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Facilitated Communication – Again – in the HuffPo
Here we go again – facilitated communication (FC) rears its pseudoscientific head again, and (surprise) the HuffPo publishes a completely uncritical article about it.
Kathleen Miles discusses the case of Jacob Artson, a boy with autism who is non-verbal. The article is framed in the typical gullible pseudo-journalistic style of – a brave family finds a "miracle" that allows them to communicate with their non-verbal son. Miles describes the case in gushing terms, with only the barest reference to those nasty "skeptics" who are skeptical of such claims (and she completely botches even her short reference to the controversy, which is actually not even a controversy.)
Before I discuss the case of Jacob further, here is a quick background on FC. In the late 1980s and into the 1990 FC was proposed and rapidly incorporated as a technique for communicating to clients who were not able to communicate on their own, for a variety of reasons. The technique is simple – a facilitator "supports" the arm of the client allowing them to type on a keyboard or point to letters in order to spell out words.
The idea behind FC is that many children and even adults suffer from neurological disorders that are mostly, or even entirely, a matter of motor control, and not cognitive ability. These children may be non-verbal and unable to communicate, but there is actually an eloquent and intelligent person in there, they simply lack the motor skills to speak or otherwise communicate. By facilitating their motor control, practitioners can enable such people to communicate by typing.
This led to an explosion of use of FC and many apparent cases of children who were thought to be severely mentally handicapped, but were revealed by FC to be literate and intelligent, just "trapped" by their motor limitations.
It's a great story. What parent of a mentally handicapped child would not want to believe that actually they are very bright, and finally be able to communicate with them? The only problem, of course, is that it's all a cruel fiction.
Many experts immediately recognized the problems with this story and were appropriately skeptical. How can a child that, by every measure, has severe brain injury or limitations (beyond being non-verbal) suddenly not only be able to communicate, but to be able to read and write without having been directly taught, and further be eloquent, in some cases with apparent language skills beyond their age. It defied common sense.
Worse, in many cases it was apparent that the client of FC was not paying attention to the keyboard or letter board. It is impossible to one-finger type without looking at the keyboard (or without feeling where your hand is on the keyboard) but that is what many FC clients appeared to be doing.
It was suspected that perhaps the facilitators were unconsciously doing the communicating. This can be explained very easily with the ideomotor effect – subconscious motor movements that can be caused simply by expectation.
This was easy enough to test just by putting simple controls into place. When properly blinded facilitators are unable to communicate information available only to the client. A 2001 review of properly performed studies concluded:
Previous reviews of Facilitated Communication (FC) studies have clearly established that proponents' claims are largely unsubstantiated and that using FC as an intervention for communicatively impaired or noncommunicative individuals is not recommended. However, while FC is less prominent than in the recent past, investigations of the technique's efficacy continue. This review examines published FC studies since the previous major reviews by Jacobson, Mulick, and Schwartz (1995) and Simpson and Myles (1995a). Findings support the conclusions of previous reviews.
Scientifically, there is no controversy here. The claims of FC were always highly implausible and problematic, and the research has overwhelmingly shown that it is an illusion. It is a particularly cruel illusion – to patients, their families, and also practitioners who mean well and were as deceived by the ideomotor effect as their clients.
But there is no longer any reasonable sympathy to be had for practitioners of FC. The information is out there. The ethical responsibilities of due diligence and to first do no harm precludes the use of a dubious technique such as FC.
FC has died as a mainstream practice, but like all such practices it remains on the fringe. I am now seeing what appears to be a new generation of FC proponents, as awareness of FC has waned. Younger health care providers are not as aware of the FC story and so are not as immediately critical of it as they should be. The allure of FC is probably just too compelling for it to quietly go away, and every generation will likely have to debunk it anew.
Journalists like Kathleen Miles do not help the situation. She has also failed to do her due diligence as a reporter, and completely botched the story (and this is giving her the benefit of the doubt that she did not knowingly downplay the science for a good story).
I have no personal knowledge of the Jacob Artson case, beyond what is in the public domain on the internet. But all the typical signs of bogus FC are there. About Jacob Miles writes:
Perhaps what is most remarkable about Jacob's ability to express himself through typing is how eloquent, thoughtful and intelligent he is. He sent an email to HuffPost explaining what it was like for him before he could communicate. "Before I was introduced to typing, I had retreated into anxiety, fear and despair. I read everything around me from books to TV credits to the newspaper on the kitchen table but I had no one to share my ideas with so I just retreated into my own imaginary world. I wasn't suicidal because I have an incredibly supportive family, but I was constantly frustrated at my limitations."
Yes – it is remarkable – so much so that it is cause for serious skepticism. It is simply unbelievable that a non-verbal child would not only have taught themselves to read and write but would be eloquent beyond their years. It also does not fit our cumulative knowledge about autism, which is not strictly a motor disorder but a diffuse disorder of brain organization and function.
The content is also suspiciously similar to other cases (like the Ron Hoben case) in which the FC was shown to be fake – a naive imagining of what someone who is trapped in a non-verbal body might be experiencing.
I could not find any videos of Jacob online, but in the Miles article there is a series of photos. Take a look through them, you will see several photos in which Jacob is apparently using FC to communicate. You will notice that in most of them Jacob is not looking at the keyboard, while the facilitator is. These are random stills, so this is not definitive, but it is also probably not a coincidence. If these stills are a representative sample, then the facilitator is spending more time looking at the keyboard than Jacob, because they are the one who is doing the communication.
Given the history of FC and the state of the research, the burden of proof is clearly on those claiming for a legitimate individual case of FC. There is real harm in not doing so. In cases of dubious FC the family is given false hope, and put through a deception that distracts them from dealing with the reality of their situation. There has been FC testimony accepted in the courtroom – people are in prison, or at least were put through a traumatic and lengthy trial, due to the "spectral" evidence given under FC (often involving accusations of abuse or rape).
And school systems have been forced to waste classroom time and resources interacting with students entirely through FC, which means not interacting with the student but with their self-deceived facilitator. This is apparently the case with Jacob as well.
While it is now on the fringe, FC is likely not going to disappear entirely anytime soon. This means that skeptics and scientists will have to occasionally remind the public that FC is fake, nothing but the ideomotor effect and wishful thinking.
This, off course, puts the scientific position in the negative role of pulling the carpet out from under those families who feel they are finally communicating with an impaired loved-one. That carpet should never have been put there in the first place – doing so, in my opinion, is malpractice and incompetence, given the state of the evidence and plausibility.
The same is true of journalists who promote pseudoscientific nonsense without doing even a minimal investigation that would reveal FC to be the harmful fraud that it is.
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# Kawarthajonon 13 Jan 2012 at 2:25 pm
How do the proponents of FC propose that these children learn how to read and write so eloquently when they have not even learned to read or even use the alphabet? Osmosis? Magic? Quantum jumping? Miracles? I can understand a parent's desire to buy into this idea because they want their child to be able to communicate effectively with the outside world. It is an emotional issue and parents are more likely to turn to woo for simple answers to difficult issues. It is the practitioners who should be prosecuted for promoting fraud in order to make money off of these parents.
# BillyJoe7on 13 Jan 2012 at 3:59 pm
How it started…
FC originated in my home state of Melbourne, Australia in the late 70s. I remember the controversy well and had some connection to the people involved. A nurse, by the name of Rosemary Crossley, working with disabled children decided that she could communicate with some of these children by supporting their arms over a key board. She ended up adopting one of them and wrote a book about their experiences called "Annie's Coming Out", Annie being the disabled child. The book was made into a movie which won lots of local awards, and Rosemary, herself, was awarded the Order of Australia at some point. Some initial support was given by Annie's Paedatrician, Peter Graves, but he seemed to dissociate himself from it over time. She seems to be a well meaning, if misguided, indvidual ans she continues to support FC.
# Kobraon 13 Jan 2012 at 8:02 pm
Never heard of FC until now. Who's on the forefront of educating the families that this is just wishful thinking on their part? or 'pulling the rug from under this community?'
On a side note, I'd been watching Community for some time now and came across this gem of dark humor.
# nalon 13 Jan 2012 at 8:35 pm
Here is the Frontline episode on FC: Prisoners of Silence.
# BillyJoe7on 13 Jan 2012 at 9:11 pm
Kobra, you have a strange sense of humour.
At least this cartoon had its heart in the right place:
..and it was censored!
Go figure.
# tmac57on 14 Jan 2012 at 11:40 am
Chris Cuomo did a piece on 20/20 last week about an autistic girl who, through FC, supposedly accused her father of molesting her . It was a pretty good exposé of FC, for a mainstream media outlet. I was pleasantly surprised:
# borealyson 14 Jan 2012 at 5:52 pm
Of course, for people whose communication really is limited only by their motor impairments (of which there are plenty), there already is a real set of options. It's called Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), and includes everything from home-made picture books to sophisticated laser-guided eye-pointing devices. No need for a "facilitator" at all.
# Mlemaon 14 Jan 2012 at 7:07 pm
Dr. Novella,
what do you make of unfacilitated typing by a non-verbal autistic girl?
# Mlemaon 14 Jan 2012 at 7:36 pm
are they taking the camera off and actually having someone facilitating?
# BillyJoe7on 14 Jan 2012 at 9:38 pm
I cannot see where any cheating is going on.
It is quite possible that this girl has only sensory and motor impairment, not intellectual impairment.
It seems that, in the past, her lack of ability to communicate increased her behavioural and motor problems, which made her disability seem much worse than it actually is, and that these have improved with her new found ability to communicate via a keyboard.
Notice also how she developed these skills over a period of time, not virtually overnight like the victims of FC. The content of her communications also seem to be age appropriate. And it must also have helped that she has, at all times, remained in the family home with attentive, concerned parents, and that she has a twin sister.
So I think the scenario depicted in this video is at least plausible.
I'm not Steven Novella though 🙂
# Mlemaon 14 Jan 2012 at 11:28 pm
she was diagnosed with mental impairment. So it would seem possible that there are other children similarly "trapped". Do away with FC, but definitely give the kid a computer and instruct/encourage/reward them to type.
# tmac57on 15 Jan 2012 at 11:23 am
Mlema-There was a long thread about this on the JREF:
This case is not so clear cut to me.I am somewhat skeptical.
In respect to this discussion, I would be much more interested in hearing from autistic adults who use augmentive and assistive devices such as Proloquo2go.com and who sometimes rely upon "facilitated communication" (note the lower case), than any ill-informed speculation by non-autistics, such as the discussion at JREF forum.
I have invited several autistics to comment here. In the meantime, readers may wish to:
Watch the Loving Lampposts segment on Sharisa Kochmeister.
Read Amy Sequenzia's article, Non-Speaking, Low Functioning. Ms. Sequenzia does not speak.
The individuals who starred in Wretches and Jabberers may be victims (and I use that word deliberately) of Facilitated Communication, as Kim Wombles notes in her review.
However, Wombles makes two important distinctions:
I must remind readers that I am not talking about the routine hand-over–hand initial teaching we usually engage in with our children, where supports are gradually removed as the child masters the skill sets being worked on. In facilitated communication, there is no learning curve: communication is instantaneous and advanced and believed to be the communication of the disabled individual alone.
Nor am I talking about individuals who type independently.
# Davdoodleson 15 Jan 2012 at 8:41 pm
"For Jacob, facilitated communication means that someone needs to touch his elbows while he types on a computer or his iPad. "He says that if we don't touch his elbow, he's thinking about a Disney movie or people in his life," Hanson said. "He has to turn off this other noise that's going on in his head in order to type. Someone touching his elbow helps Jacob focus on what he wants to type.""
This is utterly convincing. I have seen the light.
# eiskrystalon 16 Jan 2012 at 3:58 am
I read everything around me from books to TV credits to the newspaper on the kitchen table but I had no one to share my ideas with so I just retreated into my own imaginary world.
If he needs help to simply type, how on earth would he be picking up and reading books containg words like 'anxiety' and 'despair'?
# Bronze Dogon 17 Jan 2012 at 1:33 pm
I remember sharing a few high school classes with one disabled kid in a wheelchair, and I'm trying to remember some details about her interactions. She did have someone there to help her communicate since she was non-verbal and stiff in her movements. The problem is I've got some conflicting memories about her interactions. She had a plastic sheet 'keyboard,' and I do have some memories of her deliberately 'typing' on her own, as well as memories of her aide seeming to give answers for her without detectable input. I guess I can't really determine the truth with my unreliable memory, but I wonder about her case when the topic of FC comes up.
# Captain Quirkon 19 Jan 2012 at 9:21 pm
FC is incredibly frustrating. Especially since there are autistics who are more intellectually capable than others would think based on behavior/speech. While I'm rather high functioning overall, there are some subtests where I test in the bottom 1-10% even though on most tests of academic / intellectual aptitude I score in the top 3-1%. And even though I have very good verbal skills, there are plenty of times that sensory overload renders me speechless or having extreme difficulty planning basic tasks of daily living that are normally a breeze.
The problem is when there is a "facilitator" taking a physical role with their arm. It confuses the issue in the public eye, too, where the average person probably isn't familiar with the various types of AAC available, like pointing to pictures or letters, or typing independently, or using a computer where a program with eye tracking is the means to communicate, and there's other legit stuff too. So even someone who knows enough to know FC doesn't work, may misinterpret a legit communication method for being a scam because they're inclined to think that someone behaving in odd ways like autistic people frequently do can't really communicate.
I can certainly believe a non-speaking autistic person could learn to read by themselves, even advanced words provided they had a place to learn them from, but typing or whatever method is used wouldn't happen suddenly, and out of those capable of learning to read or type, most would need a good deal of assistance beyond simply being read to and seeing words around the house, since that is the case for most children without disabilities. Considering that autism typically involves a great deal of language difficulties, especially in the non-verbal population, I would think that even highly intelligent autistic people would learn to read independently with such little assistance at a lower rate than comparably intelligent non-autistic people.
Especially when there's a keyboard involved – even an intelligent, neurotypical adult who can read and write at a college level (if they'd never been around keyboards much) would need time to study, practice, and learn where the keys are. And someone typing one finger at a time, without looking at the screen, would need an excellent memory of the keyboard layout, and particularly that specific keyboard – to be able to determine the distances between various keys without looking would require extreme precision of movement beyond memorizing the layout, and I doubt that holding someone's elbow would take them from unable to type independently to having that degree of motor precision.
That's without even getting into all the research that demonstrates the "assisted" person is unable to correctly identify a given object if the "facilitator" is unable to see it, even when they were able to identify correctly when the facillitators could see. I can't think of a more clear-cut demonstration that it isn't the disabled person isn't the one communicating. Now, while it doesn't make sense on an intuitive level and the research shows it doesn't work, there could turn out to be a situation where it actually works, probably involving some kind of specific physical problem that isn't inherent to autism. If that is the case, rigorous testing (I believe there is an offer to test from Randi) would bear it out, and scientists could study the mechanism and so forth.
But unless a particular case is rigorously verified (no soft-tests that seem to settle the matter but are highly vulnerable to biases affecting results; this is the reason we came up with double-blind testing), it is completely unethical to take or continue the part of a facilitator, and if I were currently a facilitator just stumbling onto the research, I would go and test whether it was working that time or stop, since there hasn't been a single case yet. When the evidence is weighed so clearly on one side, the odds are overwhelmingly in favor of the conclusion that a facilitator is falsely speaking for the disabled individual, which is a grave insult to their dignity as a human being. Disabilities don't demean humans; it's this sort of chicanery that demeans humans.
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Useful resources, yes. And I would encourage women in the UK to take part. But don't get your hopes up, unless they end up enrolling women at very high risk of breast cancer already, the number of women in the survey actually deloping breast cancer over the first five years will be very small, and so it will not be able to answer any questions.
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The problem with bras is that the number of women who do not wear bras (and that really means never) is so small it will be difficult to see any effect. As other posters have pointed out, it is likely that braless women are not typical (they are smarter), so all the other factors that make them different would need to be taken into account.
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willysr already covered what the slackware-source-code-dvd.iso is for, and not only would it take to compile many of those programs (and take forever for some), but others fail to build (e.g. xchat).
Even if you did find a patch to make some of the ones that fail to build work (excluding the time it takes to find and/or make these patches), it would still take quite some time to finish.
I honestly think you should just use the 32-bit version (which works fine on 64-bit machines) or download the iso for slackware64-14.0 (if you really want to use the 64-bit version) instead of attempting to use the source code DVD. The only situation I would recommend using the source code DVD is if you have a download rate of 1 byte per second and know for a fact that making the iso from the source code DVD would work flawlessly.
Cheers and happy slacking.
thanks to all of your posts, I have been able to make a decision.
I am going to download another 2.6G torrent file.
thank u all!
In reality you can compile the system, but I do not recommend it for it would take longer than the download and use up to 1.5 gb of memory during compiling. But if you would like, I will give you instructions on how to do so, just reply asking, my reason: look at my signature.
If I tried it myself, I'd make a Makefile with make rules for the kernel Makefile and each Slackbuild .. but that would be a lot of effort, and if there's already a recipe out there, I'd rather use it!
For most packages, you can simply run the slackbuild and it'll compile it. You could of course alter the slackbuild if you wanted to add compile time options, etc. But by default they'll produce the binary package you see. on the install discs.
There are of course exceptions as I understand it, but generally speaking that's how you could go about it.
It won't work. Slackware is (at the current state) not a distribution that can be compiled as a whole from scratch, it is a distribution that develops evolutionary. There are packages that without patching or modifying the Slackbuilds won't compile in the current state. See here: http://www.linuxquestions.org/questi...0/#post4771280
Creating makefiles with the correct rules is the right way to go, but there is no generic recipe, for it depends on your needs. Figure out the rules you need, create such files, then compile using the terminal. But make sure you copy the contents of the iso to your hard drive first. Plus, you would need to figure out which file makes the dvd bootable, but that can be found by looking at the binary iso. But, you might be wondering, "what is the purpose of the compiling if you already downloaded the binary iso?", the purpose is to fit your specific needs, and possibly edit the source if nessecary.
13stein.j: Thank you :-)
s3phir0th115: Yes, but that leaves me with 1014 slackbuild scripts. It's better to have a single makefile with rules for each of those slackbuild scripts (which in turn run make(1) on their own makefiles), else picking up where I left off building things is too tedious. Also, grouping the slackbuild scripts into nested rules is useful for compiling things in parallel which can be (and refrain from compiling things in parallel when they will conflict).
Also, from what AlienBob (by way of TobiSGD) says, there is additional work for some packages in the form of upgrading/patching utilities and libraries which is not included in the slackbuild scripts. Tracking and applying these changes can be incorporated into the top-level makefile as well (especially if different packages require mutually incompatible changes for compilation).
Implementing a top-level makefile like this would be a big chore, essentially encoding a nontrivial chunk of the slackware development team's distro-compiling knowledge. I was hoping 13stein.j already had a recipe for doing it, but alas.
On the other hand, figuring it all out could be fun! :-)
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Roll out the red carpet, because Shakespeare's As You Like It is all glamed up for its run at the Shakespeare Theatre—but it doesn't look like this one's going to be winning any Oscars.
Applying a Hollywood theme to Shakespeare's comedy, director Maria Aitken takes audiences on a journey through Hollywood's history, while attempting to mirror America's history and tell the Bard's story at the same time. In the program, Akiva Fox (Literary Associate at the Theatre) points out that the production is meant to highlight Rosalind's exile as a way of reinventing herself, just as many of the founders of Hollywood were immigrants who assimilated into American culture. Through this lens of immigration, Aitken serpentines her production through memorable Hollywood settings that helped define America's history.
Confused yet? Just wait.
As a refresher, As You Like It follows Rosalind and Celia through their journey into the Forest of Arden after being banished from the duchy in France in which they once resided. Rosalind disguises herself as a man and names herself Ganymede in order to travel more easily and stay hidden, and her friend Celia takes on the alias, Aliena. Rosalind and Orlando are in love, but Orlando doesn't know that Ganymede is actually Rosalind in disguise, and thus comedy ensues as the two interact. Many other love stories play out during As You Like It, adding to the complexity and entertainment value of the show.
As You Like It is already full of disguise and confusion—it doesn't need anymore. Aitken's journey through Hollywood destroys the fluidity of Shakespeare's script by forcing many costume and set changes. Despite her claim that As You Like It is a "language-drunk play," Aitken seems to disregard the text in favor of spectacle. Beautiful costumes and intriguing sets (the most entertaining part of the production) drown the story, making it difficult for audience members to follow along. Throughout many of the set changes, the characters are transported to very different parts of America (such as going from a Native American scene to the deep South), and with these visual migrations come accent changes. Try remembering who's who, who they're in love with, and who they are fleeing from when their dialect, costumes and mannerisms change in each setting.
Despite the confusion, Aitken's production is visually impressive and entertaining. With set design by Derek McLane and costumes by Martin Pakledinaz, the presentation of this classic is titillating. Venturing from a stark black, white and gray opening (using silent films as inspiration), the show journeys through multiple eras and locales, from a Native American campground to a glamorous bar, and even swinging through a jungle complete with hanging branches and vines. The costumes enhance every set, sometimes paying homage to great films of times past (such as a dress for Celia straight out of Scarlett O'Hara's closet). But because accents and costumes change so often, continuity disappears. And the settings don't seem to bare any significance to the action on the stage. With the exception of Rosalind and Celia's voyage to Arden (which Aitken describes as similar to the Hollywood founders' journeys to America), the rest of the scenes seem to be chosen at random.
Michael John LaChiusa's original score is a unique touch. The music is used during scene changes, but also during scenes to highlight specific moments, helping make the play feel more like a film. LaChiusa certainly helps audiences submerge themselves in the time periods and styles presented.
Unfortunately, between the flurry of an overflowing closet and a warehouse worth of set changes, the acting gets buried like an unsuspecting victim during a Black Friday shopping spree. Despite the reputation and talent of many of the actors, this production of As You Like It presents itself as a nightmare for the actors. How can an actor do any character work when the accent, costumes, and location change so frequently—and seemingly for no reason? Rosalind (Francesca Faridany) does hold her own in the mutant Hollywood setting, staying somewhat consistent throughout (or at least as consistent as possible considering what she's working against). Orlando, played by the dashing John Behlmann, works well opposite Faridany, making their moments on stage pleasant, though still somewhat confusing.
There is a certain playfulness apparent in this production of As You Like It, yet this playfulness is not enough to compensate for the camouflaged storyline. Instead of concentrating on the story and script, the audience's focus is drawn to what flashy setting and costume design will be revealed next, and thus we are sent on a scavenger hunt through Hollywood in search of Shakespeare's true themes and meanings.
Rounding up our journey through Hollywood, As You Like It concludes with a dance number in an environment that nods at the film 42nd Street. A large staircase is wheeled in and glittery gowns are donned. The cast sings and dances, celebrating the multiple weddings and happy ending. Sparkling from top to bottom, this final scene creates a beautiful snapshot of classic Hollywood. Unfortunately for this production, there's not much else behind the glam and glitz.
As You Like It runs November 17 – December 20 at the Shakespeare Theatre Company, 601 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20004. Information can be found at http://www.shakespearetheatre.org/.


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Wednesday, May 16, 2007
the rally monkey isn't speaking to me tonight
You just faked your love of cheesecake all this time? he asked.
It was only to make you happy, I replied. You kept buying it and I didn't want you to feel rejected.
You could look me in the eye and lie to me about a thing like that? What else are you lying to me about? How will I ever be able to trust you again.
I suspect the rally monkey will be sleeping on the couch tonight (oh so easy--just fall asleep watching the Mets game).
I just wish I had some, oh, pie.
4 comments:
- Bluenana said...
Moonrat, I feel so betrayed. You DON'T like cheesecake? The rally monkey isn't the only one you lied to. Hmph.
- Wednesday, May 16, 2007 10:34:00 PM
- angelle said...
funny. i once wrote a short story on this exact topic - faking cheesecake love. well it wasn't really a short story, but a fictional essay in response to a writing prompt. i like cheesecake, btw, but i don't LOVE it the way people do. unless it's exceptional. apple pie flavor at junior's, for instance is amazing.
- Thursday, May 17, 2007 11:45:00 AM
- moonrat said...
yeah, i know--i read it. back when i STILL HAD ACCESS TO YOUR BLOG!!!
- Thursday, May 17, 2007 10:12:00 PM
I see this was the entry you were alluding to.
Moonrat, I think Rally Monkey's feelings were hurt and betrayed. That was a long time you "pretended" to like cheesecake.
And.... what kind of pie could beat cheesecake? Pecan, perhaps? It is tasty...
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Keeping your baby's shoes on can be a challenge. Babies often pull their shoes off, chew on them, or lose them during play. By finding shoes that properly fit your baby, writing your identification in each shoe, and retracing your steps you can avoid losing your baby's shoes.
Fitting Shoes Properly
1Measure your baby's feet. You can do this yourself or you can take your baby to a shoe salesman for help. Your baby's shoes will be less likely to fall off if they fit properly. Here is an easy way to measure your baby's feet:
- Stand your baby up on a piece of paper and trace their foot with a marker.
- Measure the tracing from the heel to the longest toe.
- Find the width of your baby's foot by wrapping measuring ribbon around the widest part of your baby's foot.
- Use a fit guide to find your baby's true shoe size.[1]
2Look for shoes that are more likely to stay on. The trick is to find a pair that stays secure around the ankle, such as elastic shoes or those with Velcro straps. When trying your baby's shoes on, watch their response. If the shoes seem to hurt or if your baby has trouble walking, take them off and try the next pair![2]
- Shoes should be lightweight and flexible to support natural foot movement.
- Shoes should be made of leather or mesh to allow your baby's feet to breathe comfortably.
- Shoes should have rubber soles for traction to prevent slipping or sliding.[3]
3Consider making your own baby shoes. It's not as hard as it seems! Choose a soft fabric such as interlock knit or baby flannel for baby's comfort. You'll also need scissors, thread, elastic, a pencil, two safety pins, and a sewing machine.[4] Not only is it more affordable to make your own baby shoes, but you can also make sure they fit your baby perfectly.
- Search Pinterest for patterns. Etsy has patterns you can purchase by shoe size for a small fee. Look for patterns that match your baby's age, aesthetics, and clothing style.
Preventing Lost Shoes
1Write your identification inside each shoe. Use a thin permanent marker to write your last name and phone number inside each shoe. If your baby goes to daycare, you may want to consider inserting daily shoe label stickers into their shoes. Use white sticky labels for daily use.
2Remind yourself to check for missing shoes. Get in the habit of searching your baby's feet for missing shoes. If you plan on being out in public for a long time, set a reminder on your phone to go off every 15 minutes to check and see that their shoes are still on secure.
- If a shoe has gone missing, start mentally retracing your steps to figure out where you could have left it. Contact the lost and found of the location to see if the baby's shoe was turned in by a helpful stranger.
3Wear them for special events only. While they are cute and complete your baby's outfit, babies don't need shoes, and toddlers only need shoes when walking in public.[5] Consider having your baby wear shoes for special events only. If your baby isn't wearing them as often, they will be less likely to lose them.
4Skip the shoes and opt for socks instead. After they start walking, you want your baby to be either barefoot or in the most flexible shoe possible so that their muscles develop properly and they learn how to walk and balance better. Keep feet warm, clean, and protected by using socks with rubber grips. This will also help them not to slip.[6]
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- ↑ http://www.parenting.com/article/the-right-fit-babys-first-pair-of-shoes
- ↑ https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/toddler/Pages/Shoes-for-Active-Toddlers.aspx
- ↑ https://www.wikihow.com/Sew-Baby-Shoes
- ↑ http://www.parenting.com/baby/gear/best-baby-shoes-early-walkers
- ↑ http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2013-11-06/health/sc-health-1106-baby-shoes-20131106_1_shoes-mary-janes-women-podiatrists/
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Dr. Parker's blog is at CorePsych. I know him personally because I helped him get started blogging. I didn't teach him everything, but I remember the day he called me from his office in Virginia, with questions. That initial phone call stands out because I was still in a fog, getting coffee at 5 a.m. in San Diego. He was on ET, of course, and ready to go. I don't usually pick up the phone that early, but that day I did.
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Being dedicated vidiots and screen-time junkies, my wife and I have recently instituted Saturday nights as Movie Nights for our little family. It seems a nice conceit, and I dare say one of the few that had me looking at fatherhood with longing, but I've learned that it's a tricky game. 5-dog, (as I often call my daughter) if you eventually grow as corpulent as I, I'll consider the whole endeavor a failure. Be that as it may, choosing kids' movies is tough. What insane mind decided that every story needs fear and danger to make it palatable? For each mostly benign Snow Buddies there are three The Little Mermaids, with terrifying octopus witches and such-like.
Seeing the salubrious effects of the little Buddies on my daughter's existence, I ingeniously pull Air Bud: Golden Receiver from the screener pool. Why not? I save a rental fee, give the kid a Saturday thrill, and all I have to do is crank out my usual clever 500 words. What could go wrong? It's the type of question the producers of Air Bud should have asked, too. No, there's no real terror, nothing too frightful for my moppet's eyes (though Sneaky Russians are once again vilified for our American pleasure). No, merely confusion and boredom are present this Saturday night, as the entire family is forced to wonder just for whom this movie was made. Is it for the little girls who love cutesy puppies acting like they're people? Is it for young teen boys with complex feelings towards their parents, such as this film's protagonist? Or is it for anyone who loves football so much they'll consent to watching a golden retriever intercept passes, in a desperate attempt to stave off post-Superbowl© blues a little longer? Based on our differing yet collective responses, it's for no-one.
The upshot is this; when young Josh (Kevin Zegers) is forced to recognize that his widowed mom Jackie (Cynthia Stevenson) is about to start dating again, his only recourse is to retreat into a world where his dog Buddy can play football better than anyone. Luckily Buddy - a barking Bo Jackson if ever there was one - has already proved his sports prowess as a spectacular hoopster in his first feature, simply titled Air Bud. It's no problem, and really no surprise, when Buddy shows he can easily forgo dropping the rock in favor of pouncing on the pigskin. The only complications come in the form of Buddy's gridiron-loving veterinarian Dr. Sullivan (Gregory Harrison), a confident gent who happens to want to put Josh's mom's backfield in motion, (I'm straining here, I know) and also in the form of two Evil Russian Buffoons (including Nora Dunn) who want Buddy for their Evil Animal Circus.
For what it's worth, it's all business-as-usual the whole way through. You can feel the beats before they hit, and the only thing to really hold your interest (unless you fit into the .0001th percentile that is actually looking for a picture just like this) is the football, and for that, my friends, I am grateful. Buddy's efforts on the football field, and guest-luminary Tim Conway's amusing turn as an announcer, will hold sports nuts' attention briefly. But through it all, you may struggle a bit figuring out just which member of your family is supposed to be enthralled, and which merely placated: And that is often the problem with family entertainment - sometimes total inclusivity leaves everyone wanting.
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PARK CITY, Utah (Dec. 21) – The Yahoo! Big Air and Style Jib Jam wrapped up the Chevy Truck U.S. Snowboard Grand Prix from the Park City Mountain Resort Saturday with a rider judged rail exhibition. Top honors went to local Park City All Star Chris Engelsman, who spun a switch 270 to boardslide down the ledge of the Yahoo! 50-foot staircase. The trick was one of three solid moves to accumulate 37 points from his peers and the $5000 pay off.
As the only three women to compete, Jessica Dalpiaz, Hana Beaman and Jaime MacCleod shared the crown and took home $700 each. Finishing second for the men was Seth Hout with 30 points followed by Chris Coulter with 21 points.
"The Yahoo! event was really fun because it was an original set-up," said Engelsman. "As an invitation only event all the guys who were competing today are the top guys in the country, these are all the guys that the kids are checking out in the magazines so it's fun to be a part of it."
A relaxed competition, the Yahoo! Big Air and Style Jib Jam was run with three 15 minute sessions where riders could pack in as many tricks as possible with the top trick from each heat being scored. Both the men and women competed together mixing up moves on the two ledges separated by a double kinked rail down 50 feet of stairs.
"It's really cool to be a part of such a friendly competition," said Beaman, who wrapped up the competition sliding the rail next both Dalpiaz and MacCleod. "We are all really happy to ride together and it doesn't hurt that we get to take home a little money at the same time."
In the past few years, Park City Mountain Resort has made a commitment to creating a top-notch snowboard park and the Yahoo! Big Air and Style exhibition placed a quality stamp on that commitment. Park City All Star team member Jeremy Jones added, "Park City started listening to what the riders want and this is the result. Today was great with the Yahoo! exhibition because the feature was designed by the riders, so it only seems fitting that the riders should judge it as well."
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Johnson County auditor overspent equipment budget by $58,000
5 voting-related computers had been authorized, but 70 were purchased
IOWA CITY — Outgoing Johnson County Auditor Tom Slockett recently spent $58,000 more than his office was approved for to buy a couple of hundred pieces of voting-related equipment.
Slockett's action appeared to circumvent the county's budget and purchasing procedures, county supervisors said Thursday. Board of Supervisors Chairman Rod Sullivan said it was "downright deceitful."
"In eight years here, I've never seen a more egregious thumbing of the nose of the budget process," he said.
The county's budget for the current fiscal year, which was approved by the supervisors last March, grants the Auditor's Office $4,310 for five new computers for use at election precincts. Slockett asked for 70 computers during the budget discussions that took place nearly a year ago, but that request was denied in part because the information technology director said a new technician would need to be hired to service that many machines.
Last month, Slockett bought 70 laptops, 70 identification scanners and 70 printers at a total cost of $62,580, according to a copy of the invoice.
At the prices Slockett paid, buying five of each item would have tallied $4,470.
The purchase was discovered this week, Supervisor Janelle Rettig said.
Slockett, who is an elected official and the head of his office, handled the purchase himself, officials said.
Normally, a department head would have worked with the Information Technology Department on such a deal, officials said. Also, when county funds are used to buy something, a purchase claim is filled out and sent to the Auditor's Office, which is charged with reviewing them. Those claims then go to the Board of Supervisors for final approval.
Sullivan said he believes that Slockett, as head of the Auditor's Office, slid the purchase past the normal process. Sullivan said he has not spoken with Slockett about the matter and probably will not until the supervisors meeting next Thursday, "with recorders running."
The supervisors rely on the Auditor's Office to review claims, they said. They can get hundreds each week, sometimes totaling in the millions of dollars, and Sullivan and Rettig said it would be micromanaging for the five supervisors to examine each of them.
Rettig and Sullivan cast mostly ceremonial votes against the list of claims at the supervisors' meeting Thursday. The Auditor's Office's computer purchase was among claims approved a few weeks ago and has been paid, but Rettig said Slockett's action showed that the supervisors do not have proper control measures in place.
"Obviously, people can spend money how they want and not how it's budgeted," she said.
Slockett did not respond to two phone messages during the work day Thursday, and two employees said he was not in the office when a Gazette reporter went there in t he morning.
In an email last night, Slockett said he was in the office Thursday morning. He also questioned several parts of the Gazette story.
He asked how the Gazette received a copy of the invoice (it is a public record) and how the $58,000 number was arrived at (that is how much Slockett spent over the budgeted amount).
Slockett also noted that the board had approved the purchase claim.
He asked questions about an assertion in an earlier version of the story posted online that his office was over budget. Multiple supervisors said that, but the story was later updated to clarify that while the recent purchase exceeded what was budgeted, the overall budget of the Auditor's Office may not be over.
"I don't think a 'he said, she said' response from me has any purpose at this time," he wrote.
Although Slockett overspent on that o ne line item for the computers, he could make up the difference by cutting back elsewhere and not be over budget for the Auditor's Office as a whole, said Rich Claiborne, the county's budget coordinator.
But Slockett did buy the computers with money from a different fund than the one the five approved computers were budgeted in, Claiborne said.
Supervisor Pat Harney said elected officials should be allowed to run their offices and make purchases if the costs can be absorbed elsewhere in their budgets. But he's concerned about the apparent break from protocol with this deal.
"The outward appearance here was that it wasn't out in the open in how it was done," he said.
Rettig said the problem was that Slockett's initial request for 70 computers was denied and he bought them anyway. If a non-elected department head did that, she said, she'd vote to fire the person immediately.
County Attorney Janet Lyness said she did not have enough information on the matter to comment.
Slockett has been Johnson County's auditor and elections commissioner since 1977. He lost the June Democratic primary election after stories in The Gazette concerning questionable ethical practices by Slockett and displeasure from his fellow Democrats.
Democrat Travis Weipert of Tiffin is the only auditor candidate on the Nov. 6 ballot and is expected to replace Slockett.
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Derwen Cottage is an extremely large yet cosy property, perfectly suited for family and friends to visit South Wales for a holiday or special event. Whilst it is close to Cardiff it is ideally located in a rural village next to the village pub perfect for a quiet night after a busy day exploring the area.
Although this house is perfect for a larger group of up to twelve people in total, it can be subdivided to allow flexibility to accommodate smaller groups with an appropriate discount.
The property has the added advantage of a private gate from the garden to the excellent village pub next door.
The total property comprises 3 double bedrooms (2 upstairs and one en suite downstairs), one twin bedroom upstairs, four sofabeds, two further family bathrooms, two living/dining rooms (the main one is 26 x 20 feet) and a snug, a fully fitted kitchen and a separate kitchenette.
Gas central heating with additional heating from a wood burner in the sitting room. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 3 x TVs (2 with Freeview including 1 with full Sky package), 3 x DVDs, CD/radio, free WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs available. Fuel, power and starter pack for wood burner included in rent. Bed linen and towels also included in rent. 2 travel cots, highchairs and baby baths are available on request.
The property is very large but still has that cosy and welcoming feel.
The property has it's own private patio area and parking facilities for three (possibly four) cars. Note - there is a BBQ available but we do not provide a gas BBQ because of health and safety concerns. Access to the pub next door is via a private gate at the front of this property, which is also used by the owners.
It is the perfect location for the larger family or group holiday. If you do not believe us then have a look at our reviews!
Please contact us for a quote. It would be useful if you could provide as much detail regarding the visit as possible especially where larger groups are involved. We will consider enquiries from sensible hen and stag groups between 1st October and 30th April only. We have a special two night tariff for these weekends and will be subject to the receipt of a refundable security deposit to cover both noise nuisance and property damage in excess of normal wear and tear.
We are a local couple that are fortunate to live next door to our holiday cottage and so are fully aware of the perfect location of the property. It has only since we bought the house that we have realised just what is available to visitors to the local area and why so many people book with us. When you grow up in an area sometimes you do not see what is right in front of you!
We put a lot of energy and effort into ensuring that our guests enjoy the experience of staying at our property from initial contact right through to the end of their stay. We are on hand to assist but not interfere and queries are answered as quickly as possible.
Our philosophy is straightforward - create a place that we would love to stay ourselves. And we believe we have succeeded as our reviews will confirm!
Christine and Rob Hughes purchased this house in 2012
The property is fantastic! Very big spacious rooms as described. Chris and Rob are fantastic hosts! We have made new friendships, thats how awesome they have been to our family! Highly recommend and will surely return!!!
An amazing place to stay. So much space. Perfect for our family of 7 to stay for a wedding in Cardiff. Beautiful views and so peaceful. Christine and Rob were so helpful and laid back. Thank you for the provisions too. The pub next door is a great place to eat. The house is so well equipped. The best I've ever stayed in. We wished we could have stayed longer. If you are looking for a place to stay with a large group in the Cardiff area I would recommend Derwrn Cottage.
When we arrived Chris showed us around the house and told us all we needed to know. We found the house perfect for our family get together weekend. We were a family of 6 adults and 4 children aged 18 months to 4 years old. There was more than enough space for us all and we loved the open plan feel of the house. The kitchen had everything we needed for a BBQ Saturday and a huge roast on Sunday. We all enjoyed the garden and patio area and due to the weather being good it was gr at time outside and for the kids to be playing hide and seek. This home from home is at a great price and has everything you need for a family holiday. We will definitely be back! Thanks you Chris and Rob.
We had a brilliant time staying in this cottage. The cottage is spacious, clean and in a fantastic countryside location but also close enough to Cardiff centre.
Rob and Chris were very helpful with responding to queries quickly. On arrival there was even some essentials in the fridge which was greatly appreciated.
Overall our stay was great - thank you to Rob and Chris!!
7 adults stayed here to use the house as a base for Cardiff. The house was easy to find and we parked 4 cars on the drive for the weekend. We were met by Christine, who showed us around the house and explained how everything worked before leaving us. The house was easily big enough for us all to move around, get ready, cook breakfast etc. without tripping over each other and the front room is an excellent size for large families / groups. A taxi into Cardiff is about £20 and this arrangement is better that 4 separate hotel rooms. It's a lovely house in a lovey area with a great pub - The Cefn Mably Arms - lovely owners who we may have visited on one or two occasions while staying.....
Great weekend, thoroughly enjoyed and will defiantly be looking to book again for next year.
This property was ideal for our needs with a mixed range of adults and children of different ages, all were perfectly accommodated especially with the 2 cottage set up. Both cottages were well equipped with everything that is needed, the basics were provided (tea, coffee, milk, dish washer tablets, washing up liquid, kitchen roll etc). Lots of towels and comfortable bedding were provided too
The location is ideal for beach, walking, mountain biking, site seeing in general (choice of 3 castles :-) and is close enough to Cardiff for a city visit.
Christine and Rob were very helpful with booking and ensuring our stay was perfect.
The pub next door was ideal, we visited twice and where not disappointed with any of the dishes.
We would highly recommend this property to family and friends and hope to go back as there is so much to do in the area it is well worth a second visit.
Thank you
Things to do - too many to mention ...........
Activities - walking, fishing, golf. The local area has many golf courses including the world famous Celtic Manor Resort, the venue for the 2010 Ryder Cup.
Entertainment - Derwen Cottages are ideally situated for Cardiff's Principality Stadium as well as other venues such as the Motorpoint Arena, the St David's Centre and the Millennium Centre. Doctor Who location spotting is a popular pastime in this area.
Sports - the Principality Millennium Stadium is within easy reach as is the Cardiff City Stadium the home of Cardiff City Football Club, Cardiff Arms Park the ground of the Cardiff Blues and also the Swalec Stadium which is a Test venue as well as the homeground of Glamorgan Cricket Club.
Seaside - Barry Island, Porthcawl and Ogmore are all less than an hour away. The Gower Peninsular is a popular area for a day out.
Heritage Sites - Big Pit, Rhondda Heritage Park and St Fagans for a start.
Eating out - Derwen Cottages are conveniently situated to a family run public house and restaurant. The Cefn Mably Arms has a full menu and is highly recommended if you just want a quiet meal and drink at the end of the day without the hassle of driving. There are also many other country pubs and restaurants in the area as well as Cardiff Bay for the more adventurous
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|Minimum Price
|Additional Nights
|Weekend Night
|Event Price
Autumn 2017 *
31 Aug 2017 - 31 Dec 2017
2 night minimum stay
for 2 nights
|Notes: Rates are based on 8 guests; add £15 per night, per additional guest
Winter/Spring 2018 *
1 Jan 2018 - 26 Apr 2018
2 night minimum stay
for 2 nights
|Notes: Rates are based on 8 guests; add £15 per night, per additional guest
Local Event *
27 Apr 2018 - 30 Apr 2018
2 night minimum stay
for 2 nights
|Notes: Rates are based on 8 guests; add £20 per night, per additional guest
Spring 2018 *
1 May 2018 - 19 Jun 2018
2 night minimum stay
for 2 nights
|Notes: Rates are based on 8 guests; add £15 per night, per additional guest
Local event *
20 Jun 2018 - 25 Jun 2018
2 night minimum stay
for 2 nights
|Notes: Rates are based on 8 guests; add £30 per night, per additional guest
Spring 2018 *
26 Jun 2018 - 26 Jul 2018
2 night minimum stay
for 2 nights
Summer 2018*
27 Jul 2018 - 3 Sep 2018
Changeover Day: Friday
2 night minimum stay
for 2 nights
|Notes: Rates are based on 8 guests; add £15 per night, per additional guest
Autumn 2018 *
4 Sep 2018 - 20 Dec 2018
2 night minimum stay
for 2 nights
|Notes: Rates are based on 8 guests; add £15 per night, per additional guest
Xmas/New Year 2018 *
21 Dec 2018 - 2 Jan 2019
2 night minimum stay
for 2 nights
|Notes: Rates are based on 8 guests; add £20 per night, per additional guest
My Standard Rate
2 night minimum stay
for 2 nights
|No additional mandatory fees
* Please note the above prices represent our minimum tariffs and are based upon a bed occupancy of 8 people staying for three nights. Additional bed/sofa bed spaces (maximum 4) are available at an additional cost of £15 pppn (£20 - £30 pppn at peak times).
If only two nights required nightly price is as advertised plus 25% (10% for Autumn 2017 dates).
Progressive additional night discounts apply to stays in excess of 3 nights.
We reserve the right to charge an additional tariff for bank holidays, special occasions and events and to request a security deposit if we consider it necessary.
Please ask us for a quote.
A 30% deposit is required on booking with the balance due 8 weeks before arrival. There is no charge for bank transfers but a 2.5% surcharge applies to payments made by credit card via PayPal


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KARACHI was once known as 'the City of Lights'. With the passage of time it lost everything: its beauty, colours and life. Now people live in constant terror.
What happened to this city? Karachi is very important. It is in the suffocating grip of extortionists, drug mafia and terrorists who have sabotaged peace and tranquillity. Who is at loss, our political parties or common public?
Karachi is still on fire, people can't keep up with their routine life. They have lost their beloved ones in the tug-of-war of others.
The MQM has stated that the army should be called out to maintain the law and order situation, whereas other political parties have opposed this idea. Calling the army for help displays the failure of our democratic leadership as far as Karachi is concerned.
The government and the opposition should set aside their difference and focus on Karachi's situation, as the state alone is responsible for the safety and security of its individuals.
Karachi bleeding
KARACHI is bleeding because people in the corridors of power lack the political will to bring an end to violence in the city.
Thousands of people have lost their lives in Karachi during the last five years due to so-called reconciliation politics.
The Pakistan Peoples Party is solely governing the province of Sindh after winning the May 11 elections and seems least concerned about restoring peace to the metropolitan.
It is the responsibility of the provincial government to ensure security of life and property of the people but it seems that the government has failed to fulfil its constitutional obligation.
There is hardly any crime that is not prevalent in Karachi. Extortion, kidnapping for ransom, robberies, thefts, sectarian and ethnic killings, land grabbing, bomb blasts and what not, all sort of crimes are rampant in Karachi today, making it the most dangerous city to live in The entire city has descended into a state of fear and no one can imagine the psychological trauma that citizens go through daily because of the law and order situation.
I find it strange why the ruling elite are sitting idle knowing well that Karachi is the major contributor to the national exchequer and the prevailing state of affairs is resulting in the flight of capital and business from the city, leading to the weakening of the economy.
Solutions and steps to improve the situation of Karachi are highlighted in the media over and over again but no one is willing to fix the problem. The law-enforcement agencies — whether it is the police or Rangers — have turned a blind eye to the state of affairs in Karachi. This is indeed quite appalling and incomprehensible.
I wonder how many more lives it will take for the authorities to launch a full-fledged operation against the perpetrators.


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Exhilarating as it might be in a fictional context, there's nothing glamorous about the reality of gunplay. On freshly-minted promo single Don't Shoot, Houston vet Chamillionaire urges listeners not to get suckered in by romanticized portraits of criminal life, spitting, "Your favorite rapper ain't in the streets / He at a nice hotel or at a festival." In addition to puncturing rap mythology, Cham takes the opportunity to opine on who the real thugs are in American society. Over Smoke Beatz's epic string/choral production, he lets loose at drug-dealing cops, NSA snoops and racist vigilantes (both uniformed and otherwise). Do I even have to specify that his flow is impeccable? Don't Shoot isn't part of a larger project, but those feeling it can keep their browsers locked for more from the Southern mainstay.


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Melissa N. Peiffer, 33, Brighton, speed, $87.
Kimberly S. Hedges, 42, Oakville, speed, $119.
Rodney Edward Fowler, 54, Winfield, failure to maintain control, $200.
Jennifer Ann Smith, 35, New London, speed, $87.
Thomas R. Jones, 49, Ottumwa, speed, $87.
Ethel G. McDowell, 80, Mt. Pleasant, failure to yield upon entering highway, $195.
Diana M. Speikermeier, 50, Ft. Madison, speed, $87.
Kevin Michael Kniffen, 28, Burlington, failure to maintain control, $200.
Jermoe J. Childs, 27, Mt. Pleasant, speed, $87.
Wesley Eugene Atkinson, 19, Winfield, speed, $227.
Julia Louise Palmer, 49, Mt. Pleasant, speed, $114.
Tarren Paul Kopp, 29, Sigourney, failure to obey flashing red light, $195.
Jeff Wayne Shoden, 27, Rochester, Minn., speed, $119.
Tina Marie McDowell, 25, Mt. Pleasant, speed, $114.
Jeff A. Fedler, 29, Crawfordsville, speed, $87.
Kent Michael Rector, 35, Mediapolis, failure to obey a stop sign, $200.
Carter E. Newt, 34, East Dubuque, Ill., speed, $114.
Hardin Rouner Harrington, 63, Edina, Mo., speed, $168.
Hardin Rouner Harrington, 63, Edina, Mo., failure to wear/maintain safety belts, $127.50.
Jose Antonio Eguia Jr., 21, Fairfield, no driver's license, $330.
Jose Antonio Eguia Jr., 21, Fairfield, failure to have valid license, $330.
Pearl Ann Crow, 44, Winfield, failure to secure child under 18 years of age, $195.
James Peter Seyb, 34, Donnellson, speed, $114.
Bryson Dean, 72, Iowa City, speed, $114.
Ida L. Ward, 55, Quincy, Ill., speed, $114.
Taylor Scott Loftsgaarden, 23, Shoreview, Minn., speed, $114.
Michael Bradley Osburn, 29, Mt. Pleasant, speed, $114.
John Bernard Moeller, 40, Keota, failure to comply with safety regulation rules, $127.50.
Mary Elizabeth Bump, 28, Washington, speed, $114.
Delbert Duane Alber, 41, Burlington, failure to have valid license/permit while operating a motor vehicle, $330.
Sudhirchandra Chimanlal Brahmbhatt, 56, Orlando, Fla., speed, $249.
Todd Leonard Larson, 38, Oelwein, failure to wear/maintain safety belts, $127.50.
Viktor Zagorulko, 58, Naperville, Ill., speed, $168.
Earl Lee Deatherage, 74, Boone, speed, $114.
Justin K. Becker, 25, Lynn Center, Ill., speed, $114.
Timothy Mark Job, 50, Washington, brake lights and right turn signal inoperative, $127.50.
Timothy Mark Job, 50, Washington, no shipping papers, $330.
James L. Speer, 35, Moscow Mills, Mo., no Iowa trip permit, $127.50.
James L. Speer, 35, Moscow Mills, Mo., no Iowa fuel permit, $330.
April Dawn Love Templeton, 40, Mt. Pleasant, failure to maintain control, $195.
Stacey Renee Smith, 30, Mt. Pleasant, registration violation, $87.
Stacey Renee Smith, 30, Lockridge, operation without registration, $127.50.
Angela Christine Seidel, 36, Ft. Madison, operation without registration, $127.50.
Shawn Patrick Patterson, 42, Mt. Pleasant, false reports to public safety entities, $177.75.
Donald Charles Johnson Jr., 45, Mt. Pleasant, possession of marijuana – second offense, three days in jail with less credit for time already served, driver's license revoked for 180 days, $625 plus court costs and surcharges.
Chanh Quang Nhu Bui, 25, Mt. Pleasant, child endangerment, two years on probation, $625 plus court costs and surcharges.


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She was born June 19, 1936, in Needmore to the late Usty Edmond and Ethel Alexander Hance. She was a nursing aide at Mitchell's Nursing Home and a member of the Ola Freewill Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Tom Via; sister, Hazel Robinson; and a brother, Bud Hance.
Survivors include her children, Donna and Bud Walker of Russellville, Sammy Via of Ola, Ricky and Nancy Via of Pottsville and Doug and Amie Via of Dardanelle; two brothers, George Hance and Luther Hance, both of Casa; three sisters, Bernice Scruggs of Casa, Betty Tanner of Concord and Lola Smith of Plainview; 11 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.
Funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. today at the Freewill Baptist Church in Ola with the Revs. Bobby Wells, John David Keeling and Shane Chancellor officiating. Interment will be at Birta Cemetery.
Pallbearers are Eddie Joe Lawrence, Ronnie Hance, Charles Hance, Michael Hance, Dennis Smith, Scott Hance, J.R. Haney and Larry Rose.
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Totally agree ness!
Kyle and Z are the only two Disney stars I've ever truly enjoyed! Kyle was, of course, way different than Z, but gosh he was just so likable and he tries so hard and improved so much. Totally earned his final 2 spot, and honestly, I wish he would've taken the mirror ball, just like I would t mind seeing Z take it this season!
Can't wait for the show tomorrow for Team Z!! And of course, her own individual dance!


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Lights, camera, action... India camp gets underway
Coming after a 19-day break from cricket, and looking to switch from one-day mode to Test preparation, the last thing one would want to do first up is shoot a promo. N Ananthanarayanan reports.cricket Updated: Feb 17, 2013 00:27 IST
Coming after a 19-day break from cricket, and looking to switch from one-day mode to Test preparation, the last thing one would want to do first up is shoot a promo.
The break after the England ODIs was skipper MS Dhoni's idea, but he didn't seem to have much choice as far as the official broadcaster's demand was concerned.
Changed into whites from the training attire of blue and grey, he was in the stands of the Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday morning as a motley group milled around.
He repeated the punch line for the Test series against Australia many times into the camera as reflectors focused the brightness of the studio lights on him, before being allowed to go and join his team-mates.
Fiery start
It all seemed a bit chaotic to begin with. To add to it, a temporary sight-screen caught fire after a spark from welding work in the pavilion fell on it. A fire extinguisher was used on it but the flames still burnt bright. The stadium personnel came in a few minutes and pulled down the white cloth to douse the flames.
The India team management has decided the short camp is enough to prepare for the major series kicking off in Chennai on Friday. But they will be mindful of the fact that visiting teams are no longer strangers in the region.
The Indian Premier League has also played its role.
Rivals' plans
India also had a three-day camp before the England series. The visitors sweated it out in two warm-up games, and flew in their own spinners after the hosts did not pick any for the side games. And that paid off handsomely with India losing 1-2 after winning the first Test.
India's home invincibility is being tested. Australia, though seen as a lesser challenge than England, are also preparing elaborately after sending their squad in batches. Dhoni and coach Duncan Fletcher have serious areas to focus on - the opener's slot, the No 6 position, the bowling unit and whether to pick a third spinner.
The simulated match was not wrapped up until around 5 pm, when play normally ends. Virender Sehwag, who has started wearing spectacles with minor power recently, batted first up and then some more in the National Cricket Academy nets. In the afternoon, he had a long session taking low catches to prepare for slip duty.
Ajinkya Rahane, a candidate for No 6, had a long stint and so did Ravindra Jadeja, the one with the all-rounder's credentials in the side. Bhuvneshwar Kumar looked sharp bowling with Ishant and batted a fair bit.
The one constant was Sachin Tendulkar's training routine. After his batting was over, he even bowled leg spin to Harbhajan Singh.


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This book was so good, I found myself thinking about it even when I wasn't reading it. It's loosely based on a few true stories. One storyline is drawn from the recent story about an all-girls school near Boston where students started having mysterious fits, and the other is drawn from the circumstances which led to the Salem Witch Trials. And as if that isn't enough, the author is a direct descendent of three of the women who were accused of being witches during the madness in Salem. This narrative is split between two main characters -- Coleen Rowley, who is a student at the school where girls start having fits, and Ann Putnam, one of the teenagers who claimed she was bewitched. It's perfectly written -- all the teenage voices feel authentic. Even at the end of this book, I was left wondering about the cause of all the madness in both storylines.
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Several New York City and Chicago restaurants have decided to offer new dining options to enhance customers' enjoyment of their meals.
For breakfast, diners may now choose to eat at a regular table or to eat lying down. Beds, pillows, linens, and medical equipment are provided; pyjamas are optional. The customer is required to feign sleep and mutter incoherently when shaken awake. Waiters and waitresses will bring soft-boiled eggs, toast, two aspirin, and weak tea to the bed after taking the diner's temperature and blood pressure. The diner must leave the restaurant by wheelchair after eating. This option is for those diners who enjoy being hospital patients.
For lunch and dinner, diners may eat at a regular table or may choose a soft chair with a foot rest and a TV tray. Clothing is required, and the TV will be turned on to a program of the management's choosing. There will be absolutely no channel surfing. This option is for those diners who enjoy shovelling in their food while watching TV.
Diners who want to duplicate their Monday through Friday eating experiences may choose to sit in a car for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The waiter or waitress will bring them fast food sandwiches and boiling hot or icy cold drinks with ill-fitting tops and a great deal of drippy condensation. They will not receive condiments or the correct change. This option is for diners who no longer know how to eat outside of a car.
The final option includes having a woman in a flowered, ruffled apron stand next to the table and say one or more of the following sentences: "mangia, mangia," "Eat, tottela, eat," "You're not getting any dessert until you finish your vegetables," "What do you mean you're not hungry?", "If you don't like what we're having, do the shopping and the cooking yourself!" or "Could you stop guzzling your food and talk to me for just one minute?" This option is for those diners who had mothers who cooked for them.
Prices will be comparable to an ordinary dining experience except for the car option, where diners will have to pay tolls and parking tickets in addition to their meals, and the hospital option, where diners will have to pay hospital fees and the cost of the aspirin, which is $27 per tablet.


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H.I.D Light issue
I had some H.I.D lights installed and having a issue with them. They seem to flicker and cant figure it out. The installed tried two different ballasts and different bulbs and they still flicker.
Put back in the correct halogen bulbs and problems solved(and legal).
to answer your question, the computer in your car is more advanced than anything you've had before. it is sensing the change in voltage and is causing the problems. there is no simple way to hook HIDs up into a compass/patriot.
Problem fixed for the flicker in the lights. I got a different brand bulbs and the problem is gone.
do everyone else a favor and get rid of them. here is a very good read as to why HIDs are not a good (or legal) idea to have in your car:
After 2 days of being replaced not one flicker. I had the Sylvania bulbs before but weren't bright enough.
In order to "propery" install HID lamps in your vehicle, electrically speaking, is to put resistors inline with the headlight wiring to bring the voltage down to a level accepted by the computer. However, your lamp housing is not designed for HID lamps. The position of the arc, what would be a filament in a standard bulb would be positioned incorrectly for your lamp housing. The result, a lot of blinded and pissed off drivers infront of you.
The problem I had was defective bulbs he used. Ordered a new set and problem was gone. He installed a relay pack that worked great. The 8000k he install has a low/high beam. I don't like how blue they are so going with some 6000k that is more of a white light. This is my third car with H.I.D lights and never been flashed from having them.
High beam HID's are illegal no matter what.The vehicles that come with low/high beam HID's just re-aim the low beam for high beam function so not a true low/high beam.
My Mini S has HID lights, and I love them. Provided, they auto aim themselves to the correct position. If you really can't live without them...perhaps a projector retrofit designed for HID bulbs??? I've seen some pretty nice ones in my VWing days lol. May look kinda goofy in the patriots round headlight housing though lol.
OP, please read the article i posted above. there are several reasons that HID retrofitted lights are not safe. for one, you actually see better with the hallogen bulbs you had before
regardless of how many cars you've had HIDs in, it's never a good idea to put them in cars that don't have them from the factory. like i said, read the article i posted above. it has test results the government did on these kits, and shows a computerized beam pattern of three cars, clearly showing why they're unsafe and illegal.
bottom line: they're a bad idea, and the only people that buy them are the ones uninformed to their danger. it's people like me and Photolithic that try and educate people to get these pieces of garbage off the roads.
Some people over at the ZJ side are starting to do HID projector retrofits because our ZJ's stock housing suck arse. I am planing on doing one of those swaps because I can't see anything in that Jeep. My Patriot with silver stars is quite impressive beating out my dads Merc GL with projectors.
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