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When I was in the 5th grade, my mom (who was a travel agent) took my brother and I on an extraordinary adventure to Australia. We got to do everything from scuba dive the Great Barrier Reef to an Outback safari. As a budding musician, I was quite intrigued when I heard a live performance of didgeridoos. Not only did my mother buy me a small didgeridoo, but an Aborigine took the time to teach me how to circular breathe (a technique that allows for a continuous sound by inhaling through the nose while carefully pushing air out of your mouth with your cheeks) so I could play it properly.
Here's a short demonstration:
Fast forward to my sophomore year as a saxophone performance major at Northwestern University. I was taking a music theory class with Dr. Kevin Holm-Hudson and performing the assignment of composing a piece on one note. I had used my circular breathing skills during other performances on my saxophone several times, but this particular professor was very excited to hear this form of continuous breathing implemented. He asked where I learned to circular breathe and I explained the story from when I was 11 years old. This excited him even more because he had composed a piece for didgeridoo, voice, and synthesizers, and he was quickly realizing he had just found his didgeridoo player!
On November 21, 1996 in Regenstein Recital Hall, history was nearly made. It is only recently that I realized just how close I came to setting a world record (that would still be standing 21 years later) for continuous circular breathing on the didgeridoo. This contemporary piece that we performed was only intended to last a few minutes, but we three musicians (Michele Gillman, Kevin Holm-Hudson, and I) were lost in the music. With lights dimmed to near darkness and the steady stream of hypnotic sounds, it wasn't until Dr. Holm-Hudson realized we'd been playing for nearly 40 minutes that he signaled for the end of the piece.
Several times over the last two decades, it occurred to me that I really wanted to get my hands on that recording. I had never actually heard it and was curious how long I really lasted without stopping. A few weeks ago, I contacted the circulation desk at the Northwestern music library and for only $8, the entire program from that night was converted to mp3 files for me. 39 minutes and 20 seconds. Seamless. How on Earth did I do that???
And now my 11 year old son wants me to try to break the world record that appears to have been set in 1994 by Mark Atkins, who played a didgeridoo continuously for over 50 minutes. I have no doubt I could have kept playing for quite some time when I performed Night Crossings. How cool to think I could have held the world record all of this time had we kept going!
Enjoy the relaxing sounds of Night Crossings (1996) composed and performed by Michele Gillman and Kevin Holm-Hudson with me on didgeridoo. I am now a photographer living in Manhattan, Kansas, so I have taken the time to arrange a collection of landscape images that I have taken here in Kansas over the past few years to this fantastic piece of music.
Prints of all images included with this performance are available for purchase at this link.


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Community Announcements
Featuring some of the latest news about the Camp Kerry Society's programs, events, and more.
G&F Financial Brings New Life
This past week a couple of our Camp Kerry staff took a moment to say thank-you to our friends at G&F Financial Group – a company that truly supports "life beyond banking". G & F didn't hesitate when they were approached to be our 2018 Camp Kerry...read more
Holiday Outreach A Success
On Christmas Eve, members from our community came together to offer comfort (clothing, food, a warm fire and peer support) to those who are grieving and in need on the downtown Eastside of Vancouver, British Columbia. Camp Kerry team member and recipient...read more
Holiday Outreach: Vancouver
On December 24th members of our community will be out to offer comfort to those in need on the downtown Eastside of Vancouver by offering their support, some clothing and some food. This tradition was started by Camp Kerry team member, Joshua Dahling, in...read more
Retreat Day for Bereaved Families in Atlantic Canada
Thanks to the generous support of our partners from the Saint John Community Foundation, the Camp Kerry Society is pleased to offer our very first Family Day Retreat for the Winter Holiday Season, which will be hosted by our good friends at Snider Mountain Ranch in...read more
Day Retreat For Bereaved Families
Are you looking for the opportunity to connect with other families who are coping with grief and loss? Are you looking for strategies to help you and your children to cope with your loss during the busy holiday season? Are you looking for a place where you can remember your loved one(s) in a community with others who understand?read more
Spin for Camp Kerry
On November 4th, twenty six riders got together at Cadence Cycling Studio to raise funds and awareness for the Camp Kerry Society…read more
National Bereavement Day 2018
As a non-profit organization whose primary mandate is the provision of grief and loss supports, we invite you to join us and our partners in bringing public attention to this day, as well as to the crisis that pertains to the lack of bereavement resources in this country…read more
Celebrating Success In Ontario
This is the fifth year that the Camp Kerry Society has been offering its signature bereavement program to families in Ontario. We could not do it without the devotion and talents provided by our incredible team of volunteers…read more
Beyond One Voice: November Workshop
Join us on November 17 for an engaging and inspiring afternoon in which we will explore the power of Music within the context of Grief & Loss.read more
Camp Kerry Ontario's Fifth Year
This week marks my 8th Camp Kerry and the 5th year since we were able to bring the vision from British Columbia to Ontario. I think our first family bereavement retreat in Ontario had 5 families…this coming week we'll be hosting 17! It's been 5 years of incredibly hard work on behalf of amazing volunteers…read more
Beyond One Voice: October Workshop
This workshop is ideal for those coping with grief & loss and for those working/volunteering in helping professions. It will be facilitated by Accredited Music Therapists from the Camp Kerry Society.read more
Community Choir Registration Open for Fall Sessions
Registration is now open for Synergy! Whether you're an experienced choir member, or simply wanting to try something new, we'd love for you to join us. Currently we have sessions available on the North Shore and in New Westminster, British Columbia. For...read more
Atlantic Bereavement Retreat A Huge Success
Chances are that everybody already knows that the third Camp Kerry Atlantic family bereavement retreat was a HUGE success - word happens to travel fast in the Maritimes and we are proud of that... First and foremost, we want to thank our extraordinary...read more
Join Us for Our 5th Annual Golf Tournament
Whether you're a golf enthusiast, someone who wants to support a great cause, or simply someone who wants to make connections with other like minded people, the Annual Camp Kerry Golf Tournament Charity Fundraiser is rumoured to be one of the best around....read more
Beyond One Voice: Building Compassionate Community Through Dialogue & Song
VIP Community Celebration
Join us as we honour some people who have helped us improve the quality of Health Care across Canada through our award winning bereavement programs. Once again it's time... To gather our community To celebrate our 2017 Camp Kerry Society Award Winners To hear a live...read more
A Workshop On Grief & Loss
Presented by Registered Clinical Counselor and Accredited Music Therapist, Dr. Heather Mohan, along with Registered Art Therapist, Sophie Arkell, of the Camp Kerry Society. This workshop is designed for educators, counsellors, child & youth workers,...read more
Registration Opens Across Canada
Due to the solid fundraising efforts put forth by some our alumni, the generous contributions of our donors, and the gift of time offered by our outstanding team of volunteers, the Camp Kerry Society will be offering our award winning family bereavement...read more
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting ("AGM") of members of the Camp Kerry Society (the "Society") will be held at the Evergreen Cultural Centre, 1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam, British Columbia on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at 5:00 pm for the following...read more
2018 Scotiabank Vancouver Half Marathon & 5K Charity Challenge
The Camp Kerry Society is proud to have Famoso on board as a Corporate Partner this year. In appreciation of all those helping us to make a difference for children and families coping with grief, Famoso will be awarding gift certificates and more to Team...read more
Explore Your Creativity with the Camp Kerry Society
Festival of Loss and Healing
A Workshop On Grief & Loss
A workshop designed for educators, counsellors, child & youth workers, post-secondary students, and other professionals working with children experiencing grief and loss. Participants will gain an understanding of how grief differs for children and...read more
Camp Kerry Atlantic Gets A Kitchen Party
CBC host, Hance Colburne, from the Information Morning Show interviews Atlantic Program Director, Pam Pastirik, to help spread awareness about the Maritimes only family bereavement program, Camp Kerry Atlantic, and about the next big fundraiser for this...read more
Community Choir Registrations Open
We are pleased to announce that registration is now open for the next season of our Compassionate Community Choirs. Click HERE for more information and to register.read more
James Bidgood Memorial Hockey Day 2018
The 3rd Annual Bidgood Memorial Hockey Day Tournament is happening on Saturday, March 17, 2018 at the Asphodel-Norwood Ontario arena, and rumour has it that this years event is going to be BIGGER and better than ever before! So, if you're in the area come...read more
Save The Date!
Mark your calendars, tell your friends, and get ready for one the best Charity Golf Tournament around! The 5th Annual Camp Kerry Golf Tournament is happening on September 10, 2018 at the Beach Grove Golf Club in Tsawwassen, British Columbia. Registration...read more
8th Annual Homeless Outreach Vancouver Initiative
December 24, 2017 3 - 5 PM Oppenheimer Park, Vancouver, BC All are welcome to join us for the Camp Kerry Society's 8th Annual Homeless Outreach in Vancouver on Christmas Eve. We'll be giving out hugs, clothing, toys and food to hundreds of...read more
Synergy: A Christmas Choir Performance
All are welcome to attend a magical holiday performance by our Compassionate Community Choir, Synergy. Whether you're looking for a way to connect and meet others for support over the holiday season, or simply want to rejoice in some live music, we'd love...read more
National Bereavement Day: Starting A Dialogue
We extend our appreciation to the CBC for helping us to bring some awareness with regard to Canada's very first National Bereavement Day. A recording of Dr. Heather Mohan's interview with On the Coast's, Stephen Quinn, can be found simply by clicking on the button...read more
National Bereavement Day Canada
Tuesday, November 21, 2017 marks the very first National Bereavement Day in Canada. This is a day for all of us to reflect on the legacies of those who have died, and the connections and relationships that continue to shape our lives. As a non-profit...read more
Coping with End of Life Award
The Camp Kerry Society is proud to be the recipient of the 2018 Coping with End of Life Award, which recognizes our BC Family Bereavement Retreat Program,"Camp Kerry, for improving the quality of health care in British Columbia. Aside from the recognition,...read more
Painting for a Purpose: Camp Kerry Atlantic
Please join us for another Painting for a Purpose Event to raise funds for our next family bereavement retreat in August, 2018. In the past year our painting events have raised enough funds to send 2 families to our amazing retreat. Your support has meant...read more
One Reason To Give
We are proud to announce that on October 22 one of our very own special alumni, Jeanette S., from Ontario has taken the lead to organize the Camp Kerry team in the Toronto Charity Challenge and Marathon events. Here's her story and one reason why you should consider...read more
The Picture Is Worth A Thousand Words
In 2007, the very first family bereavement retreat program in Canada – Camp Kerry - was launched off of the Sunshine Coast in British Columbia. Since then, these retreats have grown significantly in size and are now offered in various locations across the country....read more
Behind Closed Doors Event
Camp Kerry Ontario is delighted to be part of this year's Behind Closed Doors event at Lansdowne Place Mall in Peterborough, Ontario! The event takes place on Saturday, September 9th from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM. Tickets are available NOW at Lansdowne Place's Customer...read more
Join Us for our 4th Annual Golf Tournament: September 18, 2017
Rumor has it that the Annual Camp Kerry Golf Tournament, which raises funds to help provide Grief & Loss Support to children, youth and adults from all over the province of British Columbia and beyond, is one of the best there is. What makes it so exciting?...read more
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction: Registration Open
We are pleased to announce that registration is now open for the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction program, which is currently being offered in New Westminster and Coquitlam, British Columbia. For more information and to register please click on the button...read more
Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon & Charity Challenge
The Charity Challenge On October 22, 2017, Team Camp Kerry will be participating in the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K events and we'd love for you to join us. As a team member, you can take on the Charity Challenge to help us...read more
Registration Now Open for Synergy
Join us as we engage the power of singing in community to stand against the isolating impact of Illness, Grief, Loss, PTSD, Anxiety and Depression. All are welcome and no previous singing experience needed!read more
Registration Open for Camp Kerry Ontario
The magic continues when people just like you take a moment to give. BIG HUGS to all who have contributed both time and resources to Ontario's only family bereavement retreat program. It is because of your generosity that we have some wonderful news... Registration is...read more
Registration Now Open for Camp Kerry Atlantic
We are delighted to announce that registration is now open for Camp Kerry Atlantic - Atlantic Canada's only family bereavement retreat program! Space is limited so be sure to register early by clicking on the information button below.read more
Another Great Creation
We extend a heartfelt thanks to all of you who came out for another one of our "Painting for a Purpose" fundraisers for Camp Kerry Atlantic. It is because of the compassionate support of people like you that we're able to keep the torch lit and continue carrying a...read more
Notice of 2017 Annual General Meeting
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of members of the Camp Kerry Society ("the Society") will be held at the Evergreen Cultural Centre, 1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam, British Columbia on Wednesday, June 7, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. for the following...read more
Soap Making Classes for a Cause
The Inspiration Soap Company, Kerry's Boutique & 100 Braid Street Studios are teaming up to offer a very special day of Soap Making Classes for a Cause on June 3, 2017. Proceeds from these classes will be used to help fund bereavement services for children, youth...read more
VIP Community Celebration
Once again it's time… To gather our community of supporters, alumni, participants, staff and volunteers To celebrate our 2016 Camp Kerry Society Award winners To hear a live performance by the Camp Kerry Community Choir To share good food, good conversation, good...read more
Reconciliation Circles
May 29, 2017 7:00 - 8:30 PM July 4, 2017 7:00 - 8:30 PM The Camp Kerry Society is pleased to announce the launch of our new Reconciliation Circles Program which is being offered in partnership with Douglas College's Aboriginal Student Services. These circles provide a...read more
Brenan's Funeral Homes & Crematorium Take Action to Support a Family
Karen Bremner (Managing Director) and Stephen MacMackin (President) of Brenan's Funeral Homes & Crematorium go above and beyond by presenting Pam Pastirik, Director of Camp Kerry Atlantic, with a cheque for $3000.00! These funds will be used to send a family to...read more
Scotiabank Vancouver Half Marathon & 5K Charity Challenge
The Charity Challenge On June 25, 2017, Team Camp Kerry will be participating in the Scotiabank Vancouver Half Marathon & 5K and we'd love for you to join us. As a team member, you can take on the Charity Challenge to help us raise some serious cash - cash that...read more
Registration Now Open for Camp Kerry BC
We are pleased to announce that registration is now open for Camp Kerry British Columbia - Canada's first family bereavement retreat program! Space is limited so be sure to register early by clicking on the information button below.read more
East Coast Celebration
Come on out for a fun-filled night featuring North Atlantic Drift, Clan Hannigan and Mcallum's Reach - all performing live at the Historic Red Dog in Downtown Peterborough, Ontario! Proceeds from this event will benefit bereaved children and families.read more
6th Annual Kirk Gaskell Memorial Cup
All are invited to attend the 6th Annual Gaskell Memorial Cup on Saturday March 25th, 2017 at the Evinrude Centre in Peterborough, Ontario, from 8:00 am - 6:00 pm. This event is great for individuals and families with lots of fun and activities. Featuring NHL Hockey...read more
2nd Annual Bidgood Memorial Hockey Tournament: March 11, 2017
You are invited to attend the 2nd Annual Bidgood Memorial Hockey Day Tournament on Saturday, March 11, 2017 at the Asphodel-Norwood Ontario arena! The full day of family fun begins at 7am Eastern Standard Time and will include; prizes, a bake sale, a licensed bar,...read more
Invitation to Our Spring Concert: Camp Kerry Community Choir
All are invited to join us for an evening of magic! Friday, March 24th, 2017 7:00 PM North Shore Unitarian Church (370 Mathers Ave, West Vancouver, BC) The Camp Kerry Community Choir is comprised of people who have experienced significant loss and/or a life...read more
Volunteer Orientation for Kerry's Boutique
Looking for something to do? Have a passion for helping others? Want to make a difference? If so, this opportunity might interest you. We are currently looking for hard-working volunteers to commit to a minimum of one 4 hour shift per month in our charity thrift...read more
If you are coping with illness, pain, or stress then our Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction program offered in partnership with Douglas College just might be the remedy you've been searching for. Learn to calm your mind and body and a whole lot more by participating...read more
Painting for a Purpose: March 21, 2017
Back by popular demand, we are pleased to announce that our 3rd Painting for a Purpose event will be occurring on March 21! Proceeds raised will be used to help support children, youth and families through the Camp Kerry Atlantic bereavement services. Artist and host,...read more
Convenient Grief & Loss Support
Due to popular demand, the Camp Kerry Society is pleased to announce new changes to our Circles of Strength Bereavement Support groups which are currently offered in North Vancouver (since 1998) and New Westminster, BC. Both groups are now being offered on weekends...read more
Community Stories of Truth & Reconciliation
We welcome you to this thoughtful and insightful community conversation on reconciliation and how community groups, volunteer boards, institutions and individuals can join in on the ongoing process. For further information about this event and the Witness Blanket we...read more
Join Us for Our Community Choir Concert
Workshop: Living with Transitions, Loss & Change
Century House is teaming up with the Camp Kerry Society on an afternoon of conversation on Living With Transitions, Loss and Change. Seniors who are experiencing feelings of frustration, anger, anxiety, fear, sadness, emptiness or loneliness are invited to attend a...read more
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Course
Please note that late registrations for this course will be accepted no later than November 2, 2016. However, if you would like to attend our Mindfulness program in the future then please contact the Camp Kerry Society's Head Office to express your interest.read more
New Brunswick Children's Foundation Helps Launch The Inaugural Camp Kerry Atlantic Programs
New Brunswick Children's Foundation Helps Launch The Inaugural Camp Kerry Atlantic Programs Today the New Brunswick Children's Foundation showed their support for bereaved children & youth in New Brunswick when representative, Peggy Brittain, presented Camp Kerry...read more
SUP Yoga Healing for Grief
SUP Yoga Healing For Grief Thanks to the generosity and kindness from Shannon of Ceiba Tree Yoga a group of teens from BC's Camp Kerry Youth Group had the opportunity to enjoy an exciting new experience during the final week of August. Shannon and her...read more
Congratulations to Our Amazing Charity Challenge Team!
Today was an exceptional one for Team Camp Kerry members who participated in the Scotiabank Vancouver Half Marathon & 5KM events where personal goals were exceeded, old times conquered, and positive memories created. Cheers to all who came out and gave it their...read more
Youth Retreat Day A Success
Youth Day Retreat A Success Over the weekend youth from various regions located across the lower mainland of British Columbia (Burnaby, Coquitlam, Delta, New Westminster, Surrey, & West Vancouver) came together for a Camp Kerry Youth Day Retreat. For some, it was...read more
Camp Kerry Community Open House 2016
Hello British Columbia! It's time … To gather our community of supporters, alumni, participants, staff and volunteers To reconnect with old friends and meet new ones To celebrate our 2015 Camp Kerry Society Award winners To share good food, good conversation and good...read more
Notice of 2016 Annual General Meeting
NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING CAMP KERRY SOCIETY (the "Society") NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the annual general meeting of members of the Society will be held at Knox Presbyterian Church, 403 East Columbia Street, New Westminster, British Columbia on June 11, 2016...read more
Miramichi Leader: Camp Kerry Atlantic News Article
Thanks to the extraordinary show of support from businesses and families located all over the province of New Brunswick, news about Camp Kerry Atlantic has been spreading fast. This featured article in the Mirachichi Leader explains more and is certainly worth a...read more
CBC News: Bereavement Camp Coming to Miramichi Area
Camp Kerry Atlantic will open in September at Upper Oxbow Outdoor Adventures near Miramichi. Pastirik said she has received quite a bit of interest. Three families have already registered... View full story by Paul Hantiuk, CBC News....read more
Spring Gallery Hop a Huge Success
Thanks to all of our supporters for our very first fundraiser for Camp Kerry Atlantic at Trinity Galleries during the spring Gallery Hop! It was a great opportunity to network and raise awareness about the need for bereavement care in Atlantic Canada. Together, we...read more
Join Our Team: Scotiabank Charity Challenge Vancouver
Team Camp Kerry is participating in the 2016 Scotiabank Charity Challenge at the Scotiabank Vancouver Half Marathon on Jun 26, 2016! Come join in the fun by being part of our team: Step One - Sign up as a runner or walker by clicking here and select "Register To Run...read more
Camp Kerry Community Choir Spring Concert
Come out and enjoy a night of harmony singing and community connection ... Three community vocal ensembles from 3 different communities (Vancouver, North Shore, New Westminster) will celebrate spring by coming together to share the music they've been preparing over...read more
The Place To Be
A positive buzz has emanated across the lower mainland of British Columbia and beyond since our Community Open House this past weekend. The feedback from attendees has been uplifting and definitely rewarding for our small team to receive for we are all highly...read more
Damn Fools Rocked Their Hearts Out for Families
Our organization has had the privilege of working with a group of very talented & loving guys over the past few weeks and we are truly grateful for all they have done to support bereaved families through us. On September 28 Vancouver rock band, The Damn Fools,...read more
Well Received in Peterborough
As temperatures rapidly dropped from fourteen to a chilly three degrees Celsius outside, the historic corridors and reputable theatre of Peterborough Collegiate Vocational School were once again ignited last night as people poured in to attend Windows of the Heart....read more
Heroes Amongst Us
The Camp Kerry Society would like to congratulate Brad A. Falconer and Roy S. Klohn for their outstanding achievements. It was recently brought to our attention that these two members of the Camp Kerry team received the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal from...read more
Breaking Ground with the Camp Kerry Bereavement Care Model
In the spring of this year Camp Kerry founder, Dr. Heather Mohan (PhD, RCC) and Shelley Hermer (MSW, RSW) family therapist and member of the Camp Kerry team, submitted an abstract for the 19th International Palliative Care Congress in Montreal. Their abstract...read more


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Bubblr - you begin by thinking of a topic or theme and type it in the box which will search for images. Then, you just need to drag the image of your choice to the screen as you can see here on the right. The next step is to drag a speech bubble into the screen and write your contribution. The last step is to share your work in your blog, social network or even simply email it to friends.
Three possible ways of using Bubblr are:
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8301 Parklane Road, Columbia, SC 29223
Meeting Theme - New Directions: Understanding Complex Ecologies in a Changing World
Plenary I
Bridging the Gap from Measurement Theory to the Classroom Instruction Using Cognitive Diagnostic Modeling – Dr. Terry Ackerman
Session 1B: South Carolina High School Assessments
1B.1: Perspectives on the End-of-Course Examination for U.S. History and the Constitution Student Achievement –Go & Skinner
1B.2: Spring 2009 HSAP Scores: What Happened? – Saunders & Brailsford
Session 1C: School Improvement and Climate Studies
1C.1: Turning Around a Low-Performing Urban High School – Egelson, Jurs, Donnolley, & Heitger-Ewing
1C.2: The Relationship between School Climate and School Performance– Gareau, Monrad, DiStefano, May, Price, Ishikawa, & Mindrila
Plenary II
Reporting Facts, Measuring Change, Promoting Progress -Education Oversight Committee: Anderson, Barton, Potter, & Yow
Session 2A: Workshop Presentations
2A.1: South Carol's Statewide Longitudinal Data System – West
2A.2: Graduation Rate: New Federal Data Requirements – West
Session 2B: Workshop Presentation
Measuring Program Implementation: Lessons on Methodology – Bennett, Gareau, Gilmore, Dickenson, Monrad, Johnson, Loudermilk, Price, & Sesso-Dahlke
Session 2C: Workshop Presentation
Teacher Action Research: Using Data to Improve Kindergarten Students' Writing Skills – Pickett & Elam
Session 2D: Poster Session I
2D.1: Impact of Reducing State-Mandated Social Studies Testing on Elementary Teachers' Instruction - Vogler
2D.2: Guidelines for Selection of Mathematics Disability Diagnostic Tools - Rao & Greer
Session 3A: Arts Education
Mixing it Up: Incorporating Quantitative and Qualitative Approaches to Investigate Arts Integration Efforts - Morgan & Lewis
Session 3B: Assessment for Special Education Students
Using Cognitive Lab Methodology to Investigate Science Inquiry Items for use on an AA-MAS –-Dickenson, Price, Bennett, Gilmore, & Payne
Session 3C: Writing Instruction
Teaching Conventions in Writing: Is there a "Better" Method? – Jimenez
Day 2: Friday, February 26, 2010
Plenary III
Looking Back To Look Ahead - Dr. Stephen Hefner
Session 4A: Symposium
Setting Performance Standards and Scaling the Palmetto Assessments of State Standards (PASS): Practical, Political, and Technical Issues - Potter & Saunders
Session 4B: Intervention for High School Students
4B.1: The Effectiveness of the Response-to-Intervention Process for At-risk High School Students - Scott
4B.2: A Cost-Benefit Analysis of Three Technology Interventions: Impact on Grades Year Following Intervention - Nesbit & Clark Lindle
Session 4C: Teacher Training Studies
4C.1: An Initial Study of a Method for Instructing Educators about the Revised Taxonomy - Sultana & Johnson
4C.2: Well Rounded Teachers: The Efficacy of Rounds in Teacher Education - Zenger, Gilmore, & Payne
Session 5A: Workshop
The Intersection of Research and Practice: Impacting Schools and Communities - C. Williams
Session 5B: Dual Enrollment and History Education
5B.1: The Influence of Dual Enrollment Policy and Practice on College Student Persistence - D'Amico, Morgan, Robertson, & Rivers (SCEPUR 2010 Distinguished Paper Award Winner!)
5B.2: The Impact of Professional Development on Using American History Textbooks: A Case Study to Understand Newer Directions from Teachers' Perspectives - Sultana & Petrulis
5C: Early Childhood Studies
5C.1: Early Reading First: Effective Utilization of Evaluation Results - Pelt
5C.2: Systematic Observations for Assessment of Preschool Classroom Quality in the Child Development Education Pilot Program (CDEPP) - Greer, Brown, Knopf, & J. Williams
5D: Poster Session II
5D.1: Wait, What was I Doing? Investigating the Impact of Distraction During Rating in a Music Performance Assessment - Zhu, Lewis, Zhang, Pearsall, Yap, & Johnson
5D.2: Graduate Students' Views of the Relationship Between Teaching and Research Across the Disciplines - Glab, Gilmore, Maher, & Timmerman
Plenary IV
Wrapping Up with Accountability - Division of Accountability, South Carolina Department of Education: West, Busbee, Abbott, Jones, Moore, & Huggins


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2016 Message From The President
Denver 2016… Here we Come!
We can hardly wait to see you in Denver! The 2016 conference theme is "Creating, Building and Designing with Sociology." Great location, great theme, and our organization's well-known community warmth all in one place for the convergence of learning and action. The boundaries among professional fields are blurring. In addition to our growing community of AACS members, we want to open the conference to policy, program and project leaders, business, health care and government professionals who use sociology everyday (knowingly or not) to create new realities. The mission of the Association for Applied and Clinical Sociology encourages us to do this. We can all draw on our common and distinct tools as craftsmen, artists, builders, visionaries and leaders.
These professionals do NOT need to be sociologists. The meeting will be a point of mutual learning and growth among practitioners in the field and professionals challenged with building systems for human improvement. Other disciplines will be welcome and feel at home with us sharing their strategies, projects, policies and programs for improving the human condition. This is a chance to move beyond the "Sociological Imagination" to "Sociological Creativity."
Now it is time to do three things. First, mark your calendar today. Make plans to join us at the Doubletree by Hilton Denver Tech Center on October 6-8, 2016. The Doubletree by Hilton Denver is in Greenwood Village, Colorado. The hotel provides a solid set of facilities, with easy light rail access to the highlights of the City of Denver. Conference rates are more than reasonable at a price of $119.00/ night. Take a look at the hotel's amenities and its location relative to downtown Denver (see http://doubletree3.hilton.com/en/hotels/colorado/doubletree-by-hilton-hotel-denver-tech-center-DENEWDT/index.html ). The site seems ideal. As you make your travel and conference plans for 2016, make sure you include the 2016 AACS Meeting.
Second, start thinking about ways to participate in the conference. The call for presentations will be available soon. We welcome a variety of ways to transfer your knowledge from traditional papers to dynamic, interactive sessions.
Third, and finally, when Vice President, Jim Wiest and the program committee make their call for presentations – do it, send in your proposal!
Let us make the 2016 Denver Conference exceptional!
Stephen F. Steele, PhD
President, AACS 2015-16


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Gateway's Show Us Your Spots contest is at an end, and the winner is picked: some kid named Matt, who permanently brands himself a Gateway fanatic, all to win the system and spite his jerk friend Billy who calls him a Noob all the time. (Guess it worked.) Check out the runners-up, and our impressions of their noble but misguided attempts:
Cow rapper guy is funny, but you know he can't win because all that dancing at the end only leaves his viewers scarred for life:
We're glad we watched Redneck Slip-n-Slide before YouTube introduced smell-o-vision. Still, we think that cat has the right idea (get outta the way!!!):
We commend the boys behind "Our Great Heights" for their professed love of cheese and the high risk to their nads:
OK, now this one is just gross:
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What is Chuck Currie running for now?
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No mention of what office he might be running for -- just "Don't forget me -- I'm blue!" Perhaps his friend Deborah "the Latest" Kafoury is going to hop off the Multnomah County commission and run for Portland City Council; then Reverend Chuck can take another run at the county gig. It would be fun -- like bringing Erik Sten back to Portland and putting him back in office.


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[Kochia scoparia]
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The attraction of this shrub is the foliage. Upright, rounded and bushy, this temporary shrub has dense, finely textured light green 2-3 inch leaves in summer turning to brilliant red in fall. An outstanding background for beds and borders. Height 3 feet.
Start seed inside 6-8 weeks before planting out. Soak seed for 24 hours and then surface sow, do not cover and provide a soil temperature of 21-24°C (70-75°F). Watch out for damping off, keep growing medium on the dry side. May also be direct sowed 1-2 weeks before last frost. Transplant around last frost date, 18-24" apart. If you are planting a hedge, space them 12" apart. Kochia prefers full sun and warm conditions. Will often self-seed.
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Full Sun to Light Shade
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This is a great look alike from the same family as Queen Annes Lace, but much more attractive, use this annual for containers, beds, and borders. Boasting professional cutflower characteristics such as uniform germination, even growth, strong upright stems, and no yellowing of the leaves. Height 2-3 feet tall. Available from Veseys Seeds.
Best direct seeded in early to mid-spring, when soil has warmed. Sow every two weeks to provide successive blooms for cutting. Lightly cover seed and firm. Thin plants to 12" apart when the seedlings are two inches high. Do not fertilize, unless leaves are yellowing, in which case use a small quantity of Nitrogen fertilizer. Grow in a full sun to lightly shaded location.
[Consolida ambigua]
Full Sun to Partial Shade
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Finely cut, feathery foliage displaying handsome long floral spikes of double blossoms with colors in deep blue, lilac, rose, pink and white. A vigorous grower that blooms abundantly. Height 3-4 feet.
May be started inside 6-8 weeks before transplanting in peat pots, but direct sowing in early spring or late autumn is preferable. Does not transplant well. Cover seed lightly and keep dark and cool; 13-16°C (55-60°F). Space 10-12" apart in a full sun location. May need to be staked.
[Laurentia petrea (White Stars), Laurentia axillaris (Blue Stars)]
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Delicate star shaped flowers on a very compact, neat plant. Flowers are about 1 inch in diameter. Height 6 inches.
Start seed indoors fourteen weeks before last frost date. Sow on the surface and do not cover the seed and propagate at 18-20°C. Germination should begin to take place after 10 to 14 days. After germination, reduce temperature to 15-18°C. Plant out after last frost date 20cm (8") apart into full sun location. Regular trimming keeps plants looking fresh and producing more flowers.
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Hardy annual commonly known as Mallow and a cousin of hibiscus and hollyhock. Attractive in cutting gardens, borders, along fences or hedges.
May be started 4-6 weeks before transplanting in peat pots. Does not transplant well, so is often direct seeded in early spring or late fall. Cover seed with 1/4-1/2 inch of soil. Direct seed in late spring or early spring when a light frost is still possible, or once the soil has warmed to 18-21°C (65-70°F). Space plants 18-24 inches apart in full sun. Water, fertilize and deadhead regularly.
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Start inside 12 weeks before last spring frost date. Sow pellets on surface, provide light and bottom heat. Seed should germinate in 7-14 days. Use in hanging baskets or containers in full sun. Foliage may appear green in early spring or late fall when day length is short or under shady conditions. Quite drought and heat tolerant. Grows 8 inches high and 18 inches long.
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Delicate, dwarf habit. Bright colored flowers in shades of magenta rose, speckled pink, yellow, blue and white. Ideal for bedding, rock gardens, containers and as a cutflower. A very productive plant which is extra easy to grow. Blooms all summer. Height 4-6 inches.
Start inside 4-6 weeks early or direct seed 2-3 weeks before last frost. Plants grow and bloom very fast. Lightly cover seed and provide a soil warmth of 16°C (60°F). Space 4-6 inches apart in full sun. Water during dry spells. Shear plants if bloom slows down to encourage a profuse second bloom. May self-seed.
Lobelia (Riviera Mixed)
[Lobelia erinus]
Full Sun to Partial Shade
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Profusions of blooms mound on compact green and bronze foliage for a unique color combination in this dwarf type lobelia. Contrasting shades of blue, pink, white and lilac. Early flowering and compact growth habit makes Riviera Mix a popular choice. Height 5-6 inches.
Start inside 8-10 weeks before last frost. Sprinkle the tiny seeds on soil surface and press lightly. Do not cover. Provide light and keep warm; 21-24°C (70-75°F). Water only from below and watch for signs of damping off. A fungicidal drench will also help to prevent damping off. Transplant 1 week after last frost. Space 4-6 inches apart in part shade to full sun. Must not dry out. Place plants at least 4 inches in from container edges. Shear overgrown plants to encourage bushier growth.
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In a bid to pre-empt leaks -- "Our experience has shown we can't keep such things secret," said president and CEO Heinrich Pierer -- Siemens today announced its fiscal 1998 results and revealed details of its plan for sustainable growth. Central to the strategy is the company's withdrawal from the components business. The key section of Siemens' Components division, its semiconductors operation, will be listed on the stock market. Pierer claimed the motive behind the move was nothing to do with the Semiconductors division's earnings -- some areas, he said, including power semiconductors, high-frequency ICs and chipcard ICs continued to be strong and contribute to the company's bottom line. "The primary reason is the high demand for capital, which we can no longer satisfy alone over the long term," he said. "The semiconductor business is marked by high, yet unsteady growth with huge fluctuations in earnings. This has a major impact on the company's overall results." The IPO, he added, would "open up new entrepreneurial opportunities" within the company and make the business well suited for "partnerships or mergers". The company will also seek the best way to divest itself of its Passive Components and Electron Tubes section, said Pierer, probably by selling it to Matsushita. These moves, plus changes to Siemens' industrial operations, represent the sale of around DM17 million, one-seventh of Siemens' worldwide total revenue, or as Pierer put it, 60,000 employees. It's not clear whether this includes the jobs cut as part of the closure of the company's Tyneside fab. However, he showed some confusion over where these jobs will go. "This does not mean 60,000 jobs will be lost. On the contrary, these jobs will have a far better long-term perspective in a different constellation," he said ungrammatically. We naturally expect news of a merger with the people of Betelgeux, one of the major stars in Orion, real soon now... Siemens' 1998 results showed profits rise just two per cent to DM2.66 billion. However, despite the sale of the company's Defence Electronics group, restructuring charges brought that down to a loss of DM1.74 billion. Orders rose six per cent during the year to DM119.6 billion, while sales grew by ten per cent to DM117.8 billion. The Semiconductor operation was highlighted for its negative contribution to Siemens results -- it lost DM1.2 billion compared to a profit of Dm109 million last year. Siemens Nixdorf saw a "light decline" in earnings thanks to "massive pressure on prices in the entire industry". ® Click for more stories Click for story index


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According to Registrar Kristie Vortherms who has led the Academic Advisement and Registration initiative, "We recognize that it's important for students to create a relationship with their academic advisor as soon as possible. It will help the new students feel connected to Southeast Tech before they step on campus in August and because of that, new students will have that opportunity earlier than ever before."
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Across the Academy is a weekly summary of news that highlights the U.S. Soccer Development Academy, its clubs and players, as well as alumni and Youth National Team activity. Across the Academy will be available for the duration of the 2014-15 season.
U-14 Futsal Regionals in Full Swing: The first two regional futsal showcases for the Development Academy's U-13/14 age group took place in the SoCal and Texas regions over the Jan. 24-25 weekend. The upcoming Jan. 31-Feb. 1 weekend includes regionals in Florida, Mid-America and NorCal, followed by regionals in New England, North Carolina and Pennsylvania-New Jersey over the Feb. 7-8 stretch. The showcases, which are part of the Academy's futsal period that started in December and runs through February, feature a minimum of four futsal matches over the two-day stretch.
Futsal Top Performers:
- Kevin Negrete (LA Galaxy): Negrete, a U-14 BNT pool player, scored 13 goals in four games for an average of 3.25 goals per game. Negrete found the back of the net seven times in a dominant role in the LA Galaxy attack, demonstrating a strong finishing ability while working well in tight spaces.
- Blaine Ferri (Solar Chelsea): Ferri, a U-14 BNT pool player, showed technical superiority in high pressure situations. He was heavily involved in the attack, creating a smooth transition from defense to attack. His 1-vs.-1 abilities and vision allowed him to be the most effective player on the court, while also showing comfort on the ball, high speed of play and overall awareness.
Planning Your Soccer Pathway: Development Academy clubs attended an informational session hosted by Nelson Rodriguez, Managing Director of National Team Advisory Services, and other U.S. Soccer staff on Saturday, Jan. 24. Nelson spoke to players and their families about planning their future soccer career. Topics of discussion included education on FIFA regulations and eligibility, discuss college soccer and NCAA eligibility/rules and requirements to become a professional.
U-20 MNT Advances to World Cup in New Zealand: The U.S. Under-20 Men's National Team defeated El Salvador 2-0 on Saturday in its playoff at the 2015 CONCACAF U-20 Championship. The USA earned third place in the tournament and qualified for the 2015 FIFA U-20 World Cup in New Zealand. Ben Spencer, formerly of Chivas USA and Real Salt Lake AZ, scored the opening goal and former Arsenal FC and LA Galaxy Academy midfielder Paul Arriola tallied in the second half for the USA. Goalkeeper Zack Steffen, previously of FC DELCO, came up with a clutch penalty kick save early in the second half. Romain Gall, who previously played for Real Salt Lake AZ, shared tournament golden boot honors with five goals and was also named to the all-tournament team.
Window Closing for Full-Time Player Adds: A reminder to all Academy clubs: This Saturday, Jan. 31, is the last day to add any full-time players before this second window ends. Please send all requests to Nery Amaya at firstname.lastname@example.com.
For the latest Development Academy results, information and more, visit academy.demosphere.com and ussoccer.com's Academy section. Follow the Academy on Twitter @ussoccer_acad, Instagram and Facebook.
ACADEMY QUICK HITS (Jan. 24-25):
- West Conference: In a matchup of the top two Northwest Division teams at the U-18 age group, second-place Seattle Sounders FC tightened the gap in the standings with a 2-1 victory against first-place Vancouver Whitecaps FC. Sean Bowman scored the game-winner in the 84th minute and MacArthur Clarke contributed the game's opening goal for Seattle in the 10th minute. Bowman leads the Sounders with 14 goals in 16 games this season.
- Central Conference: The Colorado Rapids U-18s garnered one of its strongest victories of the season, going on the road to defeat the Frontier Division-leading Houston Dynamo 2-0 on Saturday. Nathan Braaten and JT Grover each tallied a first-half goal and the Rapids defense shut out a Houston offense that had scored a combined 16 goals in its previous four matches. The win was the Colorado's third of the season, and Houston continues to hold onto first place in the division at 10-2-1 (2.38 points per game).
- East Conference: Weston FC enjoyed an unbeaten weekend for both age groups. The U-16s posted a scoreless draw against Charlotte Soccer Academy and a 1-1 draw against the Carolina Rapids. At the U-18s, Weston's Andres Cepeda scored an 80th-minute game-winner to lead his side to a 2-1 victory against Charlotte Soccer Academy. Weston followed that up with a 4-1 win against the Carolina Rapids as Tomas Garcia-Morillo and Maximiliano Stiegwardt each scored two goals.
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- Academy Player of the Week: Christian Lucatero of the Houston Dynamo U-18s received high scout ratings for his performance during the team's match against the Colorado Rapids on Saturday. Lucatero leads the Frontier Division-leading Dynamo with seven goals in 12 games.
- Academy Referee of the Week: Kevin Broadley, a 27-year-old Grade 7 referee from North Carolina, was named the Academy Referee of the Week for his work during the U-16 and U-18 games between Weston FC and Charlotte Soccer Academy on Saturday. Broadley has been working Academy matches since 2012 and was part of the 2014 Academy Winter Showcase and the U-14 regional showcase in Winston-Salem. He also has worked matches in USL PRO, the NPSL and W-League.
For all Development Academy results, standings and more, visit academy.demosphere.com or click on the following links:
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Roster Named for U-17 Residency's Spring Semester: U.S. Under-17 Men's National Team head coach Richie Williams has named a 28-player roster for the U-17 Residency Program this spring semester, with 25 of the players currently registered with Academy clubs. The U-17s are gearing up for the 2015 CONCACAF U-17 Championship in late February and early March.
U-18s Open Year at Copa Mexico: A group of 20 players – 18 with current Academy ties – will represent the U.S. Under-18 Men's National Team at the 2015 Copa Chivas Tournament in Guadalajara, Mexico. The USA opens its Group A stage against Monarcas Morelia on Friday. The U.S. then faces Cruzeiro Esporte Clube (Jan. 31), Club Tijuana (Feb. 2) and Club Deportivo Universidad Catolica (Feb. 3). The FC Dallas U-18 Academy team also will be in the competition in Group C against Atlas, Atlético Paranaense, Chivas Guadalajara and Urawa Red Diamonds.
- ESPN FC: In this year's edition of the top 10 players under the age of 21, ESPN FC's list includes six players with Development Academy ties: Emerson Hyndman (1), Tommy Thompson (6), Zack Steffen (7), Junior Flores (8), Paul Arriola (9) and Christian Pulisic (10).
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Thanks family and friends for all of your support as we go through all of these changes in our life!
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Tucker Wayne Stokes - August 28, 2010
Thanks family and friends for all of your support as we go through all of these changes in our life!
28 comments:
- Suzanne said...
What a beautiful family!!! I am glad to hear that things went well! Linz- you look great!! I wish that I look that good after. Keep us posted and know that we love you guys lots!!
- August 28, 2010 at 1:49 PM
- Megan and Braden Edwards said...
Such a cutie! Lindsey you look so good in these hospital pictures, you learned your lesson haha jk! Miss you guys!
- August 28, 2010 at 1:57 PM
- Merry said...
- August 28, 2010 at 1:57 PM
- Jacquie loves Ryan said...
Congrats! He is so cute! I can't believe you're a family of 4 now. So crazy! We love you guys!
- August 28, 2010 at 2:35 PM
- Heidi Joncas said...
Yay! Congratulations!!
- August 28, 2010 at 2:44 PM
- Lori said...
Ahh! Congratulations!! What a cute name for a cute little guy. You have so many amazing things going on in your life right now! So excited for you. Make sure you get some good rest... way to go!!
- August 28, 2010 at 2:59 PM
- Michael said...
Congrats. Love the shirt Lindsey.
- August 28, 2010 at 3:23 PM
YAY!! I have been waiting for this! Congrats! I love his name! Hope you all are doing well. Lots of love from the Lewis Family
- August 28, 2010 at 3:25 PM
- Janell said...
Congrats you guys! We will have to take a road trip and come see you when you are all settled in Boise! He is a cutie! Still can't believe you beat us to two! =)
- August 28, 2010 at 5:01 PM
- Jennifer Woodbury said...
Congratulations Stokes family!
- August 28, 2010 at 5:58 PM
- taytum said...
Holy cow! You must have commented on my facebook and pushed him out like an hour later! I'm so happy for you, but I'll admit more than a little jealous!!!!
- August 28, 2010 at 7:21 PM
- Kristin and Mike Jenson said...
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- August 28, 2010 at 7:58 PM
- Kristin and Mike Jenson said...
So I commented and it didn't show up? Anyways, as I was saying Tuck-tuck (this is my name for him) is a beast compared to K's 5lbs. He is a keeper though. I just want to cuddle him, which is hard given the current proximity between us. Guess I will just have to start looking at tickets to Boise... I am unemployed :) You guys all look great. Congrats, we miss you tons!!
ps- I can't believe how long and blonde K's hair has gotten. *tears*
- August 28, 2010 at 8:01 PM
- The Miller's said...
CONGRATS!!!! SO happy for you!!! Love the name too!!! Cute little family!!! Love the red shirt Lindsey ha ha we have one too!!!
- August 28, 2010 at 8:40 PM
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- August 29, 2010 at 9:28 AM
- The Arbuckle's said...
Congrats again. He looks so similar to Kerrigan. Good luck with the move and life with 2 kids. Miss you guys.
- August 29, 2010 at 10:20 AM
- Williamson family said...
Yeah!! He is beautiful. 6 hour labor, not bad:) Good luck with the next weeks ahead!
- August 29, 2010 at 11:32 AM
- Ami said...
so cute! You guys look great! Can't wait to meet him.
- August 29, 2010 at 3:17 PM
- Amanda said...
Yeah! We're happy for you!
- August 29, 2010 at 4:21 PM
- rachel said...
yeah!!! What a cute name. You looks so good you put the rest of us to shame. congrats!
- August 29, 2010 at 6:56 PM
- Colleen Francia said...
Congrats!!! He is so adorable. I love the pic of the whole family!! We miss you guys and hope that everything goes great for you during this wonderful time! I'm so excited!!
- August 30, 2010 at 10:40 AM
- Jill said...
This is great news. New babies are so fun. Just don't try to go anywhere in a hurry cuz you'll be late. who knew one more kid makes such a difference?Congratulations!
- August 31, 2010 at 9:39 PM
- Berrett's said...
woot woot! happy day! congrats again!!! miss you!
- September 1, 2010 at 2:21 PM
- Lesley Wright said...
Ahh! He is cute. Your family is so cute. SO happy that everyone is healthy and all went well.
- September 1, 2010 at 4:42 PM
- Kara, Garrick, Rylee and Jadyn said...
Ahhh he's so precious!!!! Congrats you guys, I'm so glad everyone is doing well. I hope recovery's gone good and that adjusting to life with 2 has been a breeze! ;) (and if it hasn't, don't worry, it'll come!) :)
- September 2, 2010 at 5:07 PM
- RaCHELLE HuRD said...
Congrats, he is ADORABLE and you look great! Good luck with all of the changes you've got ahead. Don't forget to give Kerrigan lots of loves and special time, it's what I forgot to do w/ our new baby & move. :( Idaho can't wait to have you back! Hope you recover as fast as you labored! hehe.
- September 4, 2010 at 9:34 AM
- *Leticia* said...
Congrats Lindsey! I hope you are feeling well and getting plenty of rest! He looks adorable!
- September 5, 2010 at 12:58 PM
- Jared and Hannah Dance said...
glad everyone is doing well. i know it's been an eventful last couple of weeks, but well worth the wait when you hold that beautiful baby in your arms. love you guys!
-the dance's
- September 5, 2010 at 6:31 PM


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Out of control
I hope you've all stayed safe and warm through the storm. After "the blizzard of the ages," we've all been thoroughly reminded that life is out of our control, no matter how much we love to plan and program and prepare. Maybe this is a good lesson for us to relearn periodically…so that we stay nimble and flexible in this life…able to regroup, retool, and re-invent ourselves.
After Jesus announced his mission statement (quoting from the prophet Isaiah):
Jesus' hometown crowd in Nazareth responded predictably: "Wow – amazing – but this is Joseph's son, a local boy!" I'm sure they thought they could make good use of this neighborhood guy as a wonderworker around town.
But Jesus responds very clearly, I have come on God's mission, not yours. I will not fix all your problems for you. I will not be your tool.
Jesus would not be controlled by his Nazarene neighbors, or by anybody, for that matter. And the people responded with rage. They tried to throw Jesus over a cliff!
So, Jesus does not conform himself to our wishes or our convenience. In fact, Jesus' actions in the world may make us very uncomfortable. Jesus can require changes that we really don't want to make. (That's what the word repent means.)
I believe this is happening in the church today. The ways of doing church that we (of a certain age) grew up with don't work very well anymore. That doesn't mean God has abandoned us – far from it! It does mean that God is doing new things, and we must change, adjust, even re-invent ourselves to align with God's mission for us. It's not ours to control. (Actually, it's never been ours to control, but we – I – have often forgotten that.)
So let the blizzard be a lesson to us: God is doing new things in the world, and in the church. These are demanding times. As we did in our snow shoveling these last few days, we need to use muscles we haven't used in a while to grow our congregation around God's mission of compassion and justice and freedom. Parish leaders will be asking your help. I hope you will say yes. JBM


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Hi Lisa
Sorry to hear what you going through I'm 45 and the last three years my periods have been all over the place firstly coming every three weeks then for a year around every three months then I would bleed for about a month at a time last proper period was January lasted the whole month GP tested hormones oestrogen levels were low suggesting start of menopause my odour has got significantly worse last few years hoping it will came down after menopause. I would also get a sweet sickly smell at times. I have started taking magnesium complex to help with symptoms but also keep a note of what you're eating and drinking before hot flush Flexseed really helps with symptoms for me but then makes me stink I don't know what the answer is for us if you get any tips let me know Lisa. My mood got very low as well Lisa and I finally give in and started Floxentine antidepressant and I am starting to feel a lot better I wish I had took it sooner. Good luck with GP hope you have as nice as one as mine she has been terrific.
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I have missed pondering on my keyboard for quite sometime now and it feels good to be back on track with it. I haven't uploaded my blog for a long time, and I apologize.
I just started working as a journalist for a new newspaper and the job put everything else in the backseat.
Finally, the paper is on the stands and hopefully I can claim my life back, bit by bit. The mundane life of a novelist is on hold as an exciting life of a journalist takes over.
Every day is different from the day before and I love it. There's a chance to meet new people, make new contacts and get a perspective on the world.
I suddenly seem to have an opinion about everything, and beware, they are volatile opinions.
But yes, each day leaves behind a distinct imprint on the book of my life. Some days are exciting, some ordinary, some unnerving and some just depressing.
One such day was the day that followed Adnan Patrawala's abduction and murder. At 11.30 pm, I wound up my Harry Potter and cosily hushed myself to sleep under my blanket. I was ready to be lost in the world of my dreams when my work mobile tinkled. I knew it was an emergency. I cursed and answered it. It was my editor breaking the news of Adnan Patrawala to me. "We want you to try and find out about the boy. Since in such cases, they are more forthcoming to women, will you go to Andheri early tomorrow?" I nodded and said yes.
I couldn't sleep all night. That boy left home with friends and suddenly, his dead body's been found.
The shock was to hit me worse the next day. All the newspapers carried a profile on the Adnan case. 'Adnan was a spendthrift' 'Loved zipping around in cars' 'Adnan was reclusive and spent too much time on the internet'. I felt numbed by these reports branding the boy.
What's more, an email briefing me about my report awaited me. My colleague had gone on to mention that this 16 year old sported a bottle of alcohol in his hand and hence was a 'spoilt-brat'. I shook with anger. I remembered the picture with a breezer. Why was the media justifying the cause of the killers by branding this juvenile boy as a spoilt brat?
The journalist in me ached to find the real Adnan. I set off to Andheri and made way to his residence. It was a glum place, as my article mentioned. Plastic chairs were lined out in the compound to make place for the male relatives. Women scurried through the lift to console Adnan's family. I ventured inwards, and started talking to people.
"Please go away," one of the members of the family requested. I nodded and made my way outside. I couldn't bring myself to explain to them that I was there to try and help them. I knew I was lying.
I had become one of the lots. I had encroached into the privacy of a grieving family to prove that I was good at my job. What was I doing?
In the depressive state I walked into Adnan's college. I told the principal that I wanted to know who Adnan was. And contrary to the media reports, the pained principal described the 16 year old to me.
Adnan was like any other 16 year olds. Only, he was given the financial liberties that he could not deal with. Sure, it was his parents' fault but what price did they have to pay for it? Was it fair?
Not in the least. The thirst for money forced Adnan's killers to plan his kidnapping and then to murdering him in cold-blood, and no I don't think the killers are to blame either. I think it is the growing gap between the rich and the poor. It is the increasing need for money to be able to eat at fancy restaurants, wear swanky jewellery, carry least gadgets and afford designer labels.
Adnan's murderers do deserve a harsh punishment but we as a society have lead to young Adnan's murder… Think about it.
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