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Strong, linebacker Edmond turning honesty into policy
AUSTIN — One morning during the final month of his Texas football career, one of the best Longhorns ever to play his position finally fessed up.
By that time, reporters weren't flocking to him like they once did. As an underclassman, he'd been a media darling, consistently engaging and insightful, but it didn't last. Gradually, his responses became shorter, drier and more robotic, and by his senior year, little evidence of a personality remained.
The change, he confided, was by design. He'd become boring on purpose.
What that player understood, unfortunately, was that the safest answer almost always is the one everyone expects. It's why, years later, a member of UT's coaching staff showered effusive public praise on a player he routinely blasted as a liability in private. It's why no one ever takes an athletic director's vote of confidence or a coach's job-interest denial or a player's compliment of an opponent seriously.
And it's why Steve Edmond and Charlie Strong shocked people this week by saying things everyone already knew to be true.
If, five days ago, you woke up believing that UT considered Baylor an esteemed, not-at-all-inferior fellow Big 12 institution worthy of its upmost respect, you probably also thought Scott Drew is on Rick Barnes' Christmas-card list.
If, three days ago, you woke up believing that the Longhorns make next year's national title game with four new starters on the offensive line and a quarterback mess comprised of the young, raw and chronically concussed, you're probably holding out hope for Dennis Kucinich in 2016.
But when Edmond, a typically thoughtful and understated UT linebacker, declared Saturday that he dislikes Baylor, that he believes the Longhorns are a better team despite three losses in four years, and that he considers the Bears "trash," people went wild.
Then on Monday, when Strong told a group of alumni in Fort Worth that the Longhorns "will not be in the national championship game" right away, the outrage came from within UT's fan base. After all, didn't Strong understand he's expected to call his team a contender even if it means being dishonest?
Lies would have been safer. Edmond could have congratulated the Bears on their first Big 12 championship and said he admires them, and Strong could have said he expects to win every game. That's what his predecessor always did, and he lasted 16 years.
Strong, though, is not the smoke-blowing type. If he's been consistent about anything during his first three months on the job, it's been in his demand for accountability. He tells his players not to make promises they can't keep. So when he spoke to fans munching on enchiladas Monday, he didn't want to make one of those, either.
Edmond's motivations were less clear, and probably less thought-out. He brought the Bears up on his own and had no reason to give an opinion at all. But even though Strong said Edmond has "got to be smarter than that," he didn't reprimand him publicly, and UT hasn't forced the linebacker to apologize.
For years, a major criticism of the Longhorns was that they had become too soft and too corporate, and that they'd focused more on telling people what they wanted to hear than what they actually did.
This week, Strong and Edmond showed things might be changing. The Longhorns won't be boring.
Not on purpose, anyway.
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Global Study Comparing a rivAroxaban-based Antithrombotic Strategy to an antipLatelet-based Strategy After Transcatheter aortIc vaLve rEplacement to Optimize Clinical Outcomes (GALILEO)
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|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT02556203
Recruitment Status : Terminated (Imbalance in the efficacy and safety endpoints between treatment arms in favor of comparator)
First Posted : September 22, 2015
Last Update Posted : May 21, 2019
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To assess whether a rivaroxaban-based anticoagulation strategy, following successful TAVR, compared to an antiplatelet-based strategy, is superior in reducing death or first thromboembolic events (DTE).
To assess the primary bleeding events (PBE) of the rivaroxaban-based strategy compared to an antiplateletbased strategy, following TAVR.
|Condition or disease
|Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement
|Drug: Rivaroxaban (Xarelto, BAY59-7939) Drug: Acetylsalicylic acid Drug: Clopidogrel
|Phase 3
|Study Type :
|Interventional (Clinical Trial)
|Actual Enrollment :
|1653 participants
|Intervention Model:
|Parallel Assignment
|None (Open Label)
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|Official Title:
|Global Multicenter, Open-label, Randomized, Event-driven, Active-controlled Study Comparing a rivAroxaban-based Antithrombotic Strategy to an antipLatelet-based Strategy After Transcatheter aortIc vaLve rEplacement (TAVR) to Optimize Clinical Outcomes
|Actual Study Start Date :
|December 16, 2015
|Actual Primary Completion Date :
|November 27, 2018
|Actual Study Completion Date :
|November 27, 2018
Experimental: Rivaroxaban + ASA
Rivaroxaban + ASA (Acetylsalicylic acid) followed by rivaroxaban alone
Drug: Rivaroxaban (Xarelto, BAY59-7939)
10 mg OD (once-daily)
Drug: Acetylsalicylic acid
75 - 100 mg OD (for first 90 days only in arm 1)
Active Comparator: ASA + Clopidogrel
ASA + Clopidogrel followed by ASA alone
Drug: Acetylsalicylic acid
75 - 100 mg OD (for first 90 days only in arm 1)
Drug: Clopidogrel
75 mg OD for first 90 days
- Death or first adjudicated thromboembolic event (DTE) defined as composite of all-cause death and adjudicated any stroke, MI, symptomatic valve thrombosis, PE, DVT, or non-CNS SE [ Time Frame: Up to 25 months ]MI: Myocardial infarction, PE: Pulmonary embolism, DVT: Deep vein thrombosis, non-CNS SE: Non-central nervous system systemic embolism
- Primary bleeding event defined as the composite of adjudicated life-threatening, disabling or major bleeding, classified according to the VARC definitions following the BARC classification [ Time Frame: Up to 25 months ]VARC:Valve academic research consortium, BARC: Bleeding academic research consortium
- Composite of cardiovascular death, any stroke, myocardial infarction, symptomatic valve thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis or non-CNS systemic embolism [ Time Frame: Up to 25 months ]
- Net-clinical-benefit defined as the composite of all-cause death, any stroke, myocardial infarction, symptomatic valve thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis, non-CNS systemic embolism, life threatening, disabling and major bleeds [ Time Frame: Up to 25 months ]
- Bleeding complications defined as any of the following: composite of TIMI major or minor bleeds, ISTH major bleeding, composite of BARC 2, 3, or 5 bleeding [ Time Frame: Up to 25 months ]TIMI: Thrombolysis in Myocardial Infarction, ISTH: International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis
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Successful TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement) of an aortic valve stenosis (either native or valve-in-valve)
- By iliofemoral or subclavian access
- With any approved/marketed device
Exclusion Criteria:
- Atrial fibrillation (AF), current or previous, with an ongoing indication for oral anticoagulant treatment
- Any other indication for continued treatment with any oral anticoagulant (OAC)
- Known bleeding diathesis (such as but not limited to active internal bleeding, clinically significant bleeding, platelet count ≤ 50,000/mm3 at screening, hemoglobin level < 8.5 g/dL, active peptic ulcer or known gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding, history of intracranial hemorrhage or subdural hematoma)
- Any ongoing absolute indication for dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) at time of screening that is unrelated to the TAVR procedure
- Clinically overt stroke within the last 3 months
- Planned coronary or vascular intervention or major surgery
- Severe renal impairment (eGFR < 30 mL/min/1.73 m2) or on dialysis, or post-TAVR unresolved acute kidney injury with renal dysfunction stage 2 or higher
- Moderate and severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Class B or C) or any hepatic disease associated with coagulopathy
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|First Posted:
|September 22, 2015 Key Record Dates
|Last Update Posted:
|May 21, 2019
|Last Verified:
|May 2019
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Transfemoral aortic valve implantation
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors
Purinergic P2Y Receptor Antagonists
Purinergic P2 Receptor Antagonists
Purinergic Antagonists
Purinergic Agents
Neurotransmitter Agents
Molecular Mechanisms of Pharmacological Action
Physiological Effects of Drugs
Factor Xa Inhibitors
Serine Proteinase Inhibitors
Protease Inhibitors
Enzyme Inhibitors
Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal
Analgesics, Non-Narcotic
Sensory System Agents
Peripheral Nervous System Agents
Anti-Inflammatory Agents
Antirheumatic Agents
Fibrinolytic Agents
Fibrin Modulating Agents
Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors

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'Sadeiassa jokin sai hänet varpailleen, jokin sai hänet toivomaan, että hän voisi koskettaa tämän hameenhelmaa, edes vain helmaa, kuin kangas olisi osa Sadeiaa, ja Tirilaiaa raivostutti, häntä raivostutti nyt, hän ei ollut samanlainen kuin kaikki ne typerät lampaat, jotka sokeina aukoivat suutaan odottaen Sadeialta herkkuja, vai oliko hän juuri sellainen, hän ja valkosuklaakanit, hän ei tosiaan voinut vastustaa niitä, hän oli kaikkien muiden yläpuolella, hän oli Sadeian alapuolella, hän olisi musteenmusta prinsessa!'
'Something about Sadeia got her on her toes, something made her wish that she could touch the hem of her skirt, even just the hem, as if the fabric were a part of Sadeia, and it made Tirilaia angry, she was angry now, she wasn't like all those stupid sheep that blindly opened their mouths waiting for Sadeia to give them treats, or was she just like that, she and the white chocolate bunnies, she really couldn't resist them, she was above everyone else, she was beneath Sadeia, she would be the ink-black princess!'
This is a book I have so much to say about and no idea where to start. Surunhauras, lasinterävä (literally 'Fragile as sadness, sharp as glass', though the English translation offered by Bonnier is 'The Sorrow-deer Tamer') is Siiri Enoranta's sixth novel, and continues with the familiar recipe: long, stream of consciousness –type sentences, strange names, a desperate dystopian world and deep, passionate romance. These are also the reasons why Enoranta's previous novel, Nokkosvallankumous, is at the top of my favourite books of all time, so I'm far from complaining. And I really liked this novel as well… at first, anyway.
Surunhauras, lasinterävä is a story of the Sorrow-deer islands, where every six-year old is told by the sorrow-deer how much sadness they'll have to endure in their life, and the Sidrineia kingdom, deeply matriarchal and led by a sixteen-year old tyrant. The story has over a dozen characters through whose eyes the intricate plot is told, hopping from place and time to another and recapping the same events from different minds, different principles and morals.
There are definitely good things about the book, and I'll lead with those because I really wanted to like the story more than I did. I liked Sadeia and Kurkuma's characters a lot at the beginning, but as the story processed, I came to like Tirilaia more than anyone else. She had her twisted admiration for the young tyrant and her childlike tendencies that made me believe she could really be a ten-year old girl who had been dealt the worst possible hand in life. Her story also didn't get a quick fix ex machina like most of the other characters' did, and she continued to have her own, strong voice the whole way through.
The style of the book is flowing but very heavy, the sentences drawling and reaching on and on in the most beautiful ways – if that's your thing. There's also something very deeply ingrained and Finnish about Enoranta's word choices that made me feel like I was reading an old epic that took place in the future, faithful to my home country but set somewhere very far. She has an exceptional grasp on the language as well as a creative mind to put it into use, to the point where the novel's flimsy plot didn't prevent me from enjoying the work.
The characters are very different, at least in theory, but the more I read, the more I felt like most of them were blending together, similar voices and thoughts and all-around losing their characteristics in the mess that the book became after the two worlds collided. Some of the characters didn't get much of a personality at all, and I think it would have been better to leave some of them out and focus on developing the relationships and characters that really mattered.
Speaking of relationships, I think Surunhauras, lasinterävä really suffers from its portrayal of teenage instalove. The novel wanted me to care about two separate romances that started too quick, developed too frantically and were too physical to really relate to, not to mention how these people just very conventionally found each other and fell in love in a heartbeat. I was also meant to care when one of these romances was brought to a bitter end, with the other character going as far as remarking that they'll never love again. Sure, true love is a thing but here they hardly had enough time to even get past the pathetic crush -phase.
One more thing that might seem irrelevant but made the world of a difference to me: I really liked the last sentence of the book. It was out of nowhere and sudden, but it was hopeful and just so cute. I read it to my mum and she thought it was so cute that she actually started crying. That was definitely a great ending for the book.
All in all, I'd like to give the book 3,5 stars out of 5, because it was good, even though it just didn't do it for me. I'll round that down just because I liked Nokkosvallankumous so much more, but I'll forever be looking forward to Siiri Enoranta's new works (and read the previous ones when I'm in the country/run into them), because her talent is undeniable and her novels are always interesting, miserable and a pleasure to read. I hope one day her works will be translated into other languages as well, because I've spent so much time rambling about them to non-Finnish friends and because I'd love to see more Finnish quality YA novels out there in the world.
(PS. I promise I'll start going to Starbucks less… or maybe not. Sorry not sorry! I'll take a picture somewhere else next time though (maybe))


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Salmon and new potatoes go really well together and the addition of the onion-flavoured chives and the sharp yet smooth white wine sauce really brings this dish together.
Serves 2-4
2-4 Salmon fillets, skin on
12-16 New potatoes such as Charlotte
25g Butter
1 Tablespoon Creme fraiche
Handful of Chives, finely chopped
1 Large shallot, finely chopped
Pinch of fresh Dill (optional)
150ml Dry/off-dry White wine
125ml Double cream
Olive oil
1. Set a pan of boiling water with a pinch of salt over a high heat and add the potatoes, cook for around 15 minutes or until easily pierced with a knife.
2. Add 10g of the butter to a pan and melt over a medium-low heat and add the shallots, sweat for around 3-5 minutes until softened and then add the white wine, increase the heat and reduce by half. Add the cream and dill (if using) and simmer turning the heat back to medium-low until the sauce has thickened slightly, around 3-5 minutes.
3. For the salmon, season the skin with a pinch of salt and pepper and do the same on the flesh side. Heat a non-stick frying pan on a high heat and lightly oil the fish and add a dash of olive oil to the pan. Once hot, place the salmon skin-side down and reduce the heat to medium, cook for 2-3 minutes on the skin side or until golden brown and firm to the touch, flip the fish over and cook on the flesh side for 30 seconds if you like your salmon pink in the middle or 1-2 minutes to cook all the way through yet still keeping the salmon juicy. Leave to rest in the pan off the heat while you finish the potatoes.
4. Drain the potatoes and return to the pan, crush the potatoes with the back of a fork or with a potato masher keeping the mixture rustic. Add the remaining butter and creme fraiche along with the chives and a pinch of salt and pepper and mix well.
5. To serve, place spoonfuls of the new potatoes into a chef's ring or pastry cutter in the centre of the plate, lay the salmon on top with the skin side facing upwards, drizzle over the sauce and enjoy.


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Thursday, June 8, 2017
Stampin' Up! Love and Hugs from Ribbon of Courage
This card uses the new Ribbon of Courage stamp set. A couple of the main images in the set are some ribbons that could be used for all sorts of awareness. While I think those images are nice, I fell in love with the additional stamps in the set like the hearts and flowers. Another thing that I fell in love with were the coordinating framelits. Have you seen the fun flower in the Support Ribbon Framelits Dies? It's gorgeous. I'll be using it soon and will post whatever I create. I created my stamped panel with one of my new favorite color combinations: Berry Burst, Lemon Lime Twist, and Bermuda Bay. Aren't these colors so fun together? The first two colors are new 2017-2019 In Colors. They are great colors to add to your collection. You can order them by going to my Website and clicking SHOP NOW.
I stamped the greeting (also from the Ribbon of Courage set) on an oval that I die cut from the Stitched Shapes Framelits. I just love the font used and especially love the greeting itself. It can work for so many uses: sympathy, support, love, friendship, wedding, thinking of you, etc. The hearts were both die cut from the Support Ribbon Framelits. I added a bit of the new Bermuda Bay Mini Chevron ribbon to tie it all together. Hope you enjoy!
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Prostitution and Solicitation
Have you been charged with prostitution or solicitation of prostitution? If so, then you need to understand that your charges are serious and can result in stiff penalties, and possibly lead to other long-term consequences. The best way to avoid or limit those penalties is to consult a reputable attorney able to use his experience to aid you in fighting your charges.
As both a former prosecutor, and defense attorney Evan A. Hoffman has the necessary experience to defend you against prostitution and solicitation claims and similar offenses. Over the course of his 17 years as an attorney, Evan A. Hoffman has successfully defended clients against a wide array of offenses, some of which include violent crimes, sexually motivated crimes, and property crimes.
If you have been charged with prostitution and solicitation, call The Hoffman Firm at (305) 249-0090 for a free consultation with an experienced attorney. This firm serves clients in North Miami, Palm Beach, Ft. Lauderdale, and neighboring areas.
- Prostitution and solicitation defined
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Prostitution and Solicitation Defined
Under Florida law, the offense of "prostitution" can be committed in several different ways. The most commonly charged offenses are:
- Offering to Commit, Committing, or Engaging in Prostitution, Lewdness, or Assignation, and
- Soliciting for Prostitution, Lewdness, or Assignation.
(1) Offering, Committing, or Engaging in Prostitution- Under Section 796.07(1)(e), Florida Statutes, it is a criminal act for a person "to offer to commit, or to commit, or to engage in, prostitution, lewdness, or assignation."
"Prostitution" is defined under the statute as the giving or receiving of the body for sexual activity for hire. The term does not include sexual activity between spouses.
"Lewdness" is defined as any indecent or obscene act. Indecent connotes "wicked, lustful, unchaste, licentious, or sensual intention on part of the person doing the act.
"Sexual activity" means oral, anal, or vaginal penetration by, or union with, the sexual organ of another, anal or vaginal penetration of another by an object, or the handling or fondling of a sexual organ of another for purposes of masturbation. The term does not include acts done for bona fide medical purposes.
"Assignation" is defined as the making of any appointment or engagement for prostitution or lewdness, or any act in furtherance of such appointment or engagement.
(2) Soliciting for Prostitution, Lewdness, or Assignation- Under Section 796.07(f), it is a criminal act for a person to "solicit, induce, entice, or procure another to commit prostitution, lewdness, or assignation."
Under the statute, the term "solicit" means to ask earnestly or to try to induce a person who is solicited to do the solicited thing.
Penalties for Prostitution or Solicitation in Florida
A first-time offense for prostitution or solicitation is a second-degree misdemeanor, and is punishable by up to sixty (60) days in prison.
A second offense is a first-degree misdemeanor, and is punishable by up one (1) year in prison.
A third or any subsequent offense(s) is a third-degree felony, and is punishable by up to five (5) years in prison.
All convictions for solicitation carry a fine of up to $500.00 in addition to any court costs.
More Information on Prostitution and Solicitation
SWOP USA- Search this site to find information on the criminalization of sex work and sexual assault on sex workers.
WomensLaw.org- This organization provides resources for sex workers and victims of human trafficking.
If you are fighting charges of prostitution or solicitation you need to seek the services of a strong legal team like The Hoffman Firm. Evan A. Hoffman is prepared to work tirelessly in your defense.
Call The Hoffman Firm today at (305) 249-0090, and he and his team of experts will give you a free consultation with a skilled Miami County defense lawyer to devise the best plan of defense for you. Your future depends on it.
This firm represents clients in North Miami, Palm Beach, and surrounding regions.


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Benefits of Tribulus Terrestris
There are many claimed benefits of Tribulus terrestris, although much more research is needed to confirm these findings. The dietary supplement is often claimed to be beneficial for enhancing athletic performance, improving sexual function, and treating various medical conditions (such as kidney stones, gonorrhea, or eczema). It is currently not known whether there are any Tribulus terrestris benefits for children.
Tribulus terrestris is claimed to be beneficial for a variety of different uses. Some of the claimed benefits of Tribulus terrestris include:
- Enhancing athletic performance and increasing muscle mass
- Enhancing sexual function, including:
- Treating impotence (also known as erectile dysfunction or ED)
- Increasing sex drive (libido)
- Enhancing mood
- Treating the following medical conditions:
- Gonorrhea
- Kidney stones
- Vertigo (a spinning sensation)
- Constipation
- Eczema
- Chest pain (angina)
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- High cholesterol
- Anemia
- Scabies
- Cancer
- Hepatitis
- Nasal tumors
- Mouth sores
- Psoriasis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Leprosy
- Indigestion or heartburn
- Sore throats
- Colic
- Cough
- Headaches
- Chronic fatigue syndrome.
There is little evidence to suggest that T. terrestris really works for many of these uses (see Does Tribulus Terrestris Work?).
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Wednesday, June 30, 2010
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Rayovac Powers Your Summer Giveaway!
Here's a fun contest that I want to share with you. From June 21st through July 20th, Rayovac is empowering families to have fun through the Rayovac Powers Your Summer Giveaway! There will be 30 summertime prizes in 30 days! All you have to do is tell them how you'll power your fun this summer each day for a chance to win prizes. You can win cameras, bikes, camping supplies and Rayovac batteries. Entering is very easy. Answer their daily questions at www.rayovac.com/
Date: Wednesday, June 30, 2010
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Thursday, June 17, 2010
Father's Day Gift Idea: Victorinox Swiss Army knife
This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Swiss Army. All opinions are 100% mine.
Another great gift idea for Father's Day is a Victorinox Swiss Army knife. Any dads would be thrilled to own a Swiss Army knife, I know my husband would. He actually own one and he never leaves home without it. He had it for as long as we've dated and that's more than 10 years. He sure could use a new and better one!
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Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Father's Day Gift from Victorinox Swiss Army
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Father's Day is just around the corner. It is also my husband's birthday this month. I know he deserve something great. He is a great dad to my kids. No matter how tired he is from work, he takes the time to play with them. He wakes up at night when they cry, even if he is working the next day. He gives them bath and he does laundry and he even cooks! He is the best dad and a husband!


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I purchased this for my husband. Easy to wear shirt, casual but smart. He has them in both white and blue.
Great for holiday as a quick rinse through hand up to dry and it's done. Ready to go again.
material used is too thin, making it nearly transparent if you are buying in white colour. if you don't want your nipples showing in front of your shirt then don't buy the white colour ones. Suggest Decathlon designers to use double layers on the front chest area to solve the problem easily.
As above I love the shirt and have purchased another to wear for leasure as they are so comfortable in hot or cool weather . I do play tennis all the year and they still keep you warm on the coldest of days in winter, i also take them on holiday and always feel fresh in them they are light to pack and clean looking . For anyone purchasing one you can not go wrong but I would add to check the size as I take a large size but with this shirt I need an xl size so make sure you check!
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Reunion photos of the Grand Rapids High School Class of 1961 saturday 2008
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So, where are we at? Have we found all the pieces of the puzzle and solved the mystery?
In The Grandparents are out of Control! And, Having Way Too Much Fun!! I noted that it is my belief that Eva IS Eva PFAFF.
I am a big proponent of the genealogical proof standards (GPS), first and foremost of which is the exhaustive search. Simply put, leaving no rock unturned – err, no record set or data collection unreviewed, that is, gone through image-by-image; no biography; county, city, state, or country history unread; no archive, repository, church, cemetery, funeral home, or library unvisited and that list expands depending on the research required to find and document YOUR ancestor. And, while I haven't worked my way completely through all of that just yet, I maintain my belief that Eva IS Eva PFAFF and here's why.
- Eva E PFAFF herself recorded her father's name as George PFAFF on her application for marriage license, dated 18 May 1911
The marriage license is an original, primary source document. The information for which was recorded at the time of creation with information provided by Eva E PFAFF who had firsthand knowledge.
- The birth certificate for my Grandmother, Catherine Louise STARR, provides her mother's maiden name as EVA E PFAFF
The birth certificate is an original, primary source document. The information for which was recorded at the time or shortly after the birth of my Grandmother; the information would have been provided by Eva (nee PFAFF) STARR who had firsthand knowledge.
- Eva E STARR's death certificate, provides Eva's parents as George PFAFF and Louisa MILHEIM
The death certificate is both a primary AND secondary source document. The original information – Date, place and cause of death provided by the attending physician; everything else on the certificate is secondary information provided by the informant.
The informant in this case was Eva's daughter, my Grandmother, Catherine Louise (nee STARR) KRIEBEL. The only way that my Grandmother could have known her mother's father's name was George PFAFF would have been because either Eva, or her mother, Louisa (nee MILHEIM) RAMER discussed it with her.
- STARR – PFAFF Marriage Announcement clearly provides both the groom's surname and the bride's maiden name
The marriage announcement is an original, primary source; published 20 May 1911, two days after the wedding, in the Allentown Democrat. Firsthand knowledge of the bride's and groom's names would have been directly provided to the newspaper by either the bride, the groom, or their parents.
- Eva's age. . .
- The 1900 U.S. federal census records Eva PAFF, age 11, living with her maternal Grandparents, Charles and Mary Ann MILLHIME on Second Street, Whitehall Township, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania.
- The 1910 U.S. federal census records Eva RAMER, age 20, living with her mother, Louisa, and Oscar Ramer on Oak Street, Coplay, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania
The U.S. federal census records are both a primary and secondary source. Residence is primary information; the census taker recorded the address and location as he or she visited each family; with the remaining information recorded, being secondary or secondhand information.
All records – The 1900 and 1910 U.S. federal Census records; Application for marriage license; The Allentown Democrat marriage announcement; death certificate; and Eva's daughter, Catherine's, birth certificate all support both Eva's age and calculated year of birth (1 year margin of error) of 1889/90 and with the exception of the 1910 U.S. federal census, consistently record her maiden name as PFAFF.
- Louisa MILHEIM's and Oscar REMER's application for marriage license
The marriage license is an original, primary source document. The information for which was recorded at the time of creation with information provided by Louisa MILLHEIM and Oscar REHMER who had firsthand knowledge. Oscar and Louisa both applied for, and, were married on 31 May 1892; three years and 4 months after Eva's birth.
- Court Proceedings
The Allentown Democrat, dated 13 April 1892, announced that "the regular April term of court began" Monday, 11 April 1892 ". . . with seventy-two cases on the list." The case against Oscar RAMER, "charged with fornication and bastardy" was among them.
The newspaper announcement is a primary, original source created at the time, with firsthand information provided by a Lehigh County Courthouse informant.
MILLHEIM – REHMER marriage announcement
The marriage announcement is an original, primary source; published 8 June 1892 in the Allentown Democrat. The announcement clearly states that the wedding took place "Tuesday evening of last week." Googling an 1892 calendar, it was easy to see that the "Tuesday evening of last week" would indeed mean that Tuesday, 31 May 1892 was the date that Oscar and Louisa tied the knot.
Firsthand knowledge of the bride's and groom's names and the date of the event could have been either provided by Oscar and Louisa OR the officiating Magistrate (Judge), Squire James B Snyder.
My exhaustive search is nowhere near complete. However, with the information I've gathered and examined to date, I believe that Eva IS Eva PFAFF.
The basis for this is . . .
- Eva is three years and four months old at the time time that her mother, Louisa MILHEIM was wed to Oscar REHMER
- Eva was documented as living with her maternal grandparents, Charles and Mary Ann MILHEIM in 1900 and was enumerated by the census taker as Eva PAFF
- Eva, herself, provides her father's name – George PFAFF – on her application for marriage license
- Eva, herself, provides her maiden name as PFAFF on her daughter Catherine's birth certificate
- Eva's death certificate records her father's name as being George PFAFF. The informant? My Grandmother, Eva's daughter, Catherine. Eva; her mother, Louisa; or, perhaps, even Oscar RAMER would have been the original source(s) from whom my Grandmother would have learned that information
(The records noted above can be seen here).
Okay, knowing that Eva IS Eva PFAFF only solves part of the mystery. There is still a whole lot of mystery to be solved.
- Who is George PFAFF? Was George his given name? Middle Name? Or, was it – what is commonly referred to in military circles – his go-by name? (simply put, a name that he goes by / answers to)
- Where is George PFAFF?
- What happened to George PFAFF after Eva was born? Did he move? Did he die? Was he abducted by aliens?
As I noted in the previous two posts - Grandma isn't Playing Nice! . . . On Either Side and The Grandparents are Out of Control! And, Having Way Too Much Fun!! – I was unsuccessful in locating George PFAFF in the standard searches of Ancestry.com, familysearch.org, Google, Newspapers.com, Genealogybank.com, etc. Did I miss him? When the census records were indexed for these cities / town, was his name transcribed wrong? When the enumerators went from house-to-house documenting residences and families, did they miss George and his family? It was time to review what I knew and the documents that I already had and to expand the search.
In Review
As noted in the previous blogs I went through census records image-by-image (LOTS of images) and line-by-line for all of the following Pennsylvania counties: Lehigh, Carbon, Berks, and Montgomery. And, collected names. I wasn't at this point searching for my ancestors. I was searching for anyone / any family that had the MILHEIM, PFAFF or RAMER surnames in any of their variant spellings. (You'll note that throughout this blog I have used the variant spellings as they occurred in the documents).
I reviewed, yet again, the documents I already had. Louisa and Oscar's marriage license; Eva's marriage license; the census records that I had found for each of them and their families back in 2003/4; the death certificates; and my Grand Uncle Bob's obituary.
I contacted churches and cemeteries. Reviewed newspapers searching, again, for any of these surnames during the 1880's – 1900's; keeping a watchful eye for any mention of Louisa MILHEIM, George PFAFF or Oscar RAMER and collected everything where the surnames or the specific individuals of interest were mentioned.
As I reviewed these documents literally letter-by-letter I took notes. Census records – I noted any male in all PFAFF households that would fit the approximate age that I believed George to be; didn't matter whether his name was George. At this point, I just wanted to "collect" any male that fit the age and time frame that I believed we were looking at. As I tracked Louisa's family and Oscar's family, I made note of their ages, physical address / locations and who their neighbors were. I noted why a PFAFF household and in particular a PFAFF male could not be the "George" I was looking for. I made note of any irregularity in what I was seeing in the records compared to what I knew.
And, I reviewed all the other documents that I had on the RAMERs and MILHEIMs already and those that I was amassing as I worked to solve this family history mystery.
In addition to my notes, I plotted a timeline tracking births, marriages, residences, deaths, etc. This helped me see everyone and the families in context. It also is a great tool for seeing where there are gaps, overlaps, impossibilities and improbabilities. And, most importantly it helped focus my research on what I still needed and where I might need to research next.
And, lastly, as I research this line and other branches of my tree – maternal and paternal – I always keep my eyes open (or try to) for surnames of interest. Why? Well, a few weeks ago, I put aside this mystery and was working on my dear friend's family and as I am searching through church records I see not one, but several mentions of . . . wait for it . . . PFAFFs. Yes, PFAFFs, which stopped me in my tracks. And, there was a notation next to the name, "of Bucks County." What?!! Bucks County?
Now, I grew up in Montgomery county. I'm familiar with Lehigh, Berks, Bucks, and surrounding counties; they all butt up against each other. And, yet, it had not occurred to me to look at Bucks county. Shaking my Head. So, guess what I get to do? Mmm hmmm, image-by-image, collecting names. Thanks Grandma.
Let me just tell you, and I kid you not, I swear that every household in Bucks County during the 1880's – 1900's had a PFAFF living it. EVERY SINGLE ONE!!! And, were any of them George? Not a one. Not a one.
Grandma a little cooperation . . . PLEASE!!
Have I solved this family history mystery? Yes, in part. But in writing this blog and reviewing what I know and how I know it, I've come up with some additional strategies of how to proceed; I've made some new discoveries, just in going back over my work to date and so, I'm off to see if I can solve the remaining mystery . . . Who and where is George PFAFF?
What are your family history mysteries? Have you made any discoveries that are bringing you closer to finding them? How do you document what you learn in the process? What methods do you use to help you sort through and analyze your research? Timeline? Blog? Mind map? I'd love to hear your stories and what mysteries you're trying to solve.
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We propose for a high school social studies class (grades 11-12) to compete with us, Waldwick High School, in a music video-making competition involving some historical event. Each class will post their videos on YouTube and whichever school receives the most "hits" within a prescribed amount of time (1-2 weeks) is declared the winner. The schools can use social media and district-wide initiatives to practice marketing their videos. The goal is to create an engaging history learning experience through the use of audio-visual tools, YouTube, Twitter, and more. The project incorporates high-level research, presentation techniques, and communication skills through the latest social media. Discussion and collaboration between the schools is encouraged with before and after Skype sessions between the classes. Below are the videos from past competitions.
Contact Mr. Noschese (History Teacher) or Ms. Hummel (Media Specialist)
Mr. Noschese
e-mail – noschesej(at)waldwick(dot)k12(dot)nj(dot)us
Twitter – @noscehsej
Skype name – ModernEuroWHS
(Contact about setting up a time any day 3PM EST)
Ms. Hummel
e-mail – hummele(at)waldwick(dot)k12(dot)nj(dot)us
Twitter – @MzHumz
Waldwick High School in New Jersey "French Revolution Rap"
Napa New Technology High School in California "The Crown Will Fall"
Waldwick High School in New Jersey "It's T-Shirt Time: Famous Quotes in History"
Northwest High School in Texas "Philadelphia v New Jersey"


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[Let's Talk Science] Anyone who spends time with young children knows the challenges of fielding a thousand questions: Why is the sky blue? Do dogs talk to each other? How does the garage door opener work? Let's Talk Science tries to equip educators with the answers. One of their programs is designed specifically for children in preschool. Sara Steers is the director of external relations for Let's Talk Science. "Our Wings of Discovery program was launched in 2004, thanks to a grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation. Now it's in more than seven hundred childcare centres across Canada. Some people might think four-year-olds are too young to be taught science, but their thirst for learning about the world is insatiable. One parent told us she was in the checkout line and her daughter was looking with curiosity at the scanner. The saleswoman said, 'Isn't that fun? It's magic!' The little girl turned to her mother and knowingly whispered, 'It's not magic, it's science.' We hear lots of stories like that. "The little boy with the stethoscope will relate to his doctor now and the little girl with the magnifying glass may take a closer look at plants in her garden. That's what the Wings of Discovery program gives the kids. They love to explore, discover and begin to understand the world around them. We talk to them in easy, scientific terms and they start to develop science literacy. They learn a base of understanding for the rest of their lives."


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When Will Virtual Reality Headsets Be a Consumer Product? Bring back critical faculties:I'm human get me out of here, I say.
Oculus has actually sort-of released a consumer VR headset in collaboration with Samsung.The Gear VR is a special headset for the Samsung Galaxy Note 4. If you have this specific phone and the headset, you can slot in the phone and put the headset on your face to experience virtual reality.
At CES, the demo was a Cirque du Soleil show playing on the headset, and you could move your head to the left or right to see other bits of the show playing around you. This wasn't being rednered — it was a recorded video of a show being played back. Unlike the Crescent Bay prototype, the Gear VR lacked the all-important positional head tracking — you can turn your head, but not lean or move it in other ways.
In the longer run, VR will have more uses. Watching videos (especially ones recorded in 360-degrees) — movies or even live sports or performances — could be huge. Samsung's Gear VR is already being used for such things. Other uses like meetings and communication are obvious, too. 2015 may be the year we all get our hands on these.


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Here at Jean's house, opening the shutters is also a morning ritual. If the weather is very cold, they stay closed longer to help retain some house warmth. Some days at Laury's, I'd never open them at all. As day fades into evening, I close them to keep out the cold....
Like many of the other village houses, le Chalet has a shuttered front door. After our last trip out before bed, I pull the shutters closed behind Lucie and me and throw the bolt, making us snug and secure for the night.
And as an added barrier against the cold, I pull the heavy velvet drapes across the door just as many other villagers are doing on these chilly late winter nights. Such an easy and practical way to keep cozy!
There's more about shutters to come in future blog posts, so be sure to return!


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The long-awaited Loop Trolley will begin public service Thursday, following a dedication ceremony, officials said Monday. Originally, the trolley project had a budget of $43 million, which had grown to $51 million in 2017, according to a previous Business Journal report. The trolley is a 2.2-mile transit line that connects the University City Library with the Missouri History Museum. The trolley is owned by the Loop Trolley Transportation Development District and operated by the Loop Trolley Co.,… »
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Use Blackjack Sniper to Dominate the Online Blackjack Table
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This product has been on the market for particularly a while, and has emerge as legendary in some circles on the grounds that of its flexibility, ease of use, and accuracy to help the web roulette player defeat the wheel. This program is used along side the online casinos.
Not too long ago, there was a brand new Sniper product launched. This product is known as Blackjack Sniper. The Blackjack Sniper software accommodates many distinctive approaches that support the participant to win at on-line blackjack.
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The more in-depth a project team's knowledge and understanding of the corporate goals and strategy, the more likely it will remain focused on those goals, the implementation time will be shorter, and the project objectives will be met.
The benefits of this workshop are to:
- Establish a common understanding of Balanced Scorecard throughout your organization.
- Keep projects aligned with strategic goals.
- Improve project managers' leadership capability.
- Improve communication effectiveness by educating project teams in concepts and vernacular relevant to executives.
- Reduce scope creep by helping the team better understanding the project's real objectives.
- Clearly communicate your business strategy.
- Clarify what changes in a project are of value.
What You Get
Materials for the full-day class include:
A $150 value!
What It Covers
The learning objectives are:
- Basic understanding of Balanced Scorecard.
- The meaning and usefulness of balanced scorecard.
- Understanding the three types of projects—strategic, compliance, and operational effectiveness.
- Development and use of Strategy Maps.
- Development and use of Activity Diagrams.
- Key attributes to look for on a project to ensure it is aligned with the corporate strategy.
- Cross and intra organization use of balanced scorecard.
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Who Will Benefit
The entire organization benefits from this workshop. It is strongly recommended that a deep cross section of the organization attend. Critical attendees are PMO managers, executive sponsors, project and program managers, and project leads and key team members.
How It Works
This workshop is nominally an eight-hour workshop and includes tailoring to your specific initiatives. Interviews will be conducted ahead of the workshop to understand your organization's needs and incorporated into your workshop.
The workshop format can be adjusted to two- and four-hour versions by focusing on fewer areas of the strategy implementation process.


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Last April Matthew Warren, the 27-year-old son of the best-selling author and evangelical pastor Rick Warren, committed suicide. In a letter written to his church, Warren said his son died after years of mental illness resulting in deep depression and suicidal thoughts.
"In spite of America's best doctors, meds, counselors, and prayers for healing, the torture of mental illness never subsided. Today [April 5], after a fun evening together with Kay and me, in a momentary wave of despair at his home, he took his life," Warren wrote.
This past weekend Warren and his wife Kay addressed their congregation for the first time since their son's suicide. According to this report in Time:
The Warrens spoke honestly about their spiritual struggles with Matthew's mental illness. "For 27 years, I prayed every day of my life for God to heal my son's mental illness. It was the number one prayer of my life," Rick preached. "It just didn't make sense why this prayer was not being answered." Kay spoke of how she couldn't even read certain Scripture passages about hope for months after Matthew's death.
"Can it be any profit to the gods to heap upon us mortal men beside our other woes this further grief for children lost, a grief surpassing all?" Euripides asks in Medea.
"A grief surpassing all" is what the Warren family is now enduring. But rather than turn on the gods, or on God, they are determined to see that something good arises from their ruin. In speaking to his congregation:
Rick [Warren] then made a promise: Saddleback's next big ministry push will be to remove the stigma associated with mental illness in the church. "Your illness is not your identity, your chemistry is not your character," he told people struggling with mental illness. To their families, he said, "We are here for you, and we are in this together." There is hope for the future: "God wants to take your greatest loss and turn it into your greatest life message." … A larger program to address the specifics of mental illness has yet to be revealed, but it will be similar, Rick said, to the way their church has helped to tackle the HIV crisis.
Removing this stigma would be a wonderful achievement. If you have ever witnessed people who have tried (often unsuccessfully) to move heaven and earth to cure a person suffering from a mental disorder, you'll know why.
Mental illness was once viewed as everything from a sign of demonic possession to personal weakness. What we now know is that the etiology of mental illnesses is extremely complicated and difficult to pin down, cast as they are in mist and shadows. But depending on what the particular illness is–schizophrenia, obsessive compulsive disorder, bipolar disorder, autism, et cetera–genetic and biological factors, including chemical imbalances, often play a crucial role. A study earlier this year in the medical journal the Lancet, for example, found that a wide variety of psychiatric illnesses "share several genetic glitches that can nudge the brain along a path to mental illness." And so a child raised by loving and attentive parents, having been given every opportunity in life, can still suffer from debilitating mental illness. We know, too, that the stigmas associated with mental illness have created feelings of shame, self-doubt, and isolation. Any effort to impart discernment in an area characterized by ignorance is all to the good.
The grief Rick and Kay Warren and their two other children, Amy and Josh, are experiencing is impossible for most of us to sympathize with. A few of their closest friends and family members will walk this journey with them; the rest of us can admire them for the path they have chosen to follow. And if they find it within themselves to offer aid and comfort and understanding to others, then they will have found some element of redemption even in so great a loss. And remarkably, they have found some element of renewed hope as well.
Matthew's body was buried in brokenness, Kay Warren said at Saturday night's service, but will be raised in strength. And according to Time, "As the service closed, Rick joined the worship team in singing a favorite evangelical hymn, 'Blessed Be Your Name.' He lifted his Bible high above his head and declared boldly to the God he serves: 'You give and take away, my heart will choose to say, Lord blessed be your name.'"
The Warren family would undoubtedly exchange whatever blessings their new endeavors bring to others simply to be able to turn the clock back, to have their son back. But they know that loss cannot be undone; their choice is either to be consumed by grief and bitterness or to move forward, through tears, in faith. They are living somewhere else than they ever expected to be. And so to watch them, and to watch others like them, begin to pick up the pieces of their shattered lives–to struggle with doubt and still believe that a morning star will one day rise in their heart–is a beautiful and inspiring thing to behold.


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The bow and arrow has been predominantly used for hunting a few thousand years ago. We can see in books and national geographic magazines that the cave men are the ones who first invented and used the bow and arrow as their main tool for hunting. Over the years, people were able to make some modifications of the bow and arrow and then the cross bow was created. Used in some popular wars we read in history books and things like that. Since then, the continuously evolution of the bow and arrow has always find use in our life and currently we use the bow and arrow for Olympic competitions.
The difference between modern and traditional archery
In order to get a better understanding of the evolution of archery, it is a must that we know the purpose of the bow and arrow. As mentioned earlier, the main purpose or use of the bow and arrow is for hunting wild animals like deer or rabbit. Hunting is the way people in the olden times get their food and their main weapon is the bow and arrow. Furthermore, as years continued to flow, the use of the bow and arrow has become more deliberate and were used as weapons for war but it didn't last long, soon enough they later changed with revolving guns and cannons.
On the other hand, in this current era, we only see bows and arrows in both local and international competitions like the Olympics. The archery competition in these games is quite exhilarating because it features various nationalities of both men and women who are deadly with their aim. Now, archery is not only a tool for hunting nor for war, it has become a tool for honing ones skill like accuracy and precision but it also develops qualities such as patience and focus in order to be an overall better individual.


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|Pull, Steam, Froth Video
the Wet Puck
|the Pre-Brew Function
the Coffee and its Grind
|Water Flow
Tamping Coffee
|the Right Temperature
Froth vs. Foam
"Pull, Steam, Froth" Video
An Introduction: Pulling a Shot & Steaming/Frothing Milk
After steaming, water comes out of my Steam Wand.
Several Breville espresso machines feature an Auto-Purge function so that you can extract espresso immediately after using the steam function. This ensures that the ground espresso coffee will not be burnt by the initial water flow from the thermocoil being too hot.
Instead, the hot water is automatically released into the Drip Tray, ensuring that the internal thermostat is at the optimal temperature for extracting espresso. Your espresso will always be extracted at this optimal temperature, ensuring that only the best-flavored espresso is achieved.
Always clean the Steam Wand and Froth Enhancer directly after every use.
My machine doesn't generate steam.
Ensure the machine is plugged in, switched on at the power outlet and the POWER button is illuminated.
If the Water Tank is empty, fill it.
Make sure the Steam Dial is in 'Steam' position, and the STEAM button has been selected.
The Steam Wand may need to be cleaned.
The Pre-Brew Function
The Pre-Brew function is the initial pump/pause/pump sound that is heard when the machine is turned to the 'Espresso' position. It is the pump moistening the ground coffee in the Portafilter with a small amount of water before full extraction. This expands the coffee grinds, resulting in greater pressure buildup to extract all the oils and full flavor from the ground beans.
Water Flow
When brewing espresso, make sure the water flows through the Portafilter at the correct rate.
- If the water flow is too slow, the espresso will be very dark and bitter, with a mottled and uneven crema on top.
- If the water flow is too fast, the espresso will be under-extracted — the optimal flavor will not develop, and the espresso will be watery and lack the thick crema on the top.
The water flow can be adjusted by changing the grind of the coffee, varying the tamping pressure (how firmly the ground coffee is pressed down in the Filter), and altering the precise amount of coffee placed in the Filter.
The Right Temperature
The temperature of your espresso should be from 158°F to 187°F (70°C to 86°C). To achieve this, you should get into the habit of pre-heating the machine, Portafilter, Filter, and cups. Following the pre-heating steps will prevent the heat of the espresso from being absorbed by the cold cup and will bring out the best flavor of your espresso.
The Wet Puck
This user-generated question came from the customer service discussion going on at Get Satisfaction.
Every time I use my Breville espresso machine, there is water left in the portafilter. Why is that?
This is actually normal* for Breville espresso machines when using dual wall filters. They will often leave a 'soupy puck' when immediately removed after brewing an espresso. [*An exception is The Barista Express BES860XL, which creates a dry puck even with the dual wall filters due to an internal valve. The 800ESXL is pictured here.]
The water does not not have time to pass through the one exit hole as it would when using a single wall filter. However, the benefit of a dual wall filter is that it creates more pressure inside the brew head and there is less technical concern for the grind size or tamp pressure, as the pressure will create luscious crema on the shot of espresso.
The best way to reduce the soupy puck after brewing is to leave the portafilter some time to drain through the one exit hole, or try mastering your skill using a single wall filter.
Breville single wall filters will eliminate the soupy puck. They're available in parts & accessories at BrevilleUSA.com.
The Coffee and its Grind
For espresso with the best flavor and body, we recommend using freshly roasted, freshly ground beans. Stale beans and pre-ground coffee adversely affect the taste and crema of your finished espresso.
What is crema and why do I want it?
The crema is the caramel-colored 'creamy' layer that is the mark of a good espresso. During extraction, the crema comes out first and is the foam made up of sugars, vegetable oils, and proteins. The extreme pressure created by our machine squeezes and extracts more crema, which in turn gives the espresso a more extravagant flavor.
A Lesson on Coffee Grinds
The grind will affect the rate at which the water flows through the coffee in the Filter and therefore the taste of the espresso. Water Flow
Coffee beans or pre-ground coffee should be stored in an air-tight container, in a cool, dry area. Because their flavor will diminish, coffee beans should be kept no longer than 1 month and pre-ground coffee no longer than 1 week. Buy in small batches to reduce storage time. Do not store in the fridge or freezer, as the moisture from condensation may ruin the beans.
- If using a pre-ground coffee, ensure you purchase espresso grind suitable for espresso/cappuccino machines. Don't confuse espresso blend (flavor) with espresso grind (grinder setting).
- If grinding coffee beans, the grind should be fine but not too fine or powdery:
- Just right — feels like table salt
- Too fine — feels like flour
- Too coarse — feels like sugar
Tamping the Coffee
Distribute the ground coffee evenly in the Filter, then use the Measuring/Tamping Spoon to evenly tamp the ground coffee about ⅛" (3mm) below the Filter rim. The ground coffee should be tamped quite firmly.
- If the coffee is not tamped firmly enough, the water will flow through the ground coffee too quickly and the espresso will be under-extracted.
- If the coffee is tamped too firmly, however, the water will flow through the coffee too slowly or not at all, and the espresso will be over-extracted. Water Flow
When you're using a Double Shot Filter, it is important to tamp only after you've put in the second scoop of ground coffee. Tamping between scoops can create a layer of air in the espresso and impede full extraction.
NOTE: Tamping pressure varies depending on the fineness of your grinds and the volume of ground coffee in the Filter. Experiment with pressure and volume, as your grind size may have changed since the last time you purchased your beans.
Froth vs. Foam
Most places that serve cappuccinos in the United States have not trained their baristas in the art of properly frothing milk. The foam that they create is usually a dry, large-celled collection of bubbles that sits on top of the espresso like a bad meringue.
With a little care, you can create steamed milk that is velvety smooth like the texture of wet shaving cream. The bubbles will be so small that you can barely see them. This is how it's supposed to be — this way it will blend with the espresso, creating a harmony of flavors instead of a tasteless cap floating on top.
Latte Art
Once you've mastered the perfect texture for your cappuccinos and lattes, you may want to make them look pretty. Breville has put together a number of latte art videos that will help you do just that. You can have a lot of fun shaping your milk topping into a heart, or a tulip, or using stencils to create patterns.


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The National Federation of Independent Business, the nation's and Virginia's leading small business association, said today it has endorsed Jill Vogel for lieutenant governor and John Adams for attorney general. The endorsements were made by the NFIB Virginia PAC, which is comprised exclusively of NFIB members and is based on the candidates' positions on small-business issues.
"We need leaders who understand that small business is the engine that drives Virginia's economy," said Nicole Riley, state director of NFIB. "Jill Vogel and John Adams have shown us they understand the need to maintain a level playing field so small, family-run businesses can succeed.
"During her nearly 10 years in the Senate, Jill Vogel achieved a 90 percent voting record, standing up time and again to promote and protect the rights of Virginia's small businesses," Riley said. "She defended our property rights, supported much-needed regulatory reform, and worked to keep taxes low.
"John Adams' career as a lawyer representing small-business owners has given him a unique understanding of the challenges employers face," Riley said. "He's committed to using his powers to review burdensome regulations that tie the hands of small-business owners and to oppose any efforts to undermine Virginia's status as a right-to-work state.
"We believe Jill Vogel and John Adams will do everything they can to help small businesses grow and create jobs," Riley said. "That's why I'm proud to announce NFIB's endorsement of Jill Vogel for lieutenant governor and John Adams for attorney general.
Today's endorsements put the considerable grassroots support of the commonwealth's small businesses behind the Vogel and Adams campaigns. Small business owners and their employees vote in high numbers and are known for recruiting friends, family members and acquaintances to vote. NFIB will encourage its members to help turn out the influential small business voting bloc on Election Day.
To learn more about NFIB in Virginia, visit www.NFIB.com/VA and follow @NFIB_VA on Twitter.