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288 Lunenburg St
Directions Fitchburg, MA 01420
490 Old Union Turnpike Lancaster, MA 01523
Actual rating will vary with options, driving conditions, habits and vehicle condition.
The standard features of the Kia Forte LX include 2.0L I-4 173hp engine, 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, airbag occupancy sensor, air conditioning, 16" aluminum wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control, electronic stability.
Starting at: $18,090
|City/Hwy mpg
|LX FWD Search New
|173-hp 2.0L 4-cyl
|6-spd auto
|25 / 33
|EX FWD Search New
|173-hp 2.0L 4-cyl
|6-spd auto
|25 / 33
|SX Search New
|201-hp 1.6L 4-cyl
|6-spd auto
|21 / 29
|SX FWD Search New
|201-hp 1.6L 4-cyl
|6-spd auto
|21 / 29
The Kia Forte's appearance hints at sportiness but actual performance is average. Although the powertrain can be sufficiently spirited, gas mileage is generally good, and handling is acceptable.
No one would call the Forte quick, but both engines perform decently enough. The direct-injected 2.0-liter provides better fuel economy in urban, traffic-heavy driving, and seems better matched to the 6-speed automatic transmission.
You should expect a ride that's firmer, even occasionally harsh, compared to some sportier compacts, such as the Ford Focus or Mazda 3. The suspension is reasonably good at absorbing choppy pavement roughness, yet surface flaws don't go unnoticed. An EX feels firm during light maneuvers, yet permits excessive body motion at other times.
Some models offer selectable steering boost with three modes. Power steering is similar to the one used by the Hyundai Elantra GT, with sport, normal, and comfort assist levels. Responsiveness does not change, but picking a different mode does add a bit of heft to the steering. Normal and comfort feel more appropriate, but the sport setting can help the Forte remain reliably on course in highway driving.
Without question, exterior styling is the Forte's strongest merit, helping to broaden its appeal to a wide audience. In fact, we consider Forte to be almost ideally proportioned, ranking among the most attractive models in its class.
With its surprisingly swoopy shape, below a gracefully arced roofline, the Forte manages to look both contemporary and rather sporty. In fact, the rake angle of the sedan's front end almost suggests that of a sports car. Few competitors could make such a claim. The rear end narrows, but the trunk lid is cut wide to permit easier loading of luggage into the sizable space, which totals 14.9 cubic feet.
A clean, simple layout helps give the cockpit an appearance that approaches upscale, with a sporty component. A split design keeps the console from acquiring a bulky appearance. Sensibly large climate-control knobs are round and sturdy, and finishes within the cabin are pleasing to the eye.
Headroom is snug in both front and back; more so with a sunroof, which is available for the EX sedan. A power driver's seat with ventilation, available for EX, may be tempting. But we'd be more impressed if those seat cushions held additional bolstering, to provide more support and yield greater long-distance support. Visibility isn't the best, due largely to the Forte's shapely body.
The rear doors are shaped to open wide, yet entry/exit for the back seat is impaired by the low, curvaceous roofline. That roof profile also shrinks useful headroom.
The rear seats fold almost flat for cargo space. Cubby storage space is sufficient, including a bin beneath a sliding screen, ahead of the gearshift lever. Both the glovebox and the console bin are adequate in size.
Kia has a long-held reputation for value, and the 2016 Forte continues that tradition, being well-equipped for the price. We prefer the larger, direct-injected engine, because it provides a more relaxed road experience with greater performance confidence. Each engine revs freely, with little vibration; but noise can be an issue at times. Forte fails to lead its class in any category but styling. A redesigned Forte is expected soon.
Driving impressions by Bengt Halvorson, The Car Connection. James M. Flammang contributed to this report.
The 2016 Kia Forte sedan comes in two trim levels, LX and EX, each with a different engine.
Forte LX comes with a 1.8-liter engine and manual ($15,990) or automatic transmission ($17,700), air conditioning; keyless entry; a rearview camera display; power windows, door locks, and mirrors; satellite radio; Bluetooth hands-free calling; steering-wheel audio controls; all-disc brakes; and a new audio system.
Forte EX ($19,990) gets the 2.0-liter engine and automatic transmission, a cooled glovebox, and rearview camera system. An optional UVO infotainment system can connect to Google Maps using a smartphone. Additional options include a true navigation system, ventilated driver's seat, leather upholstery, garage-door opener, and pushbutton start.
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This started about a month ago. When I'm accelerating in first and second, roughly a second into the acceleration I'll hear a distinct knock sound from near my pedals. It doesn't happen if I have a very slow launch. I've had my car into the dealership since this started happening and they didn't see anything.
I have an '09 wagon with nearly 45k miles.
Any ideas?

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[Photo: President Rouhani]
By Masuma Rahim
I followed the Iranian Presidential election in June with some interest, particularly as, this time there was no danger of Mahmoud Ahmadinejad being re-elected. I always failed to see why Ahmadinejad had much in the way of support, Iranian or otherwise – he was a provocative man whose refusal to negotiate with other nations led to his citizens experiencing significant suffering.
Under his leadership, oil exports plummeted by a third, inflation rose to over 30% and the cost of food increased by 43%. In addition, there were shortages of medicine and medical equipment. For many, life became increasingly grim while Ahmadinejad was at the helm. Frankly, it's not surprising that there were protests following his victory in 2009. I cared nothing for his outbursts at the UN; nor for his tirades against the West and Israel. He was free to hold those opinions, but he was not free to provoke other nations if that provocation then made life more difficult for his electorate. Whatever your views on 'the West', political leaders have a duty to their own people. Ahmadinejad failed in that duty and ordinary Iranians suffered the consequences.
So I was pleased when Hassan Rouhani became President this year, winning a majority of the votes cast. Already, he has called for talks with the US, although he has (understandably) attached conditions to those talks. He has appointed females to his Cabinet and ordered the release of political prisoners, as well as speaking out against the media censorship so widespread in the Middle East. He is not perfect, of course – there is little dispute that Iran is funding the Assad regime and it remains to be seen whether he genuinely wants to discuss Iran's nuclear programme or whether his agenda is rather different. Crucially, though, he appears to understand that the more forthright approach employed by his predecessor is unsustainable and will actively damage his people. Often, I thought Ahmadinejad's antics were simply a means to gratify his own ego with no heed for the consequences; I've yet to get that sense from Rouhani.
Despite all this, I retain a certain wariness. I was a supporter of Mohammad Khatami but recall all too well the obstructions he faced in his attempts to achieve reform. It was Ahmadinejad who defeated him in 2005 and my fear is that Rouhani will face similar opposition from the more hard-line elements of the establishment; that he is being set up to fail and that in four years we will see a return to more conservative thinking in Iran. For the time being, however, he has four years in which to create a more stable country and one that is no longer a pariah on the international stage. I may be wary; I am also quietly hopeful.
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Join us in an effort to bring attention to plight of the polar bear. Don't Kill Polar Bears-RECYCLE is an important campaign that brings to light the importance of recycling as an individual effort that is a key component of stopping global warming and save polar bear habitat.
We have created a multi-media campaign to get the word out. Check out the animated slide show, which is in a video format or you can download the slide show and give it as a presentation.
In the past we have had students answer a 10 minute climate quiz (see below) and get a t-shirt from completing it. We then go over the answers with the participant. It's a great opportunity to educate people one on one and give them one thing to do to reduce their impact-Recycle.
Consumption results in landfilling. Methane is generated from landfills. Did you know that methane is 23X more powerful than carbon dioxide? Methane makes up 18% of the greenhouse gasses. Just by reducing your consumption you are fighting global warming. Recycling also saves energy, water, oil and other valuable resources like trees.
Use this campaign to encourage people to: reduce their consumption, reduce use of disposables, promote reuse of beverage containers, water bottles, shopping bags and finally to encourage purchasing of recycled content items such as copy paper.
Waste reduction and recycling are the foundation for people to make better choices in everything they do.
Let's save the polar bears together and get the word out!
Polar Bear Movies
Click on the graphic below to download it and
We have created an awesome t-shirt that hast he polar bear on the front and the 10 things you can do, on the back. Feel free to use these graphics for ads, posters, t-shirts.
Here's some organic cotton t-shirts we like (we try to find ones made in the US, Canada or Mexico):
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Preston have been dealt a blow after Huddersfield opted to recall centre-back Jamie McCombe.
The 28-year-old moved to Prenton Park on an emergency loan deal towards the end of November and has since played five games, scoring once in the process.
During that period, McCombe was instrumental in North End conceding just two goals after striking up an impressive partnership with Craig Morgan.
However, Preston will have to make do without the defender after the Terriers exercised their option to recall him.


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Comments about Facet Fuel Pump, 15 Gallon/Hr @ 1psi, 1/8 NPT:
A rule of thumb in racing is that any part without a spare will break first. The Facet is not my first choice for a fuel pump but should work well if needed. The capacity is much more than required for a Ford pre-Xflow 1500 built to the 1967 SCCA CP spec


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Get an overview of this hotelEco-friendly Dubrovnik hotel in Babin Kuk with 2 restaurants
Popular property highlights
Guest Highlights
- Good location
- Beach
- Breakfast
- Pool
- Helpful staff
Located in Babin Kuk, this spa hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Copacabana Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Onofrio's Fountain and Franciscan Monastery. Lapad Beach and University of Dubrovnik are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Hotel Features
This hotel features 2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an indoor pool. Free buffet breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, an outdoor pool, 3 bars/lounges, and a health club are onsite.
Room Amenities
All 401 rooms offer free WiFi, minibars, and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Room service, pillow menus, and free newspapers are among the other amenities available to guests.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!Opens in a new window
Valamar Lacroma Dubrovnik Hotel
Hotel Amenities
Hotel Amenities
In addition to a full-service spa, Valamar Lacroma Dubrovnik Hotel features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. The property also has a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.
This eco-friendly hotel also offers a children's pool, a health club, and a spa tub. Onsite parking is available (surcharge).
- Children's club (free)
- Supervised childcare/activities (free)
- 24-hour front desk
- Number of floors - 5
- Number of bars/lounges - 3
- Coffee shop or café
- Free breakfast
- Conference space
- Elevator/lift
- Full-service spa
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Health club
- Free WiFi
- Children's club
- Total number of rooms - 401
- Spa treatment room(s)
- Meeting rooms 7
- Multilingual staff
- Garden
- Terrace
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach sun loungers
- Pool sun loungers
- Beach towels
- Number of restaurants - 2
- Snack bar/deli
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Tennis on site
- Sauna
- Shopping on site
- Spa services on site
- Spa tub
- Steam room
- Supervised childcare/activities
- Children's pool
- Indoor pool
- Outdoor pool
- Coffee/tea in common areas
- Pool umbrellas
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Poolside bar
- Year Built 1976
- Number of buildings/towers - 1
Family Friendly Amenities
- Family Hotel
- Outdoor pool
- Indoor pool
- Children's pool
- Supervised childcare/activities (free)
- Free Wi-Fi
- Children's club (free)
- Snack bar/deli
- Miniature golf on site
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Self parking (surcharge)
Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Free newspaper
- Phone
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Shower/tub combination
- Satellite TV service
- In-room safe
- Desk
- Minibar
- Flat-panel TV
- Free WiFi
- Daily housekeeping
- Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
- Room service (limited hours)
- Pillow menu
Where to Eat
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7 AM and 10 AM.
Onsite venue - restaurant.
Langusto Fine Dining - This restaurant serves dinner only.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Nearby Things to Do
An indoor pool, an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Personal motorized watercraft on site
- Fitness classes on site
- Bicycle rentals on site
- Miniature golf on site
- Hiking/biking trails on site
- Motor boating on site
- Mountain biking on site
- Parasailing on site
- Rowing or canoeing on site
- Snorkeling on site
- Water skiing on site
- Beach volleyball on site
- Ecotours nearby
Spa Services
Ragusa Spa has 10 treatment rooms. Services include massages, facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a spa tub, and a steam room.
- Steam room in spa
- Number of treatment rooms 10
- Sauna in spa
- Spa tub in spa
- Massages
- Manicures and pedicures
- Body treatments
- Facial treatments
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them at check-out when you book your room.
- Accessible bathroom
- In-room accessibility
Hotel Policies
Check-in time ends at 6 PM
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Special check-in instructions:
Check-out time is 10 AM
Payment types
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 5.00 per day.
- Pets not allowed
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
This property will place an authorization 21 days prior to arrival in the amount of the first night's stay for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking. For more details, please contact the office using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1 per person, per night
- Resort fee
Optional extras
- Self parking fee: EUR 8.00 per night
- Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 5.00 per day
Hotel Name
- Dubrovnik Hotel Lacroma
- Dubrovnik Hotel Valamar Lacroma
- Dubrovnik Lacroma Valamar
- Lacroma Dubrovnik Hotel
- Lacroma Hotel Dubrovnik
- Valamar Dubrovnik Lacroma
- Valamar Lacroma
- Valamar Lacroma Dubrovnik
- Valamar Lacroma Dubrovnik Hotel
- Valamar Lacroma Hotel
- Valamar Lacroma Dubrovnik Hotel Dubrovnik
We should mention
A resort fee is included in the total price displayed.
Awards & Affiliations
Free Airport Shuttle Offer
Book a stay in any "Free Airport Shuttle" rate category and receive free airport transfer from Dubrovnik (DBV) Airport.
Must book a minimum 5-night stay in this rate category at least 3 days in advance to receive benefits. Guests must contact the hotel directly with their flight details at least 3 days in advance of arrival by email to arrange pick up; contact information is provided on the booking confirmation email. Offer subject to revocation without advance 3-day notice. Offer subject to availability. Offer is not valid with groups/conventions and may not be combined with other promotional offers. Other restrictions and blackout dates may apply.


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Inspired by the eastern world's ingenuity to create a soothing, healthy beverage, the western world – America to be specific – decided to create their own. Thus, iced tea was born. Back in the day, it was safe to assume that iced tea shared the same health benefits with hot tea since both are made from the same leaves. However, modern-day iced tea brands are tea in name only. It is important to realize that artificial, powdered concentrates contain only a small fraction of the health benefits of iced tea brewed from fresh leaves. When choosing the best iced tea, make sure that it is made from natural herbs, or else it won't have the all goodness listed below.
Protection against heart disease
In a study titled "Tea flavonoids and cardiovascular health" published at Oxfordjournals.org, it is said that tea is rich in antioxidant polyphenols (catechins, flavonols, theflavins, and thearubigins). In this study, it was reported that some, but not all, support the view that tea or flavonoids reduce the risk of Coronary Heart Disease (CHD). Although not yet established nor solidly proven by other research, the effects of tea on CHD generally yields a positive result. In another study published in the Harvard Health Publications, it is said that various types of tea used to make iced tea are rich in antioxidants that block the oxidation of LDL while increasing the levels of HDL, which improves the function of arteries.
Reduces Bone Loss
Milk is usually the only beverage associated with strong bones. However, research has recently placed iced tea as a refreshing alternative. Elderly people with osteoporosis can in fact drink iced green tea to minimize the risk of bone loss. Because of its bioactive compounds, iced tea can increase the amount of calcium and other minerals in your bone and make it stronger to prevent fractures caused by osteoporosis. A study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences also shows that drinking iced green tea can also treat another common illness among elders, arthritis.
Improves Immune System
This is one of the most popular health benefits of iced tea or tea in general. Green and black iced tea have higher antioxidant content, mostly because it is rolled ad dried rather than fermented. It also retains more nutrients compared to others. Many research has found that green and black iced tea, due to high level of antioxidants, can help a person avoid a number of diseases, from common colds to a complex illness such as diabetes or cancer.
Other benefits
Natural iced tea is also said to improve oral health, as fluoride levels in tea are similar to levels recommended to prevent cavities (Linus Pauling Institute). Tea is also known as a weight-loss agent because of its characteristics as a natural laxative and detoxifier. Due to the same detoxifying process, the skin gets rejuvenated, giving it a healthier glow.
It's amazing how this popular drink can have so many health benefits. Just remember to buy only high quality, natural tea, let it brew, and chill it for a more refreshingly healthy taste.


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by Eunice Jarrett
High school students organizing a memorial service for a teacher trigger an emotional process for Eunice who is asked to step out of her comfort zone, again. Family life and school life create race-related expectations.
Discussion Questions:
- How did expectations based on race shape the students' behavior at Eunice's school?
- Can you name talents or skills that are reflected in Eunice's family? What about your family? What gifts do you see in yourself and your relatives?
- What is the impact of constantly hearing stereotypes – positive or negative – about you and groups to which you belong?
- In this story, what makes a simple request to sing seem so troubling?
March by John Lewis, Andrew Aydin, Nate Powell (Three graphic novels)
A Raisin in the Sun a play by Lorraine Hansberry
Article in Northwest Indiana's newspaper about Eunice's sister, Annie Hicks, who was the first black teacher in Hammond, Indiana –
Facts about school integration in the U.S. – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/School_integration_in_the_United_States
African American/Black History
Civil Rights Movement
Crossing Cultures
Education and Life Lessons
Family and Childhood
Taking a Stand and Peacemaking


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Cardio Twister
Get fit with a whole new twist to your workout.Top Rated Diets of 2017
The Cardio Twister is an exercise machine that combines a cardio workout with a complete core-strengthening routine.
Developed by fitness trainer, Brenda DyGraf the Cardio Twister twists your waist while it moves your legs up, down, and in and out, toning and strengthening your muscles. The machine looks like a cross between a stair-climber and an elliptical machine but instead of the front display panel and side handles there is a handle bar that is positioned in front of your waist. From there you move your legs up and down on the pedals as you twist your middle.
The Cardio Twister system also comes with an exercise DVD, a meal plan and a 30-day trial offer.
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- Offers an efficient way to get a cardio and core workout
- Offers the convenience of an at-home workout
- No guarantees for equipment quality
The Cardio Twister comes with a 10-Day Rapid Start diet that includes a detailed meal plan that shows what to eat and how much to eat. Overall, it is a low glycemic diet that emphasizes eating lean proteins and low-starch fruits and vegetables.EXERCISE
The Cardio Twister is a complement to any home gym as it provides an efficient way to rev up your heart while also toning your core and strengthening your leg and abdominal muscles.
Here is how it works: Regular steppers just move up and down. But only the Cardio Twister system's advanced dual-drive gearbox has powerful bi-directional stepping that moves you up and down and in and out, combined with a breakthrough upper body twisting action that tightens your entire core.
It also comes with an exercise DVD which features two workouts: An express workout and the super twist rip and ride workout. Each workout lasts for 35 minutes.
The Cardio Twister requires assembly, which should take no longer than 20 minutes to put together.CONCLUSION
The Cardio Twister is an exercise machine that combines cardio exercise with core strengthening moves so that you'll save time and the hassle of going to the gym to workout.
While the system gets gold stars for its promotion of exercise and its efficient fitness technique, there is no guarantee that the Cardio Twister won't break down.Common Misspellings
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User Feedback(Page 1 of 1, 2 total comments)
Some great exercise at home you got introduced here. I will definitely give it a try. I'm doing cardio at home, since it's no need for expensive equipment.
Nice blog
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hits the NRCC Leadership meeting, sits down with Credit Union National Association officials, speak to the Retail Industry Leaders Association and again attends the LDS 36th Annual Festival of Lights Lighting Ceremony.Rep. Chris
attends an Energy and Mineral Resources subcommittee hearing, hosts lunch for his D.C. office interns and flies back to Utah.Gov. Gary
meets with Department of Commerce Director Francine Giani, sits down with Utah Board of Education Superintendent Martell Menlove, visits with Ag Commissioner Leonard Blackham, discusses Western Governors Association resolutions and later hosts a holiday open house at the Governor's Mansion.SL Co. Mayor Ben
celebrates his birthday.SLC Mayor Ralph
hits the Sugar House Streetcar Grand Opening and meets with Mayor McAdams.WVC Mayor Mike
attends the city employee holiday party and the Sugar House Streetcar Opening.President Barack
tapes his appearance on MSNBC's "Hardball with Chris Matthews" and hosts two Hanukkah receptions in the Grand Foyer with First Lady Michelle Obama.


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I live in Nebraska but it looks like I'll be moving to NC next spring. I was wondering how the waterfowl hunting is in NC? In Nebraska I hunt a lot of flooded cornfields but I am guessing that NC is more river/lake hunting? Am I better off living by the Atlantic and hunting sea ducks? I don't have a boat, will I need one in NC?
I have a lot of flexibility on where to live and am just now getting started on learning more about the state and so any and all information is helpful.
Also, I see the sticky about posting specific information so I'm not looking for that; rather general information.
***Edit*** Maybe not as much flexibility as I thought. The wife is concerned about Hurricanes so I'll probably have to look at western Carolina.


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Cranberry Bliss Bars
The rich combination of sweet cranberries, creamy Premier White Morsels and delicious sugar cookie dough make these bars a blissful indulgence. Perfect for sharing with a group or savoring over a dessert for two.
- 1 pkg. (16.5 oz.) NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Refrigerated Sugar Cookie Bar Dough, divided*
- 1 cup (8-oz. can) whole-berry cranberry sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Premier White Morsels
- 4 ozs. cream cheese, at room temperature
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup sweetened dried cranberries, chopped
Directions, Reviews, Nutrition
PRESS 3/4 package (18 squares) cookie dough into prepared baking pan. Refrigerate remaining 1/4 package (6 squares) cookie dough.
BAKE for 12 minutes; remove from oven to wire rack.
COMBINE cranberry sauce and cornstarch in small bowl; spread over base. Top with teaspoonfuls of remaining cookie dough and morsels; press down gently.
BAKE for an additional 20 to 22 minutes or until edges are brown and top is set. Cool completely in pan on wire rack.
BEAT cream cheese, butter and powdered sugar in small mixer bowl until smooth. Spread over cooled base. Sprinkle with cranberries. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Cut into 16 bars. Store in covered container in refrigerator.
*2 cups NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Refrigerated Sugar Cookie Tub Dough can be substituted for bar dough. Use 1 1/2 cups for bar base and 1/2 cup for topping over cranberry filling.
What did you think? Share Your Review »
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Thank you for reviewing this recipe.
Very tasty
Love cranberry bliss bars. These are so easy to make.
easy and tasty!
Great dessert idea!
I was inclined to save this recipe for special occasions. But my family loves it so much, I make it almost every weekend!
I am always amazed by the delicious recipes I found on Verybestbaking. Now this one just tops everything that I have tried!
Super yummy!
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1/16 of Recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 16
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories: 160
- Calories from Fat: 60
- Total Fat: 7g (11% of DV)
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g (23% of DV)
- Cholesterol: 15mg (5% of DV)
- Sodium: 70mg (3% of DV)
- Carbohydrates: 24g (8% of DV)
- Dietary Fiber: 1g (4% of DV)
- Sugars: 18g
- Protein: 1g
- Vitamin A: 2% of DV
- Vitamin C: 0% of DV
- Calcium: 2% of DV
- Iron: 0% of DV
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.


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As a symbol of group strength, boot campers perform drills together to both boost morale and scare off the synchronized-swimming teams encroaching upon their turf. Train on terra firma with this Groupon.
Choose from Three Options
- $64 for 4 weeks of unlimited boot-camp classes (up to a $129 value)
- $99 for 8 weeks of unlimited boot-camp classes (up to a $219 value)
- $129 for 12 weeks of unlimited boot-camp classes and a T-shirt (up to a $319 value)

Classes are currently available at McKinney, Frisco, and Plano locations. Classes begin at the Richardson location in January 2013.

Expert instructors lead one-hour outdoor boot-camp classes that combine cardio and strength training. Though classes are typically held outdoors, instructors may move trainees indoors in the event of inclement weather. To maximize each session, each participant should bring a mat, a set of 5-pound weights, cold water, a towel, gloves for groundwork, and a watch or a heart-rate monitor. The one-hour classes are held three times per week; see the schedules for each location. Though clients are asked to sign up for one class that meets three days a week, they can attend any other class at any other time or location up to six days a week. For all options, T-shirt size is requested when clients register online, but it is only included with the 12-week boot camp. Those who buy the 4- or 8-week option can purchase a T-shirt for an additional $10.
_Though Texas Boot Camp Fitness sometimes features a discounted price online, this Groupon still offers the best deal available._
Texas Boot Camp Fitness
Texas Boot Camp Fitness's certified trainers fortify physiques with an ever-shifting compendium of exercises performed in an outdoor setting. Attendees of all fitness levels sprint and jump toward fitness goals, lifting their own body weight when performing pushups, chin-ups, and acts of levitation. Arms hoist weights, resistance bands stretch between partners, and friendly competitions reveal hidden stores of stamina and strength. Pushing beyond pure leadership of boot-camp classes, instructors supplement workouts with nutritional guidance and lifestyle advice. In the interest of safe and easy mirroring, coaches emphasize clean technique rather than speed or the benefits of cloning.
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A Council Bluffs pediatrician accused of sexually abusing a 5-year-old girl outside of his practice has surrendered his state medical license.
The Des Moines Register says (http://dmreg.co/1u4Aber ) the Iowa Board of Medicine reported Tuesday that Dennis Jones had given up the license.
Jones is charged in Pottawattamie County District Court with sexual abuse, accused of inappropriately touching the girl. He has pleaded not guilty.
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thirdistheworrd says: May 29, 2013 9:25 PM
More like "Will Congress cave under the sports media's pressure?"
Regardless of how you feel about the issue, the really offensive thing is how the writers here feel like the have to be the sole engine of social change for Native Americans.
If Native American groups really wanted to make a big deal out of the nickname, they would. The fact that this website's staff seems to feel like Native Americans are somehow incapable of speaking out; having their voices heard; or advocating for themselves: and that sportswriters are the only ones who can do it; is not only arrogant, but far more belittling than anything one could construe from Washington's team name or logo.
bnwillard says: May 30, 2013 7:32 AM
It seems to me Congress should have, I dunno.. Maybe about a MILLION other things to worry about on behalf of the American people that affect our lives and children's lives – rather than the nickname of a privately owned sports team some construe as mildly offensive.
This is what we elect our leaders to do? Police businesses to make sure they don't cross some absurd politically correct set of rules that get crazier and crazier as time goes on?
Insanity. I'm not a Redskins fan, and I dont particularly care for their owner, but I hope he tells these nosy Congressional nannies where they can stick their letters and petitions, and doesnt cave to this ridiculousness.
thirdistheworrd says: May 30, 2013 10:01 AM
Luckily for Snyder, the Redskins, and the 92% of the Native population who are just fine with the Redskins' name and logo, Congress hasn't accomplished anything, useful or otherwise, in years.
myeaglescantwin says: May 30, 2013 10:06 AM
i really can't believe the ignorance of some people.
The change should come about not because of pressure, but from the realization that their team slogan is racially fueled and offensive.
An organization that represents our nation's capitol should not need to be told what is offensive. Instead, the organization should realize what is right or wrong, offensive or not, and make a change.
The fact that those people who are championing the change are not Native America is a non-issue.
This is about recognizing what is right and what is wrong, not arguing about semantics.
thirdistheworrd says: May 30, 2013 2:25 PM
myeaglescantwin says:
May 30, 2013 10:06 AM
The fact that those people who are championing the change are not Native America is a non-issue.
This is about recognizing what is right and what is wrong, not arguing about semantics.
In what possible way is that a non-issue? Non-Natives telling Natives what they should and should not find offensive is far more offensive than the name could ever be.
In other words, who has the right to say what is right and what is wrong? But who gets to say what is right? You? Me? That's the point: if the answer was objective, this issue would have been over and done with long ago, but it's not, it's subjective and that's why we are having a discussion.


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is this a big enough compressor to paint?
I meant to paint cars with?
No, I think you need a dual stage that will put out more air, along with at least an 80 gal tank.
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Depending on the gun you use, you can make it work.
I have painted with way less compressor than that, but do it with a non HVLP gun. If you have a gun that requires like 14 CFM & 20 PSI, it will probably work.
I'm using the cheapo hf purple guns till I can save up for something. better
,kobalt @lowes has one a little stronger around the same price.I'm in the 400-600.00 range.can't find nada on craigslist
The 66222? ( replacement for 43430 ) takes quite a bit more air.
I'm currently using a 30 gallon/6hp compressor. It will keep up with my Iwata with no problem. With the Finishline lll, it will run a bit more. Using an air hog, like a HF purple - might have some real pain in air flow. The major consideration that many don't look at until it's too late is 'Duty Cycle'. If it's 100%, (60 minutes running/hour) you probably are golden. 50%(30 minutes), it's not so good. Less then 50% - don't bother bringing it home as it's only good to fill tires and maybe run a primer gun while doing a panel or two.
And those Hp numbers - they are 'developed' horsepower. That 6Hp on my compressor - might be at inrush current, first startup, but returns to running Hp once it's in operation 1-3 or so. My little portable Sears 1.5Hp was just that and had a 100% duty cycle - but it died:(wouldn't run much of anything but a siphon feed gun and fill tires - kinda)
hmm Ill have to go look@the gun my current comp is a 33 gal craftsman oiless don't wanna go buy this one if it wont work for me.I can get 10% off on this thing
This is my paint gun.
I use a 3 HP single stage compressor to supply air to it.
But I run air through this extra tank first.
What I do is locate the second tank close to what I am painting. I use the regulator on the air compressor to drop air pressure going into the second tank to about 40 PSI.
When the higher pressure air goes through the regulator, it obviously drops pressure. When you let a gas (air) drop pressure two other things happen. The volume of the gas goes up, and the temperature of the expanding gas cools.
This allows a "too small" compressor to keep up with my HVLP spray gun.
Whatever you are painting, when you have a little free time, do a dry run on the vehicle. Just take your gun, hook it up, set the settings at the compressor and adjust the settings at the gun and air paint it. You could also have a buddy in the background playing the air guitar just so you have something to listen to. :D All kidding aside, air paint it with the correct settings to see the cycle times. How often does it take to start, how long does it run, and are you maintaining good pressure at the gun throughout the cycle times?
Then you can adjust yourself to compensate for what is lacking, where. Instead of shooting the complete topside, you may have to shoot the roof, cycle, shoot the hood and maybe even the trunk before it cycles again. Then either make a mental note for the big day, or even write it down on a whiteboard and hang it up so you remember.
I have a buddy that has completely rebuilt and painted (show quality) a '69 Camaro, a '67 El-Cee, and a '80 Malibu all with a small cheap horizontal pull around compressor. IIRC, it's a cheap Sears model, maybe 20 gallons. He would make a couple of dry runs before he painted and adjusted accordingly.
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Post subject: THE TRUTH ABOUT ELI MANNING
First off let me get this out of the way and say that after the last season, ELI MANNING IS DEFINITELY AN ELITE QB. Now that I got that out of the way Ive seen many crucial plays in Elis career were he gets bailed out time and time again. Eli Manning in the media is being talked about as a future hall of famer, and thats fine and whatever but theyre only saying that because of a team achievement. The Giants beat the Patriots in the Super Bowl, not Eli Manning. He deserved the Super Bowl MVP, but I hate how they give all the credit to the QB like hes playing on special teams, playing on defense, and hes the coordinator on both sides of the football. In my opinion I think what elevates Eli Manning isnt necessary his play but the play of both Wide Receivers Victor Cruz and Hakeem Nicks. I think that what these two receivers do so well (especially Cruz) is that theyre great route runners, create separation, and get a lot of YAC. Last season in my opinion they were the best starting duo Wide Receivers.
PLAY #1: Eli Manning gets in trouble and throws up a prayer in double coverage and somehow his receiver gets the football.
PLAY #2: Eli Manning throws a short/intermediate pass to his receiver and his receiver takes that short/intermediate pass and goes for a touchdown.
PLAY #3: Eli Manning throws a pass and the ball is dropped by the opponent when it was right in their hands.
PLAY #4: Eli Manning throws a pass thats supposed to be deflected or intercepted.
Giants @ Cardinals- Eli drops back and throws a pass to Victor Cruz over the middle, he breaks a tackle, falls down fumbles the football and the refs ruled he gave himself up.
Cardinals @ Giants- Eli drops back and throws a pass intended for Mario Manningham. It gets deflected by DRC, and then Hakeem Nicks gets it out of nowhere and he scores a 62 yd TD.
Giants @ Eagles- Eli drops back and throws a pass to a wide open Victor Cruz he breaks three tackles on the play and hes gone for a 74 yd TD.
Seahawks @ Giants- Eli drops back and throws the football up to Victor Cruz, in double coverage. It gets tipped in the air, Cruz catches the football and hes gone for a 68 yd TD.
Giants @ Jets (I GUESS?)- Eli drops back and throws the football to Victor Cruz for a 1st down, on 3rd & 10 at the 1 yd line. Cruz catches it breaking three tackles and hes gone for a 99 yd TD.
Cowboys @ Giants- Eli drops runs to his left throws a pass to Victor Cruz who outruns everyone for a 74 yd TD.
(Start at 0:14)
Giants vs. Patriots- Eli drops back throw the football and lands in Asante Samuels hands but he dropped an easy int.
Giants vs. Patriots- Eli drops back gets away from 3 or 4 hands grabbing his jersey, gets away from the pressure, and throws it up to Tyree in the middle of the field.
Falcons @ Giants- Eli drops back find Hakeem Nicks, then Nicks takes it up the middle blows by 3 or 4 defenders and hes gone for a 72 yd TD.
(Start at 1:22)
Giants @ Packers- Eli drops back finds Hakeem Nicks over the middle, then Hakeem Nicks breaks a tackle and turns around and hes gone for a 66 yd TD.
Giants @ Packers- Eli drops back with a three man rush, while he throws up a prayer and Hakeem Nicks goes up and gets it and it was before halftime.
Giants @ 49ers- Eli drops back sliding to his left away from pressure as he threw it into double coverage were both players were going for the football. It was dropped and one of the 49er players injured their own teammate in the process.
(Start at 4:40)
Giants @ 49ers- Eli drops back throws a pass to Ahmad Bradshaw he clearly tries to fight for extra yards as he clearly fumbled the football. But the refs ruled he was down due to forward progress but it was WAY TOO EARLY.
(Start at 8:27)
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This has happened over all of his career. Not to mention all those passes he throws on his back foot or turning away from a hit that are horrible decisions and somehow his receiver bails him out.
What angers me the most is why we don't draft receiver with good hands who attack the ball, we have seen time and time again how big of a difference it makes. Cruz is Maclin's size and he plays much bigger. With all this time you can't tell me there hasn't been a chance to draft a receiver with good hands. I don't know why this aspect keeps being overlook when this should be the first thing to look at when drafting someone who makes a living by CATCHING A BALL yet all of our receivers are inconsistent in this area.
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It's not necessarily a fault of Eli.
It's a team sport. If he's giving his team a chance to make a play, then he deserves the success and accolades.
I think historically, Andy Reid puts a lot of importance on the QB. From the Favre years, to McNabb, to Vick, whoever, the fact of the matter is, the QB is the absolute focal point of the offense and has to put the ball ON THE SPOT for the targets to make plays.
Andy Reid receivers have had dangerous talent, such as Jackson, but they don't particularly physically dominate.
We had one in T.O., who you could just toss the ball up and he would make a play. Everyone else basically, you have to have a perfect ball for them to make a play.
This isn't terrible, but you need an elite QB for it to work. Even despite having good running backs such as Westbrook or Shady, Reid needs to adjust to make them just as important as his QB.
The Giants system doesn't require Eli to be perfect, by having physical receivers and a running game. That's why despite Eli's inconsistencies and other issues, he has two rings.
I think it's a result of the QB evolving from someone who distributes the ball to the guy who has to be the leader on the team and getting the spotlight and the gigantic contracts.
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Yes, the Giants receivers have turned routine receptions into big plays. But it's not like Eli is running some sort of conservative offense where he makes easy throws and takes undeserved credit. (That's Brady, Brees and Rivers, but I won't get into that.) In fact, it's just the opposite. Eli led the league in passing stats when throwing over 20 yards last year. So I disagree with the implication that Eli has it easy and has been lucky.
As a NFCE rival fan, I think you see only what you want to see. Case and point - Cruz's three drops last night. That's a different game if Cruz makes those receptions. And receivers mistakes cost us games last year. Cruz slipping at the five yard line during a game winning drive resulting in a pick six and victory by Seattle. Hakeem Nicks dropping a sure touchdown pass against the Redskins last year. In fact, receiver drops are something that have plagued the Giants. Last year Cruz, Nicks, Manningham and Ballard combined for 30 drops. I don't think you'll find a many worse receiving corps in terms of drops last season. In 2010, a good 7 or 8 interceptions were off the hands of the receivers.
Most of the time Eli puts the ball where it needs to be. Sometimes he makes a mistake and his receivers bail him out. Sometimes he makes a perfect pass and his receivers stink it up. At the end of the day it balances out. Because of this run and gun offense, Eli attempts more risky throws than most QBs in this league, and that's why his highs and lows are so pronounced.
"Has courage and poise. In my opinion, most of all, he has that quality you can't define. Call it magic."
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Why is this thread here?
QFT didn't know I was in the Giants Forum.
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eaglesfan10 wrote:
Hammertime52 wrote:
Why is this thread here?
QFT didn't know I was in the Giants Forum.
Me either, that said. I've always called Eli lucky. When his receivers aren't there to save him, he is terrible.
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The truth about Eli Manning? He's a great QB who displays great improvisational skills, can manage the pocket extremely well, isn't afraid to take risks and will always throw the ball out there to give his receivers a chance to make plays. And that's it. This post just reeks of hurt feelings.
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the second i pick him in fantasy, he throws a stinker.
he hates me, thats the truth. plain and simple.
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I'm not saying Eli is a bum or completely lucky like a Tim Tebow, but like I said it's a team sport. The QB doesn't do everything on the field. The media acts like the QB's are the only thing that matters. I know Eli can make very good passes. But like I said you don't think that the additions of Cruz and the emergence of Nicks doesn't have anything to do with his breakout year?
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I'm not saying Eli is a bum or completely lucky like a
Tim Tebow
, but like I said it's a team sport. The QB doesn't do everything on the field. The media acts like the QB's are the only thing that matters. I know Eli can make very good passes. But like I said you don't think that the additions of Cruz and the emergence of Nicks doesn't have anything to do with his breakout year?
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eaglesfan10 wrote:
Hammertime52 wrote:
Why is this thread here?
QFT didn't know I was in the Giants Forum.
Me either, that said. I've always called Eli lucky. When his receivers aren't there to save him, he is terrible.
What? I could easily flip your argument by saying that Eli Manning's receivers sometimes drop passes, therefore subpar play by the receivers reflects poorly on Manning. What is it? Eli is lucky his receivers do their jobs and catch the football, or Eli is unlucky and his receivers drop balls sometimes? You could say the same about any QB. What you can't say about any QB is that they are elite game managers with championship intangibles. Both of which are irrefutably characterize Eli Manning, seeing as he successfully manages football games, and has 2 Superbowl rings and MVPs to his name.
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2013 Prediction Contest Thread.
Each person gets 5 predictions, top 3 predictions that come true. (bizarre or unforeseen). Will earn the predictor 1000000 credits. Remember if two people make the exact same prediction who ever made it first wins, by making the prediction more specific though you can steal the win. Example if Person #1 predicts Anderson Silva will lose and person #2 predicts he will lose to Chael Sonnen then obviously if he were to lose to Sonnen #2 would get the points. Predictions will be accepted for one week starting now.
My Predictions for 2013.
1. After dropping 2 fights in 2013 Jose Aldo is no longer in P4P discussions.
2. GSP destroys Nick Diaz stopping him in under 3 rounds.
3. UFC buys Invicta
4. Dominick Cruz does not compete in single bout in 2013.
5. Sonnen/Jones will do over 1 million PPV buys
1. Chris Weidman fights Anderson Silva and gets smashed in under 3.
2. Jose Aldo moves up to LW and fights Ben Henderson for the title.
3. Cain Velasquez loses the HW title.
4. Chael Sonnen beats Jon Jones for the LHW title (I know, I know :D).
5. Big Nog or Werdum gets injured before the TUF finale.
1. Frankie Edgar becomes the FW Champion after dominating Aldo.
2. Ronda Rousey loses.
3. Condit stops Rory again
4. BJ Penn goes back to 155
5. GSP stops Diaz
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1. Ronda Rousey and Miesha Tate will be TUF coaches.
2. Anthony Pettis will be LW champion.
3. Wanderlei Silva will retire.
4. Rory MacDonald will be open to fighting GSP after stopping Condit.
5. UFC won't hold an event in NYC.
1. Anderson Silva stops his next opponent using another strike we haven't seen him use to finish another opponent off before.
2. There will be a falling out between 2 people in Greg Jackson's camp due to a fight for the championship belt.
3. Nick Diaz will announce that he will retire in the UFC 158 post fight press conference.
4. Jones humiliates Gustafsson in their title fight.
5. There will be a fight between two champions from different weightclasses.
1: Jon Jones will lose at least one fight at HW.
2: Jon Jones will not be the LHW champion.
3: Shogun will lose his first fight in 2013 and retire.
4: Rory moves to MW and gets a title fight, but loses to Anderson by TKO.
5: Overeem gets busted for illegal substances again.
1. Anderson Silva vs. Jon Jones headlines UFC's first ever show in New York City. (Non title or catch-weight bout)
2. Gilbert Melendez will fight for the LW title in his UFC debut and come up short.
3. The flyweight, featherweight, lightweight, welterweight, middleweight and light heavyweight belts will NOT change hands. (Risky!)
4. Jose Aldo will NOT move up to LW.
5. Ben Henderson will rematch Pettis and win by TKO.
1. Anderson Silva will lose a fight
2. Takanori Gomi will have an amazing career comeback
3. Sean Sherk comes back for one fight and retires
4. Jon Fitch fights for the WW title
5. Hioki gets a FW title shot and submits the champion
I know I said I was going to predict something less crazy in the other thread but that's boring so...
1. Jose Aldo beats Frankie at FW, moves up and beats the LW champ.
2. Pettis will land a knockout with a kick we rarely see in MMA
3. Frankie Edgar becomes interim champ at 135
4. Ronda goes unbeaten in the UFC until she faces Cyborg
5. At least twelve ZUFFA fighters get busted for illegal substances due to increased/VADA testing (wishful thinking here)
1. Frankie Edgar defeats Jose Aldo by split decision on February 2nd after a late surge where he gets dropped and nearly finished in the first two rounds to grind out two 10-9's in the third and fourth rounds before dropping Aldo in the fifth to take a split decision that gets FOTN and FOTY honors and splits the MMA world 50/50. Aldo and Edgar later rematch in the summer in Brazil.
2. Wanderlei Silva, Frank Mir, Rich Franklin, Nick Diaz, Rampage Jackson, Chael Sonnen, and Minotauro Nogueira retire.
3. Lyoto Machida defeats both Dan Henderson and Mauricio 'Shogun' Rua.
4. Jake Ellenberger defeats Johny Hendricks.
5. Daniel Cormier, Luke Rockhold, Nate Marquardt, and Gilbert Melendez all fight for a UFC Title in 2013.
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In 1833 the Lord said that, because of their transgressions, the Latter-day Saints "must needs be chastened and tried, even as Abraham" (D&C 101:4). Genesis 18–23 recounts some of Abraham's intense trials and illustrates his faithfulness. In contrast to Abraham is the fate of Sodom and Gomorrah. As you study these chapters, think about Abraham. How was he able to endure his trials? What blessings came because he faithfully obeyed the Lord? In what ways can we follow his example as we seek those same blessings?
Abraham secured the promises God made to him (later called the Abrahamic covenant) and earned the title "father of the faithful" (D&C 138:41). He helped make it possible for us to receive the blessings of the gospel (see D&C 84:33–34; 124:58). The people of Sodom and Gomorrah, on the other hand, were destroyed by God because of their wickedness.
Some Important Gospel Principles to Look For
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God's promises will be fulfilled, whether by Himself directly or through His servants (see Genesis 18:2, 9–15; 21:1–2; see also Genesis 17:15–19; D&C 1:38).
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The Lord gives special blessings to those who faithfully endure trials and testing (see Genesis 18:1–19; 20:1–3, 14–18; 22:1–19; see also D&C 58:4).
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Genesis teaches the following about our relationship with the Lord:
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The Lord can do what seems impossible to us. We should, therefore, have faith and trust in Him (see Genesis 18:9–14; 21:1–8; see also Romans 4:16–22; 1 Nephi 4:1).
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Righteous individuals in a community or nation may temporarily preserve the rest of the people from the full effects of God's judgments upon the wicked (see Genesis 18:23–32; see also Alma 10:22–23; 62:40; Helaman 13:13–14).
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Choosing to affiliate with the wicked can be both physically and spiritually destructive (see Genesis 19).
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The Lord tests us all, and we should do what He commands, no matter how difficult it seems. If we obey, everything will work out for our good, whether in this life or the next (see Genesis 21:9–21; 22:1–19; see also Romans 8:28; D&C 90:24).
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If we truly love the Lord with all our hearts, we will willingly do all that He asks (see Genesis 22:1–12; see also John 14:15; Omni 1:26).
Suggestions for Teaching
Genesis 18:1–15. The Lord gives glorious promises to His faithful followers. He has the power to fulfill His promises and will do so "in his own time, and in his own way, and according to his own will" (D&C 88:68). (20–25 minutes)
Give each student a paper on which the following is written:
Your teacher says, "I promise you that __________."
Your parents say, "We promise you that __________."
Ask each student to fill in the blanks with the promises they would most like to hear. Invite several students to share what they wrote and explain why. Ask:
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What promises have you received from these people in the past?
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How important were those promises to you?
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Are you confident that the promises you have received will always be kept? Why or why not?
The Lord also makes promises. Ask students where they can find some of the promises the Lord has given (for example, patriarchal and other priesthood blessings, ordinances, words of living prophets, and scriptures). Ask students to ponder some of the promises the Lord has given them personally. Tell them that the Lord has power to fulfill each of His promises, and He will.
Have students read Genesis 18:1–12 and identify the promise Sarah received. Ask:
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Considering her age (see v. 11) how glorious was this promise?
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What was Sarah's response to this promise? (see v. 12).
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Why do you think she responded that way?
Share the commentary for Genesis 18:9–15 in Old Testament Student Manual: Genesis–2 Samuel (pp. 75–76). Ask students if they have ever felt astonished or amazed at God's miraculous goodness.
Have students read Genesis 18:13–14 and look for what the Lord said about His power to keep His promises. Ask them how they would respond to the question "Is any thing too hard for the Lord?" Read Doctrine and Covenants 1:36–37 and 82:10. Ask: How do these scriptures support the doctrine that the Lord will fulfill each of His promises, regardless of how difficult they may seem to us?
Help students understand that nothing is too hard for the Lord, but He blesses us "in his own time, and in his own way, and according to his own will" (D&C 88:68). Consider, for example, how long Sarah and Abraham waited to be blessed with children.
Read Genesis 15:1–6 with students and review what Abraham did when he was worried and how and why he was blessed. Read Isaiah 40:25–31 and look for what those verses teach about the importance of waiting upon the Lord (patience). Consider inviting students to tell about times they felt the Lord's answer was best for them even when it was not necessarily what they wanted.
Genesis 18:1–15. God's promises will be fulfilled, whether by Himself directly or through His servants. (5–10 minutes)
Ask students what some of the most difficult challenges facing youth are, and list them on the board. Ask: Is anything too hard for the Lord. Is there anything too hard for us if the Lord is with us?
Focus the discussion on what the Lord has commanded them that requires waiting, such as not dating until they are sixteen, setting aside some pursuits for two years to serve a mission, staying morally clean, and living the law of tithing. Share your testimony that the Lord's blessings await those who endure patiently in faith and that the Lord always fulfills His promises.
Genesis 18:16–33; 19:1–13, 23–26. As the world grows more wicked, we need to know of the saving influence the righteous can have on the wicked, how they should treat others as the judgments of God are visited upon the inhabitants of the earth, and what God will do for the righteous. (30–35 minutes)
Ask students why they think God would destroy a whole city of people. Do one of the following, depending on how much time you have:
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Have students use their Topical Guides and search out answers by looking up such topics as "destruction," "God, indignation of," "iniquity," and "wickedness."
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Review Moses 7:33–34 and 8:28–30, which tell about the wickedness prior to the Flood.
Have students read Genesis 18:20–21 and look for which cities were very wicked in Abraham's time. Have students search the following scriptures, looking for specific sins that were widespread in Sodom and Gomorrah, and then discuss what they find:
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Genesis 19:4–11 (see also JST, Genesis 19:9–15)
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Jude 1:7 (see also the commentary for Genesis 19:13 in
Old Testament Student Manual: Genesis–2 Samuel, p. 76)
Ask how the sins mentioned in those scriptures are similar to those you already found and discussed. Ask students to consider how the list applies to our day and how God feels about the same evils in the world today, as spoken by His prophets.
Tell students that before the Lord sent His messengers to Sodom and Gomorrah, He told Abraham what He intended to do. Before reading how Abraham responded, ask students why they think God is patient with them and with society as a whole. Have them read Genesis 18:23–33 and look for reasons God is so patient and how the righteous should act regarding a people wicked enough (as a group) for destruction. Consider using what the Lord said in Doctrine and Covenants 86:1–7 concerning the parable of the wheat and the tares in your discussion.
Read Alma 10:22–23 with the class and discuss how it applies to the interchange between Abraham and the Lord. Ask: What can we learn from what Abraham did and said? (see the commentary for Genesis 18:16–33 in
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What did the Lord say He would do?
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What can we do to be prepared to receive His protection?
Again ask students why God would destroy a people. (It might be good to review here the story of Noah and the destruction of the people of his time.) Have students read 1 Nephi 17:35 and Alma 45:16 and explain what these scriptures teach about when God will destroy a people. Ask:
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What word in the two scriptures just read would describe Sodom and Gomorrah after the righteous people were removed? (Ripe.)
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What did God do to Sodom and Gomorrah after the righteous left?
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What can we learn from the story of Sodom and Gomorrah that can help us endure or be spared much of the destruction that could come in the future?
Genesis 19:1–8. We should respect and honor the Lord's appointed servants. (10–15 minutes)
Ask students how they would feel if they were visited by the President of the Church or by another General Authority. Tell them that both Abraham and Lot were visited by special messengers from the Lord. Have them read Genesis 18:2–8 and 19:1–3 and look for how Abraham and Lot treated the Lord's anointed servants. Ask:
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How is the respect Abraham and Lot showed the Lord's messengers similar to how we might act?
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How can we show respect for our prophets and leaders even when they are not here with us?
Have students read Jacob 4:6; 3 Nephi 23:5; and Doctrine and Covenants 1:14, 37–38 and tell what counsel each of those scriptures give. Discuss what we can do to show proper respect for our local Church leaders, who are also the Lord's servants for us.
Through the Prophet Joseph Smith the Lord warned members of the Church in our day about the respect we should show our leaders and each other. Church members were told to change their "examples before the Church and before the world, in all your manners, habits and customs, and salutations one toward another; rendering unto every man the respect due the office, calling, and priesthood whereunto I, the Lord, have appointed and ordained you" (History of the Church, 2:177).
Genesis 19–22. Choosing to affiliate with the wicked can be both physically and spiritually harmful. (30–35 minutes)
Use tape or paper to make lines on the floor, like those in the following diagram. Make them long enough so that they are about six feet or two meters apart at the end.
Invite students to walk along the lines as far as they can, keeping one foot on each line. It is easy at the beginning, but it gradually becomes more difficult. They must eventually walk on one line or the other or fall down. To demonstrate the difficulty of deciding too late, ask a student whose feet are quite spread out to pick up one foot and place it on the same path as the other foot without tipping over.
Label one of the lines "The way of the Lord" and the other "The way of the world." Ask students:
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How can this activity be compared to how some people try to live their lives?
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Why are the lines fairly close together at the beginning?
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How does that describe one of the ways Satan deceives us?
Read and discuss 2 Nephi 28:19–24 and the following statement by Elder Ezra Taft Benson, then a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles:
"Christ taught that we should be in the world but not of it. Yet there are some in our midst who are not so much concerned about taking the gospel into the world as they are about bringing worldliness into the gospel. They want us to be in the world and of it" (in Conference Report, Apr. 1969, 11).
Have students read Genesis 13:5–13 and look for a point where Abraham and Lot seem to walk different paths. Tell them that Sodom was a very wealthy and prosperous city, but it was also very wicked (see v. 13). Ask:
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What dangers could have existed for Lot and his family because he "pitched his tent toward Sodom"? Why?
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What might "pitching your tent" toward something symbolize?
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What should we "pitch our tent" toward instead? (see Mosiah 2:6 for one possible suggestion).
Have students read Genesis 14:12 and find out where Lot had later moved his family. Have them then read Genesis 14:5, 11–12 to see what unpleasant consequences came from his decision to live in Sodom. Point out that Abraham was not captured or even involved in that battle except to rescue Lot. Discuss how living the gospel, like living in a safe place, helps us avoid certain problems that others need to be "rescued" from.
Abraham was determined to serve only God. Have students read Genesis 14:17–24. Remind them who Melchizedek was (see the commentary for Genesis 14:18 in
The Lord promised Abraham endless posterity, although he and Sarah had no children at the time (see Genesis 15:1–5). Have students read Genesis 15:5–6 for Abraham's response to the Lord's promise. In Genesis 17 and 18 we read about the Lord renewing that promise to Abraham and Sarah, even in their old age.
Have students read Genesis 19 and list the consequences that came as a result of Lot's living in Sodom. Especially have them look for the impact on Lot's family. Invite students to share ways we can live among wickedness and remain righteous. Have them contrast what happened to Lot and his family with what happened to Abraham in regards to his family in Genesis 21–22, especially regarding the promise in Genesis 22:17–18.
Ask students:
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What might people have thought about each of these two men if they observed them at the beginning of the story? the middle? the end?
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What can we learn from them about being faithful to the Lord?
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What can we learn from them about the object lesson with the two lines?
Read the First Presidency's introduction from For the Strength of Youth: Fulfilling Our Duty to God ([pamphlet, 2001], pp. 2–3). Ask:
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How does their counsel help with your decisions concerning what path to follow?
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How can other counsel from this pamphlet bless your life?
Genesis 21. Abraham and Sarah were faithful in waiting upon the Lord. (15–20 minutes)
To help deepen the students' feelings about the principle of waiting upon the Lord, have them do activity A for Genesis 20–21 in their student study guides (p. 27).
Genesis 22. Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son Isaac is not only an impressive demonstration of faithfulness. It also teaches about and testifies of the Atonement of Jesus Christ. (45–50 minutes)
Discuss with students the questions found in the introduction to Genesis 22 in their student study guides (p. 27). Use the insights in the "Understanding the Scriptures" section of the student study guide (p. 28) to help answer the "why" question.
The story in Genesis 22:1–18 is so significant that you will probably want to read it aloud as a class. Stop from time to time to ask questions, discuss, reflect, and comment. For example, read a verse and then stop and ask students what they learn from it about Abraham, Isaac, Sarah, or the Lord. You may also want to give helpful information about Abraham from Old Testament Student Manual: Genesis–2 Samuel, pp. 77–80.
Have students read what the Lord said to Church members in Doctrine and Covenants 101:4–5. Ask them why they think we must be tried and tested in some way. (Make sure they understand that this scripture does not mean they will be asked to sacrifice their child.) Share some of the information concerning Genesis 22 in the student study guide and the commentary for Genesis 22:1 in Old Testament Student Manual: Genesis–2 Samuel (p. 78) to help in this discussion.
Have students imagine they have a brand new, high performance automobile (or something else of great value to young people). Ask:
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How would you feel about letting someone with no proven judgment, experience, or self-control drive your car, for example someone five or ten years old? Why?
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What has the Lord promised to give us? (see D&C 76:58–59, 95; 84:38).
Have students notice in Genesis 22:16–18 that after the Lord saw Abraham's willingness to be obedient by sacrificing his only son, He assured him with a solemn oath that all the blessings previously promised him would be given him, along with others not mentioned before. Ask: How did Abraham's obedience help him qualify for these great blessings?
Make a list with the students of the ways they think this story of Abraham and Isaac is a similitude (type or symbol) of the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, or ask them to share what they wrote for activity A for Genesis 22 in their student study guides (p. 28). The information found in the commentary for Genesis 22:1–19 in Old Testament Student Manual: Genesis–2 Samuel (pp. 77–78) can help with this activity.
Remind students that there was no ram in the thicket when Heavenly Father allowed His Son to be sacrificed. Jesus lived a sinless life every moment of every day so He could sacrifice in ways we cannot even comprehend in order to provide a way for our salvation if we are repentant. We should expect that we will be asked to overcome sin and to sacrifice as we strive to become like Him.
"How can you and I really expect to glide naively through life, as if to say, Lord, give me experience, but not grief, not sorrow, not pain, not opposition, not betrayal, and certainly not to be forsaken. Keep from me, Lord, all those experiences which made Thee what Thou art! Then let me come and dwell with Thee and fully share Thy joy!" (in Conference Report, Apr. 1991, 117; or Ensign, May 1991, 88).
"In that hour I think I can see our dear Father behind the veil looking upon these dying struggles; … His great heart almost breaking for the love that He had for His Son. Oh, in that moment when He might have saved His Son, I thank Him and praise Him that He did not fail us. … I rejoice that He did not interfere, and that His love for us made it possible for Him to endure to look upon the sufferings of His Son and give Him finally to us, our Saviour and our Redeemer. Without Him, without His sacrifice, we would have remained, and we would never have come glorified into His presence. And so this is what it cost, in part, for our Father in heaven to give the gift of His Son" (in Melvin J. Ballard … Crusader for Righteousness [1966], 137).
Consider giving students some time to express their gratitude for the sacrifice and Atonement of Jesus Christ.
Genesis 12–22; Abraham 1–2. Abraham is exalted (see D&C 132:29) and is known as the "father of the faithful" (D&C 138:41). He is an example for all of us of how to obtain eternal life. (30–40 minutes)
Abraham is an important figure for Church members. Have students write about what they learned from studying Abraham's life. You could have them choose three principles from his life that Church members today should incorporate into their lives. Or have them outline the steps of progression in Abraham's life (where he started, where he ended, and how he got there). Or have them write to one of the following titles:
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Why Abraham Is Called the Friend of God and Father of the Faithful
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How I May Become Part of Abraham's Covenant Family
Let students write for the whole class time, and respond to them later in writing. Or give them the first half of the class to write and the second half for those who wish to share what they wrote.


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Totally Blonde
|Totally Blonde
DVD Cover
|Directed by
|Andrew Van Slee
|Produced by
|Andrew Van Slee
|Written by
|Andrew Van Slee
|Krista Allen, Maeve Quinlan and Michael Bublé
Extraordinary Films Ltd.
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|United States
Totally Blonde is a 2001 comedy film written and directed by Andrew Van Slee, and starring Krista Allen, Maeve Quinlan and Michael Bublé. The musical soundtrack was released as the album Totally Bublé.
The airhead comedy was Bublé's second film, after a bit part as a singer in Duets (2000) starring Gwyneth Paltrow and Huey Lewis, and followed by a role as Hap in The Snow Walker (2003).[1] The soundtrack, which was moderately successful, was soon followed by his first major label release Michael Bublé (2003).[2]
Meg Peters just can't seem to find Mr. Right, until one day she bleaches her hair blonde. Men begin to swarm around, but none she feels is Mr. Right until she meets a crooner at a local club (Michael Bublé). The plot thickens when she also meets an old high-school friend, now a wealthy but muscle-bound hunk (Brody Hutzler).[3] Typical situations follow, such as a scene where she stands up Bublé for a date with Hutzler, and Bublé ends up making out with her girlfriend played by Maeve Quinlan.[4] In the rather contrived ending, everything ends happily.
One critic describes the film as a "fairly disastrous romantic comedy", but says that Bublé's music, written by Van Slee, helps redeem it, as does the generally likable cast.[5]
|Krista Allen
|Meg Peters
|Maeve Quinlan
|Liv Watson
|Michael Bublé
|Van Martin
|Brody Hutzler
|Brad Wilson
|Mindy Sterling
|Colin Mochrie
|Vulcan / Agent / Comic / Drunk
|Charlene Tilton
|Blonde School Director
|Michael Kagan
|Alfred / Mountie / Minister
|D.C. Douglas
|French Waiter / Douglas The Hotel Clerk
|Tanya Garrett
|Erin Carufel
|Nicole Stevens II
|Martinette (as Aimee Nicole)
|Vikki Gurdas
|Brunette #1
|Corinne Marshall
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Picosure Laser on Tattoo Cover Up - Miami, FL
Im currently in the process of removing about 6 tattoos. 2 of which are pretty big and the other 4 are slightly small. I love tattoos and started getting them when i was very young, hence most of my regret. My idea is too erase these really ugly, amateaur tattoos and get beautiful tattoos over them. My first session went extremely well although extremely painful, even with numbing cream. Im... READ MORE
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I have a few ideas but nothing for sure yet lol READ COMMENT
They give me a pretty fair price as far as the number of tattoos in removing, but the sessions are going far longer than what they said so I have been thinking of speaking to them about that actually, so thanks for the advice :) READ COMMENT
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I'm sure that's what it is, I have some hypo too but it's not so visible also I've heard that ginger roots are very good for hypo, anyways tho I'm planning on doing cover ups on most of the tattoos I'm removing so it's no so much of am... READ COMMENT