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Staff was very friendly. They helped us out with directions as well as cab. Also enjoyed the welcome whoopie pies!Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka Hotels.com
"Great Hotel Chain!"
I have stayed at one other Fireside Inn and was not sure if the quality and comfort of the first hotel would be present throughout the chain. I was pleased that this hotel was so nice! The room was excellent, but the staff's friendliness put it over the top for us!Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka Hotels.com
"Cozy and Comfortable!"
The staff at Fireside were very friendly at check-in and with any questions we had. The hotel is about a 15min (~$18) cab ride to Old Port where we were spending most of our time. They were able to call the cab for us and had coupons for us to use. In the long run it was much less expensive to pay for the cab and stay a bit further away than stay in […] town and pay much more. The lobby is large and with multiple areas for relaxing with guests. They had a popcorn machine when we checked in and also give you a woopie pie! The room was your typical hotel room. There were 3 items for a 2 socket pug, so we had to unlug the TV to plug in the desk lamp, but that wasn't so much of a bother. The tub was very slow draining although once it got going, it was fine. We alerted the front desk about that and the dead batteries in our TV remote (minor issues to us) and since he commented in fixing the remote maybe the draining tub is more of an overall plumbing issue than something that needs to be fixed? My friend and I both said that we would stay here again!! Did not get a chance to use the indoor pool but it looked nice. Ďalšie informácieAutentické hodnotenie zákazníka Hotels.com
"Family trip"
The location was close to where we needed to be for family reasons. It would have been nice to have been given a map of the hotel lay out and facilities as there are buildings that do not connect causing you to go out and around. The staff is friendly and helpful. Morning breakfast was adequate fresh fruit, muffins, pancake, toast, cereal, coffee, tea, […] and juice. A few pieces of equipment in the work out room were in need of repair. The spa and Sauna were working. It would have been nice to have hand lotion. Had to go to the shopping center across the street to purchase some. Wifi worked in the rooms and there was a computer/printer to print boarding passes for guests in the lobby. There was live entertainment in the lounge area. Ďalšie informácieAutentické hodnotenie zákazníka Hotels.com
"week-end in Portland"
Nice week-end. Two good restaurant in the port district that we tried. We visited along the coast.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka Hotels.com
"Nice, comfy place to stay"
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay....large homelike room....very comfy bed....we totally relaxed....$10.00 credit toward dinner or breakfast...wow...definitely recommend Fireside Inn .....Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka Hotels.com
"It Was Fine"
The hotel was fine, but I thought it was a bit pricey, in general. I had to stay an extra night because my flight was cancelled, so my second night's stay was too much, in my opinion, but I had no choice. The first room I stayed in smelled like smoke - after I got switched from a room that smelled HEAVILY like smoke. They had smoking rooms last year, […] changed all to non-smoking 1/1/13. The second time around I asked for a room that was always non-smoking and it smelled fine, except that the bathroom smelled a bit like an outhouse. I was too exhausted to complain, so I sprayed my own air freshener and kept the door closed. Besides that, you get a coupon for the hot breakfast in the morning, continental is free, so one morning for one person it was free the other it was 21 cents, which was great and the breakfast was really good. There are also indoor and outdoor pools, and guest laundry ($4.00 to wash and dry a load), and the free airport shuttle (10 minute ride) so there were many conveniences. The staff were also friendly and helpful. Ďalšie informácieAutentické hodnotenie zákazníka Hotels.com
"comfy beds"
very satisfied. Hotel was rather dated, but clean and comfortable. We arrived late, so there was no shuttle from the airport, but they refunded the taxi fare, and took us back tot he airport to collect the hire car in the morning. Excellent service. Cooked breakfast was very good value.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka Hotels.com
"Easy to find, great location"
Vacationing for the first time in Maine. Loved all of Portland and nearby beachesAutentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"Ours was a basic stay."
The room was very basic, but this hotel also offers premium style rooms for those so inclined. A large outdoor pool and smaller indoor pool was a nice touch. The on site restaurant and lounge is very nice and the offerings are very good. With the addition of banquet rooms and rooms with fireplaces this hotel offers more than comparably priced hotels. […] A continental breakfast was provided but offers little and is slightly less than average. A better breakfast is offered by their onsite restaurant. A better choice for sure. Our stay was quiet and enjoyable overall. We would plan to come back. Ďalšie informácieAutentické hodnotenie zákazníka Hotels.com
"Unexpected value in an offbeat location"
I didn't expect much from The Fireside Inn, given the price that we got for the room and its location next to I-95. However, this former Holiday Inn has been kept in good shape and offers lots of amenities and design touches that most cheap-overnight places at similar prices in the area just don't have. It has a very nice courtyard pool and well-landscaped […] gardens, a nice lobby, and good wireless service. The courtyard turned out to be a special boon since we were on the highway side of the property, but on the interior side, so it was perfectly quiet. The room had a bit of an odor to it but was otherwise quite serviceable, with good appointments and a decent TV. Continental breakfast was a bit scattered around the erstwhile lounge area, but decent enough. We each got a complimentary fresh-made whoopie pie upon checkin - nice touch! Looking at the alternatives in the airport area in Portland, I think that we made a good choice. Ďalšie informácieAutentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"Convenient for our needs."
Cycling in Maine and the price and location met our needs. Staff were the highlight, always friendly and helpful although staff not very evident at continental breakfast and ran out of coffee. For a coffee addict that was not so good. We thought of going to the onsight lounge and eating at Zachary's but room temperature was too cold and atmosphere too […] "sterile". Ďalšie informácieAutentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"Not enough room."
We paid for a room for 3 people and with the cot that was not fit for even a child sleeping was not too good . We had to pad the cot down with 3 quilts .once the cot was set up we could use the chair or desk.Over priced for what we got.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
It was good, we expend 1 night Jacuzzi and sauna was good even do we couldn't fine the switch to turn light on it was around 8pm.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka Hotels.com
"nice hotel, great location"
check in was efficient, staff courteous and friendly; room clean and spacious but the tub did not drain effectively; enjoyed breakfast buffet. Location was great, close to highway so easy to get to the mall and hit the road. enjoyed proximity (walking distance) to grocery store, restaurants and shopping.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"Nice and clean"
Nice place, inside and outside swimming pool. Close to the beachAutentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"No smoking?????"
Room stunk like an old ashtray, this was supposed to be a non smoking room. Solution at the front desk? We'll send some Fabrize right on up. Uh, no thanks. Do yourself a big favor and don't stay at this dive.....Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka Hotels.com
"Great for families"
The kids enjoyed the pool and we adults were able to use the fitness center. The complementary breakfast was totally adequate, and there was an option to purchase a hot breakfast buffet.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"super front desk service"
I loved he place and for I thought would be an average motel experience it was wonderful. Front desk help was great and they provided me a taxi at 4am to the train station as their regular van service had not started.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka Hotels.com
"Decent with a few typical issues"
Myself and my sons stayed at the Fireside Inn recently. It is a convenient location right at Rte 95 with easy access to downtown. Check-in was simple, with good service. The room was your standard room. it was clean, and set-up well with ample power as they had a power supply installed at the heads of the beds. I did notice corners in the bathroom had […] been neglected for a while, and I noticed the tiles coming up in a few spots. The shower was in good shape, and worked well. We used both the indoor/outdoor pools. Both were well maintained. We ate at the restaurant for breakfast. A continental breakfast is free for guests, but my sons wanted pancakes,etc; So I opted to pass on the free breakfast and we ate at the regular restaurant. The prices were competitive. At check-in I received a $10 food coupon which helped. The food was pretty good, and portions were standard. However, the service was downright poor. We were seated promptly. However, at that point we waited over 15 minutes to even be acknowledged. I was contemplating leaving when they came over to help us. When the drink order was taken, it was another 10 minutes+ before our food order was taken. For an 11 year old to remark unsolicted that the service seemed slow, that speaks volumes. Once the food order was in it was a reasonable time for the food, and IT arrived hot. I would stay at the Fireside again, I just maybe would re-think the restaurant unless I was in no rush or didn't have my boys. Ďalšie informácieAutentické hodnotenie zákazníka Hotels.com
"Good Place to Stay"
First off, it's easy-off, easy-on to the Maine Turnpike. No hunting all over for your hotel, or how to get to where you want. The place is clean and pleasant, with an indoor AND outdoor pool. I never made it to the pool, but Hubby enjoyed it. The rooms were your usual hotel room, with two double beds in ours. Double beds are a little small when you […] have one person who's larger than most sharing with their spouse, and you're used to a king size bed. Wish they'd upgrade at least to queens. But the mattresses were comfortable. This is the second time we've stayed herre, and I won't hesitate to stay there again. Ďalšie informácieAutentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"Decent hotel, nothing special."
Pros: decent sheets/beds; two pools, wifi, respectable continental breakfast. Cons: very basic rooms; noisy refrigerator in room; apathetic staff when told about noisy fridge.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"Basic Hotel"
Rooms and hallways could be cleaner, beds not real comfortable. Staff was nice-even mailed a phone charger that we left in the room to us right away after we called them.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka Hotels.com
Paper thin walls, wifi did not work (staff know of the problem but blame management for not upgrading), burned out hair dryer, tacky and dated/worn-out room, noisy. Smell of stale smoke. I do not usually complain but this was pretty bad--really it was like a one star hotel.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"Home far from home"
The wing where we were staying (room 1164) was damped, air was not circulating and it always smell moldy in the room. Our clothes in our suitcase were always humid. No fault to the staff but we think the hotel management should verify why it is so humid in the rooms (leaking roof, water infiltration somewhere...and verify the possible mould). Laundry […] costs could be brought down by letting guests know not to put clean towels to wash. \bath towels can be used two days instead of every day. We made the suggestion to the supervisor. This is what hotel management do in Barbados to be more ecological and reduce the water consumption. Pools were always cleaned and staff very pleasant. We would go back. Ďalšie informácieAutentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"Room was very clean and comfortable."
First impression was not good, but room was nice and clean. Breakfast was average.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"pricing is OK for what you have..."
beds are too small ...if you want the room for 2 adults + two kids please make sure your kids are not too bigAutentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"Do NOT Stay here!!!!"
Fireside Inn and Suites is hands down the worst hotel I have ever stayed at. From the totally incapable staff to the filthy, smoked filled room with wallpaper pealing from the walls this place is a disaster. Beds are rediculously uncomfortable the rooms are cramped, dirty and deteriorating and even our non-smoking room smelled like an ash tray.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"busy popular hotel - loved the handicap room"
we were given a handicap room - without asking - and were grateful for its facilities. Great located across from a Mall - and right next to 295 for easy 'going'.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
Pool was great, water was warm. breakfast was good. close to the I-95. Room was clean.staff was personable and helpfulAutentické hodnotenie zákazníka Hotels.com
"Comfortable place to stay"
We were in the area looking at colleges and stayed at Fireside Inns. The hotel was very nice, the staff was courteous and friendly. We only stayed that one night so we didn't get a chance to use any of the facilities. We DID get a 10$ coupon off of the hot breakfast so we did that instead of the continental breakfast. The rooms were very comfortable […] and they did provide us with adjoining rooms. Over all, I liked this place and if she decides to go to school up there, we may visit again. Ďalšie informácieAutentické hodnotenie zákazníka Hotels.com
I very much enjoyed my stay at Fireside Inn, I can't believe how helpful the front desk was when we had to leave early.Everyone was most helpful and it was very much appreciated.I hope to be your guest again in the future.Thanks again for caring.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka Hotels.com
"Antiquated rooms, unpleasant waitresses"
Upon arrival at the hotel, we were greeted by the front desk staff, who were very pleasant. However, when we arrived at our room, we found that the television set was an older style, large back, 1980s style, 20" television set. The double beds were o'kay and the rooms were air conditioned as advertised, however, the housekeeping service started pounding […] at our door at 8:30 AM in the morning. On the second day that we stayed, the housekeeping staff did not return to our room to take our trash and make our beds, even after we had asked them for additional linens and towels. This was very disappointing. The breakfast experience is not a continental breakfast, as is advertised, but rather a partial breakfast buffet with limited offerings. No eggs or bacon were offered. The employee that handled the "continental breakfast" was not pleasant and had an attitude. At one point, when I disposed of my paper plate in the trash can and did not push it down far enough, as the trash barrel was full and he had not taken out the bag, he made a comment under his breath that, "the breakfast was complimentary". One day before we attended a nearby baseball game, we ate at "Jake's", which was a part of the motel. The waitress was very unpleasant towards us. Overall, I would not recommend this place. Ďalšie informácieAutentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"Would recommend for all families."
We were a family of 3 adults and 2 children. and the room was nice and spacious, friendly accommodating staff. Complimentary breakfast good and staff friendly.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"Maine, the friendly state"
Rooms only have double beds which made it a bit cramped for sleeping for our family of four. The staff were very friendly and courteous. The hotel location was great for our needs. The hotel was clean but is showing it's age. Could do for facelift.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"Beware of the Bait and Switch"
Expedia claimed that this hotel would be equivalent to a Doubletree. In reality, it is worse than a Motel 6. The room smelled like stale cigarette smoke. The bathroom light did not work properly. The rooms are noisy, on the highway. The surface was surly, the attendant answered a number of phone calls and left us waiting for 15 minutes to check into […] the hotel. Ďalšie informácieAutentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"Smelly rooms"
Our first room after checking in had a musty odor. We were then given another room and this one smelled like cigarette smoke. We opened the windows and eventually went away, or maybe we had gotten used to it. The breakfast area had round tables which can only sit 3 people. We had to put a couple of tables together for my family of four.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"Beach to Beacon Stay Over"
This hotel doesn't come up to par in my eyes. Bathroom sink was clogged. advertised free WiFi signal did not reach our side of the hotel, so no WiFi. Three of us, the two full size beds seemed like over-sized twins, so had to obtain an extra cot. TV picture was fuzzy and we couldn't get any local stations.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"Nice hotel!"
The best hotel we stayed at for this vacation. To bad we only had one night there.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"Close to the airport"
We were impressed with the hotel. Clean, comfortable beds. My only disappointment is we were told they had shuttle service to the hotel. We had an early flight, they contacted a cab for us, and they were there on time, very pleasant, except we had to pay for the service. Would stay there again.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"Nice Hotel Handy To I95"
Enjoyed our two-night stay. We booked a room close to the outdoor pool and inner courtyard. After we did it we thought it might be noisy, but it was very quiet and convenient. The room was very clean with thick towels, good-quality sheets and comfortable beds. The remote control did not work, and the next morning when I reported it to the front desk […] it was replaced by the time we returned from our day trip to downtown Portland. We did not have the continental breakfast, but we did have dinner in their dining room (Zachary's) the last night and found it quite good with an cheerful, attentive waitstaff. Ďalšie informácieAutentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"Nice hotel!"
We had a wonderful time @ Fireside Inn & Suites. The breakfast was good, the staff was friendly, and the room was clean.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"Value hotel in Portland."
Lobby was nice, dining area was nice, personnel were friendly and helpful. Hall and room carpets need to be replaced along with the furniture. It was ok for a few nights but just didn't feel quite as clean as I'd like.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
This is the second time we have stayed here and everything is always great Staff is always friendly and helpful and the pancake maker in the breakfast area was great my daughter loved it..Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka Hotels.com
"little disappointed"
our rooms had a very musty smell when we arrived, Has to open windows. We had 2 rooms, room 1, tv did not work, room 2 refridge did not work. Reception was unaware that there was a 1/2 marathon in town, when i asked for a late check out because of the race, they offered me 1 extra hour! They day before when we inquired, they said it would not be a problem […] but need to call the next day, and would be able to request a time. Ďalšie informácieAutentické hodnotenie zákazníka Hotels.com
"last moment thru expedia"
Clean and well laid out, professional and curteous staff that was ready to help and direct us to where we needed to go. Nice place and very nice people. Amazing pancake maker - never seen that one before.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"Convenient and clean but a little old"
Very convenient, perfect for families with clean indoor and outdoor pools. The furniture and bathroom would need to be refreshed. The breakfast is ok for the price.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
"Awesome place"
Awesome place to stay. Hotel is very clean. Staff are friendly. nice viewAutentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
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"Nice clean hotel."
Would love to have some hot items added to the breakfast menu, like eggs and bacon.Autentické hodnotenie zákazníka spoločnosti Expedia
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Required Training for All Student Employees
For many years CWU has offered various classes to employees including courses in preventing sexual harassment and employment discrimination; CWU has a zero-tolerance position on all forms of discrimination, harassment, and other inappropriate workplace behavior. In order to highlight the importance of this training and the University's stance, the Human Resources (HR) office has asked all employees (including students) to complete the two courses (preventing sexual harassment and Preventing employment discrimination) by April 1.
There are two options available. Online courses and classroom training - several courses have been scheduled between now and April 1. In addition, HR will be scheduling discussions and developing additional professional training on these issues over the next several months.
"We want to make sure employees know how important it is to ensure an inclusive and positive environment on campus," said Gail Farmer, Equal Opportunity and Professional Development administrator. "These issues occur on all college campuses across the nation and what sets us apart is how we respond to issues when they arise. These policies actually are designed to protect our employees."
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As of January 1, 2013, the Student Employment office is located in the main office Human Resources, Bouillon 140. The telephone number and email address remain the same: 509-963-1202 and firstname.lastname@example.com.
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Effective Winter Quarter 2013, all on-campus student jobs (Ellensburg and the Centers/Sites) are being posted on the Human Resources Jobs page. At the site (known as the applicant portal), select "Student On-Campus Jobs" near the bottom of the page to see the jobs that are currently posted. Follow the specific application instructions for each job.
Not all student jobs are posted; many students find on-campus (or off-campus) jobs via networking and legwork. Create a résumé which highlights your skills and experiences (work, volunteer, class leadership, etc.) and visit various offices and departments with your resume and "sell" yourself.
Feel free to contact the Student Employment office (Bouillon 140 or 509-963-1202) in Human Resources if you have questions about student employment. Contact the Financial Aid Office at 509-963-1611 if you have questions about work study eligibility.
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DMA Releases Quarterly Business Review (QBR) for Q4 2010Marketers Reported Steady Improvement Across All Key Performance Indicators New York, NY, March 11, 2010 The Direct Marketing Association (DMA) today released its Quarterly Business Review (QBR) for the fourth quarter of 2010. DMA partnered with Winterberry Group, a leading strategic management consulting firm that helps advertising and marketing companies build shareholder value, on this report. In Q4 2010, the marketing and advertising community continued with modest but steady improvement in all key economic performance measures. Revenues, investment, staffing levels and bottom-line profitability all rose from the previous quarter. Once again, digital media received the bulk of new investment, with email and social media leading the way said Key findings include: · A majority (54.7 percent) of marketers reported an increase in revenue generated from direct/digital marketing activity compared with the same quarter last year (SQLY). · Marketers and suppliers are optimistic about their near-term profitability, with a majority of marketers (53.5 percent) and nearly half of suppliers (46.1 percent) projecting improved performance during the first quarter of 2011. · Marketers reported general demand for digital marketing investment/activity as the most significant driver of marketing investment in Q4, in contrast to previous quarters, when the leading answer was availability of improved data analytics tools and processes. · Despite the overall positive performance by marketers, job growth remains slow. 67.1 percent of marketers and 51.7 percent of suppliers, respectively, indicated that their staffing levels remained unchanged during the fourth quarter as compared to the previous quarter (Q3 2010). · Digital channels, led by Search, Social, and About DMAs Quarterly Business Review DMAs Quarterly Business Review (QBR) for the fourth quarter of 2010 is based on two online surveys conducted by DMAs Research and Market Intelligence department in January 2011. Altogether DMA received 665 usable survey responses. The report is free for DMA members. Non-members can purchase a copy for $49.95 from DMAs Bookstore by clicking here. About Winterberry Group Winterberry Group is a unique, global strategic consulting firm that helps advertising and marketing companies grow shareholder value. Based in Get Social with DMA Join us on Facebook About Direct Marketing Association (DMA) The Direct Marketing Association (www.the-dma.org) is the leading global trade association of businesses and nonprofit organizations using and supporting multichannel direct marketing tools and techniques. DMA advocates standards for responsible marketing, promotes relevance as the key to reaching consumers with desirable offers, and provides cutting-edge research, education, and networking opportunities to improve results throughout the end-to-end direct marketing process. Founded in 1917, DMA today represents companies from dozens of vertical industries in the In 2010, marketers commercial and nonprofit spent $153.3 billion on direct marketing, which accounted for 54.2 percent of all ad expenditures in the The Power of Direct: Relevance. Responsibility. Results. # # # |


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Visitor medical insurance has become an essential part of the global economy today. Now-a-days, the frequency of the people traveling abroad is on an increase. If anyone is traveling within his/her own country, they need not apply for a separate policy to cover them as they are being covered under the domestic medical services. Such a facility is available under the regional health insurance scheme.
Visitor medical insurance policy for a travel to USA guarantees that you are safe in the destination land and away from your country. Visitors travel insurance is designed to avert financially incapacitating situations in the event of a medical emergency or some such unforeseen event while traveling overseas. Thus, for all people who wish to plan a trip to USA, visitor health insurance is strongly recommended.
These visitor health insurance schemes are designed for visitors, international students, tourists, business people as well as skilled workers. The motive behind these visitor insurance policies is to make sure that a visitor is underwritten against any possible accidents that he/she may have to face while traveling in USA.
The insurance companies provide these benefits so as to offer maximum coverage to buyers. For example, there are policies available for students having students visa for USA, which also cover them if they visit some other country during the validity of the policy. These policies must be purchased only after you have relevant travel documents with you. There are lot of insurance companies which provide such visitors insurance policies which make a stay of a visitor in USA more comfortable and secure.


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I was just wondering what you guys think of the difference between the two countries when it comes to religion. From my perspective, I've always been an atheist but since moving to the US I'm much more active. I'm not sure if this is because I discovered the work of Dawkins, Harris, Hitch and the rest or if it's because religion is so much more in your face in this country. But I do know that atheists are pretty despised down here. Which seems quite different from how the climate is in Canada.
Anyway, what do you think? Is it easier/more respectable to be an atheist in Canada?
I really can't say anything about how it is to be an atheist in the US. Never actually been there for anything other than a couple hours at a time. I did however grow up in a small town in southern ontario called Acton, which is currently about 10 000 people, with about twenty churches, and The Watchtower was ten minutes drive away.
It was about 5000 people when I was growing up there with almost as many Churches- they just haven't gotten around to finishing many yet- the town has grown quickly. Anyhow, growing up there it wasn't exactly a welcoming atmosphere and without trying to sound like I was in any way oppressed- it was a fairly annoying place to live.
Door knockers, insulting billboards, adults and other kids you met growing up trying to save you, people yelling random ragey shit as you walk down "Main Street".
Then again, I hear at least our Hillbillies are less inclined to the "Drive around in a pickup truck with shotguns", so I think I had it pretty easy.
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I first discovered Nia in Autumn 2007 and took my White Belt in May 2009. Since then I have been teaching two or three classes a week in Burntisland, Fife and beyond.
I am always happy to see new faces in my classes and you can absolutely drop in whenever suits you. Feel free to email me in advance if you have any questions, otherwise I would love to have a quick chat before class starts and if you can arrive 5 - 10 minutes early that gives us a chance to say hello.
My background is in the visual arts and project management, not dance at all, so to find that I am enjoying teaching Nia is still something of a surprise. From the age of three till my late teens I attended ballet, tap and modern dance classes every week in Glasgow, culminating in the dreaded 'Dancing Display' at the end of each year. There was something about having to get things perfect for the display and the exams, for that one time only when it would matter, that took away much of the enjoyment from all the 'normal' classes we did week in, week out. I love that with Nia the experience in every class is different - and valuable - and of course, my parents are pleased that all those years of classes are finally paying off!
Nia Training in Scotland In July 2011 we hosted Scotland's first ever Nia White Belt Intensive training in Burntisland, Fife with Britta Von Tagen and since then I have produced a further four belts with Britta and Letizia Accinelli. Next year, in the summer of 2014, there will be White Belt with Britta von Tagen and Letizia Accinelli (25th - 31st July) and a Blue Belt with Britta von Tagen (18th - 24th July) in The Space Upstairs Studio, Burntisland (near Edinburgh airport).
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Wrapped in blazing gold and fiery red with flickers of violet-blue, Jan Langer's autumn landscape captures all the colors of a flame—and it's just as mesmerizing. When she bought her Chicago-area home in 2004, she appreciated its large lot, which flows into a tangled wood. But the yard itself sparked little excitement. A brick patio spanned the back of the house, but the landscape beyond was drab.
Now, Jan loves to linger outside thanks to a dramatically different yard by landscape designers Shelda Murray and Stephanie "Zoe" Hazard of Plant Tenders Inc. The variety of plants makes it inviting year-round, but come fall, it just glows.
The shimmering gold of witch hazel highlights the sweetest surprise: a new flagstone patio warmed by a fire bowl (pictured). Tucked in a remote corner within the curvy mixed border stretching the yard's perimeter, "it's a little getaway," Shelda says.
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GRANITE CITY — Playing their first game in two weeks Friday night, the Granite City Warriors had plenty of energy and emotion in the first half.
But the Warriors went cold in the second half while Belleville West picked up its intensity and posted a 59-56 victory in a physical Southwestern Conference game.
"We knew they had two weeks of preparation for us, and they really came out fired up and played with a lot of energy (in the first half)," Maroons coach Joe Muniz said. "We just weathered the storm, and that's what we needed to do. We needed a 'W.'"
Granite City, which led by 13 points on four occasions in the second quarter, had just seven baskets in the second half and fell victim to a big performance by Maroons senior Nick Van Osdale.
Van Osdale scored 17 points in the third quarter and finished with a game-high 28 after not attempting a shot in the first quarter. His 30-foot 3-pointer to end the second quarter brought West within 33-25 at halftime.
"The first half was a struggle," said Van Osdale, who 8-for-14 from the field and 11-for-14 from the free-throw line. "They were playing great, making a lot of shots and playing good defense. I finally got one to drop and I think that gave us a lot of momentum going into the second half."
Senior Markkies Goodwin added 12 points and senior D.J. Owens had eight for the Maroons, who improved to 14-5 overall and 6-3 in the SWC. West, which committed 11 turnovers in the first half, finished with 15.
Senior Devin Narvaez led Granite City (9-9, 2-6) with 24 points, 17 in the first half. Senior Omar Walker had 18 points, 11 in the first half. No other Warrior had more than five points.
"What we've got to realize is if we're holding on to a lead ... they're not going to stop playing," Granite City coach Steve Roustio said. "They're going to play harder than they ever have. Belleville West played harder in the second half than they've ever played against us. Ever."
Narvaez, one of the most athletic players in the SWC, was a force on the boards in the first half with four putbacks that helped put the Warriors in control. But the Maroons tightened up their post defense in the second half and Narvaez was kept off the glass.
"There wasn't anybody who we could guard on their team," Muniz said of the first half. "We couldn't guard Walker off the dribble, then they would shoot a shot and Narvaez would get the rebound with no one around him.
"At halftime, we challenged our kids to step it up and match their intensity. Nick hitting that shot to get it down to a single-digit game helped going into the half."
Roustio downplayed Van Osdale's 3-pointer.
"We were still up eight and it was our ball coming out," he said. "And we scored (on our first possession)."
Junior Quentin Jackson's basket put Granite City ahead 37-27 with 6:52 left in the third quarter. West answered with a 15-4 run, culminated by four consecutive free throws by Van Osdale that gave it a 42-41 lead with 3:38 to play in the period.
The free throws followed a flagrant foul and a technical called against Warriors sophomore Darrell Miller.
The game was deadlocked at 49 after three quarters, but West went ahead for good at 55-49 by scoring the first six points of the fourth quarter: a 12-footer by Van Osdale, a short jumper in the lane by senior Isaiah Lewis and two free throws by Lewis.
Goodwin had a layup to put West ahead 58-53 with 1:21 to play in the game, but Narvaez popped a 3 to get the Warriors within 58-56. Senior Troy Garcia had a chance to tie the game, but missed two free throws with 35.8 seconds left.
Lewis then missed two free throws for the Maroons, and Granite City called timeout with 23.6 seconds remaining. After Van Osdale tipped a pass out of bounds, the Warriors had another chance with 8.4 seconds left.
Walker, however, was trapped outside the lane and double-dribbled with three seconds to play. Van Osdale was fouled with 1.8 seconds left and missed his first free throw before making his second attempt. Narvaez's desperation 3 was way short at the horn.
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(5) Vanderbilt Commodores
This is definitely one of the most puzzling teams in the field. In each of the last two years, they've been upset in the first round by a 12 and 13 seed. This has to be the year that they put everything together because seniors Jeffery Taylor and Festus Ezeli are going to be playing in the NBA next year and, odds are, lights out shooter John Jenkins will be joining them. All of the pieces are there for them to be able to make some noise like they did in the SEC Tournament, where they upset Kentucky to take the championship. They're certainly talented enough. They lost to three teams ranked outside of the RPI Top 100 though, so the possibility to be upset for a third-straight year remains. As a team, the Commodores are just average defensively, giving up 66 points a night on 42 percent shooting. With enough size, it's possible to beat them up on the boards. Taking care of the basketball is a must for them in order to string together multiple wins.
(12) Harvard Crimson
Previously, no one under the age of 66 could lay claim to seeing the Crimson in the NCAA Tournament. Now, that is no longer the case as the Crimson are making their first appearance in the expanded field thanks to winning their first ever Ivy League regular season championship. It's only fitting that Harvard make the field in a year when Linsanity has swept the nation. It's great to see them a part of the field this year after missing out last year due to a buzzer beater by Princeton in a playoff game. The Crimson, who were ranked in the Top 25 at one point this year, are led by Kyle Casey and Keith Wright. They combine to score 21 points and grab 13 rebounds a game. The Crimson held their opponents to 54 points a game during the regular season, a mark that ranked fourth in the nation. Nine guys play at least 10 minutes or more for head coach Tommy Amaker. Their biggest win of the season came against Florida State on November 25. They were 3-1 overall against teams in the RPI Top 75.
HOOPSWORLD's pick: Vanderbilt. As bad as we want to pick Harvard to beat the upset-prone Commodores, they just knocked off Kentucky so they're impossible to pick against.
Who do you think is going win? Chime in by leaving a comment below!


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By Sabri Ben-Achour
Search and rescue teams from Virginia's Fairfax County are going to Haiti to aid in the rescue effort there following the country's worst Earthquake in 200 years.
Seventy-two personnel and 48 tons of specialized equipment are headed for the airport. Fairfax County's urban search and rescue team is partnering with USAID to assist Haiti in the rescue effort.
"They are able to work in very tight confined spaces in buildings that have collapsed and they are able to locate people who might still be alive in the voids of collapsed buildings," says USAID's Rebecca Gustafson.
The only delay is finding an airport runway in Haiti that is in good enough condition for the equipment laden plane to land.
Gustafson recommends the Center for International Disaster Information to learn how best to donate.
There is also a Facebook group for people in the D.C. area who wish to donate, there are links there to charities working in Haiti.
The Red Cross is also accepting donations.
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I N S I D EMSDN Career Night
"Weĺre one of the most wired cities in the world, but thereĺs still much we can do to bring the benefits of this technology revolution to all segments of our city." -Mayor Greg Nickels Your opinion matters! If you are a Seattle resident, you can get involved in the needs assessment process by completing the Cable and Internet Web survey at or through the Office of Cable Communications web site.
Making Connections: PSACT Tech Talk For more information, visit www.psact.org, call (206) 850-1502; to RSVP email@example.com. Have an old computer you'd like to make available to someone who needs it? Need a computer, peripherals, software? Putting off the recycling of old computer parts? Want to donate cash to help make it possible? If you've said 'yes' to any of the above, we might be able to help. We've compiled a new page that lists organizations that help solve the above problems to benefit the public. Check out our Free Computers page on our tech web.
The Seattle Public Library's historic West Seattle Branch, 2306 42nd Ave. SW, which has been under renovation, reopened on April 3. The $2.2 million renovation included converting a portion of the basement into a meeting room, providing more electrical and computer connections, upgrading the building's technology, creating a more efficient circulation desk and work areas, new furniture, better lighting and acoustics and an updated collection. The project was designed and reviewed with the oversight of Seattle's Landmarks Preservation Board. The West Seattle Branch is a landmark building. The 94-year-old West Seattle Branch is one of Seattle's three original Carnegie-funded branch libraries designed by W. Marbury Somervell and Joseph S. Cote. It has the distinction of being the first permanent community library opened by The Seattle Public Library.
In 1998, Seattle voters approved a $196.4 million Libraries for All bond measure to fund improvements to all 22 existing branches, build new branches in underserved areas and construct a new Central Library. There are currently 17 active building projects under way. For more information about the building program, visit www.spl.org.
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PSACT and a panel of eight from the Microsoft Developer Network (MSDN) teamed up April 7 to present Career Night at Rainier Beach Community Center. Close to 50 teens attended to hear about their work. The Microsoft MSDN panelists included: John Oberon, Tina Dow, Frank Martinez, Shawn Morrissey, Christine Haskell, Karen Dupuis, Kevin Ledley.
According to Ingraham High School student Justin Spence, "I enjoyed being there listening to the Microsoft pros talk about their experience and how they got their jobs. I even enjoyed the fact of where they got to talk to us one on one."
The event was organized by Sandra Mears, executive director of the Puget Sound Alliance for Community Technology (PSACT) and Anita Adams, executive director of the Rainier Beach Complex, with Betsy Aoki of MSDN.
The panel spoke candidly about their love for working at Microsoft, and emphasized that it is their passion for their work that keeps them involved and got them hired in the first place. They explained that MSDN is a section of Microsoft that provides information and links for programmers around the world who are creating new software based on Microsoft products. They explained that there are many different sections of Microsoft, which is actually more like a small city in itself, and that they are the section that deals mainly with software development.
According to Frank Ledley, "A lot of us at Microsoft would be interested in mentoring a teen programmer who would work with a Seattle non-profit to create a website. We've just been too busy to organize something like this, but almost everyone I've spoken to is interested in working with a young person in this way."
Besides writing code for new software, MSDN hires people as software testers, program managers, creatives, writers, and developers. One of the most popular areas of employment for young people is to be hired as a "gamer" where you are creating code for video games. Entry level positions for software designers start at $75,000. The panel stressed the importance of doing well in high school and finishing a college degree. They also stressed that Microsoft looks for people who are generally well-rounded, who think creatively ("outside the box") and have a genuine passion for something which drives their curiosity. In short, Microsoft is looking for well-rounded individuals, who have demonstrated an ability to work hard to achieve a goal, and who demonstrate a passion for their work.
Only two of the panelists studied computer science in school; the others had diverse backgrounds as technical writer, professional musician, poet, screenwriter, commercial fisher. Due to the expanse of information that MSDN needs to draw from, they hire people with backgrounds in technology, advertising, marketing, legal, writing and math/physics. Most of them were hired at Microsoft after being hired first on a part-time basis as a "consultant," which means they worked on a short-term project and got hired on permanently after proving themselves to the company. Most of the panel admitted to working an average of 50 hours/week, sometimes more. They wouldn't tell us their salaries, but admitted that they made 70% of the "industry standard" for their work. They said Microsoft was a great company to work for due to the great benefits and the emphasis on being well-rounded; i.e., Microsoft has several soccer teams, different types of clubs, etc., and emphasizes the importance of play.
Sherry Williams of the Technology Access Foundation, which is partially supported by Microsoft, spoke of the program which provides years of training for middle and high school students. People from other computer centers were also present, including the New Holly Computer Center and South Park Community Center. (Photo courtesy of Derrick Hall)
Franchise Renewal
The Office of Cable Communications (OCC) is currently managing the Comcast franchise renewal process. Comcast is the City's largest cable operator, serving approximately 170,000 Seattle subscribers with cable television, telephony and high-speed Internet service. Comcast's Seattle franchise agreement expires on January 20, 2006.
Needs Assessment
In preparation for the negotiations with Comcast, the OCC, in cooperation with the Citizenĺs Telecommunications and Technology Advisory Board (CTTAB), is currently conducting a ôneeds assessmentö study that includes telephone and Web surveys, public hearings, and meetings with various special interest groups to assist the City in understanding the community needs and interests of Seattleĺs citizens. A financial audit and technical audit will also be conducted to determine whether Comcast is in compliance with its franchise agreement. For more information regarding Seattleĺs franchise renewal process of the Comcast franchise, please view the OCCĺs Refranchise site. This site contains a general overview of the franchise renewal process and the latest news, information and opportunities for public comment. There will be a public meeting on April 28th from 5-7 p.m. in Council Chambers for those who want to discuss their experience with Comcastĺs service or offer ideas for future services over Comcastĺs cable system.
Take the Cable and Internet Survey!
If you are a Seattle resident, you can get involved in the needs assessment process by completing the Cable and Internet Web survey at or through the Office of Cable Communications web site. You do not need to be a Comcast cable or Internet service subscriber to participate. Your responses will help the City determine the future cable related benefits for Seattle and its citizens that may be included in a renewed franchise agreement. Please take the time to complete this survey. Your opinion matters!
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Titled "Building Connected Communities: The Power of People & Technology," the 13th Annual CTCNet Conference will explore emerging themes under the larger framework of community building and its relevance for community technology centers as they engage and connect diverse communities to effect positive change. The Conference will be held June 11 - 13, 2004 in the Seattle area, and will feature nearly 50 sessions and a variety of special features, networking opportunities and other events, including a June 10 Pre-Conference Day of workshops and activities. More information on conference themes and content may be found here, and for schedule and session information see the conference program.
Scholarships Available
PSACT will provide a limited amount of financial assistance in the form of partial scholarships to the upcoming CTCNet annual conference for individuals who would otherwise not be able to attend. Individuals or organizations that wish to be considered should write one to two paragraphs on how they meet the eligibility criteria and email it to Sandra Mears at email@example.com. She will let folks know whether they are awarded a scholarship, give them a code and direct them to the CTCNet website to officially register by May 13. Those eligible must be current CTCNet members who demonstrate financial need. More scholarships are available here.
Yes, it's spelled without an "e," and more organizations are using listservs as an outreach and community building tool, but not always effectively. Listservs can be a powerful tool or they can contribute to email glut and create angry recipients. Get an overview on listservs and some great tips at our tech web page.
Deadline: April 23, 2004
Purpose: To: (1) improve results for children with disabilities by promoting the development, demonstration, and use of technology; (2) support educational media activities designed to be of educational value to children with disabilities; and (3) provide support for some captioning, video description, and cultural activities. Expected number of awards: 13; estimated total program funding: $2,900,000.00; award ceiling: $300,000.00; award floor: $100,000.00.
BEA FoundationDeadline: May 15, 2004
The BEA Foundation provides grants for programs that encourage the early intellectual development of pre-school age children to help them live healthy lives. Funding is provided for projects that achieve school readiness by age five; increase availability and quality of early care; and encourage safe and supportive communities where children have access to adequate food, shelter, and basic services, and are free from crime and violence. Typical grants range between $1,000 and $20,000 per year. All grants are for one year duration, with most grants averaging around $10,000.
AT&T Wireless Community Connections Award
Deadline: May 28, 2004
The AT&T Wireless Community Connections Award, sponsored by AT&T and NPower, is a national program to help nonprofit organizations use wireless technology to expand the reach and impact of their services. The award has three main goals: to improve public safety or enhance communications among family members through creative uses of wireless technology; to support nonprofits using wireless technology to expand the reach and impact of their services; and to highlight how AT&T Wireless' technology can be used by the nonprofit sector to positively impact its work. All projects receiving an award must either help reduce risks, prevent accidents, and protect lives by supporting initiatives that utilize the inherent advantages of wireless technology to help ensure public safety, or strengthen the well-being of families by applying the benefits of wireless technology in ways that enrich communications among family members.
Summer computer camps are filling up. A couple in the Seattle area include www.clickerz.org and www.giantcampus.com. They offer fun, creative, educational experiences for your kids. And more than just sitting at the screen!
Also see more in a Seattle P-I article, or do a search for Seattle computer camps.
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Day 8 of the PapiBlogger Family Road Trip featured a visit to the nation's oldest house and church and then onto a major drive to the world's most famous crater on our way to the day's final destination, the Grand Canyon.
We bid farewell to Santa Fe with a lightning quick visit to the oldest house and church in the United States, both of which are literally right across from each other and both of which are barely worth more than a photo op to brag you were there. You can't go inside or even peek through the window of "oldest house" (built in 1646) and as for the oldest church (built 1610) it is covered with scaffolds and construction right now. The kids liked knowing they had visited both buildings because they are the "oldest" things in their categories but you could easily skip them.


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Rick Scott's poll numbers look dismal. His finances don't.
"One number should worry you: $70 million. That's how much Rick Scott spent in 2010," Annette Taddeo-Goldstein, Miami-Dade's new Democratic chairwoman, told Democrats this weekend.
To be clear, she was referring to Scott's personal money. And it was actually closer to $75.1 million.
Include the Republican Party, and Scott probably spent just under $100 million. He was worth at least $218 million at the time, but reports he lost net worth after becoming governor. His wife has millions more.
Scott is prepared to spend as much or more in 2014.
The money race is on. And Democrats are losing it. But they know it.
That's a big reason they picked Allison Tant on Saturday as state Democratic chairwoman. When she nominated Tant, Taddeo-Goldstein specifically mentioned Scott's spending.
Tant knows campaign money. She raised it for U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson and President Obama. She was recruited by Nelson and her friend, Congresswoman and Democratic National Committee Chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz.
In much of the nation, many liberals feel Republicans are in retreat after Obama's win. Florida Democratic leaders and insiders showed this weekend that they don't believe it.
A few Democrats and many Republicans see Obama's victory as more of a coin-toss result instead of a mandate in Florida. The president won the state by just .9 percentage points. Obama's 2008 margin: 2.8 points.
After that first Obama's victory, magazines like Time displayed a May 18, 2009, cover of an elephant with the headline: "Endangered Species."
Democrats proceeded to lose every statewide elected seat based in Tallahassee in 2010. They were swamped nationwide, too. Republicans, though, no longer hold the supermajority they won two years ago in the Florida Legislature thanks to the last election.
"It's foolish to think the next election will be easy," said Nan Rich, a former state Senate Democratic leader from Weston running for governor.
"Rick Scott has a lot of money," she said. "And it's not just him. It's the Republican Party."
Republicans still control the Legislature. They still control the governor's mansion. And that means all the big special interests doing business in the state Capitol — anything from telecom companies to agricultural interests to the real-estate industry to insurers — contribute outsized sums to the GOP.
In the fundraising quarter that ended New Year's Eve, the state Republican Party raised nearly $2.2 million — more than five times what the state Democratic Party pulled in.
Scott has $4.7 million in one campaign account. And none of that includes the millions available to Republican legislative leaders.
Rich has raised $81,000 and spent $21,000 since April.
If the Democrats control the governor's office, however, a good 25 percent of the money now flowing to the Republican Party could come to them. That can help the Democrats fund more legislative races and better candidates to slowly mount a comeback after losing the Legislature in the 1990s.
Money doesn't buy an election. But it puts a major down payment on a victory.
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A very direct gaze and I like the way the colours all work with the hazel eyes.
Stunning portrait, great composition and pose, lovely light too
Pure class capture Richard, excellent pose with stunning detail.
Excellent clarity, Richard, right down to the fine skin texture, beautifully lit and the props work very well.
Glasses must be a nightmare to work with - my eye wanders to the top right of her pair, probably because the lenses are different strengths, and so there seems to be distortion.
Love the crop and the inclusion of part of the necklace
Beautiful portrait, so well lit, good detail and natural skin tones.
That line of reflection from her glasses might be cropped out ?
Glasses don't normally work, do they? But here they are a positive bonus to the shot. Excellent exposure and colour. Like the dark tones.
A super quality portrait, Richard - I'm sure Kayleigh would be proud of this
Brilliant portrait Richard, such a wonderful character shot, love the Glasses.
Cracking image, Richard. Great intensity and connection.
Brilliant portrait of a very 21st Century women. Fabulous. Don
Like the set up and pose, Richard. Angles. Her face at a slight angle, glasses not quite symmetrically level, the slight tilt of the hat. I scrolled the image to cut out the top half of the hat and liked it even more - but hey, you are the pro at this type of shot.
Like the styling Richard, great portrait.
Stunning portrait work here, lovely skin tones with good light and comp! well captured
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Thanks to fellow my local Black Powder enthusiasts for a nice Peninsular game based loosely on Salamanca; so loosely that the French won!
One of my buddies, who obviously read the rules on the Follow Me command option, skillfully led the French right. Not only silencing an RHA battery and keeping the 71st Highland LI locked up in the village of Arapile, but totally destroying the Coldstream Guards!
Another buddy aggressively commanded the French left and managed to get his Hussars through the woods to outflank and charge into the 1st KGL Hussars.
The two running the British, had the initial advantage of having all of their units on the table with most in line formation, ended up on the defensive. There was some grumbling overheard in British ranks like, "I didn't think their artillery would end up right in front of us!"
For some pictures of this British fiasco, please refer to this link http://wabcorner.blogspot.com/2012/01/s ... owder.html
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The 5-foot-8 senior made a triumphant return to the courts this season after an injury. Ware finished 70-7 overall, including 61-4 in singles and 33-0 in Marmonte League play, to lead Thousand Oaks to the league title. She captured the league tournament singles title and was named the league's co-Most Valuable Player. Ware also received her team's sportsmanship award. She enjoys playing with her two dogs, eating sushi and talking to her boyfriend on Skype. Her favorite TV shows are "The Mentalist," "Fringe" and "The Walking Dead," and her favorite athlete is Roger Federer. Ware is undecided on her college choice.
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The 5-foot-6 senior completed her career on a high note. Baker finished with a 66-8 overall record, including 35-0 in singles and doubles in Marmonte League play to help the Lancers capture the league title. Baker and teammate Kareena Manji reached the semifinals of the CIF-Southern Section doubles tournament. Baker was named the Marmonte League's co-Most Valuable Player. She is an AP scholar who enjoys wakeboarding, rock climbing and going to the beach. Baker's favorite band is The Fray, her favorite food is steak, potatoes and asparagus and her favorite athlete is Roger Federer. Baker will attend UC Santa Barbara.
The 5-foot-5 freshman completed a stellar first season for the Bulldogs. Emery finished 24-1 overall in singles and reached the semifinals of the Channel League Tournament. Emery was named Buena's Most Valuable Player. Emery has a 4.0 GPA and enjoys listening to Owl City, watching the Tennis Channel and eating pasta. Her favorite athlete is Maria Sharapova, her favorite movie is "Facing The Giants" and her favorite college program is Louisiana State University.
The 5-foot-3 junior was the top player for the Warriors this season. Insogna finished with a 65-11 record and reached the third round of the CIF sectionals. She was a first-team All-Marmonte League selection and is a scholar-athlete. Insogna enjoys traveling, listening to music and watching "SpongeBob SquarePants." Her favorite food is chicken, her favorite movies are "Horrible Bosses" and "The Last Song" and her favorite athlete is Maria Sharapova.
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The 5-foot-8 junior was a dominant force in doubles for the Lancers this season. Manji finished with a 51-6 record, including 21-0 in the Marmonte League, as Thousand Oaks won the team title. Manji captured the doubles title at the league tournament and reached the semifinals of the CIF-Southern Section Individuals. She was a first-team all-league selection and has a 3.8 GPA. Manji enjoys drawing, swimming and going to the movies. Her favorite TV show are "Pretty Little Liars," "Switched at Birth" and "The Lying Game," and her favorite athlete is Roger Federer.
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The 5-foot-6 junior was a consistent force at the top of the Rio Mesa lineup. Mayer finished with a 44-3 singles record and captured the singles title at the Pacific View League Tournament. She was named the league's Player of the Year. Mayer has a 4.4 GPA and enjoys surfing, snowboarding, watching "90210" and cheering for the USC men's tennis team. Her favorite singer is Jack Johnson, her favorite athlete is Maria Sharapova and her favorite food is sushi.
The 5-foot-10 senior completed a stellar career for the Sharks. Mosser finished undefeated in Tri-Valley League play to lead the Sharks to another league title. She captured the singles title at the league tournament and was named the league's Most Valuable Player. Mosser is an honor roll student who enjoys baking, watching movies and going to the beach. Her favorite movie is "Up," her favorite TV show is "Modern Family" and her favorite singer is Taylor Swift.
The sophomore was the anchor of the Calabasas singles lineup once again this season. Warren reached the semifinals of the Marmonte League individual tournament one year after capturing the title. She was a first-team all-league selection for the second straight season. Warren enjoys hanging out with friends and watching "How I Met Your Mother" and "Pretty Little Liars."
The 5-foot-2 senior provided a steady hand at the top of Camarillo's singles lineup. Yoon finished the season with a 32-5 record as the Scorpions captured the Pacific View League title. She was a first-team all-league selection. Yoon has a 4.6 GPA and is an AP scholar. She received the Ventura County Board of Supervisors' Award for Service and was the "Reflections" contest district winner for music composition. Yoon enjoys playing the piano and interning at the Westminster Free Health Clinic. Her favorite movie is "Forrest Gump," her favorite TV show is "House" and her favorite food is all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue. Yoon hopes to attend either UCLA or UC San Diego.
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The project began last week and is expected to be completed by mid-July.
"All aspects of the park will be improved," said Misty Nichols, executive director of the GICIA. "Virtually all of the railroad ties will be removed. Recycled plastic bumpers will be utilized to accommodate car parking. Unhealthy or 'tired' plants will be removed and replaced or upgraded, and mulch rings will be created around all trees in turf areas. Wherever possible, butterfly-attracting species will be implemented, and large plants that inhibit visibility will be replaced by lower growing species."
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The primary risk factor for Type I diabetes is having a parent or sibling with the disease. The most common type of diabetes, Type II, has multiple risk factors, both genetic and environmental. These include excessive food intake or unhealthy eating habits that result in obesity especially around the waist area, an inactive or sedentary lifestyle, increased age (over forty-five years old), high blood pressure (140/90 mmHg or greater), family history, gestational (during pregnancy) diabetes, and high cholesterol (HDL under thirty-five and triglycerides over 250 mg/dL). African Americans, Hispanic Americans, Pacific Islanders, and Native Americans have a higher incidence of diabetes.
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Etiology and Genetics (Genetics & Inherited Conditions)
Diabetes mellitus comprises a number of different diseases, primarily Type I and Type II diabetes. Genetics plays a role in both types of diabetes, although both are thought to result from the interaction between genetics and the environment. In both, the body's ability to process sugars is impaired, with consequences that can lead to death if untreated. Glucose is a simple sugar required by all cells for normal functioning. Most of the body's glucose initially comes from carbohydrates broken down during digestion. Normally, blood glucose rises when carbohydrates are ingested. At a certain level, the blood glucose triggers the pancreas to release insulin, causing the blood glucose level to drop by increasing the uptake in muscle, fat, the liver, and the gut.
Patients with either type of diabetes have difficulty metabolizing glucose, with a subsequent rise in fasting and postprandial (after meals) blood sugar levels. In Type I diabetes, also called juvenile-onset or insulin-dependent diabetes, this is caused by destruction of the insulin-secreting cells in the pancreas. In Type II (adult-onset, maturity-onset, or non-insulin-dependent diabetes), cells become resistant to the effects of insulin even though the pancreas is still producing some insulin.
Genetics plays a significant role in the development of diabetes. Type I diabetes mellitus is a chronic autoimmune disease that results from a combination of...
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Symptoms (Genetics & Inherited Conditions)
In Type I, the first recognizable symptom is a condition called prediabetes in which the usual insulin release in response to elevated blood sugar levels in the blood is diminished. At a certain point, commonly between the ages of ten and fourteen, the person develops full-blown diabetes, with excessive thirst and urination, as well as weight loss despite adequate or increased caloric intake. In Type II diabetes, symptoms may develop slowly over time and include excessive thirst and hunger, frequent urination, unexplained fatigue or weight loss, impaired healing of sores, higher incidence of infections, and blurred vision.
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Screening people at high risk but without symptoms can lead to early diagnosis and avert long-term chronic disease resulting from lack of therapeutic intervention. The American Diabetes Association recommends screening based on risks such as advanced age, family history, personal gestational history, and central obesity (apple-shaped body type with fat around the waist and upper body). The practice of screening is controversial but diabetes often goes undetected in the early stages and therefore untreated. Some research shows that screening is not cost-effective, while others state that this method of prevention can save the healthcare system the high cost of treatment for complications from untreated diabetes.
The methods of screening for diabetes generally begin with a random plasma glucose test. If this yields abnormal values, either the fasting plasma glucose test (FPG) or the fasting two-hour oral glucose tolerance test (GTT) is used. Values greater than 140 mg/dL for the FPG or greater than 200 mg/dL on the GTT require further assessment and intervention.
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Treatment for Type I diabetes includes regular blood glucose monitoring and management with insulin. The person with Type I may need lifestyle changes to optimize self-care and minimize the possibility of other complications from the disease such as ketoacidosis. Choosing a healthy diet with regular meals, balanced with adequate activity and insulin, is essential for disease management. Consultation with a registered dietitian may be useful to choose meals and snacks with the proper amounts of carbohydrates and fats.
Type II diabetes treatment requires similar approaches, but the patient may try initial control with diet and exercise. If that approach is ineffective, therapy can progress to oral medications that increase tissue sensitivity to circulating insulin, stimulate increased insulin secretion, or alter insulin action. Later, insulin therapy may be necessary. Even with medication, successful therapy must include weight control through regular physical activity and diet modification.
Once the genetic factors related to diabetes have been completely elucidated for all types of diabetes, treatments to modify the genes may become a reality. Genome technology could remove the risks of side effects currently caused by treatment with medications.
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Prevention and Outcomes (Genetics & Inherited Conditions)
Although genetics has a definite role in the development of diabetes, personal choice can also impact the prevention of this disease. The primary prevention approaches for diabetes include choosing a healthy lifestyle and maintaining normal weight. Regular physical activity, balanced diet with adequate fiber and whole grains, weight loss to optimal level for the person's height and build, not smoking, and early screening for those at high risk are important. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that people eat right and be active.
Both types of diabetes lead to increased risk of heart and vascular disease, kidney problems, blindness, neurological problems, and other serious medical consequences. Related health concerns include increased infections, delayed healing, foot and skin problems, depression, neuropathy (nerve damage), impaired vision, gingivitis, and dental disease.
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Further Reading (Genetics & Inherited Conditions)
Gibson, Greg. It Takes a Genome: How a Clash Between Our Genes and Modern Life Is Making Us Sick. Upper Saddle River, N.J.: Pearson Education, 2009. The author investigates the connection between human genes and the stressed culture that results in illness and disease.
Lowe, William L., Jr., ed. Genetics of Diabetes Mellitus. Boston: Kluwer Academic, 2001. An in-depth, scientifically based book written by multiple experts in the field of diabetes research.
McConkey, Edwin H. How the Human Genome Works. Sudbury, Mass.: Jones and Bartlett, 2004. Although the target audience are professionals in the health sciences, mature lay readers who want more information on the concept of the human genome can benefit from this book.
Milchovich, Sue K., and Barbara Dunn-Long. Diabetes Mellitus: A Practical Handbook. 8th ed. Boulder, Colo.: Bull, 2003. This basic reference book contains comprehensive information on living with diabetes.
Notkins, Abner Louis. "Immunologic and Genetic Factors in Type I Diabetes." The Journal of Biological Chemistry 277, no. 46 (2002): 43, 545-543, 548. An overview of the major lines of evidence used to consider Type I diabetes primarily an autoimmune disease provides specifics about the gene defects involved in Type I diabetes.
Pavenec, Michal, et al. "Direct Linkage of Mitochondrial Genome Variation to Risk Factors for Type 2...
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Web Sites of Interest (Genetics & Inherited Conditions)
American Diabetes Association. http://www.diabetes.org
Diabetes Genome Anatomy Project. http://www.diabetesgenome.org/
Genetic Landscape of Diabetes. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/bv.fcgi?call=bv.View..ShowTOC&rid=diabetes.TOC&depth=1
Human Genome Project Information. "Medicine and Genetics". http://www.ornl.gov/sci/techresources/Human_Genome/medicine/medicine.shtml
National Human Genome Research Institute. http://www.genome.gov/
National Institute of Diabetes & Digestive & Kidney Diseases. http://www.niddk.nih.gov
Your Genes, Your Choice. http://www.ornl.gov/sci/techresources/Human_Genome/publicat/Genechoice/yourgenes.pdf
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Diabetes mellitus describes a group of diseases in which there is an elevated level of the sugar glucose, the body's main source of energy for cellular functions, in the blood. The level of glucose, as well as other "fuel" molecules, is increased due to a disorder in the production or function of the hormone insulin. A range of health problems occurs primarily due to the damaging effects of elevated levels of glucose on blood vessels.
To understand diabetes, it is important to understand how the hormone insulin functions in the breakdown and utilization of glucose. Insulin acts in two ways. It is necessary for the transport of glucose and other fuel molecules into the cells. It also regulates several pathways in metabolism that are important in the utilization of these fuel molecules. Insulin is made and released by specialized cells of the organ known as the pancreas. These beta cells of the pancreas release insulin when blood levels of glucose, amino acids, fatty acids, and ketones are high. These are all breakdown products of food, and an increase in their level in the blood signals that a person has recently eaten. The insulin acts to mobilize each of these fuel molecules so they can be used as energy to support cellular...
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