 60 and lower curvilinear design 62 accommodate respective translucent segments 36 38 40 42 44 and 46. Openings 37 in the top 30 further accentuate the lettering. The top 30 has a textured outer surface with dull opaque appearance. The top 30 is composed of Acrylonitrile-Butadiene Styrene (ABS).
A plurality of Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) 64 are mounted on a plurality of printed circuit boards 66 that extend into the bottoms of the multiple concavities. Each of the printed circuit boards 68 70 72 74 76 78 correspond to each of the concavities 52 54 56 58 60 62 respectively. The diodes generate light that exits through the plurality of translucent segments 34. The diffused light that emanates from the translucent segments has a uniform colored glow similar to the light emitted from a neon light.
The bottom 32 mates with the top 30. A control circuit 35 mounted to the bottom is wired to each of the printed circuit board 66 68 70 72 74 76 78 and controls illumination of the LEDs 66.
Those skilled in the art will appreciate that various adaptations and modifications of the just-described preferred embodiment can be configured without departing from the scope and spirit of the invention. Therefore, it is to be understood that, within the scope of the amended claims, the invention may be practiced other than as specifically described herein.
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Marathon, FL (The Weekly Vice) - Elizabeth Garcia, a 19-year-old Florida woman was jailed on attempted murder charges Friday after she allegedly tried to beat her 2-month-old child with a chunk of concrete.
According to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office, an investigation was launched after CPS investigators received a video that showed Garcia attempting to use the concrete to beat the child.
Investigators say the video showed Garcia holding the baby with one hand while holding a large piece of concrete in her other hand. When she attempted to strike the child with the concrete, two men reportedly stepped in to stop her.
When deputies arrived at Garcia's home, she allegedly pulled out a knife in an effort to resist arrest.
Garcia was booked into the Monroe County Jail on charges of attempted murder, felony child abuse, obstructing an officer and illegal use of a weapon.
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Volatile Toronto stock index set to drop
TORONTO Jan 23 (Reuters) - The Toronto Stock Exchange's main index, fresh off a sharp reversal of fortune, is set to drop on Wednesday as investors factor in the increased likelihood of an economic slowdown, and commodities tumbled.
Canadian National Railway (CNR.TO: Quote) will be eyed after it helped to kick off the fourth-quarter earnings period by suggesting it does not see a U.S. recession on the horizon.
However, fears of a recession will be center stage once again after European equity markets dipped and data showed Canada's composite leading indicator slipped by 0.1 percent. For details, see: [nN23613317]
Canada's benchmark stock index plunged more than 600 points on Monday as investors fretted over the fallout from a U.S. slowdown.
On Tuesday, emboldened by interest rate cuts in Canada and the United States, it rebounded more than 500 points in one of its sharpest about-faces.
But the U.S. Federal Reserve's cut of 75 basis points -- the largest in 23 years -- failed to lift stock markets in the United States on Tuesday, an ominous sign for the closely-linked Canadian market.
"That (U.S. markets) couldn't even go up after that big rate cut sets off warning lights," said Steve Ibel, institutional equities trader at Beacon Securities in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
"People might be thinking the emergency Fed cut looks a little desperate ... so people will probably start selling the strength in Toronto."
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The RM of Portage la Prairie's unloaded some surplus land recently.
"Quite some time ago, council identified some surplus land to the Municipality that we've taken on in various different ways, in some cases, it's a tax sale," says Reeve Kam Blight. "There's one piece to the northeast of Service on Second. It was put up for sale and was sold to a couple of individuals from the Oakville area."
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In a large saucepan, cook the bacon over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 8 minutes. Drain off all but 3 tablespoons of the bacon fat. Add the diced carrot and onion and the minced garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the herb bundle, chicken stock and green lentils and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook over moderate heat until the lentils are tender, about 30 minutes. Drain the lentils, transfer them to a large bowl and discard the herb bundle; keep warm.
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Trading Recommendations For Tuesday
Financials: Sept. Bonds are currently 6 higher at 119'28, the 10 Yr. Notes unchanged at 117'24, the 5 Yr. Notes 1 lower at 115'30 and the 2 Yr. Notes unchanged at 108'17. Dec. Eurodollars are about unchanged 99.380. We remain short the Dec. Eurodollars and will cover the position if the market trades below the 99.200 level. We are also short Bonds and will use a protective buy stop at 121'06 for protection. If the market trades below 119'12 lower your buy stop to 120'19. Support is currently 117'14 and resistance 120'08.
Grains: Yesterday Nov. Beans were 27 cents lower, Dec. Corn 6 lower and Dec. Wheat 10 lower. Over night Beans were 11 lower, Corn 2 lower and Wheat 3 lower. We remain long out of the money calls and/or call spreads in Dec. Corn. We are also long Nov. Beans. At the moment I recommend using a protective sell stop at 915'0 for protection in the Beans. If the market trades above the 965'0 level, raise your sell stop to the 926'0 level. I feel this market is way overdone on the downside, given the fact that Beans have broken $1.20 since last weeks Crop Report.
Cattle: Yesterday Live Cattle closed 20-72 lower with the Oct. contract closing at 87.82. I remain on the sidelines.
Silver: Sept. Silver is currently 10 cents lower at 13.88. As mentioned yesterday, I am willing to reinstate long positions in this general area. If you trade multiple contracts (more than 1 at a time) I recommend only a partial position.
S&P's: Sept. S&P's are currently 2.50 lower at 980.25. As mentioned yesterday this market gave me a sell signal once the 984.00 level was broken, turning my bias to the short side of the market. Near term support is currently 963.00 and near term resistance 1004.00. I am a seller on rallies and recommend going short in the 992.00 area.
Currencies: As of this writing the Sept. Euro is 6 higher at 1.4088, the Swiss 5 lower at .9273, the Yen 30 lower at 1.0557 and the Pound 108 higher at 1.6446. I continue to recommend being long out of the puts and/or put spreads in the Dec. Yen. I also recommend the Dec. Pound 160/155 put spread (long the 160, short the 155). The Sept. Dollar Index is 5 lower at 79.35.


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3401 Zane Avenue N, Crystal, MN 55422
About the Listing
Nicely updated large fenced corner lot with 4 car garage! Brand new roof and all sheet metal facia, window/door wraps, sofits, and gutters. Laminate hard wood flooring, stainless steel appliances, new carpet upstairs and newer windows. Basement unfinished with 8 ft ceilings. Attached garage is heated with 220v power, great for shop.
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Property Details for 3401 Zane Avenue N, Crystal, MN 55422
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1 Full | 1 Qtr
Lot Size: 0.32 Acres
Lot Dimensions: 116x119
Year Built: 1948
Garage Dimensions: 4 car
Garage: Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Heated Garage, Driveway - Asphalt, Garage Door Opener
Style: (SF) One 1/2 Stories
Water: City Water/Connected
Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
Square Feet: 1540
Above Ground Sq Ft: 1540
Room Information for 3401 Zane Avenue N, Crystal, MN 55422
Main Floor
Living Room: 13 x 20
Dining Room: 9 x 13
Kitchen: 9 x 11
Bedroom 1: 11 x 16
Bedroom 2: 11 x 15
Upper Floor
Bedroom 3: 12 x 30
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School Information for 3401 Zane Avenue N, Crystal, MN 55422
School District: Robbinsdale
School District Phone: 763-504-8000
Interior Features for 3401 Zane Avenue N, Crystal, MN 55422
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Exhaust Fan/Hood, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Air Cond: Central
Heating: Forced Air
Fireplaces: Yes
Basement: Full, Concrete Block
Exterior Features for 3401 Zane Avenue N, Crystal, MN 55422
Lot Description: Corner Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium
Lot Dimensions: 116x119
Roof: Asphalt Shingles, Age 8 Years or Less
Zoning: Residential-Single
Financial Considerations for 3401 Zane Avenue N, Crystal, MN 55422
Tax Amount: $2,840
Taxes w/Assessments: $2,840
Tax/Property ID: 2111821220042
Tax Year: 2016
Monthly Payment = $0
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Jack bowed over as he worked his way up the hillside. His feet scrabbled in the dirt: dry and crumbling away under his shoes.
He glanced over his shoulder to see a girl stumbling around near the hill face. She tottered and scrambled up on hands and knees.
Jack frowned, calling, "You shouldn't've come," to the wild waving pigtails below. No answer, but the girl made a face at him before glaring down at the grass again.
The grey-black sky, a twisted throwback to the great Romantic artists, churned as Jack stood beside the well. The rotten pail clattered against the well's stone sides, chuckling, and the sound was carried away in the wind.
He pulled the girl to her feet.
"I had to come," Jill pouted, grubby hands on hips. "You can't go sneakin' outta the house at midnight without me. For all I know you're gonna have some kinda adventure or somethin' and I'll jus be sittin' around at home doin' nuthin'!" The wind plucked at the siblings and Jill wobbled. Jack pinched her shoulders and they rounded the well to a calmer area.
Jill sniffed, "What're you doin' up here, anyway?"
Jack dug in his jacket pocket and leaned in close. "I found this old bone – look! – an' I heard there's a curse, so I've gotta throw it in the well ta save everyone." He stuck his chin out proudly, clenching the yellowed shard in a tiny fist.
Jill nodded in solemn responsibility, grinned, and leaned her head down the well. She called down and the high voice warped in its echo. She giggled at the deep sound of it. Jack rolled his eyes and reached in his pocket again. He blanched. He fell to his knees and skittered around the base of the well, tugging up clumps of dirt and grass that wafted away in the wind.
The sky splintered – a glowing fissure that left the world breathless. In the thunder, Jill squeaked and stumbled back into her brother. The boy yelped and rolled.
And Jill came tumbling after.


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Definition of inure
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: to accustom to accept something undesirable children inured to violence
intransitive verb
: to become of advantage policies that inure to the benefit of employees
inurementplay \i-ˈnu̇r-mənt, -ˈnyu̇r\ noun
Examples of inure in a sentence
Does violence on television inure children to violence in real life?
the hardship of army training inured her to the rigors of desert warfare
Origin and Etymology of inure
Middle English enuren, from in ure customary, from putten in ure to use, put into practice, partial translation of Anglo-French mettre en ovre, en uevre
First Known Use: 15th century
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: to cause (someone) to be less affected by something unpleasant : to cause (someone) to be less sensitive to something unpleasant
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Virtual Field Trip of Historic Philadelphia, Where Every Day is Independence Day!™ Follow in the Founding Fathers' Footsteps and Exercise Your Right to Explore America's Birthplace.
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Virtual Field Trip of Historic Philadelphia, Where Every Day is Independence Day!™
Follow in the Founding Fathers' Footsteps and Exercise Your Right to Explore America's Birthplace
For those who cannot travel to Philadelphia, The Constitutional Walking Tour provides free "Virtual Field Trips" so that you can "walk" in the Founding Fathers' footsteps and learn about the birth pf America, including the creation of The Declaration of Independence and The Constitution of the United States, by taking The Constitutional's tour online.
The Constitutional's "virtual field trip" is a great way to celebrate Constitution Day!
Above, you'll see some of the historical figures we'll meet along our journey today.
The Constitutional Walking Tour tells the dramatic story of the brave men and women who were responsible for creating America. The rest is simply history…
Today, on this "virtual trip" to Historic Philadelphia, you will follow in the Founding Fathers' footsteps.
The Constitutional takes you on a journey through America's Most Historic Square Mile - the birthplace of our nation. Step back in time to see where The Declaration of Independence and The United States Constitution were created.
Following our map, today you will "visit" more than 30 historical sites including the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and the National Constitution Center.
If you're ready, let's get started!
Welcome to Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love!
Philadelphia was founded in 1682 by William Penn. At that time, Philadelphia was under British rule, and it was the largest city in the Colonies. Philadelphia also served as the capital for the United States from 1790 until 1800. Today, Philadelphia is the 5th largest city in the United States, and the second largest city on the East Coast with a metropolitan area population of approximately 5.8 million people.
Stop 1 - National Constitution Center
The National Constitution Center is the first museum in the world devoted to dramatically telling the story of The United States Constitution from Revolutionary times to the present through more than 100 interactive and multimedia exhibits, film, photographs, text, sculpture and artifacts. Be sure to walk through Signers' Hall with its life-size statues including Benjamin Franklin and George Washington. Watch Freedom Rising which brings to life the historical context of The Constitution and its impact on our lives today. Take the Presidential Oath-of-Office and vote for your favorite President of all-time.
Stop 2 – Independence Visitor Center
Visitors to the Independence Visitor Center will discover a range of services and amenities that provide a warm welcome and all of the information you need to plan your visit to the Philadelphia area including Independence National Historical Park. Get your free timed tour tickets for Independence Hall on the morning of your visit, on a first-come, first-served basis. Throughout the day, you can watch two films: Independence and Choosing Sides. Visit the Independence Store for souvenirs and the Pennsylvania General Store Café for refreshments.
Stop 3 – The Liberty Bell Center
As the official bell of the Pennsylvania State House, which is today called Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell rang many times for public announcements. It may have rung on July 8, 1776 to announce the first public reading of The Declaration of Independence. The Liberty Bell, which weighs about 2,000 pounds, was silenced by a crack in 1846. Its inscription reads: "Proclaim Liberty throughout all the Land unto all the Inhabitants thereof" - Leviticus XXV, v.10, The Bible. The new Liberty Bell Center features exciting exhibits on the history of this world-famous icon of freedom.
Stop 4 - Independence Hall
Independence Hall, the birthplace of America, was built in 1732 as the Pennsylvania State House. Within this hallowed hall, the Second Continental Congress met in May 1775, and The Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776. Independence Hall is also where the Constitutional Convention met to draft, debate and then sign The United States Constitution on September 17, 1787.
Stop 5 – Congress Hall
Constructed between 1787 and 1789 as the Philadelphia County Court House, Congress Hall served as the United States Capitol, the meeting place of the United States Congress, from 1790 to 1800, when Philadelphia was the Capital of the United States. The House of Representatives met on the main floor, while the Senate assembled upstairs. From its earliest days the Senate thus came to be referred to as the "upper chamber." Among the historic events that took place here were the inaugurations of President George Washington (his second) and President John Adams.
Stop 6 – Old City Hall
The United States Supreme Court met here from 1791 until 1800 when the Capital of the United States was moved from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Early members of the Supreme Court included: John Jay, Chief Justice, 1789 to 1795 and Oliver Ellsworth, Chief Justice, 1796 to 1800.
Stop 7 – Philosophical HallThe American Philosophical Society was founded in 1743 as a home for thinkers about nature, machines, industry and governance. It was founded through the outgrowth of an idea fostered by Benjamin Franklin, and it is the oldest learned society in the United States. Today, the Society continues as an eminent scholarly organization of world-wide reputation, renowned for its excellence in scholarly research and publications, its library, its exhibitions and its international roster of elected members who make up a veritable "Who's Who" of outstanding individuals in the arts, humanities and the sciences. The Museum in Philosophical Hall presents exhibitions and programs based on the Society's rich collection of art and artifacts. The museum is free and open to the public.
Stop 8 – Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier lies within Washington Square, one of the five public parks drawn up by William Penn in his 1682 blueprint for Philadelphia. In 1954, the Washington Square Planning Committee decided to erect a memorial that honored both George Washington and an unknown soldier from the Revolutionary War.
Stop 9 – Library Hall
The Library Company of Philadelphia, founded by Benjamin Franklin in 1731, was housed on the site of Library Hall from 1790 to 1880; the Library Company served as the Library of Congress from 1774 to 1800. In the 1880s, the Library Company moved to 1314 Locust Street, and the original Library Hall was then demolished. In the 1950s, a reproduction of Library Hall was constructed on its original site. Today, Library Hall houses some of the American Philosophical Society's collections, and the Library Company still functions as a prominent research library on Locust Street.
Stop 10 – Second Bank of the United States
Completed in 1824, the Second Bank of the United States is one of the finest examples of Greek Revival architecture, modeled on the Parthenon in Greece. The Second Bank was designed by William Strickland who was known as the "city architect" because he created a large number of Philadelphia's public buildings. The Second Bank was incorporated in 1816, and it was one of the most influential financial institutions in the world until 1832. Today, the building houses a collection of late 18th and early 19th Century portraits.
Stop 11 – Todd House
Built in 1775, the Todd House was occupied from 1791 to 1793 by lawyer John Todd, and his wife Dolley Payne. Todd died during the 1793 yellow fever epidemic. Following her husband's death, Dolley married James Madison, who later becamethe fourth President of the United States.
Stop 12 – Bishop White House
The Reverend Dr. William White, rector of Christ Church and St. Peter's Church as well as the first Episcopal Bishop of Pennsylvania, lived in this house from the time it was built in 1787 until his death in 1836.
Stop 13 – Polish American Cultural Center Museum
The Polish American Cultural Center Museum features exhibits on Polish history and culture, including a pictorial display of "Great Men and Women of Poland." Some of the notable people featured in the exhibit from Colonial and Revolutionary times are Thaddeus Kosciuszko, one of the 18th Century's greatest champions of American and Polish freedom, and Casimir Pulaski, "Father of the American Cavalry."
Stop 14 – Merchants' Exchange
The Merchants' Exchange, designed by William Strickland in 1831, is the oldest stock exchange building in the United States. During President Andrew Jackson's first term in office, Philadelphia, along with the rest of America, was in the midst of an economic boom, and the building was a hub for financial and commercial activities.
Stop 15 – City TavernThe City Tavern is a reconstruction of the tavern where delegates of the First and Second Continental Congresses met, as well as where delegates of the Constitutional Convention met. The City Tavern played host to George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin and John Adams. Today, the restaurant serves lunch and dinner, and it offers visitors the chance to enjoy a taste of the past.
Stop 16 – The First Bank of the United StatesThe First Bank of the United States was chartered by Congress and President Washington in 1791 under the direction of the Treasury Secretary, Alexander Hamilton. Architecturally, the First Bank of the United States building won wide acclaim upon its completion in 1797, and it is believed to be one of the first examples of Classical monumental design. The constitutionality of the First Bank of the United States sparked the first great debate between "strict constructionalists" and "loose constructionalists" regarding the interpretation of The United States Constitution.
Stop 17 – Carpenters' Hall
Carpenters' Hall was built in 1770. The First Continental Congress met at Carpenters' Hall in September 1774 to draw up a Declaration of Rights and Grievances and an appeal to King George III. This was in response to the Colonies' outrage towards the British Parliament over punishing Massachusetts for the Boston Tea Party. During the Revolutionary War, Carpenters' Hall served as a hospital and an arsenal for American forces. It was here at Carpenters' Hall during the First Continental Congress that Patrick Henry stated, "The distinctions between Virginians, Pennsylvanians, New Yorkers, New Englanders are no more. I am not a Virginian but an American."
Stop 18 – New Hall Military MuseumThe New Hall Military Museum is devoted to interpreting the role of the military in early American history. This building is a reconstruction of the one built by the Carpenters' Company in 1791, and it originally housed the office of the first Secretary of War, Henry Knox, and his staff. The building currently houses exhibits highlighting the origins of the United States Army, Marine Corps and Navy with displays featuring weapons, uniforms, battle flags and more.
Stop 19 – National Liberty MuseumThe National Liberty Museum was created to help combat America's growing problem with violence and bigotry by celebrating our nation's heritage of freedom and the wonderful diverse society it has produced.
Stop 20 – Franklin Court
Benjamin Franklin, one of America's Founding Fathers, was a very accomplished author, diplomat, inventor, philanthropist, political pundit, printer, statesman and scientist during his 84-year life. Franklin's house once stood in Franklin Court, however it was razed in 1812. Today, the Robert Venturi-designed "Ghost House" stands depicting the frame of Franklin's home. Below Franklin Court is a museum which is filled with paintings, objects and inventions; the museum also continuously shows The Real Ben Franklin movie.
Stop 21 – B. Free Franklin Post Office & Museum
B. Free Franklin Post Office & Museum is the only Colonial-themed post office operated by the United States Postal Service. It is a living portrayal of a bygone Colonial lifestyle, and it is the only active post office in the United States that does not fly the American flag (because there was not yet one in 1775 when Benjamin Franklin was appointed Postmaster General). The postmark "B. Free Franklin" is still used to cancel stamps. The museum on the second floor features displays of postal history and memorabilia.
Stop 22 – Christ Church
Often called the "Nation's Church," this Episcopalian church has been an active parish since 1695, and it is where Benjamin Franklin, Absalom Jones, Robert Morris, Betsy Ross, Benjamin Rush and George Washington worshipped. It was the first parish of the Church of England (Anglican) in Pennsylvania. It is also the church where the American Episcopal Church was born. The steeple, financed by a lottery organized by Franklin, was the tallest structure in the Colonies for 83 years.
Stop 23 – Elfreth's AlleyNamed for blacksmith Jeremiah Elfreth, Elfreth's Alley, with its 33 houses, is the oldest continuously occupied residential street in the United States, since 1713. Elfreth's Alley includes a museum about the living history of the Alley.
Stop 24 – Betsy Ross HouseThe Betsy Ross House, a row home built in 1740, has been restored to about the year 1777, and it commemorates Betsy Ross' legend and history. In 1777, Ross was commissioned by George Washington to create the first American Flag. Although no official records exist to prove the story of Ross creating the legendary "Stars and Stripes," the descendants of Ross have passed her story down from generation to generation, which detailed Ross' role as a national matriarch and the feminine face of the American Revolution.
Stop 25 – Arch Street Friends Meeting HouseBuilt in 1804 on land that William Penn gave to the Quakers in 1693, the Arch Street Friends Meeting House is the oldest Friends Meeting House still in use in Philadelphia, and it is the largest in the world. The Society of Friends grew out of the teachings of George Fox in 17th Century England. Penn, a disciple of Fox, founded Philadelphia as a haven for his persecuted co-religionists. Penn's "Holy Experiment" was to build a society according to Quaker ideals: the absolute right of conscience, the equality of man and nonviolence.
Stop 26 – Christ Church Burial Ground
Christ Church Burial Ground is one of America's most interesting graveyards from the Colonial and Revolutionary Eras; the burial ground has 1,400 markers on two acres. The graveyard is the final resting place for some of America's most prominent leaders including Benjamin Franklin and four other signers of The Declaration of Independence.
Stop 27 – National Museum of American Jewish History
The National Museum of American Jewish History's mission is to present educational programs and experiences that preserve, explore and celebrate the history of Jews in America. The museum's purpose is to connect Jews more closely to their heritage and to inspire in people of all backgrounds a greater appreciation for the diversity of the American Jewish experience and the freedoms to which Americans aspire.
Stop 28 – Congregation Mikveh Israel
Congregation Mikveh Israel was founded 1740, and it is the second oldest synagogue in the United States. Notable members from the Colonial and Revolutionary Eras included: Haym Solomon, one of the financiers of the American Revolution; Nathan Levy, whose ship, the Myrtilla, transported the Liberty Bell to America; and Rebecca Gratz, philanthropist and founder of the first Hebrew Sunday School.
Stop 29 – The Bourse BuildingThe Bourse Building, opened in 1895, was the first Commodities Exchange in the United States. The Bourse Building was the first in the world to simultaneously house a stock exchange, maritime exchange and grain-trading center. Be sure to visit The Bourse's souvenir shops and food court, which serves everything from cappuccino to world-famous Philadelphia cheesesteaks.
Stop 30 – Signers' WalkSigners' Walk provides a tribute to 56 members of the Continental Congress who risked their lives, reputations and fortunes by signing The Declaration of Independence.
Stop 31 – Atwater Kent MuseumThe Atwater Kent Museum is Philadelphia's official history museum which tells Philadelphia's 300-year story. The museum features a collection of more than 80,000 objects as well as exhibits, educational programs and family activities.
Stop 32 – Declaration House (Graff House)Declaration House, or Graff House as it is also referred to, is on the site where Thomas Jefferson lived when he wrote The Declaration of Independence, appealing to the natural principles of justice and equality. Be sure to request to watch the free 10 minute movie entitled Portrait of a Patriot which tells the story of Jefferson and the writing of The Declaration of Independence.
Stop 33 – The African American Museum in PhiladelphiaFounded in 1976, The African American Museum in Philadelphia is dedicated to collecting, preserving and interpreting the material and intellectual culture of African Americans in Philadelphia, the Delaware Valley, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the Americas. The Museum is also a proud affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution.
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He's been on multiple visits, to camps, and on Saturday took in his first game at Ford Stadium to see a SMU victory over UAB.
"It was a good game. I was on the edge of my seat the whole time, but SMU did a great job. The defense looks really good. I was really impressed," said Weeks. "I watched them on TV a couple times, but never made it to a game.
"The fans seem pretty cool. Nothing crazy or anything, unlike some of the games I have gone to. I enjoyed this game more than any other game I have been to. It wasn't packed, but it was an awesome game. The new scoreboard is awesome. It looks pretty good when they are showing video up there. It's huge."
While Weeks might not have made it to any games last year as a junior, he expects to make up for it this season.
"I should be at every home game. I'm even going to hit the TCU game next Friday. My game is on Thursday that week," said the Sachse product. "It should be pretty exciting in there."
While Weeks has seen the Mustangs on television, he has never seen the SMU offensive line or SMU offensive line coach Adrian Klemm up close and personal. It was a great experience for the senior, as now he has somewhat of an idea of what he is getting himself into next season.
"I always watch the offensive line. It's sort of a habit (chuckle)," said Weeks. "I tried to get a feel for the scheme they run and stuff like that. I think I have some sort of an idea of how they pass protect and block in the offense. I also was watching the line on PATs as well."
Saschse is 2-1 after dropping their first game of the season. Against Houston and Hillcrest the last two weeks, the Mustangs have outscored their opponents 95-14.
"Our season is going really good. The last game our offensive line had a bit of a step back, but we are trying to get better," said Weeks. "Our defense has really stepped it up, especially the front seven. We have a more advanced offense than we have ever had, at least since I have been here. We have some high hopes this season. The best part is everyone is on board."
Sachse plays North Garland this Thursday and then it's a match-up with SMU commitment Zach Wood and Rowlett, the night before the SMU/TCU game.


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Le Douleur, La Crainte, et Les Yeux Ch. 3
I drove to pick up Avrie first who dashed out of her house in a light pink sundress and a red purse slung over her shoulder. She yelled something into the house for her parents to hear then scurried to the driveway to get the passenger seat.
"Hey!" she grinned as she got in, buckling up.
"Howdy." I replied, backing back out onto the street. "So, Tyler's coming with us."
Her face fell slightly. "Why?"
"It was the only way my parents would let me out of the house." I sighed. "They still think it's dangerous. With Tessa's death and all."
Avrie looked concerned. "Why?" she asked again. "She fell in the river. How does this affect our safety?"
I didn't answer. I had spoken without thinking, again. Maybe Tyler could come up with a better excuse. I drove through town a little above the speed limit, making California stops at stop signs. Avrie never said anything, she was used to me being a little bit of a reckless driver. When I pulled up to Tyler's house he was out waiting for me on his lawn.
He was in a checkered v neck sweater with a white undershirt and jeans. Along with his big 3D looking glasses, he looked almost ridiculous. So ridiculous, in fact, that it was cool. He hopped into the back seat before I have even fully stopped the car.
"Onward, to the mall!" he laughed. Although I could tell some of it was fake. He knew about Tessa's murder too. And it did seem to have him a little worried.
"Hey Tyler." Avrie greeted. "Ready to wait out in the halls while Addie and I buy clothes and lotion?"
"Nope. I'll be waiting in the game shop, thank you very much." He answered. Avrie laughed. I tried my best to put on a smile but it didn't seem to be working too well.
I pulled onto mainstreet then down 5th until we reached the parking lot to the mall. The entire time, not saying much but just listening to Avrie and Tyler argue about games and books.
The mall was pretty busy today. Navigating the hallways was like being a guppy trying to swim through a salmon infested river. The first place Avrie wanted to go was bath and body. Tyler agreed to come along because he liked to smell the different perfumes and recommend them to us, though we very seldom listened to him.
Avrie ended up buying at least four different perfumes and lotions and even happily used most of the testers that had been put out. I ended up buying a lotion for myself, and tried to spray Tyler with the sparkle spray until some of the employees started giving us dirty looks and I unhappily put it away.
After that, Tyler did as he said he would and went to game stop while Avrie and I shopped around in the cloths. We tried on different prom dresses just for fun and took tons of pictures. Then we looked at different nail polishes and make up.
"This is where Kim would be getting critical." Avrie informed me as she put on some sample lip gloss. I nodded.
"Didn't she tell you, you can't wear red lipstick because it makes you look pale?" I laughed. She scowled into the mirror.
"Yes. And I love red lipstick. I think I look fine."
"As do I." I agreed. Then paused as my stomach growled. "You hungry?" I asked.
"Yes. Starving." She grinned. "Let's go get Tyler then we can get some Pizza and grill barn. They have the best pizza ever."
"I know, I know. We always eat at Grill Barn." I giggled, poking her in the stomach. "I bet he's still in the gaming store. Let's go."
We found Tyler right where we had left him, and hurried up to the top floor to order our food. We each got a big, fat slice of cheese and pepperoni pizza, with a large ice cold smoothie to go with it. Then fought the crowd to find a place to sit and eat. It was nice to just joke around and stuff ourselves after all that had just happened. And for the moment, everything was back to normal and just fine.
And then that moment ended.
Avrie gently elbowed my shoulder. "Look." She sighed. I turned and saw Mackenzie trying to make her way through the large pack of hungry people with a take-out foam box in her hands. When her sad eyes found us, she looked a little relieved and walked over.
"Is it okay if I join you for a little while?" she asked. Her voice sounded hoarse and depressed, and her face didn't look much different. I was actually shocked she was at the mall after her friend just died.
We reluctantly agreed and she flopped down in the chair next to Tyler with a heavy sigh. There was an awkward silence that followed.
"What are you doing here, Mackenzie?" Avrie finally asked. She shrugged, opening her box to reveal some mouth-watering Chinese food.
"Parents were fighting. Didn't want to listen to it. So I came to get some food." She answered. Tyler and I exchanged glances.
"How are you doing?" he asked her. She sighed.
"Better." She answered. "The cops are on it now, I'm sure they'll find Tessa by tonight."
I was confused for a moment before I realized her parents must have not told her yet. That's probably what they had been arguing about…. I gave both Tyler and Avrie looks to make sure they didn't say anything. They both understood.
"I just don't understand." Mackenzie breathed. "Tessa was such a good daughter. She never would have snuck out to hide with her boyfriend or anything. She always goes to church and wears a ring to promise to her dad that she won't have sex before marriage and almost has straight A's and no tardies…. This is just so out of the ordinary for her. It has to be something else. I mean she doesn't even drink!"
I swallowed another bite of pizza which was somehow beginning to taste more and more bland with the conversation going on.
"You said the cops are on it?" I asked. She nodded. I didn't want to lie so bluntly as to say that it would be alright and they would find her, seeing as she was already dead. So I didn't say anything else. Luckily, Mackenzie got up a few seconds later, zipping up her jacket.
"I need to go." She said. "See you guys at school tomorrow." And with that she left. Avrie pulled her open mouth into a frown as she disappeared amongst the crowd.
"Man, that's awful, she doesn't even know her friend is dead!" she whispered loudly. "I didn't know what to say!"
"Me neither." Tyler agreed. "I hope she finds out soon. Or she's going to find out the hard way at school tomorrow."
"Her parents had better tell her. It will only make it worse if she stays ignorant all weekend." I agreed, then stood to go, throwing my empty smoothie cup and napkins in the garbage. "It's almost five." I informed them. "We should go."
"Yeah, okay." Tyler sighed, popping a piece of gun into his mouth and belching. Avrie gave him a look of total disgust. Then we headed out to the parking lot quietly, with not much to say.
It was four in the morning. I opened my eyes and looked at my alarm clock and groaned, rolling over to go back to sleep. I never woke up this early on a Saturday. My mind seemed to know when it was a weekend and I stayed totally out of it until at least nine.
I blinked and sat up on my elbows so see who was in my room. Cooper was peaking in through the doorway. The hall lights were on.
"What?" I snapped.
"Tyler and some cops are down in the living room." He informed me. "They need to talk to you."
"Me? Why me?" I mumbled.
"I don't know. But it seems urgent." He sighed. "come on."
"Wait, I'm in pajamas! I'm not even wearing a bra!" snapped. "I can't let Tyler see me like that!"
"Then put a blanket around your shoulders, but let's go." I huffed, grabbing my elbow to drag me out of bed. I did as he said then shuffled down the stairs, squinting in the bright light. Sure enough, Tyler, my parents, Kimble and three cops, one being Tyler's father, were in our doorway. Tyler's dad looked up when he saw me.
"Oh, Addie, sorry to wake you so early." He sighed. "But we simply couldn't wait any longer."
"What is it?" I asked, trying to wet my tongue.
"you, Tyler and Avrie saw Mackenzie at the mall yesterday, am I correct?" he asked, closing our front door behind him.
"Yeah." I said. "Why?"
"We believe you three were the last to see her. So we need to take you in for questioning." Another cop said. "you see, Mackenzie's missing."