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The first anniversary.
Dine In Personal Chef Service is 10 years old this month! That's the name of the oldest part of our business.
Ten years ago, I was working as a dietitian in a dialysis center. Diet is very important in kidney disease, and especially so in dialysis. I mostly enjoyed the work, but the administrative duties began to chafe.
I knew that some people had jobs that were just plain fun. Why not me?
Then I realized the only one holding me back was me. I was very fortunate, working part time and making my own schedule. So it was easy to try out a cooking business.
I joined the United States Personal Chef Association, read all the literature, every post on their list serve, and was on my way.
After about 3 years, the job schedule got in the way of the business schedule. So I quit the job and worked part time as a personal chef for a few years.
Vince joined me in the kitchen a few years ago. Over the years, we have also worked full time. We hate to turn down a client.
What has this business meant for our clients?
Healthy after school snacks when the kids get home.
Having time to exercise, rather than make meals.
A smaller size.
A pregnancy for a client with Type 1 diabetes. Her goal was to have very tight blood sugar control so she could be "approved" to get pregnant. We just learned today that they are pregnant, and are overjoyed!! There were many hugs all around.
Being well nourished for IronMan competitions.
Preventing a fourth heart attack.
Staying at home instead of having to move to a nursing home.
Preventing frightening shortness of breath from fluid overload.
Having a food referee. If Linda says it is OK, than it is OK.
Enjoying a variety of gluten free dishes, not just a bowl of gluten free cereal at most meals.
Finding out that they like quinoa, even though they can't pronounce it.
What has it meant for us?
The utter satisfaction or nourishing our clients.
Making our own schedule.
Becoming part of our clients lives.
Spending our days surrounded by the sizzle of chicken in a hot pan. And the heady scents of zested lemon peel, freshly chopped cilantro, and toasted nuts.
The fun of culinary vacations. Including a cooking school in Mexico, a week in Paris, and wine tours across the US.
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Winning recipe contests that have paid for national conferences.
Speaking at national conferences.
Sharing our experiences in this blog and getting to know you.
Working with my husband, side by side in other people's kitchens. Completing each others moves.
The freedom to temporarily close the business. To help my far away parents during my father's cancer treatment. And then during my own.
The second anniversary.
This is my 5 year anniversary from a rare form of cervical cancer. Both anniversaries are all tangled up together. The happy and the sad.
I missed my 5 year business anniversary because I was dealing with cancer, my dad's and my own. Sadly my dad died a few weeks after my surgery.
I am well now, thank you. But it took several years for me to really believe this.
Having cancer changes you. I went from feeling fine, to being a patient. Going to a doctor monthly it seemed. I had a gynecologist, urologist, dermatologist, oncologist. That is just too many "gists."
Every appointment generated another. I began to tally up the costs. It was often over $40,000 a year, for several years. Thankfully we had and have insurance.
In the last year, I have made the conscience decision not to pursue every symptom. And to question every recommendation. OK, that part is not new.
To my delight, my mental health is far better when I stay out of the doctors office.
Watch out, she is getting on her soap box.
I am a DES Daughter. I believe my cancer was influenced by a prescription drug my mom took when she was pregnant with me. Thousands of women took these drugs. And the consequences didn't show up until decades, or generations later.
How is this similar to gluten intolerance?
These are different diagnoses with some similar problems.
The effects of DES are discounted or ignored by many physicians, just as gluten intolerance is.
I have spent years educating my docs, just as you may have.
They look at me and say, "I have never seen a DES daughter." Just as they might have said they didn't know any celiacs, let alone anyone with gluten intolerance.
Both DES and celiac can effect fertility and pregnancy.
Both conditions lack adequate funding for research.
Working with the gluten free diet is the perfect place for me. I believe in the Hippocrates' principle of "Let your food be your medicine."
I know there are times when drugs are the best and only solution. For example, insulin is absolutely needed in Type 1 diabetes. And there are others.
But I am saddened when people hope for a drug to treat celiac disease. Not to deny the challenges, but we already have a great treatment. Diet.
I am deeply distrustful of big pharma. It often feels like we are in a giant drug experiment. How many big name drugs have been pulled off the market due to unforeseen side effects?
So I revel in food. Nourishing, delicious, beautiful food. I love the creativity of working with new ingredients. I love improving the nutrition of the gluten free diet. I love that there are no drugs involved.
Anniversaries are about celebrating, marking time, and looking back. I am ready to celebrate now. But I am also looking forward. We have plans. And I am hoping the next 10 years will be as sweet as the last.


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Some people think "classic" and "stylish" are at opposite ends of the spectrum, i.e., traditional versus modern. However, some classics never go out of style, like two-seater sports cars and the basic black cocktail dress. Among the ranks of these durable classic styles is the raised-pilothouse motoryacht. It's a timeless configuration that endures because it simply looks the way a yacht should: generous bulwarks to protect the foredeck, walkaround side decks combined with a Portuguese bridge to offer protected access along her length, and an elevated main helm station for good sightlines underway. The flying bridge is icing on the cake.
So it's understandable why the next model from Outer Reef Yachts is a raised-pilothouse configuration. But what's notable is the way in which the builder has implemented the concept. The semidisplacement hull form has a tight-radius lower chine and hard upper chine/spray knocker that should allow the 80 to run efficiently throughout her speed range. Moreover, the wide upper chine/spray knocker should serve as an effective damper to reduce roll in a seaway. While twin 800-hp Caterpillars are standard, options range from twin 1,000-hp up to twin 1,650-hp diesels.
Her layout is tailored to suit a cruising couple, with an exceptionally spacious master suite amidships accessed by a private stairway from the saloon. A second stairway from the pilothouse leads down to the two guest staterooms forward. Aft of the machinery space is a generous crew stateroom with double berth, a private head, galley and lounge area, a utility room, and direct access to the engine room.
The main deck arrangement is simple and uncluttered—and faithful to the genre. Forward, the pilothouse offers a single centerline helm seat, so the captain can easily reach either side door if required. Guests can enjoy the passing scenery from a settee. Amidships, the U-shape galley boasts household-size appliances with plenty of cabinets and countertop space. The simple, spacious saloon has freestanding furniture, so the area should feel homier.
Understated and well executed, the Outer Reef 80 embodies the essence of the classic raised pilothouse.
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The Pokémon World may just seem like a world made up of just characters and animals known as Pokémon, but that is completely wrong. There are Pokémon known as Legendary Pokémon and each of them is assigned a different job. Arceus keeps the world in order. Giratina, who owns the world known as the Reverse world, is known to keep everything, including the living, together. Palkia keeps the space flowing. Dialga keeps time flowing. These are the main 3 structures that make the entire surface of the Pokémon world. There may even be a Pokémon living in your backyard.
There are more parts together forming the balance, like Kyogre, This Pokémon lets it rain, which gives plants nutrients. Groudon uses the power of sun.
Other Pokémon, like Celebi and Jirachi, help time and life stay on its path. Cresselia and Darkrai mess with dreams. Cresselia gives you good dreams, and Darkrai gives you nightmares
Then the three pixies or fairies guards which give knowledge, willpower, and emotion. Mesprit, Azelf, and Uxie. Shaymin makes flowers grow so we have oxygen.
And if these Pokémon were to die we have support beams. These beams are used to heal what is broken. These beings are: Zapdos, Moltres, Articuno, Regice, Registeel, and Regirock, Entei, Raikou and Suicune. These Pokémon support what becomes broken and take the job to keep the world in balance.


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In advance of the Big Game that's happening this weekend, we thought we'd help you up your own game — your Nacho Game that is. And we don't mean store-bought chips served with store-bought dip. Add one of these recipes to your Super Bowl menu, and everyone will win, no matter which team they are rooting for.
Once you pick your recipe, it's time to perfect the dish. Here are 5 ways to raise your nacho game:
- Make Your Own Tortilla Chips
Yes, good packaged chips are available pretty much everywhere, but sometimes it's nice to do something just for the fun of it. Deep-fry quartered tortillas in 360 degrees F oil, and then sprinkle with salt, spices or citrus zest for endless variations.
- Step Up Your Refried Beans
Mash canned pinto beans in a hot pan with melted bacon fat. Add water as needed to produce a chunky paste. It's a small step to a significant improvement over your standard-issue canned refried beans.
- DIY Nacho Cheese Sauce
It's so much easier and more delicious than you ever thought possible. There's also a practical benefit: melted cheese is time sensitive; it congeals in the time it takes to get from the huddle to the snap. Melted cheese sauce stays melted longer, offers better coverage, and promises less likelihood of a cheeseless chip. Nacho cheese sauce is just white sauce (bechamel) plus grated cheese—and can easily be amped up with onions, cayenne pepper, tomatoes or beer. You'll have to fight the temptation to eat it with a spoon.
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- Make the Salsa
Salsa exists to add zip and freshness: the very 2 qualities least likely to survive bottling. Basic homemade pico de gallo is easy to make with little time, money, or knife skills—and the extra effort is well worth it!
Get the Recipe: Beef Nachos with Homemade Pico de Gallo
- Get Classy
Top each tortilla chip individually, like a nacho hors d'oeuvre. Your friends will never let you hear the end of it—turning their super bowl nachos into passed hors d'oeuvres! Let them talk. This is how nachos were originally made, and it's how they still do it today in Texas.
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This past Saturday one of our neighbors put on a garage sale in support of Bevin…and raised $206.46! It was such a thoughtful and generous thing to do for our family and I am so grateful! We also received 2 more $25 donations from family which put us over our $1500 goal (we are at $1521 to be exact)! I am SO ecstatic! And there's still 3 weeks to race day!
I picked up the race shirts on the 22nd, John and crew at Echo Shirts in Sacramento did a great job! I LOVE how they turned out and can't wait to see Bevin's team wearing them in support of Bevin on walk day!
I went down the Arthritis Foundation today to get caught up on where things were with the walk (with everything going on I had to miss the meeting in February and then the last two were cancelled due to so many people not being able to make it) and turn in the cash recycling and garage sale donations and they asked me to think about letting Bevin be the 2012 Arthritis Walk Juvenile Honoree!!! How exciting! Of course I told them YES!!! J
About a week and a half ago a girl I went to high school with, Rebecca, contacted me and offered to make (and donate) car window decals for Bevin's walk team! Such a great idea and of course I loved it! On the way to the foundation office I had to run by the house to pick up the donations, etc and saw the mail had come and in it was a priority envelope from Becca. In 11 days she had made and cut 55 car window decals for us to sell for "donations" to Bevin's walk team! I brought them with me to show to the foundation and they loved them as well. I can't wait to get the decal on my rear car window tomorrow morning!
I am so honored at all the support we have gotten for Bevin, it really means so much to me and my family.
This coming Saturday we are ordering the GSP/Shields UFC fight and having a support Bevin event…the last fundraising event before the walk. I will still be collecting recyclables until bank day. I have to say, I've loved the support we've gotten for the recycle drive and I plan to do it every year to raise money for the walk, but let me say it is a DIRTY job! And once the race is over I would be happy to never see another recyclable until next year when I start the recycle drive up again! J


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First up, HBO's Girls
I thought Irina could be Marnie because of her questionable men problems and her style but i think it's Labelleza or whatever. She's pretty and quirky and is secretly not as together as she'd have us believe. Also she has great hair.
Six is Jessa, world-weary and wise and she'll tear you a knew one if you ask for it.
The only person with enough energy to be Shoshanna is Imke, mostly because she's kind of young. Also i can easily imagine her accidentally smoking crack.
It was a toss-up for Hannah between Amii and Hattie but it's Amii because i imagine her accidentally saying inappropriate things and making situations worse and i remember her blog having these awkward situations that always made me laugh.
There isn't really an Adam at the cult but Morey comes the closest, avante garde and probably is building a boat in his apartment.
Ritt is wise-cracking Ray, never at a loss for a joke to tell and is secretly mean.
Charlie is Endless Mike for many reasons.
Tuffy is Laird, Hannah's ex-junkie neighbor.
Liberum strikes me as a Booth Johnathan sometimes. Probably because he gets laid more than anyone around here. Also he likes Marnie/Labelleza
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Experts can classify allergic rhinitis by how often a person has it and how severe it is. Allergic rhinitis is:
- Intermittent if you have symptoms fewer than 4 days a week or fewer than 4 weeks a year.
- Persistent if you have symptoms 4 or more days a week and 4 or more weeks a year.
- Mild if your symptoms do not affect your sleep, daily activities, and work or school. You have no symptoms that bother you a lot.
- Moderate to severe if your
symptoms do any one of the following:
- Interfere with your sleep
- Make daily activities or work or school difficult
- Bother you a lot
Many experts in the United States classify allergic rhinitis according to the kind of allergens a person reacted to and when the reactions occurred.
- Seasonal allergic rhinitis (SAR). A seasonal allergy occurs at the same time each year and is often called hay fever. The most common allergens in seasonal allergies are windblown pollens from trees, grasses, or weeds, so the symptoms of a seasonal allergy usually occur when certain plants are in bloom. (Some types of mold also occur seasonally and may cause similar symptoms.)
- Perennial allergic rhinitis (PAR). A year-round (perennial) allergy occurs any time during the year. The symptoms of a year-round allergy may be more severe in winter, when people spend more time indoors. The most common causes of perennial allergies are dust mites, animal dander, cockroaches, or mold.
- Occupational allergic rhinitis (OAR). Occupational allergic rhinitis is caused by an allergic reaction to a substance present in the workplace, such as grain, wood dust, chemicals, or lab animals.
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Cain battles until bats take advantage in finale win
Giants ace labors through five, leaving with lead courtesy of error
SAN FRANCISCO -- Three runs in the fifth, all unearned, and a Giants comeback -- all because of the wind?
The AT&T Park afternoon gusts aside, there was more to the 15th Giants comeback win of 2013. The 7-3 victory against the Rockies on Sunday resulted from a combination of a two-out wind-aided error by Colorado second baseman DJ LeMahieu in the fifth, and Matt Cain's resilience, despite a high walk total and pitch count.
With a 2-2 score, two out and Marco Scutaro on first in the fifth, Hunter Pence popped one up to second base, but LeMahieu lost it because of the wind, letting Pence reach first on an error and advancing Scutaro to third. The next batter, Brandon Belt, took advantage and clubbed a two-run double to deep center field, just over Dexter Fowler's glove for a 4-2 lead. Belt scored on Andres Torres' double to the right-field corner, making it 5-2.
Just like that, the Giants (28-22) took two out of three from the Rockies (27-23) in the finale of their six-game homestand.
"When it went up with the wind -- I saw other people catching fly balls -- I knew it wasn't going to stay straight, and once it got above the stadium, the wind took it," LeMahieu said. "I tried to keep my feet moving, but I misjudged it completely."
The Giants did not score in the series opener Friday and not until the sixth inning of their 10-inning win Saturday. On Sunday, they trailed until the fourth, when Belt (1-for-2, two walks, two runs) led off with a walk, Torres followed with a single to advance Belt to third, and Brandon Crawford plated Belt, reaching on a fielder's choice, tying it at 2 apiece.
Cain's 1-2-3 third and fourth innings -- and the fact that he allowed only two runs and two hits in five innings, despite five walks, all in the rough first and second frames -- seemed impossible the way his afternoon began.
Cain (4-2) loaded the bases on three walks to the first four batters, then the fifth, Michael Cuddyer, lined a two-run double to left field for a 2-0 Rockies lead. Pitching coach Dave Righetti visited the mound, then Cain struck out Todd Helton and got Wilin Rosario to line out to end the 38-pitch first frame.
In the second, Cain walked the first batter, and with one out, walked Fowler -- Cain's fifth walk, more than he had in any outing this season. But Cain struck out Rockies slugger Carlos Gonzalez to end the second -- his 65th pitch and the second of three strikeouts of Gonzalez.
San Francisco's bullpen was warming up, but Cain stayed in. The last time Cain walked five batters was Sept. 14, 2012. Before that, you'd have to go back to May 12, 2010.
Cain battled Sunday. Even when he allowed a leadoff double to Fowler in the fifth, he got three consecutive outs, the last one a close groundout by Troy Tulowitzki with Fowler sprinting home from third base.
"That game was all about Matt Cain and him settling down to give us five innings," manager Bruce Bochy said.
Added Colorado manager Walt Weiss: "I felt like we had Cain in trouble early, the first couple of innings. But to his credit, a lot like he did at our place, he bent, but he didn't break. He's one of the better pitchers in the league, and there's a reason for it. He battles."
Of Rockies starter Jon Garland's five runs allowed, only two were earned, but he wasn't perfect. San Francisco tallied seven hits and four walks, and chased Garland (3-6) after five innings, adding two runs in the seventh on Pence's two-run double off reliever Edgmer Escalona.
Center fielder and leadoff hitter Angel Pagan got the day off because of a left hamstring strain, so left fielder Gregor Blanco filled his spots, and Torres got the start in left. Batting seventh, Torres went 2-for-4 with one RBI. He has eight hits in his last 18 at-bats with four doubles and three RBIs.
"I just try to be myself," Torres said. "Whenever they need me, I want to help."
The Rockies have two of the game's top hitters in Gonzalez and Tulowitzki, but they combined to go 0-for-9 with six strikeouts and one walk in the series finale. Gonzalez has struggled against Cain, entering with a .114 average in 35 at-bats.
"Give Cain credit for making really good pitches," said catcher Buster Posey, who hit a solo homer in the second inning.
Cain -- and the wind. Credit belongs where credit is due.
Willie Bans is a contributor to MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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The Lancaster High School swim team opened the season with a pair of wins in a tri-meet with Midlands foes Ridge View and Blythewood.
LHS defeated Ridge View 224-67 and Blythewood, 180-137.
County prep football teams are hoping the home field edge plays a key role in their games Friday night, Sept. 12.
All four county teams, in contrast to last week when all were on the road, will be in the host role this week.
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BLACKSBURG – The margin can often be small, the line thin between winning and losing.
The Indian Land Warriors found that in their 28-23 road loss to the Blacksburg Wildcats on Friday, Sept. 5, a loss Indian Land coach Mike Mayer called "humbling."
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GREAT FALLS – Buford rushed for over 300 yards at Great Falls, but it wasn't enough to match the Red Devils' big-play offense, which handed Buford its second straight road loss, 27-24 on Friday, Sept. 5.
The undefeated Red Devils scored three touchdowns off three Buford turnovers to aid their win.
The first turnover came on the opening snap.
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MCBEE – McBee rolled up 518 yards rushing and rolled over Andrew Jackson, 61-20 at the Peach Bowl in McBee on Friday, Sept. 5.
The game was the proverbial pits for the Volunteers as McBee had the game virtually in hand at the half, 42-6.
Lancaster High School volleyball coach Betsi O'Shields, in her sixth season leading the LHS team, is encouraged about the 2014 campaign.
Lancaster sports five returning players from the 2013 team.
Lancaster High School's old guy in the offensive line is hoping for a new day.
Trevin Watts, a four-year LHS varsity member and three-year starter, is shooting for a better finish in his final year with the Bruins.
The Andrew Jackson Lady Volunteers volleyball team, which posted a stellar 2013 season, sports a strong veteran cast to make another solid run this fall.
RICHBURG – A trio of Lancaster County prep football players were honored at the week two meeting of the Tri-County Football Coaches Association.
The Lancaster High Lady Bruins' volleyball team is 2-1 on the season after two non-region wins.
The LHS girls opened the season with a 3-0 win over the Buford High Lady Jackets, 25-22, 25-23 and 25-13.
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Arcata to increase parking for downtown residents and employees
ARCATA- The Arcata City Council has directed staff to start drafting and ordinance that will increase parking in the downtown area.
Arcata Mayor Mark Wheetley said the city will work on three different strategies to make parking easier downtown. The 11th Street bridge will be opened up from four hour parking to unrestricted . The city will work to develop the transit center parking lot into preferential parking spaces for city employees, downtown residents and bus riders.
Wheetley said the city will work with the Arcata Chamber of Commerce and landowners to have underutilized parking lots leased out to businesses and residents.
Wheetley said the change on 11th street could happen as soon as May.


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Family Fun Day coming up Sunday in Calahoo
Wednesday, Jul 16, 2014 02:30 pm
Sturgeon County families have a great day of fun activities coming up for them in Calahoo.
The Sturgeon Family Fun Day, an annual fundraising and recreational event, is coming up Sunday, July 20 in Calahoo.
Summer supervisor Samantha Stuart said the event is an activity-filled day for the whole family, free of charge. The only offering that has price tags is the food concession, manned by Sturgeon County Mayor Tom Flynn, council and staff.
Families can enjoy a rock wall, petting zoo, pony rides, a dunk tank and can inspect protective services vehicles up close with the help of municipal staff.
Also, �Dog in the Park� activities are planned for families and their favourite furry, four-legged friends to enjoy.
Plus, experts will also be on hand to offer child safety seat inspections and advice.
The whole day starts off with a Twoonie breakfast from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Stuart said the event is a fundraiser for the Sponsor a Child program. The program helps less fortunate families send their kids to summer camp.
The Sturgeon Family Fun Day will be held in the Calahoo arena and ag grounds just off Range Road #275 this Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.


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JMac brought Krista to have a good time. She was looking super hot in that see through bikini. Those gigantic jugs looked amazing. Soon after arriving, she pulled those big bazookas out in full glory. They went inside where she shook those big knockers all around. She sucked that cock and got her juicy tits fucked. She got her sweet pussy pounded while those big tits bounced around. She got man juice all over those big beautiful jugs.


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Peavy flirts with no-hitter in besting Brewers
Righty allows single with one out in eighth; Crawford delivers gems
SAN FRANCISCO -- When the Giants acquired Jake Peavy in late July, the move didn't exactly generate a lot of excitement in the Bay Area. The team with holes at second base and a lack of outfield depth appeared to be bringing in a getting-up-there-in-age pitcher with a history of injuries and awful 2014 stats.
The thing with numbers, though, is that they can be deceiving.
Manager Bruce Bochy and the organization's brass saw a feisty competitor still capable of success who'd been hamstrung by bad luck on a last-place team. The once underwhelming trade looks shrewder after each time Peavy takes the mound for the Giants. Never has it looked better than it did Saturday night.
Peavy was five outs away from a no-hitter and the Giants won their fifth consecutive game, 3-1, against the Brewers. The victory, coupled with the Padres beating the Dodgers, pulled the Giants within 2 1/2 games of the National League West-leading Dodgers (their slimmest deficit since Aug. 6) and secured the Giants' first series victory against a team with a winning record since taking three of four from the Cardinals from May 29-June 1.
"He was throwing the ball well. His record was not indicative of how well he was throwing the ball, but the stuff was there," Bochy said when asked what attracted the Giants to Peavy. "I know personally how competitive this guy is and he's just so competitive, so that was a no-brainer for us."
So it's appeared. After recording the win after striking out eight and allowing one hit in 7 2/3 innings, Peavy improved to 3-4 with a 2.66 ERA with the Giants, a night-and-day difference from the 4.72 ERA he posted with the Red Sox.
"I've found a groove over here with Rags [pitching coach Dave Righetti], [bullpen catcher] Billy Hayes and Gardy [bullpen coach Mark Gardner]," said Peavy when asked what's led to his improvements. "These guys saw me when I was young and have been able to throw some of those remarks and coaching tips back at me.
"We've found a rhythm here."
Brandon Crawford gets a major assist for keeping everything in sync Saturday night with a pair of web gems.
With one out in the top of the seventh and Aramis Ramirez on first, Scooter Gennett drilled a grounder to the right of Peavy. Crawford, fully extended, snagged the ball and from his knees flipped it with his glove to Joe Panik, who completed the inning-ending double play.
"I was just happy I got there," said Crawford, whose troublesome right shoulder was wrapped. "I knew if I got there we'd have a play at second, even if we don't turn the double play. The more important thing at that time was just keeping the ball in the infield."
Crawford's first highlight-reel-worthy play came in the fifth inning, when he ranged to his right and fired a dart across the infield in time to retire Ramirez. Unbeknownst to him at the time, he had just preserved a no-hit bid.
Peavy lost his no-hitter with one out in the top of the eighth when Mark Reynolds flared a single to right.
"I knew he didn't hit the ball hard, but it's so difficult to get all the balls hit at somebody," said Peavy, who's good friends with Reynolds.
Peavy also issued a trio of walks and grazed Ramirez's arm with a pitch, so as tremendous as his outing was, it wasn't quite as dominant as Madison Bumgarner's bid for a perfect game Tuesday. But unlike Bumgarner, he didn't have to wait too long for run support to arrive.
Pablo Sandoval and Hunter Pence led off the fourth with back-to-back singles, and they each scored when Michael Morse doubled to deep right-center. There may have been an issue if the basepaths were 10 feet longer, though, since Pence nearly caught up to Sandoval between third and home. A Crawford single scored Morse and pushed the lead to 3-0. Aside from a run the Brewers scratched across against Santiago Casilla in the ninth, everything clicked again for the Giants.
"It feels like playoff baseball again right now," Crawford said. "We're playing against a good team and our pitchers are pitching their butts off."
The hitters have been hitting and the fielders fielding, too.
A night after blasting a season-high 13 runs, the suddenly deep lineup flourished thanks to contributions throughout. The starting rotation recorded its sixth consecutive impressive start. Once-embattled reliever Sergio Romo's unfair slider is unfair again.
"We seem to be running out a pretty consistent lineup and we understand that in each one of these games, our lives are on the line," Peavy said. "We're starting to find an identity as a team. It's exciting to be here; it was exciting to come to work today.
"I knew what San Francisco fans were about, but tonight I think I really got a taste of that to feed off the energy of the crowd. If you watch the way all nine guys on the field responded, we owe the fans that as bad as we played when I first got over here."
Ryan Hood is an associate reporter for MLB.com. Follow him on Twitter @ryanhood19. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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DETROIT - The sister of ex-Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick has filed for bankruptcy.
Ayanna Kilpatrick's bankruptcy filing claims she owes $345,000 and monthly expenses of more than $3,900. She filed for bankruptcy this past week.
Kwame Kilpatrick faced criminal charges related to a text-messaging scandal and resigned in 2008. He later served time in jail and prison and faces a federal corruption trial.
Read: Ayanna Kilpatrick's bankruptcy filing
Ayanna Kilpatrick says she owes $209,000 to a bank and $54,000 in back taxes. She owes Best Buy $5,000, Nordstrom more than $2,500, Macy's $1,069, Pier One $835 and Nieman Marcus more than $400.
She may soon lose her home which she purchased for $250,000 in 2003. She lists the value now at $70,000. She owes nearly $210,000.
Not mentioned in the bankruptcy filing is the money she allegedly was making from selling her brother's book. Her company allegedly was getting a portion of the profits. There are either no profits or the money from the book sales is hiding out somewhere else.
That could be revealed by the impending bankruptcy review.
A judge ruled last year that she and her company AKtion Enterprises couldn't profit from the sale of her brother's memoirs until he paid restitution tied to the criminal case.
She has declined comment on the bankruptcy.
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Professor Peter Jaszi Authors Report on Protection of the Traditional Arts in Indonesia
Professor Peter Jaszi's new book on the protection of Indonesian traditional artists and their work has been. Traditional Culture: A Step Forward for Protection in Indonesia is the culmination of research conducted as part of a group of scholars, journalists, and observers of the arts who made multiple trips to Central Java and Bali to look at the practice of certain "traditional" arts. These arts—Javanese wayang kulit, gamelan music, and batik, and Balinese dance, gamelan music, and ikat—have, like most Indonesian arts, historically operated without Intellectual Property (IP) regulation.


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I'm Bruce Bowman, product manager for Adobe BrowserLab. Welcome to our new BrowserLab Team blog!
The team has been looking forward to starting this blog, and hopes it will allow us to engage more fully with BrowserLab's users. We're planning to post regularly on all sorts of topics, ranging from announcements, to technical information, best practices and tips on how to use BrowserLab most efficiently, and how to work around bugs or other limitations.
We've been busy recently, creating new features, new videos, and presenting BrowserLab sessions at MAX. We're also about ready to launch a new BrowserLab Prerelease program.
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DETROIT - Tigers fans have been snatching up the 2012 "Bless You Boys" T-shirts.
Fanatic U sold its entire supply on Wednesday and ordered more.
During a Game 2 watch party on Thursday, the shirts will be for sale at Coach's Corner Bar and Grill in Livonia. It's located near Farmington and Seven Mile Road. The game starts at 8 p.m.
Blast From the Past
Just like in 1984 and 2006, you can buy "Bless You Boy" t-shirts to show your pride in the Detroit Tigers. The slogan first took off the last time the Tigers won the Fall Classic. Local 4 sportscaster Al Ackerman coined the phrase, and suddenly everyone was using it.
"They had even people like Ronald Reagan wearing the shirt. So, a lot of cool things happened back in 1984," said Michael Wauldron, whose father was involved in the original promotional push. Though Wauldron was just a boy in 1984, this time he's enjoying the Tigers' ride to glory.
"As a Tiger fan, I've been a fan all my life, this year is just incredible," he told Ruth to the Rescue.
Printing Up Baseball History
In 2012, there are three versions of the "Bless You Boys" T-shirt being printed up. Ad Vision Marketing in Livonia has kept its staff busy printing dark blue, white, and sports gray versions of the shirts. The Tigers' trip to the World Series is benefitting many businesses around metro Detroit.
"The Tigers going to the World Series is good for everybody. I know there are a lot of shops in town printing, and it's a good thing," said Tina Paul, part owner of Ad Vision Marketing. The company is starting with a few thousand shirts, and they could print many more if the Tigers can win the championship.
Where to Buy Them
Right now, the T-shirts are available at a small group of retailers. McDevitt's Hallmarks will be selling the shirts for $18.99 at its four stores: two in Livonia, one in Royal Oak, and one in Novi. http://mcdevitts.com/
The shirts will also be available at Fanatic U for just $14.99. They have stores in Garden City, Taylor, Southfield, Novi and Fraser. http://fanaticu.com/locations/
The folks from Ad Vision Marketing will also be feeding Tiger Fever at some sports bars around Metro Detroit. For Game One, they'll be at the One Under Bar and Grill on 5 Mile and Levan. The t-shirts will be part of a game watch party that includes all kinds of special offers. The "Bless You Boys" t-shirts will be on sale for $15, two for $25.
There will be another watch part at Coach's Corner at Farmington and 7 Mile for Game Two on October 25th.
Finally, you can also buy the t-shirts online at http://www.classicheadlines.com/page/page/1030796.htm
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We should put together a new list of other teams boards.
We should put together a new list of other teams boards.
Other fan boards come and go. It's hard to maintain excellence for a long period of time.
Are we talking stats or intangibles?
what is the Phillies Forum?
Hey Sparky! Indian Hill English teachers taught me everything I know!
My dad got to enjoy 3 Reds World Championships by the time he was my age. So far, I've only gotten to enjoy one. Step it up Redlegs!
It is a great board but the name doesn't work.
"You can't let praise or criticism get to you. It's a weakness to get caught up in either one."
--Woody Hayes
I like the layout, discussion, and the sense of humor that people have on this site.
10xWSChamps mentioned NorthSideBaseball in a thread I was reading so I thought I'd check it out. It's a cubs board that appears to actually have a lot of solid input and posting. A lot of the same forum posting rules we have here. I was a bit surprised with it being a Cubs board.
It's definitely not as eye sight friendly and easy to read and follow as RZ though.
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Shin Sekai Yori Ep. 1
September 30, 2012Posted by on
Initial impression – doesn't waste any time getting into the story
Autumn 2012 (12 episodes) (title literal translation – From the New World) (more info)
Shin Sekai Yori doesn't have even one second of introduction as to what the heck is going on. Right away we're tossed into the deep and expected to start traversing dangerous waters. And while I'm definitely interested in the mythos of the setting, the fact that so much of the first episode remains unexplained has left me very confused. But I'm not going to hold it against the anime just yet because it's only the first episode, the writing and pace are quite good and there's still plenty of time to get everything sorted out. In a lot of ways I can see the motives of Shin Sekai Yori already taking shape, so I'm fine with not understanding for now.
On a metaphoric level there are some really strong themes about the fear of growing up and the uneasiness of being trapped between the worlds of child and adult, not knowing how to move forward but at the same time being unable to go back. For these young people—heroine Saki Watanabe in particular—it seems the stakes are quite high because if you can't become an adult properly, bad things can happen. This adds a really tense horror element to the atmosphere that has me excited to see what happens next. With sharp visual and setting designs as well as a strong theme involving Shinto, I know that Shin Sekai Yori is going to be worth a closer look.
What is there to like about Kids on the Slope?
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I'm sick and tired of reading comments on forums and blogs about how good this anime is. All the time I'm seeing "must watch series" or "best anime this season." I don't do this kind of focused rebuttal very often, (come to think of it this may be the first time I've written a review like this) but all things considered I think the current situation warrants a dissenting opinion being heard—with indignant vigor.
I can't tell what this anime wants to be about. It's skipping erratically between themes of music, friendship, youth and romance, which doesn't sound like it ought to be a problem on the surface. However, the transitions between these concepts are as flow breaking as having to portage a canoe around a dam. There's no reason all the themes couldn't be woven together into a harmonious composition, but instead the show opts to go with just one mode at a time.
I thought long and hard about exactly why the pacing in this series is so terrible and I came to the realization that transitions from sequence to sequence are so abrupt and jarring that it reminded me of watching a summary episode or a clip show. When I made that connection it started to make sense because Shinichiro Watanabe is very good at doing episodic anime like Cowboy Bebop and Samurai Champloo. For those series, episodic pacing with large breaks makes sense because the journey the characters take lends itself very organically to a lot of down time when nothing interesting is happening. Each episode gets encapsulated nicely so that it concludes before moving on to the next leg of the story.
But Kids on the Slope doesn't want that kind organization. It's happening in real time with people who see each other every day and don't have any clear goals in mind to drive themselves fervently forward and keep them focused. There's no big overarching conflict to wrap everything up and give a sense of purpose or adventure to connect the points. They're just lethargically dealing with their problems as they arise, which is drawn-out disorganization at best and frustratingly incomprehensible chaos at its worst.
It's like we've been dragged along a boring, uneventful saunter through the lives of some very ordinary, uninteresting young people whose bonds are so weak they need the pathetic excuse of playing jazz music to keep the whole mess from falling apart. We're expected to fill in too many of the little details and read between the lines to fully grasp what's going on. This is not subtlety or a method of focusing only on the big, important events. This is plainly and simply bad writing that shows a lack of planning to keep everything moving at a cohesive pace.
I'm also completely bummed by Yoko Kanno's complete lack of presence. I know she's capable of much better soundtracks than these barely audible, piddling, intermittent BGMs that go completely unnoticed. What happened to the epic themes that characterized the grand settings of Escaflowne and RahXephon? Where are the perfect, mood-setting tones that gave Cowboy Bebop an atmosphere as thick as Jupiter's? How can we get immersed in the setting, time and culture without her purposeful influence giving us the proper cues like she did in Ghost in the Shell? Why isn't her music filling our ears, warming our hearts and giving us an uncontrollable desire to get up and dance like the powerful songs of Macross Frontier? It's a complete waste of her talent, so why is she involved in this project?
Finally, I don't want to hear any more complaining from people about unrequited, drawn-out, misunderstood or weak romances in anime like Shakugan no Shana, Zero no Tsukaima or Boku wa Tomodachi when shows like Kids on the Slope are getting this kind of hype. The romance in this series is terrible. Just what the heck is going on? I thought Yurika was under the impression that Kaoru asked her out but then she's suddenly getting intimate with Sentarou? It's such an unfounded, head-spinning, hasty plot progression that it can be easy summarized in just one word—lazy. And how can Kaoru think he's in any position to follow the high ground when (a) he takes forever to clear up the pain and confusion he caused with Ritsuko then (b) goes for a love confession as weak as, "you don't have to give me an answer right away," with absolutely no follow up to show he actually cares? It reeks of every aspect of the worst romance stories you could think of.
What are people seeing in this anime that I don't? Someone please enlighten me because Kids on the Slope is the most I've been disappointed in an anime since Blood C. Anyone who finished reading this rant and who likes this show please explain yourself. Clearly I just don't get it.
Kids on the Slope Ep. 1
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Initial impression – significantly underwhelming
Spring 2012 (12 episodes) (Japanese title – Sakamichi no Apollon) (more info)
I know this is a weird, random thing to complain about, but I don't think the people in Kids on the Slope are very good looking… When I think about the works of Shinichiro Watanabe I have an image of bursting out of the starting gates with something big, flashy and tone setting. So being left hanging on the easygoing pace set by the first episode is a bit of a letdown to say the least. But what really shocked me about the beginning of this series is the absence of any tone-defining music courtesy of Yoko Kanno. Aside from one teensy fight scene, there was absolutely no atmospheric mood that is typically indicative of her work (think Escaflowne, Ghost in the Shell, RahXephon, and Macross Frontier). If the series lacks her strong music style I'm losing optimism fast and I can't help but say aloud that the duo that made Cowboy Bebop one of the best anime of all time is not living up to their potential. Additionally this sort of "serious music" story that's superficially reminiscent of snooze-inducing shows like Nodame Cantabile doesn't thrill me whatsoever. Given the talent that lies with this anime's staff I intend to continue watching for a while longer to see how it progresses, but I've not been wowed by the relaxed pace Kids on the Slope exhibits in its first episode.


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Robert Allen Group unveils Naturals II collection
June 19, 2013,
New York -- With a focus on fresh colors, the Robert Allen Group is launching Naturals II, the second iteration of its Naturals collection.
This second series embodies "easy elegance via the use of authentic materials in dry, textural fibers that lend themselves to creating a calming yet sophisticated space," the company said.
New to Naturals II is a saturated range of reds -- red earth, crimson, and sienna. Current hues in the fashion world, like subdued blue rain and delicate purple wisteria serve as on-trend accents, and neutral gray is reinterpreted as the richly livable graphite. Pops of classic cornflower, soft dew, and zesty lemongrass infuse the collection with a playful brightness. Popular designs from Naturals I have also been reissued in the new colors.
"The collection may be called 'Naturals,' but that doesn't necessitate a neutral or dull palette," said Christy Almond, operating vice president, design. "The confident colors we're introducing in Naturals II transform the designs and are an unexpected take on this trend of casual constructions."
Naturals II patterns include simple geometrics, eclectic ikats, and detailed embroideries in a comfortable, washed finish. Classic designs such as an oversized paisley and a standard stripe are also presented, but have been modernized with chic metallic accents and crisp, fresh colorations. Other new introductions to the Naturals range include seven colors of brushed canvas and a whimsical eyelet.
"With Naturals II, we were extremely conscious of what our customer base was searching for," said Phil Kowalcyzk, ceo. "By rereleasing fresh versions of popular patterns and responding to the demand for specific colors and patterns, we've crafted a collection perfectly in tune with the wants of today's designers."
Patterns of note include: Native Trail, a painterly Navajo motif; Full Sweep, an applique embroidery on a 100% linen ground; Warm Shimmer, a rich embroidered linen with an ikat inspired design; Carmane, featuring crewel-like embroidery inspired by a geometric rug design; Eagle Pass, an Italian jacquard that features a three-end tapestry strie and a unique textured look; and Duncan Range, employing an innovative jute construction with a unique texture.
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RT Features boards Gray sci-fi
James Gray, who jets into Cannes for the May 24 premiere of The Immigrant, is lining up a sci-fi thriller with the backing of Brazil's RT Features. CAA brokered the deal and represents sales.
RT founder and CEO Rodrigo Teixeira will produce alongside his colleague Sophie Mas while Lourenço Sant' Anna serves as executive producer.
Gray co-wrote the screenplay with Fringe show writer Ethan Gross. Plot details remain under wraps.
Competition entry The Immigrant stars Jeremy Renner, Joaquin Phoenix and Marion Cotillard. The Weinstein Company will distribute in the US later this year.
Gray also wrote the screenplay for Guillaume Canet's Blood Ties, which screens out of competition on the Croisette.
RT Features recently produced Noah Baumbach's Frances Ha starring Greta Gerwig, Mickey Sumner and Adam Driver as well as Kelly Reichardt's Night Moves starring Jesse Eisenberg and Dakota Fanning.
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Ann Arbor , Mich. -- Borders announced an all new Borders.com featuring discounts on the 100,000 bestselling titles, multiple free shipping options, new product lines, strategic partnerships that complement the Borders brand and a more integrated social media experience.
To celebrate the new Borders.com, the company said it is offering free shipping on all orders placed on Borders.com, Nov. 15.
"Ensuring a world-class online shopping experience is at the core of Borders' brand transformation strategy," said Mike Edwards, CEO of Borders. "We have to challenge ourselves to keep offering the best customer experience both in store, and on the web and these changes demonstrate once again that Borders can deliver on the best consumer experience."
Borders.com now features an enhanced customer review capability that is provided through a partnership with PowerReviews.
The company reported that it is leveraging its loyalty program database to invite customers to share product reviews with their friends and followers via Facebook, driving traffic to Borders.com. The company is also tapping its employee base of more than 19,000 associates to write staff reviews on Borders.com. Leveraging its cross-channel capabilities, Borders will feature select Borders.com reviews in Borders stores, giving in-store customers the benefit of being able to read reviews by other book lovers before they make a purchase.
Borders said it has made several changes specifically designed to improve the shopping experience. A partnership with ChoiceStream will enable relevant recommendations for new products, and Borders will provide new lists of staff picks and books and products currently in the news. The title detail page for each book lists all the formats in which that book is available, and some books feature a Google Books "preview" that allows them to virtually flip through a few chapters. Further, a partnership with Endeca will deliver the most targeted and relevant content to each customer, based on their actions, as they search and browse the online store.


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August 2012 Fairfax County NewsWire Updates
Please note: Information was accurate at the time of publication.Some links may no longer work.
Aug. 31
- Share Your Favorite Poems at Sherwood Regional Library Sept. 4
- School Starts September 4: Are You Ready?
- Back-To-School Safety Reminders
- Church Youth Group Volunteer Arrested in Falls Church
- Find Valuable Emergency Information in the ESF-15 Business/Nonprofit Update
- Weekender: Hear the Ocean, Revisit the Civil War, Glide by Moonlight and More
- Video: Fire and Rescue Annual Backpack Drive
- Find Great Reads at September Used Book Sales
Aug. 30
- Video: Infant and Toddler Connection (ITC) Graduation Celebration
- Fairfax Area Disability Services Board Public Meeting in Springfield, September 10
- Video: "Snake Hunters" Among Activities at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park
Aug. 29
- Fairfax Prepares: 30 Ways in 30 Days
- Video: VDOT's Improved 511 System for Traffic Information
- Sprinkler System Extinguishes Fair Oaks Area Apartment Fire
- Information on Sept. 4 Special Election for 45th District, House of Delegates
- Video: DMV 2 Go Van at Government Center This Friday Aug. 31
Aug. 28
- Firefighters Distribute Backpacks and School Supplies
- Take a Survey to Improve County's Emergency Communications
- Video: Firefighters and Partners Provide Free School Haircuts
- Blurring Boundaries, Han-Mee Korean Artists Exhibit Opening Reception Sept. 1 at the Workhouse
- Buy Into a Better Environment: Green Purchasing Tips
- All Fairfax Reads Events in September
Aug. 27
- Countdown to Nov. 6 Election: Office of Elections Prepares
- Business Emergency Preparedness Seminar Sept. 26
- Unattended Food on Stove Causes Springfield House Fire
- Virginia Indian Festival at Riverbend Park Sept. 8
- Wakefield Run: New Name for a Accotink Creek Tributary
- New Jobs This Week Include Engineer and Nurse
- Sheriff's Office Buys School Supplies for Children who Are Homeless
- Board of Supervisors to Host 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
- Consumer Affairs: Still Time for Back-to-School Savings
Aug. 24
- Weekender: Comedy, Flower Power, Starlight Cinema and Southern Food
- Underage Drinking and Commercial Vehicle Traffic Safety Efforts Recognized
- Wakefield Skate Park Expansion Set to Open Sept. 8
- Video: Parks Fall Class Registration Now Open
- Video: VDOT Tests 495 Express Lanes Technology
- Recycle Your Electronics on Sunday, Aug. 26
Aug. 23
- Auxiliary Police Officers Make a Difference; Apply to Join
- Virginia's Earthquake Shake One Year Later
- VDOT Begins Work on Beulah Road Bridge over Wolftrap Run
- Great Falls Nike Park Field Improvement Project Begins
- McLean Community Center Offers Bounty of Classes & Activities This Fall
- Audio: Listen to the Latest News to Use and Health and Safety Podcasts
- Our Official Comments to the FCC about 9-1-1 Outage
- Sheriff's Safety Seat Saturday Free Inspections on Aug. 25
- Two Girls Reportedly Assaulted on Chain Bridge Road in McLean
Aug. 22
- County Receives 2012 VACo Achievement Award for Courtroom Technology
- Fatal Crash in McLean
- Video: African-American Parenting Class at Gum Springs Historic Museum
- Input Needed from Residents for Emergency Information Survey
- Shred Personal Documents at Langley High School on Aug. 25
Aug. 21
- Firefighters to Offer Free Haircuts for Qualifying Local Kids
- Are You Ready for National Preparedness Month?
- Ox Hill Battlefield Park to Commemorate Battle at Ox Hill on Sept. 1
- New Jobs This Week Include Social Worker, Golf Course Superintendent, Budget Analyst
- Fairfax County 9-1-1 and OEM Host Over 100 Students from Herndon Elementary
Aug. 20
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Annandale Bottle Bombs Incident
- Five-Year-Old Girl Sexually Assaulted in the Lincolnia Area Aug. 19
- Sexual Assault in the Merrifield Area Aug. 19
- Public Comment Requested on Proposed Dulles Toll Road Increases
- Braddock Nights Concert Series Features The Grandsons Aug. 24
- Video: West Nile Virus - Resources and What You Need to Know in Fairfax County
- Labor Day Holiday Schedule, Monday, Sept. 3
Aug. 17
- Lane Shift on Toll Road Eastbound Tonight (PDF)
- Tips for Dealing With Extreme Heat
- Weekender: Comedy Act, Movies by Moonlight and More
- Fugitive Caught in Mexico
- Police Seek Witness to Fatal Crash on Franconia Road
Aug. 16
- Progress Report for Floodplain Management Plan Now Available
- Accidental Townhouse Fire in West Centreville
- Police Seek Witnesses to Fatal Crash on Franconia Road Aug. 13
- Register for Free Family Telephone Caregiver Support Group in Korean Aug. 21
- One Stop for DMV and County Services at Government Center Aug. 31
Aug. 15
- Fairfax Connector and 495 Express Lanes - Public Meeting Aug. 22, Burke
- "Emergency Preparedness": Summer Weather Dangers, Flat Stanley and Stella, Business Planning
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The renewed Canadian military presence in the High Arctic has led the Royal Canadian Air Force to relearn old lessons about survival in the world's most inhospitable climate, one wet sock at a time.
In January, 44 air force personnel from bases across Canada underwent Arctic survival training at Resolute Bay, Nunavut, the second-most northerly permanent settlement in North America. The 10-day course constituted the first High Arctic survival training for regular aircrew in 18 years.
During the Cold War, when the Canadian Armed Forces planned for the prospect of a Soviet incursion, Arctic survival training was conducted regularly for many units of the military. But the collapse of the Soviet Union led to military budget cuts that included the end of High Arctic survival lessons for regular aircrew in 1995.
Now, Ottawa is attempting to reassert Canadian sovereignty over Nunavut's vast Arctic archipelago by conducting more training exercises and expanding permanent facilities at Resolute Bay. To deal with the possibility of a crash in the remote Arctic, the RCAF has embarked on a plan to ensure at least one member of every flight operation in the area knows how to contend with a survival situation in a landscape with no trees to serve as shelter or firewood, only a few hours of winter daylight and bitter January lows.
"We need to get better at this as an air force," said warrant officer Dave Lazarowich, the Arctic course director for the Canadian Forces School of Survival and Aeromedical Training, based at 17 Wing Winnipeg.
From 1996 until last year, only air force search-and-rescue technicians based at 19 Wing in Comox, B.C., undertook Arctic survival training. In January, two groups of 22 other aircrew spent 10 days in and around Resolute Bay, including four nights in the fully exposed McMaster River valley several kilometres north of the town's airport.
The course aims to allow personnel to survive in the open Arctic for 72 hours, the maximum time stranded aircrew should expect to wait for a rescue. With the help of a pair of Inuit experts, pilots, flight engineers and combat experts learned how to cut snow blocks and build igloos. They also learned how to build snow walls, dig snow caves into hillsides and set off signals for rescue teams.
Most importantly, they learned how to handle their clothing to avoid getting wet in an environment where that will quickly lead to hypothermia.
"We learned we had to really get down to basics," said Lazarowich, referring to lessons such as the need to constantly change socks, vigilantly brush away snow and strip off sweat-inducing extra layers while conducting strenuous activities such as cutting blocks of snow.
Course participants, including crew stationed in cities much warmer than Winnipeg, also got the opportunity to contend with the psychological aspects of surviving in extremely cold temperatures.
Maj. Yves Soulard, the commanding officer for the school, said it will take several years before the RCAF meets its goal of conducting Arctic survival training for at least one member of every crew that may be deployed to the region.
The school's existing winter-training facility in Nopiming Provincial Park can not approximate the deep-snow conditions of the High Arctic or the absence of trees and extreme cold.
In most survival settings, first aid is the No. 1 priority and creating a fire or other heat source ranks No. 2. But in the wide-open Arctic, building a shelter ranks above building a fire, Lazarowich explained. "In the Arctic, shelter ranks above heat," he said.
Resolute Bay, the epicentre of the Canadian military's High Arctic operations, has average January lows of -36 C and only one month, July, with no sub-zero temperatures.


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I was recently at the Roblin Park Community Centre Winter Carnival. It is known in these parts as the best winter carnival in Winnipeg.
We were at the carnival the day of a concert from Youtube sensation Sean Quigley, Winnipeg's Little Drummer Boy. I admire the great work this young man has done, and putting on a free show for his community was only a small part.
The rest of the Oak Park students who were there that day were a great example of fine young people. They were there to support their obviously much-valued friend. But I was most impressed with the nice girls who were making sure the smaller kids at the concert were given a spot at the front. I'm especially grateful to the nice, long-haired girl who offered to take my seven-year-old to the front so she could see. This was my daughter's first ever concert, and she was thrilled.
I see great things coming from this high school and these kids should be recognized for it. I see a lot of caring and leadership coming from the students of Oak Park High School in my community of Westdale and with the Oak Park Buddies program with my children's school. These are the leaders of our future and I am proud of them for what they are and what they will become.
This is the work of Oak Park teachers, parents and the students themselves. But I feel secure that the future of Canada is in these kids hands.
I know that often, the public opinion of teenagers is not great, but I ask everyone throughout Winnipeg to find out what their local high school has done for their community and show these kids the encouragement and appreciation they need to become great individuals.
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Donovan: Finney-Smith available, Harris off team right now
Published: Friday, November 15, 2013 at 3:07 p.m.
Last Modified: Friday, November 15, 2013 at 3:07 p.m.
Florida forward Dorian Finney-Smith has been reinstated to the team, coach Billy Donovan announced Friday.
Who: Arkansas Little-Rock Trojans (0-1) vs. No. 11 Florida (1-1)
When: Saturday, 4:30 p.m.
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But it doesn't appear junior center Damontre Harris will be rejoining the Gators any time soon.
The 6-foot-10 Harris is "off the team" due to more disciplinary issues that have materialized in recent weeks, Donovan said.
"He's not even in practice right now," Donovan said. "He's got a long, long way to go before he gets on the team."
Donovan would not get into specifics about why Harris, a transfer from South Carolina, is still sidelined. Harris is currently working out away from the team and must meet a set of conditions before he can return to UF's practices.
"He's not a bad kid, but he's not accountable at all and he's not responsible enough to take care of the things he needs to take care of," Donovan said. "And I've always believed this, if I can't expect somebody to be accountable off the floor, to do what they are supposed to do in all areas of their life, how can I expect them to guard a pick and roll, remember a play, to go get a rebound, to do those things if you can't be accountable there. It's not like you turn it on, turn it off."
Finney-Smith will be available, but likely won't play when the Gators face Arkansas Little-Rock this afternoon at the O'Connell Center. The 6-foot-8, Virginia Tech transfer has missed UF's last two practices with a viral infection. More than likely, Finney-Smith's UF debut will come Monday when the Gators host Southern.
"I would anticipate right now he wouldn't play, but he is available if for some reason he had some kind of miraculous recovery or felt better," Donovan said.
Finney-Smith, Harris and Florida senior point guard Scottie Wilbekin have been suspended since the beginning of the season for unspecified violation of team rules. A former McDonald's All-American from Portsmouth, Va., Finney-Smith averaged 6.3 points and 7.0 rebounds in his lone season at Virginia Tech before transferring to UF.
"He helps us defensively, obviously, with his length and his athletic ability, rebounding as well," Florida senior center Patric Young said. "He also helps our offense as well because he's a very dynamic, versatile player. Being 6-7, being able to handle the ball as well as he can."
The Gators played with a rotation of just seven scholarship players and one walk-on (Jacob Kurtz) during Tuesday night's 59-53 loss at Wisconsin. Sophomore scholarship guard Dillon Graham didn't play against Wisconsin and has been dealing with hip problems that have impacted his performance in practice. Guard Eli Carter (broken leg) and forward Will Yeguete (knee) also aren't playing at 100 percent.
Donovan said he thinks Finney-Smith's return will give the Gators more depth and flexibility in the frontcourt. It should also help with rebounding. Florida has been outrebounded in each of its first two games.
"I think everyone can get involved a little better," Young said. "Guys can crash the boards a little bit better, fight through fatigue, those type of things."
Young said he respects the stand Donovan has taken on discipline through the first few weeks of the season.
"He's been consistent with that, and he has never put any of his players in a situation where we have to make a decision on someone's discipline," Young said. "He's created an environment where he lets us know what's going on the best we can and allows us to know that guys need to be held accountable and be held responsible."
Said Donovan: "I'm not going to take these guys and use these guys to win games. I hope in some time, whenever their time is done here that they would say their time at Florida was challenging, it was difficult, but you know what, it prepared me for the real world."
Donovan has not set a timetable for Wilbekin's return, but has been pleased with the strides that the Gainesville native has made on and off the court. Wilbekin has practiced with the Gators since mid-October.
"Scottie is totally different person," Donovan said. "Totally different leader, totally different attitude. Totally different. The strides he has made, no one has obviously had a chance to see him play but for me as a coach, it's been very, very rewarding for me to see where he is."
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G DeVon Walker 6-6 So. 2.0 ppg, 1.0 rpg
G Kasey Hill 6-1 Fr. 9.5 ppg, 4.0 apg
F Casey Prather 6-6 Sr. 20.0 ppg, 6.5 rpg
F Will Yeguete 6-7 Sr. 5.0 ppg, 4.5 rpg
C Patric Young 6-9 Jr. 5.0 ppg, 4.0 rpg
G J.T Thomas 6-1 RJr. 4.0 ppg, 4.0 apg
G Josh Hagins 6-1 So. 14.0 ppg, 4.0 apg
G Leroy Isler Sr. 6-5 12.0 ppg, 2.0 apg
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Notes: Coming off a 59-53 loss at Wisconsin, Florida returns to the O'Connell Center, where the Gators have won 16 straight games. … Florida is 108-6 against non-conference opponents in their last 12 seasons at the O'Connell Center. … Sophomore guard Michael Frazier II is shooting 60 percent from 3-point range (6 of 10) and averaging 19.5 points off the bench. … As a team, though, Florida is shooting 29.2 percent from 3-point range while giving up 40.9 percent. …. Arkansas-Little Rock returns four starters from a team that went 17-15 last season and 11-9 in the Sun Belt Conference. … Arkansas Little-Rock is coming off a 72-70 loss to North Florida in its home opener. … Walk-on forward Jacob Kurtz has averaged 23.5 minutes through UF's first two games. The 6-foot-6 forward from Oviedo has taken advantage of the increased playing time, averaging 2.5 points, 5.5 rebounds with one steal and one assist.
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It was the dead of winter on Feb. 9, 2009, when a warm spell rolled through Winnipeg.
The mercury climbed above zero, and though city residents could temporarily ditch their parkas, the unseasonably balmy reprieve wasn't good news for drivers.
Freezing rain frosted streets with a slick coat of ice, and crews worked feverishly to sand and salt the roads and unblock storm drains. Those measures didn't stop the slipping and sliding, however, and by 9 a.m., 319 car accidents had been reported across the city. By noon, another 219 drivers had crashed.
The unusual February morning marked the worst day for vehicle collisions within the city in a five-year period, with 745 vehicles reported damaged, according to Manitoba Public Insurance collision data. MPI data also show that it's no coincidence. The five days that recorded the largest number of accidents between 2005 and 2009 all had one thing in common: bad, wintry weather that made for poor driving conditions.
While it's not a huge surprise considering Winnipeg's climate, road safety advocates say drivers need to do a better job of driving to the conditions. At the same time, strategies that have helped reduce the number of winter accidents elsewhere in Canada aren't on the radar.
Quebec has seen a drop in accidents since the provincial government made winter tires mandatory on all vehicles, and cities such as Edmonton have streets with variable speed limits that can be reduced when visibility plummets and a storm blows through town.
Both provincial government and city officials say they are not considering implementing similar measures.
"A lot of the accidents are happening in the winter, and this is where the focus should be," said Liz Peters, spokeswoman for CAA Manitoba.
Peters said CAA recently met with MPI about the winter driving problem in an effort to get the insurance provider to consider placing pamphlets that tout the benefits of winter tires in their letters to motorists, for example. Manitoba has the lowest rate of wintertire use in the country at 17 per cent, even though Peters said they help drivers stop 40 per cent faster in slippery conditions.
In 2008, Quebec became the first province to order motorists to outfit their cars with the safer tires or pay a fine.
Transport Quebec spokeswoman Caroline Larose said the province has seen a five per cent decrease in winter accidents, which has saved about 574 people from being involved in a crash.
But making winter tires mandatory isn't on the Manitoba government's agenda. Transportation Minister Steve Ashton was unavailable to speak on the subject, but cabinet spokeswoman Kate Fenske said in an email that winter conditions here are very different from other provinces, including Quebec.
"We have significantly less snow, colder temperatures and Manitoba's roads are more straight and flat than Quebec's," Fenske said. "Also, the financial cost of buying winter tires along with installing and then removing them every year would be substantial for all Manitoba motorists."
Fenske said the government believes motorists should "strongly consider" using winter tires, as well as driving with increased caution during winter.
Some cities, including Edmonton, have started using variable speed limits to lower the posted speed via electronic signs when road conditions make it unsafe to drive at the normal speed.
Edmonton uses variable speed limits to reduce speeds on certain roads during periods of bad weather. While the changing limits are part of a broader traffic-safety strategy, the city says it saw an overall decrease in the number of road accidents last year, despite heavy snowfall during the winter months.
City of Winnipeg officials say they have no plans to enact variable speed limits in the near future.
For city crews, the worst-case scenario is when flurries fly in the early hours of the morning.
Street maintenance manager Ken Boyd said that gives them a limited amount of time to clear the streets before the morning rush hour — one of the peak times for road crashes.
When snow falls, crews focus on sanding, salting or plowing Winnipeg's major streets first, Boyd said. Crews are available 24 hours a day, and when big storms hit, there are as many as 300 pieces of equipment out scraping the streets. However, Boyd said it takes time for crews to cover all streets citywide, so there's bound to be a temporary increase in minor collisions, particularly if the streets are slippery.
In the last few years, Winnipeg has used an anti-icing product to treat bridges and underpasses, since they typically frost up faster than a normal roadway. The brine spray keeps bridge decks from becoming slippery and helps prevent snow from bonding to the pavement, which makes it easier for plows to scoop it up later.
Boyd said current policy restricts its use to regional streets. The city plans to do a pilot project to see if the spray makes a difference on bus routes and streets that feed into major arteries, he said.
This winter, the city hopes to make plowing more efficient after council approved enacting a 12-hour daytime and 12-hour overnight parking ban on residential streets.
"There's going to be a bit of a lag, if you will, before we're able to cover all streets," Boyd said. "There's bound to be an increase in crashes or in fenderbenders."


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my dad is 61, diagnosed with cc july 05 - had resection in autumn of last year and we were told that all the cancer had gone. my dad has just had a ct scan this wk which picked up enlarged lymph glands (not around primary site but elsewhere as lymph nodes around primary site were removed). they think this could be due to an infection - my dad has a raised temp and so has been prescribed anti biotics, however there appears to be some concern that the swelling could be due to cancer cells in the glands. I am so worried. my dad goes to see the dr on monday to discuss the situation. I feel plunged back down into a state of despair, i hope that it is just infection however i am worried. the dr my dad is now seeing is not the surgeon who performed the op as we live too far away to visit him regulary. the dr he is seeing now is quite negative - he keeps saying things like 'it is highly likely that the cancer will come back' 'you cannot be cured from this type of cancer' and 'if there is anything that you really want to do do not put it off' etc..etc..
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