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Room(s): 2 rooms
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Jeff Novich calls Citizen Journalism B.S.–David Cohn calls Novich's article B.S.
Jeff Novich (Planet Jeffro) wrote a piece summarizing the efforts of citizen journalists as "See, Snap, Post." Don't bother commenting as it's a Tumblr blog, and Tumblr blogs are for one-sided conversations. Which means that the only way to respond is to create your own blog post. So David "DigiDave" Cohn did. He summarizes Novich's opinions about CJ as this:
- It's trite: "See, snap, post" – there is no depth.
- People are stupid. Or as he diplomatically put it "most people don't understand the tenets of journalism." But read that section of his post and you'll see what he really wants to say is "people are stupid."
- It's more about sharing than anything else (see: "see, snap, post")
- It doesn't really accomplish anything – certainly not fact-checking the media (see: "See, snap, post")
- It's not paid – so the quality is crap.
- Too much bias. It isn't accountable.
Both he and Megan Taylor responded in kind. Here's part of Megan's response:
Anyone capable of critical thinking is capable of doing journalism. It's really not that hard.
I can't speak for anyone's experience but my own. I've worked in the media few years and made a few observations that has led to my personal support for citizen journalism. Here's the uncomfortable fact:
There's not much difference between a paid journalist and an amateur journalist.
There were a few good journalists in the operations I worked at, but many of them were just as biased (all over the political spectrum) and ill-informed as anyone else. Some didn't even leave the newsroom and just put together their stories via the police scanner and a couple of phone calls. It was embarrassing to have to correct a news anchor on the pronunciation of Slobodan Milosovic (this was in the late '90s). The production crew was more informed of the issues than the producers and anchors. The interns and lower level reporters were the only ones who got their facts straight, mostly because they were hungrier.
And that's how citizen journalists are. The word amateur comes from the Latin amo, which we all mean "love." Amateur journalists do it for the love of journalism. There's passion.
Citizen and professional journalists each have roles. A professional journalist has the time and resources to dig deeper into stories. But their handicap is the newsroom bubble. And those in the field rely heavily on the same sources.
It's a fool's assumption that professional journalists "understand the tenets of journalism" more than amateurs. I went through the same journalism classes as most reporters, and it was obvious that many were asleep during the lectures. At the same time, I have seen amateurs go into blogging and citizen journalism because they were tired of seeing these "tenets of journalism" falling apart and felt the need to revive them, especially after the extreme consolidation of the media that accelerated with the Telecommunications Act of 1996 (at least on the American side).
I don't see one side conquering the other but co-existing in a state of information symbiosis. Professionals can concentrate on the in-depth work while citizens explore stories outside the newsroom bubble.


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- Want to Make a Career Out of Doing What You Love?
- Want to break out of that nine to fiver and make some decent money?
- Just follow the instructions on this page and you can do it!
Here are some of the problems you face!
- There is no real training on how to be a Martial Arts Instructor
- If there is training it is expensive and can take years
- Even if you do take – and pass – the training…
- Certification is almost always a political thing
Hi Guys and gals,
Becoming a Professional Martial Arts Instructor…a PERSONAL MARTIAL ARTS TRAINER…is one of the smartest things you can do.
Everybody wants to become fit, and the need to defend oneself, in this age of terrorists and nut jobs, is at an all time high.
The demand for Personal Trainers is expected to increase 24% in the next few years.
The demand for Personal Trainers who actually know the Martial Arts is going to be far higher.
Think about it, instead of standing in a group of people and receiving MSMD (Money See Monkey Do) instruction, people WILL ALWAYS prefer to have a personal coach, somebody who can explain EXACTLY what it is they are supposed to be doing.
Here in Los Angeles I know Personal Trainers who make over $100 an hour! Heck, Bruce Lee made $300 an hour, and that was decades ago!
Let's talk about the Things that Stop People from Tapping into this gold mine!
First, and most important, most gym owners aren't willing to take a chance on hiring martial artists.
The fact is that the martial arts are a wide field, the substance of arts varies, and the quality of instructors varies, and gym owners can't be sure that the instruction given is going to be standard, or even make sense.
This, of course, can be fixed easily by getting certified as a Professional Martial Arts Instructor. A PMAI (or PMAT ~ Personal Martial Arts Trainer)
When you study the PMAT you achieve the highest standard of quality. This is because the book gives you the exact and scientific reasons for everything. From basics to techniques to forms to freestyle, there is an exact scientific method that is far beyond what the martial arts of today, even the classical martial arts of today, offer.
Furthermore, this standard of quality reaches from the art taught in the pages of the PMAT book to ANY martial Art. Whether you teach Karate of Kick Boxing, MMA or Taekwondo, the science you learn in the pages of PMAT will be transferrable to ANY martial art you know.
BTW ~ the science you learn in PMAT is NOT just a rendering of physics to the martial arts; it is the exact reasons (for instance) behind why technique works, the real method for doing forms, the exact gradient of exercises behind how to teach somebody how to defend themselves. This is a unique science unto itself.
The point here is that once you have certification as a Professional Martial Arts Instructor you can walk into ANY fitness related business and present yourself as a true professional. You can show them the book itself and they will instantly understand that you are head and shoulders above the common martial arts instructor, and…a person to be trusted!
Let's talk about the demand for your services…
Most people study for years, and then don't know where to go to teach. Consider the following list…
A Martial Arts school ~ yes, it is possible to get hired to teach in a school. This is fun, and you have an instant list of possible clients for private instruction. Your selling point is that you will be able to help the school retain students better, and make more money off those students. Any martial arts school owner would be a fool not to hire you.
Private schools ~ you walk in and start a martial arts class. You schedule it for six weeks, charge parents separately from the school, and do it again and again. A couple of schools and you will be making a living. The schools are thrilled because they get a PE teacher without having to pay him!
Schools and Colleges ~ Interestingly enough, there is an EXTREME shortage of martial arts instructors on campuses. This is because schools make the hiring process very difficult. But, if you have the patience to go through the hiring process, you can work your way into a high paying job with unbelievable benefits.
Community Centers, YMCAs, and more ~ Centers will hire you quickly to teach classes, they will even offer you free advertising! Once started it is easy to sell private instruction on top of that!
Online training ~ This is what I do. I like writing, video is fun, and I have a personal relationship, and am teaching HIGH QUALITY martial arts across the United States! The field is huge, and there aren't very many people doing it. What few there are don't have any real certification like the PMAT certification.
Gyms and health clubs ~ This is where I got my start. I went around to fitness centers and started classes. It was easy, and the fact that I wrote the book on PMAT certainly helped.
The Client's Home or Business ~ 'Have Gun will Travel' read the card of a man. I supported myself in Hollywood back in the eighties doing this. It was easy, I put up posters at a gym and my phone started ringing off the hook.
Above are seven unbelievable opportunities for going into business as a Personal Martial Arts Trainer, and that doesn't include things like outdoor boot camps, classes for corporate executives, reports and cruise ships, and..BTW…your own home!
That's right, once you get started you can gear the business around having people come to your own home. Believe me, people will be more than willing to come to the 'Home of the Master.'
But none of it works without certification from PMAT.
And I know that none of it works because I have seen so many people fall by the wayside. People who had high black belt rankings, but
- didn't know how to teach
- didn't know the real reasons behind the martial arts
- didn't have the professionalism that simply reading the PMAT book brought
I hope I have persuaded you,
click on the cover to order through Amazon…
If you wish to download the book PDF within two minutes…
If I haven't convinced you to get started on your own road to teaching martial arts, to making some pretty good money doing what you love, then let me tell you something else.
Let's say you don't really care about teaching the martial arts.
I know, unbelievable, but there are a few people who aren't called to be martial arts instructors, but EVERYBODY wants to be the best martial artist they can be.
So let me explain something…
Personal Martial Arts Trainers are Better than Black Belts!
Just because somebody is a black belt, or even a master, doesn't mean they can effectively teach what they know. Most often…they can't. A certified Personal Martial Arts Trainer has that ability, and that makes him more valuable, of higher 'rank,' than Black Belts or even Masters.
And, there is something more than just this simple fact.
When you do the martial arts there are usually two sides, the attacker and the defender.
If you practice the martial arts for years and years and years you won't get…the third 'side:' the Instructor's viewpoint.
You won't get 'outside' the action, and develop that understanding that sets the truly great martial artists apart.
You won't understand what it is that good instructors understand…but usually can't explain.
But that is what PMAT is about.
PMAT starts at the beginning, and it is all about giving the instructor's viewpoint.
What trick do you use to get the student's knee high enough for a good kick?
How do you explain the geometric difference between a wheel kick and a roundhouse kick?
What signposts do you look for when teaching the various levels of freestyle?
Do you even know the various levels of freestyle?
These are actually simply understood, but today's martial artists usually don't know, and certainly can't explain, these and hundreds of other simple points.
Teaching, the methodology of teaching, has broken down. The Martial Arts just came to this country too fast. Corporate schools took over and pushed the making money angle over quality instruction. Martial Arts were corrupted by tournaments, nationalism, politics, and a dozen other factors. Unqualified people opened poor quality schools.
Heck, you've probably been victim to some of this stuff, and you probably even, in your heart of hearts, know it.
So how would you like to change it?
How would you like to understand the things an Instructor knows?
How would you like to get the Instructor's Viewpoint.
Do you understand how much that would improve you as a martial artist?
What is on the Course
Bad me, I haven't even told you what's on the course.
Here's the table of contents…
- introduction 7
- 1 How to Be a Teacher 9
- 2 Basics-Basics 35
- 3 Warm Ups 47
- 4 Stances 57
- 5 Punches 73
- 6 Kicks 83
- 7 Blocking 101
- 8 Forms 115
- 9 Perfect Form 151
- 10 How to Freestyle 165
- 11 Chi Power 191
- 12 Start Your School 203
- About the Author 223
That's 12 chapters, 224 full-sized, 8 1/2 by 11 inch pages.
Just consider the following concepts you will learn
- the basic concept behind how to be a teach
- the exact method you need to follow when teaching
- the 'secret' concepts behind EVERY basic in the martial arts
- how to structure warm ups
- the real purposes behind stances
- the secret behind punching (it is not how 'hard' you hit, it is something totally different that NOBODY has ever put on paper.
- kicking methods that will accelerate energy development
- how to find the 'holes' in forms
- the Seven Secrets behind ABSOLUTELY perfect form.
- the types of freestyle, how to fit them together in teachable programs, how to teach them as part of a whole program
- the actual truth about chi power, makes the subject simple and easy to understand so that people can actually develop and use it
- how to start classes, organize classes, retain students, all the paperwork, and more, more, more…
- More including…THE EXACT FIVE STEPS TO GETTING A JOB TEACHING MARTIAL ARTS…HOW TO WALK INTO A SCHOOL, CONVINCE THE OWNER, START YOUR OWN CLASSES, WITHOUT EVEN FILLING OUT AN APPLICATION!
Look, I've got 50 years experience in the martial arts, teaching all manner of students in all manner of settings. That's 50 years of experience, successful experience, that you can tap into as you wish.
You can have my knowledge.
Here's one student's win after doing one of my courses, which course has been utilized in the writing of the Professional Martial Arts Instructor…
HARRY HSU (after the 'Start your own school' course)
After completing the 'Start Your Own School Course' all I could feel was joy and regret at the same time! I felt regret because had I read this book before opening my own martial arts school, I would have avoided several years of organizing errors and extremely costly mistakes. Literally EVERY SENTENCE of this book covers something that every martial arts instructor should know about opening a school – no matter what his/her martial art is.
Harry Hsu
Founder of Harry Hsu's Martial Arts Academy
Okay, I hope I've convinced you…
click on the cover to order through Amazon…
If you wish to download the book PDF within two minutes…
Oh Lord, double bad me, I forgot one other thing…
When you order this course it consists of:
- The 224 full-sized pages book…'The Professional Martial Arts Instructor'
- The right to test, AND TO BE CERTIFIED, as a Professional Martial Arts Instructor.
- When you pass the test you will receive TWO certificates: The Professional Martial Arts Instructor certificate, and the Personal Martial Arts Trainer certificate.
The book you will receive right away.
You have a year to take the test. To take the test simply write to me at:
If you don't pass the test you will be allowed one month to study and then retake it.
There's no more, nothing else left to understand, you just have to make the decision, you just have to want to be, and to make money as, a PROFESSIONAL MARTIAL ARTS INSTRUCTOR!
Now, for the last time, click on the cover to order through Amazon…
If you wish to download the book PDF within two minutes…
You are guaranteed a total, no questions asked, 100% money back guarantee!
I have been in business since the 1980s.


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The Expressive Design Group (EDG) has been producing high-end paper products such as greeting cards, stacking boxes, gift bags, and specialized packaging since 1999. When EDG was able to secure large orders from retailing giant Target, it became clear that they would need a reliable and knowledgeable 3rd party auditing partner. Target, like many retail organizations, has put forth a significant effort to ensure that their products are produced and traded according to high ethical and quality standards. All Target suppliers are now subjected to a rigorous evaluation before they are permitted to produce Target merchandise. In order to ensure that their factories would receive a passing grade from Target's auditors, EDG partnered with InTouch.
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The NSC Brexit Task Force met in Brussels on the 6th of September, chaired by Cllr Nienke Homan, Groningen. The meeting included an update by Magnus Engelbrektsson on recent developments, a report from a fisheries seminar in London by Marine Resources Group Chair Anders Fasth, a report from the Interreg North Sea by Carsten Westerholt, and a Brexit view from East of England by Jonathan Millins. Gregg Jones, CPMR, informed about an upcoming Brexit conference in Cardiff 16 November, organized by CPMR and hosted by the government of Wales. A declaration will be discussed and adopted at the CPMR General Assembly in Helsinki 19-20 October – the NSC Brexit Task Force has received a draft for comments.
The next meeting of the NSC Brexit Task Force will be held on the 8th of November in Brussels.
Presentations and documents
- "Brexit Task Force", Magnus Engelbrektsson, NSC Executive Secretary
- "Brexit and East of England", Jonathan Millins, Head of Brussels Office
- "Interreg North Sea Region", Carsten Westerholt, Deputy Head of Secretariat
- Summary from Westminster seminar on fisheries 20 June 2017, MRG Chair, Anders Fasth
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I want to make some Christmas ornaments. Does anyone have any good, thrifty ideas?
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Long ago we took 2 or 3 inch styrofoam balls and some scraps of material and just place a small piece of material on the ball. With a spoon or nail file press the material in to cover about an inch or so of the ball. Use a different piece and just keep going around until the ball is covered. attach a ribbon with a pin and hang! Merry Christmas! Jean
I have used the lids from juice cans, and made punched tin ornaments. Use a nail and a block of wood, and one large nail hammered into the block of wood to secure it while you work.
Anything you can get your hands on is a potential ornament. Think about it.
Last year my daughter (6) and I made ornaments for our tree which are also momentos.
Here's what we did: 1st we took out pictures of all my children, especially when they were younger. We then cut out colored construction paper 1/2 wider than the picture.
We bought lamenation paper and after we lamenated the pictures, (some had pictures front and back) then we punched holes in the top. We then placed beautiful ribbons, metallic gold, or christmas green and red, thru the hole on top to make it avaialable to hang on the tree.
We made about 15 of these and my children and everyone else that came to our home last year was thrilled to see something about their happy past on our tree.
We even gave them the ornament as a gift for their tree. My children were so blessed. It will always remind them of their holidays.
Clothespin Reindeer
Use the spring type, remove the spring & discard. Paint or stain the clothespins brown (liquid shoe polish works.) Cut a piece of red 1/4" ribbon about 8-1/2" long.
It's real cute. You could also make a pin
by gluing a pin back.
I used this for my nursing home craft class and it was a big hit.
Ms. Syd Barr
When I was young, Mom made ornaments out of 'tin' can lids. She used tin snips to cut out designs such as stars, etc. One really pretty one was a circle than had cuts toward the center evenly spaced around the edge and bent upward. It looked like a mini turbine.
Another ornament that Mom made were beautiful fabric shapes, trees, patchwork squares, stars, stockings, etc. stuffed with batting and closed. She made use of the tinest scraps of material this way.
I have seen woven straw ornaments at garage sales. (I buy Christmas ornaments regularly at garage sales.)
Ornaments can be made out of sewing supplies, old Christmas cards, wrapping paper, ribbon (perfect for bows) and dried flowers and weeds.
You can melt old styrofoam cups in the oven on a cookie sheet. Set the oven at 250 degrees and place used cups, right side up into the oven. Watch them carefully as they will melt down and take on different shapes. When they start to take shape, take them out of the oven, let them cool, and use you creativity to decide if they are hats, or santa bags.
Warning: Do this in a very well ventilated room as the styrofoam will smell as it melts.
I have made these and sold them at church bazaars, and people love to find out that they are recycled!!
I made great ornaments from CD's They are shiny and a good size.I put family photos in the center with evergreen and small oraments around the circle.
I even made a clock. Went to the dollar and got a clock so I could use the mechanism . Attach to back of cd Looks great.
Glue Paper gold doilies around a paper drinking cup that has a point at the end fill with silk flowers or baby breath. Attach a ribbon. Victorian
Decorate an Altoid box punch holes top and bottom put ribbon into holes and hang on tree
Hope these ideas will help Lenore
Save all the colored paper that comes home from the kids school or from junk mail. Cut into strips and then make the strips into loops and make a paper chain.
Any ornament your kids make will always look wonderful on your tree even years from now.
I've seen walnut shell halves decorated and hung from ribbons.
The balls from a sweet gum tree spray painted and hung with a string or ribbon make great ornaments. Try using the seed heads from thistles or other weeds.
Paper snowflakes.
Do you love long walks picking up pinecones but aren't sure what to do with them? Trying making pinecone angels! This can be as thrifty as you want it to be. The head can be a wooden craft ball or an old high bounce ball that has outlived its usefulness. You can either purchase craft wings or make your own. Be creative. Spray paint it gold and hang a string on the back. These are very pretty!
Take lids from jars such as baby jar or spaghetti jars and glue them together so the inside of the lids are facing outward. Cut pictures from greeting cards from years past or pictures of the family or I even copied pictures that children have drawn and downsized them on a copier and cut them and fit them in the lids. The skys the limit with this. We made religious ornaments for the kids Religious Class and we made whimsical tie on for the teacher gifts. We decorate the lips of the ornaments with ribbon and the small garland that you can get the dollar store. Have fun! Only 99 days till Xmas 2004!
Laura Lange
Chicago, IL
I love to make styrofoam ball ornaments.
A cleaver way to use old felt scraps is to cut them
in small circles ( or other shapes)and use quilting pins or pins withe the colorful plastic heads. Take a circle, pin it to the ball and move on until the ball is covered. Last year my DD used Bear punches and flowers and stars. She made them of solid colors and muilti mod style. Everyone loved them. No glue
Salt dough ornaments are great fun and cheap!! Kids love this.make sure to make a hole before baking to hang it with.
4 Cups of all purpose Flour
1 Cup of Salt
1 1/2 Cups of Hot Water
Holiday Cookie Cutters
Decorations, Glitter, Paint, Beads, Etc.
Knead the dough and roll it out to cut out shapes with cookie cutters (just like if you were making sugar cookies). Place them on a microwave safe plate and microwave on high for about 2 minutes. Paint and decorate as desired.
One thing we made as kids was a cardboard macaroni ornament. Cut a shape (we used stars) out of cardboard (cereal boxes work well). Put a thin line of glue along the edge and put macaroni in interesting shapes around the edge. When the glue is dry, spray paint it a pretty color. Poke a hole in the top, thread with a gold cord and hang. You could also paint the macaroni first and glue on pretty patterned cardboard (Kleenex boxes are good for this).
I like to take styrofoam balls and cut out squares of "country" looking material and then just using a kitchen knife stuff the edges of the squares into the foam. I then glue any type of cord or edging to the slit left by stuffing the squares. They are great for a "country Christmas" or use whatever type material squares that go with your theme.
I have more of a question can you use puffy paint that you would find in a Micheals arts and crafts store on little metal ornaments?
I made ornaments using a 12 pack of red bows that I purchased at a dollar store. Using a heart shaped cookie cutter I cut a baby photo of each grandchild and another one out of foam board. I glued the photo to the foam board, for strength, then pricked a hole in the middle of the top of the heart and ran a wire bread tie through it. I attached the heart photo to the middle of the bow. On the right bow tail with black fabric paint I wrote the child's name and on the left bow tail I wrote the birth year. Just tie them to the tree branches. The bows already come with twistie ties attached to them. Christmas began with a baby after all.
Here is some free projects to look at
Tooth Pick Christmas Balls
Orange cloves ball
u should try the kids sites too as they usually have nice simple projects
This year I did a couple new homemade crafts. I made fabric stars out of the already quilted-looking material that you can buy at Walmart, etc. I sewed a front and back together and hung it by poking a hole in the top with scissors and putting a plaid ribbon through the top.
Also, I bought wooden letters, for 97 cents, of the first letters of our family members names. I spray painted them red and hung them again with a green plaid piece of fabic.
I am trying to find a pattern I found on here for folding ribbon into points and covering a styrofoam ball. actually i think they used long bits of material.
I am looking for the Christmas ball made out of ribbons. The ribbons looked like they were folded to make a point and went all the way around the styrofoam ball.
Rizza, look under ribbon ornaments to make under google. Lots of ribbon balls especially the ones you are looking for.
when my son was in head start 10 yrs. ago I was the class mom at Christmas I needed to come up with a craft project for 4 yr. olds , well it turned out that not only 4 yr. old like them all of them did, my grandmother gave me a lot of used puzzles you know 500 - 1000 pieces, well I took the pieces and made a wreath , glue gunned together, and spray painted them red and green, and attached a looped ribbon to the top.........then I purchased glitter, ribbon,small buttons, you could be creative with what you use.........anyway I let the children decorate their own wreaths, oh yeah and I had asked each child to bring in a picture of themselves as recent as possible.......... the finished products were presents for the parents.........they were a big hit.......I made enough for those who had younger brother or sisters so that each child in the family had one that year ....all these years later I still put those on my tree.........what a walk down memory lane..............I know I have run on and on but I hope it make sense........good luck
I'm from TX. We Texans are so full of state pride, we are bustin' with it! I found a TX shaped cookie cutter and I have a bunch of polymer clay. I went to Hobby Lobby tho, and found some red and blue with sparkles in it.
So I rolled out this clay and cut out TX. shapes. At the top, in the panhandle, I took a plastic straw and punched out holes for white ribbon, and then baked the clay. After all of them are done and strung, I bought silver and gold paint pens and I plan to write a Christmas greeting on them and give them as gifts. Having a blast with it!
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by Annaliese Leon
Cronkite News
PHOENIX — Brett Phillips was a finalist in spelling bee in the fourth grade. He fell short of becoming champion because of the word "miscellaneous."
Better late than never, Phillips – now a Brewers outfield prospect – received a shot at redemption Wednesday when pitcher Joba Chamberlain hosted the first spelling bee at Maryvale Baseball Park.
The two sat in chairs side by side, with Phillips, 22, in his Brewers blue warm-up top.
Chamberlain sported a white Brewers jersey-themed robe with the No. 52 included and the word "pancakes" across the back. Pitcher Jimmy Nelson is the robe's rightful owner.
Coming into the contest, Phillips said, "I'm probably going to knock these words out regardless."
(Video by Megan Plain/Cronkite News)
Chamberlain began with some fun teammate trivia, challenging Phillips to spell the last name of fellow outfielder Kirk Nieuwenhuis.
Phillips failed at the second letter. He put "e" instead of "i."
Chamberlain eased up on him and gave him a word he should be familiar with: "balk."
Phillips spelled the word with ease.
As the contest proceeded, the ego within Phillips began to diminish.
The third word from Chamberlain was "narcolepsy." Phillips twice got all the way to the final letter and went with "e" instead of the proper "y."
Chamberlain jokingly screaming "y" at Phillips.
"Don't yell at me," Phillips said. "Don't you see all these people here? This is pressure right here."
The contest drew at least 10 to 15 onlookers including fellow players and media members.
Then came the fourth word: "conscientious."
Phillips didn't get off to a hot start. He mispronounced the word.
He attempted to spell the word "conscious" instead, leaving Chamberlain dying of laughter.
The fifth and final word gave Phillips a true shot at redemption. It was "miscellaneous" — the word he'd missed in the clutch in the fourth-grade spelling bee.
This time, he didn't "misc" it.
So he'd gone 2-for-5.
"I'm a little disappointed in myself," Phillips said. "The spelling bee really exposed how long I've been out of school.
"I should probably take the spelling bee finalist out of my Twitter bio now, that's just how bad I did."
He doesn't think that the fourth-grade version of himself would be too proud.
"The fourth-grade me would definitely let me know that I'm not that good," Phillips said. He said that if that fourth grader saw that he had that in his Twitter bio now, he'd probably laugh at him.
Following the contest, Phillips had already started thinking of ways to sharpen anew his knowledge of spelling.
"I might take a little online classes here and there, just to kind of refresh my mind," Phillips said.
In addition, he mentioned that he plans to read a book in his spare time: the dictionary.


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Ah summertime! The time when we huddle around pits of wood, coal, and fire with our offering of meats and spices as appeasement to the appetites of family and friend alike. And for many, men in particular, it's that Saturday afternoon stage show where we demonstrate our ability to shed the work week's attire and attitude and relish in our primal urge to make something involving fire and dead animals.
This past week I happened upon some really good meat sales and had planned out a few days of marinades, rubs, and subsequent grilling. But with kids it's not uncommon for the best laid plans to fall apart, and so I thought why not grill 3 or 4 meats in a single day? If done right, we can eat like royalty most any day of the week! Here's how I did it.
Have a Plan. The success of this endeavor comes from having the time and resources necessary to pull it off. In my case, there are a few things I always have around the house: freezer bags and marinades (purchased or recipes). I try to shop weekly for fresh meats weekly, and then either repackage into freezer bags immediately or place in a marinade for use within a few days. If I use a rub, I'll normally do that in a shallow pan, cover with saran wrap, and place in the fridge for use in 24hrs. While I'm a lover of terriyaki I've divirsified my talents to include a few basic rubs for chicken and beef, and a couple of chicken marinades with a little of acidity (e.g., orange juice). In a pinch, there is always a Vinergertte dressing stored away. Personally, I rarely marinade less than 1/2 a day, and have been known to go 2 days. Rumor has it that this may break down the meat too much, particularly if the marinade has a high acidity. I've not found that to be the case. The point is, I rarely will bring home meats and just stick them in the freezer. Take that extra 15-30 minutes and start the makings of something great!
Grill Early. Like I said, it's summertime – you never know when things may come up and hijack the afternoon. Being an early riser, once breakfasts and household chores are done what better time to take the meats out and start up the grill? The best part: once you get started you're kinda obligated to relax in the back yard and watch over your culinary works of art! Couple of notes:
- Clean Grill = Clean Taste. No reason to have that your citrus-marinated chicken on grates with leftover steak rub right? A short scrub between meats is enough.
- Keep the grill hot! I've become a big fan of charcoal, so between meats I will remove the grates, rearranging and adding charcoal. It sucks to get halfway through and realize you've lost temperature.
- Don't contaminate. Never reuse your marinade! Once you take your meat out throw it away! It may seem practical to use it to baste but don't – you'll open yourself up to tummy troubles particularly with chicken. Same goes for utensils. I'll use my hands to place on the grill, then tongs thereafter. Never use the same utensils on raw and cooking meats or vegetables.
Grill for now or for later? Ok, the #1 concern I hear about grilling for later is that the meat will be dry. And if you grill as though you are going to eat immediately, you're right – when warmed later it won't be great. Instead, Remember what I said about having a plan? I will typically grill beef to a medium rare stage, and then immediately remove knowing that it will continue to cook for a period of time. If it's for later that evening, I'll put in the refrigerator in a plastic container. If it's for a few days later I'll use freezer bags (removing as much air as possible) and stick labeled in the freezer.Chicken and pork are a little more challenging, but check a few pieces and target a slight pinkish color if you plan to freeze for later.
Nail the Ending. Now you're ready to surprise everyone with a midweek treat! If the grilled meats are frozen, you'll want to put them in the fridge the night before to thaw slowly. Never defrost in the microwave. You'll cook the meat and suck out all the moisture in quick fashion. If you have a gas grill (or the time, with charcoal) you can place the meats out on a medium temperature and be ready to eat in short order. To add some panache, try throwing some sliced veggies, bread (with butter & garlic) on there as well. The idea here it that your time & toil at the grill is dramatically minimized. Of course, you can forgo the grill all together. Many times I will place them in a shallow pan in the oven, then set the temperature to 350 degrees. This slowly brings the meat up to temperature while completing the cooking process and not losing any of the juiciness.
That's it! While I'm confident I'm not the first to discover the joys of stacking the grill I hope this inspires you to think about ways to enjoy the experience all week long.


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Category: Calcium/Bone Disorders
Monitor: 16
Objective :
The objective of this report is to describe a case of Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia (FHH) with evaluation confounded by Vitamin D (VitD) insufficiency and emphasize the significance of thorough family history (FHx) in hypercalcemia evaluation.
Methods : This is a descriptive report of an FHH case diagnosed at the endocrinology office. A review of the topic "FHH" was done using PubMed to include relevant learning points under discussion.
Results :
A 64-year-old female with a history of hypertension presented complaining of fatigue. Initial blood work was significant for a corrected total Calcium(Ca) of 11.3mg/dL (8.7-10.8). Home medications were reviewed and did not include Ca supplement or thiazide diuretic. Additional workup revealed high ionized Ca, and unremarkable creatinine (Cr), thyroid-stimulating hormone, alkaline phosphatase. The patient reported a history of high Ca level in her blood, attributed to dehydration, and FHx of parathyroidectomy (PTX) in her father, sister and a paternal aunt for "abnormal Ca levels" without successful normalization of Ca levels after surgery. Further workup showed an intact PTH concentration of 136.2pg/mL (14.0-72.0), 25-hydroxy VitD level of 26.5ng/mL (30.0-100.0) and unremarkable neck ultrasound. The patient was started on ergocalciferol for VitD insufficiency. At this point, her hypercalcemia was attributed to primary hyperparathyroidism (HPT). Given her FHx, 24-hour (Hr) urinary Ca measurement was ordered after normalization of VitD level, to rule out FHH, and was less than 5mg/24-hr (42-353). A repeat 24-hr urine Ca tested after seven days was low with a calculated 24-hr urine Ca/Cr clearance ratio of 0.006. The diagnosis of FHH was made and the patient did not undergo PTX.
Discussion :
Asymptomatic hypercalcemia often poses a diagnostic challenge. Clinicians typically rule out malignancy, HPT and medications as a cause of hypercalcemia. However, it is also important to obtain a detailed FHx, which plays a key role in diagnosing FHH. In this case, multiple family members underwent PTX, which could have been averted with a thorough FHx and prompt diagnosis. A 24-hr urine Ca/Cr clearance ratio helps to differentiate FHH from Primary HPT, and a ratio of less than 0.01 is highly suggestive of FHH. Additionally, confirmation with Ca-sensing receptor gene testing helps to determine the need for further evaluation of familial causes of hypercalcemia.
Conclusion : FHH is a lifelong benign condition characterized by mild, asymptomatic, long-standing hypercalcemia that does not require medical or surgical treatment. Early diagnosis of FHH is crucial to avoid unnecessary surgical intervention and associated healthcare expenditure.
Monisha Priyadarshini Kumar– Resident Physician, PGY2, Cleveland Clinic Akron General, Akron, Ohio
Nairmeen Haller– Director of Research, Cleveland Clinic Akron General, AKRON, Ohio
Michael Morocco– Attending Physician, Cleveland clinic Akron General, Akron, Ohio
Monisha Priyadarshini Kumar– Attending Physician, Cleveland clinic Akron General, Akron, Ohio
Monisha Priyadarshini Kumar– Resident Physician, PGY2, Cleveland Clinic Akron General, Akron, Ohio
Resident Physician, PGY2
Cleveland Clinic Akron General
Akron, Ohio


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Bishan the Watchful (adopted)
|Honzo, un-named brother
|Moshi Wakiza
|Yoritomo Kumiko,
Yoritomo Aramasu (adopted)
|Mantis Clan Champion,
Patron of the Mantis Clan
Yoritomo, often called the Son of Storms, was a large man by Rokugani standards. He had an athletic build and green eyes. He was only rarely seen out of his trademark mantis-like armor, and even rarer still without his kama. Believing that the Mantis Clan deserved to be more than a minor clan, he lived his life to one end: the ascension of his people to Great Clan status. Yoritomo was a cunning tactician and a fearsome warrior. His courage and audacity shocked many, but lead most samurai to admire his strength. [citation needed]
Youth Edit
In 1097, Yoritomo was born the youngest of three sons to the Mantis Clan Champion Yoshitsune and his wife Kirei, [1] being the eldest brother Honzo. [2]
In 1100, [3] at the age of three, Yoritomo's mother and two brothers were killed by assassins from the Ivory Kingdoms. The attack upon the Mantis Clan Champion's family left the Champion with a crippled leg and Yoritomo with a scar across his face. Yoshitsune kept the true nature of his family's death from Yoritomo for years to come. [1]
Brother's Treachery Edit
Yoritomo did not know his eldest brother had found his father was trading with the gaijin, a forbidden activity by Imperial Decree. He hired an assassin, and asked the man to murder his father. He wanted the assassin to 'take Yoshitsune's place in all things'. He expected to later murder the imposter and restoring his family's honor and taking the Championship. [4]
Slaughter of his Family Edit
Gaijin sorcerers killed at night without mercy, with the acid of their hands and feet, leaving only white bone in their touchs. His eldest brother was killed with his own katana, and his father murdered, being secretly replaced by the assassin leader. The Storm Legion finally reached the gaijin and struck them down. [5]
Training Edit
Yoritomo's sensei during his youth was called Tokui. In one sparring session, earlier in the same day Yoshitsune revealed the truth to Yoritomo, Yoritomo broke some of Tokui's ribs. Tokui might have been killed were it not for the intervention of Yoshitsune. [1]
Discovering his family's true fate Edit
When Yoritomo reached his gempukku [4] in 1117, Yoshitsune's conscience weighed too heavy, and he revealed to Yoritomo the true nature of what had happened that night. Yoshitsune revealed that he was an impostor, a Rakshasa called Bishan the Watchful, that the real Yoshitsune had died during the attack, and the imposter had come to love Yoritomo and raised him until just before his gempukku. The false Yoshitsune handed Yoritomo his blades, and as it dawned upon the ten year old boy that the man was not his real father the man jumped from the walls of Kyuden Mantis to his death in the sea below. [1]
Rest of the Family Edit
Yoritomo was uncle to Hsi Tsu, [6] and cousin to Suana. [7] Both relatives became remarkable members of the Brotherhood of Shinsei.
General Edit
Yoritomo was appointed as the general of the Mantis armies. He taught his followers a technique created on his own, the Yoritomo's Rolling Wave, a weaving and dodging style of fighting that was perfectly suited to the rolling waves of Rokugan's wide oceans. This movement was hypnotizingly slow and unpredictable, and caused the Mantis to be more difficult to hit. [8]
Battle of Ice and Snow Edit
Following a plan devised by Shosuro Kachiko, daughter of the Shosuro Daimyo, Yoritomo seized Kyuden Suru Kokai in the Doji coastline, while winter court at Kyuden Seppun was held. She had offered a Shosuro trade agreement to the Mantis, in return for his future withdraw of the Crane fortress. In such a way Kachiko would gain a political victory, while the Mantis acceptance of the Emperor's wishes would elevate the position of the Minor Clan in the Imperial Court. The Shosuro betrayed the agreement and Kachiko was imprisoned, and a ransom was demanded for the Imperial emissary. Yoritomo had to escape after Doji Hoturi and Daidoji forces led a victorious counterattack in winter time, in the Battle of Ice and Snow. [9]
Mantis Clan Champion Edit
In 1117 Yoritomo was made the Mantis Clan Champion. Many within the Mantis felt he would lead them to greatness as he was well known for his anger over the minor clan status of the clan. [10]
Troubles in the Forbidden City Edit
While the Emperor hosted winter court in Kyuden Seppun during winter 1122-1123, the Miya Daimyo Miya Yoto invited the Three Man Alliance as kanrinin of the Imperial Palace, one of the greatest Imperial Honor a Clan might receive. Yoto's son, Miya Satoshi, despised the ronin and Minor Clan members, and he sought his father's dishonor. Satoshi arranged a number of the barbarian Moto to spend the winter in the Unicorn Guest Home. Yoritomo himself was embroiled, after the Moto requested to share the Kanrinin duties with the Three Man Alliance. The Moto and Minor Clans fought amongst themselves duel after duel in the Ekohikei. When Hantei XXXVIII returned the kanrinin were put to work returning the Forbidden City and Ekohikei back together. [11]
Chukandomo Edit
In 1123 a blade was found by a pearl diver off the Island of Spice from an ancient ship sunk, and brought to Yoritomo. He realized that this was indeed one of the five blades of Doji Yasurugi, the one which had been lost to the ocean, Chukandomo. He decided to gift it to Doji Hoturi and entrusted it to his best samurai. The Shipping Lanes with the Crane were being harassed by pirates, and the blade's ship was attacked and sunk. [12]
Scorpion Coup Edit
When the Scorpion Coup was evdident had failed, Yoritomo gave safe passage out of the Imperial City to several Scorpion courtiers, guided by a pearl diver through the subterranean river system, swimming to safety. [13]
After the Coup Edit
Yoritomo hired the services of the famous duelist Dairya, to teach his men the ways of the blade. [14]
Crab Dark Secret Exposed Edit
In 1125 a Mantis scouting trip cast ashore in the Shadowlands, witnessing by happestance a meeting between the Kuni Daimyo Kuni Yori and Oni. Yoritomo realized Hida Kisada was sealing an alliance with the Sahdowlands to bid for the Empire. The Mantis kept silent, as their testimony would not be accepted at court, and began to increase their army. [15]
Yoritomo's Alliance Edit
To increase his visibility and power base, Yoritomo formed the Yoritomo's Alliance during the Clan War. They were united by a common cause: stop the bloodshed, force the Great Clans to honor their ancient obligations and oaths, and ensure that the Empire is saved from those who would destroy it. [16] They were used as hired mercenaries, and the gold of the Crane had paid for the Mantis's vast armies. [17]
Gathering Minor Clans Edit
In 1122, [18] at the onset of the Clan War Yoritomo summoned the leaders of Three Man Alliance, Suzume Yugoki, son of the Sparrow Clan Champion, Ryosei from the Fox Clan, and Tsuruchi from the Wasp Clan. Yugoki made no objection when the other leaders joined the Yoritomo's Alliance, but the scarcity of bushi within the Sparrow Clan forced Yugoki to stand aside. [19] His diplomat Yoritomo Hogosha returned from Shiro Shinjo with the support of Shinjo Yokatsu, if Yoritomo would have the strength to forge his own destiny. [20]
View on Toturi the Black Edit
In 1127 Yoritomo was interested in the fledging Toturi's Army, seeing in Toturi the Black what he wished others to see in him. He dispatched his most trusted lieutenant, Kamoto, to join and learn from the ronin army. [21]
Centipede join Yoritomo Edit
This year the Centipede Clan conditionally decided to join the alliance. They wished a marriage with the ruling family of Mantis, to be determined later. [22]
Shadowlands within the Empire Edit
Yoritomo sent an invasion party to mainland Rokugan. The Mantis ranks were filled with many ronin. The army had come to purge the Shadowlands that plagued the people, and if in doing so the Yoritomo's Alliance could prove their mettle to the Great Clans, so much the better. [23] In 1127 a unit of the Alliance led by Tsuruchi was sent by Yoritomo against an horde of oni and goblins, near the southern Crane border. Despite their small numbers, the combined archers of the Wasp, and shugenja of the Centipede and Fox delayed the Shadowlands forces until the Alliance's main army reached them. [24]
Battle at Benten Seido Edit
In 1128 the Crane Clan expended much of its treasury to hire groups of ronin and enlist the aid of Yoritomo's Alliance. The alliance proved its worthy in the Battle at Benten Seido, where a large Shadowlands force was driven off from Benten Seido. [25]
Clans United Against the Hantei Edit
After the failed assault on Otosan Uchi against Hantei XXXIX in the Month of the Hare of 1128, the surviving Crab forces laid a camp near the ruins of Kyuden Doji. In winter this year the possesed Emperor announced the cancellation Winter Court. Hida Tsuru, Hida Kisada's brother, sent invitations to hold a mock Winter Court outside the city, which was soon attended by the leaders of the clans and their military advisors. Now united, the clans began uniting their forces against the Shadowlands. [26]
Battle of Sokustel Forest Edit
In mid-winter the armies of the clans were massing near Otosan Uchi. Yogo Junzo's Army headed toward the massed armies of Rokugan through the Sokustel Forest. They were ambushed by the Wasp archers of Tsuruchi, flanked by the forces of the Falcon, and smashed by another flanking assault from the other side made by the Mantis warriors. Fox and Centipede shugenja riddled the tainted army throughout. The forces of the Shadowlands suffered heavy losses until Yoritomo withdrew his forces and quickly moved north to join the others. [26]
The Great Clan Edit
After the Battle of Sokustel Forest, [27] the Mantis fought on the Second Day of Thunder, the ninth day of the Month of the Ox of 1128. [28] Yoritomo presented the Clan Champions of the assembled Great Clans with an ultimatum: he and his clan would rather die than continue to serve, so they would accept the Mantis as a Great Clan or Yoritomo would attack them with his army. Kakita Toshimoko asked Doji Hoturi for permission to kill Yoritomo for the request, but Hida Yakamo just laughed and said he approved. The Champions were so impressed they agreed to give the Mantis Great Clan status, assuming any of them survived the day. [29] [30] It was considered the beginning of the Age of Man. [31] Toturi left the command of the united armies to Yoritomo, because he had to find his fate as the Lion Clan Thunder. [32]
Toturi's Reign Edit
Yoritomo struggled to earn the respect of their fellow clans, but few were willing to afford them the same priviliges as the original Great Clans. Many of the Minor Clan samurai who had joined him during war were returning to their homes. The fortunes of war brought him greatness, but without war the Yoritomo family might soon stand alone. Tsuruchi, disgusted with the other members of the alliance, threw his lot with Yoritomo. The Wasp Clan became the Tsuruchi family of the Mantis [33] in 1128. [34]
Hidden Emperor Edit
Following Emperor Toturi I's kidnapping in 1130, Yoritomo's ambitions towards the Imperial Throne increased. [35] With Toturi missing, Yoritomo had decided the time was ripe to gather what territory he could under the banner of his alliance, setting his sights on a Lion fortress. His approach was seen by a Lion watchtower, Matsu Hiro, who quickly advised his chui. The timely arrival of Ikoma Tsanuri's army drove the advanced forces back. [36]
The Scorpion Deal Edit
Bayushi Aramoro made a deal with Yoritomo in 1130, in the Month of the Serpent. [37] In exchange for his son, Bayushi Aramasu, Yoritomo would hold the Scorpion lands until their return from their exile to the Burning Sands. Yoritomo Aramasu traveled to Mantis lands bearing maps and secrets, so that Yoritomo could further his power in Rokugan and fulfill his promise to Aramoro. Citing their charter from Toturi I to tax and regent any "unaligned" lands, Yoritomo traveled to Scorpion lands. [38]
Yoritomo Invades the Scorpion Lands Edit
The Mantis headed from the Three Man Alliance's territory towards the Scorpion lands, and were blocked by the Crane, who refused them passage. Yoritomo offered them a fortune in payment for passage, including the Ancestral Sword of the Lion Clan. [39] While journeying through Crane Clan lands, Doji Kuwanan himself traveled with the Mantis. Upon arriving in Scorpion lands, it became clear that Kuwanan had made his own plans, using the Scorpion Children fostered to the Crane as an excuse for rightful ownership of Scorpion lands. Kuwanan ambushed Yoritomo as they entered Scorpion lands, and Yoritomo was forced to retreat. [38] Kuwanan was unaware of it at the time, but his decisions were based on advisers sent by the Lying Darkness to cause strife in the Empire. [40] This was widely regarded as the beginning of the War Against Shadow. [38]
Yoritomo knew that the Crane forces were not large enough to sustain a prolonged attack or hold the Scorpion provinces without weakening the defense of their own borders, so he withdrew into Beiden Pass to fight a defensive battle and wait. [41] While retreating they seized the Beiden Pass, a way to go north to Lion lands and the beaches of Otosan Uchi. Crane and Unicorn forces surrounded the Mantis. [42] After six months since the Mantis claimed Beiden Pass they had built a Palace upon the tall slopes of the canyon, and their armies prepare to invade the Matsu lands. The Crane allied with the Unicorn waged war against Yoritomo, seeking to destroy his hold on Beiden pass. [43]
Seeking the Hidden Emperor Edit
In 1132 while seeking the Hidden Emperor Yoritomo told Aramasu that if he could not take the Imperial Throne he would destroy it instead. Yoritomo gave Tsuruchi an Akodo Dagger brought by a spy from outside the clan to help him to find Toturi. [44] The spy should be a kolat minion, because the only lost Akodo Dagger was seen on the hands of Akodo Kage, the uncovered Kolat Master. [45] [46] It was not clear if the kolat were helping the Empire against the Shadow, the opposite, or only playing on both sides.
Kuwanan Pursued Yoritomo Edit
Finally Yoritomo left the pass, moving toward Shiro Matsu and Otosan Uchi. [47] The Lion could not oppose this advance; Ikoma Tsanuri was busy marching to Crab lands and the rest of the clan was defending itself from the Unicorn. His path home cut off, Yoritomo opted to skirt the Crane lands and retreated to the edge of Phoenix territory. The Crane hesitated to enter the lands of of their longtime allies, and the Mantis were given time to regroup. [48]
Kuwanan was unaware of it at the time, but his decisions were based on advisors sent by the Lying Darkness to cause strife in the Empire.
Rescue of Toturi Edit
Yoritomo had promised Tsuruchi to meet him in the Beiden Pass or in the other side of Morikage Forest, in the Phoenix lands. The small Mantis group had been slaughtered by the Goju and could not contact Yoritomo. [45] Tsuruchi joined Otaku Kamoko and several Naga, and retreated inside the Morikage Castle, where they found the kidnapped Emperor Toturi, shortly before they were attacked by more Goju. Yoritomo marched to the forest with their Ikoma allies to find what had occurred to their men, and aided Kamoko's group to survive the attack of the Shadows, and they left the forest. [49] Yoritomo was reported by Tsuruchi about the dark activities in the Morikage Castle and used it to march with his troops toward Phoenix lands. [50] It was not known why Yoritomo informed the death of Tsuruchi at Phoenix lands, [51] but it was not true. The followers of Tsuruchi did not believe it and began to seek him. [52]
Mantis Invasion of Phoenix Lands Edit
Advisors of Yoritomo warned him about to wait too much because the Phoenix could ally with the Crane and the Mantis would face a war from two fronts. [53] In an effort to expand his power, Yoritomo again cited the Mantis Clan Charter and seized control of the lands of the Phoenix Clan, claiming the clan was too weak to properly protect the territory themselves, following their depletion on the Second Day of Thunder. [54] Yoritomo hoped to take the lands quickly, but the Phoenix Clan Champion, Shiba Tsukune, saw his invasion as an act of war and responded in kind. As the Phoenix were not ready for such an assault, Yoritomo slowly made his way deeper into Phoenix lands. It was later concluded that Yoritomo's actions were based on advice given by shape-shifting minions of the Lying Darkness. [55]
Naming an Heir Edit
When the Scorpion Clan returned to Rokugan, restored as Great Clan, Bayushi Aramoro requested his son - fostered now for two years with the Mantis - back. It would be the last chance for Aramasu to take his place as Scorpion, but he refused to return. [56] Yoritomo took Aramasu as his adopted son, making him Yoritomo Aramasu. [57]
Fall of Kyuden Asako Edit
Famine struck Rokugan, with so many farmlands being unattended. [58] Yoritomo requested Shiba Tsukune surrender Kyuden Asako in return for food, but was rebuffed. In 1132 the Mantis attacked and the Fall of Kyuden Asako was quick. Tsukune had to retreat to Isawa provinces. Yoritomo brought forth supplies to be divided amongst the people. [59] The Mantis used the information provided by Bayushi Aramasu to seize the Phoenix strongholds. [50] [60]
The Crane and the Fox Edit
In the political warfare the Crane had began to contact the Fox, seeking to take them out of the Yoritomo's Alliance. [51]
Shinjo and Yoritomo Edit
The same year, shortly after the mad Toturi disappeared again, Yoritomo was approached by Lady Shinjo, [51] who offered to put him on the Imperial throne. Her reason for this was that the Mantis did not have a hand in ending her brother Hantei's family line. [61] [62] Yoritomo refused, saying he would never become a pawn, not even of the Kami. [63] [64]
Twenty-Seven Days of Darkness Edit
Onnotangu was dead and Amaterasu had fled the Celestial Heavens, beginning the Twenty-Seven Days of Darkness. In the ninth day Hitomi visited Yoritomo at Kyuden Mantis. They walked along the beach of the Mantis isles. It was unknown what they talked. [65]
Fall of Shiro Shiba Edit
Later this year Yoritomo besieged Shiro Shiba. When Shiba Tsukune realized that he had split his army in two - the second marching to Isawa lands - the Shiba had no choice but to allow their home to be captured, hastening north to defend the Isawa provinces. [66] [67]
Kyuden Isawa besieged Edit
Yoritomo's Alliance besieged Kyuden Isawa. Shiba Tetsu decided to change his tactics and entered the Isawa Woodlands with his forces, beginning a guerrilla warfare against the invaders and crippling the spirit of the Yoritomo's forces. [68] The fate of the castle was determined in a personal duel between Yoritomo Denyaku [69] and Shiba Gensui, which was won by the Phoenix. [70]
Strange Portent Edit
Shortly after Shiro Shiba was seized, one of Yoritomo's advisors urged him to press the advantage. So insistent and annoying was he that Yoritomo cut him down. The advisor's face melted down into nothingness, and Yoritomo ordered his troops to pull back to Shiro Shiba until he could determine the meaning of this event. [67]
By 1133 the Mantis had been defeated by the Phoenix. While Yoritomo was considering retreat to his homeland islands, he was wounded by one of his personal bodyguards. Aramasu charged the traitor and the Son of Storms was able to kill the would-be assassin with his Kama. The face of the dead man faded, and Aramasu learned about the Lying Darkness. Yoritomo Komori meanwhile had healed Yoritomo with his spells. The Mantis began to cleanse their ranks using crystal to test their kinsmen. [71]
Fall of the Alliance Edit
In 1133 the seemingly never-ending invasion of the Phoenix lands [72] took its toll on the Alliance, creating doubt in the Mantis Clan's manner of leadership. When Yoritomo proposed marriage to Fox Clan Champion Kitsune Ryosei, she not only refused but abandoned the Alliance, throwing the Fox Clan in with the Crane. [73] [74]
Yoritomo Married Edit
With Scorpion Clan returned to their lands Yoritomo retreated to the Mantis islands, abandoning mainland Rokugan completely. In 1133 [75] Yoritomo married Moshi Wakiza the Moshi Daimyo of the Centipede Clan, making the bonds between both clans stronger. [50]
Oblivions's Gate Edit
When the Dragon of Water came to collect Yoritomo and his twenty strongest men to be speeded away to Oblivion's Gate, Yoritomo knew his men were weak and weary from the war with the Phoenix. He told the Water Dragon that he was his twenty strongest men. Young Aramasu boldly stood with his father and said "And I am twenty-one." [76] [77]
Race to Volturnum Edit
After three days of march in the Shadowlands they saw a massive enemy army in their way. [78]
Death Edit
During the Battle of Oblivion's Gate in 1133, Yoritomo was confronted by Goju Adorai who attempted to convince the Mantis Champion to join the Shadow by giving up his name. Yoritomo replied that he had already given his name to his followers. Adorai was outraged and lashed out at Yoritomo, severely wounding the Champion before fleeing. Aramasu, who had been watching nearby, raced over to his adoptive father. Dying, Yoritomo passed leadership on to Aramasu. Aramasu took up his father's kama and ended Yoritomo's suffering, fulfilling the prophecies Hitomi and Adorai had made that Aramasu would kill his father. [79]
Continuing the Fight Edit
Following his death Yoritomo fought alongside the other heroes of Rokugan who returned through Oblivion's Gate. [79] He once again took up arms alongside his son Aramasu and other heroic souls in the Legion of the Dead to battle the Legion of Blood over the newly formed Realm of Thwarted Destiny.
After Death Edit
Following the victory at Oblivion's Gate, Yoritomo spent his time in Yomi, repeatedly performing kata on the seashore. What would be considered a reward for some was a boring existence for a man who had had such an exciting life. [80]
Funeral Edit
The funeral for Yoritomo was attended by every Mantis of importance and eight daimyo from other clans. A massive warship containing Yoritomo's body was cast on Umi Yakamo and set ablaze by a bolt of lightning, cast by the hand of Osano-Wo himself. [81]
Legion of the Dead Edit
In 1166 Yoritomo joined the Legion of the Dead. He had stepped forward to answer Matsu Goemon's call. [82]
Visited in the Heavens Edit
It was not until 1169 that his situation changed when Moshi Daimyo Moshi Amika and Horiuchi Rikako used the Heavenly Kobune of Suitengu to enlist his aid in finding Otaku Kamoko among the stars. As a reward for bringing Kamoko to the court of Tengoku, Yoritomo was granted admittance so the Mantis would have a voice in the heavenly court. [80] A Shrine to Yoritomo was built. [83]
Tengoku Edit
Following the Elemental Dragons' purge of all non-fortune, non-Emperor mortals in the heavens, the Dragon of Thunder did not wish Yoritomo to be cast out of Tengoku. The dragons allowed Otaku Kamoko to stay in Tengoku as Shinjo's substitute until Shinjo's return, but they would not allow Yoritomo to remain because he had no divine patron. Thunder, feeling that Yoritomo was worthy of being allowed to remain, gave up a part of its own divinity to make Yoritomo a rightful resident of the heavens. Thunder was cast down and Yoritomo was allowed to live in Tengoku permanently, effectively considered to be a Kami. [84]
See also Edit
External Links Edit
- Yoritomo (Crimson and Jade)
- Yoritomo Exp (Time of the Void)
- Yoritomo Exp2 (Hidden Emperor 5)
- Yoritomo Exp3 (Soul of the Empire)
- Yoritomo Exp2KYD (Thousand Years of Darkness)
- Yoritomo, Son of Storms (Siege: Clan War)
|Preceded by:
Bishan the Watchful, impersonated as Yoshitsune
|Mantis Clan Champion
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|Succeeded by:
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|Preceded by:
|Yoritomo Daimyo
1128 - 1133
|Succeeded by:
Yoritomo Aramasu
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Dawn of Storms, by Ree Soesbee
- ↑ Secrets of the Mantis, p. 90
- ↑ Great Clans, p. 145
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Way of the Minor Clans, p. 23
- ↑ Way of the Minor Clans, p. 24
- ↑ Way of Shinsei, p. 82
- ↑ Way of Shinsei, p. 71
- ↑ Code of Bushido, p. 47
- ↑ Winter Court: Kyuden Seppun, pp. 72-75
- ↑ Legend of the Five Rings; Third Edition, p. 17
- ↑ Otosan Uchi:Book 2, pp. 95-96
- ↑ Midnight's Blood, pp. 26-27
- ↑ Otosan Uchi: The Scorpion's Sting, p. 28
- ↑ Way of the Wolf, p. 67
- ↑ Winter Court: Kyuden Kakita, pp. 78-79
- ↑ Ryan Dancey's Timeline (Anvil of Despair)
- ↑ Silk Works (Hidden Emperor 5 flavor)
- ↑ Fealty and Freedom, p. 87
- ↑ Player's Guide: 2nd Ed, p. 72
- ↑ Time of the Void, pp. 49-50
- ↑ Time of the Void, pp. 34-35
- ↑ Time of the Void, p. 54
- ↑ Seminars Fictions 3
- ↑ Time of the Void, pp. 50-51
- ↑ Time of the Void, p. 76
- ↑ 26.0 26.1 Time of the Void, p. 100
- ↑ Clan Letter to the Mantis #2 (Imperial Herald v2 #2)
- ↑ Time of the Void, p. 101
- ↑ The Son of Storms (Yoritomo's Alliance)
- ↑ The Yoritomo Alliance (Time of the Void, story back)
- ↑ The Age of Man (Dark Journey Home flavor)
- ↑ Siege: Clan War (Rulebook story)
- ↑ Hidden Emperor, pp. 9-10
- ↑ Legend of the Five Rings; Fourth Edition, p. 217
- ↑ Heavy Infantry (Jade flavor)
- ↑ Clan War: Call to Arms, pp. 57-60
- ↑ Hidden Emperor, p. 12
- ↑ 38.0 38.1 38.2 Legend of the Five Rings; Third Edition, p. 21
- ↑ Claiming the Bayushi Provinces (Storyline Tournament)
- ↑ Draft Notice (Soul of the Empire flavor)
- ↑ Hidden Emperor, pp. 13-14
- ↑ Rulebook Story (Hidden Emperor 5)
- ↑ Rulebook Story, (Hidden Emperor 6)
- ↑ The Storming of Morikage Castle, Part 1, by Ree Soesbee
- ↑ 45.0 45.1 The Storming of Morikage Castle, Part 2, by Ree Soesbee
- ↑ Prayers and Treasures, p. 133
- ↑ A Gentle Reminder by Ree Soesbee
- ↑ Hidden Emperor, p. 28
- ↑ The Storming of Morikage Castle, Part 3, by Ree Soesbee
- ↑ 50.0 50.1 50.2 Clan Letter to the Mantis #6 (Imperial Herald v3 #2)
- ↑ 51.0 51.1 51.2 Clan Letter to the Mantis #11 (Imperial Herald v3 #3)
- ↑ Tsuruchi's Legion (Ambition's Debt flavor)
- ↑ Hidden Emperor, pp. 28-29
- ↑ March of the Alliance (Hidden Emperor 5 flavor)
- ↑ Legend of the Five Rings; Third Edition, p. 22
- ↑ Legions, Part VI
- ↑ Legend of the Five Rings; Third Edition, p. 21
- ↑ Hidden Emperor, p. 42
- ↑ Hidden Emperor, p. 43
- ↑ A Part of Destiny, by Ree Soesbee
- ↑ Command of the Kami (Fire and Shadow flavor)
- ↑ Hidden Emperor, p. 55
- ↑ Yoritomo Refuses the Throne (Fire and Shadow flavor)
- ↑ Legend of the Five Rings; Third Edition, p. 23
- ↑ Strike At Midnight: The Twenty-seven Days of Darkness
- ↑ Siege (Dark Journey Home flavor)
- ↑ 67.0 67.1 Hidden Emperor, p. 64
- ↑ Clan Letter to the Phoenix #11 (Imperial Herald v3 #3)
- ↑ Clan Letter to the Phoenix #12 (Imperial Herald v3 #4)
- ↑ Clan Letter to the Mantis #8 (Imperial Herald v3 #4)
- ↑ Clan Letter to the Mantis (Imperial Herald v4 #2)
- ↑ Fire and Shadow, box text
- ↑ Hidden Emperor, pp. 78-79
- ↑ Fire and Shadow, Starter Quotes
- ↑ Hidden Emperor, p. 79
- ↑ Kyuden Kitsune Son of my Heart (Soul of the Empire Storyback), by Ree Soesbee
- ↑ For my Clan (Soul of the Empire flavor)
- ↑ The Race to Volturnum: Mantis
- ↑ 79.0 79.1 The Death of Yoritomo
- ↑ 80.0 80.1 Sailing the Heavens, by Shawn Carman
- ↑ Secrets of the Mantis, p. 7
- ↑ The Legion of the Dead: The Son of Storms
- ↑ Shrine to Yoritomo (Promotional Title)
- ↑ Preparations, Part I, by Rusty Priske and Shawn Carman
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For Ohio University students, though, this holiday takes on a special meaning. It's a time to say "Thank goodness I'm a Bobcat."
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The sun sets on Mumbai…
My short research trip to India has come to an end and I was sad to say goodbye to one of the busiest cities I have ever known.
Pit Stop in Hyderabad – The City of Pearls
My stay in Hyderabad was short but I managed to eat 3 meals a day and sample the best local dishes the city has to offer.
Mumbai Reboot
I've been to India many times, but this food research trip was long overdue. On my last trip I sampled all the usual delights from street food through to five star hotel restaurants, and never went hungry nor did I feel disappointed with the food choices. I'm half way through my trip and it feels like I'm in a whole new city. It's as if foodie Mumbai powered down and it's reboot is tastier, more exciting and evolving quicker than ever.
Covershoot for my new cookbook
There's nothing more exciting than shooting images for a new cookbook.
Rajasthan Cycle Challenge
I've decided to do something crazy and have signed up for a cycle challenge for the wonderful Action Against Hunger charity. In October I'm going to be packing my water bottle and cycle helmet and heading to Rajasthan in India for a mammoth 400km cycle.
All Truffled Out…
Last night I hosted a spiced chocolate truffle event at my favourite London venue – Alno. The exclusive networking event for Female Focus was full of interesting, successful women who didn't hesitate to kick off their heels, roll up their sleeves and pop on an apron.
To rub or not to rub…
Dry rubs and wet marinades have always been popular and I often get asked what I prefer – do I make a rub or make a paste – does it really matter?!…the ultimate question…to rub or not to rub?
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It's that time of year again when the shops and markets are filled with those amazing little bitter oranges from Seville. They are too tart to eat on their own but they make fantastic marmalade. So what are you waiting for????! Get marmalading!!!
Christmas and all things spice!
Christmas is just around the corner and that can mean only one thing – food, mulled wine and all things spice! I absolutely love Christmas and dare I say it's not for the right reasons, but if only as an excuse to share good food and drinks with those I love. Since I moved to London I have been spoilt for choice around this time of year as there are so many special restaurant christmas menus, mulled wine wafting from the shops and wonderful seasonal produce available absolutely everywhere. I just wanted to share what Christmas means to me and let you in on my christmas day menu which I start planning before December hits!
BBC Good Food Show Birmingham 28th November
I'm looking forward to seeing some of you next week at the BBC Good Food Show in Birmingham. Lots of cookery demonstrations from celebrity chefs including loads to see, taste and buy.


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