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U. ILLINOIS (US)—Global temperatures of the last decade are higher than they have been in more than 2,000 years—and manmade emissions from heat-trapping gases are largely responsible, according to climate expert Donald Wuebbles.
"Climate does of course vary naturally, but the large changes we have been seeing in recent decades have the fingerprints of human emissions as being the primary driving force," says Wuebbles, professor of atmospheric sciences at the University of Illinois. "The Earth clearly has a fever."
Wuebbles—who prefers the term "global weirding" over "global warming"—has spent most of the past 40 years studying atmospheric chemistry and physical processes and their effect on climate, as well as the effects on the climate system resulting from human activities, including studies of the emissions that generate air pollution. He shares in the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize with his fellow members of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).
Using supercomputers, Wuebbles creates and studies mathematical models that incorporate the complex physics, chemistry, and biology involved in the Earth's climate system—the atmosphere, the oceans, the land surfaces, the ice—and the actions of humans.
The computer modeling helps study the effects of human and natural activities on atmospheric gases and particles, and on climate. Variables, such as emission levels, are altered to see what might happen to the climate system decades in the future.
The results show that over the next 90 years, warming of the planet's land mass will increase substantially even if carbon dioxide emissions, which are known to be increasing, remain at present levels. The temperature of the oceans, which have a large heat capacity, also increases but at a slower rate.
Historical modeling also showed an increase in global climate temperatures corresponding with a rise in greenhouse gases.
Wuebbles was a member of a government task force that issued a report on climate science in June 2009, stating that "global warming is unequivocal and primarily human-induced."
That report noted the U.S. average temperature is nearly 2 degrees Fahrenheit higher than 50 years ago, which is more than the global average increase. And 20 years from now that temperature will be up yet another degree.
If nothing is done to halt the rise, by the end of the century average temperatures across the country could be nearly 11.5 degrees Fahrenheit higher than they are now.
Wuebbles says one of his favorite ways to illustrate U.S. climate change is with maps of "migrating states." In 40 years the temperature in Illinois will be more like today's temps in Arkansas—by the end of the century Illinois will have the climate currently seen in central Texas, he predicts.
"The climate is changing, and the evidence clearly suggests it is largely being caused by human activities, " he says.
"The good thing is, although we cannot totally reverse it, at least during this century, we can—by our energy and transportation choices—choose to keep the largest impacts from occurring."
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What do you call a donkey with three legs?
A wonkey.
What do you call a donkey with three legs?
A wonkey.
Commenting on a complaint from a Mr Arthur Purdey about a large gas
bill, a spokesman for North West gas said, "We agree it was rather
high for the time of year. It's possible Mr Purdey has been charged
for the gas used up during the explosion that destroyed his house."
What's got two eyes, two arms, and two legs?
Two Pirates.
How much does Long-John Silver pay for his earrings?
A buck-an-ear.
Why are pirates called pirates?
Because they Arrrggh.
How many Church of Scotland Ministers does it take to change a lightbulb?
A woman sitting in an Adelaide restaurant suddenly began to cough.
After a few seconds it became apparent that she was in real distress, and two locals, Kenzie and Brian sitting at the next table turned to look at her.
Kin ya swaller? asked Kenzie.
The woman signalled 'No!' desperately shaking her head.
Kin ya breathe?" asked Brian. The woman shook her head No!!!
With that, Kenzie walked behind her, lifted up the back of her dress, yanked down her knickers and ran his tongue up and down the crack of her backside.
This shocked the woman into such a violent spasm that the obstruction flew out of her mouth and she began to breathe again.
Kenzie swaggered back to his table and took a deep swig of his beer.
Brian said in admiration "Ya know Kenzie, I'd heard of that bloody Hind Lick Manoeuvre, but that's the first time I ever seen somebody do it"!
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A married couple had a small flat in the city and they decided that the only way to pull off a Sunday afternoon quickie with their ten-year-old son at home was to send him out on the balcony and order him to report on all the neighbourhood activities.
To a young boy, they thought, spying would be a lot of fun and would distract him for an hour or so.
The boy began his commentary as his parents put their plan into operation.
"There`s a car being towed from the parking lot," he said.
"An ambulance just drove by."
A few moments passed.
"Looks like the Andersons have company," he called out.
"Matt`s riding a new bike and the Coopers are making whoopie."
Mom and Dad shot up in bed. "How do you know that?" the startled father asked.
"Their kid is standing out on the balcony too," his son replied.
Three boys are in the playground bragging of how great their fathers are.
The first one says: "Well, my father runs the fastest. He can fire an arrow, and start to run, I tell you, he gets there before the arrow".
The second one says: "Ha! You think that's fast! My father is a hunter. He can shoot his gun and be there before the bullet".
The third one listens to the other two and shakes his head. He then says:
"You two know nothing about fast. My father is a Piping Designer. He stops working at 6:30pm and he is home by 3:45pm"!!
Australian Etiquette. Extract from the Australian Etiquette Handbook
1. Never take a beer to a job interview.
2. Always identify people in your yard before shooting them.
3. It's tacky to take an esky to church.
4. If you have to vacuum the bed, it's time to change the sheets.
5. Even if you're certain you're included in the will, it's rude to take the trailer to the funeral home.
1. When decanting wine from the box, tilt the paper cup and pour slowly so as not to bruise the wine.
2. If drinking directly from the bottle, hold it with only one hand.
1. A centrepiece for the table should never be anything prepared by a taxidermist.
2. Don't allow the dog to eat at the table, no matter how good his manners.
1. While ears need to be cleaned regularly, this should be done in private, using one's OWN Ute keys 2. Even if you live alone, deodorant isn't a waste of money.
3. Use of toiletries can only delay bathing for a few days.
4. Dirt and grease under the fingernails is a no-no, as it detracts from a woman's jewellery and alters the taste of finger foods.
DATING (Outside the Family):
1. Always offer to bait your date's hook, especially on the first date.
2. Be assertive. Let her know you're interested: "I've been wanting to go out with you since I read that stuff on the dunny door two years ago."
3. Establish with her parents what time she's expected back. Some will say 10:00 PM, others might say "Monday." If the latter is the answer, it's the man's responsibility to get her to school on time.
1. Crying babies should be taken to the lobby and picked up after the movie ends.
2. Refrain from talking to characters on the screen. Tests have proven they can't hear you.
1. Livestock is a poor choice for a wedding gift.
2. Kissing the bride for more than five seconds may get you shot.
3. For the groom, at least rent a tux. A tracksuit with a cummerbund and a clean football jumper can create a tacky appearance.
4. Though uncomfortable, say "yes" to socks and shoes for the occasion.
1. Dim your headlights for approaching vehicles, even if the gun's loaded and the roo's in sight.
2. When approaching a roundabout, the vehicle with the largest tyres doesn't always have the right of way.
3. Never tow another car using panty hose and duct tape.
4. When sending your wife down the road with a petrol can, it's impolite to ask her to bring back beer, too.
A English girl whose family had moved to Scotland came skipping home from school one day. "Mummy, Mummy," she yelled, "we were counting today, and all the Scottish kids could only count to four, but I counted to 10. See? 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6,7, 8, 9, 10!"
"Very good," said her mother.
"Is it because I'm English, Mummy?"
"Yes, Honey, it's because you're English."
The next day the girl came skipping home from school. "Mummy, Mummy," She yelled, "we were saying the alphabet today, and all the Scottish kids could only say it to D, but I said it to G. See? A,b, c, d, e, f, g!"
"Very good," said her mother.
"Is it because I'm English, Mommy?"
"Yes, Honey, it's because you're English."
The next day the girl came skipping home from school. "Mummy, Mummy," she yelled, "we were in gym class today, and when we showered, all the Scottish girls had flat chests, but I have these!" And she lifted her tank top to reveal a pair of 36Cs.
"Very good," said her embarrassed mother.
"Is it because I'm English, mummy?"
"No, Honey, it's because you're 25."
OK so these aren't jokes, but they're bloody funny:
MICHAEL Buerk watching Phillipa Forrester cuddle up to a male astronomer for warmth during BBC1's UK eclipse coverage remarked: "They seem cold out there, they're rubbing each other and he's only come in his shorts."
Ken Brown commentating on golfer Nick Faldo and his caddie Fanny
Sunneson lining-up shots at the Scottish Open: "Some weeks Nick likes to use Fanny, other weeks he prefers to do it by himself."
MIKE Hallett discussing missed snooker shots on Sky Sports: "Stephen
Hendry jumps on Steve Davis's misses every chance he gets."
JACK Burnicle was talking about Colin Edwards' tyre choice on World
Superbike racing: "Colin had a hard on in practice earlier, and I bet he wished he had a hard on now."
Chris Tarrant discussing the first Millionaire winner Judith Keppel on This Morning: "She was practising fastest finger first by herself in bed last night."
WINNING Post's Stewart Machin commentating on jockey Tony McCoy's
formidable lead: "Tony has a quick look between his legs and likes what he sees."
ROSS King discussing relays with champion runner Phil Redmond: "Well
Phil, tell us about your amazing third leg."
CRICKETER Neil Fairbrother hit a single during a Durham v Lancashire
match, inspiring Bobby Simpson to observe: "With his lovely soft hands he just tossed it off."
CLAIR Frisby talking about a jumbo hot dog on Look North said: "There's nothing like a big hot sausage inside you on a cold night like this."
Pat Glenn- Weightlifting commentator - "And this is Gregoriava from
Bulgaria. I saw her snatch this morning and it was amazing!"
JAMES Allen interviewing Ralf Schumacher at a Grand Prix, asked: "What does it feel like being rammed up the backside by Barrichello?"
STEVE Ryder covering the US Masters: "Ballesteros felt much better today after a 69."
THE new stand at Doncaster race course took Brough Scott's breath
away..."My word," he said. "Look at that magnificent erection."
WILLIE Carson was telling Claire Balding how jockeys prepare for a big race when he said: "They usually have four or five dreams a night about coming from different positions."
CARENZA Lewis about finding food in the Middle Ages on Time Team Live said: "You'd eat beaver if you could get it."
A female news anchor who, the day after it was supposed to have snowed and didn't, turned to the weatherman and asked, "So Bob, where's that eight inches you promised me last night?" Not only did HE have to leave the set, but half the crew did too, because they were laughing so hard!
US PGA Commentator - "One of the reasons Arnie (Arnold Palmer) is
playing so well is that, before each tee shot, his wife takes out his balls and
kisses them .... Oh my god!!!!! What have I just said?!!!!"
Metro Radio - "Julian Dicks is everywhere. It's like they've got eleven Dicks on the field."
Harry Carpenter at the Oxford-Cambridge boat race 1977 - "Ah, isn't that nice. The wife of the Cambridge President is kissing the Cox of the Oxford crew."
Ted Walsh- Horse Racing Commentator - "This is really a lovely horse. I once rode her mother."
New Zealand Rugby Commentator - "Andrew Mehrtens loves it when Daryl
Gibson comes inside of him."

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INTERLINK Language Centers at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) has been helping students achieve their personal and professional goals since 1997. Located in Greensboro, North Carolina, INTERLINK offers intensive English instruction, academic preparation, and cross-cultural orientation for students, scholars, and professionals on a year-round basis. The program prepares students for challenging careers, and provides the tools and skills needed to achieve success in the 21st century. Upon graduation, many students go on to study in academic programs at UNCG or other area universities.
INTERLINK's curriculum is rigorous. Its six levels, offered in 9-week sessions, involve in- and out-of class assignments in listening, speaking, reading, writing, and projects which require active student participation. Students enjoy full access touniversity facilities, including opportunities to meet students and professors, audit or take classes for credit. Program field trips enable students to learn firsthand about the state and local community. Of particular benefit to students is the representation of many cultures in the program. In a diverse environment, students learn more about the world, and in the process, about themselves. Academically qualified students enjoy the convenience of receiving conditional admission prior to starting their language program at INTERLINK.
At INTERLINK, we strive to assure a memorable and transformative educational experience for international students. If you are looking for an English as a Second Language program, especially if you plan to study at an American university, we hope you will consider attending INTERLINK at UNCG.


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Exclamation points in band names can be dicey things. !!! has clearly gone to far, violating all norms of decency and decorum. Dogs Die in Hot Cars might not have gone far enough. The Go! Team gets it just right.
Geronimo! is another exclamation-mark band that hits the sweet spot.
Benjamin Grigg ("Keys, Vox, Horns, Luv" according to the website) emailed me when the album came out and shot me a copy of the band's debut, Fuzzy Dreams. It's a very solid debut -- nice dirty garage rock with a lot of good undercurrents.
The opening tracks carve out a comfortable niche about midway between Fugazi and pop-emo, descending into pauses reminiscent of Sonic Youth's fuzzier breakdowns, with a dollop of Flaming Lips trippiness, and that sets a pretty solid tone for the rest of the album. There are touches of Gomez here, alongside The Velvet Underground and perhaps even The Unicorns and A Sunny Day in Glasgow. But Geronimo! is always in the garage, and the good time they're having shows through on every track. This is clearly a band of friends who will rock out, audience or no -- and I hope they start to pull big audiences.
Overall, a very solid first full-length album, and very worth checking out live. Good stuff!
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Allison Bacigalupi, M.Ed., MBA
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Undergraduate Studies
Florida Gulf Coast University
Edwards Hall, Room 214
Phone: (239) 590-1096
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Step Ahead Math Information - 2014
What is Step Ahead Math?
Step Ahead is a Summer Bridge Program for specially selected first-time-in-college (FTIC) students to give them a jump start at Florida Gulf Coast University. Students take MAT 1033 Intermediate Algebra (3 credits). Course enrollment is determined by the student's academic profile, and registration is processed by the Step Ahead Coordinator. Students also participate in a variety of academic and life skill activities through the Center for Academic Achievement, including tutoring, supplemental instruction, student success skill workshops, and individual meetings with academic advisors and academic retention coordinators. Students will also have access to a variety of resources on-campus, such as Career Development Services, Library Services, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), Student Health Services, Wellness and Prevention, and Student Involvement.
How do I know if I am eligible to participate in Step Ahead?
Students invited to participate in the Step Ahead Program as part of their admission to Florida Gulf Coast University will receive an admission offer via email and postal mail from Undergraduate Admissions. Students will then receive follow-up communication from the Step Ahead Program Coordinator with next steps for reserving a seat in the program. Students can only participate in the program by invitation only. The Step Ahead Program is available to students on a first-come, first-served basis, and there are limited seats available.
When does the Step Ahead Program take place?
The Step Ahead Program takes place during the six-week Summer B session, which runs from Monday, June 23, 2014 to Friday, August 1, 2014.
When is my course taught?
MAT 1033 Intermediate Algebra is taught Tuesday/Thursday, 11:30 AM-2:55 PM (3 credits).
What are the components of the Step Ahead Program?
Students in Step Ahead Math will complete MAT 1033 (Intermediate Algebra). Students will also be required to complete additional tutoring, supplemental instruction, student success skill workshops, and individual meetings with the Center for Academic Achievement. Students also take a specially reserved Step Ahead course in the fall semester, MAC 1105 College Algebra (Math). This fall course is taught by the same great instructor from the summer, to give students a sense of continuity for the material.
Why should I participate in Step Ahead?
The Step Ahead program is going into its eighth season, and is anticipating an even more successful year than ever before! The Step Ahead Program boasts an extremely high success rate for its students, and prepares students for the complete college experience they are embarking upon. It is also helpful with the transition the students will be making from high school to a fulltime college workload in the fall semester. The Step Ahead Program will not only give students additional assistance in a developmental area with the support of tutoring and resources, but will challenge students, making them more comfortable with the transition to college and give them the tools to continue on the pathway of success in the future. Students will also be able to network and build relationships with a sample of the great instructors FGCU offers.


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TGIF, readers! Finally it is Friday again. Today I share with you my favorite Instagram users. I am a huge fan of instagram! I love being able to follow bloggers on there to see their daily posts or seeing a glimpse into celebrities' lives. Also, who doesn't love instagram filters, right? Anytime you take a bad picture, you can put a filter on it and make it 100 times better. If you are on there, you can follow me @lululala26! Below are some of my favorite instagram accounts.
Lindsay is a fellow NC blogger and I love her posts because we share the love for vintage and DIY projects. She also has a cute Etsy shop where you can pick up those adorable ginger jar ornamnets!
Flair Vintage Decor is a store in Nashville but I love to look at their instagram posts of their vintage finds. Every time they post something I am wondering why Nashville is so far away.
I'm sure that most of you are familiar with Jessie from The Long and the Short of It blog. She is from Morganton, NC and now blogs about her life in Raleigh. She has AMAZING taste and I love the way her house is decorated. Her posts are also hilarious which makes it easy to follow her posts. Her kitchen renovation is one of my favorites!
Studio McGee is a family run design studio with the brightest and cleanest design style mixed with traditional elements. You can also follow their blog here to get some serious inspiration for styling and remodeling.
Who doesn't enjoy looking at cute pictures of pups? I am, of course, partial to doodles as I have a crazy one of my own. Goldendoodles are pretty crazy and strange at the same time, and I love looking at pictures of Jack, as many of his characteristics are similar to Tater. You can follow the adventures of Jack the goldendoodle and his sister Lily (labradoodle) on their blog too.


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stop bank walking today, lots of cows, which means lots of 'special' mud. Happy days! But the views were awesome!
Rather than trying to push on to Huntly (another 11 kms of so), I found a room in Rangiriri. But not before running the gauntlet of crossing the highway, Frogger-style. Once safely across , it became clear what all the earthworks were about. A replica redoubt was being built to protect the Rangiriri rugby ground, probably from those cheating bastards from Meremere. They had electric fences (I'm not kidding), and what looked like an anti-tank berm. I took a pic, and immediately security was on to me, which confirmed my theory that the All Blacks were training with the Rangiriri First Fifteen to hone them in preparation for the Springboks this weekend.


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Layoff notices went out to 235 Hanford workers Monday because of sequestration, or automatic federal budget cuts.
That does not include workers who may lose their jobs as some Department of Energy contractors scale back on work assigned to their subcontractors.
Most of the 235 jobs cut were union positions, but it also included 27 nonunion positions. Several contractors are cutting spending by furloughing about 2,500 nonunion workers — requiring them to take paid or unpaid time off — but that cannot be required of union workers under collective bargaining agreements.
However, at least nine jobs were saved because of time some union workers volunteered to take off under an agreement proposed by the Hanford Atomic Metal Trades Council, or HAMTC.
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The last day of work for most laid-off employees is March 28.
Here's the breakdown by Department of Energy contractor:
Mission Support Alliance is laying off 112 union workers. However, more than half of those workers will "bump and roll" to other Hanford contractors, claiming the jobs of less senior employees, who then will lose their jobs.
About 700 nonunion employees will be required to take furloughs of 200 hours by the end of September. The contractor, which provides support services across Hanford, must cut its budget by $23.7 million.
CH2M Hill Plateau Remediation Co. is laying off 59 union workers and seven nonunion workers. About 900 workers will be furloughed for 200 hours.
It must cut its budget by $29.8 million. The contractor is responsible for central Hanford environmental cleanup and treatment of contaminated groundwater.
Washington River Protection Solutions is laying off 37 union workers. Nine jobs were saved because HAMTC workers volunteered to take time off.
About 900 nonunion workers will be furloughed for 2.5 to 6.5 weeks. The contractor's budget is being cut $40 million. It's in charge of the Hanford tank farms, where 56 million gallons of radioactive and hazardous chemical waste are stored in underground tanks.
Washington Closure Hanford is laying off 20 nonunion workers. In addition, about 15 workers will lose their jobs in April as part of a gradual reduction as it nears the completion of most work to clean up Hanford along the Columbia River.
Although it does not plan to cut any union jobs because of the furlough, the HAMTC bump and roll will mean that 90 of its workers will leave to be replaced by more senior workers who are losing their jobs at other contractors.
No furloughs are planned. The contractor's budget cut is $23.1 million.
Bechtel National, which is building the Hanford vitrification plant, plans no furloughs or layoffs. It made plans for possible sequestration at the start of the fiscal year, Oct. 1.
Advanced Technologies and Laboratories, a small business that does analyses at the 222-S Laboratory, plans no layoffs and also no furloughs for now.
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Welcome to Noshrac. A harsh desert world where humankind is at the brink of extinction. You are a Son of Nor, a mage with telekinetic powers and the ability to bend the elements to your will, trained to defend the remaining humans from the onslaught of the Sarahul Empire and the perils of the desert. Solve puzzles using your telekinetic powers, venture through long forgotten temples, terraform the desert and fight to the death alongside your friends in this co-op fantasy action adventure.
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Learn About Gold Name Jewelry
These days, gold name jewelry is not only available in classic yellow gold and white gold tones, but can also be found in a rainbow of colors and hues including green gold, rose gold, red gold, purple gold, orange gold and even black gold. Gold name jewelry includes many types of personalized jewelry, amongst which are name earrings, name necklaces, name rings, name bracelets and even name body jewelry. Its diversity and its astonishing appearance make gold name jewelry a crowd favorite.
Yellow Gold Name Jewelry
Valued for its astonishing warm hues, yellow gold name jewelry is perhaps the most popular type of personalized jewelry. Yellow gold name jewelry's timeless and classic appearance is why it is still in vogue with both the younger and the older demographic. Yellow gold name jewelry encompasses a wide variety of jewelry styles and designs, from sparkling name necklaces to 3D name rings, monogram name earrings to signature name pendants. However, yellow gold is especially popular in body name jewelry since high karat gold is known to be hypoallergenic.
White Gold Name Jewelry
White gold is actually low karat yellow gold, plated with a thin layer of rhodium, which gives the gold its sleek, lustrous silver-white hue. White gold name jewelry is especially popular with those customers who are looking for a chic and diverse piece of personalized jewelry, as this precious metal alloy's appealing silvery-white tones are perfect for complementing and embellishing any outfit and every look. Similar to yellow gold jewelry, white gold name jewelry is designed and made in a wide variety of styles encompassing both classic name jewelry pieces, such as white gold monogrammed name rings, and more modern personalized jewelry pieces, such as precious gemstone encrusted decorated name necklaces.
Colorful Gold Name Jewelry
Name jewelry pieces made out of colorful gold have been gaining in popularity during the last couple of years and are now considered stylish and unique. Red gold, green gold, orange gold, purple gold, grey gold and black gold name jewelry is especially favored by customers who are looking for outstanding, eye catching, colorful and vibrant name jewelry pieces. Amongst the various types of colorful gold name jewelry, name jewelry pieces made out of rose gold seem to be the most popular with both the younger customers and the more mature customers. Popular for its romantic, blushing hues, rose gold name jewelry is imbued with sentimentality and romance.
Gold Name Jewelry
Timeless and classic, gold name jewelry has, and always will be, a customer favorite. Its warm, vibrant hues make gold name jewelry a highly sought after luxury commodity. Fine gold name jewelry is known for its beautiful design, its complementing tones, its stunning appearance. Gold name jewelry comes in a wealth of designs and styles and includes both the classic and the modern.
Gold name jewelry, amongst which one can expect to find beautiful yellow gold , white gold and colorful gold name earrings, personalized necklaces and pendants, name rings and name bracelets, is perhaps the most popular type of name jewelry, valued for its diversity, in addition to its lovely aesthetics. As such, gold name jewelry, whether it be yellow gold name jewelry, white gold personalized jewelry pieces, or colorful gold name jewelry pieces, is a popular choice with younger customers, as well as with more mature shoppers.
Designed to please, gold name jewelry would not only be a great gift to get yourself, but would also makes for a lovely holiday, birthday, anniversary or wedding gift. Watch as your family and friends' faces light up with joy when surprised with a beautiful yellow gold monogram name bracelet on their birthdays, a lovely pair of sparkling, white gold name earrings on their anniversaries or a gorgeous diamond encrusted, rose gold name ring as a holiday gift.
For those of you who feel that a single piece of gold name jewelry is just not enough, and who are looking for a complementing gold personalized jewelry piece, you will be pleased to discover that beautiful gold name jewelry, due to its immense popularity and diversity, is relatively easy to come by and that finding an exceptionally designed gold name jewelry piece to match the one you already have will prove to be a simple task.


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RG3 Injury Update: Will The Redskins QB Be Ready For The Start Of The Season?
The Washington Redskins have received some good news regarding their star quarterback.
Even though he suffered a terrible injury to end the season, there's a chance Robert Griffin III won't miss any of the 2013 NFL season. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, team officials believe that Griffin could start in the season opener.
In the Redskins playoff game against the Seattle Seahawks, Griffin left the fourth quarter with a torn ACL and LCL. He had surgery one month ago, and the projected rehab for the injury was set to last between eight and 12 months.
ACL injuries often take a while to recover from, and many players don't return to their old form in their first season back. Adrian Peterson, however, has given Redskins fans some hope, with his performance in 2012. After tearing his ACL and MCL in 2011, Peterson led the NFL in rushing the following year, winning the MVP award.
Should Griffin miss a significant portion of the upcoming season, Kirk Cousins will take over as the team's starting quarterback. In the one game that Griffin did not play this past year, Cousins led Washington to a victory.
While Washington remains optimistic, there's still a lot of time before the team can make an accurate prediction about Griffin's return. In his rookie year, the former Heisman Trophy winner led all signal callers with 815 rushing yards.


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So while most of the southern part of the country is burning on TV I have my sister, trapped for two days by the fires and my mother now told to abandon the village both running loose around the Peloponnese and no-one knows what the hell is going on.
White smoke means no fire, black smoke means there is burning. Apparently.
For two days we have had ash raining down on our balcony in Athens. The sun shines a different colour depending on how fine the smoke particles are as it passes through. It would be interesting to sit and observe this if one could separate the cause from the phenomenon in one's mind.
So many of these places I have walked through their forests in the past. Here is not the place and now is not the time to talk about proper forest management.
Sunday, August 26, 2007
It's on f*ing fire!!
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I don't know what this blog will end up being. It's having an identity crisis of sorts.
I still have things I'd like to blog about that are design oriented in nature. I'm still obsessed with beautiful imagery, photography, lovely kitchens and luxurious bathrooms.
Is this not the prettiest room in the universe? Does it not make you happy just to look at it???
But I also have things I'd like to say or share about good mental health. Since I'm working on becoming a licensed therapist, I have some doubts at times about how much or what I want to say about that given the possible likelihood that future clients may stumble on this blog looking for information. That could be good, and has the potential to be something positive, but it's something I really need to think more about. In fact, I need to take a good look at whether I want to keep the blog at all (or if I should just make it private - which of course no one would read and then it would just be a diary, and I have another diary app for that purpose really).
|This thought is at the root of how I see therapy - helping clients see and think a little differently so that they have the tools to create solutions in their lives, live life more fully, and have peace.
I've had this blog since 2005 - I'm not too keen to totally give it up really. It contains a lot of thoughts, feelings and ideas that really represent me and I like the idea that if my grandchildren wanted to know more about me someday, reading my blog might be valuable (sort of - or they would at least know what sort of interior design I really liked back in the "olden" days).
I often feel like blogging parenting advice, because the longer I work with kids in case management the more I feel like I did a pretty good job with my own parenting and I think it might be valuable information sometimes.
|I feel like I could write loads of lists like this...
It's more an abundance of things that I would like to blog about that makes it confusing and difficult to focus in on one thing, rather than a dearth of ideas. This blog doesn't know what it is anymore because it wants to be too many things and therefore, slowly, is is just quietly humming along with no new posts.
I still get around 200 unique hits per day (way down from the days when I got around 500 per day and largely due to me not posting new posts) and if you check out pinterest you will see many of my blog posts are re-pinned there, and that still happens almost every day too. There's something oddly satisfying about that which I don't really want to completely give up. It makes me feel the tiniest bit like a writer (though I know that's a ridiculously crazy way to call myself a writer).
Screen shot of my blog posts people "pinned" in the last week or two
So coming up you may see posts on the adorable nursery my son and daughter in law put together for my (impending!) granddaughter. Or I might tell you about how to raise children who have a good appreciation for arts and literature. I might talk with you about the single most important piece of parenting advice I can give anyone. Or it might be that I'll share some ideas about good mental health. It might be some photography that I decide to blog about.
Or maybe I will still be quiet for a while longer.
But I doubt it. I feel like I've been quiet quite a bit, and I'm ready to not be quite so quiet anymore.


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Gift Card Expiry – Pain in the back April 17, 2013Posted by mdragoon72 in Uncategorized.
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One of my friend recently had a $50 gift card that expired. I was surprised when he told me the supplier flat out refused a refund or extension to the card. I mean, this is no small amount. So I decided to do some research in my spare time.
Apparently, unlike the US (How to Avoid Wasting Another Gift Card – Lifehacker) where they require a minimum life span of 5 years and some no expiry, gift card laws are pretty crap in Australia and has no such min life scan:
Expiry date on gift vouchers could be banned under new laws
Calls for crackdown on gift card rules
Using gift cards before they expire
Consumers loss an estimated $400m for unused gift cards each year and there's nothing legally they can do about it.
The best bet, as a lot of forums has mentioned, is to politely call the company that issued the card and see if they can help. If not, then we are pretty much screwed…


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The sound of birds by the water, the crashing waves or the sounds of your friends laughing can be very relaxing. Unfortunately, you won't feel very relaxed if you are the fisherman who returns home without any fish! The advice in this article will give you a lot of information to help you to catch plenty of fish.
If you are bottom fishing with shad, cut the tail of your bait off before placing it on your hook. When you do this, the shad won't spin as you lower it to the bottom. This will keep your line from getting tangled. Additionally, the scent of the wounded bait will attract additinoal fish.
To have patience is possibly the best advice that can be given to someone with regard to fishing. Fishing will require your undivided time and dedication when you are out on the water. It is important not to get frustrated or you will just end up driving yourself crazy.
Before fishing, you must know your boat's maximum weight. You do not want to tip the boat, which can cause a catastrophe if you are out in deep water. Stay far under the weight capacity in order to be as safe as possible.
Exercise caution as you wade through water in pursuit of your prey. When wading through a river and fishing, walk carefully. If you move too quickly, you'll make enough noise to scare fish away from the area. Take the time to move through the water without disrupting the habitat.
Improved clinch knots are great for placing lures or hooks onto the line. Put the tip of the line through the end of the hook, make 5 turns around your line, and pass the end through both the eye and the first coil. Finish the knot by pulling the end through the loop as tightly as you can.
People fishing in the stream should cast upstream, letting the current move the lure or bait. This will cause your bait to move in a more natural and alluring way. Ensure that you don't have a lot of slack in the water.
A sharp knife should be kept in the tackle box. This equipment is very important and you'll have lots of problems if you do not have it. Be sure to invest in a high quality knife with a sharp, rust-proof blade.
Try fly fishing out! There are several benefits with this hobby, but remember that it's different than other fishing. If interested, you must buy different lures, clothing, and rods to participate.
Anyone graduating from earthworms should consider a spinnerbait. These lures are especially effective when used in shady areas, in the murky, shallow water near a dock, and in cover. Bass are more attracted to this type of bait than any other fish, but spinnerbait is also great for catching crappie.
If you find yourself losing fish from a favorite lure repeatedly, perhaps your hooks aren't sharp enough. Dull or bent hooks can make it difficult to catch fish. When you switch out hooks, you dispel any other reason why you aren't successful.
Keep track of the wind when fishing. Fish are more likely to go with the current on windy days and that means they will end up at one spot on the lake. Cast into the wind. The problem is that if it is too windy the fish tend to stay in the lower, calmer water rather than feeding at the surface.
All fishermen should carry a scale when they're out fishing. This is especially true for people who release their catches; they may need to measure them quickly.
When netting a fish, try to get them into the net with their head going in first. When you do this, the fish aren't able to move as much, so they aren't as likely to escape. In a lot of cases, it is best to use your net only when needed.
If you're hoping to have some sort of memento of your fishing trip, but plan on releasing the fish you catch, be sure to bring a camera. The fish will live and now you a long-lasting photo to show everyone.
Whether can make or break a fishing trip. Make sure to look at a forecast before you head out. Checking a week in advance is good, and so is checking on the day before. If the weather forecast looks like it will be inclement, postpone your trip until you will have fair skies.
Try and locate deep-water areas. This is especially true if you plan to fish in a river. Fish prefer the cooler deep waters, especially on hot summer days. They also prefer to spend time near ledges and large rocks. Remember any good fishing spots you find so you can fish there again in the future.
Make sure you pay attention to a fish's movements if you have to fight against one. After a while, the jumps will get smaller or less frequent, and the fish will eventually roll onto its sides. Once this happens, you will know that the fish has worn itself out and is ready to be reeled in. Make sure you do not pull the line until you notice that the fish is on its side.
Fishing should always be done responsibly. Do your best to preserve the environment when you go fishing. Remember not to litter if you bring snacks and drinks along. Always be aware of any limitations on how many fish you are allowed to catch and adhere to that number. You should also release fish that are too small to eat.
Fishing at night will help you find a new experience when fishing somewhere familiar. Buy a head lamp or flashlight to get more visibility to what you're doing. The fish you find at night will more than likely differ from your daytime catches.
Having a sharp knife is key when it comes to fishing, so be sure to pack one with you. This tool is important and without it, serious issues could arise. It should be sharp, have a rust-proof blade and of high quality.
Practice is advised for any fly fisherman. Casting a fly rod is a fairly complicated technique that must be practiced over and over to be perfected. Over time, you will notice a marked improvement in your form and accuracy.
A spinnerbait makes a great beginner-friendly lure for anyone looking to move beyond earthworms. Water that is dimly lit, such as the murky shallows around a dock or the shaded water under tree branches, is particularly well suited to these lures. Both bass and crappie are attracted to spinnerbait lures.
If you happen to just enjoy the sport of fishing and do not intend to eat the catch, it is always good sport to practice catch and release. This involves unhooking your fish carefully as you release them back to the water. The fish will then be free to repopulate the water and afford more fishing opportunities for everyone.
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For those bigger fish you might want to use a gaff or net to catch them. With a gaff you get a good grip so that you can haul the fish in from the water. A net might be a better option because there is less risk of hurting the fish, making it easier for you to prepare later.
Whenever fishing on a boat, it is important to use your fish finder to help locate ideal spots. A fish finder will use sonar to seek out small groups of fish. However, some fishermen prefer to not use a fish finder. The idea of using this type of aid is that some people feel it takes the fun away from fishing.
Don't pollute while you fish! Trash can damage the beauty of nature and can be harmful to plant and fish life as well. Be sure that you leave with your trash so that the waters will be available to those that come in the future.
Practicing different casting styles will help you get your lure where you want it without causing a disturbance. The fish are spooked by noises, so not being careful reduces your chances of catching a fish. These techniques all involve using certain wrist movements to cast your line.
While you are learning, steer away from expensive equipment. You shouldn't buy an expensive rod when still new to this sport. Begin with a reasonably priced, basic rod. You can always invest in an upgraded model later after you are sure that you really enjoy fishing.
If you'd like to take a break during a fishing trip, it's best to do it at high noon. The sun's angle makes fish more wary and a lot less likely to eat your bait. So, take a break, have some lunch, and get back on the water when it's not as sunny!
Before leaving on a fishing trip, double check that you are ready for it. Having to return home after you've gotten half-way to your destination because you forgot something can ruin your trip. Create a checklist to ensure that you have everything which you might need.
Where fishing is concerned, patience truly is a virtue. If you do not have a lot of patience, then you probably need to find a different spot that does not require the ability to sit still for long periods of time. If your heart is set on fishing, it may be easiest to begin with relatively short fishing trips. Over time, you can stay out for longer and longer as you develop your patience.
Do lots of research before fishing in a new area. Fishing may seem simple but in truth it encompasses a lot of different elements. You must understand the tendencies of the fish, what fish could be seen in certain bodies of water, as well as the things that you could do in making your fishing a lot more effective. You can find the information you need online or by reading a book about fishing.
For those bigger fish you might want to use a gaff or net to catch them. A gaff will give you a good grip on the fish and allow you to haul it out of the water. Using a net is perhaps a better option since you are not taking the risk of wounding the fish badly, which makes it easier to prepare it later.
Make sure to research your catch before fishing. You need to learn all you can about the fish if you wish to catch them. Fish may not be the smartest creatures, but they still have enough brain power to avoid being caught. Do research before your fishing adventure, and you will have much better chances.
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Observe your surroundings carefully. Good fishermen are in tune with the world around them. Try to get a feel for the natural sounds around you so that you can determine if noises might scare fish away. Watch the surface of the water for the telltale splashes and ripples that will help you locate the fish. Watch the birds near the water. The areas where they dive are sure to be populated with fish.
If you are targeting larger sized fish, it's important to used larger sized bait. It is quite simple, big fish like large bait, small fish prefer small bait. Blugill and Crappie are two types of bait that are best used on larger fish, such as Pike or Muskie.
If you wish to avoid the stench that is inevitable after gutting a fish, you can just bury the remnants in the ground. But keep in mind, if you own a pet that enjoys digging, this is probably not a solution that will work in your home.
Casting is everything when it comes to fly fishing, so make sure that you have perfected your cast. On those less than perfect days, it is an ideal time to work on your cast. If you manage to hook something in the process, you know that all your practicing is worthwhile.
Do some research. When it comes to the best time and location for fishing, knowledge is essential. Do some local research or talk with locals to find out the best information before heading out. Be sure that you are aware of the fish that are available. Understand how the currents influence the optimal fishing spots for that area. Check the day's weather forecast.
Scale your fish before cooking them. A large spoon works for this, however you can also buy a tool called a fish scaler to perform the task as well. Lay the fish on a flat surface and scrape from the tail to the head with your scaler. Take your time. This can be a time consuming practice if the fish species has very thin scales.
Use safety pins to organize and separate your fishing hooks in your tackle box. Insert the pin through the eye of each hook. You can fit quite a few hooks on each pin, and it will help you keep them organized.
Seeing your family's faces as you give them fresh fish is worth the time you spent reading this article. All the tips you've learned in this article is sure to help you become a better angler.
Bring extra food and water on your fishing expeditions. In the rare case that you must wait out a nasty storm, it would be a good idea to make sure you have enough food and water. Even if you're not stuck, having a full stomach when fishing helps your patience when fish aren't biting.


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Laneville's Late Pressure Propels Yellowjackets to 51-50 Victory Over Central Heights in Tenaha Holiday Hoops Fifth-Place Game
TENAHA -- Laneville coach Hosea Lee loves playing pressure defense, and the Yellowjackets' penchant for deflections came up big in overtime against Central Heights.
Laneville disrupted Central Heights' final possession of OT with pressure defense that forced three consecutive scrambles for loose balls, wasting all but five of the final 30 seconds to propel Laneville to a 51-50 win in Saturday's Tenaha Holiday Hoops tournament boys fifth-place game.
"The last few (possessions) we changed it up a little and went to a box-and-1 on (Central Heights' guard Tanner Garner) because he was just getting to the rack at will," Lee said. "We stuck Anthony Roberts on him and told him, 'Hey, you've got him man-to-man, and everyone else is gonna play zone.' It kinda affected them down the stretch and I thought it was the difference in the game."
Garner got loose after a scramble for the ball with a second left for a clean right-wing look at a game-winning three-pointer, but drew iron. Garner, an all-tournament selection, scored a game-high 21 points and had three assists and three steals.
Laneville (14-6) fought back from a 32-22 third-quarter deficit to get the win. Sophomore standout Ty Johnson got hot to lead the third-quarter comeback, scoring six consecutive points during a 10-1 run that helped the Jackets tie the game 35-35 going to the fourth.
Johnson, an all-tournament selection, had 17 points, 13 rebounds, and three blocks. Eleven of his points came after halftime, and his pullup 18-footer from the top of the key tied the game 50-50 with 1:27 left in overtime.
Laneville's Kendrick Anderson split a pair of free throws for the lead, 51-50, with 36.1 seconds remaining, turning the game over to the hands of the Jacket defense. Anderson had 17 points, while guard Dontavious Harris had 16 points.
Central Heights junior post Keaton Fontentot had 15 points and 13 rebounds, while Harrison Perkins added nine points and nine boards for the Blue Devils (11-11). Central Heights led 15-4 after one quarter, but Laneville responded, cutting the deficit to 19-15 by halftime.
Both teams boast rosters with only one senior. Lee said winning a close game against a quality opponent in a tournament as high-profile as Tenaha Holiday Hoops gives his team a taste of what they can expect in the postseason.
"You look at our six losses and we lost to LaPoynor by two points at their place, we lost to San Augustine by two points at their place," Lee said. "As young as we are, we just keep fighting and keep battling. These kids got hearts of lions. ... I like this team, I like where we're going, and I think we'll have a chance."
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The Queen of Swords is a natural expert at this: balancing clarity with caring, seeking to understand while also maintaining gentle-but-firm boundaries; searching for truth amidst emotional turmoil, but never discounting another's perceptions.
|Tarot of Vampyres; Ian Daniels
As I was pondering the Queen of Swords' gifts of perception, and her ability to lock onto the most important undercurrents of a given situation, I suddenly thought of a new stone I acquired several days prior. It is called "strawberry obsidian" (if I understand correctly it is a manufactured stone, something along the lines of goldstone or blue sandstone). I picked up a piece and it felt nice in my hand - smooth, cool, bright but in a muted sort of way. And then I held it up to the store lamp and it was like a whole other world opened up before me. The light illuminated the stone's inner workings so brilliantly that it took my breath away, lightened my heart, and I knew I wanted to bring it on home.
Perhaps it doesn't matter so much if we can't find a measure of common ground. What matters is that we don't hide from truth; that we open our hearts to understanding. Our openness and willingness is an invitation for those puzzle pieces to be brought back into alignment. And if it is still not enough, then what matters is finding peace with that incongruity.
Interestingly as I was looking deeper into the dream raven, I came across this phrase:
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And with that the circle was complete, the message filled out: the Queen, and the stone, and Raven's presence in my dream all symbolic of the search for clarity, the at times painful willingness to shine light into the dark, to understand, to express, to heal, and ultimately to release back into the universe.


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Srinagar: As separatists Friday called for peaceful protests after the afternoon congregational prayers, authorities imposed curfew across the Kashmir Valley.
Hardline separatist leader Syed Ali Geelani, who heads the breakaway group of the Hurriyat Conference, has asked people to resume normal life and hold peaceful protests after the Friday prayers in the afternoon.
But authorities imposed curfew in this Jammu and Kashmir summer capital and all other major towns, a police officer said.
As the woes of the people continued, several Srinagar residents living in curfew bound localities said those working for essential services, government and banks as well as school children were being permitted to go to their places of work after showing their identity cards.
"It is the policy and the decision of the administration to provide safe passage to all people working for the maintenance of essential services, school children, banks and post offices.
"This has been done to ensure that the people do not suffer because of the designs of the miscreants who plan violence," a police officer said.
Bank clerk Parvaiz Ahmed, 23, detailed his experience on the street.
"I was not asked to produce any curfew pass as I carried none. I showed them my identity card and was allowed to move on," said Ahmad, 23, a bank clerk who came out of curfew bound Old City area in Srinagar.
There have, however, also been instances where some security men allegedly refused to allow even those who carried curfew passes.
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Wednesday, June 3, 2015
There, and Back Again OR Once More, With Feeling
It's been a year since my last entry, so I guess it's appropriate that I was back in the same race. Rock n Roll San Diego 2014 was my first half marathon, and Rock n Roll San Diego 2015 was the first time I was doing the same half marathon for the second time and my seventh half marathon over all.
So much has changed over that year, some good, some bad. And I could definitely feel the change with regard to the race this year compared to last year.
I had picked Rock n Roll San Diego as my first half marathon partly because it wasn't too far to go from home but mostly because of the four-hour time limit to finish the race. In my training, I had determined that I could do a half marathon in that time period, and as I was training for the 2014 Avengers half marathon at Disneyland, which has a shorter time limit, I wanted to get experience in doing races first. I had been to Rock n Roll San Diego in 2013 to cheer on two different friends who were running the marathon and half marathon, and I'd talked to my friend about the half marathon course, and it seemed like a good race to run. I was still nervous about the race. What if something went wrong? I didn't know what to expect out of the race. Luckily, the friend who'd done the half the previous year was also doing the race this year, and she stayed with me during the entire race, giving me little hints and encouragements, and it was a great way to experience a first half marathon. I was pretty excited about finishing.
This year, it was a very different feeling. I knew that I'd have no problem with the time limit, and it was the first half marathon where I knew I wasn't going to be swept.
It's definitely a much more freeing feeling, one I hadn't experienced before, and it freed me to enjoy the race, which I did. My husband was doing the race this year as well, but we don't run races together, so after the race started, I wasn't going to see him again until after the finish line. I found myself waving to so many of the spectators who lined the streets of the course, and I even talked to a few fellow participants during the race. I enjoyed the scenery and was also able to look at the various businesses that were along the course, trying to make note of the ones I wanted to come back and visit when I wasn't just running past them.
It wasn't nearly the struggle it was last year, and I wasn't counting every mile. I noticed most of the mile markers (I missed mile 2), but it wasn't the countdown to 13 that it sometimes is - it was just information.
There was one very big difference at this year's race, though. Last year, after I'd posted on my Facebook page that I was doing this race, that it was going to be my first half marathon, my friend Robert called me within about half an hour to tell me his travel plans from Northern California, when he'd be arriving in San Diego, where he'd be staying, etc. He wanted to be there to see me finish my first half marathon. I was pretty happy about that, and we enjoyed spending the weekend with him. At the time, we didn't know it would turn out to be one of the last weekends we'd spend with him. Robert passed away from lymphoma on August 7, 2014. I knew that going back to San Diego for this race this year was going to have its difficulties, especially since this race is specifically to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. We had a bit of a different schedule this year, which helped some, but I did find myself often thinking about what I was doing at that time last year.
I was running my race, and things were ok. Then about half-way through the race, thing changed. Last year, my husband and Robert were there after the finish line. I knew that my husband would be there this year as well, because when we run the same race, he always finishes before me, but waits for me after the finish line but still in the racers area, so that we can get pictures together. But this year, Robert wasn't going to be there. He wasn't following my progress this year through runner tracking. I wasn't going to see him after I finished my race. And the thought was just overwhelming. I spent about half a mile crying as I thought about that, and try as I might, I couldn't stop crying. I can't imagine what spectators must have thought as I ran past in tears. I eventually managed to pull myself together and proceeded with the rest of the race.
My only goal before the race started was that I wanted to finish with a faster time than I'd had last year.
Because it was my first race last year, I don't really remember too much about the course, but as I ran it this year, some things did look familiar to me and brought back some memories of last year's race.
I'm not really a fan of the course itself partly because there are quite a few hills. Up and down both took their toll on my legs and knees since I don't have many inclines on my normal training routes, so I don't get nearly enough hill training. The streets themselves also aren't in particularly good condition, so you have to pay a lot of attention to where you're going so that you're not stepping in potholes or uneven parts of the street. But the absolute best thing about this race, and probably one of the reasons I plan to keep coming back, are the residents. Their support is amazing. They're on the streets in the business areas, and they're in front of their homes in the residential areas, and they are cheering and offering support and encouragement. There are people of every age out there, from older people who are sitting in their wheelchairs smiling and waving at the passing racers to little kids out with their families. Some are cheering for specific people but many are cheering whoever comes by. Some offer assistance in the form of little snacks and treats, like pretzels and candy. A couple of women on one street had rolls of paper towels and were pulling off sheets to people who wanted them to wipe down a little from the humid morning. A couple of families were giving out little slices of oranges. There are school cheerleaders along the way as well, and while I will admit that I normally don't pay that much attention to them, these particular groups of girls seemed different. They were doing cheers of encouragement specifically aimed at the racers, and they really had just so much energy that you couldn't help but feel uplifted from it. And those little boosts help to sustain you during the course. The various bands I heard along the way were fun to listen to as well. I think my favorite entertainment on the course, though, were the taiko drummers. Love them.
And this year, I even interacted with the group of men who were in wigs and endowments, who showed up twice on the course. They provided an energetic boost and quiet gentle encouragement, whatever was needed by the particular runner. I particularly enjoyed getting the latter from them, just a nice quiet word and a pat on the shoulder as I ran past.
As I mentioned, the resident support is fantastic on this race. Special shout out to the residents on the stretch of the race from about mile 4.5 to mile 5. I really appreciated the special fuel you provided, and all with good humor.
I was definitely tired by the end of the race and feeling the hills along the course, but it was a good finish. I did meet my goal of having a faster time than last year's race, so I was pretty happy about that.
I'd carried a reminder of Robert with me during the race, my way of taking him with me this year. Robert and I met because of our mutual love of Disneyland, and Robert's favorite character was Sorcerer Mickey, so I had a little one with me during the entire race. Some people saw him and commented on him, and he's in all of my pictures for this race.
Thanks to Rock n Roll for a great race. It's incredibly well organized, especially when it involves being able to transport thousands of racers to the start line area. Thanks to all of the volunteers. You are very much appreciated. And thanks again to the residents of San Diego. You are awesome.
See you next year.
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Meagan Duhamel & Eric Radford: Bronze at Skate Canada 2013
Meagan Duhamel and Eric Radford have picked up the bronze medal at the 2013 Skate Canada International held at Harbour Station on Saturday afternoon (October 26) in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada.
The Canadian pairs skaters, 27 and 28, performed their short program just the day before (October 25) to a piece Eric actually wrote.
Eric studied at Toronto's Royal Conservatory of Music and wrote "Tribute" a day after the teams coach, Paul Wirtz died of cancer in 2006.
"Last year we came to this event, skated a clean short, and got 64, so this shows everything that we've been working towards and improving," Meagan shared. "We started with 64 last season and ended with a 73 at worlds, so this is exactly where we want to be. We want to hit those high 70s as we go into nationals and as we go into the Olympics. I think that it's a good step."
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Double world champion Hugo "Incredible" Cazares began his trip to Northern Ireland for the April 4 super bantamweight eliminator, ordered by the World Boxing Council (WBC), against unbeaten Northern Irishman Carl "Jackal" Frampton, Odyssey Arena in Belfast. Cazares (40-7-2, 27 KOs), highly ranked in the WBC ratings, traveled over with his team and feel confident of unseating Frampton ( 17-0, 12 KOs). The winner will get a crack at WBC champion Leo Santa Cruz.
"We did a good job here with all the gym equipment. I'm ready to face Frampton and return with the championship in the bag," said Cazares.