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I am 32 years old . I recently lost 25 lbs doing Zumba!! I have always had small breasts but at least before breast feeding two children they were small but perky ... Now sad small and saggy .. I am very scared of surgery doctors etc.. Always thinking the worse case scenario . I have done a ton of research . Lost my excess weight and finally found a surgeon I trust . My surgery is scheduled for June 24th !! I am super excited at this point . All anxiety is gone . I want it to be the day already !! I am nervous about the size . I don't want to go to big or to small ....
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I am 32 years old . I recently lost 25 lbs doing...
Post op appointment tomorrow !!
Very excited / anxious for my post op appointment tomorrow!! I'm just a little nervous on the size to choose. Hoping doctor can help with suggestions . Other than that I'm just ready!! :)) so excited !!
Addicted to your reviews lol
I have to say this site is AMAZING !! Having a forum of women all going through the same journey is wonderful ! I can't stop reading ..
Zumba with new boobies?!
Do any of you ladies do Zumba or any other type of dance related excercise ? I recently lost 25 lbs doing Zumba and got my cerification to be an instructor ! I have alway worked out but zumba has totally changed my life ! It's the most effective exhilarating fun work out ever !! So I lost my weight .. Back almost to high school weight !! Yes I love Zumba !! Talked hubby into the whole new booby thing ;) married for 18 years . The man didn't want to give up on the old girls .. Lol .. Had to ensure him their not leaving only being updated ;) anyway now I'm so worried about them being awkward or to big to do my Zumba ... It's a lot of dancing jumping etc... I'm over thinking this maybe .. Just wondering if there are any other Zumba sisters out there with any advice .. Also very worried about gaining weight while not being able to work out post surgery:/
Before pix
Geesh lookin at these pix is a reality check ... My poor girls need some help . Breast feeding just well .. Ya .. Was well worth it but now mommy needs some help ...
Post op appointment done !! More excited than before!!
Went to my post op appointment today !! Went so good !! So we have settled on a bilateral lift with 400 cc mentor gel implants . Doc says this will leave me a 38 C- 34D range !! Under the muscle . I am so excited !! And he is going to lipo the little fat on the top sides of my boobs just to make them perfect , and at no extra charge :)) soooo happy !!!! Love love love my doctor !! If in the LA area I suggest calling Dr.Bresnick ! Call ahead cause he is booked !!Had to wait a month for consult and another. Month for surgery . But now it's less than two weeks away !! I am soooooo happy :)))
The day is almost here.. Getting nervous
I am scheduled for surgery Monday June 24th check in 6am ! It's almost time ... Getting nervous/excited ! Can't wait to see the results ! Will post pix of my results as soon as I can ! I am a 34 b and will be getting 400 cc silicone implants under the muscle . Doctor says I will be a 38C/34D after .... Can't wait !
Clock is ticking ...almost time !!
I'm getting so anxious . I'm so thankful for this forum , not only for all the great advice and insight but also the support from all the ladies is great . Beyond that it is helping me pass the time in between cleaning Etc.. I already cleaned my whole house , shopped , and picked up my prescriptions . FYI I don't have insurance and was very worried about the cost of the prescriptions . I got everything all four medications at Costco for 38.00 and you don't even have to be a member . Anyway I'm going to go cook or give my dogs a bath . . Trying to keep from going nuts ! Lol . Hope y'all are having a great weekend
Holy moly tomorrow at this time I will be checking in for surgery !!
Tomorrow is the big day ! So anxious to see my new Tatas!! Ahhh .. !!!! Getting nervous . Hoping I didn't pick them to small or big . Well the doctor made his suggestion and I trust him , I just don't want to be disappointed as he is very conservative with his work . Which is one of the reasons I chose him . None of his before and after look ridiculous or fake . He has a great artistic hand ... Just nervous . Once it's done it's done ... Eeek!!
Thanks for all the well wishes
Thanks for all the support ! I hope I responded to everyone who sent me messages . Sometimes I get a little confused on where I'm positing . But I so appreciate all the well wishes! Wanted to thank you all again ! Also wishing everyone else going in tomorrow the best of luck !! Xoxo .I will update you all again as soon as I possibly can .. Eeek 6 am check in !!! Good night all
I'm home !! All went well ! Thank God!!
Just got home from surgery . I was a little sick to my stomache when I came out and of course sore but all in all not so bad . My doctor is super sweet and his staff was amazing ! I just can't wait to see them !! Taking my meds and relaxing !
Doctor just called to check on me:)
Such a wonderful doctor . He just called to check on me even though I will be seeing him first thing In The morning . Dr Bresnick is the best !
Post op appointment went great !!
Post op appointment went great ! I feel like grabbing my doctor and kissing him !! I am in love with my new boobies . Still in very little pain . Of course keeping up with my pain meds . I swear getting my wisdom teeth removed hurt a 100x's more than this does . There tight of course but so so awesome !! Doc listened to me and fulfilled my every wish ! I was originally only getting 400 cc because of the limited amount of skin I have to work with . But he was able to squeeze in 450 cc high profile mentor gel ! I'm in love !!
My stats
I forgot to add I'm 5'3 and 140 lbs got 450 cc mentor silicone high profile . I love them !
Feeling great !!
Still feeling great ! Pain is getting better. I am still on the Percocet . I'm going to try to switch to Motrin or Tylenol tomorrow . Just trying to take it easy for these first couple days . All in all I'm feeling great ! I had. Bilateral lift with 450cc high profile mentor silicone implants . I am in love with my new girls :)
Starting to feel cabin fever
Being cooped up is making me a little crazy. . But other than that all is well . Just trying to take it easy until doctor gives me the go ahead to get back to normal activities . Staying On my Percs is keeping my pain under control but also helping me stay calm so I can relax . Other than that all is well . Still loving my girls :) hope all is well in Boobie land and everyone is healing well .
Second post op appointment
Went to the doctors this
Morning . I almost puked on the way there not sure why I have been getting sick to my stomache the last couple days . I'm cutting my Percocet pill in half and don't think I even need them anymore . I finally went to the bathroom this morning ! Must say that was more irritating than the pain of my boobs . I'm pretty regular so not going for 3 days I was feeling terrible . I finally took an exlax last night . I really didn't care at that point if it was advised or not .. They say only take stool softener ya well that wasn't working and I was desperate ... And it worked . I only took half . Other than that some stitches were removed and sterile strips applied . I was shown how to massage them more so they will soften up . They are feeling pretty good and I am so in love with my new girls . I can't stop looking in the mirror . Lol . They are beautiful ! I am so happy with my results . They are still a little bruised but that will heal . I was so happy when I finally got to see my incisions . I had the bilateral lift / lolly pop . So I expected the downward scars to be all the way to the bottom Of my breast and its not . It's only like an inch or less more like the lollipop stick when it's broken off .! Anyway just wanted to update ! Hope all is well on booby land And everyone is healing well
Morning . I almost puked on the way there not sure why I have been getting sick to my stomache the last couple days . I'm cutting my Percocet pill in half and don't think I even need them anymore . I finally went to the bathroom this morning ! Must say that was more irritating than the pain of my boobs . I'm pretty regular so not going for 3 days I was feeling terrible . I finally took an exlax last night . I really didn't care at that point if it was advised or not .. They say only take stool softener ya well that wasn't working and I was desperate ... And it worked . I only took half . Other than that some stitches were removed and sterile strips applied . I was shown how to massage them more so they will soften up . They are feeling pretty good and I am so in love with my new girls . I can't stop looking in the mirror . Lol . They are beautiful ! I am so happy with my results . They are still a little bruised but that will heal . I was so happy when I finally got to see my incisions . I had the bilateral lift / lolly pop . So I expected the downward scars to be all the way to the bottom Of my breast and its not . It's only like an inch or less more like the lollipop stick when it's broken off .! Anyway just wanted to update ! Hope all is well on booby land And everyone is healing well
Omg this recliner just gave out & dropped me back squishing my car
I can't believe my damn recliner just totally fell backwards to the floor and smashed my cat . I've been laying here so carefully to not hurt myself . My poor cat was under it and was screaming ! I couln't even get up o help her . Thank God my kids were in the room and able to get up and save the cat .... Really ?!!! Smh ...
A little nervous but all in doing well
I notice some clear liquid oozin from my incision tape this morning .. Not sure if that is normal . Very little I've been following the instructions as to washing and replacing the tape daily . After I showered and retaping I haven't noticed any more. Has anyone else had this ? Gosh everything was going so smoothly ... I have a doctor appointment in the morning I just hope everything is okay . I've been so extremely careful following all instructions but I went out yesterday and didnt massage them for about 5 hours & it was so hot out it was Terrible but by the time I got home they were hard as a rock . My doctor instructs me to massage every two hours.... So hard to do I'm tired of it already . It doesn't hurt but it's not the best feeling either ...
Forgot to post pix of progress 6 days post op
6 days post op . My right boob is giving me more roeublw thank left ... But I think they are healing well . Doctor appointment tomorrow .
Darn it messed up again .. Pix post op day 6
Post op day 6 right boob more bruised and painful than left ..
7 days post op 450 cc under muscle high profile gel
7 days post op appointment went well . They said I'm healing fine . The clear yellowish discharge is Normal . Thank God ! I cried yesterday when I saw it . I'm a cry baby anyway but I've really been on an emotional roller coaster . Being trapped In the house and not being able to do anything is driving me crazy . Plus bloated and feeling yucky from not being able to work out :/ but I got the go ahead to drive today ! Hurray, just still no cleaning or lifting ...
Day 9 post op
Feeling better . Still not very energetic & very tight still . Can't shine if I had home any bigger . I'm feel like I'm beast feeding but with no baby to suck out the milk and relive the pressure . I take pain meds maybe once a day . If needed at all . I have still been taking the Valium at night . Just to relax the muscles and help me sleep . I'm a tummy sleeper so it has been very challenging to say the least sleeping on my back . The recliner has helped a lot but its still hard for me . My back is aching ! Anyway . Everything is healing well . Another post op appointment Friday . They weren't kidding when they said I was going to be tired o seeing them lol . But my doctor is very good and just being cautious . Just sucks cause its am hour drive to my PS and has is not cheap either ... Anyway hope y'all I'm booby land are healing / doing well . Have a safe and happy Fourth of July ! Xo
Okay I'm not updating with my phone anymore . It'll these dang spelling errors and of course I post and then read like a dork
I hate Mis spelling crap . At first I was blaming it on the Percocet but ... This phone drives me nuts it has a mind of its own ... I can't imagine If I'd gone any bigger * not shine .. WTf..* breast feeding not beast feeding my gosh. .* relieve not relive .. I meant Gas isn't cheap. There are more errors but what ever lol . That's one of my pet peeves and I'm totally killing it on here . Sorry people .. Trying to help with these posts and sounding quite stupid at times ... Anyway .. Talk to you all soon ;) have a good day!
Omg I even messed up the subject line again ..... ^
Lord have mercy .. I'm just going for blaming it on being a blonde at this point ... Smh ...
Feeling pretty good today not as much pressure
Woke up this morning and usually when I sit up in my recliner and then go to stand I feel all the pressure and discomfort in my chest right away . Today not so much ! Ya!! I can't wait to be back to normal and get to just enjoy my new Tatas :) on a brighter note I went to work yesterday just for a couple hours . I do real estate so .. I make my own hours but anyway it felt so good to be able to rock a dress I would not have worn ever before :) hope everyone is healing well and enjoying their new boobies !! Happy Fourth of July !!
Still to hard doctor says
Docs giving me 11 more days of massaging to see if they soften if not medication may be required . Other than that all is healing well and I'm feeling much better
Feeling pretty good
2 weeks today post op and feeling pretty good . Still worried about what the nurse said about them being to stiff. Still massaging every 2 hours. To me they feel pretty soft just the bottom is a little stiff but the doctor had to create more skin by making me a new crease and I had very little skin so I was limited on the size of implant ... I figured they would be stiff for a while . I'm only concerned because the nurse made me concerned ... Other than that I'm feeling good ! Just can't wait to heal all the way and get back toy daily routine ..
Slept only side in my bed felt so good
Finally slept on my bed not the recliner .. On my side . Had to switch sides a few times but felt great to be back in bed . Still massagingevery two hours as instructed . Getting tired of playing with my boobies .lol never thought I would say that .
Can't wait to be able yo wear regular bra
4 weeks in this. My skin is to tight so from the beginning my doctor has had me in loose sports bra .. Nothing tight they tell me the Bali they gave me or something similar found these at Walmart two for 10. Can't wait to go bra shopping :)
Lmao I just got my first show me your boobs sign
Lol well I don't know if its just the new set but I ain't never got that sign before ! I look over and a car full of teens has a sign up show me your boobs ! I starting cracking up . My daughter looks up and puts her pointer finger up and motions the kids and says turn around ! I don't think so .. Oh I couldn't stop laughing .... Oh welcome to the booby club :) I told my husband he laughed and said you should have showed them ! They would have passed out from the scars ,, teach them a lesson .. Oh I laughed harder ! Good news the laughing doesn't hurt today ! Happy recovery to all !! What we do for beauty & boobies:)
Forgot to Ad I'm having that darn burning sensation like sunburn on the skin I have heard mentioned
Burning sensation like sunburn .. Very irritating .
Nothing new today
Nothing new today . Wish I could find someone who has pix of my same type of scars .. Everyone who had it done same day had different incisions . Everyone else's look great mine look like Frankenstein boobies :/ can't wait to heal and hoping this double bubble goes away .. Thininkg it's maybe here to stay. .. I can live with it . I was aware of the fact this may happen .. Was just hoping for the best . I had to have my natural crease lowered to make more available skin ... I am happy that they didn't have to do the whole incision down as they had originally told me but they look weird to me .. Still better than before . I know they will change with time ..
I'm itching
MY girls are itching at the incision site . I know their healing but man is its annoying ... Also I cant stop eating and not allowed to even walk .. I have to stop !
3 week check up
Three week check up went good . Saw the doctor this time and he said everything looks good :) they are still a little stiff he says, so he asked if I would be opposed to taking accolate to help the muscle soften up a bit . He said I didn't have to but if I were his family member he would advise it . It will just help to relax the muscle and let everything settle to get the best results . So I reluctantly agreed . I don't like taking medicine but I guess I didn't get these boobies from nature so I have to follow along with the doctors advice . I normally take a holistic approach to things . Don't like the pharmaceutical companies ... I do trust my doctor though and so I will listen to his advice . That is why I chose him . He says everything should heal well . I'm hoping the little crease line goes away from my old natural crease line that had to be lowered to create more skin . . I know from reading other reviews here and other research that its up to my body on how it heals . The doctor has done his best and that I am sure of . I don't love the crease mark .. But only time will tell . At least the healing process is going well . I've been released ! Lol ! To go back to my normal activities and go Bra shopping ! Hurray that's a relief . But I knew I was ready . You have to use common sense and listen to your body . If it Hurts even a little stop !! Hope everyone is doing well :)
Feeling good
Everything is going well . I was able to sleep on my tummy last night , a little elevated still but nome the less wonderful . I went to six flags. Was a little nervous about how the girls were going to do or feel on the roller coaster . I love roller coasters ! They did great ! No pain no issues what's so ever . I am not however able to do my beloved Zumba yet :/ tried yesterday and all the jumping is still not to comfortable . Surprised me because I thought I was fine . Nothin really hurts at all anymore . Once in a while ill get a shooting pain but not very often .. I'm a firm believer in listening to your body . So I will just take it easy until it feels okay to do it . I am Able to walk , do elliptical and bike . The whole moving of the chest muscle thing still scares me . I do certain things and can feel the Muscle like moving the implant . Very strange feeling . Anyway that's my update . Hope all is well with everyone in booby land:)
Frustrated regretting BA
I'm just really frustrated . I keep seeing everyone's boobs on here and I'm just like only me . You all look great mine well .. The crease is not filling in .. I have nasty stretch marks from where it is trying to fill but not and my nipples look crazy and well ugly ! I want to cry everytime I think about it but I keep trying to be optimistic that they will change ... I loved them in the beginning .. After the swelling went way down :/ and everything started settling ... Not so much . I wish they were bigger , which I already knew I was restricted in size and had accepted that but never realized the possibility of the outcome I have . You can totally see my old crease line ! It's so ugly ! My nipples gosh I don't think they will ever be the same and one looks off to me like the top he cut at the wrong angle .. Frustrated just hoping they look better with time .. All I can say is really know what your getting in to cause there is no return policy :/ I am happy that I'm healthy though . I keep remembering the other girl on here who had surgery the same day ,out of the country and had to have her implants removed .. If I had to remove these now I would be completely ruined .. I am thankful for what I have I'm just frustrated .. Hoping they settle in ..
I am not 2 months post op don't know why it is saying that ^ only 5 1/2 weeks
Not 2 months post op^
Feeling better today
Feelin a bit better . It's that time of the month so I'm extra emotional and omg I've had the worse cycle I have ever had ! I am in soo much pain . Anyway it is what it is . I'm only making myself crazy worrying about my boobs all the time . So I am just going to keep using my lotions and massaging and hope for the best . . My doctored told me to just use aquaphor on my incisions .. Other people's doctor have given them really cool strips and stuff to help with the scarring .. My next appointment isn't until next week . I bought Mederma a while back cause a friend recommended it but she had hers many years ago I don't think they had the silicone strips then .. Just worried to buy any with out docs okay because I still have areas that aren't sealed together all the way .. I don't know why .. It's pissing me off cause he told me not to swim until their all the way closed .. I paid extra for combo passes to hurricane harbor for my family anticipating being way healed by now .. And no .. I love swimming .. Almost wish I would have waited until winter to do this :/ no Beach , lake , or pool side for me ... I would ask if anyone else has any opening looking areas almost 6 weeks post op but really not trying to sound pathetic but I've stopped trying to interact with others on here because well no one really responds to me or my post very often . This site is great for information though . I only hope me taking time to update and share my story and pix will help someone else . The same way it helps me . I love reading others stories . Even though lately I have been annoyed / envious of how pretty everyone else's boobies are looking and how fast they are healing .. Able to sleep on their stomach after 10 days .. Wtf I couldnt even side sleep for almost 2 weeks .. I'm still having trouble getting comfy on my tummy ... Everyone's experience is going to be different .. Anyway I'm going to try to do zumba today ! I know a lot of my depression stems from not being able to go and shake my tail feathers :) my hubby says gosh you were happier before you got boobs .. I cry a lot lately ..and of course I've gained 5 lbs :( but I have been eating candy and junk with these kids .. It's summer vacay .. Lol I always put on a few lbs this time of year so hey .. Hope you all are doing well . Take care .
Fogot today pix
Pix almost 6 weeks post op . Lollipop incision , crease reposition . 450 cc. High profile mentor silicone memory gel ..but in surgery he determined he could get away with not going all the way down the breast with the vertical incision . I call it the broken lolly pop stick lol
7 weeks post op appointment
Went to the doctors today . So he gave me the silicone strips to start using and says their will help the scars dramatically . Regarding my crease situation he says that he is probably going to have to liposuction fat from my thigh and inject it In my breast to fill in the crease line . He wants to wait until I'm about 3 or 4 months post op . He says its not a big deal . Out patient I can drive myself there and back and no charge for the procedure . He is not concerned he said I'm healing well and that is a simple fix .. No more accolate . He says they have softened up very nice . So hurray for no more medications ! I'm not happy about having to do another procedure but I have to say I'm relieved there is an easy fix .. Less stressed for sure !
Feeling good
All is well . Here are some update photos from today . I love the silicone scar strips I only take them off to shower and go to the gym . They are helping a lot !
Strapless dress . No bra! Feeling boobylicious lol
Love rockin these dresses with no bra ! So awesome!
New photo of the scar after using silicone strips
Thought I would add a photo of the incision after using the scar strips for a little over two weeks now . I love how much they are helping ! It's amazing!
Forgot to add my nipples are still swollen ..
I forgot to add that you can't tell in the previous pix but my nipples have not healed all the way. Doc says it will take 3-4 months .. They are being stubborn . What I mean by not healed is they still feel poofy like there is air in them .. When you push in my nipple you feel the space .. Feels weird but doc says its okay .. Just thought I would mention in case anyone else is experiencing the same issue.
Nothing really new
Hi all :) nothing new to report really . All is well . I only have slight discomfort from time to time . Usually when laying on my side at night .. I just move them around and their fine . Once in a while I get a little zinger . Which is good cause I'm told that's your body re wiring itself . I do still have some numbness in the very bottom of my left breast . My nipples are still poofy :/ hoping they will flatten out soon . I have to buy more silicone strips . I took them off to shower and one disappeared ... Not sure if the cats got it .. I had to text my kids at school yesterday and tell them to check their clothes and make sure my booby ring wasn't stuck to them .. Their super sticky little suckers .. Anyway hope all is well in booby land and everyone is healing nicely :)
Checking in
Scars are getting better . Nipples are still a little poofy .. I have to go probably next month to have the fat grafted from my thigh and injected in the crease line .. It is still there .. Not as much but none the less .. Still there . I will let you all know how that goes and if it is successful .
My nipples are itching !!
I don't know what the issue is but they are itching !! . My left one keeps getting dry and cracking . I stopped using the silicone strips cause they were driving me crazy. !! I don't know what the issue is ... Grr.. I'm trying not to scratch ...
Forgot update pix
You can obviously still see the line on the right one .. Left not as much .. Skin grafting probably next month . Doctor said around 4 month point ..
Hello Booby land !! I miss you guys ;) not much to report these days . I have come to a point where I love my boobs ! Even though they aren't perfect there a lot more perfect than they were... Lol ! I still have the crease line from my old crease . It has faded some I think and so does hubby . I need to call and schedule appointment with PS for fat graphing but I really don't have the motivation to do it ... I don't like doctors poking and proding at me .. Doc says most women would be happy to have fat sucked from their thighs ... Ya but not when you have to than shove it in my boob ugh .... And then he says no big deal you just won't where a bra for a couple weeks ... I know he doesn't realize but as a women that is not fun !! How do you get ready for work with no bra???? So I'm procrastinating ,,what I do best ... Anyway my scars are fading nicely which I'm happy about . My nipples though have been peeling and dry especially my right .. I was worried a bit than I thought about it and remembered my boobs do this anyway around the cold season duh! Lol . So I'm a happy girl all in all and when I look at my old pics I appreciate what I have now even more . Hope everyone is healing well ! Take care !
Hello booby land
Hello :) quick update . So I procrastinated because I am very good at that to go back to the doctor . I was supposed to go back around the 5 month mark to have fat graphed from my thigh to my boob to fill in the crease line left behind from my old natural fold . Well for once my procrastination paid off lol . It is naturally settling out now at almost 8 months post op . Also my nipples were not completely lined up with each other which was worrying me . They were right after surgery but as they settled they were off a bit . That has also fixed itself as they heal ! Yay! So went to my doctor for a check up this week and he says they look really good and are healing well . You can barely see the line from the old crease but he is going to have me back in 6 months he says he will add the fat anytime it's up to me if it bothers me . It doesn't now before the line was much more noticeable and I didn't like it one bit . Now you can barely notice it and hopefully it will go all the way away . I don't want to have to do anything I don't have to .. Doctor laughed at me and said most women like to have their fat sucked out .. Not this girl ;) I don't want to be poked at by any doctor. I'm super chicken I don't know how I got the nerve to go through with this surgery . Well yes actually I do ! Real self! This site was a wonderful support system . Also of course my doctor and his staff are amazing ! I would recommend Dr Bresnick 110%! I will post pix soon . My phone is screwed up so I have to take it with a regular camera blah .. Lol and upload , but I will so you guys can see the progression of the line fading . If anyone has any questions in always here even though I'm not updating much anymore, just because there isn't much to say ! Much love to all my booby buddies :) xo
Boobyversary!!!! Its been a year already!
My boobyversary !!!! Lol was yesterday !! I was so busy with work I didn't get a chance to post. Hope all is well in booby land. I am glad to report all is well with me and the girls. I am soo enjoying having boobs for the first time ! I do not regret it at all and would do it again in a heart beat. I never had the fat graft done the crease pretty much filled itself in . Its barely noticeable and I am not for getting procedures done that I dont absolutely have to do.. Boobies was an absolute lol !! Cant believe its been a year already .. gheez time flies. Well talk to you all later . Hugs and kisses to all my booby buddies!! xo
Over two years and still loving my boobies????
Just checking in . Looking through my pics .. Crazy how time flies . My boobs are settled in nicely . Scars are faded so is the indent from my old natural crease . They feel like I've always had them . No regrets except not doing it sooner !
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Václav Havel (1936–2011)—poet, playwright, and cherished first president of the Czech Republic—returned to the stage in 2008 with the new play Leaving (Odcházení). He adapted this absurdist comedy, in which an ex-government official tries to reenter his former life, for the screen. As the action unfolds on a rural estate, comparisons to Havel's own life become clear: "Before the 1989 Revolution, I had an idea for a character like King Lear, who loses power. It might have been the influence of the generation of 1968—the people who had been party members . . . after '68 they were thrown out and started to live ordinary lives, and they pretended that they didn't mind, but in fact they did"—Václav Havel. (2011, Czech with subtitles, DCP, 94 minutes)
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London (Jan. 13)
Mr. J. Ramsay Mac Donald, the British Prime Minister, who during his stay in America in 1929, saw a good deal of Mr. Felix M. Warburg (Mr. Warburg headed the Jewish Agency deputation which Mr. MacDonald received in New York, and two or three days later Mr. MacDonald and his party paid a visit to Mr. Warburg's estate at White Plains and had tea with him there), has through the Jewish Telegraphic Agency sent a telegram of congratulation to Mr. Warburg on the occasion of his 60th. birthday which occurs to-morrow. My heartiest congratulations to you on your 60th. birthday, the Premier writes. May your life still be long and your work prosperous.
Dr. Ch. Weizmann has sent the Jewish Telegraphic Agency the following message: It has been my privilege to work in close association with Mr. Felix M. Warburg for the past four or five years, and I should like on the occasion of his 60th. birthday to express my congratulations and warmest good wishes, together with my deep appreciation of the help and stimulus we have derived from him. His judgment and his generosity alike have been unfailing and it gives me great pleasure to acknowledge the debt of gratitude which I personally, and the Jewish Agency at large, owe him. We all trust that he may have before him many years of fruitful labour in the tasks which he has so auspiciously begun.
Heartiest congratulations to Mr. Felix M. Warburg on the auspicious occasion of his sixtieth birthday, Sir Herbert Samuel writes in a message which he has sent through the Jewish Telegraphic Agency.
Dr. Maurice B. Hexter, member of the Jewish Agency Executive, has sent the following message through the J.T.A.: It has been a profound inspiration to work alongside Mr. Warburg in the past several years. In him the Jewish people have a true leader. In common with the multitudes who know him only by name, I extend to him my cordial wishes for as many more years of service for his people, which is more needed now than ever. His kindness and judgment are unfailing.


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FULLERTON, D.Q. Rosenow: Community college English professor Liz Kiszely's half-page letter, "Free speech is out of balance" [Aug. 18], is built upon several liberal myths.
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The professor proffers that the U.S. Supreme Court has been "seduced by its own power to decree laws." Uh, no. Congress is the only federal source of laws. The highest court simply answers challenges, properly brought, upon such legislation's constitutional propriety. The court has no power to create law.
She states that in our America, "a fraction of 1 percent … holds all of (the) wealth." Even were so preposterous a piece of hyperbole to be so, are we to presume that those having it did not fairly come by it? Is our professor implying that those earnings ought to be given over to those who have done nothing to deserve them?
The professor plainly has a problem with the Citizens United case, which held that individuals may pool their resources to advance a political cause. She analogizes such pooling to "money providing the escort service for power."
Presumably, her allusion is to a union arbitrarily gifting Democratic liberals with dues payers' money, flouting the fact that a great many of those captive clients oppose both the Democratic Left and their wacky schemes.
But, no, her clear target is evil corporations, which she correctly claims are focused, like a laser, upon earning money lawfully for their legions of owners, aka "investors." Where is the wrong or harm in that, especially when anyone is free to put skin in that game or pull it out at-will in an open market? (Try that in a union.)
The professor asserts that it is the onus of the Supreme Court to "balance the rights of all members within our society," even "those without food and a place to sleep." Nonsense.
Lady Justice holds a scale while blindfolded. She has no notion or curiosity (nor ought she) about who stands before her, whether princes or paupers. She weighs relevant evidence, determines probative facts and applies the law to those facts, absent preference or prejudice. That is the gravamen of "All men are created equal."
Gun laws strike target
LAGUNA HILLS, Charles Blek, president, O.C. chapter of Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun violence: The Register editorial "Itchy trigger finger" [Aug. 19] lists a number of responsible ways to reduce violence; however, its ridicule of the three gun bills mentioned shows an ignorance of prevention policies that have, and will, continue to save lives.
The editorial attacks California Senate Bill 53 (ammunition purchase regulation) without understanding that the Department of Justice will be able to cross-check persons who acquired ammunition with the Armed Prohibited Persons Systems to determine and apprehend illegally armed people buying ammunition.
SB396 is attacked (large capacity ammunition magazines) without understanding that the ability to fire a large number of bullets in a short period of time escalates the number of victims and lethality in any shooting (i.e. Tucson, Ariz., Aurora, Colo., etc.)
SB374 is attacked (assault weapon reform) even though a detachable magazine is a key military-style feature that enables the rapid reload and continuous fire of bullets that kill people very quickly.
There is a reason that our California gun mortality rate has decreased 52 percent from 1990-2010, and this decrease is 24 percent greater than the national average. Our responsible gun-violence prevention policies are a key component for this life-saving decline.
Madison got it right
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Peter Scalisi: Letter-writer Diane Johnson [Aug. 21] asks: "Is there an explanation?" to her own question of why an ordinary citizen needs a military weapon like the AK-47 or its counterparts. James Madison's brilliant essay in the Federalist Papers No. 46 contains the obvious answer.
Madison thoughtfully and clearly explains the basis for the Second Amendment and the freedoms that set America apart from other nations.
Regrettably, most Americans are not familiar with the Federalist Papers. Johnson also says: "[R]estrictions that inconvenience the innocent might be a small price to pay." As Benjamin Franklin said, "He who gives up liberty for security deserves neither." A timely statement in today's world.
Laguna loses out
COSTA MESA, Dee Storme: Letter-writer Lorna Shaw, "Laguna Beach aesthetics" [Aug. 17], says there is plenty of Laguna Beach parking. However, my friends and I have just decided not to attend any more events in Laguna Beach because we can never find a convenient parking space.
We have gone to the Pageant of the Masters every year for 16 years. We always made dinner reservations at a restaurant within walking distance of the Pageant to give us enough time to park, have dinner and then be in time for the show. Well, our last three outings to Laguna have soured any idea of attending anything there ever again. This year's Pageant of the Masters "outing" was, once again, spoiled because we had so much trouble finding a place to park.
Yes, there are parking spots – if you want to leave your car a mile or two from the venue. The horrors of the traffic congestion in every direction makes searching for a place to park even more frustrating.
Prison release solutions
IRVINE, Paul Kroesen: Thousands of prisoners will be released from overcrowded prisons and jails ["State gets no prison break," News, Aug. 6]. That is long overdue. There are much less expensive ways to punish/control those prone to error. In addition to costing a great deal to house, guard and feed prisoners, prison removes them from the workforce, where they could be self-sustaining and productive in the economy.
The very sizeable percentage found guilty of selling/using drugs are the least-dangerous to return to society, at least in terms of physical danger.
Using funds that are very generously paid to prison guards to employ more probation officers combined with use of the modern technical surveillance devices – think GPS bracelets – should keep them out of trouble.
Christians in Egypt
LA MIRADA, T.D. Proffitt: Finally, after several days of delay, the Register prints a story on page News 4 on Muslim persecution, vandalism and scapegoating of Coptic Christians in Egypt ["Islamists target Christians," News, Aug. 20]. Meanwhile, the White House, Congress and American Muslims remain largely silent concerning this. Why?
This should have been front-page news and condemned by our government and condemned by American Muslims.


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Not only is Yu Darvish tied for the most victories among rookies, he's the only pitcher with at least three starts at home to win all of them.
The Japanese right-hander seeks to improve to 7-0 in Arlington when the Texas Rangers and Detroit Tigers continue a three-game set Tuesday night.
Darvish (9-4, 3.45 ERA) can break a tie with Arizona's Wade Miley for the rookie lead in victories. There's a good chance he will do it since he's 6-0 with a 3.15 ERA in his first six home outings.
He's seeking his second three-start win streak overall after striking out a combined 19 in consecutive eight-inning efforts. Darvish gave up two runs and five hits Wednesday in a 4-2 win at San Diego.
This will be Darvish's second look at Detroit (36-37) after he gave up one run and a season-low two hits April 19 to earn a 10-3 victory.
While Darvish is perfect at home, his opponent Tuesday - fellow rookie Drew Smyly (2-2, 3.96) - is unbeaten on the road. Smyly, an Arkansas native who lives nearby in Dallas, is 2-0 with a 3.89 ERA in seven starts away from Comerica Park.
"I have a lot of family and friends coming in," Smyly told the Tigers' official website. "I have a lot of friends that actually live in Dallas. They've got jobs here, so they're all coming. It should be fun."
The left-hander hasn't pitched in the majors since leaving after three innings June 10 at Cincinnati with what manager Jim Leyland described as "the worst blister I've ever seen." He was placed on the disabled list four days later.
Smyly, who says the blister has healed, allowed three runs over two innings with Triple-A Toledo on Thursday in a 7-4 loss to Lehigh Valley.
He pitched well against Texas (45-29) on April 22, giving up one run over six innings in his third big league start - a 3-2, 11-inning loss.
Josh Hamilton went 3 for 3 with a homer off Smyly in that contest, and the Texas slugger - who leads the majors with 66 RBIs - is hoping to break out of a 2-for-16 slump. Hamilton ended an 11-game homerless drought in Monday's 8-2 loss, and he's 7 for 21 with three homers and seven RBIs in four games against Detroit this year.
Hamilton's seventh-inning two-run shot Monday only helped the Rangers avoid a shutout. The outcome was no longer in doubt after the Tigers scored five runs in the first inning in their 10th win in 15 games.
"We came out swinging, put some runs on the board early," Leyland said.
Detroit can reach .500 for the first time since it was 18-18 on May 15. The Tigers are in third place in the mediocre AL Central, just two games behind first-place Chicago.
Miguel Cabrera went 3 for 4 with three RBIs Monday, raising his career regular-season average against Texas to .378 - the highest among active players. He has nine homers, 18 doubles and 50 RBIs in 47 regular-season games against the Rangers and also went 8 for 20 with three homers in last year's AL championship series.
Rangers third baseman Adrian Beltre had three hits Monday, and he's 21 for 41 with three homers and 11 RBIs over his last 11 games.


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Karate is among the most official martial arts practiced today, next to Tae Kwon Do and Aikido. The majority of people understand what to anticipate when they walk into a karate school, they are generally not aware of exactly what exactly they desire to accomplish by practicing karate.
The reason for finding out karate largely depends on your circumstances and for that reason you need to choose the best karate school to attain your goals. For more click here. You may just be trying to find a way to safeguard yourself in case of an attack or you may have something else in your mind, for example, fitness or character development.
Keeping in view the common objectives of different systems of martial arts, 5 primary directions of learning this kind of martial arts have been recognized by the specialists:.
Physical conditioning & well being
Character and self-confidence advancement
Competitors training
Self-defense is probably the top reason that individuals discover karate. This aspect is likewise linked to confidence development because, if we know that we have the ability of safeguarding ourselves in a harmful circumstance, we feel great and safe and secure.
Fitness is another typical factor for a lot of individuals out there who want to find out karate. Although this objective is a little complicated because a number of karate teachers would inform you that you ought to not anticipate to regain your shape or physically in shape body by discovering karate, but you need to be in shape already in order to practice karate.
Still, it can be considered a crucial goal since karate does undoubtedly provide physical gains.Most karate schools also teach other qualities like discipline, focus, character building, dignity, and coordination.
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Winners never ever quit, quitters never ever win.
It is impressive how numerous people begin out in the martial arts along with their sights set firmly on getting a black belt. There are different viewpoints on how many really make it to see that coveted belt around their waist, but one thing is particular - If you stop on yourself, you'll never make it.
Exactly what is it which knocks people around enough with their martial training that they choose to quit on the goal of attaining black belt? Why don't the majority of people "stick with the planning, till they get to their first Dan?" Maybe ego gets in the way. It can be aggravating continuously being manhandled throughout your sparring matches if that is what takes place to you on a regular basis. This definitely can be de-motivating.
If this holds true, decide on one ability, or characteristic that you will focus on. Absolutely nothing is more aggravating to have the knowledge of how to defeat a move your challenger is aiming to pull on you, and not having the energy to make it happen. Like when you are grappling, and your conditioning is crappy. You might know ways to reverse the position, but your lungs offer out. Your out of breath for oxygen, and the claustrophobic shadow that begins to sweep over you when you are unable to obtain out from under the bottom can certainly be a cause to give up for many.
How about when sparring, and you always keep getting hit. Exactly where did that punch even originated from? I have been there lot of times, sadly with the headache that chooses it. Sparring with someone who is way out of my league. It can be motivating for some, to train with people far above their skill levels, and naturally you ought to do this as much as you can, however if you're taking an unneeded pounding, this should change.
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The International Importance of Low Tax Rates
No. 283
Wednesday, November 11, 1998
by Alan Reynolds
During the 1980s more than 50 countries including the United States and the United Kingdom sharply reduced their highest tax rates, particularly on capital. However, in the early 1990s most of the largest economies reversed course and began raising rates on income and payroll taxes or both. By the fall of 1991 an observant columnist for the Financial Times noted that, "In the early 1990s, the name of the game is raising taxes. The nostrums of the supply-siders look as dead as the celebrated dodo."
Rates were increased under President George Bush in the United States, Prime Minister Brian Mulroney in Canada, Chancellor Helmut Kohl in Germany and a seemingly endless series of prime ministers in Japan - all of whom were subsequently turned out of office.
However, the news about raising taxes must not have reached government leaders of the fastest growing economies of Asia, Africa and Latin America, many of whom continued to bring tax rates down - including, among others, Argentina, Bolivia, Botswana, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Hong Kong, India, South Korea, Malaysia, Mauritius, Mexico, New Zealand and Singapore.
The table shows changes in the highest individual tax rates for the largest G-7 economies and for 19 other countries that either kept their top tax rates at 20 percent to 35 percent throughout the 1990s or at least continued to move in the direction of reducing the steepest tax rates. As the last two columns show, the growth of real gross domestic product has been far more rapid among countries with low and/or falling tax rates.
When most G-7 countries did a U-turn and started putting tax rates back up, their economic growth slowed markedly, from an average of 2.9 percent in 1980-90 to an average of 1.7 percent in 1990-96.
Meanwhile, growth among the 19 tax-slashing economies generally accelerated, from an average of 4.5 percent in 1980-90 to an average of 5.8 percent in 1990-96.
Thus the gap between the average growth rates of these two groups widened from 1.6 percentage points in the 1980s to 4.1 percentage points from 1990 to 1996.
Fallout from the Asian Flu. Some of these "emerging economies" were recently mauled in the fallout from Asia's currency crises and capital flight (just as some were hurt by reverberations from Mexico's devaluation in late 1994). But it is not reasonable to blame regional or global financial crises on the policies of each affected nation, much less on low tax rates.
Until 1998 Hong Kong had not had a recession since 1975, and South Korea had not had one since 1980. The longer-term economic performance of these and other emerging economies has been quite extraordinary, with sustained economic growth of 5 percent to 8 percent a year. Despite the belated emphasis on what a few of the wounded "tigers" have done wrong, we must not forget what many of them did right . One thing they did right was to slash the highest marginal tax rates.
Incentives to Produce. The highest marginal tax rate on individual incomes is a very rough measure of marginal tax rates for the entire tax system. Moreover, the highest tax on individuals invariably sets a similar limit on the corporate tax rate. Under any coherent economic theory, higher marginal tax rates on productive effort and capital accumulation ought to result in less of such activity. If people do not respond to tax incentives, then they do not respond to price incentives either, which would leave economics adrift with nothing to say about anything. Taxes are an important part of the cost of production as well as the cost of living. If the marginal cost of taxes does not matter, then neither does the cost of labor, oil, credit or anything else.
People generally have to produce more to earn more, except in cases of theft or legal "rent-seeking" (buying government favors). It follows that any tax system which penalizes added income with high marginal tax rates must also penalize added output (growth of real GDP) .
The table also contains some rough "time series" evidence. Although the dates of tax reform vary, it is nevertheless possible to see dramatic improvement in economic growth rates since the late 1980s, when a number of Latin American countries (following Asia's lead) made deep cuts in their highest tax rates. Argentina, Bolivia, El Salvador and Peru are good examples.
Stopping Economic Decline. Such broad before-and-after generalizations are supported by case studies of the specific countries involved. One finding of such a country-by-country analysis is that many in the top list were in serious economic decline before they began cutting tax rates. These included South Korea in 1980, Mauritius in 1982, Singapore in 1985 and the four Latin American countries previously mentioned. Aside from the recent debacle in Asia, most of these countries have done remarkably well ever since their tax rates came down. In Hong Kong, the first to go to low tax rates, "sustained growth" means nearly five decades in which economic growth averaged about 7 percent a year.
A sharp reduction in marginal tax rates was certainly not the only policy change that may have accounted for improved economic growth. Progress also requires defined and secure property rights, unrestricted competition (which implies free trade), uncontrolled prices and (the most obvious lesson of 1998) sound money and transparent banking.
Conclusion. Although good tax policy alone does not ensure a good economy, world history offers no examples of economies that prospered with punitive tax rates. Governments, like companies, must compete in producing the most value at the lowest possible cost. Countries in which the marginal cost of government is relatively high find it more difficult to attract and retain physical capital, financial capital and human capital. Just as so-called "tax havens" attract investment and skilled immigrants, countries with punitive tax systems face chronic capital flight and brain drain.
In some countries in the top part of the table, taxes on trade (tariffs) were reduced. In others, such as Argentina, the monetary regime was changed. In still others, Social Security was privatized and the payroll tax burdens on employment thus were eased. But the one thing all of the fastest-growing economies of the past two decades have had in common is this: they either had very low tax rates to begin with or moved rapidly in that direction.
This Brief Analysis was prepared by Alan Reynolds, Senior Fellow and director of economic research at the Hudson Institute.


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Kishi Interviews Arne Josefsberg General Manager of Infrastructure Services in Windows Live Operations. He is responsible for the strategy, design and operation of the online infrastructure that forms the foundation for Microsoft's online businesses. His areas of responsibility include: global data centers, networks, hardware and operating systems standards; and foundational shared system level services such as caching, load balancing, DNS, Active Directory, back-up/restore, remote management access, content replication etc.
During Arne's 20 years with Microsoft, he has held technical leadership roles in a number of areas. His Microsoft career started as a Technical Manager on the team that built the Nordic subsidiary region business. Since then he has held management roles in Product Support Services leading OEM and ISV customer teams and OEM hardware compatibility certification; as well as leadership roles in Information Technology managing customer systems applications and IT infrastructure. As a member of the MSN 1.0 launch team, Arne gained early knowledge of the online services business building the dial-up access network as well as data center operations.
Prior to joining Microsoft, Arne worked in systems engineering at Intel Corporation specializing in CPU, operating system and software consulting for Nordic customers. Arne holds a Masters degree in Physics from the Lund Institute of Technology, Sweden.Outside of work he enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, as well as photography, reading and various forms of exercise including soccer, weight training and cycling. Arne shares some insight into the challenges faced when managing a global infrastructure and provides some tips for success.
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The U.S. Shouldn't Collaborate With Iran on Iraq
- By Michael SinghMichael Singh is a former senior director for Middle East affairs at the U.S. National Security Council.
As the Obama administration decides how to respond to the latest crisis in Iraq, one question that has come up is how to respond to Iran's offer to collaborate with the United States on the matter. Official U.S. reactions have been mixed, and initial discussions have reportedly already taken place on the margins of the P5+1 nuclear negotiations in Vienna. In Wednesday's Wall Street Journal, however, I argued that it would be a mistake for the United States to embrace Iran's offer to collaborate, or even to create the appearance that we are doing so through prominent bilateral talks on the matter. Not only will further Iranian involvement do little to stem Iraq's crisis — it could also make matters worse. As I note in the column, the US should want to see less, not more, Iranian involvement in regional conflicts, given Tehran's history of sowing instability and supporting terrorism.


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Sep 30, 2010
Anyone have any more pics of this A3 or know the owner? Thanks!
Its on air ride and has shiny wheels
Now that is lowww!
That is Mo's old A3, he no longer has it.
does that Shell have THIRTY SEVEN pumps?!
Do you happen to know his username?
Good spot!
No why? He had Rayvern kit on it along with a few other sets of wheels, what did you want to know?
Just wanted a few more shots. I'm trading in my mkV GTI for an A3 soon, and I happen to have the same wheels as he does on this pic. Wanted to see how the whole car looks, and rear fitment. Mine are tad more aggressive than what those seem to be though.
He's on edition38 username 'W5GON', I can't wait for my mk5, what spec is yours?
candy white, 2 door dsg...
test fitting rear fitment (not my wheels):
Gorgeous on the Monza II's, Gottis do nothing for me man.
Gottis aren't for everyone, but they have always been my favorite wheel. I have yet to see a mkV fitted with Gottis with an aggressive fitment... 17x9.5 et35 205/45, 17x10 et26 215/45. They will eventually end up on the A3, along with the suspension. The test fit wheels are Sterns... 17x10 et26 215/45.
Sorta found the owner of the A3 I was looking for over on e38... his name is AIR-ED.
Pretty decent rear fitment...
Oh its not Mo's then.
nice mk5 G
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While I have endeavored to be as correct as humanly possible, there could be some typographical errors
Newfoundland will books volume 3 pages 299 - 300 probate year 1872
|Will of James Randle
In re JAMES RANDLE: DECEASED.In the name of God Amen. I James Randle Senr of Fogo Planter in the Island of Newfoundland, being through the goodness of Almighty God of sound mind and memory but being aware of the uncertainty of human life, do make publish and declare this my last will and testament, that is to say,
First I recommend my soul to God who gave it and desire that my body may be decently buried in St. Andrews Church yard at Fogo. With respect to my worldly estate I give bequeath and dispose of it in the following manner after all my just and lawful debts are paid and discharged.
Second, I give and bequeath to my beloved daughters Mary Randle or Leat Julia Randle or Downer and Caroline Randle or Downer the sum of one dollar each to be raised and levied out of my estate-
Third I give and bequeath to my sons George Randle and Eli Randle the sum of one dollar each to be raised and levied out of my estate-
Fourth, I give and bequeath to my grandson George Downer the sum of one dollar to be raised and levied out of my estate-
Fifthly I give and bequeath to my son Levi Randle my fishing room at Fogo at presently occupied by me bounded on the south by William Downers Room, on the east & north by the water of the harbour on the west by the Room of Randle & Tizzard and the publick road- also I give and bequeath to my son Levi Randle aforesaid the rest and residue of my personal estate of whatsoever kind and not hereinbefore given and including all my debts monies, boats, nets, stores &c- &c. I likewise constitute make and ordain Levi Randle aforesaid the sole executor of this my last will & testament by him freely to be possessed and enjoyed. In witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand and seal this twenty third day of August A.D. one thousand eight hundred and sixty nine.
James his X mark Randle, Senr. Signed sealed published pronounced and declared by the said James Randle Senr (after having been read over and fully explained to said James Randle) as his last will and testament in presence of us and in the presence of each other have hereunto subscribed our names, witnesses
Robert Scott, Thomas J. Lucas, Mary Maud Scott.
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D. M. Browning


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WEEKEND: Port Townsend Community Orchestra set to perform Saturday
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Along with conductor Dewey Ehling, the Port Townsend Community Orchestra's players are at it again, offering a night of free music in the Chimacum High School auditorium, 91 West Valley Road, at 7:30 p.m. Saturday.
This pops concert — the last of the orchestra's season — is all about show tunes, with classics from the Lerner & Loewe, Gershwin, Richard Rodgers, Victor Herbert and Marvin Hamlisch songbooks.
Maestro Ehling, who assembled the program of 20th-century music, will give a short talk on it at 6:45 p.m. Saturday. Then, mezzo-soprano Vicki Helwick of Port Angeles will join the musicians as the evening's soloist and narrator.
"It is always fun for us to play show music, and Vicki will be a real show stopper," Ehling said of his guest artist.
Among the songs on Helwick's list are Gershwin's "Someone to Watch over Me," "Wouldn't It Be Loverly" from "My Fair Lady" and Herbert's "When You're Away."
"Once again, Dewey has put together a great program," Helwick said of Ehling, who has led the Port Townsend Community Orchestra for 19 years now.
For Helwick, Broadway music is completely energizing. Singing it "doesn't feel like work to me," she said.
To find out more about the organization and its 58 musicians, visit www.PortTownsendOrchestra.org.
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Jeep Wrangler, 1997-06
Convertible Top and Convertible Top Parts
Includes the soft fabric top, new framework, bows, hardware and all accessories necessary for a new top installation, or convert your Jeep from a hard top to a soft top. It comes with easy to follow instructions, tinted vinyl windows, convenient zippered storage pockets, soft top storage bag and an Off Road Organizer that is custom designed with Jeep owners in mind to hold your owners manual, tools, motor vehicle registration, repair records and other important papers.
+ Re-engineered bow system-easy to use and folds down when the top is not in use.
+ Uses factory mounting positions for an easy installation.
+ Zipper storage pockets located in each top front corner for extra storage of smaller items.
+ Windows zip out.
+ Includes window and soft top storage bags.
+ Rear tailgate bar that has a custom made tonneau for protecting valuables and sealing your top.
B.) The 1997-2006 JEEP Wrangler Replacement Soft Top:
+ Fade resistant marine grade, wick-stop thread-Seals the stitch to repel moisture, longer life without color fade.
+ Self correcting zippers on all door windows. Zippers runs smooter and last longer.
+ Rear windows zip out completely.
+ Door panels have a double adjusting system that ensures a snug, tight fit.
+ Includes fabric/glass only. Original equipment soft top hardware and door frames required for installation.
+ All soft top seams are sealed for a weather tight fit.
1997-2006 JEEP Wrangler Accessories:
Soft Top Quick Disconnects (set of four):
+ Replace factory bow attachment on 97-06 Jeep Wrangler with quick disconnects.
+ Easily remove original equipment bow system with quick release pins.
+ Complete set for each bow mount.
+ Constructed of durable corrosion resistant aluminum for added strength and long life.
1997-2006 JEEP Wrangler Soft Top Storage Boot:
+ Protects the soft top from sun when its folded down.
+ Snaps down over the soft tops and bows.
+ Available in Grey, Denim Black, and Spice color.
1997-2006 JEEP Wrangler Tinted Window Replacement Kit:
+ Kit includes 2 quarter side windows and rear window.
+ Fits our soft tops only.
+ Dark tint keeps Jeep cool on hot days and protects the interior.
1997-2006 JEEP Wrangler Mesh Screen Window Replacement Kit:
+ Open air feeling with full top security.
+ Fits our tops only.
+ Kit includes 2 quarter side windows and rear window.
1997-2006 JEEP Wrangler Window & Door Storage Bags:
+ Protect windows while they are zipped out of top.
+ Window bag stores and protects side windows and framed soft upper doors.
+ Includes foam padding to prevent scratching.
Parts in this category (Jeep Wrangler) fit cars for years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006.
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Education experts have long advocated for parents to keep their kids engaged in learning over the summer – when skills picked up during the school year can get rusty.
That "summer slide" can be especially tough on students from families who can't afford quality summer programs. To combat this loss, state Sen. Vincent Hughes has organized the Save Our Skills summer reading program – a free, four week summer literacy program where students receive a free breakfast and lunch while sharpening their reading skills with certified teachers.
Program sponsors include the Philadelphia Eagles, the Free Library of Philadelphia, the Children's Literacy Group, Treehouse Books, and the Philadelphia School District.
"Research shows that children fall behind during the summer months when they're not engaged. So programs like this are part of the solution," said Raymond Jackson, a 4th grade literacy in the program who usually teaches 7th grade reading at Birney Preparatory Academy Charter School.
"If we constantly push students to push themselves, you'll see a big difference the upcoming school year," he said.
Save Our Skills teachers are counted as volunteers, but receive a $1,000 stipend after completing the four week program.
In total, the program cost roughly $20,000, which Hughes raised from private donors to fund teacher stipends and buy supplies.
Nine-year-old Omari Diaz, who just finished 3rd grade at Martha Washington elementary in West Philadelphia, loves that the program keeps him busy over the summer.
"We read a lot," Diaz said. "We get to draw and we get to listen to cool stories." If not for the program, he says he'd be "sitting at home being bored."
Kalima Owens, 9, who attends Cassidy Elementary in Overbrook, echoed that sentiment. She says the program is a lot more fun than her year-round coursework – less pressure, smaller classes, more one-on-one interaction.
"It's going to help me a lot because sometimes," Owens said, "I stumble over some words when I'm reading, and I need help with that."
Nefertiti White, who usually teaches at Joseph Pennell Elementary in Olney, says summer slide doesn't just pertain to students.
"We do have a summer slide as well, we want to watch TV, want to relax, but I figured this is a way to keep practicing the interaction with students and plus you get to see what other kids are doing from other areas."
Save Our Skills – which begins its second week today– runs Monday through Thursday from 9 am to 12 pm at West Philly High, Ethel Allen Elementary in Strawberry Mansion and Cook-Wissahickon Elementary in Roxborough.
The program is enrolling to students who are entering grades 1-5 and is free to students from all economic backgrounds.
Parents can either register children on site, online, or by phone at 215-879-7777. A little less than half of the program's 300 spots remain available.
Tiffany A. Wilson, Hughes' director of constituent services hopes families will apply the lessons of this program year round.
"We have to constantly remind parents and our young people that learning isn't just during the day from 9-3 when they're in school," she said. "They need to be learning at home. They need to be reading at home, in the evening, on the weekends."
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ORLANDO — U.S. Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings and former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush rallied the troops Thursday, telling a supportive crowd that their often-unpopular visions of reform are the best path to modernizing schools.
"The world is much more interconnected, much more technologically advanced and it is much more interdependent," Bush told a packed ballroom at a Disney resort. "And yet our education system is an eight-track system living in an iPod world."
The duo delivered brief, keynote addresses at a summit organized by the Foundation for Excellence in Education, which Bush formed last year.
Among the 400 guests expected to attend over two days were dozens of policy wonks who believe more school choice and testing can help deliver a higher quality education to more students.
Spellings mounted a vigorous defense of No Child Left Behind.
"It's right and it's righteous," she said.
Spellings was a leading architect of the 2002 federal law, which initially won broad, bipartisan support but has since come under withering, bipartisan fire. It requires every state to annually test students in math and reading, and to break down results by race and income level. High-poverty schools that don't meet federal standards face consequences
Spellings called No Child a "game changer" because it has forced schools to take a hard look at who is and isn't succeeding — and what is and isn't working.
In Florida, Bush began installing his brand of accountability three years before No Child. Between 1999 and 2007, he led the charge for vouchers, charter schools, school grades and teacher merit pay — all topics for discussion at the summit.
The result: Angry teachers, frustrated parents, a still-smoking battle over vouchers and national test score gains that are among the country's biggest.
Speaking with reporters later, Bush weighed in on three proposed constitutional amendments, all education related, that are set for statewide vote in November.
Bush allies on the Florida Taxation and Budget Reform Commission led the effort for two of them, which would rewrite language in the state Constitution that courts used to strike down the first of three Bush-backed voucher programs.
If passed, Amendments 7 and 9 would shift the policy debate over vouchers back to the Legislature, where Bush says it should be.
Bush also favors Amendment 5, which would eliminate local property taxes for schools, but require the Legislature to replace the funding through higher sales tax, budget cuts or other revenue sources.


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This year's Samsung Africa Forum begins in Cape Town next week. The 4-day event which holds on March 13– 17 will showcase the latest innovations across all of the global corporate brand's latest, innovative Smart products, as well as other exciting AV, IT, Mobile, Home Appliance and Digital Imaging developments.
Samsung began its Africa Forum in 2010 to achieve its objective of growing its business in Africa to $10 billion by 2015.
At this year's event, Samsung would also be announcing its key milestones on its footprint across Africa as well as its strategy for Africa in 2013 and beyond. The global giant promises to provide "a detailed insight into our product journey, our business strategy, ongoing activities, and our vision for the future".
Samsung plans to launch its flagship smartphone, reportedly, a Galaxy phone, in New York on March 14 and the forum would also give consumers first-hand exposure to the latest innovative technology products from Samsung and insight into key trends within the consumer electronics space.
The strategy behind the forum is geared to allow business partners and associates, media and government as well as consumers to experience the brand.
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July 23, 2014
HOUSTON - The University of Houston track and field program mourns the loss of Cougar great Mark Baughman who passed away recently.
Baughman was a three-year letterwinner for the Cougars, and in his senior season he won the 1979 NCAA Indoor Championship in shot put.
"Mark was very instrumental in the foundation of our program here at Houston during the Tom Tellez era," track and field head coach Leroy Burrell said. "He led the team to its first southwest conference indoor championship in 1977. He was instrumental in developing several outstanding performers in the throws events as a coach and really touched every athlete."
In addition to being a national champion, Baughman was also a three-time Southwest Conference Champion (shot put 1977, 1979 and discus 1978) as well as being named to the 1979 NCAA All-American Team.
Baughman still holds the school record in the shot put with a throw of 19.57m (64'-2.5").
In 1983, Baughman returned to his alma mater as an assistant coach under Tom Tellez. He coached the men's throws athletes and held the position until 1990.
"He was one who I confided in when I was a student-athlete here. He will be greatly missed," Burrell said.


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NBA All-Star Stephen Curry to Host 4th Annual ThanksUSA Golf Tournament
Charity golf outing raises funds for military families; Event hosted at the prestigious TPC Harding Park
Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry will take his annual ThanksUSA Golf Tournament presented by The Ron Conway Family to TPC Harding Park on Monday, Sept. 22. The fourth annual marquee event will again raise funds for ThanksUSA, a national non-profit that provides need-based scholarships to the children and spouses of active-duty military personnel. The charity's national spokesperson since 2010, Curry was recently awarded the NBA's 2014 KIA Community Assist Seasonlong Award, which recognized his commitment to supporting ThanksUSA and giving back to his community.
This is the first year that the Stephen Curry ThanksUSA Golf Tournament will be held at TPC Harding Park, the future location of the PGA Championship and the Presidents Cup, and a member of the PGA TOUR's acclaimed Tournament of Players Club network of courses. A municipal course owned by the City of and County of San Francisco, TPC Harding Park has played host to several stars in the golf world including Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, and John Daly.
"I am thrilled that we are able to play at TPC Harding Park this year," said Curry. "It shows how the tournament has grown over time and gives us an even better opportunity to raise money to help another crop of ThanksUSA scholars. My career started with a scholarship that gave me the opportunity to play basketball at Davidson College, and I have come so far since then. I am proud to know that our contributions here help students to keep dreaming big and give them a boost that helps them reach their full potential."
Over the past four years, Curry's work and advocacy for ThanksUSA have raised $120,000 for a total of 40 scholarships benefiting the spouses and children of active-duty military. During this year's tournament, ThanksUSA will be honoring 16 Stephen Curry Scholars. In addition to Curry, other celebrity participants in the tournament will include NBA legend Dell Curry, Curry's Golden State Warriors teammates, sports and entertainment VIPs, military members, California political personalities, local community leaders and corporate representatives.
"Stephen is a great role model, both on and off the basketball court," said ThanksUSA CEO Bob Okun. "With all that Stephen continues to do for military families through ThanksUSA scholarships and this tournament, it's no surprise that Stephen was awarded the 2013-14 Seasonlong Kia Community Assist Award. He helps make dreams happen."
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Ferrari's Felipe Massa is aiming high ahead of this weekend's Chinese Grand Prix as he seeks to extend his run of points finishes.
Whilst stopping short of singling Ferrari out as favourites for the win, Massa believes the Italian team is capable of another strong result at the Shanghai International Circuit following some simulator work at Maranello last week.
"We are well prepared for China and we will have all the updates we hoped to bring with us in Shanghai, after work in the factory and the simulator last week," he said.
"I hope this translates into a further performance improvement on track. Shanghai is a very nice track with a variety of corner types and fast straights, so you definitely need a car that works well in the fast sections."
Massa also believes that tyre degradation will once again play a big role in this weekend's Grand Prix due to the varied nature of the circuit.
"You definitely need a car that works well in the fast sections, but you also need it to have plenty of downforce to deal with the tighter turns," he said.
"We can expect to see quite high tyre degradation, especially on the fronts."
The Paulista concluded that given the solid nature of Ferrari's 2013 challenger, the F138, points are his minimum requirement from this weekend and a podium or win is not out of reach.
"The aim is to fight for a lot more points, for a podium, for a win even," he said, "because you have to set yourself high targets."
Massa has enjoyed an encouraging start to the season, out-qualifying Alonso in the two opening races and the Brazilian lies one place ahead of his teammate in fifth place in the championship with 22 points.
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Skipper Steven Gerrard admits he is beginning his last World Cup campaign but believes England are not far away from finally delivering success at a major tournament.
Gerrard says there are lessons to be learned from Euro 2012, when England were beaten on penalties in the quarter-finals against Italy. But he is confident England's mixture of young talent and experience means they can be confident ahead of the opening qualifier in Moldova on Friday and the home clash with Ukraine on Tuesday.
Gerrard said: "You've got to turn the negatives into a positive. You don't win every game for club and country, you've got to handle setbacks and react to them. There are numerous things that the team and the squad need to look at from the summer. There were a lot of positives but negatives as well."
He added: "With Roy in charge and the staff, they will be showing us those pros and cons from the summer and we will try and work on where we went wrong."
England have only lost one qualifier in the last 18 and Gerrard said: "That record is very impressive and it shows we are not as far away as some people think we are.
"Of course, we've lost on penalties to Italy and they were slightly the better team over 120 minutes, but I don't think the margin between us and the big teams is as big as some people think.
"We believe if we keep learning and improving and don't make the mistakes of the summer, then sooner rather than later we can get a big result against one of these big nations which will be the difference between an unsuccessful and successful tournament."
Gerrard is determined to go out on a high in terms of World Cup campaigns.
He said: "If you are not excited being captain of your country, going into a World Cup campaign with Brazil at the end of it, you are in the wrong game.
"I'm excited, I've got a lot of confidence in my team-mates that we can qualify and then you've got the chance to have a successful tournament."


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And here we go!
I haven't been this excited for a Bills camp in a LONG time - this year could be a fun one. No shortage of camp battles to watch. We get to see the new staff in action. Interviews. Footage. It's that time again...
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