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The "gay advocates" sound as if they are as bad in France as they are in the USA. It seems no matter what a person is talking about, unless every statement includes a "homosexuality is good and heterosexuals are evil" reference, it is "homophobic". I mean if every utterance devoid of positive reinforcement of homosexuality is bad, how do they sit through the weather report on the news?


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Dijon Chicken and Pasta
4 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless (4 to 6 ounces each), sliced in thin strips
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
freshly ground black pepper
1 small onion, finely diced
4 cloves garlic, finely minced
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons fresh basil
2 tablespoons low-fat sour cream
3/4 pound pasta (rigatoni, penne or fusilli)
1. Heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan over moderately high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and add them to the pan. Sauté the chicken until golden on both sides, about 6 minutes.
2. Lower the heat and add the onions. Cook until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 minute more. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
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Earth: A fertile, green, land, now dominated by city. Skyscrapers are everywhere and most of the population is sophistocated. There are the four oceans, and bio-domes filled with trees and plant life, but other than that nothing is organic besides humanity.
Echani: Echani has always been a frozen wasteland, the only thing that grows is what the populace plant. The Echani, the natives to Echani, pride themselves in strength, and it's common to find a training field on the planet.
Xenus: The home of the Xenathelio. Once ruled by Jungles, until the Xenathelio became the dominant species, turning the planet into one massive hive. Their queen dwells in the center, and there are rumors that the planet is the superweapon of the Xeno's navy...
Zia: A dark, murky world, dominated by large sinkholes in the ground where gladatorial games take place. Most of the planet is desert. However, there are some swamps and icy mountains. The cities are very large and filled with crime.
Mars: A barren wasteland. Frozen and mountainous, Mars has no atmosphere and protection gear must be worn to explore it. Also known as the Red Planet
Venus: A heavily Volcanic planet, dominated by Volcanoes, lava, and molten rock. In every direction mountains are exploding and spewing magma in all directions. Venus has no atmosphere and requires protection against the air, and heat to explore.
Jupiter: A massive gas giant, with no land. The planet has a gravitational core in the middle so you can't just fly through Jupiter, or you'd be crushed. Jupiter is famous for a gigantic hurricane that dominates the surface, where it is rumored a deep space monster dwells...
Rank and Faction:
Star Wars is better than:
Weapon of Choice:
-My forms.
Name: Zachary Excelisar
Age: 17
Looks: Wears white labcoat with generic black pants and shoes. Has blue eyes and well-kept blonde hair.
Species: Human.
Rank and Faction: Medic and Engineer, UEC.
Bio: His mother died in childbirth, even though technology is advanced there was nothing they could do to save her. His father left him out of grief soon after and he was sent to live with his grandparents, who were caring but very stern. He was sent to an academy where he specialized in designing gadgets, and medical assistance. After earning his degree as "Space Survivalist" The American government leaped on the opportunity and and asked him to join the Excalibur project. Upon returning home he joined the UEC and began fighting the alien menace...
Star Wars is better than: Star Trek.
Personality: Very serious about the war. Will not tolerate joking around in times to be serious. Often relaxed but rarely humorous.
Weapon of Choice: Carries a laser pistol with him at all times. Has a flamethrower in his lab for special emergencies.
Other: N/A
Name: Xiclag
Age: 6 (Alien age)
Species: Xenathelio.
Rank and Faction: Worker caste, UEC and Xenathelio.
Bio: Grew up on Xenus, serving the queen. Attacked the Excalibur but had a change of heart while on board.
Star Wars is better than: Star Trek.
Personality: Curious, gentle, craves meat.
Weapon of Choice: His natural defense, claws, poison, and bite.
Other: N/A
Name: Xonama Sekot
Age: 12 (Again, alien age)
Species: Xenathelio.
Rank and Faction: Devastator class, Xenathelio.
Bio: Grew up on Xenus, serving the queen since birth. Has been chosen as a commander for the war.
Star wars is better than: Star Trek.
Personality: Hateful, cruel, considers Xenathelio higher than all other species and especially despises Humans.
Weapon of Choice: He can tear a person to shreds, and crush them under his feet. His tail can smash enemies as well.His tongue can inject people with the cloning spore.
Other: N/A
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Disclaimer: The dates listed below are for the 2015 summer camp season and are no longer applicable. 2016 dates will be announced in the fall of 2015.
Q: When does registration begin?
A: Registration for 2016 will begin in February of 2016. The specific dates for the public and friends of the museum will be announced in the fall of 2015.
Q: Why is there a processing fee?
A: Due to the automated registration system, there are costs involved in which we cannot offer a full refund. Refunds before or after May 29, 2015, registering for an incorrect grade level or excess registration will incur the $30.00 processing fee per camp.
Q: Can I hand in my application before the deadline?
A: With our online registration process, we are no longer taking applications before February 3. Registration is first come, first served.
Q: Can I fill out a paper application or is registration only offered online?
A: To make registration easier, we will only be accepting registration with our online system.
Q: Which Internet browsers can I use to register?
A: Any modern browser should work, but if you are having trouble with Internet Explorer (version 8 and up) opening the registration link:
- In the menu bar select Tools ? Compatibility View settings. A new window will open with the title Compatibility View Settings.
- Under Add this website, if you don't see the Active Network web address already included, copy and paste the Active Network web address for registration.
- Click on Add.
- Click on Close.
- Internet Explorer should re-open the Active Network webpage for you.
Q: What information will I need to register?
A: Please have the following ready:
- Friends of the Museum membership number and expiration date (required only if you are a Friends of the Museum member)
Note – If your membership expires prior to the end of the summer camp in which your child is enrolled, we require that you renew your membership. Membership can be renewed on Friends of the Museum's website.
- Summer camp topics. For information about the 2015 Summer Camps offerings, please visit Summer Camps
- Child's medical information
- Name, address, and phone number of child's primary doctor and dentist
- Child's insurance information
- MasterCard or VISA. Full payment completes the registration process.
- The email address in which you would like to receive camp information
- Contact information for parents(s)/guardian
- Contact information for individuals who are authorize to pick-up the camper incase the parent/guardian is not available
Q: Can I register more than one child at a time?
A: Additional camp participants can be added during the checkout process. At the check-out cart, please look at the upper right hand corner of the screen before you finalize your payment process. Click on the blue button "Add Another Registration." Once you have completed the information required for the second camper, you can finalize your payment and complete the registration process.**
**Note: Once you have completed the entire registration process, including payment, and thereby created your Active Network account, if you decide to add additional camp participants, some of the information will be populated into your new registration form.
Q: When will my payment be due and what forms of payment do we except?
A: Payment in full is due to complete the registration process. Online registration will accept MasterCard and VISA. Please do not drop off checks or cash at the Museum.
Q: Is there a waiting list for full camps? How do I add my child's name to the waiting list?
A: YES! We have waiting lists for ALL of our camps that are full. There is no cost to be on the waiting list, and you can add your child's name to as many waiting lists as you are interested in. In order to add a child to the waiting list, please fill out the registration information, even if the camp is full. Please do not call or email. Should a spot open up for your child, you will receive a phone call and email immediately, offering you the position, and we will wait 24 hours to hear a response from the first person on the waitlist before we call subsequent families. Once the open spot is accepted, payment and registration for the summer camp will be due.
Q: When will I receive confirmation?
A: Your confirmation will be emailed to you upon completion of the online registration. Please do NOT call regarding confirmation.
Q: What age group should I sign my child up for?
A: Grade levels stated in program descriptions are now those of the upcoming school year (2015–2016). Please double-check to make sure that you sign your child(ren) up for the appropriate age groups. We cannot make exceptions. Falsified registrations will be cancelled and the registration fee will be refunded minus the $30.00 processing fee.
Q: Camp Ratio?
A: 16 campers per camp. 1 Instructor and 1 Assistant/Instructor per camp.
Q: Will I recieve any additional information after completing registration?
A: Yes. Additional information about the summer camp, arrival, departure, and forms that may require your signature will be emailed before the beginning of the camp in which you registered your child for. Supplemental forms(s) will be due 2 weeks before the beginning of the camp. During the registration process, please provide the email address in which you would like to receive the information.
Q: Arrival and Departures:
A: Camps at NC Museum of Natural Sciences – campers should be dropped-off or picked-up at the Nature Research Center (NRC) Brick Alley Way between the Green Square Parking Deck and the Education Building behind the NRC. A map will be emailed to you before the beginning of camp. For safety, we ask that you do not get out of your car.
- Staff members will be waiting at the Loading Area during the following times: 8:30–8:45am, 12:15-12:30pm, 1:15–1:30pm, and 4:45–5:10pm.
- Monday ONLY – afternoon pick-up will begin at 4:30pm. Due to scheduled events downtown and increased vehicle and pedestrian traffic, Monday afternoon pick-up will run from 4:30pm-5:10pm.
- Tuesday – Friday – afternoon pick-up will begin at 4:45pm.
- If you arrive late to drop-off, you will be responsible for accompanying your child(ren) to their classroom.
If you would like to park and walk your child to drop-off/pick-up, please know that finding parking can be difficult. Limited metered parking and two-hour parking may be found on Jones and Edenton Streets. There is an outdoor parking lot ($2.00/hour) located one block east of the Museum, with entrances on Jones and Edenton Streets. The Green Square parking deck is at the corner of Edenton and McDowell Streets, behind the NRC. The entrance to the deck is on Edenton between Salisbury and McDowell Streets. Please allow plenty of time if you plan to drive in and park.
Camps at Prairie Ridge Ecostation — campers should be dropped-off or picked-up at the information kiosk by the parking lot. A map will be emailed to you before the beginning of camp.
- Staff members will be waiting at the kiosk during the following times: 8:15–8:30am and 3:15–3:40pm.
- If you arrive late to drop-off, you will be responsible for accompanying your child(ren) to the Outdoor Classroom.
If you would like to park and walk your child to drop-off/pick-up, please park in a designated parking space in the parking lot away from the drop-off/pick-up line.
Camps at Yates Mill County Park — campers should be dropped-off or picked-up at the entrance to the main building. A map will be emailed to you before the beginning of camp.
- Staff members will be waiting by the traffic circle during the following times: 8:15–8:30am and 3:15–3:40pm.
- If you arrive late to drop-off, you will be responsible for accompanying your child(ren) to the Ross Andrews Classroom.
If you would like to park and walk your child to drop-off/pick-up, please park in a designated parking space in the parking lot away from the drop-off/pick-up line.
For the safety of all children, if you would like to discuss a topic with Laura Dameron, Summer Camp Coordinator, please make arrangements to chat outside of pick up and drop off times.
Note – You will be emailed a pick-up pass for your dashboard. You must have this car identification pass for camp staff to release your child. Campers will be release to their guardian or previously authorized persons with accompanying driver's license. If you do not see camp staff waiting at the curb, please circle the block or traffic circle to keep traffic flowing smoothly. You may receive a ticket from the city if you remain in areas not designated for parking.
Q: Early Departures:
A: Early departures must be scheduled prior to the pickup date. Please contact the Deputy Coordinator at 919.707.9910 or Laura Dameron at 919.707.9889 (W) or 919.418.7602 (C). You can schedule an early pick-up up to 1 hour before camp ends. Guardians or authorized persons will meet at a pre-arranged meeting place, such as the classroom or another location on the grounds. Please have your driver's license and Pick-Up Pass available to show staff.
Q: Late Fees:
A: We have so much to do and learn – please make sure your child is on time each day! The Museum employs the very best staff possible in our programs. After camp hours, staff have other personal and professional obligations. In order to accommodate any overtime that may occur for late pick-up, a late fee of $25.00 per day will be implemented if you are more than 10 minutes late picking up your child. The late fee must be paid in full before the beginning of the next day of camp for your child to attend.
Q: Lunchtime Care for rising K through 1 grade:
A: Parents with young campers in both the morning and afternoon camps of the same week should be aware that there is a fee for our Lunchtime Care of $30.00 per child ($25.00 for Friends of the Museum). Space in the Lunchtime Care must be arranged in advance. The fee covers the cost of supervision and activities during this time. Children enrolled in the Lunchtime Care will be expected to bring their own lunch to the Museum each day. Please package the lunch items together with the child's name. Campers will not have access to a refrigerator or microwave.
Q: Lunch for rising second grade and up:
A: Campers will need to bring a bag lunch with them daily. Please package the lunch items together with the child's name. Campers will not have access to a refrigerator or microwave. There is no additional lunchtime fee. It is already built in to the cost of the "full-day" camp.
Q: Snacks?
A: Please provide a small snack for each half day of camp in which your child is enrolled. If they are registered for only a morning, or an afternoon camp, then you will only need to send one snack. If they are enrolled in both morning and afternoon camps (or 1 full-day camp), please send two snacks — one for the morning, and one for the afternoon.
Q: Why are the Museum camps nut-free?
A: In response to the growing number of severe nut allergies, and for the safety of all children who attend our camps, the Museum adopted this policy in 2010. Please read all ingredients carefully when providing lunch and snacks for camp; this includes foods that have peanuts, peanut flour, peanut oil, almonds, filberts, Brazil nuts, cashews, hazelnuts, macadamia nut, pecans, pine nuts, pistachios, and walnuts. Thank you for your consideration and support in keeping children with food allergies safe.
Q: Where is Historic Yates Mill County Park?
A: Historic Yates Mill County Park is located just off of Lake Wheeler Road (near the intersection with Penny Road) in southern Wake County. It is approximately 20 minutes from the Museum. The Museum does not offer transportation to Yates Mill County Park from the downtown Museum.
Yates Mill County Park on Google Maps
Q: Where is Prairie Ridge Ecostation?
A: Prairie Ridge Ecostation is located on Gold Star Drive (just off Reedy Creek Road) between Blue Ridge and Edwards Mill roads (near the NC Museum of Art). It is approximately 15 minutes from the Museum.
Prairie Ridge Ecostation on Google Maps
Q: Can I receive a copy of the three forms that were listed and agreed to during the registration process?
A: Yes, you can download them here:


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Stop arbitrary attack on Jagrit Adivasi Dalit Sangathan
The criminal cases slapped against Jagrit Adivasi Dalit Sangathan members are all false cases filed to quell protests demanding: due wages and other legal rights under MGNREGA; action against negligence in maternity care along with demands for adequate health staff, drugs, etc and functional public health system; proper functioning of the PDS; stopping illegal mining; forest rights under the Forest Rights Act; honouring the rights of gram sabhas.
The fact that they have been harassed with these cases after peaceful protests for legitimate demands, is proof of the failure of governance not their "criminality"!
All protests were completely peaceful and legitimate.
Please join to protest this completely arbitrary and unconstitutional attack on our democratic rights.
Respected Sir,
I would like to bring to your notice some information about another member organization, the Jagrit Adivasi Dalit Sangathan (JADS), working for 14 years in the backward district of Barwani, Madhya Pradesh.
The JADS is a membership-based mass organization that campaigns on constitutional rights of adivasis, including Gram Sabhas, forest rights, PDS; and in the last few years, to promote the effective implementation of government schemes such as the NRHM and the NREGA (Khera, 2008*).
As a consequence of their awareness-raising and mobilizing, the Sangathan members have held many non-violent protests against corruption, lack of implementation and exploitation of tribals. This has led to criminal cases being filed against the JADS leaders; however they have been exonerated in all these cases (except one which is still pending). In one instance the Sangathan held a week-long Dharna for transparency and proper implementation of the NREGA (July 2006) following which 1500 members were awarded the Unemployment Allowance for the first time in the country; however local PRI leaders and politicians also submitted a petition against them to the administration.
A leader of the JADS, Ms Madhuri Krishnaswamy, has recently been served a show-cause notice by the district administration (attached) to begin proceedings for externment (Zila Badar) from Barwani and six adjoining districts. This is on the grounds that the JADS is a criminal and anti-social organization that is making the local officials insecure.
I believe that this Show Cause notice for externment is violation of constitutional rights and completely arbitrary. It is also unjustified as retalitation against the protests by impoverished and exploited tribals and Dalits who are struggling to access state provisions for food, livelihood and healthcare under government schemes, including the implementation of the NREGA.
I protest this completely arbitrary and unconstitutional attack on the democratic rights of the Jagrit Adivasi Dalit Sangathan by the state authorities.
I demand that the Madhya Pradesh Government immediately stop harassing and slapping fabricated cases against the Jagrit Adivasi Dalit Sangathan Members.
Yours sincerley


text: Arthritis Pain Relief Drugs and Their Risks Learn about the risks and side effects of common arthritis medications and how to decide what's right for you. By Beth W. OrensteinMedically reviewed by Cynthia Haines, MDIf you have arthritis, you know how painful your joints can be. Fortunately, doctors can prescribe or recommend a number of medications to help you find relief from joint pain, stiffness, and swelling. For arthritis pain relief from osteoarthritis, doctors often suggest over-the-counter pain relievers, including acetaminophen (Excedrin, Tylenol Arthritis) and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil). Prescription-strength varieties are also frequently prescribed, including acetaminophen with codeine (Tylenol-Codeine) and higher-dosage NSAIDs. Another choice is a corticosteroid, often simply called a steroid, either as a medication taken by mouth or an injection into painful joints. But with the good comes potential bad: Even arthritis treatments sold over the counter have side effects. It is important to know both the benefits and the risks associated with each medication to determine which ones are right for you. Arthritis Pain Relief: Treatment and Side Effects Here's a look at arthritis medications and what you should know about their possible side effects. Acetaminophen. One of the most commonly used pain relievers, it's usually safe for people who can't take other medications because they have allergies or stomach problems. But, because acetaminophen treats pain and not inflammation, which is a key component in arthritis pain, it might be less effective in some people. When arthritis pain is severe and acetaminophen alone doesn't help, you may need a prescription acetaminophen that also contains an opioid, such as codeine. Side effects vary, depending on what kind of acetaminophen product you are taking: Non-prescription acetaminophen (Anacin, Excedrin, Panadol, Tylenol, Tylenol Arthritis). Usually there are no side effects, if taken as directed; take more than suggested, and you risk liver damage. Prescription-strength acetaminophen combinations (such as acetaminophen with codeine). These can cause constipation, dizziness, lightheadedness, nausea, and vomiting. The risks of these side effects increase as the dosage increases. Acetaminophen with codeine also can cause breathing to slow. "The maximum dose of acetaminophen in one day is 4 grams, which would equal eight Extra Strength Tylenol (500 milligrams each). If you go over that amount, you're risking liver problems," says Matthew Grissinger, a pharmacist with the Institute for Safe Medicine Practices, in Horsham, Pa. Also, be careful if you are taking other drugs, including over-the-counter cough and cold products, because they may contain acetaminophen as well. "Acetaminophen is hidden in a lot of products, more than you think," Grissinger says. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDS) This class of drugs includes aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, others), and naproxen (Aleve, others) as well as the class known as COX-2 inhibitors (Celebrex). Side effects may include: Traditional NSAIDS. Stomach upset, ulcers, and gastrointestinal bleeding, especially in older people, are the most commonly seen side effects with traditional NSAIDs. Since 2005, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has required warnings on the labels of NSAIDs (excluding aspirin), both prescription and over-the-counter, warning consumers of these digestive system side effects. Also required are warnings of possible heart and skin side effects. Some NSAIDs, such as aspirin, can cause bleeding in some people because of blood-thinning properties. COX-2 inhibitors. Stomach upset and gastrointestinal bleeding, though not as severe as with traditional NSAIDS, are possible. Studies also have shown that COX-2 inhibitors may cause or aggravate heart problems in some people. In 2004, rofecoxib (Vioxx) was withdrawn from the market for that reason, soon followed by valdecoxib (Bextra) , which was also linked to increased risk of serious skin reactions. The FDA now requires the manufacturer of celecoxib (Celebrex) to highlight these kinds of risks on the label. Liver and kidney damage are also potential risks of NSAIDs and are considered among the most serious side effects of pain medications. But, generally speaking, most of the side effects commonly seen in patients taking these medications are relatively minor. Corticosteroids Corticosteroids, such as prednisone, can work well at relieving inflammation caused by arthritis. They are taken orally or injected into an inflamed joint. But, even when they are carefully administered and monitored, the side effects of corticosteroids can be serious. Issues to consider with steroids include: Side effects. There are many potential side effects to consider with steroids, including high blood sugar levels, greater susceptibility to illness, thinning of the skin, and weight gain. High doses can also cause changes in heartbeat. Insomnia is another common problem for some people, although taking the medication in the morning and avoiding caffeine can help. Take care when stopping steroids. When you take synthetic corticosteroids, your body's adrenal glands lower their production of natural cortisol, a hormone responsible for regulating many of your body's functions, including blood pressure. If you abruptly stop taking the synthetic supply, your body may not have enough cortisol and could go into adrenal crisis, which is similar to shock. Signs include sweating, chills, lightheadedness and weakness, or loss of consciousness. If you're prescribed steroid treatment for longer than a week, you will need to talk with your doctor about gradually tapering off the medicine, rather than stopping cold turkey. Arthritis Pain Relief: Individualized from Person to Person You may need to take different medications to determine which drugs your body can most easily tolerate and which are most effective for you. And depending on the type of joint pain you have, there are other medications that your doctor may suggest in addition to the above. Patience White, MD, chief public health officer for the Arthritis Foundation, says that people with arthritis must work closely with their general practitioner, rheumatologist, and pharmacist to develop treatment plans that control their pain and reduce the risks of serious complications. "It is imperative that people understand the impact of any medications they're prescribed, as well as diet and exercise, on their total health," she notes. "Also, your doctor or pharmacist needs to know what else you are taking," Grissinger says. "It's important you tell them all the medications you are taking because some may interfere or add to the effect of another drug. That includes prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, as well as herbal medications. Doctors also need to know of any past reactions you've had from any other drug." Living with arthritis can be made easier with the right medications. Talk candidly with your doctor to evaluate the benefits of each arthritis pain relief medication and carefully weigh it against its risks to make an informed decision. Last Updated: 03/05/2009 | Next Article: 'I've Fallen In Love With Exercise' » Leave a comment To leave a comment, please log in below using your preferred network. 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- Convertible notched lapel collar
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Roger Federer claimed his sixth Gerry Weber Open title with a 6-7 (5-7), 6-3, 6-4 victory over Mikhail Youzhny in Halle, Germany, on Sunday.
Federer claimed the 77th title of his career, and his first in 2013, after losing the opening set against the powerful Russian.
Federer's ability on grass was there for all to see as he slowly took apart Youzhny, who was looking for his first trophy on the surface.
The world number three had never lost to his opponent in their 14 previous meetings and had beaten him four times at this ATP 250 event before.
However, it did not start well for Federer as Youzhny took the opening set in a tie-break showing a powerful forehand and accurate serve that Federer struggled to return.
Youzhny did save three break points in the opening game but also had a set point on Federer's serve that he failed to convert.
Federer was not outplayed. He too produced fine shots and perfectly placed passing strokes as the set went with serve, but a late break in the tie-break enabled the Russian to gain the advantage.
That was enough to bring Federer to life and his effortless ability on grass came to the fore to end his opponent's hopes of a title.
The top seeded made his move just at the right time as he broke the Russian's serve in the eighth game of the second set.
Several sparkling forehand winners along with some accurate serves then put him into position to successfully serve out to level the match.
Federer's polished forehand was now in full flow and he was pulling winners out at will, but he still struggled to break down the solid serve of Youzhny.
However, a poor game from the Russian gave Federer the opening he needed in the third set and he ruthlessly took advantage to move level with John McEnroe in third in the list of all-time title wins on the ATP tour.
Federer was also delighted to hit form on grass, with Wimbledon just around the corner.
"Winning solves everything really," he said. "So for me it is great in terms of my confidence.
"I feel like I know what I need to do, it was good to fight as well in the last couple of matches after two easy ones at the beginning. To lose the first set twice and come back to win is a great feeling.
"There are still things I believe I can improve upon. But I believe that will then happen when the moment is there, when Wimbledon starts. But overall I am very pleased with the way I played and I am happy with the week."


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A big thanks to all of those that participated, retweeted, blogged and otherwise spread the word out about Stadri Emblems Jeopardy! Contest. Your help made the contest a smashing success!
Hopefully the Boy Scout Handbook wasn't needed to play the challenge but here are the answers before we announce the winner:
The theme:
A Scout is…
Each response will be one of the 12 qualities in the Boy Scout Law.
$200 Question:
Deserving of confidence; this 11-letter word is the first on the Scouts Law list
Answer: Trustworthy
$400 Question:
Frugal, or a car rental company
Answer: Thrifty
$600 Question:
Faithful, be it to your nation or your pal
Answer: Loyal
$800 Question:
This synonym for "amiable" linked with a comic book ghost
Answer: Friendly
$1000 Question:
Exhibiting courage
Answer: Brave
The big winner is: Daniel from the Pacific Rivers District!
As a bonus, Daniel was kind enough to answer a few questions:
Stadri: What is your involvement with the Boy Scouts currently or in the past?
Daniel: I am an Eagle and a Vigil honor arrowman. I am my District's Chairman, a Scoutmaster, a Crew Advisor, a Ship Skipper, a different Crew Committee chair, a Post Committee Chair, OA Chapter Ceremonies Advisor, Conclave Auction Advisor and Trading Post staff, Conservation committee member for two Councils and I usually help run our District's Camp-O-Ree, Spook-E-Ree, Scout-O-Rama and Honorary Awards Weekend.
Stadri: What part of Scouting do you enjoy the most? What about the least?
Daniel: Working with the kids and working with the professionals [the least- ed] – just kidding, most of them are pretty good people!
Stadri: Do you have a favorite merit badge or badge you are most proud of earning?
Daniel: Of course Eagle, and all the knots I had to be nominated for but on the sleeve of my red jacket I have my 1986 Quality Unit patch from the first year I was a Cub Scout and every year through 2010. 25 Years of Scouting, every one with a Quality Unit.
Stadri: That is very impressive! Do you collect scouting patches in the traditional sense? Any plans for your limited edition patch that you've won?
Daniel: Yes, and my short term plan is to add it to a patch display I am putting together for our Scout-O-Rama because it looks so big and impressive.
Thanks again to all of those who participated. We're gearing up with some cool scouting promotions involving another custom embroidered patch (limited edition of course), an announcement about a history making local troop, and perhaps another contest or two. Keep checking our Scouting Blog, Facebook and Twitter to find out how you can get involved and get your own custom or Stadri designed embroidered Patches!
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P.J.R.: Sorry, Jim. Jared Allen goes on my all-time Vikings front four
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Jared Allen has signed with the Chicago Bears. This is more proof that the NFL can't avoid being interesting, no matter how many screw-ups there are with its workforce and no matter what idiotic action is taken by the league's major domos.
Among the bold moves made early in this week's owners meetings in Orlando was to pass a rule against players spiking the ball over the crossbar. Wow! There's a problem that has plagued the game.
We also had John Harbaugh, the coach of the Baltimore Ravens, saying in Orlando that he was "disturbed'' by the arrests that have occurred with his athletes in this offseason.
Really, coach? You find the video of your star running back, Ray Rice, dragging his fiancée out of an elevator after apparently knocking her out disturbing to watch?
Good for you.
And then amid the nonsense and the domestic violence, the Vikings allow Allen to walk, and the Bears allow Julius Peppers to walk, and Peppers winds up as a rare free-agent signing with Green Bay, and Allen on Wednesday signs as his replacement in Chicago, and the Vikings say, "Who cares? We're going to turn loose Everson Griffin,'' and the NFC Central has more grand storylines:
Peppers twice a year vs. the Bears, and Allen twice a year vs. the Vikings, and Griffen ready to proclaim his pending stardom.
The only questions are how much Peppers has left at 34 and Allen at 32 (in a week), and whether Griffen actually can be an effective, every-down player after his average effort in part-time duty last season?
And we can't wait for September to find out.
I know one thing: I'd bet on Griffen getting higher over the crossbar to dunk a fumble-recovered football than the old guys, if that still was tolerated behavior in the NFL.
The certainty of Allen's departure from the Vikings after this season had led to a discussion with some 1500ESPN colleagues as to whether he belongs on the first unit of the all-time team.
When I named such a team for the Minnesota Vikings history that was published five years ago, my front four was Alan Page (the greatest Vikings player of all-time, period) and John Randle at the tackles, and Carl Eller and Jim Marshall at the ends.
Chris Doleman's induction into the Hall of Fame in 2012 did not change that opinion. Now, despite my great appreciation for Marshall's longevity, leadership and steadiness, if I wanted to put my best team on the field, Jared Allen would be there as a pass rusher.
Here's my Vikings front four: Page, Randle, Eller and Allen.
And here are my backups: Marshall, Doleman, Keith Millard and Kevin Williams.
That is quite an eight-deep collection of rump kickers.


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announce that in addition to receiving the 2014 California Distinguished School
Award, we are also receiving the Title I Academic Achievement Award.
The Title I
Academic Achievement Award is given to schools receiving federal Title I funds
as authorized by the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. Title I, the
single largest federal educational program for K-12 public education, assists
schools in meeting the educational needs of students living at or below the
poverty line. Of the approximately 10,000 schools in California, more than
6,000 of them participate in the Title I program, 106 schools received this
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distinction, the school must demonstrate that all students are making
significant progress toward proficiency on California's academic content
standards. Additionally, the school's socioeconomically disadvantaged
students must have doubled the achievement targets set for them for two
consecutive years.
The API
Report is required by the state's Public Schools Accountability Act (PSAA) of
1999. This report shows how much a school is improving from year to year based
on its API. A school's API is a number that ranges from 200 to 1000 and is
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