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Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Ashes under the soles of our feet (Part 1)
Firstly, I don't think 'the wicked' is necessarily referring only to people or even spiritual forces who stand against us. Adverse circumstances which we hate - sickness, feeling hampered from moving forward into our personal mission, anything that causes us to feel downcast and unhappy, I can quite easily consider 'wicked.' Agents that cause it may be human, spiritual or a combination. Anything that takes away our joy can fit the description, for the joy of the Lord is our strength.
Secondly, whenever I am worn out, physically, mentally or spiritually, and take time to sit back and figure out why, I often discover I've been unconsciously thinking if I don't take certain actions, all will be lost! Hopes and dreams will gurgle down the plughole! Health will deteriorate. Children will go to seed and become undisciplined. I walk around feeling as if holding everything together depends on me. Imagine a person who sets their face, believing that they can walk into the heart of a cyclone with arms outstretched, attempting to ward it off single-handed. Or think of Atlas, walking forever hunched and bowed beneath the weight of the whole world. That describes my attitude at times.
It explains the ache in my shoulders and neck, trembling in my limbs, churning in my stomach and intense fatigue in my whole spirit. At times I am exhausted with a 'fighting' mentality I am not supposed to have. I know the Bible refers to Christians as 'mighty warriors' but that is in Christ, not in our own strength.
So I started to ponder the passage above from the Book of Malachi. We all know ashes collapse with the tiniest contact. We hardly need to touch them, let along pound, prod, bash and attack, as is our natural instinct. Not only do they immediately collapse but they disintegrate into such a fine, grey powder that nothing remains. They may appear to be deceptively solid. After a BBQ or camp fire has finished, we see rock-like structures in the cold embers retaining their shape, but when we touch them they disintegrate into fine ash. The solid appearance was merely an illusion.
So is this passage from Malachi telling us that the 'wickedness' we perceive in our lives, these problems may be the same? What an incredible feeling of release we should feel if this is true. How do we come to a place where we can laugh at daily problems that are a part of life and treat them as the ashes we are told they are?
That will be the subject of my next post (Part 2) Remember, I've resolved not to make my blog posts too long :D I'll catch you in a few days.
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Love it Paula. Love it. Love it. Love it.ReplyDelete
:) Nicole
Great post Paula! I love that thought that our 'enemies', like ash will disintegrate so easily when attacked with the Spirit of God. Awesome! Thanks. XXOOReplyDelete
I liked what you said about a "fighting mentality we're not meant to have". When I feel my troubles surrounding and creeping up as if to suffocate me I often forget that if only I was still, I'd sense God's perspective. And in God's perspective there is grace enough for each burden and the miracle of ashes in the hindsight.ReplyDelete
I was looking at the Caleb competition and wondered who this woman is who has been asked to judge our work? ... I like what I see. How right you are Paula, I see myself in what you said. May we endeavor to stay in that state of surrender to Him, that we may see the wicked things as they are ... ashes beneath our feet. CatherineReplyDelete
Hi Catherine,ReplyDelete
Thanks for your kind comment. I hope you will keep visiting this blog in the future. As for the Caleb competition, I was thrilled to be asked. How great to be asked to help other people by reading books rather than just doing it for my own benefit.
God Bless,


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I'm not going to divulge how many bags of 52teas tea arrived today. It will keep me happy for quite some while, which is sad, because it means I should resist the weekly teas for at least a month.
Anyhow, Hot Buttered Banana Bread is steeping in my pot. The scent of the dry tea is fabulous – most banana scents are overwhelming and cloying. This one is just right (Goldilocks would be pleased!). As it steeps, banana wafts up from the pot, with some nutty undertones. I haven't had a black tea from 52teas before, so I'm much looking forward to my first sip.
The black base has a maltiness along with an astringency to it that really compliments the sweet banana, and the, well, nutty walnut. I would not have thought to marry these flavours, and yet this so totally works, I'm really very happy I ordered this. This would make a perfect breakfast tea or morning break tea.
I don't know Frank, you're making me rethink my rating system and my previously stated preference for unadulterated oolongs.

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text: About time I made some more Summer Sausage. This is the recipe I will use this time around: 5lbs 85% Beef 4 TBS Salt 31/2 TSP Coarse Ground Black Pepper 1 TBS Sugar 1 3/4 TSP Cure #1 1/2 TSP Cayenne Pepper 1 TBS Crushed Red Pepper 1 TBS Mustard Seed 2 TSP Onion Powder 2 TSP Garlic Powder Mix on Wednwsday, smoke on Saturday with hickory and apple. Will post pics.


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Could someone define this for me please? Is it a cake? or is it a bread?
My version of Bill's Famous Coconut "Quick Bread"
Ingredients (for 1 loaf of 23x7cm)
Dry mixture
200g all-purpose flour
75g grounded flaxseed (if you don?t have this in hands, just omit it and replace by the same amount of flour, so in total of 275g flour)
150g dried coconut flakes
1 cup = 201g white granulated white sugar
2 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. cinnamon powder
Wet Mixture
2 eggs
300ml milk
1 tsp. vanilla extract
75g melted butter
Step 1: preheat your oven to 180 degree Celsius.
Line a 23x7x7cm baking tray with parchment paper.
Step 2: Now weight all the dry ingredients listed above into a big mixing bowl.
Mix well.
Step 3: Now weight all the wet ingredients in another bowl.
Mix well, too.
Step 4: Now slowly pour the wet mix into the dry mix bowl while constantly whisking using a hand whisk.
Continue whisking just until all ingredients combined and lump-free. Stop your whisking right away when you reach this stage. No more or your loaf will be dense. :( The finished batter does not look very pretty due to the flax seed brownness, but trust me, smell good, and taste soo good.
Step 5: Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Even it out by gently ?slamming? the pan against the kitchen counter a couple of times.
Step 6: Put the loaf on the lowest rack, in my case because my upper heat is stronger than my lower heat and this quick bread does take long to bake.
Step 7: Bake the loaf for approximately 50 minutes or more until the skew sticks inside the loaf coming out clear.
After 30 minutes, your kitchen will start to smell heavenly amazing. The combination of coconut, cinnamon and vanilla is irresistible.
If your loaf browned on the top too much while the inside is still not done, simply take the loaf out, cover the top with aluminum foil, and continue your baking until the skew test is achieved.
Step 8: When your loaf is done, let it sit on the counter for 20 minutes.
20 minutes are up. Now flip your loaf out of the pan.
Now slice this bad boy into whatever size you want, make yourself a cup of jasmine tea, and enjoy!
Serve warm, or serve cool, it is as good as it gets. One or two slices like these for breakfast and you are well prepared for a hard working day.
Detail instruction and pictures here: http://simplyafoodblog.wordpress.com/2012/05/19/rainy-day-baking-a-recipe-that-i-wanted-to-try-long-long-time-ago-my-version-of-bills-famous-coconut-quick-bread/


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Sanuk News: Man vs. Bear
For the past 4 years I have had the pleasure to work with Sanuk as a premier sponsor. They not only make the most comfortable sandals on earth but are one of the few surf companies branching into the outdoor industry. Recently they have started posting news updates on Facebook every friday that feature athletes, product, and basically pure fun. In this most recent episode the Sanuk Crew features some footage from Haymaker and Slippery When Wet, captured during our trip to Hawaii this year.
Huge thanks to Huckin' Huge for the footage and Nima Fadavi for the beat. Enjoy.
Can't get enough? Neither could I, if you got a hankerin' for some more Sanuk love, subscribe to there vimeo channel here so you can be up to date with all the happenings.
Hope everyone has been having a great week. Things are definitely getting chilly up here in NorCal and the snow is coming this weekend. Its the day before our final tour stop and I am super fired up to start the next film, Slippery When Wet. If your in the area come out to support the event, its bound to be an EPIC experience to say the least. Good people, good beer, and good times is the motto for the weekend.
Hope to see everyone in WEED, CA Saturday night!!!
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State Representative Candidate: James Johnson
If elected, James F. Johnson, the challenger for Iowa State Representative District 82, said he'll represent the values of rural southeast Iowans in Des Moines.
"I tell everybody, I'm not a politician, I'm just a common person who has worked hard and played by the rules," he said.
Johnson competed for House District 94 two years ago, where he lost by 76 votes. He planned to run only once, but after redistricting put him in the race with Hanson, he saw an opportunity for his platform to stand out.
"Hanson doesn't have the same values I have," he said. "I believe in small, limited government."
Johnson lives in rural Davis County on a small acreage, with his wife Marilyn, and has worked for the Davis County Secondary Roads Department for 25 years. He and his wife home schooled their three daughters who now live in nearby towns. In his free time, Johnson leads services at a nondenominational church in Pulaski.
Johnson said he's learned his constituents' concerns through door-to-door visits, holding meet and greets and attending parades, where he said he "gets there early and stays late."
"Our families are struggling, the economy is struggling," he said. "People believe we're taxed to death."
Lowering commercial property taxes and deregulating businesses are two ways in which Johnson said state representatives can help promote entrepreneurship.
"Iowa is really a difficult place to start a business," he said. "People think we can't reduce property taxes — We can't afford not to."
He didn't name specific ways he'd deregulate business, saying he'd rely on constituents to communicate their wishes.
"I'll see where businesses think we need to cut regulations," he said. "It's not the government's role to create jobs, but we can create an environment where people want to set up shop and start a small business."
Not only state regulations, but also escalating energy and food costs are hurting business, he said. Johnson said he's in favor of affordable energy, be it fossil fuel or renewable energy.
"I like the idea behind green energy," he said, "anything that would free us from buying fuel from countries who don't like us very well."
However, Johnson doesn't see renewable energy as issuing in a new industry of high tech jobs in Iowa as Hanson does.
"Hanson keeps saying smokestack jobs aren't coming back," he said. "I'm just not sure where these high tech jobs he's talking about would come from."
Johnson believes the federal government shouldn't be involved in Iowa's education system.
"Education is more of a states' rights issue," he said.
"We need to decentralize education."
National initiatives like No Child Left Behind concern Johnson, which he said takes a "one-size fits all, cookie cutter" approach to learning.
"We need to tell the government, 'Thanks, but no thanks,'" he said.
Because of his religious beliefs as a pastor, Johnson said he would take a stance on abortion and marriage.
"I would focus on the life issue," he said. "Because of my faith, I believe that life begins at conception."
Johnson disagrees with the Iowa Supreme Court's ruling making same-sex marriage legal in Iowa.
"I don't care what people think about same-sex marriage, what concerns me is how we allowed them [judges] to issue an opinion and call it law," he said.
Johnson said he'd represent his constituent's principles, not those of Republicans or Democrats. He said the people of southeast Iowa are tired of pettiness between parties.
"They feel both parties are no longer listening," he said. "The parties seem to want to bicker back and forth and jockey for power."
Without a background in politics, Johnson believes he's the candidate who will look at issues based on merit, not party lines.
"Common sense: that's what I plan on taking to Des Moines with me," he said.
While he admits to a difference in philosophy with many Democratic ideals, he said, "A good bill is a good bill regardless of who brings it up."


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The Port of Houston Authority announced that Elyse Lanier has been re-appointed to serve as a member of the Port Commission, its governing body. The vote on October 12 by the Harris County Commissioners Court was unanimous. Commissioner Lanier was initially appointed to the Port Commission in February 2006. Port Commissioners serve two-year terms without pay. "Elyse Lanier is a prime example of the kind of people that make Houston and Harris County such a wonderful place to live and work," said Harris County Judge Ed Emmett. "Elyse has dedicated her entire lifetime to her community, through her ties to the Texas Medical Center, her service as Houston's first lady, and now through the amazing energy she brings to the Port of Houston Authority. We're all very pleased she has agreed to serve another term as Port Commissioner."
"Elyse Lanier's commitment to our community is a proven asset to her work as a Port Commissioner," said Sylvia Garcia, Harris County Commissioner, Precinct 2. "Her dedication to providing a great quality of life for all Harris County residents shows through in her work to ensure that the Port of Houston is not only a good business partner, but a good neighbor as well."
"We look forward to continuing our work with Commissioner Lanier," said Port Commission Chairman James T. Edmonds. "She is an energetic and dedicated supporter who has helped spread the word that Houston's port is a key driver for the economic vitality of our region."


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October 15, 2009
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Wednesday, October 14, 2009
cycle #18
Damn. That's a long time.
My u/s and pelvic exam are on Friday morning at 7:45. As Joey said, "Dr. T is very brave for wanting to do a pelvic exam on you on the third day of your cycle."
Edit: I almost forgot.
Joey got a new job yesterday! He'll be working at a bank doing customer service/teller duties. Do you know what this means? Normal hours. I've been with my husband for six years, and I've never known what it's like to have him home every night of the week.
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- To A T said...
I can remember hitting the 18 month mark and it sucked :( (((HUGS))) girl!!
Congrats to Joey on the new job!! :) That's so exciting!!
- October 14, 2009 at 12:09 PM
- the wright day said...
I hated 18 months and I feel like I'm going to have a HUGE pity party on 24 months in November. It sucks!
But that's great Joey has that new job. When Tim & I first met he worked all the time, but since the recession hit he hasn't had the overtime like he used to. I miss the extra money, but there's just something to be said for having your man home with you at night. It's such a great feeling!
- October 14, 2009 at 12:38 PM
- Katie said...
YAY for u/s and exam on Friday!
YAY for Joey's new job!
WOW to your hubby for being brave enough to say that to you, LOL! :-)
BOO to 18 months!
- October 14, 2009 at 1:36 PM
- 2catdaughters said...
Ugh to hitting the 18 month mark but YAY to scheduling all of your testing and to Joey's new job!!
- October 14, 2009 at 2:29 PM
- JC said...
I know what you mean, next month will be 2 yrs...AHHHHHHH!!! That's funny what your hubby said about the pelvic exam and u/s, lol! I hope you see good things and get good results. Yay for your hubby's job!
- October 14, 2009 at 5:04 PM
- ifcrossroads said...
OOOH. The 18 month mark. I'm right there with 'ya girl. The feeling of dread is palpable.
Congrats on getting a hubby with normal hours ... that IS exciting!
- October 17, 2009 at 2:13 PM


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Family Medicine is located at 3901 Rainbow Boulevard, Kansas City, KS 66160. The clinic is on the first floor of the University of Kansas Physicians Medical Office Building, located on the northwest corner of Olathe Boulevard & Cambridge Street in Kansas City, Kansas. The Medical Office Building is the large blue glass building on Cambridge Street. Handicapped Parking and Patient Loading /Unloading Zones are located in the circle drive at the corner of Olathe Boulevard and Cambridge. The parking fee is $3.00 with validation from the Department of Family Medicine.
Medical Office Building
From I-35
From the Richard and Annette Bloch Cancer Care Pavilion in Westwood
From The University of Kansas Hospital Imaging Center-West Plaza
For driving directions, call 913.588.5555.
The new Olathe II Parking Facility is open to patients and visitors. It's conveniently connected by skywalk to the Medical Office Building.
We also offer assisted valet parking at the hospital's main entrance.Valet hours are 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday.There is a $3.00 parking charge for both valet and Olathe II parking with validation. Bring your ticket into the Medical Office Building with you. When your appointment or visit is finished, get your ticket validated at any information desk.


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Alliance News Digest
Week of 10 December 2010
Merlin opens new treatment centre in Haitian capital - Merlin, UK – (12/08)
This constitutes a major step in Merlin's ongoing response to the recent outbreak of cholera in the country.
A Human Rights-Based Approach to Programming – UNFPA – (12/09)
Step-by-step guidance to apply in each of UNFPA's three core areas of work: population and development, reproductive health, and gender
Brazilian public health community is mourning Izabel dos Santos – HRH Journal - (12/1)
She became a symbol of the effort to scale-up health middle-level personnel education programmes in Brazil and Latin America
Jobless population still haunts Uganda - Daily Monitor, Uganda – (12/06)
From a quarter to almost half of the graduate nationals of poor countries like Uganda, Kenya, Mozambique, and Ghana live abroad, World Bank study says
Low morale erodes public health gains - The Zimbabwean – (12/03)
The main problem is now with the attitude of hospital staff to their work, due to poor salaries
Exporting Nurses as Prescription for Sick Economy - Addis Neger, Ethiopia – (12/06)
According to the latest World Bank report, 26.4 and 29.7 percent of physicians and nurses trained, have fled their homes and toil for other nations.
Malawi: 'Despite positive strides, Malawi health sector still teetering' - Afrique en ligne – (12/07)
Malawi still has a long way to go to reach the World Health Organisation (WHO)-recommended doctor/nurse-patient ratio
Le personnel médical dresse l'état des lieux - Le Matin, Maroc – (12/08)
Infirmiers et autre personnel médical donnent leurs versions des faits sur les hôpitaux publics
Doctors need to improve healthcare - Times of India – (12/03)
Doctors need to attain skill development like entrepreneurs to improve patient safety and quality of healthcare, experts said
Beijing strives to improve health care for foreigners - Xinhua, China – (12/03)
Many foreigners choose to go back to their homelands or to other countries for medical treatment.
New call to cut hours as junior medic collapses - The Standard, Hong Kong – (12/06)
"Most doctors work consecutively for more than 24 hours at least once a week", former president of the Public Doctors' Association says
MD course in family medicine on the cards - Indian Express – (12/07)
None of the medical colleges of the country have an MD course in Family Medicine, though DNB and Diploma in the specialty exist.
Cuba to overhaul health care, export more doctors - Inquirer.net, Philippines – (12/06)
Medical services will be free for poor countries but will be sold to countries able to afford them
Escalating medical costs not due to doctors' fees - Malasyakini– (12/08)
Hospital fees have remained unregulated and have been going up without much scrutiny and checks and balances
Legarda seeks inquiry into concerns of nurses and their profession - Philippine Information Agency – (12/08)
The problems faced by the country's health professionals reflect a failure on the part of government to promote the people's right to health.
Post-grad training a challenge for doctors - The Sydney Morning Herald – (12/09)
In 2009 there were 2380 medical graduates in Australia and only 2243 intern places
Cholera rages in rural Haiti, overwhelming clinics – The Washington Post – (12/03)
Rural clinics could barely handle their needs before the epidemic
Survey Shows Americans Trust Their Doctors – WebMD – (12/03)
Most in U.S. don't feel they need to get a second opinion
Web site helps rural cancer doctors - United Press International – (12/07)l
Rural physicians may have difficulty attending national medical conferences or keeping up with important oncology literature, rechearsers say
Senate puts off cut in Medicare pay for doctors - The Washington Post – (12/08)
The deal was approved by Senate leaders of both parties
Nursing and Health Care Reform - Aol Health – (12/02)
Expanding nurses' role in public policy will be important to the future of nursing and the health of our nation
Needed: Alaska health care workers - The Alaska Journal of Commerce – (12/03)
According to statistics, increased demand for health care services over the next 10 years will require Alaska to grow its health care workforce by 28 percent
Obama Health Plan May Entice Canadian Doctors to Move South: Chart of Day - Bloomberg – (12/03)
With stretched resources at home and Obama's health- care law, the risk is that doctors again decide to leave to US, expert says
Paradox: more MDs than ever, but millions still don't have a regular doctor - The Globe and Mail, CA – (12/02)
Despite improvements, Canada still has one of the lowest number of doctors per capita among developed countries.
Mandatory job shadowing aims to ease MD crunch - Calgary Herald – (12/02)
Local medical students are being sent through a mandatory job shadowing program in an effort to boost the number of family doctors
A new epoch for health professionals' education - The Lancet, UK – (12/04)
After a century of rapid progress, consolidation, but more recent ossification, health professionals' education is poised once again to enter a new epoch of transformation.
Health professionals for the 21st century: a students' view - The Lancet, UK – (12/02)
Students can play a vital role in implementing the recommendations of the report
52,000 left to wait over nine weeks for hospital appointment – Belfast Telegraph – (12/03)
Health minister Michael McGimpsey had promised to crack down on the delays
Acutely ill patients more likely to die at weekends due to lack of consultants - The Guardian, UK – (12/02)
Survey by the Royal College of Physicians finds that three quarters of hospitals have no specialist cover at weekends
International health organisations and recruitment of health workers - The Lancet, UK – (12/04)
International organisations provide what public health systems often neglect—good working conditions, on-time salaries, and recognition
Putin orders review of doctors' salaries – Ria Novosti, Russia – (12/02)
Doctor's are among the worst paid professionals in Russia
How far should the private and public systems partner in Romanian healthcare ? - The Diplomat, Bucharest – (12/05)
Relationships between public and private system in Romanian healthcare were under fierce debate at a high-level conference in Bucharest
Nicolas Sarkozy veut réformer la médecine de proximité - Le Monde – (12/01)
L'objectif avancé est de remédier au "désert médical" constaté dans certaines zones de France
NHS could hit breaking point in next few years, warns doctors' group - The Guardian, UK – (12/09)
NHS is under stress, especially in specialities caring for very sick patients.
Maternity services improve overall though postnatal care could be better, survey shows - British Medical Journal – (12/03)
The survey showed concerns over the support and care received by women during labour, birth, and particularly the postnatal period
Cómo detener corriente migratoria de médicos y enfermeros - La República, Uruguay – (12/01)
Comenzó el III Encuentro Iberoamericano de Migración de Profesionales de la Salud
Migración de médicos ha descendido, dice el MSP - El País, Uruguay – (12/05)
Se registran menos solicitudes de reválidas para ser presentadas en el exterior; el principal destino es España
Médicos realizan su labor en medio de profundas carencias - ABC, Paraguay – (12/03)
Hay cinco médicos por cada 10.000 habitantes, cuando la OPS dice que lo mínimo debe ser 10 médicos por 10.000 habitantes
Denunciaron falta de insumos en el sistema de salud pública - Diario Uno, Argentina – (12/03)
Los gremios de profesionales de la salud denunciaron las carencias de insumos básicos para hospitales y centros de salud, con serias consecuencias para los pacientes.
Llegan a Nicaragua médicos recién graduados en Cuba - Prensa Latina, Cuba – (12/09)
Con la llegada de los nuevos galenos son ahora 35 los graduados este año en Cuba, donde permanecen decenas de jóvenes en la Escuela Latinoamericana de Medicina.
Push-pull factors of nursing crisis - The Gleaner, Jamaica – (12/07)
Low pay, poor career prospects, and lack of education opportunities are among the reasons nurses resign


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The Augusta RiverHawks face a familiar foe tonight at 7:35 p.m. when they play host to the Columbus Cottonmouths. The RiverHawks defeated the Cottonmouths 4-2 the previous Saturday when goalie Robert Moss held Columbus scoreless in the first and third periods. The RiverHawks held onto a one-goal lead for much of the final period.
The significance of that win was the fact that Columbus has been one of the stingiest teams in giving up goals this season. The Cottonmouths are currently second in the SPHL in goals allowed with 68 (compared to Augusta's 90, while Augusta has played two more games). That amounts to 2.62 goals allowed per game for Columbus, which ranks third in the league.
The Cottonmouths' leading goalie, Andrew Loewen, has a rate of 2.21 goals allowed per game with a .932 save percentage, both ranking second in the league. The RiverHawks faced Ian Vigier this past Saturday, who has a 2.57 goals allowed per game rate, which ranks fifth, and .917 save percentage, which ranks seventh.
Similar to the RiverHawks, the Cottonmouths don't rank in the upper half in goals scored, relying more on goal prevention. Columbus is just ahead of Augusta in goals scored per game at 2.69. The leading goal scorer is Jordan Braid with 12.
The RiverHawks will play host to a more unfamiliar opponent Saturday as the Mississippi RiverKings visit. The RiverKings are fifth in the league with 30 points, sporting a 13-13-4 record. They have lost four of their past five games entering the weekend, including a 1-0 loss to Louisiana on Tuesday.
The RiverKings are nearly the opposite of the Cottonmouths in goal prevention, sitting in last in goals allowed per game at 3.33. Goalies Matthew Krahn and David Wilson are outside the top 10 in major goal prevention categories, with Krahn leading the two at 2.93 goals allowed per game.
Despite their struggles with goal prevention, the RiverKings have four players with 11 or more goals scored. Todd Hosmer and Ian Finnerty lead the team with 12 each.
While anything can happen in the span of a single game, the numbers say the RiverHawks might have to switch up the gameplan between tonight and Saturday. Columbus thrives off goal prevention, while Mississippi gets the majority of its wins on offense.
"When we play simple hockey, we can score goals," RiverHawks interim coach Mark Richards said. "We have guys capable of scoring. When we try to play cute, we get thrown off our entire gameplan of what we're trying to do. "It's detrimental to winning games. We need to play according to our systems and format."


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Police seized illicit drugs inside the Los Angeles home of Tom Sizemore, who is currently on probation for previous scuffles with the law, the actor's attorney has confirmed to the New York Post.
In a raid on Nov. 24, the paper says, authorities discovered small amounts of crystal methamphetamine in Sizemore's bedroom and heroin in a woman's purse in his car, according to defense and prosecution attorneys.
Sizemore's probation stems from his 2003 conviction for abusing his two ex-girlfriends, onetime "Hollywood Madam" Heidi Fleiss and Brooke Ford. He was sentenced to six months in jail and ordered to complete a residential drug rehab program for an admitted addiction to crystal meth.
Sizemore, 43, was said to be in tears on Monday when he faced the judge and declared he was working hard to get sober. His attorney, Mike Rovell, said the Black Hawk Down and Saving Private Ryan actor was in a drug rehab retreat when the Thanksgiving week raid took place.
Sizemore's manager, Bob De Brino, is quoted in the Post as saying: "All he wants to do is move on with his life and make movies."


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How to add a software installer as a prerequisites software in the Visual Studio Installer Setup Project?
Hi Developers,
I am facing a strange question while setup my program exe in VS2010.
My program need others program to support it for some additional function, so when i create a Setup Project in VS2010, can i add the third party exe as my prerequisites to prevent the user never or forget to install the necessary software ?
The steps in my mind:
Create new Setup project => Install (third party software)programX.exe => (then) Install MyProject.exe
Thanks you guys in advanced for all the helps.
Best Regards,
All replies
Hi Cor Ligthert,
Thanks for your reply.
How if the question change to : How to add a VB.net setup exe without the the solution and project files, it just only have the msi and setup into Visual Studio Installer setup? That mean an setup exe embedded in another setup exe for prerequisites installation.
Is it have the guide or solution for the problem?
Thanks and regards,
- Edited by Zong_Zofz Friday, September 28, 2012 8:33 AM
Than let us make it simple, the only thing you need is the Exe file, you can in fact copy and past it and it will run as long as the right framework is on the destination computer.
- Proposed as answer by Mark Liu-lxfModerator Monday, October 01, 2012 2:18 AM
- Unproposed as answer by Zong_Zofz Wednesday, October 03, 2012 9:48 AM
Hi Zong_Zofz,
Welcome to the MSDN forum.
If you are looking for the one as Cor showed, you can simply get it by bulid your application (by right click the [applicationname] in Solution Explorer Windows-> Build). You will find a exe file in your debug or release folder belongs to Bin folder in your project folder.
Hope this helps.
Mark Liu-lxf [MSFT]
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- Edited by Mark Liu-lxfModerator Monday, October 01, 2012 2:31 AM


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The Pike County Economic Development Corporation says a state agency recently declared the tract as site Certified Silver.
The city will spend $9 million to build a new trailhead to connect Muncie's White River recreational trail to the state's 62-mile Cardinal Greenway.
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new wireless health and IT systems come together with life sciences innovation and the popularization of healthy food, fitness, and lifestyles. "San Diego probably has a more concentrated set of these resources than any other place of any size in the world," McCray says.
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—Curating for outcomes. Establishing the safety and efficacy of healthcare innovation usually is slow and expensive, and delays the timely introduction of useful products. New connected healthcare tools and adaptive methods for clinical studies offer a way to break through traditional methods of validation. The speakers include Xconomist Leroy Hood, president and co-founder of the Institute for Systems Biology in Seattle.
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Improving lifestyles and behavior can reduce the demand on healthcare services. Engaging consumers in new digital healthcare devices and connected health programs can help drive personal health improvements.
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The Edmonton Eskimos have acquired defensive halfback Jason Goss in a five-player deal with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.
Needing help to fix his ailing secondary, Danny Maciocia, coach and director of football operations, landed Goss without surrendering anyone from his starting roster.
"I think he is one of the top defensive backs in the CFL," said Maciocia of the third-year CFLer.
"He has eight picks already in his CFL career and four for touchdowns, so he knows how to make a big play when he does pick off the ball."
In exchange for Goss, the Esks gave up reserve receiver Richard Alston, Laval's Nicolas Bisaillon, a second-round draft pick (originally from Toronto) and the rights to quarterback Timmy Chang.
"I don't think some of those players we gave up would have played for us, with the exception of the draft pick," continued Maciocia.
Set to be a free agent at the end of 2007, the 27-year-old import has signed with the Eskimos for the next three years.
"We wanted to make sure he was going to be in Edmonton for a few years because clearly we had to give up some players to get him," Maciocia said.
Goss wanted out of Hamilton. Meanwhile, Edmonton's secondary is still haunted by Milt Stegall's infamous 100-yard touchdown last year. Sick of losing seasons in Hamilton and wanting to be closer to his ailing father in Texas, Goss wanted a trade to a team in the West Division.
"Actually, Edmonton was the team I wanted to go to," said Goss. "It feels great. I have pretty much a new beginning."
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Poor outcomes of chronic active Epstein-Barr virus infection and hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis in non-Japanese adult patients
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Chronic active Epstein-Barr virus infection manifests as a combination of persistent infectious mononucleosis-like symptoms and high viral load in apparently immunocompetent patients. It is closely related to Epstein-Barr virus-associated hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis. These 2 abnormal Epstein-Barr virus-associated diseases are seldom reported in individuals other than Japanese children and adolescents. We report a series of 2 adult non-Japanese patients with fatal chronic active Epstein-Barr virus and 1 adult non-Japanese patient with Epstein-Barr virus hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis and discuss its pathogenesis and treatment options.
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Home Prices, Sales Continue to Rise Despite Rate Increase
WASHINGTON - Is there going to be an end any time soon to the continuing rising spiral in home prices and sales? Maybe not, at least judging by recently released data from the National Association of RealtorsT. Newly released data by the NAR for the 2Q2005 shows the majority of metropolitan areas in the U.S. experienced what the association described as "historically strong" annual increases in median existing home prices. The 2Q2005 report which covered changes in 149 metropolitan statistical areas, showed 94 of them saw increases above the U.S. historic average of 6.4%. Sixty-seven areas had double-digit annual median home price increases; seven areas had "moderate" price declines and none of these had previously reported rapid price gains. The national median existing single-family home price was $208,500 for 2Q2005, up 13.6% from the 2Q2004 when the median price was $183,500. According to NAR, since 1968, prices generally have risen one to two percentage points faster than the overall rate of inflation. Regionally, NAR says the strong price increase was in the West - the median existing single-family home price rose 19.5% over last year to $312,600 in the second quarter. This was particularly the case in the Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale MSA, followed by Reno-Sparks, Nev., the Tucson area, and Honolulu. Home price trends in the rest of the country mirrored what NAR sees happening in the West. In the Northeast, the median resale price during the second quarter was up 13.1% from the second quarter 2004. The strongest increase reported in the region was in the Atlantic City area - up 25.7% from the 2Q2004. In the Midwest, the second-quarter median existing-home price rose 12.1% from the same period in 2004, and in the South the typical existing home price was up 5.7% from a year earlier. Interestingly, neither price increases nor recent interest rate hikes by the Fed have dampened consumers' appetite for buying homes. According to NAR, total existing home sales - including single family and condos - were at the highest pace on record in the 2Q 2005. While 2Q2005 data for credit unions was not available at press time, first quarter data showed the number of first mortgage originations for CUs was down 10.8% for the same period in 2004 - 86,735 and 97,263, respectively. In terms of dollar volume however, first mortgage originations for 1Q2005 was up slightly compared to 1Q2004 - $11,922,509,938 and $11,641,040,657, respectively. Callahan & Associates Industry Analyst Tom Geggel was not concerned about the decline in credit unions' mortgage origination numbers. Referring to the findings of the Federal Reserve Board's July 2005 Senior Loan Officer Opinion Survey on Bank Lending Practices, Geggel said, "According to a recently released survey of senior loan officers by the Federal Reserve, there has been an increase in interest-only and alternative mortgage products - up from 5% of residential originations in July 2004 to 25% in July 2005. Credit unions are not accepting these high-risk mortgages at the same rate as some of their bank counterparts. "With median home prices rising 13.6% nationally over the past year, many credit union members cannot afford the higher monthly payments required with escalating house prices. So while credit union originations might be lower, banks have loosened their underwriting standards to maintain origination volumes after the recent refinance boom." The findings of the Fed's survey that are based on the responses of 55% of domestic banks, in fact confirmed what many mortgage experts have known for awhile, that an increasing number of lenders are funding more non-traditional mortgages. The survey addressed changes in the supply of and demand for bank loans to businesses and households over the past three months. The survey also queried banks about recent originations of nontraditional mortgage products. Among the survey's findings, more than half of the respondents indicated their share of interest-only and other non-traditional mortgages had been higher over the past 12 months than over the previous 12 months. Also nearly a third reported that nontraditional mortgage loans accounted for 16-50% of their dollar volume of residential mortgages. In addition, "a large majority" of respondents reported that their bank had securitized less than a quarter of non-traditional mortgages originated over the past year. A majority of the banks also indicated they were less likely to securitize nontraditional mortgage products than traditional ones. The second quarter 2005 survey was the first time the Fed included a set of special questions on nontraditional mortgage products in the quarterly survey. "The fact that more banks are offering riskier mortgage loans and are easing their securitization standards is allowing more mortgage originations to go through their pipeline," opined Geggel. -


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If there is one word Dwane Casey will not have associated with his team this season, it's the word 'soft.'
Or any variation of that word.
In Casey's world, a soft team is a team that is not playing well defensively, and Casey already saw that team last season. He is determined never to see that again.
"We're adding more players to do that now," Casey said. "We're adding Tyler (Hansbrough). We're going in with a defensive mentality that we did in Year 1 ( two years ago) .
"We have to have people thinking: 'Ah, man, I don't want to go play Toronto tonight' and do it legally without having a lot of fouls, but do it physically in a legal way. I thought we accomplished that in Year 1 and I thought last year we took a step back. Now we have to get back to our core."
But Psycho-T alone isn't going to get the job done and Casey is well aware of that.
"Tyler does it, Quincy (Acy) does it, Amir (Johnson) does it, JV (Jonas Valanciunas) is going to be a year better at it," Casey said of playing tough defence that makes an opponent know you're there in the most direct terms. "That's going to be our focus from Day 1, back to a defensive identity. And it's going to be laid out. If you don't play defence you are not going to play. You can't. We can't win without a defensive mentality."
But clearly the search isn't over and the next week and a bit here might just provide an addition or two in that regard.
An interesting player in that regard that is currently wearing the Raptors uniform in Vegas is 6-foot-8 forward Trevor Mbakwe.
Mbakwe was a standout for the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers and went into the draft expecting to hear his name called at some point.
But like many in the same position, Mbakwe didn't get his wish, and now he's here basically showcasing his game for any and all interested parties.
The Raptors aren't about to tip their hand one way or the other but there is no denying Mbakwe's skill set is exactly the type of player who would fit Toronto's needs.
Mbakwe is a tenacious rebounder with a penchant for doing whatever it takes or put another way, he doesn't shy away from the rough stuff. He often gets compared to Reggie Evans in the way he goes about his work. It's an even better comparison now that, like Evans, he has gone undrafted and will have to work his way into the league the hard way.
"I'm one of those guys who likes to do the dirty work, just do what it takes to win games," Mbakwe said. "Rebound, defend, block shots and play tough defence. There's a lot that goes into it. Unfortunately I didn't get drafted but I think I can still come out here and show teams that I can help them in that department."
Mbakwe smiles when it's pointed out that his talents on a basketball court are exactly what the Raptors would put in a help wanted ad were they so inclined to advertise their needs.
"Yeah, I see they just signed Hansbrough and you hear they are trying to build an organization that has that toughness. I definitely feel I could help this team, but if not, there's an opportunity here to get to somebody's training camp."
It certainly can't hurt Mbakwe's chances that he's got support in the form of Minnesota coach Vince Taylor who just happens to be a former member of Casey's coaching staff when he was in Minnesota and still a good friend.
When you're looking for work, every little angle can help.
"I definitely heard lots of great things about Toronto and hopefully I get the opportunity," Mbakwe said.
This could very well be a case of two parties equally needing each other.
What Casey knows is the more toughness and defensively responsible players he can bring in, the better it's going to be. He needs a to get that defensive identity back.
"If we don't we're going to be like we were last year," he said. " Not real good offensively or defensively."
There is not a whole lot in the way of big draft picks playing in the Vegas Summer League this time around.
In fact, only five of the 14 lottery picks will play here while the Orlando circuit, which is the smaller of the two leagues and finished up on Thursday, had six of the top 14.
Four of the five that are here, though, were in action on Saturday.
Bobcats' Cody Zeller had a mediocre start to his Summer League, going 4-for-9 from the field for eight points and five rebounds in a 69-67 win over the San Antonio Spurs entry.
Others in action included No. 3 overall Otto Porter of the Washington Wizards, No. 7 overall Ben McLemore of the Sacramento Kings, No. 10 C.J. McCollum of the Portland Trailblazers and Minnesota Timberwolves' No. 14 selection Shabazz Muhammad.
The Raptors' first opponent in summer league play was the Miami Heat and the roster included a familiar name for Toronto basketball fans.
Canadian Myck Kabongo hasn't had the best of times of late, but he's here with the Heat looking to catch on.
Kabongo came straight from Orlando's summer league, where he got into three games and averaged just over 16 minutes and 1.7 points a game. His June didn't go so well either. He went undrafted before agreeing to join the Heat's summer team.
It wasn't the start Kabongo had hoped for in Orlando but he'll have another chance in Vegas.
The irony of the situation is that there is at least a better chance of NBA employment in Toronto, assuming there is interest on the Raptors' part, as they have two point guards, one without a day of NBA experience and are looking for a third one, presumably on the cheap. In Miami, Mario Chalmers and Norris Cole already reside limiting any chances Kabongo would have.
Eventful day for Kings' draft pick McLemore. Prior to some summer league action, he signed his first NBA contract. Then, on the court, he went down midway through the first half and wound up with Terrico White landing heavily directly on his left knee.
McLemore limped off the court but did return before the half ended, though he probably wished he hadn't, shooting 4-for-23 for the afternoon.
The Timberwolves got a first look at their 14th overall selection (obtained from Utah in a draft night trade) in Muhammad. The former UCLA newsmaker played just over 19 minutes and, while it took him a while to remember what it was like to actually pass the basketball, he did turn heads when he finally did give one up on a nice inside feed for a basket. Muhammad finished with five points in just over 19 minutes.
Devoe Joseph, the lone Canadian on the Raptors Summer League roster had to be feeling a little of the pressure after the game that his older brother did on Friday night.
Cory Joseph, here for a second summer league with the Spurs, had 19 points, including the game-winner, with four seconds remaining in their opener.
Devoe got his first crack later Saturday night as the Raps took on Miami.
The two will go head-to-head for the first time since a high school all-star game when the Raptors and Spurs match up tonight.


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Bourjos battling to break into crowded outfield
Bourjos battling to break into crowded outfield
Angels manager Mike Scioscia said Saturday that the speedy center fielder would rejoin the lineup for the series finale against the Blue Jays, but he ultimately went with Vernon Wells, Mike Trout and Mark Trumbo in his outfield -- a trio that combined to reach base eight times in the previous night's 6-2 win.
Bourjos, Scioscia said, should play plenty in Minnesota, where the Angels would benefit from his defense in Target Field's expansive outfield. But nonetheless, it's becoming increasingly difficult to get Bourjos in there.
"We're going to get Peter in the lineup," Scioscia continued to stress. "This week, there were some things that we were looking at. We didn't get Peter in as much as we want, but we're going to get him in there. He's got to play to contribute, and he will."
Bourjos, seemingly left without even a semi-regular role now that Trout is up, began Sunday batting .180 with 15 strikeouts and four walks in 57 plate appearances -- including two hits in his previous 25 at-bats. But it's hard to get going when you're simply not playing.
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Teahen rips first spring homer for KC
Teahen rips first spring homer for KC
at Surprise, Ariz.
March 7, 2008
Rockies at the plate: Brad Hawpe pounded a two-run homer in a three-run third inning. Hawpe also had two singles and drew a bases-loaded walk, giving him a club-high eight RBIs this spring. Matt Kata and Jayson Nix each hit a home run in the fifth. Clint Barmes banged two doubles, and Todd Helton had two singles and two RBIs.
Royals at the plate: Mark Teahen, who had a sore forearm and sat out three games, cracked a two-run homer to dead center off lefty Chris George. Esteban German lined a two-run single. Leadoff man David DeJesus drew two walks and scored both times.
Rockies on the mound: With Aaron Cook scratched because of a sore right shoulder, Kip Wells started, went four innings and gave up three runs on three hits, walked three and hit a batter. George and Darren Clarke each yielded two runs in one inning.
Royals on the mound: Brian Bannister had his second rough outing, giving up five runs on six hits in 3 2/3 innings. Kyle Davies allowed two homers and gave up three runs in three innings. Jimmy Gobble issued three walks in the ninth.
Cactus League records: Royals 5-4; Rockies 4-5.
Up next: Left-handers John Bale and Jorge De La Rosa, contending for a rotation spot, will be the first two Royals pitchers against the Milwaukee Brewers at 2:05 p.m. CT on Saturday at Maryvale Ballpark. Ryan Braun and Chi-hui Tsao also are scheduled to pitch. The Brewers plan to throw two ex-Royals, starter Jeff Suppan and reliever David Riske, along with Guillermo Mota and Randy Choate.
Dick Kaegel is a reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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Ltr1-10: Pupil Transportation
Official Letter
Official Letter
November 1, 2010
Dear County Superintendents of Schools:
This apportionment, in the amount of $479,085,459, is made from funds provided by Schedule (1) of Item 6110-111-0001 of the Budget Act of 2010 (Chapter 712, Statutes of 2010). This apportionment certifies local educational agencies' (LEAs) estimated 2010-11 entitlements for Pupil Transportation.
Warrants will be mailed to each county treasurer approximately three weeks from the date of this Notice. For standardized account code structure coding, use Resource Code 7230, Transportation: Home to School, or Resource Code 7240, Transportation: Special Education (SD/OI), and Revenue Object Code 8311, Other State Apportionments-Current Year, for both home-to-school and special education transportation. For prior-year adjustments, use Revenue Object Code 8319, Other State Apportionments-Prior Year.
Beginning in fiscal year 2010-11, letters of apportionment from the California Department of Education's (CDE) School Fiscal Services Division are no longer being mailed to the county superintendents of schools. Instead, county superintendents will be notified of each apportionment by e-mail. Accordingly, the CDE has sent an e-mail to each county superintendent, addressed to the county's CDEfisc e-mail address, to inform him or her of this apportionment. The e-mail contained a link to the CDE Categorical Programs Web page at http://www.cde.ca.gov/fg/aa/ca/ where, under the program name, the letter and schedule for this apportionment are posted.
Pursuant to the provisions of California Education Code (EC) Section 14041, payments for the Special Purpose Apportionment (which consists solely of Pupil Transportation funds) are to be made in twelve installments beginning in July and ending in June. Under the new "5-5-9" schedule, five percent of the annual entitlement is to be allocated in each of July and August and nine percent in each month thereafter through the following June. The November 2010 warrant for each LEA will consist of the July through November payments and will equal 37 percent of each LEA's estimated entitlement to funds provided by the Budget Act of 2010. Thereafter, LEAs will receive a payment equal to 9 percent of their annual entitlements in December through June 2010.
Calculation of Estimated Entitlements
With this apportionment, funds are advanced based on the calculation of estimated Home-to-School Transportation and estimated Special Education Transportation entitlements for 2010-11. Estimated entitlements were calculated based on actual 2009-10 entitlements which were adjusted to reflect reorganizations that were effective as of July 1, 2010, notifications of transfers and terminations of service that were submitted prior to
August 1, 2010, revised 2008-09 expenditure data that were submitted after the final certification of 2009-10 entitlements, and a 19.81 percent funding reduction established in Control Section 12.42 of the Budget Act. The state budget did not provide funding for a growth or cost of living adjustment. The certified estimated apportionment reflects adjustments per EC Section 41851(d) and to recover prior year overpayments of Pupil Transportation funds.
The Schedule of Apportionment shows separately the estimated 2010-11 Home-to-School Transportation entitlement and estimated 2010-11 Special Education Transportation entitlement for each participating school district and county office of education, and total estimated monthly apportionment through June 2010. The estimated Home-to School Transportation entitlement is the allowance for non-special education pupil and special education pupils who are not severely disabled or orthopedically impaired (non-SD/OI). The estimated Special Education Transportation entitlement is the allowance for pupils who are SD/OI. When actual Home-to-School and Special Education Transportation entitlements are certified in April 2011 with data collected on the Form TRAN for fiscal year 2009-10, school districts and county offices of education will be entitled to the lesser of their 2009-10 approved home-to-school or special education expenses or their 2009-10
home-to-school or special education entitlement, respectively. The amount apportioned in satisfaction of final entitlements will be reduced to reflect the funding cut enacted in Control Section 12.42 of the Budget Act of 2010.
Section 37 of Assembly Bill 2 of the Fourth Extraordinary Session (ABX4 2) requires that categorical funding allocations to basic aid school districts in fiscal year 2010-11 be reduced by the lesser of: (1) the district's 2009-10 total revenue limit subject to the deficit factor, calculated as of the 2009-10 certified second principal apportionment, multiplied by 5.81 percent or (2) the amount of the district's excess taxes. In implementation of ABX4 2, we have reduced the amount paid to basic aid districts in this apportionment.
The apportionment reduction for basic aid school districts applies to fiscal year 2010-11 only and their entitlement to funds in subsequent years for these programs will not be affected. To view the list of basic aid districts and the total amount to be reduced from their 2010-11 categorical funding allocations, please go to the CDE Web page at http://www.cde.ca.gov/fg/aa/ca/documents/basicaidcut2010.xls.
Charter Schools
Charter schools, with few exceptions, receive Pupil Transportation funding through the charter school categorical funding model (EC, commencing with Section 47633). This funding model provides categorical block grant funds in lieu of various categorical programs, including Pupil Transportation. These block grant funds are allocated as part of the Principal Apportionment process. LEAs and charter schools may wish to consider this in their discussions about how to provide transportation services to charter school pupils.
If you have any questions regarding this apportionment, please contact
Christina Schlueter, Fiscal Assistant, Categorical Allocations and Management Assistance Unit, by phone at 916-324-9806 or by e-mail at email@example.com [Note: the preceding contact information is no longer valid and has been replaced by Julie Klein Briggs, Fiscal Consultant, Categorical Allocations & Management Assistance Unit, by phone at 916-323-6191 or by e-mail at firstname.lastname@example.com.]
Susan Lange, Deputy Superintendent
Finance, Technology, and Administration Branch


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On Saturday, June 16, I will be racing prone on a 14ft. Joe Bark paddleboard around Absecon Island, home of Atlantic City, among other Jersey Shore communities. Last year, the paddle initially took us out the inlet and down the Atlantic where we had a side/back wind and swells to ride, but then got punished with an outgoing tide and a headwind in the back bays. It's a tough paddle, where weather, tides, biting flies, and the race component of it all challenge you to your max. Then again, it's nothing compared to what those with cancer go through.....physically, emotionally, and financially. This paddle is not about me or the paddlers, but raising money for those in need of support. The foundation didn't hesitate to offer my wife and I assistance when they learned she had breast cancer last year, which we declined, knowing there are countless others who demonstrate a greater need. But the fact there is such an organization such as the DRCF out there to offer support when you need it most is a blessing.

The fact that it's on a Saturday this year and I don't have to deal with northbound traffic on the Garden State Parkway, which can be worse than the paddle in terms of pain and frustration, is awesome.

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Thank you,

Ryan and Family (Michelle, Maggie, and Lucy)
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May 29, 2012, 11:58 PM #1
5th Annual Dean Randazzo Paddle For A Cause
May 30, 2012, 12:03 AM #2
Some Beryl footage, for your consideration in donating for the cause:
May 30, 2012, 01:52 AM #3
see ya there! good luck w/ your fund raising!
i'll also be paddling a 14ft bark.
May 30, 2012, 02:48 AM #4
Goodluck guys,Very great cause.Ryan,Hope your wife is good.
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We were going to do Riviera Maya, but too scared to go there due to situations. We want beach and we believe, all inclusive. However unsure if this is the best deal, Recvd rates for St kitts Marriott , but have read some bad reviews.. We want to be able to see and hear the ocean from our room... maybe even sleep with windows open! My fiance says all that is important to him is a beach and bed. : ) I would like to do a little siteseeing and shopping..... Ideas? Of course, funds are not unlimited. Looking for good deals as well..... thinking of booking closer to Aug to get better deals. Have heard very good things abt Cayman Islands too.
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It would help to know what you mean by "funds not unlimited" - giving us a dollar value range you are comfortable with will help us steer you in the right direction. For starters - Grand Cayman is generally considered an expensive destination, certainly on averagr, more than the other islands on your list. Second, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic are the least expensive islands and they have the greatest selection of AI's.
Whether or not you can sleep with your windows open will depend on the general conditions during your visit. August in the Caribbean tends to be quite warm with minimal cooling breezes. Bear in mind most hotel rooms have exposure only in one direction and if the prevailing winds are not blowing toward your window it is likely to be warm in your room, especially in August. Also, for safety reasons you probably don't want to sleep with your screen doors/windows unlocked.
As far as safety goes, Grand Cayman and St. Kitts have a reputation of being very safe islands. The Dominican Republic and Jamaica are larger and much more populated so crime rates are higher. I'm not trying to be an alarmest but just because there are palm trees, sandy beaches and turquoise waters doesn't mean you should neglect to use common sense when it comes to protecting yourself and your belongings.
Regarding the getting a room with a view of the ocean, just about every beachfront resort will offer ocean view rooms but they will be the most expensive room categories. Many hotels have rooms that are close to the water (the closer you are the more you might be able to "hear" the waves. Keep in mind that if you choose a resort on the Caribbean side of an island the water in front of many resort will be quite calm so wave sounds might be minimal. You mentione the St. Kitts Marriott - that resort is quite large and most of the rooms are set back a fair distance from the water. On the plus side, it's on the Atlantic side of the island so the water is often wavy. Wheter or not you'd be able to hear the water will depend on the location of your room - most, however, are too far to hear any appreciable wave sounds.
Do a little research on the islands you are considering to help narrow your choice. There are litterally hundrds of resorts on Jamaica and the Dominican Republic and half again as many between St. Kitts and Grand Cayman. We really need more information from you about what you'd like to do and see while on your trip, the type of accomodations your require, your budget and what size island you want to visit to give you meaningful help. For starters go to the "Destinations" link at the top of this page, click through to the "Caribbean" and read the summaries of the 4 islands you are considering. That will help you choose which island you'd really like to visit. Once you select your island narrowing down your resort choice will be much, much easier.
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check out Royal Plantation in Ocho Rios, with current deal its hard to beat for money. You can get 7 days w/Caterman sunset cruise for around $4k, plus Air is pretty cheap right now. I'm about to book it for August myself I think, seems to be best deal for money I can find. #1 spot in ocho rios per Trip Advisor, one of top in Carribean overall. I'm thinking of doing an additional 3 days at RC in Montego Bay before flying back. Total cost with Air and Insurance is around $6k for 10days. This is what the best resort rooms in Riveria Maya were going to run me for only 7 days and from what I understand Royal Plantation is a step above most resorts, especially AI resorts
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coming from East Coast, you will get more 'bang for the buck' in either Cancun or Jamaica, partly because Air is cheap to both places.
you can also do well, if Air is good, to Bahamas, PR or DR. From what I understand Punta Cana isn't quite there yet, but on its way.
the rest of the islands generally cost more.
If you want to save alot of money, check out Grand Pineapple in Antigua or Jamaica, I beleive its 50% off and an AI. It would be very cheap for a week.
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Three words: CAP. JULUCA. ANGUILLA.
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Cap Juluca probably won't come anywhere close to fitting jenjay68's "funds not unlimited" budget.
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thanks for all ur info... the search for the perfect honeymoon spot continues.. We are thinking 5 nts and wld like to spend around $3000.. we wld be flying from St Louis or Indy.
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With five nights and a limited budget, see where your airlines fly directly. A direct morning flight will have you on the beach by lunchtime. Nevis is nice, but can be an all day affair to get to.
Play with sites like travelocity to see where you can get non stops to.
I wouldn't sleep with my doors open anywhere anymore unfortunately. There is just too much crime. You won't be able to fly to some remote paradise for only 5 days with 3000.
Grand cayman is beautiful and we found the people very friendly. Not sure if you can fly, stay and eat for 3000. But it doesn't hurt to look!
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Posted this on the wrong thread, but I checked st louis to grand cayman and they did not fly non stop but offered a package for five nights in august (i used 9th-14th) and it was 2300 for two at the Westin (very nice), and it was 2200 for the Marriott (where we stayed, nice, but I think westin is nicer). That includes air and hotel and is on us airways. That would be more than enough to still leave 700 dollars for dinners and excursions. I think it is doable. You may need some more cash for the extra stuff, but you could go to GC. It was a very nice island to go to and it is very relaxing.
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thats the problem with alot of those islands for me, takes all day to get to them, plus you have to hope for good weather so you make the connecting flights.
plus the cost differences
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thanks girlonthego... sounds great.. I will check it out!
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Did you look into cruises? those are usually the best way to do something nice and save money doing it. and you get to see more than one place, while there for a short time.
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jenjay: one more thing... Definitely get the travelers insurance. It may cost you a little more, but in August in the caribbean, you never can tell. I was married in August (the 20th), twenty years ago! And we had perfect weather and went on the cheap to the Bahamas. We bought a house and were trying not to spend too much.
The cayman islands has the most beautiful water with white sand and the snorkeling and scuba diving can't be beat.
We found you could dine anywhere from expensive to cheap. We could walk from the Marriott to some stores and picked up little things like beer and soda for the room. We also picked up some cheap breakfast items and snacks. (We have teens that like to eat 24/7). We enjoyed the frozen drinks and the nice dinners because that is what vacation is about, but you can definitely get some stuff and make it cheaper. We had a mini fridge in the room at the Marriott, I am sure the Westin would as well. I liked the Marriott, but I think the Westin has a larger beach and a nicer pool. The Marriott pool was small, but the hotel itself was very nice. Good luck in the planning.
I punched in st. louis which I thought was larger than Indianapolis for airlines and it seems you will be stopping somewhere along the way no matter where you go. Just try to get on the earliest flight out and get there by lunchtime.
Best wishes!
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If Jamaica is your choice, here's a plan. US Air leaving STL at 5:55 am, connecting thru Charlotte, into Mobay at 11:30 a.m.($500.00 ea taxes in)Private driver ($80.00 each way) to Negril, on the beach by 2:30 at the latest. Deluxe Ocean view room at Idle Awhile (5 X $150.00 - offseason rate!!) Not AI but I've done the math and unless you have a drinking problem it's not worth it, plus there are lots of great places to go out to. $1,910.00 so far leaving $1,100.00 or $220.00 per day for the rest which is easily do-able. Will supply contact info for our driver of 6 years if so desired.
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its $133/night on hotels.com
just looked at that resort on Trip Advisor, not a bad option for money.
spook, how much does food and drinks run in Negril on average?
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Red Stripe is anywhere from JA $100 to $250 (UD $1.50 - $3.75) depending on the bar while cocktails run in the US $4 - $6 range. Restaurant prices are comparable to the US with meals in the $7 - $10 range in smaller family places and the $15 - $30 range in the more upscale places like Norma's Kuyaba or the Rockhouse which by the way are all great options and worth the money. You can get patties on the beach from Norman for $1 US and they are tasty especially the Veggie ones. As for the cheaper price at Idle Awhile maybe thats for a Garden view room. Another great thing about Idle Awhile is the free use of Couples Swept Away Gym which is quite nice and well equiped.
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I think Orbitz was just quoting it a little cheaper, i double checked room category, said OV..
What is a good Bed/Breakfest or Non-AI in Montego Bay that is safe and not too wild? I'm spending 3 nights there after a 7 night stat at Royal Plantation in Ocho Rios. Right now I'm set to do Sandals RC, but thinking we might should find something like this if room and facilities are just as nice and eat out those days and possibly save money. Sandals RC for 3 days, Beachfront room with no Concierge, just base level Sandals room was going to be $1k or so, which includes food and drinks too of course.
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I think that in Mobay proper there are very few non AI options that would meet your expectations as far as room quality etc. while still being in walking distance to a good variety of restaurants etc. There are a few mid level properties (Doctor's Cave, Toby's) but not being sure of what you find exceptable would make them hard to reccomend (We stayed at Toby's for a night and liked it but the whole Mobay hip strip scene is only good for one day IMO.)
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I think you can definitely get what you want in Cayman, but would encourage you to research carefully to get what you want. Suffice to say that whilst the Marriott and Westin are good hotels, there are many, many others options that will tick all the boxes for you and for a reasonable budget
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I think Cayman in August sounds fantastic. I spent two weeks there in August on my honeymoon and it was unbelievable great weather. Good and hot! I also would worry about Riveria Maya. The violence isn't there-its at the Mexican border. I had several friends who went there over Spring break and they said it was great.
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Punta cana - I found some good deals... However , it seems every resort there has bad reviews. The only one I found that seemed ok was the Grand Pallidium. Lots of people talk about getting ill either from the food or water. ANyone been to this resort? It is one of 3.
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any great deals out there for August at an Ai in Jamaica, DR, or Antigua..... Still searching...
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good deals are in Mexico right now for obvious reasons.
Check out Sandals and Couples AI's in Jamaica, or Royal Plantation where I'm going.
Sandals Ocho rios is a 'deal' right now, but its also considered the least favorite Sandals to many.
Breezes Runaway Bay is a nice cheaper AI from what I understand.
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Tentatively booked Grand Pallidium in DR.. Great deal thru apple vacations... Any comments on that resort
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try timothys beach resort in stkitts , and flite to stkitts are direct from ny miami atlanta this place is right by the beach they have some good deals , food is quite inexpensive by the beach, it has a strip of bars there too !for shopping go to port zante , i have personally tried shopping on many islands but think prices given by a store name glitter jewelry are gr8 ..its relatively a newer store ...try for food restaurants- circus, serendipity,and spicemill ...faboulous...enjoy
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Check out Moon San Villa at the Blue Lagoon in the secret part of Jamaica, Port Antonio.
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jenjay I checked on Expedia and flying out on Delta, arriving in Mobay at 11:40am you can get the follwoing packages for 7 nights for 2 people (I checked Aug 9-15 as an example):
$2810 Couple swept Away (AI): We love this place and we go there almost annually. Best hotel beach in Negril, great service, lots of activities included, great gym/spa.
$1750 Rosehall Ritz Carlton: 5 star property, one of the more elegant properties in Mobay but not AI. Dining options close by.
$2775 Sandals Grande Ocho Rios (AI): haven't been there personally but others say good things and there's much to do in Ocho Rios
$1789 Sunset Beach Resort & Spa (AI): Good price for AI-- you'll save $1200 I've been there for a wedding and the facilities/grounds seem nice but I haven't stayed overnight
Hope this helps!
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