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Austin, Texas -- Whole Foods Market said Friday it will acquire six leases from Johnnie's Foodmaster, a family-owned grocery chain based in Chelsea, Mass. The transaction is expected to close Nov. 30.
Johnnie's Foodmaster will close all six locations prior to the closing date, but Whole Foods said it has guaranteed interviews to all Johnnie's Foodmaster employees at the six acquired locations with the goal of hiring as many as possible.
The six leases include South Weymouth, Arlington, Charlestown, Brookline, Melrose, and Somerville, and average 31,000 sq. ft. in size. Whole Foods Market intends to remodel each location, with the goal of reopening all six stores before the end of its 2013 fiscal year.
"To have the opportunity to sell to a company like Whole Foods Market has made a tough decision much easier," said John DeJesus, president of Johnnie's Foodmaster. "I know that my employees and our loyal customers are in the best hands, and that the communities will benefit greatly from the product selection and shopping experience that Whole Foods Market offers."
The terms of the agreement have not been disclosed.

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Ten freshmen Building Trades students and instructor Jack Jones returned from a week of service in Long Island Feb. 8 where they spent five days helping home owners there prepare to rebuild homes destroyed by Super Storm Sandy last fall.
"This was a rich and rewarding learning experience on many levels," said Jones. Students worked on four homes which were identified by the New York Annual Conference (NYAC), a mission and relief organization through the United Methodist Church that coordinates volunteers to assist with recovery efforts.
"We were thrilled to have Alfred State students here to help us rebuild," said NYAC Disaster Response Coordinator Warren Ferry. "Having volunteers who are diligent, open to taking on tough challenges, and who have the skills to use the right safety procedures is a tremendous help. We hope they come back soon!"
The students worked on homes that were between the demolition and reconstruction phase of construction. "This phase of construction is a particularly stressful time for home owners under the best of circumstances," said Jones, "but the people we were helping had just lost everything. They were very grateful for the work we provided."
Jones said students were able to see real-world instances of exemplary building work and how certain construction techniques and workmanship helped some structures withstand damage while other methods may have contributed to making structures vulnerable to storm damage.
"Being able to see real examples like this while also experiencing how important safety and quality to the people who live in these buildings was a meaningful experience," added Jones.
The project was part of the Building Trades lab component and was coordinated by through Alfred State's Center for Civic Engagement.
Six architectural technology students from Alfred State presented at the annual Appalachian Teaching Project (ATP) conference last month in Washington, DC.
The six seniors presented on the work they did last semester as part of a course called Design Studio 5: Urban Design in which they worked closely with residents and community leaders in the nearby community of Bath. The students created architectural plans for the community which were well received and may be considered for future implementation.
Led by the Consortium of Appalachian Centers and Institutes, the ATP offers students a unique opportunity to conduct active community-based research on their campuses.
Caption – From left, ARC Federal Co-chair Earl F. Gohl; Alfred State architectural engineering professors William Dean (ATP Teaching Fellow) and Rex Simpson; students Matthew Sickles of Albany; Travis Monroe of Cattaraugus; Emily Connors of Spencerport; Thomas Button of Rushville; Anthony Vischansky of Elmira; Alfred State's Craig Clark, executive director of the Wellsville campus and dean of the School of Applied Technology (ATP Teaching Fellow); James Marsh of Belmont; and architectural engineering assistant professor Jeffrey Johnston.
Dr. Earl Packard, chair of the Alfred State Mathematics & Physics Department, has been selected to participate in the annual reading and scoring of the College Board's Advanced Placement Examinations in June. He will be reading the calculus exams for the 10th consecutive year.
The College Board's Advanced Placement Program® (AP®) enables willing and academically prepared students to pursue college-level studies while in high school. Based on their exam performance, students can receive credit and/or advanced placement when they enter college.
In 2011 more than 11,000 AP Readers evaluated more than 3.4 million AP Exams in 34 subjects. Representing many of the finest academic institutions in the world, both high school and collegiate, AP Readers are comprised of professional educators from the United States, Canada, and abroad.
The AP Reading is a unique forum in which an academic dialogue between high school and college educators is both fostered and encouraged.
"The Reading draws upon the talents of some of the finest teachers and professors that the world has to offer," said Trevor Packer, senior vice president, AP and College Readiness at the College Board. "It fosters professionalism, allows for the exchange of ideas, and strengthens the commitment to students and to teaching. We are very grateful for the contributions of talented educators like Dr. Packard."
Packard, who joined the Alfred State faculty in 2003, holds a doctorate in mathematics from Tulane University, a Bachelor of Science of Education in mathematics from Mansfield University, and a Bachelor of Science degree in music education from Mansfield State College. Prior to coming to Alfred, Packard taught at Kutztown University (PA) and the University of Arkansas, Monticello.
Project-based learning is a cornerstone of the Alfred State culture. When students tackle real-world problems, they learn how to think, not what to think. They can also engage in meaningful civic engagement developing solutions to ongoing community challenges.
A recent example took place in Apalachin, NY, from March 11-16. Mark Payne, assistant professor, Fox 40 WICZ.
Standing alone (green shirt):
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Angel Cavanaugh, Whitesville; Cody Madigan, Bath; Kevin Nicoletti, Cochecton; Wayne Carroll, Jr., Bath; Michael Kashdin, Buffalo; and Mark Payne, associate professor, heavy equipment operations, Building Trades Department.
Five baccalaureate-level mechanical engineering seniors at Alfred State College, under the guidance of their project advisers, Ray Gleason, instructional support technician, competed in the 11th annual BUV (basic utility vehicle) competition recently in Indianapolis. A BUV is, according to the Institute for Affordable Transportation (IAT) which sponsors the competition, a vehicle to help meet peoples' everyday needs in developing countries. Besides rural transportation, BUVs also represent a mobile power source for further development. Thanks to a thrown bolt on the shive, the part of the CVT that controls the drive belt, during the Enduro Run the last event, the team was forced to make repairs on the course. Without the correct length bolt to replace it, team member Kevin Sullivan was able to jury rig one with electrical tape that allowed the vehicle to finish the event. However, despite these difficulties, JAARS (formerly the Jungle Aviation and Radio Service), a group that provides technical support such as aviation, information technology, and media for missionary programs, awarded Alfred State the "Customer's Choice Award" for the best-designed vehicle. It was presented by Mike Smith, the organization's automotive supervisor/trainer.


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I'll send out PM's to everyone tonight but I wanted to post this ASAP.
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I'm going to start the draft this Saturday morning.
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You can take as long as you want between picks, for the first week.
On Saturday October 4th I'll set up the draft clock. Not sure which clock we'll be using yet, but I'll let you know.
The early start will let us get a little jump on the draft plus let us know exactly where we'll be drafting.
Consider it a head start.


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Main floor of the 2013 CEW Beauty Product Demo.
What could be more fun and fabulous than 635 beauty products under one roof in the middle of Manhattan? The 19th Annual CEW Beauty Awards Product Demo, which drew more than 2,300 industry insiders to New York's Metropolitan Pavilion on a snowy March evening, provided an opportunity for the members of Cosmetic Executive Women to cast their ballots for the best in beauty and celebrate the innovation and trends that have marked the year's highest achievements in beauty.
According to Carlotta Jacobson, president of CEW, who led a discussion of the event's new design, newest beauty trends and ongoing collaborations, "A CEW Beauty Award is the highest honor any beauty brand can receive, which is why 310 beauty companies entered their best new products in the competition." In addition, according to Jacobson, the CEW seal stands for a superior product and is awarded by industry insiders who are experts in identifying the best beauty products in the market. CEW members vote to select the finalists in each of 32 categories. After the finalists are announced on April 5, 2013, CEW's Board of Governors will vote to determine the winners, who will then be announced at the Beauty Awards luncheon May 17, 2013, at New York's Waldorf-Astoria.
The Product Demo, which occupied two floors, featured a layout designed to replicate a department store, giving attendees the feeling of an extended beauty counter. Products were also displayed in alphabetical order this year, making specific products more accessible for attendees. There was an added emphasis on skin care tools, as CEW expanded its entry categories.
A collaboration with QVC was also new, and QVC buyers selected six beauty product finalists, one of which would be announced at the CEW Beauty Awards luncheon in May, and it will be featured on QVC.
The Eco Award, sponsored by Givaudan, recognizes a beauty product or product line that has moved toward the goal of sustainability, with finalists selected by The Natural Step. The 2013 finalist were:


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SILSDEN couldn't overcome a strong Horsforth side despite a good effort with the ball as the Division Three pace-setters met at Keighley Road.
The home side won the toss and opted to bowl first. After claiming the first scalp with 26 on the board, the Cobbydalers began to pick up wickets at regular intervals on a deck that was offering variable bounce for the bowlers.
Spinner Gulsheraz Ahmed (5-43) and seamer Iqbal Khan did much of the damage, while David Wynn grafted hard for 1-49. However, Horsforth number four Mark McEneaney's 47 did much to set his side a competitive 155 all out.
Silsden's batsmen never really got going in the run chase as all -rounder McEneany again proved to be the thorn in the side, picking up the wickets of the top four.
Muhammad Waqas dug in for a gutsy 20 but the fact this was the innings top score told its own story as Silsden crashed to 90 all out, leaving them third in the league standings.
Mahir Ali (3-19) and Larry Edward (3-21) also produced key contributions for Horsforth.
A fantastic first-team debut from Josh Gill could not prevent Steeton from losing at Pool in Division One.
He took 5-65 from 14 overs, while James Emmott was in miserly form with the ball, his 15 overs only costing 35 runs as he collected three wickets. That saw Steeton bowl Pool out for 182.
In reply, Steeton's top-order batsmen all made starts, but were unable to convert them into sizeable contributions.
They were reduced to 55-5 before Oliver Gledhill (31) and Emmott (46no) pushed the visitors towards their target, only for them to fall just short on 166 all out.
Tailenders Shane Franklin and Anthony Gilks clinched victory for Rawdon over Bilton with just four balls to spare.
Newly promoted Rawdon have been involved in a number of tight matches this season but in recent weeks they have started to win most of them and are beginning to look more comfortable in Division One.
The successful pursuit of Bilton's 200-8 was masterminded by opener Conor McInerney who was seventh man out, just one short of his century.
Skipton and Upper Wharfedale both suffered disappointing defeats in Division Two.
Upper Wharfedale had a day to forget after being bowled out for just 89 as they lost their clash with North Leeds by ten wickets.
Skipton's total of 123 proved insufficient as they lost by seven-wickets to Tong Park Esholt. Kier Nelson top scored for Skipton while Andrew Rushton took 3-41.Harden climbed out of the Division Two bottom two after ninth pair Matthew Topham and Phil Leng saw them past Colton's 131 with an unbeaten stand of 33.


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TROY, Ohio (AP) -- An adoptive father charged with raping three boys in his care admits wrongdoing, and says he hopes to help them avoid having to testify in court.
The 40-year-old western Ohio man also tells The Associated Press he wants to testify against two other men charged with raping one of the boys. The adoptive father last month pleaded guilty to six rape counts against him in his home area of Miami County, with 25 counts dropped in a plea agreement. He still faces a potential trial in Montgomery County, in Dayton, on three counts of rape of a child under 13 and four related charges.
He says in a jail interview that he is sorry for hurting the children. The AP isn't naming him to protect the identities of the children.


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There are hundreds of different things one can do with leftover chicken. An obvious choice is to make soup. Not just any old chicken soup, but a flavor packed chicken posole. Posole is a hearty main course soup with hominy as the defining ingredient. Originated in Jalisco, Mexico, this fragrant soup is easy to make and delicious to eat. To take a look at this exciting way to deal with leftovers
Chicken Posole
From Everyday Food magazine
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
8 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup tomato paste
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
4 cans (14.5 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 cans (15 ounces each) white hominy, drained
6 3/4 cups shredded cooked leftover chicken
Coarse salt and ground pepper
Assorted garnishes, such as diced avocado, thinly sliced radishes, and crumbled tortilla chips (optional)
- Heat oil in a 5-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add onions; cook until translucent, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add garlic, tomato paste, chili powder, and oregano; cook, stirring constantly, until evenly distributed.
- Add 4 cups water, broth, and hominy. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to a simmer, and cook until fragrant, about 30 minutes.
- Stir in chicken; season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook until heated through.
- To serve, divide among bowls, and garnish as desired.
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Overcoming the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges of canine immune-mediated thrombocytopenia
Platelets play an essential role in normal hemostasis. In primary hemostasis, platelets bind to the damaged vessel wall, forming an initial platelet plug. The platelet plug is then stabilized by fibrin, which is generated through the activation of clotting factors in secondary hemostasis.
Immune-mediated thrombocytopenia is the most common acquired cause of abnormal primary hemostasis in dogs.1 It involves antibodies binding to the surface of platelets, causing premature platelet destruction by macrophages.2 Besides increased platelet destruction, other non-immune-mediated mechanisms of thrombocytopenia include decreased platelet production by the bone marrow, platelet sequestration (primarily in the spleen), and increased platelet consumption or loss.3
Immune-mediated thrombocytopenia is often diagnostically and therapeutically challenging. Understanding the underlying pathophysiology and principal differential diagnoses for thrombocytopenia in dogs is vital to develop an appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic approach.PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
Platelets are produced from the fragmentation of bone marrow megakaryocytes and are then released into the circulation where their average life span is eight to 12 days. Aged platelets are removed from the circulation by tissue macrophages, especially in the spleen.1,4 Immune-mediated thrombocytopenia is mainly a disorder of accelerated platelet destruction.2 In this disease, antibodies bind to platelet membranes, enhancing platelet clearance by the mononuclear phagocytic system. This process usually occurs in the spleen although the liver also plays a role.1,2 Thrombocytopenia develops as platelet destruction exceeds compensatory production by the bone marrow.1
Antiplatelet antibodies are directed against normal platelet surface antigens.2 Platelet integrin alphaIIBbeta3 (formerly glycoprotein IIb/IIIa) on the platelet surface is highly immunogenic and is thought to be the most frequent target antigen.5 Platelet-surface-bound antibodies in dogs with immune-mediated thrombocytopenia are frequently immunoglobulin G (IgG).2 Antiplatelet antibodies may also alter platelet function and further compromise primary hemostatic function.1,5 However, the clinical relevance of this altered platelet function is unclear since immature platelets have increased hemostatic function that may compensate for the platelet dysfunction.1
Immune-mediated thrombocytopenia can be classified as primary or secondary.1
Primary immune-mediated thrombocytopenia
Primary immune-mediated thrombocytopenia has also been called idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura. In this spontaneous autoimmune disorder, autoantibodies are directed against specific portions of the platelet membrane. It occurs in the absence of an underlying disease1,2 and can only be diagnosed once causes of secondary immune-mediated thrombocytopenia have been ruled out.6
Secondary immune-mediated thrombocytopenia
In secondary immune-mediated thrombocytopenia, antibodies bind to antigens adsorbed to the platelet surface or immune complexes nonspecifically bind to the platelet.5 Secondary immune-mediated thrombocytopenia occurs as a result of an underlying disorder.1,2 Many underlying causes of secondary immune-mediated thrombocytopenia have been reported. Often there is an association between a disease and thrombocytopenia, but the causative role has not been confirmed experimentally.1 Conditions that have been associated with immune-mediated thrombocytopenia include autoimmune disorders, drug therapy, blood product transfusion, vaccine administration, various neoplasms, and infectious agents.
Autoimmune diseases. Immune-mediated thrombocytopenia may occur in association with other autoimmune diseases in dogs such as systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, and immune-mediated hemolytic anemia.3
Drug and blood product therapy. Although any drug could provoke this disease, several drugs have been associated with immune-mediated thrombocytopenia in dogs, including auranofin (gold salts), cefazedone, and trimethoprim-sulfonamide combinations.1,2 Drugs generally act as haptens, which combine with platelets to form a drug-platelet complex that is antigenic.7 Drug-related immune-mediated thrombocytopenia usually develops weeks to months after initial therapy, resolves within two weeks of discontinuing therapy, and does not recur unless the drug is readministered.2,8 Severe thrombocytopenia caused by the production of antiplatelet antibodies has been reported in dogs within weeks after blood product transfusion.3


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January 12th, 2010 marks the day that a 7.0 magnitude quake killed or injured thousands of Haitian people and left nearly two million people homeless. It was the day the earth shook, the day that changed everything in the small, colorful Caribbean nation of Haiti. Amidst chaos and devastation, the people have held strong, and are working to rebuild their lives a little bit each day.
This article is from Ben Schmerler, Coffee Category and Producer Services Manager at Fair Trade USA, who visited the Hatian mango farms in September and December 2010. His story speaks to the perseverance of the farmers in the wake of devastation, and the power of Fair Trade to help them rebuild.
In late September 2010, I received a late night email from a colleague who told me that she really needed me to help her with our Fair Trade Certified mango program. Obviously, I was filled with excitement, mixed with trepidation about this opportunity. One week later, I was on an airplane descending into Port-au-Prince gawking through my jet-lag haze at the ramshackle, makeshift tents crowding the airport from every angle. Welcome to Haiti and to the most unforgettable experience and people of my life.
I initially came to Haiti to provide institutional support to the umbrella organization FENAPCOM, the only Fair Trade Certified mango cooperative in Haiti, and to visit FENAPCOM's 10 member associations located from the Central Plateau to the northern mountains of Gros Morne and back to the river valleys of the Artibonite. My mission was clear; help these groups regain their Fair Trade certification. How I was going to accomplish this was to be ironed out while driving Haiti's bumpy back roads, but the importance of my mission was already evident. In the 2010 harvest season, mango growers selling on Fair Trade terms were earning nearly double what the local market traders were paying for the same quantity of mangos. Each farmer I spoke to glinted with joy when they explained the importance of the "second payment" they received from the Fair Trade premium they earned in December, long after the end of the harvest. This was the exact moment that their families needed it the most.
Building A Democracy
I spent the better part of two weeks in the mountainous interior with the farmers, board members and the hired staff of the 10 organizations. I conducted trainings in simple democracy- how to make group decisions and properly document them. I worked with these organizations on their skill building to create environmental plans and needs assessments. Together we read their organizational statutes to ensure that all conventions for upholding the integrity of their organizations were being followed. We discussed challenging topics like child labor, discrimination, and the usage of chemical fertilizers and environmental degradation. I traversed dry river beds that suddenly turned flooded with water and rain while listening to harrowing stories of survival, subsistence living, and the constant struggle of providing for their families under the pressure of consistently bringing good quality mangos to market while overcoming the barriers of poor or failed infrastructure. I was taught new lessons in what was possible through training on old lessons in supply chain management. Every day that I stood in the fields with mango farmers, listening and responding to their needs, I was re-energized by the cause of ensuring that farmers receive proper, or Fair, pay for their incredibly, hard work.
Hope Rises From the Rubble
What I found from this Fair Trade mission, and a second one that I completed in December, was that something very profound is happening in Haiti. The destruction from the Earthquake is still palpable; we all know the statistics. The threat of an even more widespread cholera outbreak is knocking on the door. The political instability threatens to drive the country into further despair and uncertainty. But through it all, the potential and the hope resonating within this small population of Fair Trade mango farmers, roughly 2,000 of them, is incredibly uplifting and inspiring. For me, from 3,000 miles away, sitting at my desk in Oakland, I still am overcome by what I saw there. But for the farmers and the people living it, the Fair Trade program and the actual increase in revenues that they see from participating—in addition to the important structure that the Fair Trade standards instill like democracy, participation, transparency, empowerment, environmental protection, and equal opportunity for all—is providing each farmer an avenue to rebuild their own future by themselves.
Fair Trade: Not A Project, But An Opportunity
I told every farmer that I met that "I am not a project; I will not leave you in 1-3 years. Instead, I am an opportunity. I am an opportunity for you to tell your story to the consumers in North America. I am your agent in the market. I am here to help you tell your story. I am here to give you the tools to have access to better markets, greater opportunity, and you have the keys…"
Fair Trade Certified is an opportunity for the mango growers of Haiti to lift themselves out of poverty a dozen mangos at a time. It's both my mission and the mission of Fair Trade USA to support and promote these courageous growers in their pursuit of improving their lives with sustainable and lasting solutions to poverty alleviation.
I am pleased to tell you that the mangos of FENAPCOM will be available at select Whole Foods Market locations this spring. Look for them and ask for them. Buy Fair Trade Certified products, it truly makes a difference.


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Topic: Update on my Dad
After a courageous 7 year battle with this cancer our handsome loving father, husband and grandfather Mr Punna Singh Hayre passed away peacefully in hospice on September 19th 2012. In the last few months after having had an external stent placed and paracentsesis procedure done, my father had been in and out of the hospital numerous times. He would be in hospital for a week or two then come home, develop an infection and would be right back in the hospital. He did not have any time to recover between infections. He was fed up of going to the hospital repeatedly and wanted to be at home, at one point he leftthe hospital and started walking home. He said his appetite had completely diminished and he had no interest in eating food. He started using morphine for pain control in the last few weeks, something he had never used before, this medication had some very undesirable side effects. In the end he stopped eating and stopped drinking and slowly faded away over the course of about 13 days. We find comfort in that we stood beside him every step of the way and helped him in anyway possible. In the end he said he had made his peace with God and was ready to go and he did go. We did his cremation on Sept 23rd 2012. We are very proud of him, he never gave up until it became too much, he fought till the end. I miss him very much he was my best friend, i hope to see him again one day. Love you Dad always and forever.


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Check out the Feb. 3 farm bill debate in the Senate on CSPAN here. If you listen to the lawmakers, it is plain there are deeply divided opinions about the farm bill. In the end, the Senate voted to end debate; that is expected to be followed with final passage the morning of Feb. 4.
Conservatives didn't like the farm bill because it was too generous with food stamp funding and other excess, while liberals were unhappy with the limited reforms in the bill and the cuts to food stamps.
Rep. Rosa DeLauro, D. Conn., said this in a recent release:
"Three months after cutting $11 billion from food stamps, our nation's most important anti-hunger program, supporters of this Farm Bill are trying to cut another $8.6 billion. Yet, they have gone out of their way to reopen loopholes that benefit millionaires and billionaires. The result: winners and losers.
"The winners are wealthy farmers and agri-businesses who will be able to pocket subsidies and handouts beyond the already-generous limits. They will receive more taxpayer-subsidized crop insurance. And they will take advantage of a loophole that allows farming enterprises to over-collect on commodity payments. There is no limit on the number of people working for a given entity who can receive these payments. This means that, for example, eight people at one establishment can collect $125,000 payments each, leading to a $1 million taxpayer subsidy for a single farm.
"The losers are the 850,000 low-income households all over America, 1.7 million Americans, who will lose 66 meals a month with this cut to food stamps, on the heels of the November cut. Children will go to bed hungry and spend the next day at school unable to concentrate. Veterans and working families will face an empty fridge and a gnawing pain. Seniors will have to choose between food and warmth. These are our own, hard-working people we are consigning to this fate.
"Anyone who votes for this bill will have to look those people in the eye and tell them to go without food. I urge the Senate: do not move forward with this bill."
TK: On the other side of the fence, the Heritage Action Center also wanted Congress to reject, but for opposite reasons:
"America is more than $17 trillion in debt, yet the bill will likely cost $950 billion. Proponents claim it will reduce the deficit, but it is actually a 57-percent increase in the baseline from the 2008 bill, which was projected to cost $604 billion. Not surprisingly, the 2008 bill actually ended up costing much more. As Politico rightly noted earlier this week, "any cost estimate is suspect after the drop in corn prices over the summer. Cash sales were just $4.10 per bushel." Heritage previously warned "the bigger problem with the CBO estimate is that it presumes that commodity prices will stay at or near record highs."
Heritage also explains that while some bad subsidies and program were removed, lawmakers replaced them with even riskier taxpayer-funded programs. The inclusion of the Senate's Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) program is of deep concern. An initial CBO score suggested the average cost of about $2.9 billion per year, but an analysis by the American Enterprise Institute found the program "could cost as much as $7 billion annually based on the 15-year historical average price." The inclusion of the House's Price Loss Coverage (PLC) program is similarly problematic, setting the baseline for these commodity prices higher than what would be necessary to cover major losses. These baseline scoring gimmicks could wipe out all the "savings" that negotiators are touting in the conference report.
The bill contains many smaller provisions too. For example, in a win for Senate negotiators, it will include $881 million in mandatory funding for the Agriculture Department renewable energy and biofuels programs. According to E&E News, the bill would also, for the fist time, "make renewable chemicals eligible for funding under biorefinery and biomass assistance programs and support crops grown purposefully for the bio-based products industry." Finally, farmers are currently carrying far less debt compared to their very strong assets. Net farm income is expected to reach "a remarkable $128.2 billion this year – the highest level since 1973," making the aforementioned farm programs all but insanity The "farm" bill means more expenses for taxpayers and higher costs for consumers. It means more unnecessary government dependence for wealthy farmers and food stamp recipients."
TK: While the specialty crop industry now has more support from the government than contained in a farm bill of 20 years ago, there is certainly no feeling that the specialty crop industry is becoming dependent on federal largesse. Instead, the industry perception is that specialty crop growers are receiving investments in research, nutrition and risk management that are more in keeping (but still somewhat lacking) with its standing in U.S. agriculture.
From United Fresh, here is a summary of what is in the conference report brings to the specialty crop industry.
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EQUIP – Reauthorizes the air quality funding carve-out of $37.5 million of EQIP annually through FY2017
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|Stroke Cerebrovascular Accident
|Drug: lidocaine Device: muscle stimulator
|Phase 2
|Study Type:
|Study Design:
|Allocation: Randomized
Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment
Masking: Single
Primary Purpose: Treatment
|Official Title:
|Source of Neurally-Mediated Hand Weakness After Stroke
- fingertip force [ Time Frame: force measured before and after intervention (1 week later) ]
|Study Start Date:
|February 2009
|Study Completion Date:
|January 2013
|Primary Completion Date:
|January 2013 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure)
|Assigned Interventions
Active Comparator: Arm 1
persons with severe hand impairment following hemiparetic stroke
Drug: lidocaine
comparison of the effect of the drug to help improve finger functionDevice: muscle stimulator
comparison of the effect of stimulated muscle(s) on finger function
Active Comparator: Arm 2
persons with severe hand impairment following hemiparetic stroke
Device: muscle stimulator
comparison of the effect of stimulated muscle(s) on finger function
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The incidence of stroke-induced hemiparesis among veterans is likely to rise as this population ages. Post-stroke hemiparesis is often marked by persistent hand impairment, which adversely affects both a person's ability to work and his/her quality of life. We believe that impairment is primarily due to neural, rather than biomechanical, factors. At the muscle level, these factors relate either to the inability to activate muscles (i.e., low muscle activation) or to activate them appropriately (i.e., abnormal muscle co-activation). Currently it is unclear as to which one is largely responsible for weakness in the hand as the net mechanical effect, e.g., reduced fingertip force production, could be the same. Determination of voluntary muscle force generation could help to explain deficits in fingertip force production in specific directions, as well as to customize treatment approaches in which force generation ability of some muscles is decreased and others increased. The goal of this work is to explain the source of neurally-mediated weakness at the fingertip following hemiparetic stroke, and to design and experimentally test rehabilitation interventions that attempt to offset this weakness.
As we were refining the protocol to experimentally test a rehabilitation intervention—involving neural block and stimulation of select muscles to decrease and increase muscle force generation—it was more challenging than anticipated to locate, using ultrasound, small nerve branches to individual muscles for selective neural blocking. As a result we designed additional interventions, using a computer model, that reflected the physical limitation to implementation which could still hopefully lead to improved fingertip function. We are seeking novel approaches to locate and block small nerve branches to individual muscles for an individual muscle-based approach to rehabilitation which we expect to be an improvement over rehabilitation interventions that target groups of muscles at a time. The clinical data collected in the study and biomechanical model simulation work provide guidance for a clinical trial study in the future.
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|30 Years to 80 Years (Adult, Senior)
|Sexes Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion Criteria:
- clinical diagnosis of stroke;
- stroke occurred no less than 6 months prior to study;
- must have had only 1 stroke;
- must demonstrate severe hand impairment;
- must have no substantial evidence of motor and sensory deficits in non-paretic limb;
- must have no history or clinical signs of neurologic diseases other than stroke;
- must have no cognitive dysfunction that precludes comprehension of experimental tasks;
- must be able to give informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
- taking medication that can increase the risk of lidocaine toxicity such as cimetidine (ulcer treatment drug), phenytoin (anticonvulsant drug), nadolol (drug for treatment of headache, hypertension, chest pain);
- taking anticoagulant medication, i.e., aspirin, coumadin;
- has a low platelet count or a bleeding disease
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT00907829
|United States, Illinois
|Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital
|Hines, Illinois, United States, 60141-5000
|Principal Investigator:
|Joseph Towles
|Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital
|Responsible Party:
|VA Office of Research and Development
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|NCT00907829 History of Changes
|Other Study ID Numbers:
|Study First Received:
|May 21, 2009
|Last Updated:
|May 1, 2014
Keywords provided by VA Office of Research and Development:
fingertip force
muscle coordination
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Cerebrovascular Disorders
Brain Diseases
Central Nervous System Diseases
Nervous System Diseases
Vascular Diseases
Cardiovascular Diseases
Anesthetics, Local
Central Nervous System Depressants
Physiological Effects of Drugs
Sensory System Agents
Peripheral Nervous System Agents
Anti-Arrhythmia Agents
Voltage-Gated Sodium Channel Blockers
Sodium Channel Blockers
Membrane Transport Modulators
Molecular Mechanisms of Pharmacological Action
ClinicalTrials.gov processed this record on September 21, 2017


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Adventure:A Jaz of all Trades (DM:Luinnar Judge: H.M.Gimlord).A Jaz of all Trades
- Sir ExSixTen, the Warforged Fighter (Iron Sky)
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- Quagmire, the Hobgoblin Warlord (covaithe)
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GM: Jaz is Currently in the tavern thread, he will move here once Jaz gets a private room. The current situation was too good to pass up
You still have plenty of time to level up and buy equipment
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OOC: Jax only has one trade, and that is killing. /flex
(Was the thread title supposed to say Jaz?)
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Dorn Stat Block
Dorn, Half-Orc Sorcerer/Demon-Soul Adept 13
Immediate Reactions:
If hit would bloody Dorn or do 25+ damage, use Narrow Escape to take 1/2 damage and teleport away
Current Effects:
resist 10 psychic, ignore 10 pshycic resistance
Passive Perception 15, Passive Insight 15
AC 26, Fort 24, Reflex 24, Will 27 (base defenses)
HP 93/93 Bloodied 46 Surge Value 23, Surges 7/7
Speed 7, Initiative +14
Action Points: 1
Daily Wild Soul: psychic
Dorn starts each combat with 5 tmp hp (from Fey Blessed Circlet)
Dorn uses the raw d20 (no mods) for all even/odd effects
Dorn scores a crit on 19 or 20
Enemies need 1 extra square of movement to move adjacent to dorn
Dorn has CA on surprise round and against enemies with lower init 1st round
Dorn gets CA against enemies that are being flanked by his allies
When an enemy crits Dorn, Dorn can crit that enemy on a roll of 17-20 TENT
Encounter Resources
Primordial Storm
Demon-Soul Bolts
Bedeviling Burst
Spark Form
Furious Assault (no action)
Lightning Shift (move)
Variable Resistance (minor)
Narrow Escape
Periapt of Cascading Health (minor)
Half-Orc Resilience (no action)
Second Wind
Use Action Point
Daily Resources
Chromatic Orb
Moon and the Stars
Winds of Change
Demonic Wrath (minor)
Gambit Armor (minor)
Luckblade Dagger
Deep Shroud (minor)
Diamond Cincture (minor)
Antipathy Gloves (std)
Soul of the Bat (minor)
2x potion of healing
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Uncle Jaz drags Jax through the door and plops him down on a nearby seat. It's awful! he announces, sitting down not waiting for Jax to speak. The family is in trouble! There's this Tiefling, his name is Hastings Wellington he is the, shall we say, local crime lord in Bacarte. You were probably too busy robbing houses to know about him...
Anyway, a while ago his goons came to us demanding "protection" money. At first it was not so much so we paid, but soon the payments became larger and larger. And with this and that and business in a slump we found that we could not pay him at all!
So we thought "Okay, perhaps he is just a bully and nothing will happen". But then our shipment of metals mysteriously vanished and the week after that our supply shed caught on fire. Now he threatens to burn our whole business down with us inside!
And worse! He says he'll tell everyone that we have a good for nothing boy who is a thief! Imagine if that gets out what it will do to the business! Why could you have not becomes a salesman like me or something! Even twelfth cousin Nyza is more useful with lighting the furnaces, and mostly he just tries to set things on fire!
So this is all really your fault! Uncle Jaz says dramatically. That is why you'll give us the 100,000 gold we need.
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You recall that the name Wellington is the same as a local Daunton human, Lord Tarquin Wellington. He is highly respected, but there are whispers of him having dark dealings. His last public appearance was at the arena that just finished a couple months back.
Streetwise=25(same roll)
You remember that Hastings Wellington claims to be his son. Word on the street is that he left Daunton a couple years ago and set up shop in Bacarte. He is rumored to have set up various smuggling, gambling and other illegal enterprises in the area.
Who his mother is nobody can say, but it is rumored that she is or was the third wife of Lord Tarquin Wellington and some kind of demoness. Tarquin's polygamous relationships have long been gossip, but not enough evidence to prosecute him has ever been had (Polygamy is a crime in Daunton). There is many men and women of various half-human races claiming to be his children, that is for certain.
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Sir Exsixten stares at Jaz blankly for a moment, then glances at Jax.
Sir Exsixten's StatblockSir Exsixten, Male Warforged Fighter/Dreadnaught 11
Passive Perception: 19, Passive Insight: 19
AC: 28, Fort:27, Reflex:22, Will:22 -- Speed:5
HP:116/116, Bloodied:58, Surge Value:33, Surges left:14/14
Initiative +6, Action Points: 1
Powers: Crushing Surge, Brash Strike, Combat Challenge, Unfailing Resources, Hack and Hew, Sweeping Blow, Come and Get It, Guardian's Charge, Daring Shot, Warforged Resolve, Reactive Surge, Second Wind, Comeback Strike, Victorious Surge, Rain of Steel, Boundless Endurance
Items: Potion of Healing, Potion of Resistance x 1, Madstone x 3, Strikebacks, Amulet of Life, Dwarven Thrower, Dwarven Armor, Diamond Cincture, Werewolf Boon
MBA/RBA: +17(+20 OA) vs. AC, 1d12+10 damage and enemy movement is stopped and Sir Exsixten gains 5 temporary hitpoints.
Notes: *Enemies hit take cumulative -1 to AC(save ends) *Gain 5 THP when enemy fail's save *Gain 10 THP on healing surge. *Reroll the first 1 on damage rolls *+2 damage with THP *Gain DR10 TsnT on AP *Gain 5+Healing Surges spent THP on short rest *Adjacent enemy grants CA if ally also adjacent to enemy
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He will get his big chance to become a key contributor and perhaps even a starter for the Pacers.
The players the Spurs received in his trade Davis Bertans, Erazem Lorbek and Leonard are throwbacks to the way the Spurs used to play defense during their championship seasons. Their development will be critical in San Antonios hopes of duplicating last seasons regular-season success and improving on the disappointment of the early exit in the playoffs.
Hill already has been ranked as a more valuable commodity than Indiana center Roy Hibbert, according to SI.com. Hes also ahead of others like Tony Allen, Raymond Felton, Brandon Roy, O.J. Mayo, Ty Lawson, Mike Conley and Jrue Holiday who have already been placed behind him. Hill is listed only one place behind 2010 No. 1 draft pick John Wall at No. 72 and two behind aging but productive Denver point guard Andre Miller at No. 71.
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The players they received in the Hill trade will help in the transformation.
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Best hunting outerwear | Hydro-Fleece
The reintroduced Hydro-Fleece line includes a parka, jacket, bib and pants insulated with Prima-Loft to maximize warmth while reducing weight. The breathable outer fabric is Browning's softest and quietest yet, with an improved water-shedding treatment on its surface. The inner liner is anti-microbial, helping to control the spread of human odour. All the pieces are available in Mossy Oak's Break-Up Infinity camo pattern.
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Best women's hunting boots | Ladyhawk
Unlike many women's boots that are simply smaller versions of men's boots, the Ladyhawk has been designed specifically for women from the ground up. It has a lower calf height, smaller heel volume and adjusted arch support, all to best accommodate a woman's proportions. At seven inches high, the boot features 1,000 grams of Thinsulate Ultra and scent control, and is fully waterproof. It's available in B width, sizes 5 to 11. Irish Setter is donating a portion of the proceeds from each sale to benefit breast cancer research.
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Best hunting pack | Sacrifice
All that was sacrificed was weight when Badlands designed this functional and versatile internal-frame hunting pack. With a capacity of 56 1/2 litres, it will sustain you for several days in the field or carry vast amounts of meat or gear. At just 3.9 pounds, the Sacrifice is also light enough to use as a daypack. With two main compartments and seven pockets, there's plenty of space to organize all your gadgets and gear.
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Best blind bag | Layout Blind Bag
Finally, a solution to the problem of leaving your hunting gear outside layout blinds. This innovative unit from Final Approach looks like an ordinary blind bag, but it can be opened up into a long, narrow rectangle that fits between your body and the side of your layout blind. It holds up to six boxes of shells, along with your calls and a host of other gear. Available in Mossy Oak Duck Blind or Realtree Max-4 camo.
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Best hunting socks | PrimaLoft Heavy Hunt HEP
When your feet are cold, your entire hunting experience is compromised. Lorpen's Heavy Hunt HEP socks use a unique blend of 75 per cent PrimaLoft yarn (PrimaLoft fibres and Merino wool), nylon and Lycra to produce a sock that combines warmth and comfort with superior wicking and drying. Not only are these socks less bulky, making for an improved fit, the Lycra ensures they'll stay up and remain wrinkle-free all day long—ideal for keeping
your feet happy in any hunting situation.
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Best Ground Blind | Carnivore
This portable ground blind is ideal for deer hunters using either rifles or bows. The Carnivore weighs 22 pounds, has six window openings and comes in a backpack with side straps for carrying your rifle or bow and other gear. The ground skirt helps keep light out and scent in, while the new poly-cotton outer material reduces glare and noise. Featuring Realtree's AP camouflage pattern, this bllind pops up and down in a flash.
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Best deer-hunting jacket | Fanatic
The first thing you notice on the Fanatic is the diagonal zipper, allowing for a kangaroo-style handwarmer pocket in front, while also moving the zipper so it's not directly below your chin. With Gore's high-tech Optifade Forest camo and Windstopper shell, along with PrimaLoft insulation, the Fanatic is ideal for treestand whitetail hunters. Specially designed pockets for your grunt tube and rangefinder ensure that your most important tools are close at hand.
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Best boot sole | Long Range
Between the recyclable, odour-resistant insole and the aggressive non-slip centre lugs on the outsole, the Long Range sole system features eight other layers of high-tech materials. Promising durability, strength, stability, flexibility and comfort, these soles are available on a variety of Rocky's insulated, non-insulated, leather and Cordura hunting boots.
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Best cold-weather hunting boots | Pac Boots
Insulated with 1,200-gram PrimaLoft and an additional removable liner for easier drying, the breathable and waterproof Pac Boots are sure to be a favourite of stand hunters under the most extreme cold conditions. L.L.Bean says this is the warmest boot it's ever made. The oversized pull-on loop, large foot opening and BOA lacing system make it easy to get these boots off and on.
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New Wall Manager™, Totes & Cases and Discbound Notebook Complement Martha Stewart Home Office® with Avery™ Line
FRAMINGHAM, MA – (March 18, 2013) – Staples®, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPLS) announced today the expansion of the Martha Stewart Home Office® with Avery™ line available exclusively at Staples. The new organization products are in stores this week and work beautifully to complement the existing line of products.
"I am pleased to expand the collection with Avery Dennison and Staples, a wonderful opportunity to give busy households and home-based entrepreneurs a functional and attractive organizational system," said Martha Stewart, founder of Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia. "The Martha Stewart Home Office with Avery line was created to inspire people to organize their projects while enhancing their home office and overall lifestyle."
"The Martha Stewart Home Office with Avery line uniquely responds to our customers' need for beautiful organizational products that reflect personal style in the home and on the go," said Demos Parneros, President North American Stores and Online, Staples. "Martha Stewart is the authority on personal and home organization. The new products reinforce Staples' commitment to provide our customers with solutions to stay organized … in style."
"Avery Dennison is thrilled to continue adding new products to the Martha Stewart Home Office with Avery line with the new Wall Manager™ system and our Totes and Cases," said Tim Bond, President of Office and Consumer Products for Avery Dennison. "These products, as well as our Discbound Notebooks, allow customers to personalize their organization beautifully and efficiently."
New exclusive products now available at Staples and Staples.com include:
In addition, Staples offers three exclusive Martha Stewart Home Office® furniture collections, available at Staples and Staples.com, that combine distinctive designs and handy features in a variety of styles and finishes. The Martha Stewart Home Office® with Avery™ line debuted at Staples in February 2012.
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About Staples, Inc.
Staples is the world's largest office products company and second largest internet retailer. For 26 years, Staples has served the needs of business customers and its vision is to provide every product businesses need to succeed. Through its world-class retail, online and delivery capabilities, Staples offers office supplies, technology products and services, facilities and breakroom supplies, furniture, copy and print services and a wide range of other product categories. With thousands of associates worldwide dedicated to making it easy for businesses of all sizes, Staples operates throughout North and South America, Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. The company is headquartered outside Boston. More information about Staples (Nasdaq: SPLS) is available at www.staples.com/media.
About Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc.
Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc. (NYSE: MSO) is a diversified media and merchandising company, inspiring and engaging consumers with unique lifestyle content and distinctive products. The Company reaches approximately 66 million consumers across all media platforms each month and has a growing retail presence with 8,500 products in thousands of retail locations.
MSLO's media brands, available across multiple platforms, include Martha Stewart Living, Martha Stewart Weddings, and Everyday Food; the Company also offers booksand utility Apps. MSLO's televisionand video programming includes the new "Martha Stewart's Cooking School" series on PBS, in addition to new made-for-the-web video and a vast library of how-to content available online. Martha Live, a new radio show hosted by Martha Stewart, airs every weekday on SIRIUS XM Channel 107.
MSLO also designs high-quality Martha Stewart products in a range of lifestyle categories available through select retailers, including The Home Depot, Macy's, Staples (together with Avery), PetSmart, Michaels and Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft Stores. The Company entered into a strategic alliance with J.C. Penney Company, Inc., and will launch products in jcp stores in Spring 2013. The MSLO family of brands also includes Chef Emeril Lagasse's media and merchandising properties. Additional information about MSLO is at www.marthastewart.com.
About Avery Dennison Office and Consumer Products
Avery Dennison Office and Consumer Products (www.avery.com) markets products under the well-known Avery brand name and is one of the world's leading manufacturers of self-adhesive labels for laser and ink jet printers, binders, sheet protectors, index and tab dividers and other office-, home- and school-related supplies. Avery Dennison Office and Consumer Products, a business unit of Avery Dennison Corporation, is based in Brea, California. For more information about Avery-brand products, consumers can visit the Avery Dennison Office and Consumer Products web site at www.avery.comor call the Avery Consumer Service Center at 1-800-GO-AVERY (1-800-462-8379).
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Topic: Hello. 2 people I know with bile duct cancer.
Hello Everyone!
First I'd like to say how sorry I am that you are all going through this and wish you all the best.
I am here to learn more about cholangiocarcinoma, it causes, treatments, and diagnosis, and to vent!
My mom, age 67, was diagnosed with bile duct & liver cancer in May. I cannot say I was surprised when she told me the doc told her she has cancer. Somehow, I knew what she was going to tell me. She has been sick for a very long time. She is a diabetic, lost a leg, has heart problems, terrible arthritis, needs another amputation, and lives in a nursing home. She joked one day and said she can't believe after all the other problems she has that would would get cancer on top of it all.
What did surprise me is when I contacted the neighbor next to my childhood home to say hi and she wrote back to say her husband also had bile duct & pancreatic cancer. He was diagnosed 3 months before my mom.
Personally, I do not think this is a coincidence. We all had well water, which turned out to be contaminated for a very long time. My dad is really upset about that because he blames himself for buying that house, but he keeps saying he would not have bought it if he knew about the water. I just keep reminding him he had no way of knowing, nobody did. I've been telling my doctors about the contaminated water for many years, but they don't know what to do with the info. (I have been unwell myself for several years now. Undiagnosed. I've had pain and generalized discomfort, kind of a swollen feeling, on my right side abdomen to back area. I'm seriously considering somehow getting evaluated for this.)
My mom started her first chemo a few weeks ago. Gemsar/cisplatin. I go to almost every doctor appointment with her, and will for the remaining chemo. Actually, there are at least 2 people, up to 7 people, that go with my mom every time. We joke around and call ourselves her entourage. I always go. My aunt and sister-in-law (such a sweetie) are there often, then my dad, brother, and sometimes the other brother. Sometimes people are crammed into every nook in those offices! The docs have been nice about it, some of the nurses aren't too happy, but my mom is happy so that is all I care about.
Things have been very stressful, as you all know. I also homeschool my child and have 3 other adults that I have to help take care of. I fill my gas tank 3-4 times a week. It will be nice to have a place to vent. I just told my daughter she can no longer take violin lessons or participate in orchestra because there just isn't enough time in a day and I am thoroughly exhausted. That made me really sad because she has been taking lessons since age 4; she's 11 now.
Guess that's it. Best wishes and prayers for you all.


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SFR's annual Gift Guide heads to press on the heels of the annual shopping event known as "Black Friday."
For some of us, however, the prospect of an early morning camp-out in the parking lot of a big-box retailer is about as appealing as contracting the black plague.
We prefer our shopping to be a bit more intimate. Fortunately, Santa Fe offers massive options for those who prefer gift buying with a personal touch.
The city is chock-full of local businesses whose owners and employees strive to create shopping experiences that are actually fun and rewarding. It's no wonder the city has been on the vanguard of the buy-local movement; Santa Feans well understand the value of supporting their independent shops, artisans and organizations.
SFR's annual Gift Guide, of course, only scratches the surface with our suggestions—but it's a good place to start. For even more ideas of how to shop and give locally—and to learn about the economic impact of doing so—check out the Santa Fe Alliance's website. —Julia Goldberg
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As probably Lance's biggest suporter from day 1, this really makes me glad I stood steadfast on my opinion of him, and believe if given consistent playing time this year we will see bigger and better things from him. I also believe , while not maybe a "tradtional point" he has the best court vision o the team , and last night was not an accident. Time will tell but I like what I see so farCLEVELAND Tuesday night in Cleveland belonged to Danny Granger and D.J. Augustin.
Granger because he had a solid performance in his first game of the preseason. He had nine points on 4-of-7 shooting in 12 minutes. Augustin finally looked comfortable running the offense. The pass-first point guard dished out 11 assists.
Stephensons play gives hope that he could possibly hold down the backup shooting guard spot without forcing Vogel to make a change in the rotation.What some may not have noticed was Lance Stephensons six assists with only one turnover. He didnt put those numbers up in garbage time, either.
Stephenson was under control and attacked the basket with the mind frame that he wants to remain in the rotation this season.
That was definitely the best preseason game, coach Frank Vogel said. Thats terrific. People talk about LeBron being a freight train. Clearly hes not LeBron, but hes a freight train in the open court. When he gets the ball in a head steam and finds alleys and avenues to the basket and makes great decisions late in his drive. Thats a heck of a weapon.
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Ever wonder what magicians use to vanish things up their sleeves? This is it!
This is the traditional pull gimmick, updated and improved by Vernet. Molded to fit the shape of your hand, it has a removable special cover with plastic gripper teeth on both sides. Excellent for vanishing coins, silks, cigarettes, dollar bills, etc.
The pull is secretly held in the palm of your hand. If you want to make something vanish, just pretend to stuff it into your fist (really you are stuffing it into the pull). The teeth on the pull cap makes it so you only have to push a portion of the item into the pull- the teeth will grip it. When you are ready, simply loosten your grip on the pull and ZIP! The elastic cord snaps the pull right up inside your sleeve, out of sight.
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Steelers, Cowboys and Bears all miss the playoffs good to have three of the most annoying fanbases in the NFL put aside until next year.
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Steelers, Cowboys and Bears all miss the playoffs good to have three of the most annoying fanbases in the NFL put aside until next year.
3 players in NFL history have rushed for 180+ and returned for 100+ in the same game.
Gayle Sayers, Adrian Peterson, and... LaGarette Blount?
334 all-purpose yards (189 rushing, 145 on kickoff returns).
The poster "pacertom" since this forum began (and before!). I changed my name here to "Slick Pinkham" in honor of the imaginary player That Bobby "Slick" Leonard picked late in the 1971 ABA draft (true story!).
Its already worthless to begin with because its a regular season record(which will be eclipsed in a few years in today's pass happy NFL) it has no bearing on the postseason. Nothing he did in the regular season does other than Denver won enough games to get Home Field Advantage. That's it.
But I don't think Denver is going to win anything this year whether its the Colts who end their season or not the team just isn't that impressive.
It definitely matters. If Peyton wins the Super Bowl, then that plus the 55 TDs would mean that he had the greatest QB season in NFL history. It wouldn't even be debatable.
No it wouldn't winning the SB period is a far bigger deal than any records (which he has many of) however winning the SB is dependent on well the actual team itself. A QB can only go so far. Look at Marino had a lot of great QB seasons with records never won an SB and now he doesn't have those records either.
Doesn't mean as much as it used to(if it ever did).
Of course winning a Super Bowl is a bigger deal than the records. But a quarterback wins the Super Bowl every single season. However, a quarterback breaking the single season touchdown AND yard record in the SAME season is a once in a blue moon event. If you combine that with a Super Bowl championship, then it's easily the greatest quarterback season ever, no questions asked. I'm not trying to say that the records are more important than the Super Bowl. Obviously the Super Bowl is more important. All I'm saying is that the COMBO of the two would easily make it the greatest QB season in NFL history. Also, I'm sure that Peyton would jump to the top of a lot of GOAT rankings.
GOAT rankings? There's no such thing as the GOAT its not something people wants to hear but there's always going to be someone better and then you factor in different eras.
If the Broncos manage to win another SB. It won't change anything they will come up with some other lame narrative of how he can't do (insert something lame) this. Even though that have been great QBs that have never won anything but that doesn't get brought up go figure.
Its something to talk about because you know drama sells.
Something needs to be done about the officiating in general its starting to come across like the NBA these days where we talk about this instead of the games.
Chiefs should have gotten another chance to boot Steelers into playoffs
Posted by Mike Florio on December 30, 2013, 12:18 AM EST
At a time when plenty of Steelers fans are griping about the decision to wipe what would have been a game-clinching fumble return off the scoreboard in overtime of the contest between the Chiefs-Chargers, all Steelers fans should be complaining about the failure of the officials to miss a blatant foul as the Chiefs tried to win in regulation.
As kicker Ryan Succop lined up on the right hash mark to try a 41-yard field goal with eight seconds remaining in the fourth quarter, seven Chargers positioned themselves on the line of scrimmage to the left of the long snapper. But a new provision added this year by the NFL to Rule 9, Section 1, Article 3 states that [n]o more than six Team B players may be on the line of scrimmage on either side of the snapper at the snap when Team A lines up in a conventional field goal formation.
Per a league source with knowledge of the situation, the NFL believes a flag should have been thrown. The league office could acknowledge the error publicly as soon as Monday.
The seven Chargers lined up to the left of the Chiefs snapper in plain view of at least two members of referee Bill Leavys crew. If the officials had called a penalty for illegal formation, the Chiefs would have had another chance to make what would have been the game-winning kick.
Succops shot at immediate redemption would have come from 36 yards out, with four seconds on the clock. If good, the Chargers most likely would have had no time left for a Stanford-band attempt to win the game.
While its impossible to know whether Succop would have made his Mulligan, the point is that he should have had a second chance, due to the San Diego penalty that somehow wasnt called. If Succop had converted, the Steelers would be celebrating one of the most unlikely playoff berths in franchise history, courtesy of Week 17 losses by the Ravens, Dolphins, and Chargers.
Instead, Steelers fans will spend the offseason wondering whether their team could have replicated what the Steelers accomplished in 2005, when Pittsburgh parlayed the No. 6 seed into the long-coveted One for the Thumb.
They should bring back the replacement refs.
- The hideous picked up flag on the PI against Gronk.
- Giving the Benglas that touchdown against the Colts.
- The play clock last night immediately going from 40 to 25. Cowboys get a 5 yard penalty. No one except Michaels and Collinsworth realizes it.
- Not calling a penalty on the Chargers yesterday. Suckkop should have gotten another chance.
These are just four quick examples off the top of my head. Just a fraction of the bad calls this year.
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Does Ed Werder have his own bed at Cowboys headquarters?
Yeah yeah yeah, the team that has been the epitome of mediocrity in recent years lost again. Next story please, preferably one that concerns a team in the playoffs.
Its all about drama I mean really either the other teams have been talked about to death there's not much to cover(Broncos/Patriots) or they are just boring personality wise(Colts/ Seahawks)
Weird to realize that the Colts beat both #1 seeds this year. If not for all the injuries, I think we would have had a good shot at winning the Super Bowl.
Being unable to close out a game in which you have a comfortable lead in the 4th Q = Pulling a Frank Vogel
Denver is the new Colts: unbeatable in the regular season, heart breaking in the playoffs
Being unable to close out a game in which you have a comfortable lead in the 4th Q = Pulling a Frank Vogel
That could be said about a lot of teams I don't get why you limit it to Denver or the Colts of years past.
The last time a team with the best regular season record won the SB was the 2004 Pats.
It was actually the 2003 Pats (who won the Super Bowl in February 04). They were 14-2.
The 2004 Pats who won the Super Bowl were also 14-2, but the Steelers were actually 15-1 that year. Pats beat them in Pitt to go to the Super Bowl.
We should've taken away Popeyes from these fools in before the SB
Glenn Guilbeau: Saints need chicken for playoff win
NEW ORLEANS The Saints did not know their opponent, destination or game date for the playoffs next weekend after beating Tampa Bay 42-17 Sunday afternoon in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome.
But they did know what their road menu needs to be so as to avoid being served as road kill again in Philadelphia (10-6), which held off Dallas Sunday night for a 24-22 victory and will host the Saints (11-5) at 7 p.m. Saturday on NBC.
Coach has got to give us Popeyes in the plane again, wide receiver Robert Meachem said. Everybodys talking about that. Every road trip in 09 we had Popeyes. Coach needs to bring back the Popeyes. Wherever we play, whoever we play, when we get on the plane have the Popeyes ready.
Meachem may have some clout with Saints coach Sean Payton. His 41-yard touchdown catch Sunday gave the Saints 21-7 lead in the second quarter. And he may have a poultry point.
The Saints were 7-1 on the road in 2009 on the steady diet of Popeyes fried chicken and the various delectable side dishes and 13-3 overall before winning Super Bowl XLIV over Indianapolis to finish 16-3.
New Orleans finished 3-5 on the road this season. That was the worst road mark for Payton since going 2-6 in an 8-8 season in 2008 the last year Payton did not reach the playoffs. Last year when the Saints finished 7-9 with Payton on suspension all season, they also went 3-5 away from the Dome.
While on suspension for the bounty scandal, Payton got healthier and ate better. He brought some of his menu of donts to the Saints. He did not order five road losses, however, including two digestive nightmares at New England in October and at Carolina just last week that lost the NFC South and No. 2 seed.
A return to the hazards but loving lure of fast food may be in order. After all, New Orleans has never won a road playoff game going 0-for-5 since the 1990 season and 0-for-3 under Payton since 2006.
Weve had Popeyes since 09, but just not this year, said running back Pierre Thomas, whose 8-yard touchdown gave New Orleans a 35-17 lead in the third quarter. Oh, we had it so much in 09. Popeyes has been good to us. I think well have Popeyes on the plane this time.
Payton would not confirm or deny the dietary adjustment, but he will be pushed.
All we have to do is go to work and keep playing well, Meachem said.
And bring the chicken, interrupted wide receiver Lance Moore in the locker next to Meachem.
We know we can win on the road if we do our jobs, Meachem said.
And if we bring the chicken, Moore interrupted again.
Moore knows his chicken. He was there in 09, and he started the scoring Sunday with a 44-yard touchdown catch in the first quarter.
Weve got to do something different, Moore said. Right?
Apparently Paytons on it.
He said were adding in a new Gatorade flavor for the week, defensive end Cam Jordan said.
And don't forget the chicken, Moore said.
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There are two types of quarterbacks in the league: Those whom over time, the league figures out ... and those who figure out the league.
Chargers re-sign defensive coordinator John Pagano
APAfter the Titans hired away San Diego offensive coordinator Ken Whisenhunt to become their next head coach, there was some talk that Tennessee might be able to lure Chargers defensive coordinator John Pagano away as well. But that wont happen.
Pagano has re-signed with the Chargers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. Paganos contract was up, and he could have left if he wanted to, perhaps to be Whisenhunts defensive coordinator with the Titans. Instead, Pagano will return to San Diego in 2014.
The 46-year-old Pagano, younger brother of Colts head coach Chuck Pagano, has been with the Chargers for 12 seasons, the last two as defensive coordinator. San Diegos defense struggled early in 2013 but came on strong late as the Chargers became a surprise playoff team. Paganos defense played particularly well against Peyton Manning and the Broncos: Of the Broncos 17 games in 2013-14, the only three in which they fell short of 400 total yards were the three against the Chargers.
Todays news assures the Chargers that Paganos defense will get two more shots at the Broncos in 2014.
Akeem Spence arrested on marijuana charge
A traffic stop in Flomaton, Alabama led to an arrest on marijuana charges for Buccaneers defensive tackle Akeem Spence on Tuesday.
According to a report from NorthEscambia.com, which covers Escambia County in Alabama, Spence was pulled over by an Alabama state trooper while going faster than 100 mph. A search of the vehicle by a K-9 unit uncovered marijuana, leading Spence to be booked. Greg Auman of the Tampa Bay Times confirmed the arrest with the Escambia County Sheriff and that hes been charged with misdemeanor counts of possession of marijuana & drug paraphernalia.
He was released a short time later on a $3,000 bond. The Buccaneers told WTSP in Tampa that they are still gathering information about what happened and had no other comment. Its the second arrest of a Bucs player in less than a week after running back Michael Hill was arrested for failure to obey a lawful order and resisting arrest in Missouri last week.
Spence just completed his rookie year with the Buccaneers, who traded up to select him in the fourth round. Spence started 14 games in 2013, recording 29 tackles and a sack.
Ugh don't remind me. Can't these guys either pay buddies to bring them drugs or drive the speed limit when carrying drugs?
At this rate I might as well start the NFL Arrest thread
Davone Bess, a wide receiver with the Cleveland Browns, is having himself quite a week. Thursday he made the Internet rounds after posting a picture of a weed and blunt on Twitter. Now comes a more serious problem. Bess was arrested on Friday morning at the Fort Lauderdale International Airport Friday morning for allegedly assaulting a law enforcement officer.
Details remain scant at the moment but Bess was apparently booked at Broward County Jail and the resulting mugshot is, well, interesting. The Browns front office obviously cant be too thrilled about these developments, especially while they cant find anyone who wants to coach the team. [Photo via CBS Miami]
Alex Smith in, Tom Brady out for Pro Bowl
This week has seen plenty of changes to the Pro Bowl roster because the Super Bowl takes precedence for players from the Broncos and Seahawks.
Players from the teams that lost in the conference championship games are also bowing out, however. That group includes Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, who wont be making the trip to Hawaii for the game. Brady joins Peyton Manning and Russell Wilson as quarterbacks replaced since the team was originally announced.
Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith will take his place. Smith completed 308-of-508 passes for 3,313 yards, 23 touchdowns and seven interceptions. The completions, attempts, yards and touchdowns all mark career bests for Smith, who will be going to the Pro Bowl for the first time in his career. Andrew Luck and Nick Foles have also been named as replacements to the roster, which will be broken up into teams during a draft conducted by Jerry Rice and Deion Sanders.
The Chiefs now have 10 Pro Bowlers, which is the most of any team in the league.
Apologies if its already been posted, but Alfred Morris is in as well (just heard on radio, no link)
The Pro Bowl has undergone numerous changes over the years, but Tom Brady not playing is always a constant.