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What is cyclo-cross?
Simply put, 'cross is the most fun you can have on a bike short of riding a tandem with Mark Cavendish… or his girlfriend, for that matter. It's a fast and furious off-road blast with obstacles, twists and turns and, more often than not, a healthy dose of mud.
Do I need a special bike, then?
Not particularly. Most ride a 'cross specific machine, with special brakes and knobbly tyres, but turn up with a helmet and a mountain bike and you are ready to race.
But I don't know which race is for me.
- Under 10/12 – self-explanatory
- Youth – under-16
- Junior – Between 16 and 18
- Senior – Between 18 and 39
- Veteran – Between 40 and the grave…
- Woman – Not a bloke
- Novice – New to 'cross? This is you!
Excellent. How seriously will we be taking it?
Up to you. Want to be on the podium and win a prize? You'd better be good. Rather dress up as Elvis and decorate your bike with garlands of flowers? Go ahead: you may win a prize that way. Want to ride through the 'fountain of foam' while being pelted with giant marshmallows by King Kong? Each to their own…
Splendid. My friends will want to come along as well and laugh… I mean, support me.
Glad to hear it. Entry for spectators is absolutely FREE. We'll have beer tents serving Belgium's finest brew, quality catering featuring pies, frites and other suitably heartwarming fare, the best DJ in all of London Town, the best race commentator to hail from Hampshire, and a whole load of noisy, rattley things for you to shake, rattle and roll.
Why is the series only two weekends?
These two weekends do not clash with the National Trophy series. The early-season dates give road-based riders, still fit at the end of the season, the chance to compete without committing to a whole winter. Courses will be fast and reasonably dry (weather permitting…), leading to competitive racing.
Which elites are racing?
The best in the country and more will compete for a share of £6,000 prize money in four-man teams. Invitations will go out to the top cyclo-cross outfits (Hargroves, Wheelbase, Hope) and the best road teams (Motorpoint, Endura, Sigma Sport, Rapha- Condor-Sharp) in Britain, to make the highest-quality field seen in UK cyclo-cross for years.
What is the format for the Elite Race?
40 minutes plus one lap, with team result given bigger billing than overall win. 'Cross riders have asked for more challenging courses: we have listened – steps, sandpits and planks will keep them busy, while the road riders will appreciate the super-fast course at Huddersfield.
What is the inspiration?
By and large the cross scene in the UK doesn't contain any of the party atmosphere of its US counterpart. It's time to bring the US way of doing it to the UK as an end of road racing season treat.
Who is on board?
Rapha is sponsoring the series. Veteran national cyclo- cross champion, off-road legend and all-round good chap Nick Craig has assisted with course design to give his fellow competitors some tasty challenges. Cyclevox will add their expertise in commentary and publicity.
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Event village, beer tent, DJ's, commentators, cowbells, frites and mayo, pies, roller racing, support races for everyone – from kids to veterans – and NOISE!
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Per the Seattle PI we've learned today that the Seattle Supersonics fans are ones step closer to getting a team back one day.
King County Executive Dow Constantine and Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn have called a Wednesday news conference to announce a financing agreement with Chris Hansen who hopes to build a new arena to bring NBA and NHL teams to the city.
The formal document, a "Memorandum of Understanding" if approved by the Seattle City, and King County Council, would give Chris Hansen the green light to begin preliminary work on a proposal for the new sports arena in the SoDo neighborhood on the property he now owns.
The arena would be built near the Mariners' Safeco Field and CenturyLink Field where the Seahawks and Sounders play.
The county and city councils will be asked to review the agreement in coming weeks.
Previously, Hansen has proposed a new arena that would cost between $450 and $500 million and would include $290 million in private investment. Hansen's group would be responsible for the purchase of an NBA franchise and finding a partner interested in bringing an NHL franchise to Seattle.
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Whether you're preparing to wine and dine your sweetheart this Valentine's Day or show your love with flowers and candy, all that matters is that you are with that special someone.
Three local couples shared their love stories and described how they will be spending Valentine's Day together this year. Page 4S
Angela Crabtree and Ed Burgess have been dating for two years and are set to tie the knot on April 27 at the Pinehurst Village Arboretum. But before they march down the aisle to wedded bliss, the couple is preparing to spend some quality time together this Valentine's Day.
Although they are busy preparing for their nuptials, the couple has set aside some time from their hectic schedules to show each other how much they enjoy each other.
"I'm working Valentine's Day, so we are going to be pre-valentining'," said Burgess, who is the commissioner of the Lee County Pop Warner football league.
"I'm probably going to cook. She likes eggplant parmesan, so I'll probably fix that," he said.
"He's a very good cook," adds Crabtree.
"Plus, I have a couple of other little surprises," Burgess added.
Crabtree says her fiance is always pampering her with surprises and she knows this Valentine's Day is no exception.
"His signature gift is chocolate-covered strawberries," she said.
"I try to listen to the stuff she says she wants," Burgess said. "She's been wanting to go to Build-A-Bear, so we'll probably fit Build-A-Bear in there somewhere."
Crabtree took her son to the build-your-own teddy-bear workshop for Christmas and has been wanted to go back to create her own personal stuffed animal.
"I have been wanting to go there," giggles Crabtree.
Since bride-to-be Crabtree is in wedding-planning mode, she is incorporating her wedding to-do list with Valentine's Day this year.
The couple, who have opted out of the traditional wedding cake for their big day, have chosen to indulge their guests with a Cold Stone Creamery ice cream sundae bar.
"My agenda, because we are wedding planning, is we are going to an ice cream tasting," Crabtree said. "Really for us, it's just about spending time together."
Between the couples' busy work schedules, wedding planning and taking care of their combined five children, just spending time with each other will be the highlight of their Valentine's Day.
"He's the best man I've ever met in my life," Crabtree said. "He's my strong and steady."
"For me, she's so vibrant," Burgess said. "She challenges me. She's pretty strong in her convictions about things."
"We are just really good together," said Crabtree.
High School sweethearts Jennifer and Kenny Moody have been together more than 16 years, have two children and own their own cleaning company, Fresh Start.
Despite working together day in and day out and raising a young family, the Moodys say they still make a weekly date night and make sure their anniversary, birthdays and Valentine's Day are made special.
This year, the couple has decided to forgo the crowded restaurants on Valentine's Day and celebrate it on a different day.
"We won't go anywhere out on Valentine's Day," Jennifer said. "But, we'll celebrate the day before or after. We'll probably do a nice romantic dinner."
Kenny, a self-described romantic, has big surprises in store for his wife this year and is ready to sweep her off her feet.
"You can't just go out and by a card for your woman," Kenny said. "It has to be something special. I enjoy spoiling her."
"Valentine's Day this year, is going to be very memorable for Jennifer," hints Kenny. "I have a lot of secret plans and it's going to be very special."
"I can't wait for the fourteenth," Jennifer added. "It's like women's' Christmas."
For Jennifer, Valentine's Day is not about showering her husband with gifts, but just showing him how much he is loved and how much she truly cares for him.
"Just spending some one-on-one time with each other," Jennifer said. "I might get him an edible basket or some cologne. I might also take him to go see a movie."
"The key to a good marriage, is to date your spouse," Jennifer said. "Nothing is ever routine with us, we are very sporadic. That's what keeps it exciting."
After 14 years of marriage, the Moodys agree that keeping the romance alive is an essential part of any relationship.
"Don't take your spouse for granted," declares Kenny. "Appreciate everything they do."
"Make sure you take time out of your busy schedule and make sure you show your love for each other," said Jennifer.
"She still gives me butterflies," said Kenny. "She makes me feel like a better person, she makes me happy."
For Krystle Ferrell and Justin Powell, Valentine's Day is an extra special day they will always remember. The couple has been together for about three years and knew immediately after meeting each other they were right for each other.
"We would meet every day after work and just walk around for hours," explains Ferrell of their courtship. "We would just talk."
"It was maybe a week after we met and there was just something about him," she said. "It was that gut instinct."
"It was the way she just smiled at me," said Powell. "It was her personality."
After dating for about a year, Ferrell decided to take a leap herself and move the relationship forward.
"I proposed to him on Valentine's Day in 2011," declared Ferrell. "I went and bought him a ring and a dozen roses. Whenever he came home, I had the roses sitting on the table and I proposed to him."
For the engaged couple, this Valentine's Day won't be as exciting as in years past, because they both will be working. However, they are still looking forward to spending time together.
"I don't really know what we are going to do," said Ferrell. "We'll have like two hours at the end of the night, because we both have to work. We'll probably watch a movie and get something to eat."
Not much for gifts, neither has decided what to get the other, but they say just spending a few quality hours with each other will be extraordinary.
"I haven't gotten him anything yet, but I do plan on getting him something," Ferrell said. "Something special, I guess.''
"I'm going to get her something," stated Powell. "Probably something traditional, like a dozen roses."
"Valentine's Day is the day that everybody pretty much proves their love to their better half, that's the day they celebrate it," Ferrell explains. "But in my eyes, it's every day."
"I think it's important to make your better half feel special," said Powell. "It's everything."
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Ever fancied yourself a Spanish entrepreneur/showman who rides a Harley? This is quite the unique package offered until January 5th, 2009 from British expatriate Wayne Connell as he raffles off his Spanish villa, Wild West Show business and Harley Davidson motorcycle. My first thought is a bidding war on eBay but Connell is only asking that interested persons purchase a raffle ticket for a measley £25! A maximum of 200,000 tickets will be sold and Connell plans to pull the winning ticket in April now due to a little red tape. If less than 175,000 tickets are sold the winner will be given the cash raised by the raffle tickets instead...personally, I think I'd take that over managing a Wild West Show. Approximately 10,000 tickets have been sold so far.
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MSC: Candied Sweet Potato Cupcakes
[If you stopped by to see my post for this week's SMS I hope to have it up later this afternoon so please check back then! Not that I'd ever wait until Sunday morning to start baking the selection...]
This month's selection for the MS Cupcakes Club was chosen by Karen of Karen's Cookies, Cakes & More: candied sweet potato cupcakes! I am a huge sweet potato fan and love the idea of baking with them, especially as a way to take a break from all the pumpkin treats we enjoy at this time of year. I made these cupcakes and brought them to dinner at our friends' home tonight. We just got back, it's almost 1 am and I'm still fighting a nasty cold so this post will be fairly short!
I quartered the recipe this week, which yielded 6 cupcakes that were on the smaller side. The batter came together easily and the cupcakes baked up nicely. The only tricky part was forming mounds with the mini marshmallows and figuring out how to brown them. I started out using my kitchen torch, but it wasn't melting the marshmallows enough for them to form a cohesive unit. I fared much better with my broiler though if you do it this way you really want to keep an eye on the marshmallows. I didn't even close the door to my oven - the browning process only took about 30 seconds! The recipe called for candied pecans to top the cupcakes too but since I was making such a small quantity, I didn't bother. I merely toasted them (at 350 F for about 8 minutes) and pressed them into the marshmallows.
The cupcakes were enjoyed by those who tried them at dinner tonight! I didn't think they had much sweet potato flavor - instead the sweet potato just seemed to keep them really moist. I loved the marshmallows on top but next time I'd try to add a few more to each cupcake. I think these cupcakes would also be delicious with cream cheese frosting if you're not a marshmallow fan.
Big thanks to Karen for hosting this week's recipe! I really enjoy Karen's site and she's celebrating her first blogiversary so stop by and say hello! To see how the other bakers fared with these cupcakes, you can stop by the MS Cupcakes Club blog. I also have to thank Beth of You Know What You Oughta Do for the cute cupcake liners you see in my post. I won a giveaway on her site recently and she sent me these liners, along with many other fun surprises!
32 comments:
- Mary Ann said...
Your cupcakes turned out so cute! I really like the way the marshmallows made these look. Glad they were a hit!
- November 15, 2009 at 2:19 AM
- Steph said...
These look so pretty and moist! The broiler works really quickly, which is why I get nervous when using it sometimes. I wish I had a blow torch!
- November 15, 2009 at 8:38 AM
- Megan said...
I skipped these (but made two others) but it's nice to know they were good.
Feel better soon - it sounds as though you are still sick! - November 15, 2009 at 10:20 AM
- Lori said...
Your cupcakes look great! I also didn't get a ton of sweet potato flavor but they were still great! I went with cream cheese frosting on mine and they were amazing!
- November 15, 2009 at 11:46 AM
- marthaandme said...
Very nice. I didn't do the pecans at all on mine. I agree about the broiler!
- November 15, 2009 at 12:16 PM
- Elizabeth a.k.a. Type A Mommy said...
Once again, you're giving Martha a run for her money! Your cupcakes look amazing! They make mine look like bastard step-children. :)
- November 15, 2009 at 1:54 PM
- k.a.r.e.n said...
Thanks for baking along with me this month. Your cupcakes look fantastic!
I agree that a nice cc frosting would work well here (as Im not a marshmellow fan) but i went and did whipped cream instead -- which was a good combo too! - November 15, 2009 at 2:15 PM
- mike said...
Well aren't those just the perfect cupcakes! I just wasn't into the whole topping thing - but yours looks stunning! Truly - just like in the book. So glad you enjoyed making them this month!
- November 15, 2009 at 3:16 PM
- Sherry G said...
I'm glad you you were able to toast your marshmallows (I was to nervous). And I, too ,just toasted my pecans.
Yours definitely had a nice rounded top which looked great. somehow mine dropped in the middle and became cracked? Oh, well.
Can't wait for the next one! - November 15, 2009 at 4:10 PM
- Kayte said...
This looks wonderful, and your topping turned out great! Happy to hear they don't taste overwhelmingly like sweet potatoes. I don't know if I will get to these or not with all the events going on around here...maybe, maybe not. Sure fun seeing yours, though!
- November 15, 2009 at 4:36 PM
- SUGAR B said...
Tracey, I added more of the sweet potato puree than suggested for extra flavor.
Yes, please use the maple syrup with the pecans! It tastes great together!
Love your cupcakes! - November 15, 2009 at 5:49 PM
- Janine said...
I agree - the broiler worked great - and fast. I actually had one little mound catch on fire - but the rest turned out okay.
- November 15, 2009 at 5:53 PM
- Candice said...
these have turned out just darling! (well, not that I would expect anything less from you as your blog and all the baked treats you make are too cute!)
- November 15, 2009 at 6:54 PM
- Megan said...
Those are adorable! And I love the cupcake liners. I think the cream cheese frosting sounds like a great idea too!
- November 15, 2009 at 7:05 PM
- Teresa Bjork said...
Oh, I love the idea of a cream cheese frosting. The marshmallows were fun, but maybe not worth the work. And the cupcake liners are adorable. Hope you feel better soon!
- November 15, 2009 at 9:33 PM
- pinkstripes said...
Your cupcakes look great!
- November 15, 2009 at 11:33 PM
- Neev said...
good work and great looking ccakes...love the liners too
- November 16, 2009 at 5:47 AM
- Clivia said...
I'm looking forward to having one of these today and see how the flavour developed. Glad your friends enjoyed them!
- November 16, 2009 at 6:01 AM
- Monica said...
Yours turned out so beautiful! I really need to start halfing recipes. I'm tired of finding people to give these too!
- November 16, 2009 at 5:58 PM
- Jen @ My Kitchen Addiction said...
Yum... With the marshmallows on top, those remind me of the loaded sweet potatoes we order at a local steakhouse. Delish!
- November 16, 2009 at 8:28 PM
These look great. I love anything with Sweet Potato and the toasty marshmallow topping looks great!
- November 16, 2009 at 8:58 PM
- Annette said...
Your cupcakes look great! I love how the toasted marshmallows look on top.
- November 17, 2009 at 9:24 AM
- Mae said...
Look at those little marshmallow hats! So cute, I would wear it. Not really... but I would pause a minute to admire this little muffin before devouring and it's friends. :)
- November 17, 2009 at 9:27 AM
- Jess said...
Your cupcakes look awesome - next time I'll broil!
- November 17, 2009 at 9:40 AM
- 5 Star Foodie said...
These sound super delicious with marshmallows on top!
- November 17, 2009 at 9:43 AM
- Chou said...
The marshmallows really make the presentation. :)
- November 17, 2009 at 10:14 AM
- cindy said...
I do love your cupcake liners! This is a fun tasting treat!
- November 17, 2009 at 11:46 AM
- Jessie said...
very cute cupcakes, just in time for thanksgiving too!
- November 17, 2009 at 1:20 PM
- wasabi prime said...
This makes me smile -- I think of so many Thanksgiving meals where someone makes the candied yams with the marshmallow topping. Fantastic job with these. Cupcakes really are little servings of pure heaven!
- November 17, 2009 at 3:44 PM
- DhaleB said...
What a wonderful new take on the candied yams concept! I LOVE IT!
- November 19, 2009 at 9:39 AM
- and this blog said...
ohhh wow!!!! these look soo good!!!!! i've never had a sweet potato cupcake... awesome idea!!!! im salivating here....
- November 19, 2009 at 11:00 AM
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Posted: Mon Mar 2nd, 2009 07:23 pm |
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Regina Member
Hope you can see what I'm talking about--look to the right of the cannon--along the tree-line (there was nothing there when I took the photo) Attachment: at Eternal Peace Light looking west.jpg (Downloaded 79 times) |
Posted: Mon Mar 2nd, 2009 07:25 pm |
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Regina Member
Well, when you look at the original picture, you can see it much better---looking at the way it came out on the posting, it's VERY hard to see the "smokey blob", but I would mail a copy of the original to anyone who wants to see it |
Posted: Mon Mar 2nd, 2009 07:28 pm |
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Regina Member
Not one person was smoking when this was taken--no campfires, etc. There was nothing there when I took the picture to cause the "smoke", or "mist," and nothing on any of the other pictures I took either, so it's very interesting Attachment: Cashtown Inn 6-30-07.jpg (Downloaded 83 times) |
Posted: Mon Mar 2nd, 2009 08:02 pm |
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Regina Member
Here's my attempt to give you a better look Attachment: close-up.jpg (Downloaded 82 times) |
Posted: Mon Mar 2nd, 2009 08:35 pm |
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minuteman2 Member
Cool picture of the re-enactors in front of the building with the drums in the foreground. Hmmm...perhaps the spirits of those passed were grouping to join the re-enactors thinking troops were preparing for another "battle". I certainly wouldn't dismiss it as smoke. The building appears to be historical...any history? Last edited on Mon Mar 2nd, 2009 08:39 pm by minuteman2 |
Posted: Mon Mar 2nd, 2009 08:36 pm |
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minuteman2 Member
In the cannons in the field photo, I do see something. I enlarged it greatly, but it's still not clear what it is. If it's an image, it's not standing erect, but seems to be bending over something. Can't make it out. Last edited on Mon Mar 2nd, 2009 08:37 pm by minuteman2 |
Posted: Mon Mar 2nd, 2009 08:54 pm |
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minuteman2 Member
This photo was taken at the "Haunted Stream" in downtown Gettysburg. |
Posted: Mon Mar 2nd, 2009 10:19 pm |
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minuteman2 Member
Susan...I've read a little about the Drum Barracks in Wilmington, CA. Actually, the town I live in is also Wilmington. I've got to get my brother to go there; he lives in Pasadena and has a mild interest in the Civil War. I send him related books from time-to-time and I know his wife often adds to his library. This past Christmas, I sent him something I've been wanting to read, but haven't gotten around to it, entitled "Lincoln's Sanctuary: Abraham Lincoln and the Soldiers' Home by Matthew Pinsker. Off subject...sorry. No chance you can "sneak a few pics" so we, on the East Coast can view them? Come on...have a heart. |
Posted: Tue Mar 3rd, 2009 05:57 pm |
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jeffand Member
I definitely believe that there are paranormal beings at Gettysburg. Standing on Cemetery Ridge, I could hear sounds of the battle. I mentioned this phenomemon to my (ex)wife and she just laughed at me! Last edited on Tue Mar 3rd, 2009 05:59 pm by jeffand |
Posted: Tue Mar 3rd, 2009 06:11 pm |
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minuteman2 Member
Jeff...I know what you mean. When I was doing a drive-around on the back roads encompassing the Battlefields, I heard the distinct sounds of cannon fire, several times. I tried to drive towards it but couldn't locate where it was originating from. To my knowledge there were no events taking place that day, so the cannon fire was completely weird. |
Posted: Wed Mar 4th, 2009 12:47 am |
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Hubby and one of our sons took the ghost tour at night in Key West. There is a school that burned many years ago trapping many children inside and killing them. The guide told everyone that this is said to be one of the "most haunted" spots in Key West. Hubby took some photos of the gates. This is true. Though he and my son saw nothing untoward at the time, when they looked at the photos later there were several small orbs near the gate! We all ponder over this photo. I just shudder to think of how those poor children must have died. |
Posted: Wed Mar 4th, 2009 09:28 am |
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minuteman2 Member
It would have been interesting to see the photo. Any chance you can post it here? |
Posted: Wed Mar 4th, 2009 01:22 pm |
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CleburneFan Member
If I could figure out how to post a digital photo here, I would post all of the series Hubby took of the haunted place. There are different sized orbs and they move from photo to photo. Their appearance is roughly like someone had blown bubbles, but they are softer and more luminous. Some are in front of the gate and some behind. |
Posted: Thu Mar 5th, 2009 01:59 pm |
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minuteman2 Member
You have to first upload to a photo website like "photobucket". They'll walk you through step-by-step...it's easy. This is where you'll store your photos for future posting, emails, creating albums, etc. Once you upload your photos and choose which ones to post, you simply "copy" the link to the photo indicated under the photo in photobucket, and your photo will be displayed. The "insert image" feature at the far right of the message screen will prompt you to enter the link which you copied and will then simply "paste". Voila! Now everyone can see them. I'm not an expert and hope this amateur attempt at explaining how to post photos is not confusing to you. |
Posted: Thu Mar 5th, 2009 02:09 pm |
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CleburneFan Member
Now all I have to do is figure out how to upload the photo to Photo Bucket. but I want to learn that was one of my New Year's resolutions. Thanks your for helping me out. |
Posted: Fri Mar 6th, 2009 04:29 pm |
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sunnylady408 wrote: She says that she felt a hand on her shoulder. As she was running to me at the doghouse she said it happened again but that time she felt two hands on her. In some of the pictures there are orbs, in most just a one or two but the picture I have of Christina there are lots around her. She was not feeling well and she says they were there to protect her and enjoy the music. Since this time she sees more and more of the spirits (if that is what you want to call them) whenever we go to Prairie Grove. Christina is 14 yrs old and way to old to make something like this up. She gets nervous when you mention another walk at night around the battlefields. Sunnylady408 - seems like Christina may be somewhat "sensitive" to spirits. I also have a 14 year old daughter who seems to be a spirit magnet where ever we go. Two years ago we investigated the Burlington County Prison Museum in Mt. Holly NJ - it was part of a private investigation I arranged as a different kind of birthday party for my son and his friends. It was a very active evening and my daughter was getting verbal and physical responses from a "girl child" spirit including a pinch or stab to the back of her neck (she was wearing a pony tail). I have pictures of the red welt right after she was touched and will try to find and post it later. I also have some recordings of the "child" answering some of her questions to make her presence known. It was a VERY COOL birthday outing! However, Abigail is now somewhat nervous about being touched again. |
Posted: Fri Mar 6th, 2009 09:47 pm |
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minuteman2 Member
I posted a possible paranormal photo earlier but I posted it on the wrong thread. Here it is for consideration and feedback. This image was captured by my outdoor motion-activated camera and appears to be high up in the trees. ??? |
Posted: Fri Mar 6th, 2009 09:52 pm |
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ShadowHunter Lurker
Wow. That is awsome. Definately looks like a person walking though the trees. Were you in an area where something happened? Like a battle or something? |
Posted: Fri Mar 6th, 2009 10:51 pm |
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minuteman2 Member
No...actually it's on my property. I've been researching to see if there was ever an old, abandoned cemetery or graveyard in this area, but our local archeology department has no record of anything. I'm still researching. |
Posted: Mon Mar 9th, 2009 04:24 pm |
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sunnylady408 Lady Reenactor
ShadowHunter, It happened again this weekend. We participated in the 147th Anniversary of the Battle of Pea Ridge. Christina decided to take some pictures at night to see if anything would appear. She came back almost in tears. She showed me pictures she had taken of Elkhorn Tavern and there are orbs all over the place. I asked her what scared her and she said she could see the battle happening and the men being shot. She was afraid to go to the tent without someone with her and she had some trouble falling asleep. I told her that she has a special gift and most do not have and I do my best to support her and be there for her. I know some do not believe in these things but I can tell when she is making these things up and I can tell you she is not. I will try to post the pictures as soon as I can download them this week. ____________________ Cindy Parker Ladies Division N.W. 15th Arkansas Infantry Civil War Reenactors |
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Based on "why did the neighbour's kid got a pony for Christmas when all I got was this lousy sweater", we want an epic HoN CG cinematic to fight back.
Old as hell, nobody cares. It doesn't show gameplay, it doesn't represent the actual game.
True the trailer has nothing to do with the game what so ever and that's why i think it sucks, they should play that cinematic trailer along with some gameplay as well.
Star Wars.
..The only thing remotely epic about that trailer was the music.
The atmosphere would have been nice and all...until the terribly out of place hero designs completely pulled you out of the experience. For instance, throughout the entire cinematic you don't know what the **** is going on. Is this a mythological game? A fighter?
Compare it to HoN for example. Throughout all of HoN's trailer their general mood and ambience are portrayed extremely well, that being completely badass. All I got out of this trailer is that the game has big fluffy colorful characters with ***** attacks.
Quite possibly one of the worst trailers I have ever seen in my life.
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2 million+ views damn. I'm gonna try me some LoL now. See you HoN when you get some moar ports.
After such an vid it's probably a huge disappointment to play LoL
Good matchmaking, nice trailer, good servers, stable client. Everything about LoL is really good.
Except the game
I have returned
Reading the comments in that trailer just made me lose hope for humanity.
This one in particular:
Really the website told me a great story...would like to see this as a movie. Peter Jackson, I hope you are getting inspiration watching this.
i prefer ingame, you're not disappointed when you actually see the gameplay. LoL graphics is a prime example.
"When I see your face, I wanna be in the human race. You're beautiful it's true, I want to be beautiful like you."
If only CG = Actual gameplay, there would be a menagerie of good video games out. Sadly making a shiny CG video does not make a game good. After playing LoL a bit, other than the Horrible graphics, no denying, and no balance.. its not a HORRIBLE game...
Was that Dark Seer? The bald one who was juking left and right?
If anything That made me want to play DoTa more...
I can't believe your hate for LoL goes so far that you won't openly admit to the epicness of the CG trailer.
The point of this is not about LoL > HoN. It's about the CG trailer.
But hell, I can see in this thread that fanboyism has no limits :<
Epic trailer, makes me want to play LoL.
Take a look at my hero suggestions:
The_Chaplain [From Savage 2, includes Ressurection!]
The_Savage [From Savage 2, features the Charge-O-Meter!]
A pretty cool trailer, but the contrast between that and the actual game seems a bit too big indeed. They should have added bits of the game in the middle.
Also, I'd rather not see S2 spend money on a cinematic trailer. Use the pr money on tournaments instead. Those clips cost a heck of a lot to make.
I watched both trailers.
HoN's trailer is like watching a bunch of replays mixed up in 1 video and probably took around 30 mins to make. If you want to see gameplay you can browse through the 100.000 HoN videos on youtube. The trailer should be unique. So HoN fails at this.
LoL's trailer is epic and actually makes you want to try out the game to see if it's worth playing = success. I'm sure they gained a lot of new players just with this trailer, such as myself. Obviously a great way to get more players.
You think that's one of the worst trailers you've ever seen in your life ? Oh please...
Also, HoN trailer = 550.000 views in 11 months. LoL trailer = 2.170.000 in 3 weeks. What does that tell you ?
Im sure if you all stopped being a bunch of HoN fanbois for 2 mins you could see it was a very cool trailer. that being said, obviously this trailer is nothing like the game, but that doesnt mean the trailer isnt cool.


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Sweet Chicken Bacon Wraps
Talk about taking my time. I made these Sweet Chicken Bacon Wraps several years ago during the football season and I'm just now posting them. Sheesh!
These are a simple and delicious appetizer. Perhaps a bit less chili powder and I'd be more of a fan. Either way, they'd be a tasty addition to your next party or family get together.
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Sweet Chicken Bacon Wraps
Makes 12-15 wraps
4 boneless, skinless, chicken breasts
1 (1-pound) package sliced bacon
2/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons chili powder
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes. Cut each bacon slice into thirds. Wrap each chicken cube with bacon and secure with a wooden pick. Stir together brown sugar and chili powder. Dredge wrapped chicken in mixture. Coat a rack and broiler pan with nonstick cooking spray. Place chicken wrap on rack in broiler pan. Bake 350 for 30 to 35 minutes or until bacon is crisp.
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I agree with you - I've made this recipe a couple times now, and I just can't seem to make it fantastic. It's just okay.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely delicious! I am going to have to triple this recipe for my family. They will be a hit for sure. I just saw a recipe that had chicken stuffed with jalapenos and cream cheese...wrapped in bacon and then grilled. Your sweet and spicy rub on the outside of those would be fantastic! Thanks for sharing this recipe!
ReplyDeleteI do not own a broiler rack. But would love to make these this evening since I have everything on hand. Any suggestions?
ReplyDeletethese were amazing. i actually used chipotle powder though, we're a family of spice! though its not the most healthy serving, i actually made it into a dinner. i cut the breasts into long strips and used one slice of bacon to cover it. simply amazing. i must say that the second time i made them i tried laying them out on a bakers rack.. not nearly as good.
ReplyDelete- AnonymousNovember 3, 2013 at 3:49 PM
I made these for an appetizer parry and everyone just loved them. Just as the receipe states. I think maybe salt and pepper before you wrap them...


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Despite an eight-day student occu-pation of President Gerald May's office last spring, UNM officials raised the annual in-state tuition $1(X) to $1,372. Nationwide, collegians will pay an average of 5 to 9 percent more for tuition and fees this academic year, the College Board reported in its just-released annual tuition survey. The general inflation rate for the 12 months ending in June was 5.2 percent. At public four-year schools, average tuition and fees is up 7 percent, to $ 1,694. Students at private schools will pay an average of 8,737,9 percent more than in 1988-89. Two-year public schools raised their tuition 5 percent to $842. Two-year private schools hiked their prices an average of 7 percent, to $4,713. In addition to higher tuition, the College Board said students can expect to pay 6 to 7 percent more for on-campus room and board. About the only official who expressed much worry about the jumps was U.S. Dept. of Education Sec. Lauro Cavazos. "I am increasingly concerned about the grow-ing gap between the price of higher education and what the students can afford," Cavazos said. "Every leader in higher education must make holding costs a priority." In fact, colleges are doing an "extraordinary" job of holding down their own costs, maintained Richard Roser of the National Association of Inde-pendent Colleges and Universities, based in Wash-ington, D.C. They're doing it, too, at a time when they're scratching for funds to keep faculty members from leaving for more lucrative jobs in private industry, to repair campus facilities left unmaintained for years, and to retool campuses for the computer age. As a result, higher education remains "within the reach of virtually every qualified student," as-serted College Board President Donald Stewart in releasing the report He said students who don't have the money themselves can get it from some $26 billion worth of financial aid available to collegians this year. "There's no reason for qualified students to be enrolled in higher education," agreed David Merkowitz of the American Council on Education (ACE), a campus presidents' trade group based in Washington D.C. Kent Halstead of Research Associates of Washington, D.C. added that his 1988 study of col-lege prices concluded mition rates remain about the same percentage of American incomes as they were two decades ago. ConsequenUy Halstead believed college is still "a good buy." "It's hard to make the case that most mid- to lower class students can't afford (college) ,"said Halstead. "Most increases are only about $100 a year. People can buy a portable radio for that price." College will continue to be a bargain until "people say they can't afford as much education as they want," he said. "If a ^dent says he can't go because of financial problems, then it's too high." Some students argue tuition has already reached that point. "If it were any higher, I'd have to drop out," said UNM student Lisa Rivas, who supports herself through federal loans and a work-study job at the school's financial aid office. "I see alot of students in here who are breaking down over the increase." Not all schools raised tuition, though. South-em Arkansas University cut money from equipment. travel and other budgets to avoid raising its rates. "This is a trade-off between getting as much quality as we can afford and keeping the students here who might drop out," said President Harold Brinson in announcing the decision. New York Gov. Mario Cuomo vetoed a proposed $200 a year tuition hike for the City of New York system May 2, but only after students at 16 of the system's 18 campuses took over administration buildings in protest. Some schools are opting to charge new stu-dents more than current ones. The University of Chicago and Duke, John Hopkins, Seton Hall and George Washington univer-sities all have announced two-tiered plans in which new students will be hit with bigger increases than those imposed on upperclass students. At Duke, new Arts and Sciences Students will pay $12,800 per year, $1,450 more than return-ing students. Students might as well get used to annual tuition increases of about 6 to 7 percent in the foresee-able ftiture, the ACE's Merkowitz predicted. For all the complaining, students do seem willing to pay. "It's incredibly high," senior Delia Reid said of her tuition at Bennington College in Vermont, which at $ 16,495 is the highest in the coun-try. "But it's worth it. If you don't have a penny and they want you to come here, they'll make sure you can."
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Overnight News: Scattered showers are expected in West Africa. Temperatures will average mostly above normal. Malaysia and Indonesia should see episodes of scattered showers, but Malaysia will be drier this weekend. Temperatures should average near normal. Brazil will get scattered showers and warm temperatures. ICE said that 0 contracts were delivered today against March contracts and that total deliveries for the month are now 840 contracts. ICE certified stocks are lower today at 4.346 million bags.
Chart Trends: Trends in New York are mixed to up with no objectives. Support is at 2110, 2085, and 2055 May, with resistance at 2155, 2175, and 2190 May. Trends in London are up with objectives of 1490 and 1565 May. Support is at 1435, 1405, and 1385 May, with resistance at 1455, 1475, and 1495 May.
General Comments: Futures were higher again yesterday in response to the strong export paces seen in the USDA reports yesterday and on reports of tight domestic and world cash markets. Demand is still said to be strong, and sales for export have held up well given the price strength in recent weeks. The rally is coming at a time when certified stocks are building as well. The current low new crop prices are bringing into question what farmers in Texas and the Delta and Southeast will plant this year. Some producers in the Delta are noting the recent price rally and might decide to plant more Cotton this year. Some are wondering if planted area might be lower this year here in the US due to weak prices against competing crops. The area lost would go mostly to Corn and Soybeans. The plantings intentions report will be released at the end of the month.
Overnight News: The Delta and Southeast will see dry conditions. Temperatures will average mostly below normal early this week and then near to above normal, with warmest readings in the Delta. Texas will get dry weather. Temperatures will average above normal. The USDA spot price is now 85.58 ct/lb. ICE said that certified Cotton stocks are now 0.420 million bales, from 0.426 million yesterday. ICE said that 0 contracts were delivered yesterday and that total deliveries for the month are 1,542 contracts.
Chart Trends: Trends in Cotton are up with objectives of 93.90 May. Support is at 90.00, 89.20, and 88.80 May, with resistance of 91.50, 91.60, and 92.00 May.
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General Comments: Futures closed a little lower again as the market paused for one more day after the big rally. Traders continue to factor in less production potential due to the greening disease and drought. Temperatures are warm in the state, and conditions are dry, and talk about the potential for more fruit drop and poor development of the crop for next year continues. Harvest in Florida of mid and early oranges is almost over, and the Valencia harvest is underway. Bloom has been reported in groves in all production areas of the state. Brazil is seeing near to above normal temperatures and light showers and could use more rain. More rain is possible there late in the week. ICE said that 0 notices were posted against March contracts and that total deliveries for the month are 0 contracts.
Overnight News: Florida weather forecasts call for mostly dry conditions. Temperatures will average near to below normal.
Chart Trends: Trends in FCOJ are missed to up with objectives of 137.00 May. Support is at 134.00, 132.00, and 124.00 May, with resistance at 140.00, 141.00, and 144.00 May.
General Comments: Futures were lower again yesterday. Talk of a big offseason crop coming this year kept ideas that there will be a lot of Coffee for buyers around. Brazil has Coffee to sell, but production in other countries is more problematical. Reports of rust in Central America and the production cuts that it are still in the press. Central America could lose at least 20% of the total crop this year. Losses next year could be 30% or more of the crop. Current crop development is still good this year in Brazil, and production areas are getting drier weather for the developing crop, although there are a few showers around. There is some talk the drier weather could stress trees. Production ideas remain big there. Central America crops are mostly harvested. Colombia is reported to have good conditions, but some now talk of less than expected production.
Overnight News: Certified stocks are higher today and are about 2.737 million bags. The ICO composite price is now 131.97 ct/lb. Brazil should get mostly dry weather. Temperatures will average near to above normal. Colombia should get scattered showers, and Central America and Mexico should get mostly dry conditions. Temperatures should average near to above normal. ICE said that 0 contracts were delivered today against March futures and that total deliveries for the month are 113 contracts.
Chart Trends: Trends in New York are mixed. Support is at 140.00, 137.00, and 134.00 May, and resistance is at 145.00, 147.00, and 149.00 May. Trends in London are mixed to up with objectives of 2230 May. Support is at 2160, 2140, and 2130 May, and resistance is at 2190, 2220, and 2250 May. Trends in Sao Paulo are mixed. Support is at 174.00, 171.00, and 168.00 September, and resistance is at 183.00, 185.00, and 187.00 September.
General Comments: Futures closed a little lower in consolidation trading. The market is congesting for another move, and for now the congestion area looks as much like a bull flag as anything. Chart trends in London and New York are mostly up, but the bulls have not been able to push New York prices above 1900 May, at least not yet. Ample offers seem to appear above that level. Futures seem to uncover new consumptive demand every time the market moves below 1800 in New York. Reports indicate that the Chinese have been using price weakness to buy more Sugar than the trade had anticipated. Brazil will start to offer a little less as mills there prepare for greater domestic Ethanol demand as blends for cars have been changed by the government. Reports from Brazil say that the new crop production looks to be strong, so the diversion into more domestic ethanol use will help offset increased sugarcane production. Exports from Brazil continue to be very strong. Exports from other countries are said to be less than expected.
Overnight News: Mostly dry weather expected in Brazil. Temperatures should be near to above normal.
Chart Trends: Trends in New York are mixed to up with objectives of 1900 and 1990 May. Support is at 1850, 1835, and 1815 May, and resistance is at 1900, 1920, and 1940 May. Trends in London are mixed to up with objectives of 543.00 and 576.00 May. Support is at 531.00, 529.00, and 527.00 May, and resistance is at 540.00, 541.00, and 544.00 May.


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A year ago we wrote, "The global credit crisis kept interest rates near zero in 2009, and the Federal Reserve is determined to keep rates extremely low for the foreseeable future," (see "Interest rate policy: Under pressure," January 2010). That lead worked to describe the financial situation of the country then, and it largely still works today.
While the early months of 2010 were painted with a rosy picture of an economy that was beginning to recover, that picture was suddenly marred as the Fed's initial round of quantitative easing came to an end and sovereign debt problems arose in Europe. The world was reminded that there was much work to be done to unwind the mess that led to the credit crisis of 2008. Further, around the same time the recession officially was declared over since summer 2009, rumors began that the Fed was leaning toward another round of quantitative easing (QE2).
Jim Barrett, senior market strategist at Lind Waldock, summarized 2010 nicely. "Bonds were in a little bit of a pickle in the beginning of the year and around April bottomed out around 114. [By] mid-April, [Treasury] notes and bonds started turning up," he says. "The European problems we are seeing now popped up and the 'flash crash' really started making bonds look good. All summer we cruised up as the [talk of a] double-dip [recession] started becoming a banner event. The double-dip fears were enough to influence Bernanke and crew," he says.
Many of these stories that shook, and in some places bolstered, global economies will continue to send reverberations in 2011. Of those factors that will continue to move markets, fears of default and deflation top the list.
Questions about the solvency of some European nations still remain and will likely continue to play a role in 2011. In 2010 we saw two of the five "PIIGS" countries (Portugal, Ireland, Italy, Greece and Spain) face major problems with riots resulting in Greece, and Ireland accepting an €85 billion bailout package.
Even with bailouts, Greece and Ireland still are being closely watched. "Ireland really didn't want to take the IMF [International Monetary Fund ] money and it really is just a Band-Aid on a bigger wound," says Rob Kurzatkowski, senior commodity analyst at optionsXpress. "They are paying upwards of 6% on their current debt and it is unlikely their economy will grow at that pace. So, they will have to keep issuing more debt to finance the debt they already have."
This has left many speculating about what we can see next year from the PIIGS. "I can see a few more countries like Portugal and Spain having trouble, and I can see the European Union (EU) propping them up. U.S. bonds would be the safe haven bid as that happens," says Jack Broz, founder of TradeBondFutures.com. "Germany and Britain are too strong for the whole thing to crumble."
European turmoil was positive for U.S. bond prices (see "Quick turnaround"). The five-year Treasury note had dipped below the year's opening price of 114 when news of problems in Greece started to surface. As those problems escalated, U.S. Treasuries soaked up the risk and started a sharp rally until the Fed's official QE2 announcement.
Overseas economies turned to U.S. bonds in 2010, and some analysts expect the trend to continue into 2011, noting the fourth quarter pullback could have been worse if not for the European problems. "There are concerns that Portugal and Spain will be the next to reach out for aid. Also, Italy is racking up considerable debt. That is making the U.S. bonds stronger by default," Kurzatkowski says. "We probably would see more of a pullback, especially in the 30-year bond, if it wasn't for concerns that Europe may have stretched itself a little too thin."
Even questions of whether the EU will let sovereign debts fail are being discussed. Perhaps it may not be so bad for the EU to allow a member to go into bankruptcy. We saw this in the United States with GM's bankruptcy, and that actually gave the company a fresh start.
Should that happen, though, serious risk to the system could occur. "If things were to rapidly deteriorate over there, there could be a lot of risk bid. In the past, when there were the major overseas events, we weren't sitting at 2% [yields in the]10-year note," says Kurt Kinker, chief market analyst at Mirus Futures.
Even at current yields (see "Riding the curve"), we could see further tightening because of European default fears. "We're going to see yields shrink. If the European crisis spills over into the equities and we see a large correction in equity prices, we may see long bonds rise a smaller degree than the five- and 10-year notes. They may put some pressure on yields as they shrink," Kurzatkowski says.
He also says Eurodollars will gauge many of the shorter-term notes.
Although the recent strength of the dollar has been very supportive of Eurodollar futures, Kurzatkowski cautions, "Watch currencies. The corporate bond market could have an impact. If there is some general panic or concern about the economy, then we may see Eurodollars fall back in relation to notes. If things stabilize, Eurodollars will probably hold up fairly well because they are dollar based."
For Eurodollar levels, he pegs resistance at 9975, saying the Fed would basically have to go negative on interest rates to cross that level. Support is found around 9950, and if that is broken then at 9925.
Home front
Fear of persistent low growth, even deflation, in the United States contributed to the Fed launching another round of quantitative easing (QE2) in November, which will be executed through the purchase of $600 billion in Treasuries throughout 2011. Low growth and high unemployment will likely persist in 2011, and if not improved on could lead to further Fed actions (see "Is the Fed playing with fire?").
Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke has made it clear that unemployment and low growth drove the decision.
Unemployment has been a major concern throughout the recession. The latest official numbers, released on Dec. 3, put unemployment at 9.8%. Other figures, like those compiled at ShadowStats.com, which includes discouraged workers and part-time workers looking for full-time positions, peg that figure even higher (see "Not adding up").
Bernanke said in a "60 Minutes" interview that it will take four to five years before unemployment goes back to pre-recession levels. He says we have regained about 1 million of the 8.5 million jobs lost.
Bernanke has told lawmakers QE2 could create more than 700,000 new jobs over the next two years. By buying Treasuries, the Fed is hoping to make loans cheaper and thus get Americans to spend more, leading to job growth.
Another reason for QE2 was inflation. In August 2010, when rumors of a second round of easing were beginning, debate arose as to whether inflation or deflation would be worse for the economy.
"Inflation comes into play because the Fed is saying they want inflation. They are so concerned about deflation that they are willing to take on inflation," Kurzatkowski says.
This is ironic in that part of the Fed's dual mandate is to fight inflation. Bernanke said in the "60 Minutes" piece that the "fear of inflation is overstated." He added that while the Fed wants to encourage inflation, it will not allow it to rise over 2%, saying it can raise interest rates in 15 minutes if it has to.
Critics say that it is not so easy to stop that inflation train once it gets rolling, and there have been a lot of inflation-inducing policies — easy money, devalued dollar and deficit spending, to name a few — enacted over the last few years.
Analysts advise watching economic data for indicators that the Fed's program is working. "You want to be looking at this economically. Is the economy picking up steam? Are there jobs being created? As those things happen, the yields will move quickly higher," Kinker says.
Some analysts are skeptical. While the bond buying may spur inflation, we have to wonder if that will get employers to hire. At this point, a lot of companies have learned to operate at very high efficiencies with fewer employees doing more work than ever before. Now that banks and companies are stable, the dilemma has become, will they keep running efficiently and continue pushing their employees, or will they add jobs to ease their loads?
As to the actual bonds, the Fed is targeting its buying at the mid-range Treasuries. As such, the five- and 10-year notes will be most sensitive to the economy. For now, though, Kurzatkowski sees the five-year finding support at 120 with secondary support at 119. Resistance, he pegs around 121, but says we may see 122 if prices push through the first level. Barrett sees much the same with an expected range of 119 to 121.
In the 10-year Treasury note, Kurzatkowski sees support at 123-16 with resistance around the contract highs of 127-16. Barrett sees a slightly smaller range from 123 to 126.
The 30-year Treasury note probably will not be as affected by the Fed's buying, but watch inflation for an indication as to where the long bond will go.
Broz points out that the 30-year has been enjoying a nearly 25-year uptrend in about a 20-point channel (see "How long can this last?") and current prices are in about the middle of that channel. He warns, "If there is a breakout of this channel, it could be very significant (see "Tech talk: every trend must end")."
Most analysts forecast a little narrower band for expected support and resistance in the 30-year. Kurzatkowski said 130 is a "stout level" of resistance but only gave the low-120s for support (an area being tested as we go to press). Barrett pegged the 30-year in a range of 124 to 129.
Last year was marked by fears of default and deflation. The EU is taking steps to prevent defaults and the Fed is trying to create inflation. The long-term impact of these programs is still unclear.
Yields have been low for their own "extended period" and, as long as high levels of uncertainty remain, it is likely U.S. Treasuries will remain the safe haven. Kinker adds, "There is very little reason to hold most of these for very long unless you think the economy is going to do poorly over the next couple years."
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When an undocumented alien that is detained in Victorville, California by the Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and issued a Warrant of Arrest aka Form I-205 and a Notice of Custody Conditions (Form I-286) the undocumented citizen may be eligible for a delivery bond. The amount of a delivery bond will be sufficient to ensure that the alien will appear for any future immigration court proceedings.
Voluntary Departure Bond
An unducumented worker who is allowed to depart the country voluntarily after being placed in removal proceedings (or in lieu of such proceedings) has been granted Voluntary Departure. The Immigration Judge may, and, in some cases, must, require that someone post a Victorville, California Immigration bondor Bond for immigration in Espanol Inmigracion Bond in an amount that will ensure that the alien departs the United States within the time specified.
Immigration bonds in Espanol Inmigracion Bond –
Prior to your initial call regarding Victorville, California Immigration bond or Bail bonds for immigration in Espanol Inmigracion Bonds you will need to have some information ready. Obtaining an Immigration bonds is not difficult, the following information should be available when calling the immigration bond specialist: Alien's Name Alien's Registration Number Immigration Bond Amount Name of the Federal Detention Facility or local jail where the alien is being held, if known Alien's date of birth Alien's country of birth Alien's home address Name of the person who will be paying for the immigration bond Valid address for the person posting the immigration bond Valid Social Security Number for the person posting the bond Valid land line phone number and cell number for the person posting the bond The following are acceptable forms of identification: Permanent Resident Card, Valid passport with appropriate stamps, Current valid driver's license, Or a current and valid state identification with proof of immigration status "La Fianza" es la agencia principal de fianzs de inmigracion ( Bond for immigration ) en la nación. Conagentes de fianza localizados a través de los EEUU, usted nunca esta muy lejos de ayuda cuando lo necesita. Nuestros agentes profesionales de fianza le guiarán por el proceso de fianza y aseguraran que Ud. entienda exactamente lo que se necista hacer y lo que es requerido de usted. Nosotros lo ayudaremos a financiar su transacción de fianza con un plan fácil del pago. Nuestros agentes profesionales de la fianza ayudarán su adorado salir de la cárcel inmediatamente.
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