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Located only 2 blocks from Faneuil Hall and Post Office Square, Club Quarters Hotel in Boston's financial district offers full-service accommodations in a club atmosphere. The hotel is just a short walk away from the Government Center, Quincy Hall, the North End, Boston Commons and Waterfront.
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In Boston's bustling financial district, Club Quarters Hotel provides a central location combined with home-like ambience. The Old State House, Faneuil Hall Marketplace, and a T subway station are all within 2 blocks.
Automated check-in and check-out machines provide around-the-clock convenience, and 24-hour concierge service is available. Use of computers and printers is complimentary, as well as high speed Wi-Fi.
The Elephant & Castle Pub and Restaurant serves British pub fare, accompanied by a selection of ales, single-malt scotches, and cocktails. Guests can also relax in a private Club Living Room lounge with magazines, coffee, tea, and bottled water. Room service is provided both by the pub and a selection of local restaurants. The hotel also has a small fitness center and valet parking is available.
- 24-hour front desk
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- Breakfast available (surcharge)
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- Number of floors - 11
- Total number of rooms - 167
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- Number of meeting rooms - 3
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Self parking (surcharge), Valet parking (surcharge), Offsite parking discounted rates available
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- Air conditioning
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Elephant & Castle Pub and Restaurant - Wood-paneled, British-style pub. Traditional pub classics such as fish and chips, bangers and mash, and shepherd's pie. Ales, single-malt Scotch bar, and full cocktail service.
Room service - Available from Elephant & Castle during restaurant hours.
Multi-menu room service - Available from a variety of area restaurants.
Nearby Things to Do
The hotel's complimentary fitness center contains cardio equipment and free weights. Exercise equipment and yoga kits can be delivered to guest room, free of charge, upon request.
A half-mile from the hotel, runners have access to paved pathways around the Boston Common and along the Charles River. The Charles River also offers seasonal boating, canoeing, sailing, and sightseeing tours.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
- Sailing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them at check-out when you book your room.
- Accessible bathroom
- In-room accessibility
- Roll-in shower
Hotel Policies
Check-in time ends at midnight
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age is 18
Check-out time is noon
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Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Pets not allowed
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Optional extras
- Breakfast fee: between USD 8.00 and USD 16.00 per person (approximately)
- Self parking fee: USD 25.00 per day
- Valet parking fee: USD 38.00 per day (in/out privileges)
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THE Stiffs, currently bottom of Division Three, faced United FC for the second time in just over a month and with the previous encounter going the way of United who coasted to an 8-1 win, Ade Giles, Stiffs were out to avenge that defeat.
Although they didn't get the victory, stand-in manager Keith Quadling would have been happy with they way his side performed as they overturned a 3-0 half time deficit to claim a point from a thrilling 3-3 draw.
Stiffs held out for the opening 30 minutes but three goals in the final 15 minutes of the first half must have seemed as if history would repeat itself and that United would go on and claim an easy win, but that wasn't the case.
Jacub Koman put United ahead on 31 minutes and five minutes later Agim Iljazi made it 2-0.
A stunning 35 yard strike from Lukasz Bareja took it to 3-0 and it should have been game over.
The Stiffs were excellent in the second half as they came out fighting, a tighter back line allowing them to push on in search of a way back into the game and when Nathan Litterick pulled a goal back the revival had started and things got better after the introduction of substitute Steve Smart who was making his debut for the club.
Smart narrowed the gap to the odd goal and he capped a brilliant cameo appearance with his second and Stiffs third of the afternoon which gave the bottom of the table side a deserved point which was their first of the campaign.
Bradford United Reserves 2 Trowbridge Town Reserves 7
WITH a number of players called into their first team and players unavailable through injury and illness Bradford United Reserves were always going to be up against it at home to Trowbridge Town Reserves who were looking for an immediate return to winning ways after dropping two points away at Bratton Reserves in their previous game.
Town finished up 7-2 winners in what was a great game for the neutral supporter.
Trowbridge opened the scoring on 10 minutes, good work from Conor Green led to a corner, which was volleyed into the roof of the net from close range by striker Natty Mills.
Four minutes later, Mills turned his marker 40 yards out and made a run for the Bradford goal, only to be brought down just inside the penalty area, after which he coolly converted the spot kick to give The Bee's a 2-0 lead.
Trowbridge certainly didn't have the half all their own way, with Bradford looking dangerous on the break and creating several good chances of their own, but the score remained the same through to the break.
The second half saw Bradford try to take the game to Trowbridge, but it was the visitors to Culver Close who increased their lead on 50 minutes, with Chad Cain popping up in the box to poke home from a Conor Green corner.
Bradford got themselves back in the game just six minutes later when Trowbridge lost procession and Town keeper Nick Dibden was given no chance as the ball was calmly lobbed over his head by Tom May to make it 1-3.
Trowbridge bounced back quickly, with a Kieron Green strike after a scramble in the box, again, a Conor Green corner causing problems for Bradford.
On 67 minutes, an interception from Adam Potter came to Green on the right, who produced a great through ball to Kurt James, who turned his marker and fired into the top corner to make it 5-1.
Bradford scored their second of the afternoon on 78 minutes when a powerful shot was palmed out by Dibden, only for Lee Radwell to follow up to find the net.
Trowbridge continued to press, and increased their lead with Natty Mills completing his treble on 84 minutes and a minute from time Mills netted his fourth following good work from Craig Yelland.
Bratton Reserves 1 Westwood News 3
SIX successive home wins for Mark Hurkett's Westwood News side has seen the villagers open up a six-point lead at the top of the standings and their first league game away from Bobbin Lane would have been a test of both their map reading skills and ability to perform on the road.
Westwood found it no trouble to find their way to Bratton Reserves and although they made hard work of it they returned home with three more points to their name after coming from behind to claim a 3-1 win.
Bratton stunned their guests inside the first minute, Westwood kick-off but a move up field broke down, a swift counter attack resulted in a corner which was fired home by Darren Hudd to give Bratton a 1-0 lead.
Westwood fought back and restored parity on 15 minutes with Dan Thorne heading them level at one apiece.
Westwood went in front on 47 minutes, Ben Ludwell heading in at the far post following a well placed corner.
Westwood lost keeper Aaron Harford through injury and while Josh Maguire was between the posts, Bratton threatened for a while but they were unable to find an equaliser.
Once Westwood had replaced Maguire with Martin Cowdrey the game swung back their way and they finally put it too bed on 67 minutes a fine individual from Thorne who rounded the keeper gave him his second of the afternoon and the visitors their third.
Lacock FC 3 The Fleece FC 0
ONE of the matches of the day was at Stanley Park, Chippenham where Lacock FC hosted second placed Fleece FC who, after suffering a first defeat of the season last weekend, were looking for an immediate return to winning ways but once again Fleece were left empty-handed as the hosts took all the points thanks to a 3-0 victory.
Both sides were wasteful in front of goal in the first half as neither could take a chance when it came their way and it was little surprise that the score line remained goalless.
Jamie Murphy broke the deadlock for Lacock and the inform Stuart Tutty doubled the villagers lead before a first of the season from Matthew Blueitt sealed victory over a Fleece side, who finished the game with 10 men after they had Ryan Parfitt sent off late on but by then the damage had already been done.
Trowbridge Rangers 5 Polenez Westbury 3
POLENEZ Westbury have one win to their name to date and that is a 3-1 victory over Trowbridge Rangers, so when the teams met in the reverse clash at Whaddon Lane all eyes were on the visitors to see if they could repeat their success from earlier in the season and claim what would have been their first ever double.
Things didn't go the way of Polenez as they suffered a 5-3 defeat with Rangers doing the damage in a first half that saw them take a 5-1 lead.
Rangers led through Dan Moore and made it 2-0 thanks to Cameron Thomas. Rory Elliot and a second from Moore made it 4-0 before Robert Bigaj narrowed the gap only for Thomas to get it back to four goals with his second of the game.
The second half was a lot different as Polenez who finished the game with 10 men after they had Kizsztop Pudialski sent off came back into it with goals from Bartosz Kogat and Mariusz Hoszko but they weren't enough as Rangers held out for their first win in four games.
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Heh; that did make me smile, at least.
If only I didn't have four times a normal workload.
Then again, on the bright side, that means I only have three times the normal workload, which is like a vacation!
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JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. - The victims in the melee at Jacksonville Beach on Monday evening want to know where the police officers were when the fights broke out near the Sea Walk Pavilion.
Two teenagers said they were outnumbered by as many as 20 others who were punching and kicking them while on the ground.
"I was trying to fight back with one person, but somebody just hit me and kicked me," one victim in the fight said. "We tried to get away and they just ran and started chasing us down. We really couldn't do nothing."
The teen said he was looking for police officers to break up the brawl. He said he and his friend ran from the beach to the street, and that's when someone with another cellphone captured video of the fight. The teen is out of view when his 20-year-old friend is jumped on, dislocating his shoulder.
He said Jacksonville Beach police weren't there when he needed them the most.
"They could have done something," the victim said. "When people see the police, they stop what they are doing. They could have at least done something instead of just standing there and watching. I'm just happy we just made it out alive."
"Our police reacted real quick, our sergeants made quick decisions and no one got hurt in the fight except the victims, and police are handling that now," Jacksonville Beach Vice Mayor Tom Taylor said.
Taylor pointed out that several fights were going on at one time. He said police were trying to move the crowds onto the streets.
"Several fights started and our officers were there in force to handle the situation," the Jacksonville Beach Police Department said in a news release. "They broke up the fights and dispersed the crowd, even following the crowd to their cars to ensure public safety."
Channel 4 has learned that the Police Department had 16 officers on duty Monday night patrolling a crowd of thousands that, at times, appeared out of control.
"I know the police were there, but they didn't control the crowds," the victim said. "I guess they were waiting on backup or whatever. They could have at least tried to calm it down. They didn't even try to do that."
The Police Department said it will have all of its officers working on Sundays and on three-day weekends to help beef up the police presence. The department said it also plans on utilizing surveillance cameras on light poles to monitor crowds.
Neighbors Samantha and Brian Price said they were disgusted after watching the new video.
"They're having fun, it's very sad," they said. "They are entertained, they're having a blast, I guess."
The last couple of days have been embarrassing for the Price's. They said they're frustrated, saying the fight reaffirms the reason they don't bring their 2- and 3-year-old to the beach during festivals and big holidays.
"Families for the most part, at least local families don't come around," they said.
Wednesday night, the Price's said enough is enough and something has to be done. They're just not sure what.
"I don't even know what you do about it, or how you stop that. It makes it sad," the Price's said. "It makes it hard for you to even go out to the beach."
John Harpersberger's angry about it all. The restaurant where he works closed down three hours early because of the fight. He said his paycheck will be short $80.
"I think that it's ridiculous," said John Harpersberger. "That's my cell phone bill."
The 28 year old has spent most of his life here. Harpersberger said these types of fights usually involve people who are from out of town and don't represent the beauty of Jacksonville Beach.
"It's supposed to be a nice little comfort cozy zone, a nice money maker," said Harpersberger. "We all hang out at the beach. We need to take the beach back."
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|Sport, 1 pitch
|YDS: 5.13a French: 7c+ Ewbanks: 29 UIAA: IX+ ZA: 29 British: E6 6c [details]
|Mark Rolofson, 1993
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|Nate Weitzel on Jan 1, 2001
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By Anonymous Coward
Jul 31, 2001
This is a great route if want to do a 13a, but I don't have tons of bouldering power. There is no single stopper move, just lots of V3 type sequences. It also lends itself to creative beta and good resting skills. Most of the hard sequences have several options.
Tom Isaacson
By Willie Mein
Jul 18, 2003
|The long sling is definitely useful for getting the rope up and/or working the moves on the crux. Unless your name is Sven, and/or you have had the satisfaction for the flash of this fine route, then you have probably made good use of the sling in the past. I agree that it may be unsightly, but I favor leaving it. That tat is phat.
By Stefan Griebel
From: Boulder, Colorado
Jul 18, 2003
rating: 5.13- 7c+ 29 IX+ 29 E7 6c
Trim the phat (tat, that is).
1. The first or second time I got on this route, the tat was windblown around the bolt it is tied too, and I couldn't even reach it.
2. The bolt is harder to clip after you've pulled the crux with that mess of tat on there.
3. The fall off the crux is a blast. Nothing but air!
By Willie Mein
Jul 21, 2003
Adam, the difference between the tat and other garbage, is that the long sling serves a purpose, and has been placed intentionally. On this route, in that location, it is extremely useful for those that don't flash 5.13. The bolt is in a good location for the red point. IMHO, moving the bolt would be a mistake. Whipping off the crux is clean and fun, but most folks probably were gald to have the sling to yard on, so they could clip the bolt and work out the moves. I think you should leave this one alone. And,..if u take dat tat, is will be back.
Adam, why do you even bother to ask others for their opinion? I offered my opinion after you requested feedback in this public forum. Two of three people that responded said they did not have a problem with the sling, and then you post "so I'm going to take it down." It sounds as is you feel strongly about this webbing, and are going to do what you want anyhow. Go for it. Next time just do it, without the disingenuous call for other's opinions and all the preaching. BTW, I didn't put the sling up, as you insinuated in your last post.
By Anonymous Coward
Jul 24, 2003
Confession is good for the soul, right? I was working on this route in the spring of 2000. While working on the egg portion on lead, my partner and I took several very dangerous falls. When we fell fairly high on the egg (which is easy to do), we'd swing down and sideways, with our legs clipping the rope below the bolt. That caused us to windmill out of control and in one case I nearly whacked my head on the rock. I thought it was very unsafe, so I stick clipped the bolt above the egg. I then came back and placed the long sling to allow clipping from below and largely eliminate that problem. I left it there after I finally sent the Violator (took a long time and a lot of belayers) because a friend wanted to work it. I am not sure whether the sling up there is still the same one. I would think it has gotten frayed from whipping around in the wind. I did not think it was an eyesore since hardly anyone can see. Anyhow, that's the story. I think most people would be grateful for the long sling (or the addition of a bolt). But, if someone wants to remove it, I certainly wouldn't fight about it -- just warn people. Done.
Tom Isaacson
By Rui Ferreira
From: Longmont, CO
Oct 3, 2003
rating: 5.13a 7c+ 29 IX+ 29 E6 6c
In regards to the webbing on the last bolt most people use it to pre-clip before doing the crux sequence and not as a point of aid. Two years ago I asked Mark if he was willing to reposition the second to last bolt down and right which would have prevented either the presence of webbing or repositioning the last bolt, Mark's opinion is that the bolts are fine where they are. I respect that, but also be aware that as long as people continue to work this route, the webbing will continue to be present, whether it gets repeatedly removed or not!
Instead of complaining about the unsightly view of a piece of webbing blowing in the wind, perhaps folks could be more constructive and rebuilt the approach gully, which is far more unsightly. I have done some minor landscaping work in the past with boulders and wood present, but I believe that this effort could be better taken up by one of our organizations, as an Adopt-A-Crag event.
By richard magill
Dec 7, 2004
rating: 5.13a 7c+ 29 IX+ 29 E6 6c
Awesome steep pumpy climbing to a difficult crux at the end.
Great job by Mark Rolofson.
By George Squibb
From: Boulder, CO
Oct 17, 2005
rating: 5.13a 7c+ 29 IX+ 29 E6 6c
|Changed my mind; some of the holds that were there in 1996 aren't there anymore.
By Jesse Ryan
Oct 21, 2005
rating: 5.13a 7c+ 29 IX+ 29 E6 6c
|My RP in 9/04. Enduro 13a.
By Chris Briley
Jul 3, 2006
|So, the sling/tat/satanwebbing talk is super important, but what I'm wondering about is what hold you people clip the last bolt from. The finger lock? The sloper left of the finger lock? The Crystal? It felt like I was heading too far right when I followed the chalk up the arete/egg. Seems like it would be quite a swinging fall from over there. Any tips? Oh and as of now there is no webbing on that bolt so if anyone's been holding back from a webbing-tainted redpoint it's sending time for you! Thanks.
By Christopher Barlow
Jan 9, 2007
|I was on Vasodilator in mid-December and haven't return since due to the recent snows. At the time, there were draws in place on the whole thing, which is certainly convenient; however, the draws are in truly horrific shape. I've never been more certain that a quickdraw would break if I'd fallen on it. A few of the draws are in decent condition, some questionable, and some down right life-threatening. I recognize and adhere strongly to the rules about respecting others' in situ draws on routes, but, in this case, it seems irresponsible to leave these potential time bombs open to the public. As far as I know, the draws are still there (as of 1/8/07). I would vote to remove them as soon as the weather allows climbing in the canyon again. If you did at any point leave draws on the route, go get them and throw them away (maybe not the biners). If they're there later when it warms up, I might have to make an executive decision and get rid of them - they're more in the way and potentially dangerous than helpful. Imagine climbing Vasodilator with a string of small cams and RPs instead of bolts and you get the idea.
By Deathkills
From: North Denver CO
Aug 13, 2007
The draws that are hanging... are they new??? They look like it....
I am trying to make this my first 13a.... These aren't the draws from earlier this year??? I.e made it through winter???
By Ben Randolph
From: Boulder, CO
Oct 21, 2007
|The flake side pull between the 8th and 9th bolt gave way and is now gone. so instead of going out left you can mantle straight up from the clipping hold at the 8th to the clipping hold at the 9th. I don't think it changes the grade any. Happy sending.
By Ethan Plaut
Jul 31, 2010
|Shameless beta request . . . what's the "secret" to the egg moves? If someone doesn't mind sharing beta, I would truly appreciate a PM. I can get through it but "my way" feels way hard and just plain wrong. Amazing route with a lot of very cool movement.
By Alex Shainman
Nov 29, 2011
|Hadn't been on Vaso since '97 or so...and yes, I think a couple well used holds aren't there anymore. Speaking of loose holds, a big heads-up to any future suitors - in between the 5th and 6th bolts is a BIG timebomb ready to go! It's the last good rest before getting up into the scoop/shelf crux. You can right hand-jam and left wrist wrap the block to rest, clip the 6th, etc. It could cut your rope, take out your belayer, and definitely wipe out anyone lower in the gully like bowling pins. I'm not a huge proponent of glue, and I don't think it will work anyways. The block is 100% fractured entirely around (36"x12"x6"?) and will move if you try to rock it. We could pry the whole thing off, but I'm certain it will dramatically change the climb (but nature is not timeless anyways). Bolt it to the wall with a 10" bolt? Ha, isn't there some other climb in BoCan that has that?? Anyways, there you have it. Tread lightly and watch out!
By Area Dan
Jan 2, 2012
|I agree with Alex's post about the loose chunk of rock. It is really sketchy (just knock on it) and will probably come off sometime soon. I think trundling it will dramatically change the route and make it waaay harder. Trundling the rock is also really unsafe unless there are spotters below making sure no one is hiking anywhere nearby. I think bolting it to the wall is the best bet, but some Boulder Canyon chossaneers might have a better idea.
By Seth Finkelstein
From: Boulder, CO
Jan 2, 2012
I third the comments regarding the loose block, it's as sketchy as any block I've seen on a well-traveled route. It's definitely headed to the ground one way or another, might even happen with another freeze-thaw cycle. While it may change the route considerably when it comes off, I'm not convinced that it could be safely fixed to the wall by glue or bolt. It looks to me as though it's likely to head straight at the belayer if it gives way (the rope also diagonals directly across it).
I propose trundling as safely as possible. It would be nice to have some community weigh-in to reach a consensus on the matter.
Exercise caution if you do elect to climb on the route while it's still in place.
By slim
Jan 3, 2012
|One possible method might be to drill a bolt into the rock and attach a hanger, then basically lower it off with a rope. If Alex's size estimate is correct, it is probably around 250 lbs or so. If you cut this thing loose, it could pinball down the gully and then shoot down the hillside (maybe to the road, not a lot of trees to stop it).
By Richard M. Wright
From: Lakewood, CO
Jan 3, 2012
|Slim's answer to the loose block is most likely the best. We have used this process in other places where a trundle would cause considerable harm. 250 lbs is not an excessive load for a lowering belay from the top anchors. It has worked out best for us to redirect the ground belay through a one or two biner system that takes the load off the belayer and serves as 3:1 pulley system. One person climbs up and lowers to the block, places the bolt/hanger, and clips themselves off above the block and off the top anchor (in the unlikely event that it blows). A static line is best for lowering the block so that when it is pried off it will not generate the momentum that would arise from a lead line. The ground belayer then lowers the block using a Grigri.
By GregParker
From: Denver, CO
Apr 22, 2012
|I was up there yesterday (Sat., April 21), and think I left my jacket and maybe a long sleeve shirt as well. If anyone grabbed them, please send me a message. It would be greatly appreciated! Thanks.
By dyager
From: Fort Collins
Jan 17, 2013
rating: 5.13a 7c+ 29 IX+ 29 E6 6c
|What is the status of said "loose block"? I was up there this week (1.15.13) and didn't see anything remotely loose or sketchy on the entire route. Great route by the way!
By slim
Nov 1, 2013
|One of the key things for an epoxy/glue job is that the surfaces need to be clean. I think it would be pretty tough to get inside the crack and get it well cleaned(?).
By J. Albers
From: Colorado
Nov 1, 2013
Slim is exactly correct about gluing.
In general, if you want to glue something, you really need to get both bonding surfaces very clean or the glue job won't last and then you have made a real mess that is really hard to clean up. The best case scenario usually involves removing the piece of stone if possible so that you can get into all of the little crevices, etc. and thoroughly clean all of the surfaces. You then let everything dry well and only then do you apply the glue. If you have never done this, please don't make this your first attempt. Moreover, once this thing is off, the best thing to do would probably be to figure out whether not having the hold drastically changes the climb. If it does, well then you can go about reattaching the piece if need be.
If folks really think this needs to be dealt with, then perhaps some experienced volunteers will come forward to help figure this out. Until then, please don't go up there and squirt two tubes of glue into a dirty crack.
By Rui Ferreira
From: Longmont, CO
Oct 8, 2014
rating: 5.13a 7c+ 29 IX+ 29 E6 6c
"Would love to hear from someone who has been on the route both years back and recently to see if the block has gotten looser."
Yes, the block is loose compared to 2003, and to be honest, I do not even remember it being an issue back then. I suspect that if it comes off it might cause serious harm to the belayer and anyone else in the gully. Looking at the fall line, it would likely hit the ledges below the first bolt and either bounce across and/or break-up into more pieces.
Losing the block will result in a harder line. The block is used to initiate the second of three cruxes on the face, without the block I do not know what will be available for feet.
By Curt MacNeill
From: Boulder, CO
Nov 1, 2014
|I did this route years ago, and I did it again recently. It was, is, and always will be super classic. It may be the best route in the canyon at any grade. It's very sustained, super pumpy and has back to back cruxes on bullet hard stone. I agree, there are sneaky rests all over it. Don't be cheating and hanging a 4 foot runner from the top of the egg, taking that fun and airy whip is what makes the route! My first redpoint years ago I skipped that last bolt at the top of the crux and ran it out to the top. Big whip potential and nothing short of exciting... and to the loose block debate, this has been loose from the beginning. Nothing has come off or ever will come off, and the route has seen thousands of ascents. This route is probably one of the best in country at the grade. Do it and you will see....
By Mark Rolofson
Jan 24, 2015
I established this route in December 1993. It is still one of the best first ascents I've done. It don't remember leaving any loose rock on the route. I did pull off a huge, 5 foot block at the base of the climb. I was worried as the block crashed downhill, but it stopped long before the road in talus & boulders. The big concern about trundling here is making sure no one is walking up the hill. Pick a cold weekday, and rap in from above. Look to see if there are no cars in the parking lot. If you climb up the route and lower, then pull the rope up. Lower yourself. Move your belayer, gear, & dogs way up the gully above "Hypertension", because rock can explode when in hits the wall or ground.
The last time I was on the route was 2008. I can't believe how popular it's become. Unfortunately there aren't more routes like it in the canyon.
By Mike to the B
May 17, 2015
|Big thanks to whoever provided the draws/gear on Vaso! Just FYI - I removed and replaced a frayed dog bone and two worn carabiners (one at the crux bolt on the egg and one of the two anchors). If you want your gear back, PM me and we can meet up.
By Shaun Reed
From: Boulder, CO
May 18, 2015
rating: 5.13a 7c+ 29 IX+ 29 E6 6c
Just sent this on Saturday (May 16)! I have worked the route off and on for a couple years. Early on, I remember being able to wiggle the loose block when hang-dogging beside it, but it didn't wiggle when pulling down or hand-jamming to the right of it. This Saturday, I couldn't get it to wiggle at all. I didn't notice any glue or anything different about it. Maybe it's the time of year? Also, I think that removing the block could potentially make the route a bit easier, instead of harder, since it looks like it may result in a decent-sized scoop that may make for a better rest. Who knows. Either way, be mindful of the rock and your belayer below.
By rick s
Jul 18, 2015
|Got on this today for the first time, lots of wiggle on the big block. Felt like it was going to pull out, and I was being gentle. I think someone should go up and remove it. Would badly hurt the belayer if not kill them.
By Mark E Dixon
From: Sprezzatura, Someday
Sep 18, 2015
|I have no idea which block Paphs was wiggling. There is a block between bolts 5 and 6 (IIRC) that is cracked all the way around, but I couldn't make it move today.
By Nic Lazzareschi
Apr 4, 2016
|Just wondering if somebody could give me a little beta on the part right before the egg. I'm struggling! HALP!
By Phil Lauffen
From: The Bubble
Apr 7, 2016
Right hand on the sloping shelf right under the draw, work left with the left to the first gaston, get your feet up a little, bump your left hand to a shallow, gastonish-type feature with your fingers in the crack. Now, pop your right foot up on the crimp underneath your right hand (you can't miss it), and press up on your right foot, using that shitty intermediate with your right to go all the way to the base of that pebbly crack thing with your right (iron cross position here). Match it with your left, and use sidepulls on the right to work up to get into the undercling.
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By Dr. VARMENT
From: Boulder, Colorado
Feb 7, 2017
|Heads up. I pulled a dictionary-sized block out of the undercling (upper rest). It didn't change the difficulty, but more might crumble out.
By Ryan Wood
Jun 6, 2017
|I just went up and did some climbing on this route the other day and didn't notice any major loose blocks. I think I know which hold everyone is talking about after reading the comments, but when climbing, it didn't feel loose or dangerous. I was just wonder if any work was done to glue or secure that block in place since those comments were posted or if I just didn't notice how loose it was while climbing. I'd love to work this climb, but if that block is as dangerous as some people seem to think it is, I might avoid the route and find a new project. Thanks in advance for any feedback on the subject.
By Ryan Wood
Jun 6, 2017
|Also where do you guys normally belay from? Thanks again


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For a while now I've wanted to update this recipe for Roasted Carrots and Mushrooms with Thyme with a better photo, and when I got some lovely thin carrots at the market this week, it occurred to me that this would be perfect as a classic vegetable side dish for Thanksgiving dinner. If you're watching your carbs or sugar intake, you may think of carrots as being high in sugar, but adding the mushrooms to this combination makes the total dish much lower in carbs.
Roasted carrots are really tasty alone, but the mushrooms make this more elegant than just regular roasted carrots, and I'd serve this for a nice vegetable side dish, even for a holiday meal.
If you want to skip the photos below and watch a video instead, here is a video of how to make this recipe. See more recipe videos on My You Tube Channel.
Roasted Carrots and Mushrooms with Thyme
(Makes 3-4 servings, recipe created by Kalyn)
8-10 oz. carrots (I used 4 medium-sized organic carrots; you can use baby carrots, but whole carrots are more flavorful.)
8 oz sliced mushrooms (I buy the pre-washed kind, but wash if needed)
2 T extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp. dried thyme or 1 T chopped fresh thyme leaves
salt/pepper to taste
fresh chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Peel carrots if desired. Cut carrots on diagonal into slices about 1/4 - 3/8 inch thick. Toss carrots with 1 T olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper. Spread on large roasting pan (it should be big enough that the carrots are in a single layer). Roast carrots 15 minutes.
While carrots are roasting, wash mushrooms and spin dry or dry with paper towels. Slice mushrooms into even slices, slightly thicker than carrots. Using the same bowl as you tossed the carrots in, toss mushrooms with 1 T of olive oil.
Remove carrots from oven, stir, add mushrooms and roast 10-15 minutes more. Serve hot, sprinkled with fresh parsley if using.
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13 Steps to Catching a 13-pound Bass
ATHENS—Every year Toyota ShareLunker program coordinator Juan Martinez talks to anglers still excited and shaking from the experience of landing a 13-pound or bigger largemouth bass, and every year almost all the stories are the same: The person never expected to catch a bass that size and was unprepared to deal with it.
Take a hint from the Boy Scouts: Be Prepared. Follow these 13 steps to catching a 13-pound bass and you will be ready.
- Program the Toyota ShareLunker numbers into your cell phone NOW. Voice: (903) 681-0550. Pager: (888) 784-0600. Both are monitored 24 hours a day, 7 days a week during the season, which runs October 1 through April 30. Be sure to include your area code if leaving a message. (And by the way: There is no need to call either number in the middle of the night just to see if they are working. They are.)
- Check your tackle and respool with fresh line, preferably braided. Big bass tend to hang out in the nastiest cover they can find and are quick to wrap your line around a tree. Chances are you are going to have to pull them out by brute strength.
- If you do not have an oxygenation system installed in your livewell, get one. Instructions on how to do it yourself can be found at http://www.slideshare.net/raminlandfish/livewell-oxygen-injection-8773301. Oxygenation is especially important during warm weather and tournaments, when bass may be held for several hours.
- Don't have a livewell? You can use the information in step 3 to rig a large ice chest. Bass do not respond well to being dragged across a lake on a stringer. Remember that a 13-pound bass will probably be at least 24 inches long.
- Get a rubber net. These are much kinder to fish than nets with knotted construction. Abrasions make a fish more vulnerable to infections.
- Get a scale and check its accuracy using a known weight. (A five-pound sack of flour or sugar and a gallon of water in a plastic grocery bag should weigh about 13.5 pounds.) This can save much time and frustration trying to find a place to weigh a fish.
- Review the procedure for handling and caring for big bass at http://tpwd.texas.gov/spdest/visitorcenters/tffc/sharelunker/handle/.
- Know the locations of official ShareLunker weigh and holding stations (http://tpwd.texas.gov/spdest/visitorcenters/tffc/sharelunker/holding/). These places have certified scales for weighing your fish, a specially equipped tank for holding it, and personnel who have been trained by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department fisheries biologists on how to care for big bass. Taking your fish to one of these stations, if one is nearby, is perhaps the single most important thing you can do to insure its survival.
- Expect to catch a lunker. Many lunkers are caught by people who just went fishing and did not expect to hook a trophy bass, and they didn't have a net, or didn't fill their livewell, or didn't have a scale or know where to take a fish to have it weighed. Any time you fish in Texas, you have a chance to catch a 13-pound or bigger bass. Act like a Boy Scout. Expect the unexpected.
- Buy a fishing license and know the regulations for the body of water you fish. Some big bass have not been accepted into the ShareLunker program because they were not legally caught. The first thing the TPWD employee does when picking up a fish is check the condition of the fish. The second is to ask to see your fishing license. Have one.
- It's best to use a rubber net to land a fish, but if you must lip it, take care not to suspend the fish's weight from its jaw. This can break the jaw and make it impossible for the fish to feed. Grip the fish's mouth firmly with one hand and its tail with the other, and handle it as little as possible to avoid damaging its protective slime coat.
- Treat the fish with respect after catching it. Quickly take photos of yourself with the fish, and then leave it alone. Don't let others handle the fish and have their picture taken with it. It's your fish. You want it to live to go back into the lake. The process starts with you.
- Go fishing.
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Yankees set sights on Saturday for Mariano
TAMPA, Fla. -- Mariano Rivera is slated to return to the mound this weekend for his first game action since sustaining a season-ending knee injury last May.
"We're going to shoot for Saturday," Yankees manager Joe Girardi told the YES Network on Tuesday night. "We're not going to rush it. We have plenty of time."
Earlier, Girardi hinted that Rivera could make his debut against the Dominican Republic's World Baseball Classic entry on Wednesday. Rivera will not accompany the Yankees when they play the Cardinals and Marlins on Thursday and Friday in Jupiter.
Rivera threw a simulated inning on Sunday and said that he feels prepared to pitch in a game.
"I think that we are ready to do that," Rivera said.
Rivera hasn't pitched in a game since April 30 of last season, when he shut down the Orioles in a scoreless ninth inning at Yankee Stadium for career save No. 608. Rivera injured his right knee in a batting practice mishap on May 3 in Kansas City and underwent surgery in June.
"I'm waiting for 10 months, I can wait another few days," Rivera said on Sunday. "I just wait patiently. It will be exciting when I'm there, but I've been waiting for a long time, so no rush."
Additionally, Girardi added that Derek Jeter could play on Sunday, which would be the Yankees captain's first appearance in a game since he fractured his left ankle in Game 1 of the American League Championship Series.
Jeter said this week that he has yet to run the bases at maximum effort. The Yankees plan on using Jeter as a designated hitter when he does begin playing in Grapefruit League games, though they expect him to be ready to play shortstop by Opening Day.
"I've been more under the impression we take it day by day and see where he's at," Girardi said. "He's doing well. He's progressing the way we want, so we'll see where he is this week. We should know in the next few days if [Sunday is] a real possibility."
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A talk on Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma will be offered April 25 at Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center's Robert and Beverly Lewis Family Cancer Care Center, 1910 Royalty Drive.
Dr. Labib Hashimi, a medical oncologist and hematologist, will give the talk "Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: The Changing Landscape," according to a hospital statement.
The program is part of a partnership of the center and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, the statement said.
The talk will include topics such as what Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma is, how it develops, how it is diagnosed and what treatment options are available.
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A stabbing victim walked into a New York City McDonald's restaurant with a knife stuck in his back, before collapsing and receiving medical care.
The man was speaking on his mobile phone, apparently to family members, as he entered the restaurant, eyewitnesses told media. The incident was filmed by other restaurant goers.
"He was on the phone, I'm pretty sure he was on the phone talking to somebody in his family or a loved one or something, he was talking to them and telling them it might be the last time he's speaking to them," witness Tromaine Yancey told news channel CBS 2 local affiliate.
Customers in the Queens restaurant reportedly rushed to help the victim and prevent him from falling on the kitchen knife. The victim, who was apparently stabbed in retribution for an earlier incident, is in hospital in a serious condition.
This guy's definitely not lovin' it. Man stabbed in back at NYC Mcdonald's http://t.co/lUy4Ekc9Ao via @NYDNTinaMoore pic.twitter.com/p5pL0Lv2Ue — Zach Haberman (@ZHaberman)
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text: Kia Motors Brings World-Class Vehicles to the Chicago Auto Show February 8, 2014 09:00 AM Visitors Can Get Behind the Wheel to Experience the High-Tech Features in Kia's All-new Cadenza Premium Sedan as Well as Top-Sellers Such as the Sorento, Optima and Soul. "Experience the Next Level" ride-and-drive program lets show-goers take test drives in several of Kia's newest products. Interactive displays allow Chicago-area residents to take photos with virtual versions of Kia's recently slimmed-down hamsters and futuristic "Hotbots." Showcasing a lineup of six all-new or significantly redesigned vehicles, Kia Motors America (KMA) arrives at the 2014 Chicago International Auto Show with an impressive selection of vehicles that combine world-class design with cutting-edge technologies, premium amenities and outstanding value. Kia's current lineup is the result of the company's efforts to advance value to new levels of sophistication through quality products as epitomized by the Cadenza, Optima Hybrid, Sorento SXL, Optima SXL, and Soul Exclaim (!), which will be on display at the Chicago International Auto Show. Additionally, Kia's "Experience the Next Level" test drive program will allow show-goers to get in the driver's seat and become better acquainted with these award-winning vehicles. "The Kia brand continues to grow and mature, with a lineup of eye-catching vehicles that are fun-to-drive and appeal to sophisticated and style-conscious customers," said Michael Sprague, executive vice president of marketing & communications, KMA. "From our world-class designs to our racetrack-proven quality and durability, we are proud to invite Chicago-area residents to experience our newest and most innovative vehicles at the Chicago International Auto Show." Powerful and High-Tech 2014 Cadenza The 2014 Cadenza brings the Kia brand into the emerging space between mainstream and luxury with European-influenced styling and premium amenities and features never before seen on a Kia. The Cadenza features an all-aluminum 3.3 liter V6 GDI engine, Kia's most powerful to-date, which produces a 293hp. The Cadenza delivers the second generation UVO eServices infotainment and telematics system, an eight-inch high definition navigation display with backup camera and Sirius traffic, backup warning system , a 12-speaker, 550-watt Infinity® audio system with steering wheel mounted controls, Smart Key keyless entry, eight-way power adjustable driver's seat and Bluetooth® . Also optional are the Luxury and Technology Package upgrades, which include amenities such as an electronic parking brake, advanced smart cruise control and Nappa leather-trimmed seats. The advanced and luxurious 2014 Cadenza remains value-minded, offered at a starting MSRP of $35,100 for base, $38,100 for the Luxury Package; and $41,100 for the Technology and Luxury Packages. Stylish and Efficient 2013 Optima Hybrid The 2013 Optima Hybrid boasts an upgraded powertrain that produces improved performance, better fuel economy and even more trunk space. Kia's first U.S. hybrid puts out 199hp (combined) and 235 lb-ft of torque (combined) for an impressive 36 mpg city, 40 mpg highway and 38 mpg combined (base model). Inside, drivers and passengers enjoy the Optima Hybrid's eight-speaker Infinity® audio system, HD Radio™ and Kia's UVO voice-activated infotainment and communications system. Efficiency does not sacrifice value – the 2013 Optima Hybrid is offered at a starting MSRP of $25,900 for the LX trim and $31,950 for the fully-loaded EX. Refined and Sophisticated 2014 Sorento SXL The 2014 Sorento has been completely redesigned with an all-new chassis, a powerful new Gasoline Direct Injected (GDI) V6 engine, a substantially restyled interior, a next-generation infotainment system and blind spot detection system. Riding on an all-new platform and suspension system, the new Sorento contains improvements to the center stack, instrument clusters, second row sliding sunshades, a redesigned panoramic sunroof and interior dimension improvements creating greater second- and third- row space. The optional SXL trim boasts self-leveling Xenon HID head lights, exclusive 19-inch chrome wheels and sporty red painted brake calipers on the outside. Within, unique and luxurious Nappa leather trimmed seats, a heated, wood-trimmed steering wheel and heated rear seats are all standard. The U.S.-built* Sorento SXL is offered at a starting MSRP of $38,000 . Dynamic and Sporty 2014 Optima SXL The 2014 version of the ever-popular Optima – Kia's sales leader – arrives with updated front and rear fascias, accentuating the vehicle's dynamic and sporty proportions. The eye-catching sedan is available with two powerful Theta II powerplants featuring gasoline direct injection (GDI) technology: a 2.4-liter GDI four-cylinder or a 2.0-liter GDI turbo engine. A 2.4-liter hybrid powertrain is also available. The improvements continue within the cabin of the 2014 Optima, as drivers are greeted with more upscale and high-tech amenities. The optional SXL trim brings Optima to another level of sporty refinement, adding unique 18-inch chrome wheels, new LED fog lights, red brake calipers, an electronic parking brake, chrome accented side sills, and premium Nappa leather-trimmed seats. The Optima SXL is built at Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia, in West Point, Ga., and is offered at a starting MSRP of $38,000 . Fun and Funky 2014 Soul Exclaim (!) Kia's most iconic people mover has grown up without losing its edge, rolling in on a new chassis that is stiffer, longer and wider allowing for more passenger and cargo room while reducing NVH levels. Increased torque and significant suspension upgrades make the 2014 Soul a nimble and agile companion in congested urban environments. Included in the new instrument panel is an available eight-inch touch screen – the largest ever offered on Soul – which houses Kia's second-generation telematics and infotainment system, UVO eServices, combined with Kia's first use of the Android-based operating platform. Launching with Soul, UVO eServices is now compatible with the iPhone and Android Smartphone. The Exclaim (!) trim features 18-inch alloy wheels wrapped in 235/45R-18 tires, fog lights, body-color bumper "tusks," projector headlights, front LED positioning lights and rear LED "halo" lights. Open the door and standard amenities include a high-gloss piano-black center console, cooled glove box, leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear shift knob, 10-way power driver's seat with lumbar adjustment and auto-dimming rearview mirror. The Soul Exclaim (!) urban passenger vehicle is offered at a starting MSRP of $20,300 . Striking and Sleek 2014 Forte EX The Forte is back in 2014 with a completely redesigned look, boasting European-inspired design and even more premium features. The new Forte sits on a chassis that is lower and wider than its predecessor and offers more passenger room, more fun to drive performance, new cutting edge technology and several premium amenities. Kia's next-generation Google-powered UVO in-vehicle infotainment system with eServices is standard and can now be integrated with an optional navigation system. The EX trim boasts a more powerful 2.0L GDI powerplant and automatic transmission as well as remote keyless entry with trunk opener, rear camera back-up display, a sliding center armrest and a cooling glove box. The 2014 Forte EX is offered at a starting MSRP of $19,400 . Standard Kia Safety Features All of Kia Motors 2014 model year vehicles are equipped with a comprehensive suite of standard safety features. All trims come outfitted with driver and passenger advanced front airbags, front seat-mounted side airbags, first and second row side curtain airbags, side-impact door beams, height-adjustable front seatbelts with pre-tensioners, three-point seatbelts for all seating positions, Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). 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vinasp wrote:It is easy to disprove this interpretation by citing passages which say that the
arahant still has the five clinging aggregates. But one is allowed to choose which
teachings to follow and ignore others.
vinasp wrote: If there is a problem for this interpretation, it may be in the difficulty of
explaining how craving ceases while contact and feeling remain. The relationship
between feeling and craving is either strict causality or not.
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continue to 'exist'. So one must conceive these five things as mine in the future, in
the next moment, or the present 'self' will disappear.
"Whatever aggregate is past, future, or present; internal or external; blatant or subtle; common or sublime; far or near: That is called the aggregate.
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Most people probably don't recognize writer/director/producer Adam Green's name yet...though they probably know his work. The director, writer, and producer of some of the most frightening, intense and down-right scary horror films to hit theaters and home video - including Hatchet and Grace, it won't be long before everyone knows not only his work, but his name too should he keep making amazing films.
Green burst onto the horror film scene in 2006 with his "old school American horror" film Hatchet and has gone on to write, produce and direct a number of other intense and exciting titles, including the recently released and unrated Hatchet II.
For fans of intense thrillers, Green is a bit of a genius...and he only adds to the belief with the release of Frozen, available now on home video. While it may not feature the scream queens you're used to seeing, fancy CGI effects, or a fiendish monster or axe-murderer, Frozen features one of the most startling and truly frightening plot lines ever conceived.
Frozen is, at its heart, a survival horror story. Three friends, away for the weekend on a ski trip, try to get in one last run before Sunday's sunlight is gone. While on the ski lift (and due to some simple human mistakes), the trio get stranded on the lift halfway up the mountain. With the resort shut down for the week, temperatures dropping, and a pack of hungry wolves 50 feet below, this psychological roller coaster sets off at a furious pace that'll have viewers questioning the nature of friendship and what they would do were they in the same situation.
Written and directed by Green, this is a much more personal, mature and intense thriller than Hatchet. While this film's style is completely different than the slasher film Green has become known for, Frozen - like Hatchet - pulls no punches and constantly injects the audience with adrenaline, forcing that fight or flight feeling into each and every mind viewing.
The film's believability depends on the three main actors - Shawn Ashmore, Kevin Zegers and Emma Bell - who all deliver truly shocking performances which makes the film what it is. The trio of friends, through no fault of their own, are forced to confront one of the worst scenarios possible and, while it seems almost unlikely, documented cases of such events have been recorded. A full gambit of emotions are on display in Frozen - angst, fear, dread, anxiety, love, hate and betrayl - it's all here for us to witness, judge and ultimately debate over. Would I do that? Could I do that? What would I do? What would you do? All of these and more are questions you'll ask while you try to digest Frozen.
The DVD release features a solid Dolby 5.1 Surround Sound track and the picture is decent (though still standard definition). If you own a Blu-ray, I would highly recommend the hi-def version of this film (even though I personally haven't seen it).
As for special features, there is an interesting audio commentary with Green as well as the three main actors throughout the film. Each commenting on the plot and character development, production of the film, and more. Likewise, four featurettes are also included: "Catching Frostbite: The Origins of Frozen," which documents the development of the story and how Green and friends came up with the plot and screenplay; "Three Below Zero," "Shooting Through It," and "Beating the Mountain: Surviving Frozen" each expand on the production of the film, what went into filming on location, finding suitable filming locations, the freezing weather and cold that the crew and actors truly had to battle, what went into choosing the cast, and even a short section about filming with wolves.
I personally can't recommend Frozen enough. If you're a fan of psychological horror, survival horror, or just plain intense thrillers, you'll love Frozen. Likewise, thanks to a solid amount of behind-the-scenes featurettes, the DVD should satisfy your cravings with plenty to spare...
Frozen, rated R for some disturbing images and language, is available wherever fine home video is sold.
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The July issue of St. Louis At Home magazine features some of my summer-inspired recipes in a cover story about celebrating the Fourth of July at an old family farm in nearby Illinois. It was shot by the talented St. Louis photographer Steve Adams and the expert styling was by Julia Usher, a St. Louis food writer and pastry chef. I loved how it turned out – it was actually produced a few months ago, but Julie did such a great job with the props that it really felt like an old fashioned Midwestern Independence Day party.
This is a perfect potluck dish for summer entertaining – the recipe is simple to make and it's a crowd pleaser – who doesn't love fresh sweet corn?
Roasted Corn Salad with Tomatoes and Basil
1 pound fresh or frozen corn kernels
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon fine sea salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/3 cup prepared basil pesto
2 pints sliced cherry tomatoes
½ cup small fresh basil leaves
Combine corn, oil, salt, black pepper and cayenne on a large rimmed baking sheet. Roast in a 425 degree oven until golden brown, about 15 minutes, stirring once or twice.
Stir in pesto and tomatoes; season with salt and pepper if desired.
Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh basil.
Yield: about 10 side dish servings.


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You're not alone if you're concerned about the water you and your family drink. A survey by the Water Quality Association found that three-quarters of Americans don't believe their household water supply is as safe as it could be. In a recent USA Today/CNN/Gallup Poll, 47 percent of respondents reported they won't drink water straight from the tap.
Environmental problems have an enormous impact on water quality. Water runoff from industrial plants and farms, acid rain and other forms of pollution have tainted groundwater and surface water supplies in many areas of the world. Population growth, urban and suburban sprawl, and industrial and agricultural expansion continue to stress fresh water supplies.
Water contamination problems, epidemic in the developing world, also routinely occur in highly industrialized nations. In the last half dozen years, numerous cases have been recorded in the United States, affecting tens of millions of consumers in more than 1,000 communities.
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