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DISILLUSIONED with constant Tory-Labour "bickering and backbiting", a Hagley councillor has decided to take an independent stance and has quit the Conservative party.
Bromsgrove District councillor Steve Colella made the decision following "the constant belittling" of parish councils and what he believes to be the group's "inability to engage with public opinion".
Cllr Colella, who is chairman of Hagley Parish Council, said he disagreed with a number of decisions the party had made, including the way money from the New Homes Bonus scheme was spent.
He said: "I believe it should be spent on local communities where development has been approved. It currently goes into central reserves but I think it should go to where the development has happened, not only in Hagley but across the district and be spend on enhancing community facilities."
He said he would not be aligning himself with another political party and believes he will be able to put "a better argument forward" from now on: "True blue Tory voters may be critical of this action but after seven years as a Tory party councillor I have come to believe that there is no room for party politics in local district council matters.
"I will be able to put a different angle on the arguments and discussions as they come up and can say clearly what I think the community want and what their views are.
"I feel I can represent them better in an independent capacity."
Cllr Colella is not the only councillor to leave the party, Brian Lewis, who represents Woodvale, has also quit after becoming "increasingly frustrated" with the group's lack of appreciation of local issues and the "increasing isolation" of the people of Bromsgrove.
Cllr Lewis, who lives in Belbroughton, said: "Some of the decisions I have been expected to support are against my principles. I became a district councillor to look after the interests of the local community as well as Bromsgrove as a whole but recent events have made my position in the group untenable."
Both Councillors said that they intend to gather like-minded councillors and community stalwarts from across the district and see if they can offer a genuine long term alternative to the "political merry-go-round in Bromsgrove".
In a joint statement, they added that they remain committed to standing up for what they believe in, not only for their own wards but across the district for those areas which have been let down by their elected representatives.
Cllr Colella added: "From this point on we intend to campaign as an independent group beginning with the rebuilding of bridges with the parish councils - making sure that the tremendous work that parish councillors do is recognised.
"We will actually listen to the numerous resident action groups that have sprung up across the district. We will campaign for parish councils to be properly represented in local matters and for the district to take an active supporting role."


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Sunday, August 02, 2009
Discovery Channel's Shark Week and Twitter
I had complete forgotten that today Shark Week starts - have set-up my DVR to record all the shows - the only reason I remember is that I was looking at my Tweetdeck and one of my search terms is "sharks". Noticed that there is a lot more chatter than normal today and after ready a few tweets it all came together.
People are saying all sort of things - some good some bad...here are some samples:
@stephanie1685: i love shark week!!!!! i dont know why cuz i hate sharks and scared to death f them
@SheenaLovesJB ik! i hate sharks with a passion! >.< @somuchunfortune It's so nice to see people getting their limbs chewed off by sharks. It makes me feel so much better. Thank you, Shark Week. @paigerags I'm upset with the portrayl of shark's in the SHARKWEEK commercials. Sharks are friends, not mindless eating machines. Not expecting much from Shark Week - mostly some Shark Porn - as the people at Discovery Channel themselves call it... Make up your own mind and check out twitter search for sharks.
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Please don't hot link my images! thanks!
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For the record, Calderon leads the NBA in assist/turnover ratio.
Factoring in clutch play and defense, I would take Hill over Calderon pretty easily. Also, the idea the Pacers would trade Granger for Calderon is not far removed from trading Granger for Collison. It is pure fantasy on Toronto's part.
Lance is finally home. Whether he becomes our starting PG or he's 6th man, he's getting big minutes and he's here to stay. #llortontnia
and again, I hope Hill proves me wrong!
Garbage players get 1st round picks, (WTF)! All of the NBA must hate the Pacers! LOL
If you want to compare statistics you can't cherry pick. DJ has had three games that were good, but statistically only slightly better than Hill's average game. I'll worry about Hill's shooting when he doesn't have the second best shooting % on the team for wing and backcourt players.
I had my doubts about Hill as a full time starter at PG at first. Not any more, I'm perfectly happy with Hill at the point for the long haul. Hill's smart, tough, very good defender, a leader and I trust him at the end of games. Looking at stats and only stats does not give you the whole story.
Never cared much for Calderon, certainly would never even remotely think about trading Danny for him.
"Just look at the flowers ........ BANG"
Hill would make a great 6th man.
I will agree that he's not the ideal PG and I agree adding Granger isn't going to help ball movement. So, I understand the OP point. But Jose Calderon doesn't make us better. His defense as others have stated is not good and that will not work with West and Hibbert who would find themselves in foul trouble.
Lance is finally home. Whether he becomes our starting PG or he's 6th man, he's getting big minutes and he's here to stay. #llortontnia
Chris Paul
Deron Williams
Kyrie Irving
Russel Westbrook
I don't want Jose either. Especially not for Danny!
Garbage players get 1st round picks, (WTF)! All of the NBA must hate the Pacers! LOL
I would hope so. Some of those you would have to add PG and a couple of first rounders to get.....
George Hill's doing just fine.
He's got some learning at the point guard position to do but he also knows that. In fact, he explicitly stated that after the Knicks game - he talked about how he was traditionally a 2 so moving Augustin to play alongside him late in the game made it feel more natural to him.
That being said, he knows he's being asked to be in the 1 position now and said he's still learning, which I trust he will continue to do.
For the time being, I'm more than content with him at the 1 and I do think he'll become a better PG.
Remember, he's still got upside and he's really not that old.
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i've been rather pleased with Hill this season. And i'm not ready to fully judge him until we get Danny back. The offense is pretty bad right now. We miss Danny, Roy is who knows what. If Roy were playing like he should be, Hill would probably be averaging another 2 more assists a game quite honestly. Roy is just missing a lot of gimmies. Its really hurting the offense, especially with no Granger. Is George Hill gonna be Chris Paul? Nope. Do i think we can get one of those elite point guards? Nope, not without giving up PG. And Calderon isn't enough for me to break up this core. Hill is far superior on the defensive end.
Lets see what happens with the offense when Danny gels back into the rotation and if Roy comes around (big if at this point). Right now GH is the third scorer on the team imo. When Danny comes back he drops to #4. If Hibbert gets it around Hill then becomes the 5th option in the starting unit. I'm really curious to see how that works out and how it would change his play.
As the team is constructed right now, I totally agree. I wouldn't want to trade a starter to try and improve Hill's position and then just bring Hill off the bench. That doesn't make much sense. However, in the future, I do think that may end up being an option as far as Hill combo off the bench and being 6th man contention. He could play big minutes doing so and it would allow less rotation and possibly better chemistry as a team come playoff time!
Garbage players get 1st round picks, (WTF)! All of the NBA must hate the Pacers! LOL
Kind of like a Terry type role? I like the sound of that
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Wow, I like this board's activity.
So many responses, so little time to respond in kind.
1. It's the system. The Pacers have the 2nd lowest offensive efficiency in the NBA. We saw what having a slow offense did to Steve Nash those first few games w/ Mike Brown.
2. For the sake of chemistry, you'd bench our starting point guard who has helped the team to the #3 spot in the East for a guy shooting 32% (side note: I like Augustin)? That makes no sense.
3. Granger is worth more than Jose Calderon, and I'm hardly a cheerleader for Granger.
4. We don't have enough pure shooters. We've got enough guys that can handle the rock now that Lance has proven himself as a starter. This is the void that Granger fills.
I know what Pop said about Hill. I have also seen how Hill delivers at the end of games. That is enough for me.
Yeah, Calderon's offensive numbers are like the shiny bauble at the bottom of the claw machine. They stand out but at the end of the day his warts on the defensive end just makes him another trinket. I'd fear that we'd get burned constantly at the point of attack. The thought of West and Hibbert scrambling to protect the rim to cover Calderon's man just gives me cold chills. Much rather have Hill's defense than Calderon's offensive numbers. As others have said... For this team, Hill is good enough.
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...Still "flying casual"
Would not consider it at all, unless we are getting a lottery pick from Toronto.
This is where PER misleads people. Calderon is efficient, not productive, there's a big difference. Jose has a nice FG% and Assist/Turnover ratio which bloats his PER, but that's all he does. He can't create his own shot, and is a speed bump on defense.
He'd be a nice 25 minute guy on a team that can hide him on defense (us), but that's about it.
Can we please just find a way to acquire an all star player or even better superstar at every position already so everyone would stop finding ways to improve/criticize this team!!!
We need a GM who can make this happen.. theres gotta be someone on Pacers Digest that can do a better job than Larry Bird or Donnie Walsh!!!
I vote Boomer for GM
You enjoy our elite defense? Because that goes to **** in a heartbeat if you insert Jose Calderon into the lineup. He can't guard anyone.
Jose Calderon is the "Troy Murphy" of the Point Guard world.
Lance is finally home. Whether he becomes our starting PG or he's 6th man, he's getting big minutes and he's here to stay. #llortontnia
The league is going away from the pass only point guard for the last few years. I expect this will continue. We are better off with Hill.
For Jose Calderon??
I would trade DG for Kyle Lowry straight up.
Lowry is a stud when healthy but he plays so recklessly so he will miss quite a few games due to injuries.
Lowry - Hill - George - West - Hibbert
What a fascinating post. Obviously, I'd hate the idea. Let's take Danny out of the equation for a moment, and just focus on Calderon. Let's say we could swap Calderon for DJ (I know the numbers don't work; just pretend with me).
Does anybody besides the original poster think that Calderon would be in the starting lineup if we made that trade? Seriously, I'd like to hear from you.
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The girl reported the incident to a resource officer at the school. She was embarrassed about it, officials said.
School district officials checked surveillance videos and were able to identify the car. An investigator drove around the area the next day and found that car.
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Leading engineering consultancy uses AT&T services to enhance collaboration, set the course for strong growth as a truly international business
Auckland, New Zealand, April 19, 2012
Auckland's Sky Tower, "the Rock" at Wellington Airport, the Macau Tower and the SkyPark at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore are all landmark projects in the Asia-Pacific region, and they all have something in common: they are among the more conspicuous projects with which New Zealand's Beca Group (Beca) has had involvement.
Because Beca, one of the region's leading engineering consultancies needs to harness the best talent from around the region to create added value for its Asian and international clients, the company is now using a state of the art solution from AT&T to connect its employees and offices throughout the region. Beca is now using AT&T*'s Virtual Private Network (VPN) services in 11 offices in Asia Pacific, connecting to ten sites within New Zealand. This allows Beca's corporate headquarters and branch offices, along with selected partners and clients, to have improved access to information and resources, enabling increased productivity and collaboration.
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Sales grew in the tropical fruit category in 2012, though in some cases it was barely perceptible.
For the 52-week period ending Feb. 23, tropical fruit accounted for 1.1% of total U.S. produce sales, according to Nielsen Perishables Group. That was up slightly from the 1% showing during the same period in 2012. Dollars per store, per week in the category averaged $495, up from $451 a year earlier.
Mangoes led the tropical category by a wide margin, with 39.3% of category sales, down slightly from 40.3% in 2012. Kiwifruit logged a 21.3% share, compared to 20.4% in 2012.
Papayas came in at 10.2%, compared to 11.1% a year earlier. Tomatillos, dates and coconuts, at 5.1%, 4.7% and 2.4% respectively, were the only other items to crack the 2% barrier in 2013, with the first two down from a year earlier and the latter up slightly.
Expecting growth
Growth in the segment is not a problem, according to marketers.
"Tropical sales, for us, have been good," said Charlie Eagle, vice president of business development with Pompano Beach, Fla.-based Southern Specialties.
Growth in the tropical category has to be viewed a little differently than in more mainstream categories, Eagle said.
"We have a customer base that depends on us for those products, and we try to work closely with them to make sure they're supplied year round," he said.
Eagle said he also expects the category to continue to grow at its own pace.
"We continue to see a rise in the portion of the population that's used to consuming those products," he said.
That's just one category driver, he said.
"We are seeing more and more reference to tropical products in the media, whether it's the cable food channels or cookbooks or magazines," he said.
Educating consumers
The more exposure tropical fruit gets, the more sales will accelerate, Eagle said.
It's also important to work with stores to familiarize consumers with tropical fruits that are available, said Marc Holbik, vice president of business development with Miami-based Ecoripe Tropicals.
He cited rambutan as an example.
"Last season we worked together with a couple of retailers to introduce this tropical specialty fruit into their stores," he said.
Movement stagnated early, at about 15 to 20 pounds per store, he said.
Then came store samplings.
"We then implemented demos on the weekends, helped them create beautiful displays, and offered the fruit in a 1-pound clamshell," Holbik said.
One retail customer increased its weekly volume to more than 500 pounds per week, Holbik said.
Frieda's Inc., Los Alamitos, Calif., focuses heavily on the tropical category, which has paid off as one of the company's top-selling categories, said Karen Caplan, chief executive officer.
"Retailers have found surprising demand for these sweet-tasting and oftentimes unusual-looking fruits," Caplan said.
Retailers have to be committed to the category in order to succeed in it, said retail consultant Dick Spezzano, owner of Spezzano Consulting Service, Monrovia, Calif.
Many have fallen short, he said.
"I don't see them doing a real great job on that," he said. "It's all about information and how well you train the produce people."
Nurturing supply-side relationships also has been central to building a tropical fruit program, said Michael Castagnetto, strategic category manager with Eden Prairie, Minn.-based C.H. Robinson Worldwide.
"C.H. Robinson continues to invest in both our infrastructure and our grower base to produce premium products and in the past several years," he said.
"We have expanded our growing regions in Mexico for limes and mangoes, added Brazilian mangoes to complete our year-round supply, developed a complete and robust Mexican pineapple program, and started a new avocado program."


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A little over a decade ago, my wife and I had at least some small chance of becoming rich beyond belief. We were among the first investors in a technology startup that had the potential to be as revolutionary and widely adopted as the iPhone or iPad, and with even greater revenue. Unfortunately, the company's digital-wallet concept was ahead of its time and the founders, despite diligent efforts, lacked the muscle to make it a reality. They ultimately sold their patents for just a few million dollars and, instead of getting rich, my wife and I simply recouped some of our losses.
Before things went downhill, though, we had an opportunity to engage in some serious daydreaming. What exactly would we do if our financial ship came in? Would we start the party the moment it docked, quitting our jobs and buying new cars, more and bigger houses and a ton of toys?
We quickly agreed that we would not do any of that. Conceivably, we'd trade our home for one with more modern plumbing and a few other upgrades; but it would likely be in the same neighborhood and possibly smaller than what we already had. Perhaps we'd spend more evenings at our favorite Thai restaurant. But that would be about it. OK, I confess I thought fleetingly about adding a high-end stereo system to the mix—and maybe even an itsy-bitsy business jet. But most of the time, I agreed with my wife that for us, more possessions wouldn't really add much to life. We were pretty happy just as we were, thank you very much.
Thinking back recently on our days of imagined wealth made me ponder how others have responded to a big boost in net worth. At Business Jet Traveler, we've profiled lots of people who've come from extremely humble beginnings. Now, of course, all of them are sufficiently well off to fly privately and have opted to do so; most of them—and most other wealthy people—live lavishly on the ground as well.
But not all. Warren Buffett, for example, still resides in the house he bought in 1958 for $31,500. Then there's billionaire Nicolas Berggruen, who does own a Gulfstream IV but has no home at all (he sleeps in hotels), doesn't own a car or even a watch and carries his things around in a large paper bag. "I have very few possessions—a few papers, a couple of books and a few shirts, jackets, sweaters," he told Britain's Mirror newspaper, apparently while not thinking about the airplane. "Possessing things is not that interesting…It's what we do and produce; it's our actions that will last forever."
Susan and Steve Schutz would undoubtedly agree. The couple, who met in 1969 when both were self-described hippies, came from poor families and were in no rush to improve their finances; instead, they spent their early years together traveling around the country in a pickup truck with a camper shell on the back. To pay for food and gas, they designed silkscreened posters that combined Susan's poetry with Steve's artwork and sold them to shops and at trade shows along the way. After a particularly profitable day, they'd sleep in a motel; other nights they'd stay in the truck.
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A Study to Evaluate the Long-Term Safety and Tolerability of GK Activator (2) in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes.
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This study will evaluate the long-term safety and tolerability of GK Activator (2) at doses ranging from 25mg - 100mg po bid, administered alone or in combination with metformin, in patients with type 2 diabetes. Eligible patients will be those who have completed study BM18248 (GK Activator (2) monotherapy) or BM18249 (GK Activator (2) and metformin); they will continue on the same treatment regimen (mono or combination therapy) as they received in the initial study. The anticipated time on study treatment is 3-12 months, and the target sample size is 100-500 individuals.
|Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
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The ESPN tennis analyst and Hall of Famer is expanding his role to include year-round, non-tennis appearances on television and radio. In addition to his work on tennis, John McEnroe will serve as an analyst on SportsCenter talking major topics of all sorts and conducting sit-down interviews with top sports stars. He also will make regular appearances on ESPN2s Olbermann and on ESPN Radios Mike & Mike, also seen weekday mornings on ESPN2. In addition, he will also be heard on ESPN Radio New York (98.7 FM). McEnroe has worked the U.S. Open for ESPN since 2009 and Wimbledon since 2012.


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Hi! My name is Alex. I'm from Germany, so excuse the spelling and grammatical mistakes I am bound to make.
I'm 18 years old and I got into Buddhism about a month or two ago.
I don't really have any friends to discuss my views with, let alone get any help regarding my practice from, so I thought it would be great to become a part of this wonderful community.
PS: I quite enjoy the bandwidth of emoticons which I am able to choose from.


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Hello all,
to what extent to people consider of importance and practice, in what ways, the phrase "and spoken at the appropriate time?" of samma vaca? Many times it seems like "now is the time to say something, or this particular thing," other times it seems like it should be put off, and this can be a great strain (waiting to say something, holding it up is a burden). sometimes it seems like looser conversation is called for... but the very kind of, "this is a loose environment" can be taken into question... other aspects of right speech are welcome to be discussed.
including to what extent a person speeking in err, in an effort to clarify themselves, may be taken as lying...


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Sep 13, 2011
ProfNet Connect Blog Roundup: Social Media for Writers & Journalists, Classroom of the Future, National Costume Sweep Day
ProfNet Connect, our free online community for journalists, bloggers, PR pros, experts and communicators of all stripes, features blog section where members can write and post as their hearts desire. The site is chockablock with interesting people and content. Here are some of the most popular posts from last week. Enjoy!
Upcoming #ConnectChat: Social Media for Writers and Journalists
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Dear Gracie: How to Stand Out on a Panel
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Who Says This is the Classroom of the Future?
Alvaro Fernandez, CEO and co-founder of SharpBrains.com addresses the question, "What if we questioned the very premise behind naming some classrooms the "classrooms of the future" simply because they have been adding technology in literally mindless ways?
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Evolution Hoax
In his interview with Bilge Eser from Sabah Newspaper, Bartholomeos, the Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Fener, expresses; "I am reading the Qur'an in Greek and have an idea that Mary is very well respected in the Qur'an."
In Trabzon city of Turkey, Bartholomeos lead the historical ceremony at Sumela Monastery on 15th of August in memory of Mary (as). He expressed his thoughts by saying; "I am sure the Muslim world in Trabzon shares our feelings in showing respect to Mary. The Sultans (Monarchs) of Ottoman Empire showed respect to this monastery as well as the predecessor Christian Emperors. My speech will be in Turkish and in Greek and I will tell the names of these Ottoman Sultans. This place is holy both for Orthodox Christians and also for the local people. Our prayers are for the alliance of the people not for their separation."


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I know there have been similar ideas posted about trades with Minnesota, but I think this is the most realistic and favorable for us.
Minnesota gets:
TJ Ford 2 yr, 16.50M
#13 Overall
Indiana gets:
Brian Cardinal 1 yr, 6.75M
#18 Overall
#28 Overall
Timberwolves: They get a huge upgrade at PG and only lose a bench player. They move up in the draft. Minnesota has five picks this year and only have 4 roster spots to fill. I would think that Minny will be making a deal around draft day. They also then have the ability to package the #13 and #5/6 pick to move up if they can work something out (possibly with Washington).
Pacers: This deal would improve our team tremendously. We cut about 8M in salary. It would allow us to have more flexibility in signing Jack. It would fill an extra roster spot with young talent. It gives us another expiring contract for next year. It is important for us to lose one of our big salaries for the 2010-2011 season in which we will have little wiggle room in dealing with the Luxury Tax if we do nothing. This trade alleviates that concern as well. It allows us to fill our team with young depth. I really like this deal. I like TJ, but there needs to be a casualty on our roster and unfortunately it doesn't look to be Tinsley.


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al hydroxide/mg hydroxide/simethicone (generic name)
It is used to relieve the symptoms of indigestion, heartburn, sour stomach, and the discomfort caused by gas
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What is this medicine?ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE; MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE; SIMETHICONE (a LOO mi num hye DROX ide; mag NEE zhum hye DROX ide; sye METH i kone) is an antacid and antigas medicine. It is used to relieve the symptoms of indigestion, heartburn, sour stomach, and the discomfort caused by gas.
What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
How should I use this medicine?Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the label. Chew well, or crush the tablets before swallowing. Antacids are usually taken after meals and at bedtime, or as directed by your doctor or health care professional. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for children as young as 12 years old for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
What if I miss a dose?If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
What may interact with this medicine?
What should I watch for while using this medicine?Tell your doctor or healthcare professional if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse. Do not treat yourself for stomach problems with this medicine for more than 2 weeks. See a doctor if you have black tarry stools, rectal bleeding, or if you feel unusually tired. Do not change to another antacid product without advice.
If you are taking other medicines, leave an interval of at least 2 hours before or after taking this medicine.
To help reduce constipation, drink several glasses of water a day.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
Where should I keep my medicine?Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Protect from light and moisture. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.


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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - The trial began Tuesday for three Fort Lauderdale Police officers charged with falsifying a police report and sworn testimony in connection with an officer-involved crash.
Sgt. Michael Florenco, Detective Matthew Moceri and Officer Geoffrey Shaffer each face four felony counts of official misconduct and four misdemeanor counts of falsifying public records.
The charges stem from an investigation initiated after Kenneth Post filed a complaint following his Nov. 22, 2009, arrest.
According to the arrest warrants, the three officers responded to a report of the thefts of some liquor bottles that morning at the Hilton Hotel on Southeast 17th Street and saw Post trying to run away. The officers followed him, and at some point, Post's vehicle and an unmarked police vehicle driven by Florenco collided.
Surveillance video shows Post stealing several liquor bottles from the hotel bar and three Fort Lauderdale officers arresting him.
Investigators said Moceri and Shaffer were also in the vehicle and helped Florenco arrest Post, who was charged with attempted homicide on a law enforcement officer, burglary, aggravated fleeing and eluding, resisting arrest with violence, aggravated assault and felony vandalism.
The Public Corruption Task Force alleged in its investigation that physical evidence and at least one witness' statement contradicted the officers' reports, probable cause affidavits and sworn testimony. Crime scene photos did not show any damage to the front of Post's white Cadillac nor to the side of the officer's unmarked police car. Witnesses told investigators that what they saw was not what the officers said happened.
The officers were part of the Northwest Raiders Street Unit. In November 2011, two other members of the unit were charged with kidnapping and shaking down drug suspects.
The three officers are currently on administrative leave without pay.
The judge also reprimanded the family of Post for talking to witnesses and posting flyers around the courthouse. Post still faces several charges related to the liquor theft.
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When the ball drops Monday night, it's all about out with the old and in with the new. New laws, that is, some that are rather unusual.
Take public act 97-743 in Illinois, which imposes a $1,000 fine on anyone who pops a wheelie on a motorcycle while speeding.
And come Tuesday at 12:01 a.m., Concord, Mass. will be the first community in the nation to outlaw plastic bottles.
Here in the Sunshine State, it is illegal to flash your headlights to warn drivers about a speeding trap. But that law is out for 2013.
In California you will be able to show proof of insurance on your smart phone.
2013 will be unlucky for cat lovers in Wellington, Kansas, where they are restricting the number of cats allowed in a household to no more than four.
Kentucky is starting to look like hog heaven. The state's growing population of feral pigs has prompted a new law slapping a find on those caught releasing the pigs into the wild.
Finally, in landlocked Illiniois, it is no longer legal to possess, sell or distribute shark fins.
Happy New Year!
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Drew resumes baseball activities; return uncertain
FORT MYERS, Fla. -- The fact that Red Sox shortstop Stephen Drew was back on the field Thursday doing drills and in the cage taking swings was a sign that his consultation with a concussion specialist at the University of Pittsburgh went well.
"The recommendation for him was to initiate baseball activities, so he'll go through stretch," said manager John Farrell. "He'll go through the throwing program. We expect him to swing in the cage today. I think more than anything, Stephen comes away with some renewed confidence based on the findings from Dr. Collins."
However, Drew is still experiencing mild symptoms, so there is no timeframe for when he could return to action.
Even if things progressed perfectly from this point forward, there probably still wouldn't be enough time for Drew to get ready for Opening Day. The concussion occurred on March 7, meaning Drew hasn't played in a game in two weeks.
"We'll probably have a better sense of that by the end of the weekend, but we're starting to fight the calendar a little bit," said general manager Ben Cherington. "We don't want him to be in a position where he's having to rush getting at-bats just to make it to a certain day. It's generally good news. He seems to be headed in the right direction."
Concussions remain one of the hardest injuries to project in terms of recovery.
"There's certainly an element of unknown with this type of thing," Cherington said. "From the day it happened, we've felt like it was something that he was going to get past. But there's less blueprint on this type of thing. We have to take it a day at a time, and as long as he's still feeling anything, we're going to be cautious, and we'll continue to be cautious."
Ian Browne is a reporter for MLB.com. Read his blog, Brownie Points, and follow him on Twitter @IanMBrowne. Evan Drellich is a reporter for MLB.com. Follow him on Twitter @EvanDrellich. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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PRE-SCHOOL children have been showing off their creative side in a drama workshop.
Burnley Youth Theatre runs the Little Imaginations classes every week for children aged two, three and four.
The classes explore the world of drama through storytelling, role play, music and song, dance, craft and circus skills.
Little Imaginations, led by experienced pre-school facilitator Kat Osborn, is the ideal class for those children looking to channel their creative energies or build their confidence.


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An Old-Fashioned Farmhouse Kitchen with Modern Touches
"I think I speak for all women — and probably men — when I say I want a room to show me off at my best," says Pinkwater. She decided on lavender to complement her green eyes. Michael Taylor chair. Karl Springer dressing table.
When painter and stylist Craig Schumacher moved from a 10-room Dallas house into a four-room apartment, it didn't hamper his style. His decorating look became layer upon layer: "I bought things I knew I'd never tire of, and I've found out that if you love something, you'll find a place for it." His living room is furnished with antiques and vintage pieces, including a faux fireplace added for its architectural interest.
10 Cheery, Colorful Rooms


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A family fight between two Southfield men turned bloody when one struck the other with a knife. The alleged attacker was recently arrested and arraigned in connection with the incident.
Ernest Allen, Jr., 53 -- accused of stabbing his wife's son last week during a domestic dispute --� was arraigned Friday on several charges in the 46th District Court.
He was charged with one count of assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder, assault with a dangerous weapon and a domestic assault charge.
Police said the incident occurred around 2 a.m. Thursday when Allen and his wife were arguing at their home on the 19000 block of Goldwin Street. When the argument in the couple's bedroom escalated to a physical altercation, the woman called her 24-year-old son for help, said Southfield Lt. Nick Loussia.
The two men grappled, said officials, and Allen picked up a broken piece of a glass bowl, then a kitchen knife, and threatened the 24-year-old. The confrontation ended with Allen allegedly striking the man on the top of the head, and then once more near the right eye.
Southfield police and local emergency personnel arrived shortly after the scuffle on a domestic assault call. Officials treated the man for the lacerations to his head. He was taken to Providence Hospital and was listed in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries, said Loussia.
On Friday, Magistrate Cynthia Arvant set Allen's bond at $25,000 cash or surety. Allen will appear in the Southfield District Court May 8 before Judge William Richards for a preliminary exam conference.
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Creative problem solving holds the key to the future generation of thinkers. Watkins' Fine Art Students are encouraged to be active thinkers from their first day on campus. A visual immersion into various techniques and mediums, plus a strong dedication to theory and cultural issues, allow our students to consider what is the role of art in the future. Watkins provides a nurturing environment to test these considerations as faculty work closely with students within small classroom structures. Through involvement in the community, internships and research-based BFA exhibitions, our students graduate with unique and marketable skills.
Kristi Hargrove
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A FRIEND of Nelson man Scott Thompson has thanked well-wishers for their support after the 27-year-old former soldier died in a quad-biking accident in Australia.
Ryan Monk, who was travelling with Mr Thompson and his girlfriend Sami Allott in Victoria state, said Miss Allott was 'coping the best she can'.
He said: "Thank you all for the messages. We laid some flowers this afternoon and collected all Scott's things from his farm house.
"It was so hard for Sami and yet she's been so strong for Scott and herself.
"Scott was a one in a million guy and I'll never meet another like him. I had a great laugh with him, a great time over here and looked forward to so many more memories with him and Sami.
She's very strong and coping the best she can she just wants you all to know she appreciates every last message. She's just finding it hard to put in to words.
The Lancashire Telegraph revealed yesterday that the former Duke of Lancaster's Regiment Kingsman died in the town of Bungador on Tuesday morning when his quad bike was struck by a truck.


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The 8th passenger is on board...
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For a great selection of film, TV and pop culture t-shirts and apparel, check out TShirtGurus.com and 80sTees.com.
Hot Toys announces that their Movie Masterpiece ALIEN, aka "Big Chap," has arrived in their warehouse and is scheduled to ship soon. Pictured above is a new image showing off the amazing creature. This collectible comes with a movie-scene-accurate Spaceship Interior backdrop.
CLICK HERE to visit Hot Toys sculptor Joseph Tsang's personal blog to see how this project evolved.


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Saturday, September 23, 2017
Athletic Training
Elbow Popping
I`ve recently noticed a slight popping in medial posterior portion my left elbow when doing pushups. It feels more like a tenon, or nerve pop than joint. I`ve tried changing hand/arm position with no noticeable difference. I did dislocate my left humerous back in 2001. I`ve only noticed the popping during pushups, not during dips or benchpress. Is there anything I can do to counter this popping or should I seek the assistance of my local doc?
Changing your hand placement or positioning during pushups (i.e. palms on the ground vs. closed fist on your knuckles vs. gripping pushup handles) may provide relief as well as changing the angle of your torso during pushups (inclined vs. declined pushups). If you are unsuccessful with these modifications I would recommend seeing a physician to determine the cause of the "popping" so it can be treated appropriately.
Mike Sypniak, MS, ATC
Assistant Athletic Trainer
College of Medicine
The Ohio State University


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Back Issues
A small number of back issues remain available for sale.
Emigre magazine is in the following permanent design collections:
Museum of Modern Art, San Francisco, CA
Museum of Modern Art, New York, NY
Museum für Gestaltung, Zürich, Switzerland
Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum, New York, NY
Design Museum, London, England
Denver Art Museum, Denver, CO
Complete sets of Emigre can also be viewed at the following libraries:
Academy of Visual Arts, Leipzig, Germany
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Cecil H. Green Library, Stanford University, Stanford, CA
The Goldstein Museum of Design, St. Paul, MN
Houghton Library, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA
Koningklijke Bibliotheek, The Hague, Netherlands
Letterform Archive, San Francisco, CA
Merrill-Cazier Library, Utah State University, Logan, UT
Museum of Modern Art, New York, NY
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Essays on Type and Typography
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I don't know how long Summer League games have been going on, but this is the first time I've ever seen any of our rookie players make the list in the three years I've watched Summer League action and I have to say I'm impressed!
Granted, it's only one game against other rookies/sophomores, but for all three of our draft picks to make the list you have to feel pretty darn proud of that. What really caught my attention was our 2 second-round pick, Stephenson, not only ranked #1, but was ranked above atleast three top-10 draft picks not named Paul George:
Lance Stephenson - drafted #40, rookie rank #1
Derrick Favors - drafted #3, rookie rank #3
Evan Turner - drafted #2, rookie rank #4
Gordan Hayward - drafted #9, rookie rank #5
Magnum Rolle - drafted #51 , rookie rank #6
Paul George - drafted #10, rookie rank #8
I'm very much impressed. Hope he along with our other draft picks can keep it up.


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A CRIMINAL who walked out on a court case to see his newborn baby has been jailed.
Raymond Lee, 28, of Laburnum Drive, Newport, was awaiting sentence for theft when he left Cwmbran Magistrates Court last month.
Judge Rhys Rowlands sentenced Lee to 14 weeks in prison for escaping from custody to run consecutive to a 36- week sentence he is already serving for previous crimes.
Prosecuting barrister Gareth James said Lee was at court on August 23 and due to be sentenced for theft.
Magistrates had retired to consider the sentence to be imposed, then later came back to announce their decision.
But after Lee learned from his solicitor that he was going to be imprisoned, he left the court, the court heard.
Lee was arrested on August 26. When interviewed by police Lee said his partner had recently given birth to a baby boy and he wanted to spend time with his child.
Gareth Williams, representing Lee, said the escape was short sighted and foolish, and said Lee knewhe faced a custodial sentence.
Judge Rowlands said although there was no force or violence in the escape "the authority's make it clear that custody is inevitable".


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Pain au chocolat—literally "chocolate bread." What an understatement. Buttery croissant dough wrapped around not one, but two sticks of chocolate. An indulgence like this could only come from France.
For three days, my intrepid photographer and I scoured the city for pain au chocolat that stand out from the Parisian crowd. In the end, we found 10 that can't be missed. Check them out in the slideshow above.
View 10 Pain au Chocolat We Love in Paris in a larger map
About the author: Gabrielle Mondesir lives in Paris, where she roams the streets looking for the best pastries the city has to offer. It's a tough job, but somebody's got to do it.


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It was a cold night for a Gatorade bath, but Alisal High football coach Sunil Smith, dripping wet after a postgame celebration, didn't seem to mind the surprise.
His Trojans finished the regular season Friday with a 34-14 victory over North Salinas, giving Alisal High a school record eight victories. And with postseason play on the horizon, they'll have a chance to set the bar even higher for future teams.
"You know what? They're good ... they're real good," Smith said of the ambush that his players perpetrated to leave him half-drowned on the sidelines as the final seconds ticked off. "I think there was a lot of plotting, a lot of setting things up. I've got one coach asking me one thing, and another coach on the other side asking the same question, and the next thing I know I'm all wet. So I'm pretty sure the coaches were part of the conspiracy. They set me up pretty good."
The Trojans figured to roll over a North Salinas squad that brought a 2-8 record into the game, but ran into a stubborn defense that kept the game competitive for much of the first half.
The breathing room for Alisal came midway through the third quarter, when senior quarterback Ezequiel Gonzalez peeled off touchdown runs of 57 and 55 yards on back-to-back series, blowing the contest open.
Alisal, 8-2, got a first-quarter interception from Ricardo Muniz, then reaped the benefits of a pass-interference penalty in a second-and-23 situation, to put the first points on the scoreboard, a 12-yard run by Jovan Villalobos.
When North Salinas failed to move the football and punted on its next possession, the Trojans went on the march again, using eight plays to move 58 yards.
The touchdown came on a 1-yard run by Danta Santoyo, normally an offensive lineman. Backup quarterback Eduardo Valencia, the holder for the point-after-touchdown, ran the ball for a 2-point conversion after an errant snap from center, giving the Trojans a 15-0 lead.
The Vikings made things interesting a few minutes later when Mario Gonzalez found himself in position to intercept a pass that bounced off the hands of an Alisal receiver, then returned it 21 yards for a North Salinas touchdown. Isiah Guzman kicked the conversion to chop the deficit to 15-7.
Alisal boosted its lead to 21-7 just before halftime, moving 66 yards on eight snaps, the biggest a 25-yard pass reception by Byron Medina on a fourth-and-11 from the North Salinas 30. That set up Gonzalez, the quarterback, for his first touchdown run of the evening, a 5-yarder.
His two long touchdown gallops, which came 2½ minutes apart in the third quarter, blew up any remaining hopes the Vikings may have had, boosting the lead to 34-7. Gonzalez finished with 129 yards on eight carries.
North Salinas got the final touchdown of the game with 5:22 remaining when Jacob Robante (10 carries, 139 yards) raced 83 yards. Guzman's kick made the final score 34-14.
"I'm overwhelmed, man. All of the stars have to fall into line to have a season like this one," Smith said. "Other teams have worked just as hard as this bunch, but a lot of things fell into place for us this year. The right people came out for the team. We stayed healthy through the season. Our seniors put in the time, from spring practices all the way to now, to earn this record. And my coaching staff did a terrific job. I'm at a loss for words to describe the feeling right now."
The Trojans got exceptional defensive play in their regular-season finale from Osiel Camacho, Erik Macias, Eddy Guzman and Eduardo Valencia, among others. Randy Ivey and Nico Alvarez were among the standout defenders for North Salinas.
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Alisal 34, North Salinas 14
First Quarter
A - Villalobos 12 run (E. Guzman kick), 6:40
A - Santoyo 1 run (Valencia run), 2:20
Second Quarter
NS - M. Gonzalez 21 interception return (I. Guzman kick), 4:47
A - E. Gonzalez 5 run (kick failed), 1:23
Third Quarter
A - E. Gonzalez 57 run (Guzman kick), 5:39
A - E. Gonzalez 55 run (run failed), 3:01
Fourth Quarter
NS - Robante 83 run (I. Guzman kick), 5:22
Individual Statistics
RUSHING - A: Villalobos 8-25, Muniz 13-73, E. Guzman 2-5, Vazquez 3-10, Novoa 4-22, Sandoval 1-2, Santoyo 1-1, Lopez 3-4, E. Gonzalez 8-129. NS: Robante 10-139, Martinez 8-64, Romero 2-2, J. Gonzalez 4-16, Gutierrez 10-(-26).
PASSING - A. E. Gonzalez 3-8-1, 63 yards. NS: Gutierrez 8-20-1, 60 yards.
RECEIVING - A: Lopez 1-28, Medina 1-25, Muniz 1-10. NS: Robante 2-21, Dorr 5-36, Trujillo 1-8.


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Fr. Mark Brian Thelen LC.
A Life: My Way or His Way
After thirty-one
years and fourteen of those in the seminary, some
things have changed, others have stayed the same. I still
wake up every morning asking myself why I should
get out of bed. It's no longer to make a
fortune, drive a nice car, or even to form
a family. I dream of bringing Christ down on
the altar and forgiving people's sins as a priest.
My Way:
A Road Going Nowhere
In all truth I tell you, when you were
young you put on your own belt and walked
where you liked (Jn 21:18).
I was young and ambitious, but I didn't know
what I really wanted. My principles and ideals were
clear, but I didn't understand. I had my whole life
mapped out, but didn't like the destination.
Going my way.
mom graduated top in her class, valedictorian, and my
dad second. So if genes dictate things, I am
an overachiever. You're thinking, "this guy is full of himself,
and it's boring already." You're right, even I got
bored. But stick with me. God did! It gets
I calculated everything in the equation for success,
especially in high school. Studies were for the perfect
GPA, honors and AP classes: for college credit. But not
just studies; my dad is an exceptional athlete, and
sports were a big part of my life. Swimming,
ice skating, tennis, soccer, baseball, basketball, and track were
just a start. I didn't enjoy all sports, but I
was determined to excel. The waiting in baseball, for
example, was something I couldn't stand, but I played
for almost eight years. Running track and cross-country was more
my style. In my freshman year of high school,
I ran varsity cross-country and we placed fifth in
the State championship.
Then there were extra-curricular activities like student
government. In high school, for example, I meticulously researched
and planned a successful campaign for sophomore class president.
The SAT was part of my strategy too. By senior
year, I was determined to have a perfect 1600
(the highest score possible at the time). I devoured
books on test taking and beating the system enthralled me.
was I headed?
"What are you going to do
when you grow up?" I can't remember how many times
I heard that question. I had no quick answer.
Clearly office work wasn't an option because I like
working with people too much. I wanted to succeed, to
lead, to make a difference.
High school was all
about perfecting that college application with GPA, athletics, extracurricular
activities, awards, and so on. Then, I planned on an
Ivy-league college diploma that would make possible a high
paying job. Afterwards I would have to gain experience
and climb the corporate ladder, ensuring a nice car,
house, money to live comfortably, and form a loving family
with a beautiful, intelligent wife. But I still hadn't
answered the question. Who was I going to be? Where
was I headed?
Growing up.
By sophomore year in high
school, I was getting tired of following ever minutely scripted
cue: from the social game to academic hula-hoops. I
wanted to live! There had to be something more!
faith wasn't strong or personal. Both of my parents
are devout Catholics, and I remember the family Gospel
reflection almost every morning. However, at the time it was
a chore. Around 6:00AM, my dad started calling everyone
down to the living room. I stumbled out of
the shower into some clothes, hastily shaved, ran a hand
through my hair, and plopped down in a chair
half asleep.
As the oldest of five (I have three
sisters and one brother), I didn't always set a shining
example. Like most little kids, I played Mass for
friends and siblings with grape juice and bread, learning my
catechism, and played along. In spite of all this:
Sunday Mass, Catholic school, encouragement, and good example, the
faith was not my own. Religion was just another necessary
step on the path to success. Churchgoing was just
another element among others like studying math or running
Changing Ways
For the heavens are as high above
earth as my ways are above your ways, my thoughts
above your thoughts (Is55:9).
God had to stage some
pretty serious episodes to make me change directions. They didn't
determine my path, but they certainly helped to rethink
it: a strange prediction, a knock on a random
New York door and a midnight trip.
A strange
I sat at the table in stunned silence: "What
did she say?" It was like one of the slow
motion scenes in a boxing movie where the main
character moves a thousand times faster than everyone else.
coke never quite reached my lips. My friend was
motionless beside me. His mom's lips stopped mid-phrase, "I just
know that you are going to become a priest."
did she know anyway? Despite the example of great
priests like Fr. Roger Prokop and Fr. Bill Ashbaugh
at my own parish, it had never even crossed my
mind. But I couldn't shake it off. Not knowing
why, deep down I had the feeling that she
was right.
A knock on some New York door.
I knocked
hesitantly. In the middle of the state of New
York, a long way from home, I was knocking
on the door of some stranger. What was I doing
here anyway? A few months ago I could have
been knocking on a door in my own parish.
There had
been a similar door-to-door evangelization mission, and my mom
was set on me going. I was not going.
The night of the sign-up deadline, she walked into
my room, "Did you sign up for the retreat?"
you get it, Mom? I don't want to go."
But things changed quickly a few months later with
an after-school-confession. At Fr. Gabriel Richard High School in
Ann Arbor, the chaplain, Fr. Richard Lobert, was always
looking out for the students. He often organized confessions,
retreats, and talks with visiting priests.
Well Fr. Edward Hopkins
was visiting and he wasn't going to settle for the
drive-through confession. After absolution, he began asking about me,
my summer plans, my phone number. But I never
expected to hear from him again.
"Excuse me, young man,
do you want something?" Needless to say, here I was
in New York, far from home, standing in front
of some lady. Fr. Edward had called.
"We're here
on behalf of Fr. Bob at St. Mary's parish and
want to invite you to Sunday Mass."
"I'm not
interested. We already have something going."
"Can we say a
prayer for any of your intentions?"
"Well yeah…for my son.
He had a car accident… he was fine and …
how could God let this happen?"
Okay, the details
are off. But these people asked the million dollar questions,
the profound questions How could God allow suffering? Did
I really believe God was present in that wafer
on the altar? What made all the Catholics right and
everyone else wrong? How could I prove that the
Bible was true?
The answers weren't in textbooks. I could
name the sacraments, the three persons of the Holy
Trinity, and with enough time the mysteries of the rosary.
Besides, these people weren't buying textbook answers, and neither
was I. There was a need to get serious
about my faith or just give up on the whole
religion thing.
A midnight trip.
It was 10:00 pm, and
I still had a lot to do. Procrastination had its
advantages and disadvantages. I didn't worry about things for
more than a night, but, boy, was that night
"Mark, you've got a phone call," my mom yelled
down the stairs, "it's Fr. Edward."
"Oh, no!" I knew
what he wanted. After the door to door missions, my
faith had gotten serious. The most fun, joyful, and
knowledgeable guys on the mission were in the Regnum
Christi Movement. I wanted in and so joined a few
months later during a retreat. My prayer life picked
up. Mass and confession were a part of the regular
routine. I got involved with some apostolic projects with
others guys in the area. I talked to Fr.
Edward regularly in spiritual direction.
"Mark, are you going to
take the call?"
"Father, how are you?" What could
I say? I had already told him that I was
thinking maybe the priesthood was for me, and he
had duly invited me to see for myself –
take a trip up to the Legionary minor seminary in
New Hampshire. There was a basketball tournament in the
way and, not to mention, a few school assignments.
He needed an answer. I decided to go. Despite the
obstacles, God was calling.
I walked up the stairs. "Mom,
I told Father that I'm going to New Hampshire. We
leave Detroit tomorrow around 5:00." I left around midnight
with Fr. Edward for a short night in Detroit
before our early morning Departure to New Hampshire.
His Way
But when you grow old you
will stretch out your hands, and somebody else will put
a belt round you and take you where you
would rather not go.´
As I knelt in front of
the tabernacle, I would always remember this simple conversation,
"Follow me." Christ was calling to the priesthood, and there
in the Legionary chapel in Rome, I finally said:
"Yes, Lord."
After the trip to New Hampshire, I
thought a lot about the priesthood. The minor seminary
had been incredible: basketball, hikes, true charity, good food, great
guys and a lot of fun. I was pretty
convinced, but the possibility was starting to sink in.
Three months later, a group of Regnum Christi and
ECYD from Detroit and all around the United States
who had come to join John Paul II in Rome.
We were celebrating Pentecost in 1998. He had invited
all the new Movements in the Church to participate
in this celebration of the Holy Spirit.
There was
something surreal about the whole trip. The Mass with the
pope was hot and distracted. I didn't understand the
homilies and conferences in Italian or Spanish. The nights
were short. The food wasn't great, and neither were the
accommodations. But it wasn't about that: God wanted me
there, and I was listening. His voice almost boomed,
"Will you be my priest, my Legionary?" I could
only say, "Yes, I will follow your path."
The decision
wasn't easy, but God gave the grace. My family supported
me despite their initial misgivings and the sacrifice it
implied. Numerous friends and mentors supported especially Mrs. May
Ping Soo Hoo, Mrs. Martha Panning, and Mr. Art
The adventure continues.
This was just the beginning.
I didn't enter the seminary with a million and one
certainties. I entered with an invitation and a hesitant
but generous yes. It is never easy, but it
is simple, joyful, and fulfilling. I spent one year in
the minor seminary in New Hampshire, two years of
novitiate in Germany, and a year of humanistic studies
in Cheshire.
In the seminary, God has continued to show
me his path, full of joys and sorrows. And to
be honest, there has been a lot more of
the former. But it was often during the difficulties
where I learned the most. In fact, I can only
really remember crying twice in my life (okay, apart
from some scrapes as a kid and a C on
a history test).
The novitiate in Ireland.
"Lord, why is
this so hard?" There in the chapel, I was
practically in tears. Maybe it wasn´t a big deal,
but I wanted my way. Nobody seemed to understand. I
was meticulously planning and organizing, but it never seemed
to turn out the way that I wanted.
as an assistant to the instructor of novices in
Ireland, life was fun and rewarding. Sometimes I had
to pinch myself – what was better than experiencing God's
grace working through me, seeing it so vibrant in
the lives of these enthusiastic and generous young men?
Yet the struggle was still there. My way led
nowhere other than sadness and disappointment, and God was
calling me to be an instrument in his plan and
to follow his path to authentic joy and holiness.
why is this so hard?" This time I really
was in tears in my superior's office. After Ireland,
I had come to Rome. What more could a seminarian
ask for? Rome is full of art, history, faith,
and grace. But by my second year, the spell was
wearing off. The office job started to frustrate me.
This is exactly what I had not bargained for.
"Father, I can't handle this anymore. I'm going crazy
in this office." Once again I was superficially unhappy again.
Why? Even as a seminarian, I was still trying
my way. It's only when we truly "let go
and let God" that we find happiness because it's not
in what we do but how and for who
we do it.
The priesthood.
On the eve of my
priesthood, I know I have barely even begun to walk
his way, God's way. I might still be in
Rome, still studying, and my work still mainly involves an
office, but that "Follow me" echoes louder than ever.
made me to love him and share his love
with others, and in the end, "Love consists in
this: it is not we who loved God, but God
loved us and sent his Son to expiate our
sins" (I Jn 4:10).


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Deceptive breaking ball serves Coke well
LAKELAND, Fla. -- Friday was the last day Major League teams could cut loose players with non-guaranteed contracts and only be responsible for one-sixth of their salary. Phil Coke wasn't headed in that direction, even after his early spring struggles.
That wasn't much of a curveball Friday. The sharper breaking ball Coke threw to the Washington Nationals was.
"It felt pretty good," Coke said. "As I get deeper into spring, the better it feels."
Technically, it's not a true curveball that Coke throws, it's closer to a slider. However, Coke spent a side session Thursday slowing down his delivery more and more until it looked like a curveball.
"It's more like a curveball because I'm getting my fingers in front of the ball," Coke said.
Coke entered Friday's 12-6 win over the Nationals in the middle of the fifth inning with a runner on third and nobody out, rather than starting an inning fresh, and the top of the Nationals' order due up. He seemingly responded to the atmosphere, retiring Denard Span, Anthony Rendon and Nate McLouth in order.
The left-handed Span was a bit of an escape, popping out softly to third on a breaking ball Coke didn't throw as well as he wanted. Rendon's groundout was the type of swing Coke wanted, making weak contact off the end of the bat.
McLouth was the best display of a total at-bat. He fell into an 0-2 count before Coke's 1-2 pitch dropped to the dirt, sending McLouth swinging over it. It was his third strikeout of a left-handed hitter in his last two outings.
"The very last breaking ball on the strikeout was the sharpest breaking ball he's thrown yet," manager Brad Ausmus said. "So that was good to see. And he topped out at 91-92 [mph] today."
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I just received a new run LE Z-Xtreme. I was always a fan of the run from like 2002 and threw them for years. I don't think I've thrown a better overstable mid/fairway utility disc so I was excited to test it out. Mine weighs 174 and feels like old Z plastic...Makes me wonder if this is the same stuff the new 10yr Buzzzes are made of. The disc looks and feels great. It is a bit more flexible than I remember the old run being, but it is still fairly stiff by today's standards.
In true Z-Xtreme fashion I had to OAT it a bit to keep it from swinging back around and hitting me in the face. It's hard to talk about glide with this mold, but I think this new run has a touch more of it than the older ones. It has a great lawn dart type flight path and gets down and sticks well. It doesn't want to fly laterally much, just turned over/straight then coming down.


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service was terrible, never saw a gluten free menu, not many likely looking options on the regular menu. walked out without ordering, wasn't worth the risk.
Gluten free menu available! They offer their sandwiches and burgers on gluten free buns. I ordered a steak, baked potato, and broccoli, however. Waiter was somewhat attentive to my allergy in the same sense he was somewhat attentive to the fact he had a table to serve. Didn't want to chance ordering a sandwich "gluten free" and be served one that wasn't by accident.
5270 Utica Ridge Rd, Davenport, IA 52807
They went out of their way to accommodate not only my gluten allergy but my dairy allergy too!!!! ASK FOR MEGAN! She is vegan and veryyyy educated on everything with gluten and dairy and super friendly and helpful!! Only bad side is that they have a shared fryer for waffle fries and chicken nuggets :( but they have their own separate gluten free menu!
1701 Village W Pkwy, Kansas City, KS 66111
The staff was extremely knowledgeable and helpful in choosing my meal. I ordered the buffalo wings. They prepared them on a dedicated grill instead of fryer and applied the sauce in a clean bowl. Also had a house salad. Top notch! I will return!
851 Rosedale Shopping Center, Saint Paul, MN 55113
Delicious buffalo wings and friendly waitress.
49 W Maryland St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
There is a gluten sensitive menu with some pretty delicious food. I had no reaction and both the service and food were excellent. There is no dedicated gf space but also no overt issues.
4755 1st Avenue Southeast, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
They took away the gf artisan flatbread....so disappointed
12801 University Ave, Clive, IA 50325
Awesome gf artisan flatbread pizza. Try the maple bacon...you won't be disappointed!
230 Conference Center Dr, East Peoria, IL 61611
I got the gluten-free Margherita flatbread. It was tasty, but the crust was a little tough.
4755 1st Avenue Southeast, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Second time having the brunch buffet at Granite City- great options, helpful staff, DELICIOUS food.
8461 NW Prairie View Rd, Kansas City, MO 64153
Menu choices are great and the food is well prepared. This restaurant is my go-to as I have celiac and have never gotten sick here. I also really enjoy their food. City wings are great as well as the Bison burger on a gluten Free bun.
1636 42nd St S, Fargo, ND 58103
Their gluten free flatbreads are delicious! However, the portion for this is much smaller than a regular flatbread!
699 West Big Beaver Road, Troy, MI 48084
3 out of the 4 times I ordered out here within 2 months they couldn't get my side order right and I had to wait 20-30 minutes for them To re-do my order. Didn't get sick though. But the service is not good.
5270 Utica Ridge Rd, Davenport, IA 52807
Granite City has an extensive gluten free menu. I have Celiac Disease, and I had no issues eating the flatbread pizza or burgers with gluten free bread. I also ordered chicken wings for an appetizer and the sauces are gluten-free. It was delicious!
49 W Maryland St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
I'm always a little nervous with brew pubs but I had a great dinner there with non-celiac friends. The staff seemed pretty knowledgeable and I had no problems what so ever. I'll definitely return if I'm in the area.
1636 42nd St S, Fargo, ND 58103
I've only tried their dry rub wings, but they were good and I didn't get sick. It would be great if they would use more detail in the mixed drinks so people with celiacs could make an informed decision on drinks, there was only cocktail with enough information for me to know it was safe.
1636 42nd St S, Fargo, ND 58103
2 items on the gluten free menu have gluten in them. Ie: stout! Lol!
72 W Towne Mall, Madison, WI 53719
They were nice enough and seemed to have plenty of options. But I did get sick. Probably just cross contaminated, but enough to make sure I don't want to go back. Ugh.
200 American Way, Fort Washington, MD 20745
I loved the salmon!!! So much flavor great veggies One of my favorite meals in a long time. Wish there was one in tampa❤
1636 42nd St S, Fargo, ND 58103
So good! Gluten free bun was great on my classic cheeseburger! Fresh green beans also yummy.
2300 Village Dr W #130, Maumee, OH 43537
Separate Gluten Free menu. Good gluten free buns.
39603 Traditions Drive, Northville, MI 48167
Was told GF but was sick afterwards
2620 S Louise Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57106
good food but very limited selection
801 Plaza Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173
Things on the gluten free menu are actually fried in a fryer with breaded items. Thanks to an alert server I was spared from eating Will's Potatoes fried in that fryer which are on the GF menu.
1636 42nd St S, Fargo, ND 58103
Gluten free BBQ cheddar burger is really good. Celiac friendly with there preparation and did not get sick.
992 Willow Rd, Northbrook, IL 60062
This was the first time I was at this restaurant and they have a gluten sensitive menu. I had a burger and the French onion soup even had gluten free bread! They have a dedicated gluten free fryer for fries. The only downside is the bun fell apart pretty quickly. The server was super knowledgeable and helpful. I would go back and eat here.
150 West 96th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46290
Gluten sensitive menu- not fully gluten free. They use one fryer for everything. The menu over the years has gotten smaller and smaller for GF people. There is no official gf list of sides.
699 West Big Beaver Road, Troy, MI 48084
I ordered off the gluten free menu and indicated it was for an allergy. I was glutened. They even served it with an allergy tooth pick. This place is crossed off my list. So ill.
200 American Way, Fort Washington, MD 20745
Good food but the worst service I've ever experienced. They forgot meals, brought out the wrong meals when they finally brought them. Not worth the trouble. Plenty of other restaurants in the area. Pick one of those.
11411 Olive Boulevard, Creve Coeur, MO 63141
Very small GF menu. And it isn't the one on the website. They don't have pasta and there salmon has a sauce on it that has what I could tell was soy sauce which they said was GF. Went home feeling sick. Won't be back. 😟
5270 Utica Ridge Rd, Davenport, IA 52807
4 stars for service, smiles, and total knowledge of the staff, in regards to gluten free, low carb offerings. According to the Kitchen Manager, gluten free is difficult to purchase, and it often is more expensive. thus a gf pizza or flat bread dish costs more, and people need to expect that. Since only 1.4% of the population have celiac disease, there is not the demand, and wholesale food suppliers charge more, much more, and the customer at a restaurant need to expect that. My recent experience was fine... because I know prices are higher.; My flat bread pizza was great.
39603 Traditions Drive, Northville, MI 48167
Had the steak salad. Next day had stomach flu or food poisoning. Will avoid eating here again.
851 Rosedale Shopping Center, Saint Paul, MN 55113
Have a gluten sensitive menu. Gf bun was delicious.
14035 South Lagrange Road, Orland Park, Illinois 60462
This place is very accommodating. The food is really good. Deducted 1 star since the GF menu options have been reduced over the past few years.
39603 Traditions Drive, Northville, MI 48167
Big Gluten Free Menu. The waiter understood issues with gluten, the gluten free menu and how the food is prepared. The chef came to our table and explained how they take great care to prepare the gluten free food options. Dedicated areas for gluten free food preparation. The food was excellent! Highly recommended. Updated - July 2016: Unfortunately they've reduced the size of their gluten free options. The pulled pork used to be gluten free but now they are braising it with their beer which makes it full of gluten. The wait staff and cooks don't seem to understand the changes. To them it seems the same. I took a star away as a result and don't frequent the restaurant as much. Too bad.
2661 North Maize Road, Wichita, KS 67205
Not safe for celiacs. Cross-contamination is a major issue.
200 American Way, Fort Washington, MD 20745
They had a separate GF menu. After placing my order, I didn't have a ton of confidence that there was a good awareness of Celiacs, and I was concerned about the possibility of getting sick. I am happy to say that I didn't get sick and that the food was actually really good.
3945 2nd St S, St Cloud, MN 56301
Had a hamburger on there gluten free menu and was sick shortly after. The menu selection is small. And I wouldn't count there chicken wings as "gluten free" because they are deep fried in the same grease as non-gluten free foods.
230 Conference Center Dr, East Peoria, IL 61611
I got a steak salad without croutons, cheese, or salad dressing. It was yummy!
851 Rosedale Shopping Center, Saint Paul, MN 55113
Waiter was great, food was good. But the manager did NOT like us asking any questions about the menu. She seemed very defensive and put off by us asking a simple question about ingredients.
11411 Olive Boulevard, Creve Coeur, MO 63141
Hmm somethings happened here... They downsized to a VERY small menu, it didn't even have steak or potatoes in it any longer. Could be a good thing to keep gluten free items safe but choices were super disappointing
2244 N Webb Rd, Wichita, KS 67226
Very limited GF menu. Couple salads and 3 burgers, or wings, that's it.
851 Rosedale Shopping Center, Saint Paul, MN 55113
ordered their Bedda Chedda burger and not on was the burger excellent, but the GF bun was like a bunch should be - light and airy and flavorful, not dense, heavy and cardboard tasting. there were several choices from appetizers, salads, Sandwiches, burgers and entrees! Even a couple of desserts. Will definitely add this to my list.
3945 2nd St S, St Cloud, MN 56301
Limited GF menu. I had a cheeseburger on a GF bun (which appeared untoasted) with pickles and kettle chips. No reaction.
5270 Utica Ridge Rd, Davenport, IA 52807
Menu was very restricted. They not had wings listed as gf but they are fried in a common fryer. Bonus points for the staff who offered that info and brought me veggies and ranch (which they confirmed was gf). Much appreciated but sad they reduced the menu.
12801 University Ave, Clive, IA 50325
Great service and many choices off of GF menu
15085 W 119th St, Olathe, KS 66062
My family and I have eaten at Granite City three times over the last two months. There steak was cooked GF on designate grill, the sandwiches were great and I loved their gluten free bread. There is a gluten free menu, and there is even a dessert, creme brulee, gluten free. It was delicious. Their fryer is not dedicated gf only so no fries or house made chips. But the salads w/o croutons are great and so is their BLT. Their mashed potatoes and steamed veggies go great with the steak. People with gluten issues should try this restaurant. With gluten free bread, salads, sandwiches, steaks, sides and dessert....they have a lot to offer! Just make sure to request a GF menu and communicate well with your server!
200 American Way, Fort Washington, MD 20745
While Granite City Food & Brewery has a separate GF menu, those with a gluten allergy MUST be sure your server acknowledges this or you will likely get sick. Employees need a better understanding that this condition isn't a choice--it's a reality for those of us with food allergies.
5270 Utica Ridge Rd, Davenport, IA 52807
GC used to have a kickass gluten free menu. That has changed. The menu now has 8 items. 4 salads, chicken wings, and 3 burgers. No fish, no chicken, no sandwiches, no steaks. Their gluten free sides are no longer listed. The best french fry substitute (in my opinion), the baked potato, has also been removed. I eat A LOT of salad being gluten free and don't understand why that continues to be the only option. I expressed my distress to the waitress and she replied with "I just work here". So their staff isn't well trained either. Pizza hut has more gluten free options, and they deliver.
699 West Big Beaver Road, Troy, MI 48084
They seem to have a good selection, but after hearing that there's no dedicated kitchen space and seeing the choices on the regular menu, I opted out of dinner and just had a glass of wine.
801 Plaza Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173
Mediocre burger with a stale, sawdust-dry GF bun. Clueless servers did not understand nor recommend GF beer/cider options. Meh. Totally not worth the trouble.
39603 Traditions Drive, Northville, MI 48167
couldn't find anything on the menu that was GF. the waiter told me an appetizer was GF, I ordered it, and immediately got sick. they offer no cider/GF beer options for celiac. they serve Omission but that is not celiac safe and makes me sick. totally disappointed and won't go back despite living very close.
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A down jacket keeps you warm. Whether you wear it under a shell in wet weather or by itself when it's cold and clear.
The type of down jacket you choose depends on what you're going to use it for. Backcountry skiing, backpacking, and climbing call for high-fil down, a performance fit, and the lightweight fabrics of a technical jacket. Comfort and style are more important for around town.


text: Solo Foodservice has launched a redesigned and more comprehensive cutlery offering for meal service. With its two new cutlery lines, Solo has improved the appearance, performance and value of its full cutlery solutions for on-premise and takeout meal occasions. The matching, family design of the new Impress and Reliance lines gives operators the ability to


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Topic: What was your treatment?
I am interested in getting information on what type of treatments you all have been through and currently receiving.
My mother went through 28 sessions of IMRT radiation in conjuction with half strength Gemzar for 4 treatments. After radiation was completed, she has been receiving full strength Gemzar for the past 5 months. She has 2 more treatments of Gemzar then they will give her a break for 3 weeks, then PET/CT scan.
Would appreciate any information on your treatments thus far and was it effective for inoperable tumor.