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Before you guys decide to excommunicate me from the blogger-sphere as punishment for my long absence, let me just explain myself: I had exams! Realllllllly hard exams that demanded every fibre of my brain to concentrate on Medea's wiley ways and whether Tess was an innocent virgin or a sly seductress... It was a hellish month.
But now I'm freeeeeeee! As opposed to making obsessive and neurotic lists, I'm spending my days counting my teeth with my tongue, learning the Evita soundtrack and cooking microwave meals without freaking out that the machine was going to explode, amongst other things...
Unfortunately, Humbug and I broke up a few days ago. It was a long time coming and I don't think that anybody on the planet was even remotely surprised when I told them about my decision. Even 5 minutes before I met him I wasn't sure that I was making the right choice, but it is for the best (I'm more telling myself this than telling you...!)
Anyways, the point is that I have recently accumulated Single Status - I am back to being Convent Gal and last night I was on the prowl for a devilishly handsome Manwhore who I could use to rebound with.
Naturally, however, this is not what happened.
I feel that I must first make clear how drunk I was. My liver, Hubert (yes, I named my liver) is even now still reeling from the number of shots, double-Malibu-and-lemonade and other drinks that I consumed last night. I was a complete drunk skunk.
As a result, the Beer Goggles kicked in and the 24-year-old-ferret-man-with-a-creepy-goatee-who-should-not-even-have-been-at-the-club-and-ew-he-was-so-repulsive looked like Chaning Tatum to me. So, one minute we are grinding on the dancefloor (as per usual, this is the only dance move I can actually do. And I enjoy it because I like to pretend that my life is Dirty Dancing and that I'm Baby and that the [albeit repulsive] man behind me is Patrick Suasez) and the next minute we are playing tonsil tennis. Only, tennis is generally acknowledged to be a fun two-player game. This snogging was like being forced to choke on a cucumber stick that was wiggling in my mouth.
So then I became a glum chum and started wondering whether I had given up too easily on Humbug, who is such a pro at kissing that he could literally win a gold medal at the Olympics, Even thinking about it now makes my mouth water like huminahuminahumina-aahh.
But, alas, I decided to snap out of this gloomy mood and to move on to bigger and better things. In other words, the drunk Slutty Alter Ego started kicking in and she was chasing after those boys like a cop chasing a criminal in a classic car-chase: they had no escape.
Not that they were trying to escape, mind you - I had a few boys plying me with drinks. And this is when Boy Number Two happened.
Ok, in my defence HE WAS AMERICAN. You don't understand. An American accent is the one thing that can turn me on faster than a lightbulb. As soon as I heard the words "Oh, I'm just visiting from Seattle" I knew that this boy, Joey, had to be mine. So, naturally, I pounced on him. 'Pounced' is a fun verb which is so unbelievably appropriate in this context that I'm practically crying with shame as I type this. Joey was leaving to go to another club and I sprang upright and attacked his face with my mouth.
Now, this bit is going to sound a tad weird but...His tongue was like a PENIS. I know that's not possible, and I've never had personal contact with a penis so I may be wrong, but his tongue was so...wide!? And he was wiggling that around in my mouth like it was a weapon. So after 7 seconds of that I pushed him away (drunk Grammar Gal is so sassy) and went back to the bar, feeling bloody exasperated as to the lack of talent in the Pool of Potential Kissing Partners, aka the club.
Then up sauntered Boy Number Three. I cannot really tell you much about him - I remember he was tall and looked kinda young, but by this stage I was desperate for someone who would show me that some boys can kiss! And, oh, Boy Number Three, you did not disappoint. Obviously, he wasn't as good as Humbug. But he was 'hella fine' (look at me using youth lingo!)
So, yeah. That was it! The Girlfriend Grammar Gal is dead, long live Single Pringle Grammar Gal.
Having said that, I don't want another repeat of last night any time soon - the idea of kissing a randomer sounds appealing at first but, gals, it's a jungle out there! Boys are literally sex-crazed apes and I'm not sure that snogging randomers is the best escape route for my glumness about Humbug.
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Jewish History
Rabbi Yehudah Leib Alter (1847-1905), the second Rebbe in the Chassidic dynasty of Ger -- known for his famed Chassidic work "Sefat Emet" -- passed away on the 5th of Shevat of the year 5665 from creation (1905). He was succeeded by his son, Rabbi Abraham Mordechai.
Hayom Yom
Daily Thought
Simple Purpose
This is all that life is about, why you are here, and why you were created:
To experience every detail of life as a personal affair between you and the Creator of all worlds,
to believe that every step you take is guided by His loving hand,
and to know that you lack nothing, because He is good.

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I have a new '08 XLV, only had it on the water 5 times so far, and I've noticed that during aggressive turns (not talking about some crazy Sea World boat exhibition turns) there is alot of spray that gets in the boat and the boat does lean alot. I was not expecting this in this type of boat. When I say spray, I mean when I'm driving I get sprayed in the turn not just the rear seats.


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Pay It Forward
I have been writing since I was old enough to know that words tell a story…about four years old. I have such vivid memories of standing in my basement in Chicago, leaning against the washing machine, and scribbling across a notepad because I had a story to tell. Of course, the scribble was just gibberish, but the story was clear in my mind.
My primary school librarian read wonderful stories from picture books. One of my favorites was Sam, Bangs and Moonshine. I loved the wonderful tale of the inquisitive girl and her cat, and the father whose love was overshadowed by grief over the loss of his wife…so many powerful emotions interwoven with haunting illustrations. As you can guess, library hour was my favorite time of the week.
In sixth grade, I had a wonderful teacher who nurtured my writing. She came to school early in the morning and worked with me, and I completed my first full-length novel that year. I will never forget this wonderful woman. We corresponded through my college years before losing touch. I will never forget her, though, or the boundless encouragement she gave me.
In high school, I had an English teacher who loved books as much as I did. He understood my passion for words, and encouraged me to read books with more depth and to appreciate their beautiful imagery. He also began a writers' group, and published some poems I wrote in a school anthology. It was thrilling!
Without these dedicated teachers, I may not have pursued my love of writing…and might very well not be where I am today. I remember them as I teach my middle-school students, and try to 'pay forward' the encouragement I received.
So I ask…has there ever been a teacher who impacted you with compassion, dedication, or encouragement? If so, how did this teacher help you to get where you are today…and what would you say to him or her if given the opportunity?
Wisdom Tree
After the death of his parents, Jake Samuels has enough on his plate—including a fledgling church to lead and a mischievous younger brother to raise. The last thing he needs is a rambunctious woman to contend with.
Carin O'Malley is dealing with the death of her brother and a new job as an English teacher at East Ridge Middle School where Corey Samuels reigns as King of Chaos. The last thing she needs is to fall in love with a man...especially a handsome and complicated preacher like Corey's brother Jake.
But when Corey's antics toss Carin and Jake together, the two must draw from God's wisdom to find refuge in His perfect plan for them.


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Parade Season is here!
If you are just getting started in the magical world of clowning, you are probably going to be in a parade very, very soon. I got my start in clowning with a parade. Parades are the most common "baptism by fire" for new clowns.
Consider being "pre-parade" entertainment:
This is what our clown club does. We don't actually have an official numbered spot in the parade. It is too hard to keep up if you want to stop and play with the crowd. Instead, we contact the parade coordinators and ask be listed as "pre-parade". We entertain the people waiting for the parade to start. The crowd is very appreciative of any kind of diversion!
Our club carpools and meets at a certain location. We discuss who is going to go where and do what, stretch, and then we hit the street about 45 minutes before the parade begins. As we visit with the people, the parade is catching up behind us, and that's okay. Don't feel rushed, go at your own pace. We set a time to meet back at our cars so no one gets left behind.
5 Reasons why new clowns love parades:
- No Rehearsal Required –
If you don't have a schtick planned, you can simply walk the parade route, shake hands, wave, and pose for pictures. You don't need to memorize a skit routine, you don't have to practice blocking for a stage show, and there is no need to get the timing for a magic trick just right. If you do have a walk-around prop, you should have some patter prepared. Keep it simple. You don't want to be carrying a big heavy prop around. A feather duster or tiny whisk broom can be a great parade prop. Tell the kids you are here to tidy things up before the parade starts.
But keep in mind that the beauty of clown humor is that it is improvised on the spot, crafted to pertain to that moment, that person. You can't go wrong with a compliment! "My, what a pretty dress you have on! Those are such cute shoes! Can I borrow them?" I love to tease old men about how they spared no expense when taking their wives out on a date!
- Low Pressure –
Parade clowning is "hit-and-run" clowning at its best. You make a connection with the folks sitting along the parade, and you have fun. No one's birthday will be ruined if you make a mistake. It's not like the pressure of sitting in a booth and churning out a balloon or face-paint design one after another. There's no paycheck riding on how well you perform in a parade. You are out there to make some memories with your clown alley. Take it easy, have fun, and go with the flow.
- Safe Environment for Failure –
You know what's great about a parade? You get a thousand and one times to tell the same joke. Those 8 people in front of you may not have laughed, but 10 feet away is another 8 people who will. If your wording didn't sound right in that last bit of patter, don't worry — you can change it up and try out something different in a moment. So what if your prop didn't work the way it was supposed to? In 4 minutes you'll get another chance to try it in front of new people. Don't get discouraged if you didn't get the reaction you wanted. A parade offers the best way to try out new material. You can fail, and that is okay. Your audience changes with every step you take. And guess what? There's a whole other side of the street, too!
It's also a great place to try a new look. When I started playing with a new Auguste character, I tried it out at a Fourth of July parade first!
- Safety in Numbers –
Rarely is there one clown in a parade. Usually a clown club will come out en masse for a parade. When you are a new clown, it's good to have a few seasoned pros by your side to help you out in a pinch. Having a gaggle of clowns around is like having a safety net; everyone is looking out for each other.
- Quick and Painless –
Most parades average 60 to 90 minutes for the audience. But for someone performing in the parade, it might only be 20 to 30 minutes. You get in, you get the laugh, and you get out. It's a head-rush! Usually you will find that a parade is one of the quickest and most frenzied types of clowning you'll experience in your clown unit. A clown friend told me that for one small-town parade, he actually spent more time putting on his makeup and costume than he was actually in the parade!
Sometimes a parade can be a lot of "hurry up and wait" moments, so be prepared for delays. I am kind of a stinker. When there is a big delay in a parade and you can't see the next float coming around the corner I tell the crowd "Well, that's the end, folks! Due to budget cuts the parade is shorter than usual." No one believes me! LOL
One last thing:
Do your homework before you hit the street! To help you get started on the right foot, we have compiled all the Mooseburger blog articles about parades.
You don't want to be in pain the next day, so follow these 7 STEPS FOR A PAIN-FREE PARADE!
Take a look at how to have the best parade EVER:
- 5 Ways to keep your clown make-up looking fresh
- You need to protect your feet, and your clown shoes!
- Planning ahead with your clown club
- A Kazoo Band is the perfect thing for a parade
- Walk-Around Prop Idea: iPod
- Walk-Around Prop Idea: Keep this ticket
- Walk-Around Prop Idea: Ring-a-ding-ding
- Walk-Around Prop Idea: Dozen freshly-picked noses
- Have kids join your clown club in the parade
- 4th of July Parade ideas for Clowns
- What to do if you have a clown emergency or accident
- Seven Ways to get ready for a parade
And just for the fun of it, we have 2 more stories about how parades are a magical and transforming experience:
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Leave a comment below telling us why you love clowning in parades!
What is your favorite prop to use?
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LIW organisers announce media partnership with Workout
LEISURE Industry Week 2015 will be positioned as the 'heartbeat of UK leisure', according to new owners BodyPower Ltd, who have revealed exciting plans for this year's show, including a media partnership with WorkOut.
The show – taking place at the NEC Birmingham on September 22 and 23 – will remain a dedicated trade event, with a strategy in place to create a more exciting and interactive environment for both visitors and exhibitors.
Organisers have also announced a new partnership with WorkOut, which will include the introduction of the WorkOut Trade Lounge at the event; a comfortable, exclusive area for LIW visitors to network with likeminded business owners and key industry stakeholders.
BodyPower sales director Steve Orton said: "For us this seemed like a no-brainer. We've enjoyed a longstanding relationship with WorkOut over many years and we're thrilled to have them on board for LIW."
*Look out for the full story in the next issue of Workout.
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When many of us think of the word "accommodation" in reference to multiple sclerosis, our minds likely go straight to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Truth of the matter is that some of us see asking for accommodations as a "surrender" of sorts and just won't go there.
I'm on my way to a second day of meetings at the home office of the National MS Society this morning and I have to tell you that I've needed accommodations and I'm happy to report that the Society gets it.
Many people who are still working don't ask for modifications to their work space or job due to MS for fear of reprisal. Bring up "ADA" and red lights and sirens go off in our heads (and, yes; perhaps in our bosses' heads as well). Accommodation needn't be something as big as a sofa and a quiet room so you can take a mid-day kip (though for some, it is).
A desk a little closer to the bathroom is something which can improve productivity, moral and even health for a person living with MS (this was a BIGGIE for me in yesterday's meetings). The understanding that we may have to excuse ourselves more frequently than established breaks can put our mind — as well as our bladders — at ease.
Changing work schedules, changing job titles, asking for different equipment to get the job done; those are things which can take some backbone building to work up to. The simple things — the things we've learned work for us in our homes and private lives — there is no reason we should feel fearful of asking (and expecting) those.
Sure, the National MS Society could be expected to understand and even anticipate these modifications for us. Your employer (or social organization, or church, or family…) may not have the understanding of your needs and potential needs in order to meet them.
Let's face it — your employer wants you to be successful. They can only be profitable if you are! Why, then, do we feel as if asking for a different light bulb or chair or something along those lines makes us a lesser employee?
I'm beginning to read comments about the big feast to come next Thursday. I see that some of you are plowing along as if you didn't think you had MS (I applaud that). Others of you have adapted and rearranged and delegated in order to do as much as you can while still leaving enough 'in the tank' to enjoy the holiday yourselves (THAT, I give a standing ovation!!!).
It's the same thing; asking for accommodation.
There will be plenty of coffee, chocolate, and potty breaks in today's meetings. I will be surrounded with understanding people who want input from Trevis' (somewhat addled) brain, not from my disabled body. If I need to excuse myself to pee every 20 minutes, there is not a problem. If I need to move about because spasticity is making it painful to continue in any position, it's acceptable.
This should be the norm. We should be able to expect, at least in a small way, accommodations to our environment to help us succeed. Is it an even playing field? NO. Do we have something to offer that the young "running back" on the field doesn't have? You betcha!
Have you asked for (in your personal or professional life) any accommodations? How did that go?
Wishing you and your family the best of health.
Don't forget that you can also follow me via my Life With MS Facebook page and on Twitter. And check out the new blog I'm doing for the Multiple Sclerosis Society of the United Kingdom, A Yank's Life With MS.


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Collapse of old St Chad's Church, 1788
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I've been thinking about loss, lately.
How forcibly it comes and takes away–
so difficult it is to let go.
People are my backbone
and thoughts of being uncomfortable around them
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and there are no "buts."
I will let go;
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Joseph | Zhang | Andrea | Mohamed | Larry | Brian | Liao
Tony del Giglio - Amputee since 2012
HEY LARRY ,just wanted to thank you so much for getting to see TONY at AWARD PROSTHETICS, for a second opinion. I have got a new prosthetic made and so much better than what i had from the last place i was going to. It took 3 hrs and complete custom fit socket , as compared to a week and a half for the other place, and i was always suffering from open wounds and infections from poor system i was offered from the last place , i have so much more mobility and less pain from the new system , and TONY also addressed my other leg , with the care it needed , i have arthritis very bad in my left knee, from over worked with the loss of right lower limb. Tony made a Farabloc sleeve that fit over my leg from my knee down to ankle, and i felt a warm soothing sensation, and took some of the edgy pain, and surprised that it would make a difference. i already knew that the Farabloc worked on my prosthetic leg with blocking atmospheric frequency's and phantom pain , and now very happy with the relief with the knee joint. TONY ,Tracy ,AND CREW AT AWARD , are so personal and professional , wish i had of known about AWARD PROSTHETICS after my amputation , i would have never gone for a second opinion , i just had to let you know that i have finally see hope and the mobility i need to get started on the road to recovery, finally after 2yrs. of set backs, and i have just started with TONY at AWARD,good to be hooked up with top notch professionals, a good Prosthesist is someone we will need for life, I am TOTAL BELIEVER and fortunate to have the best , sorry for starting to sound like you preaching, but can't help it , thanks LARRY , and Tony and crew at AWARD PROSTHETICS.
Joseph Fa Jun Shu – HP Amputee since 2001
"I have a long history of unsuccessful attempts at comfortably-fitting sockets by prosthetists who were both unqualified and unwilling to do the extra work and care required for a hip disarticulation amputee.
The name "Tony van der Waarde" is the one that kept surfacing within amputee networks and at national conferences. "If you want a good leg, get yourself to Tony." I did and I'm forever grateful!"
Zhang Yang
Zhang Yang – HD Amputee since 1998
"Jill" sustained an injury at the age of 2 and the wound never healed. She subsequently became a Hip Disarticulate amputee and has managed well using only one crutch for 22 years. A professional singer and performer in China , Jill came to Canada as part of a performance troupe to raise funds for the Sichuan earthquake survivors.
While here, Tony and AWARD PROSTHETICS manufactured her first prosthesis. She was ecstatic! The huge smile from ear to ear said it all. No need for a translator here. Because she is normally quite active and was so excited, it was difficult to keep her in a training mode – slow & gradual, building up time & gait training skills. Since returning to China , we hear from Jill & she is still happy & grateful – still smiling!
Andrea Holmes – North Vancouver , BC - Fibular Hemimelia
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'My Favourite Leg' from Coni Martin on Vimeo.
Have you ever wondered what life would be like with only one leg?
My Favourite Leg tells the inspiring story of the perseverance and determination of Andrea Holmes, a Para-Olympian athlete and an international champion in track and field, who lives with that reality every day.
(C), 2015, by Coni Martin.
Andrea Holmes
"No matter what your needs are, after the fit and the function elements of your prosthesis are addressed, we get to the 'icing'. So, whether it's custom silicone restorations or specialty sport prostheses, AWARD PROSTHETICS can deliver!"
Here is a clip in which Andrea is shown long jumping and an interview from the Forum for Women Entrepreneurs Gala 2009.
Mohamed Boima Surrey , BC – Bilateral TR Amputee since 1998
Mohamed is a casualty of the civil war in Sierra Leone in 1998. Since coming to Canada and meeting Tony in 2003, "my new arms have allowed me to be much more comfortable in my social life and productive in my work life".
Mohamed is a family man and an avid cyclist and soccer player. Tony and Award Prosthetics have gone out of their way to help me in many aspects of my life, not just prosthetics.
Larry Gardner- Owner of Amputee.ca - TF Amputee Since 1974
"For thirty years I wore a quad socket with an Ottobock hydraulic knee. Tony convinced me to try the Ischial Containment System. Within a few weeks, the painful red skin condition was gone. After gaining control of the new system, I am now walking much better and having far fewer stump problems. The flexible socket is much more comfortable, and I have more stability, stamina and confidence with the leg.
Tony and his staff provided a level of care and excellence combined with innovative techniques that was far above and beyond the call of duty. Their support and guidance while adapting to this new technology is most appreciated!
Thank you Tony, Tracy and Larry for the great new prosthesis and all your kind assistance and consideration!"
Brian Downie, Dawson Creek , BC – KD Amputee since 2003
It was 2002. Brian was quite comfortable. He was happily married, approaching middle age with grown children and living in Dawson Creek , BC . He was a Chartered Account and had his own accounting business which was doing well. He loved his work, his family, his clients and life in the North.
Then one day on the way home from working out of town - meeting a client - boom! In one moment his life would be transformed. Just like most traumatic events, it only takes one tiny moment to create havoc and alter everything.
While recovering from the accident four months would pass. His crushed lower limb was not healing and he decided to take some affirmative action. Before his amputation, a knee disarticulation, Brian did some research in order to finalize his decision on an amputation and to choose the right prosthetist. On the internet he found and interviewed (by phone) at least 3 prosthetists. Tony was the only one who had something different to say. "First of all he listened to what I had to say! It seemed like we had a good working professional relationship right away. I could relate to him as I could to my own clients." He found Tony to be a very caring person and one with whom he felt would be the best fit for him. "For one thing, he told me about the IPOP which he researched after our first talk. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that this is the optimal procedure." Tony flew up to Dawson Creek & was in the OR for the surgery & to apply the IPOP. Within a couple of days Brian was walking on his temporary prosthesis! He doesn't look back nowadays. Words of advice: "Amputees have to keep their own best interests in mind when dealing with their medical team. Do your homework and don't let anyone steer you in the wrong direction because of their desires."
Brian and Tony have worked together to find all the solutions needed for his care. He is doing all the same activities that he did prior to becoming an amputee – hasn't let anything get the best of him. During the accident, Brian also sustained a head injury. This resulted in an early retirement and the sale of his accounting practice. Now a grandfather, he is free to travel to visit the little ones. The 5 year old granddaughter is just becoming interested in this 'new to her' appendage of her grandfather. It will be fun to see how this story unfolds.
Liao Zhi, Han Wang, China – Bi-lateral BK Amputee since 2008
Liao Zhi (Jolly) came to AWARD PROSTHETICS in May of 2009 while she was on a cross country fundraising performance tour. She and a local organization were raising money for the Sichuan earthquake survivors of which Jolly was one. She received a pair of new legs from Tony on that visit and has been extremely more comfortable and functional in her every day activities and especially her performing. For the full story click here. To see a performance see below:
Jim Byrnes – Vancouver , BC – Bilateral TF since 1969
Marnie Payne, Vancouver , BC – Congenital TR Amputee since 1979.


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The Player will match the original wager and split the first two cards into two separate hands. The two cards must be of the same point value (for example: a pair of 8's, a King and a Queen, etc.) For split hands, an Ace and ten-point card equal to "21" and not Blackjack – in other words, they don't pay 3-to-2, but they will beat a Dealer hand that has 20 points or less. Also, after splitting a pair of Aces, the Player will draw only one card per Ace.
The "DOUBLE" button will become active after the first two cards have been dealt to each hand. Players who feel confident that they are going to win this hand can "Double Down" to earn twice as much if they do win by clicking DOUBLE. Their original bet amount will be doubled automatically and they will receive exactly one additional card. Double Down wagering is not permitted on a Blackjack hand because you would automatically bust when you received the additional card.
When the dealer's up card is an Ace, all Players have an opportunity to buy "insurance", an additional amount equal to half of that Player's original wager, before any further play begins.
A Player may purchase insurance when he/she believes that the dealer's down card is a ten value card. If the Dealer has Blackjack, the insurance wager pays 2-to-1. If the dealer does not have Blackjack, the insurance wager loses and the game continues as usual.
Do not accept the insurance offered on this hand. If Pass is clicked and the Dealer has Blackjack, the player loses his original wager and play ends for this hand (unless Player also has Blackjack, in which case it's a push). If Dealer does not have Blackjack, play for this hand continues as normal.


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It's a way to go behind the badge. The Pennsylvania State Police is gearing up to host another Citizens Police Academy (CPA) in our area.
Newswatch 16's Ryan Leckey highlighted the program on Wednesday.
The goal of the course is to expand people's knowledge and understanding of the law and police procedures.
Troop N, based in the Hazleton area, is hosting the free course. It's geared toward residents Troop N serves which consists of lower Luzerne, Columbia, Carbon, and Monroe Counties.
The Citizens Police Academy runs September 25 through November 13.
Participants meet each Tuesday night for eight weeks from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The course takes place at Penn State Hazleton campus. Students must attend 75 percent or more of the scheduled classes to be eligible to graduate and receive a certificate.
The Citizens Police Academy involves approximately 20 hours of instruction taught in two and half hour segments.
CPA is hosted by the Community Services Unit of the Pennsylvania State Police.
Organizers say, "Class size is limited to 40 community participants to allow greater interaction between students and instructors. Participants are selected from interested applicants."
You must be 18 years of age to apply and be a resident of Troop N's coverage area.
The Pennsylvania State Police will also conduct a brief background investigation on interested applicants.
Applications can be printed here or picked up at the PA State Police Hazleton, Bloomsburg, Fern Ridge, Lehighton, and Stroudsburg barracks.
Any Questions?
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828 Mpa;
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Heat treatable, high-strength, most commercially available Ti alloy ("workhorse" alloy for aerospace
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Artistically Speaking: Interactive Art
Can interactive art attract a new generation of art lovers? Jacob Breeden, CEO and artist at Process Art House, thinks so. We talked to Jacob about how he hopes to use interactive art to get people to slow down.
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Music Therapy
How does music help veterans at the VA Hospital?
Accessory Art
Ten-year-old Kayia talks about creating cell phone cases, bows and other accessory art.


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Some samples of the paintings of singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell are on display at this art blog. Her work features many self-portraits, as well as those of some famous friends, including Leonard Cohen and Neil Young.
I enjoyed the obvious, probably tongue-and-cheek references to Van Gogh and Edward Hopper. Her work is worth checking out!


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One woman. One man. One chance. No turning back.
On the verge of losing her job, side-lined journalist Teal Douglas is forced to travel to the South Pacific to profile a powerful businessman. But with her almost-but-not-quite fiancé Bear discouraging her every step of the way, she may not be able to save her career or her relationship.
When corporate criminals invade paradise, Teal teams up with former boxer turned marine biologist Perry Stanley to investigate. As she discovers the true intentions behind the new fishing operations, Teal must either accept the plum promotion that will save her career or—with Perry—defend the island with more than her life.
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In a truly rare occasion, Good Morning Britain's Piers Morgan was left speechless today (16 October) after he was shut down by Lady Colin Campbell for describing Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's child as 'the first black royal baby'.
The author and I'm A Celeb contestant appeared on the ITV show alongside former royal butler Paul Burrell to discuss the announcement, but Lady C wasn't happy with Morgan's choice of words.
"The significance could be that because she's from a mixed race family, we could have the first black baby Buckingham Palace has ever seen and it would be a wonderful thing," he said.
While co-host Susanna Reid and guest Paul Burrell agreed, Lady C took major issue with the remark.
"Being Jamaican and having been brought up in Jamaica, which is a multiracial society, I'm very sorry the baby is not going to be black," she replied. "The baby is going to have black blood and it's also going to have white blood."
She even accused Morgan of being racist, stating: "You can't be seven-eighths white and called black, I think that's racism of the highest order.
"That's like Hitler's definition of a Jew – 'I'm sorry you're one-eighth Jewish, you're full Jewish, and therefore, into the oven you go.' I'm sorry if you're partly black you're partly black. You're not fully black."
Naturally, Morgan was stunned by Lady C's comments, only able to muster the reply, "interesting observation".
Viewers were also shocked and disgusted by her remarks.
#GMB Lady C could start a fight in an empty house. She gave a good demonstration on how to insult half the world in 10 minutes… 🤬🤬🤬
— Biffa (@RayMGreen) October 16, 2018
Just.. WOW!!! 😵
Lady C & Burrell. 😷 #GMB
— SuzⓋ🌹🐶🦊🐳🌍🌱🐮🐷🐥🐝 (@SooozeKerr) October 16, 2018
Lady C she still going #GMB
— Liam McNulty (@liamlcfc88) October 16, 2018
On the subject of the Markle family feud, Lady C also had a controversial opinion on Meghan, stating: "I think the way she has treated her family is appalling. I hope for her sake and for the sake of the monarchy, as well as for the sake of both sides of her family, that she begins to embrace them."
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In short, you and a group of your friends, family or coworkers are locked into a room for 60 minutes to look for clues and solve a series of puzzles in order to completed the themed mission and escape.
No, even if you're claustrophobic, there is enough room to move and you will not be enclosed in a tight space at any point in the game. The rooms are big enough for 6 people. The room is meant to challenge not frustrate or scare you.
Your entire escape challenge will take around 90 minutes.
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The cost is $25 per person with a $100 booking minimum.
We encourage all ages to experience our escape room challenges, although most of the rooms' puzzles are targeted towards advanced puzzle solving skills. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Mozilla has announced the arrival of Firefox 4 Beta 5 to Android. As it is still in Beta, the update isn't extensive but it does add some crucial changes, including stability to the browser.
Other improvements include: increased responsiveness to panning and zooming, increased JavaScript performance and faster start up and page load times.
Having previously added support for Maemo in the past, Android is now a key platform for Mozilla as Nokia has pretty much canned that side of its OS.
Firefox mobile
Mozilla has been fairly steady in its beta releases for its Android version of Firefox. The first version of the app arrived only in October, so it seems to be at least one update a month at the moment.
The browser offers a lot of the functionality you can find in Mozilla's full-fat version, including an Awesome screen which "instantly gives you access to your recent history, bookmarks and tabs just by tapping in the Awesome Bar."
There's no news as to when the browser will come to Android without a beta tag, but we will keep you posted.
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2012 Annual International Code Conference - Coming to Portland
Portland is enthusiastic to have the opportunity to host the 2012 International Code Council (ICC) Annual Conference at the Oregon Convention Center, Portland Oregon. The Annual Conference is October 21 – 24, 2012 and the (Group A) Final Action Hearings are October 24 – 28, 2012.
This year's conference will deliver education, critical information, and networking opportunities that can help you thrive in today's building industry. The educational sessions will feature building safety, fire prevention, sustainability, and other construction industry professionals. This event is an excellent way for you to learn more about the codes, get involved in the code development process, and let your be voice be heard!
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Helping a local book store go full digital
We delivered an end-to-end e-commerce solution for a Klang based book shop specialises in Malaysia & Singapore school textbook. 40 years in business, the owner saw an opportunity online, other than an active e-commerce store, we also helped in running social media & e-mail marketing.
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Join Buzz, Woody, Jessie, and all of your favorite characters from the Toy Story series on their newest adventure in the animated feature Toy Story of Terror! In this animated adventure, the group find themselves at a roadside motel where Mr. Potato Head mysteriously vanishes, and the friends set out to find him while protecting themselves from the terror that surrounds them.
The Blu-Ray edition of Toy Story of Terror! includes loads of special features. It includes three hilarious Toy Story Toons which were shown before some of Disney's movies in theaters. The three shorts on the Blu-Ray are Small Fry, Hawaiian Vacation, and Partysaurus Rex. The movie also features Vintage Toy Commercials which offer background to some of the new characters that appear in Toy Story of Terror!
Toy Story of Terror! is a great movie that the entire family will enjoy– the perfect thing to watch…
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I got a really nice review for my romantic comedy novel Hollywood Ass. In fact it was so good I share it with you below in full. Cheers /Jonas.
"Description taken from Amazon:
A Hollywood superstar suffers a mental collapse, her marriage is falling apart, her career is on the ropes and the only one keeping it all together is her loyal assistant and friend, Darryl. Problem is, he's kind of in love with her. Soon he finds himself drawn into a story that is much like the movies his employer stars in. But in real life the answers aren't in the script…
My thoughts:
This book really surprised me. I wasn't sure what to expect exactly, but I found it nearly impossible to put down at night. I felt like I was right there in the moment with Darryl and B.
Quote from the book (taken from http://jonaswrites.com/hollywoodass/)
How could I let myself get attracted to my employer? It was the cardinal sin in the assistant's Bible. I knew the answer of course, the fine line between friendship and work had slowly been erased and it had become too easy to slip over to the other, more personal, side. I realized I had to fix this, that I had to detach myself and float back across the line again, take a large marker and make the line as bold as possible, so as never to be crossed again!
Screw the marker, I had to pull some black and yellow police tape across that damn line.
That quote in particular had me laughing out loud. Darryl is relatively serious in his life and yet has a sense of humor that flows with his personality seamlessly.
Quote from the book (taken from http://jonaswrites.com/hollywoodass/)
A man was touching me. Luckily we weren't in a bar, but in a Gucci store and the man was a white-haired, old-school tailor with a pen behind his ear and measuring tape in his hands. I was getting an outfit custom-made,
express charge and B was paying for it.
When we were out on the street, B slapped me gently on the ass and said, "Now let's buy some champagne." Sexual harassment in the work place? You bet. Weird thing was, I didn't mind it.
You can't help but be drawn in to Darryl and anticipate what will happen next. I included the next excerpt to just give you a great glimpse into the relationship between Darryl and B.
Excerpt from the book (taken from http://jonaswrites.com/hollywoodass/)
After our run, B wanted a Pinkberry, a non-alcohol indulgence I had no problem with.
She donned her oversized shades and I parked the Ranger Rover something like 50 meters from the frozen yoghurt place on a sun-streaked Santa Monica Boulevard. Before heading out, I looked around for paparazzi. To my relief, there were none to be seen, but they were prone to pop-up anywhere at anytime like some evil "jackass-in-a-box". I was just about to walk out when, from the bottom of her cracked confidence, B unleashed: "You'd fuck me wouldn't you? If I was single?"
Now what this had to do with frozen yoghurt, I'll never know.
"Yes, I'd pop your Pinkberry if that's what you're talking about. Anyone would, you're smoking hot."
"Thanks, Darryl. Don't you ever quit on me, okay?"
"I promise," I said out of necessity, but it was a promise I knew would be hard to keep.
When I was back in the car, B dug into her Pinkberry like she had been on a month long Survivor-diet. I have always appreciated women with healthy appetites and I gladly watched her shovel it in.
B of course noticed my big eyes, "What are you looking at? You're staring at me like I'm miss Piggy!"
To which I smiled and said, "I just like to see a woman eat."
"Is that a black man's thing or what? I thought men wanted women who doesn't eat, doesn't talk, fart flowers and who never let anything out of the anus, just into it." B took one more spoon, rolled down the window, threw out the cup and said, "Let's go home, okay?"
"Yeah, let's go before they arrest us for littering." I replied drily, turned the key and drove off.
The further you get into the book the harder it is to determine what you think should happen for a happily ever after, but I LOVED the ending of this book. I truly had a hard time putting it down and loved the view that we get from Darryl. It felt so real I wanted to meet these people and give them a hug!
I gave this 5 stars on Amazon and I hope others will give it a chance!
I was given a free copy of this book for an honest review."


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On the last day of July, the heat finally broke. The humidity, too. A few months ago, I got a Panasonic Lumix f4, 40 to 150mm telephoto for my Olympus cameras … and then, the Olympus f1.8 25 mm went on sale.
I bought it, thus completing my lens collection for the Olympus cameras. There are others I wish I had, but they are all out of my price range — or they duplicate (or overlap) lenses I already own.
It was a very bright day. The big problem on very bright days is always exposure. The contrast is so sharp, it is hard to find an exposure where you can see the highlight and not lose the detail in the shadow.
I learned a lot about my two lenses. That the Lumix telephoto is not as good as I might wish, but it's okay. It gets me closer than I thought it would with acceptable quality. The exceptional lens in that range is out of my price range. I can work with this.
The Olympus f1.8 25 mm is a terrific piece of glass. Sharp from edge to edge with lovely bokeh.
My collection is complete. I know I'll want something else. That someone will make a camera I lust for because a passion for camera gear never really ends. But for the foreseeable future, I've got what I need, more than I ever expected.


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Please meet in Gallery L8
The Curator is IN! series features Nelson-Atkins curators in casual talks that highlight the museum's permanent collection galleries and free exhibitions.
Join curator April M. Watson for a thoughtful conversation about works in the exhibition, Eugene Richards: The Run-On of Time.
This event will include ASL interpretation.


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That burger you got from your favorite restaurant can be quite tasty, but what is it really doing to your health?
The next time you're tempted to hit the drive-thru, consider ordering a veggie burger instead. Why? As delicious as a classic burger dripping with cheese can be, if you're middle-aged, extra protein in your diet can increase your risk of dying from cancer by 4%, found a study.
It's not only cancer you need to be concerned about.
During the duration of the study, meat-lovers were:
- 74% more likely to die of any cause
- Several times more likely to die of diabetes
Even if you rank in the moderate category of protein consumption, you may still be three times more likely to die of cancer than those who get less than 10% of their calories from protein.
This open enrollment, make sure your plan includes Keck Medicine of USC. KeckMedicine.org/insurance
The study examining 6,318 adults over the age of 50 of all ethnicities, education levels and health backgrounds, was published in Cell Metabolism and authored by Valter Longo, professor of biogerontology at the USC Davis School of Gerontology and director of the USC Longevity Institute.
How much protein is too much?
On average, you should aim to eat about 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight, according to the study and several leading health agencies. That means if you weigh 160 pounds, you should eat no more than 60 grams of protein daily. To put that in perspective, one cup of chicken breast has 43 grams of protein or about ⅔ of your recommended amount of protein. If you eat meat of any kind (poultry, beef or pork) at lunch and dinner, chances are, you're eating too much protein.
For the study, the researchers used the following definitions:
- High-protein diet = 20% of calories or more from protein, including both plant-based and animal-based protein
- Moderate-protein diet = 10 to 19% of calories from protein
- Low-protein diet = 10% of calories or fewer from protein
In the study, the average diet included 16% of total daily calories from protein with about two-thirds from animal protein. Beans and other plant-based proteins did not show the same detrimental effects. The amount of carbs and fat a person ate did not seem to play a role in rates of cancer or death.
What Can You Do?
The obvious answer, that you may not want to hear, is cut back on protein, especially from meat, cheese and other dairy. "The majority of Americans are eating about twice as much proteins as they should, and it seems that the best change would be to lower the daily intake of all proteins but especially animal-derived proteins," Longo said. "But don't get extreme in cutting out protein; you can go from protected to malnourished very quickly."
The good news is that even going from a diet with moderate levels of protein to one with low levels reduced likelihood of early death by 21%.
And, interestingly, you can start increasing your protein intake when you turn 65-years old and protein begins protecting against frailty and muscle-loss. The study showed that those over 65 who ate a moderate- or high-protein diet were less susceptible to disease.
by Anne Fritz
Do you want recommendations on how to eat more fruits and veggies? A primary care physician can help you create your weekly meal plans for optimal health.
If you're in the Los Angeles area and are looking for exceptional care from some of the top physicians in the world, be sure to schedule an appointment by calling (800) USC-CARE (800–872–2273) or by visiting https://www.keckmedicine.org/request-an-appointment/.


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May 15, 2013
Interview with Will McClinton
Posted in Interviews tagged author interview, book, lineage, novel, will mcclinton, writers, writing at 7:00 am by Christine Rice
I'd like to welcome Will McClinton to my blog for an interview. Here is a little about him:
In high school, my passion for writing grew. By the summer after graduation it was a possibility. Then I was blindsided by a MVA (motor vehicle accident) that changed the direction of my life. I lost sight of my joy in writing. This is still sending ripples through my life. After two decades of work in the healthcare field (I'm a RN now), I recognized a need to connect with the creativity that was missing from my personal life. So Lineage was begun. I refused to stop writing even for shoulder surgery. My mom typed and painted in classical oils for over thirty years, even with having lost an arm during the great depression. So I took the strength I had learned from her and went on as I do now in her wake. Reading, writing, and gardening will always be a part of my life, as she will.
Christine: It's nice to meet you, Will. What inspired you to write your first book?
Will: My inspiration to write came out of necessity – needing a creative outlet that is year round of which writing can be. Unlike gardening, one of my pleasures, time, is limited. There is nothing like getting my hands into the soil – a way of connecting with the earth, its energy. Writing is a seedling at the beginning of a story, small and fragile, but as time goes on, the characters grow and change, developing before your mind's eye.
Christine: Is there a message in your novel that you want readers to grasp?
Will: There are several messages that readers can take away from Lineage – The Descendants. First, but only one of several. Beauty can often be a disguise for evil, appearing innocent and harmless. Take a page out of resent American or French politics; we all need to look beyond the surface of the story. Do not accept on blind faith that the truth and the facts are one in the same. The news communication networks like nothing better than a good – or is it bad – sex scandal to sale time or space.
Christine: Do you recall how your interest in writing originated?
Will: I was in 9th grade English, a creative writing class taught by Ms. Woodring. Not a typical English teacher, for she was aggressive and outspoken. By the time I finished that semester, I was bitten by the graphic arts bug and wanted to write for my life.
Christine: What was the hardest part of writing your book?
Will: The hardest part of writing a novel was committing to it. Then it was choosing a subject. I enjoy reading over a range of genres.
Christine: Do you have any advice for other writers?
Will: I tell anyone that will listen that wants to write a story or a book, make the time and sit down and do it. Once you begin, a fertile imagination will bring the story, as in planting a seed.
Christine: Where can we find out more about you and your book on the Web?
Will: Blog: www.mcclintonlineage.wordpress.com
About the Book: www.mcclintonlineage.wordpress.com/about-the-book
Twitter: @WillMcClinton1
Thanks so much for joining us today, Will!


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I wonder about the reactions of the parents in Downton Abbey. Certainly they were shockingly calm and controlled which is nothing like my personal experience. Perhaps the attachment to their children was not as deep. It was difficult for me to relate to the parents in this episode. Watching Sybil die, however, was heartwrenching, especially knowing that her death could have been prevented.ReplyDeleteReplies
I recall lurching between calm and controlled and utter hysteria. There is also a lot that I do not recall at all. A friend tells me that I said something terrible to her, but I have no memory of it whatever.Delete
I did think that Maggie Smith was magnificent, and I well remember that sense of staggering forward toward things that had to be done.
I was also quite struck by her remark the next morning that Sybil had died as so many women had. True enough, but it so often takes years, not hours, to come to accept that what has happened in one's family happens to many, and that there would be no reason for one's own to be exempt.
I have had so many elderly people say to me that they just don't understand how it happened to them that their 85yo spouse with cancer should have died. The Countess Dowager has quite a remarkable grasp of life in all of its beauty and irony and horror.
Someone remarked of Maggie Smith's performance that she had just won an award by entering a room. (After her arrival at Downton, and the sad exchange with Carson, she walks into the foyer, in tears and barely able to put one foot in front of the other.) I think she found and showed us the physical expression of that staggering forward because one simply has to.ReplyDelete
This conversation takes me back to a time when I was a 22 year old minister's wife and we lived in a very small community. We were at the annual strawberry social and I joined a group of women who were in deep conversation about a catastrophe besetting a young family. I was most concerned and inquired if this family was in our community when I was informed that it was a TV show. I don't think my knowledge of TV has improved very much in the 45 years since then but I'm enjoying hearing all about Downton Abbey and will live vicariously through the folks on Robin's blog.ReplyDelete
That had to be a difficult scene for you to watch, my friend...ReplyDelete
Some of it seemed so familiar. Most tv/movie depictions of death have no root in reality, but this one did. I appreciate that the world stopped for all of them and that the help remembered to find a wet nurse for the baby. I forgot to eat after my son died.ReplyDelete


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The Swim Chix Dream Team
Just under 13kms of swimming in a murky dam (yes, I've just spent time on Lake Malawi, and Midmar is murky!), with thousands of fellow swimmers, possibly wavy and certainly cold – why would you do this, asks this editor, who is afraid of slush underfoot, and a preference for crystal clear high visibility water?
The Challenge: The Midmar Mile is made up of 8 events, team family, different ages, male female, disabled and so on. The Pink Drive Challenge is to swim all eight events over the two days. This makes it a total of 12.8 kilometres of swimming …..
If you are a member of the Pink Chix swim team, have a heart as big as a planet and are driven bya worthy cause that has the added bonus of creating new bonds, and possibly a nymph-like silhouette, you would take up swimming. A group of 7 local ladies have taken up the Pink Drive Challenge, motivated by their coach and fellow-swimmer Kathy Boast, and will complete these 12.8kms over the Midmar Mile weekend in February 2014.
Kathy Boast (a swimming cach and kettle bells fitness instructor), Jenny van Rooyen, Janet Viedge, Kath McFarland, Julie Hay, Vanessa Gurney, Gina Clowes make up this intrepid group of seven Swim Chix. As one of them put it "we are normal people, not gym bunnies or professional swimmers, trying to do something out of the ordinary for a good cause". They are all Moms, with children ranging in age from pre-school to post school, and some, prior to this, would never have called themselves swimmers! Kath Boast has been an amazing coach, and positive influence on us in our training efforts" says Kath McFarland, "even sending us the training routine by sms, if we happen to miss a session!"
Besides fitting the three mornings a week training routine into their busy schedules, the swimmers have had to organise fundraising events in order to reach the obligatory personal sponsorship goal of a minimum of R10 000.00. So far a Swimathon at at the Seals Pool where all Kathy Boasts' Swimchix, family and friends were invited to take part and collect sponsors per lengt, raised R100 000.00. One hundred and fifty swimmers took part and 4 600 lengths were swum. A Merchiston Cake sale raised R7 446.30 and the fundraising efforts will continue until the Midmar Mile weekend. Spontaneous donations have been coming in and the swimmers look forward to being able to hand over enough money to be able to help PInk drive invest in a new mobile truck unit/clinic to help educate people about early detection in breast,testicular and prostate cancer.
The Swimchix will be swimming in the PinkDrive 8 mile gear – look out for them, in every event, on both days! They deserve a special cheer.
Should anyone wish to add to the fundraising efforts of this Swim Chix dream team please contact Kath McFarland on 0836304133 or email her on firstname.lastname@example.com
South Africa's best-loved Breast Cancer Community Carer, PinkDrive is the indispensable, tangible breast cancer Public Benefit Organisation (PBO) powering South Africa's first mobile PinkDrive Mammography Unit and PinkDrive Educational Unit through our country, driving home the fact that 'Early Detection Saves Lives'. www.pinkdrive.co.za


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Orientation & Mobility Services
Orientation and Mobility (O&M) is the teaching of concepts, skills and techniques necessary for a person who is blind to travel safely, efficiently and confidently through any environment and under all environmental conditions and situations.
Orientation and mobility services may include: basic orientation concepts of body awareness and geometric shapes; a primary travel system using residual vision, sighted guide, long cane, prescribed low vision aids or a combination of the above; effective indoor travel techniques, including self-protective techniques, trailing and room or building familiarization; safe and effective negotiation of outdoor areas including street crossings (signal controlled and non-controlled) and the use of public transportation.
Eligibility Requirements to Receive Orientation and Mobility Services
To be eligible to receive Orientation and Mobility services, the student must meet the following criteria:
- Have an eye exam performed by an eye care professional that results in
- a visual acuity of 20/70 or worse in the better eye after correction (20/70 means that a person at 20 feet from an eye chart can see what a person with normal vision can see at 70 feet); or
- a visual field restriction of 20 degrees diameter or less (tunnel vision--no peripheral) in the better eye; or
- an eye condition that, even with correction, adversely affects the student's ability to function normally within a general educational setting
- Have an evaluation conducted by an Orientation and Mobility Specialist.
Referral and Evaluation Process for Orientation and Mobility Services
Referral for an Orientation and Mobility evaluation follows the standard Related Services referral process. Once the appropriate forms are returned, the Orientation and Mobility Specialist will determine eligibility and conduct an evaluation of the student to determine if a need exists for O&M services.
Upon completing the evaluation, the O&M Specialist will prepare a report as to whether or not a need exists. If intervention is not warranted at this time, the O&M Specialist may advise that continued monitoring be conducted and an evaluation done to coincide with the student's 3-year MFE. An evaluation may be required sooner should the student's vision conditions deteriorate.
If it is determined that the need for O&M services is appropriate and recommended, then the standard procedures for adding a Related Service applies. See "Procedures to Add a Related Service"-attached.
Dismissal or Cessation of Orientation and Mobility Services
In time, it may become necessary to release a student from O&M services. This may be as a result of mastering the skills taught or from other reasons such as deteriorating health concerns, behavioral changes or failing to progress beyond a predetermined point. Dismissal from services must be carefully considered and follow the standard Related Services procedures. See "Procedures for Dismissal from Related Service"-attached
Procedures for Adding a Related Service
To add a related service to the IEP does not require a reevaluation. It requires an assessment in the area of suspected need and an IEP meeting where documentation/data are provided which show that services suggested are required to assist a child with a disability to benefit from special education.
- Contact students IEP case manager and indicate possible need for addition of related service.
- Contact parent to conduct planning meeting and obtain signature on Permission to evaluate (PR05). Send parent Prior Written Notice to Parents (PR-01) indicating proposed addition.
- Complete necessary assessments to determine if student qualifies for proposed related service.
- Complete an Evaluation Team Report (PR06) with the results and attach to the current re-evaluation. If the information changes the summary statement on the ETR then a new summary statement needs to be written. Parent signature is recommended but not required on new summary of ETR page.
- Contact the parent with the results of the evaluation. If the student qualifies to receive the related service, request that an IEP meeting be held and add the related service to the current IEP. The Related Service provider adding a service must be present.
- If the team agrees to add the related service, effective dates on the goal/objective will be from the date of the IEP meeting to the end date of the current IEP.
- The EMIS form must also be amended, adding the related service. On the EMIS scroll down to the box below where Related Services are indicated. Check the related service that is being added.
- Print the new signature page denoting addition of the related service and have signed by the IEP team.
- If adding the service at a time other than the annual review, write at the top of the signature page that IEP is being amended to add a related service and send to the Related Services office.
Procedures for Dismissal from Related Service
To remove a related service from the IEP does not require a reevaluation. It requires an IEP meeting where documentation/data are provided which show that the child no longer needs the related service to provide Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE).
Related Service Provider proposing dismissal:
- Gather and provide to parent and IEP team written documentation supporting this change in service need (e.g. what is different that services can now be removed).
- Send parent Prior Written Notice to Parents (PR-01) indicating proposed dismissal.
- Notify the case manager that the service is proposed to be dismissed at the next IEP meeting. The Related Service provider dismissing their service must be present at the IEP meeting.
- Write information in the Profile Section of the proposed IEP supporting possible dismissal [e.g. all goals and objectives have been mastered or if the team agrees that further improvement is not likely to be made due to unique circumstance (the student absolutely refusing to attend sessions/continue therapy) the service may be dropped.....this of course requires documentation of strategies employed to remediate situation along with parent agreement. The student's current level of performance still needs to be included......"Johnny continues to demonstrate deficits in the area of (expressive language). However, even with continued efforts to encourage him to participate in therapy, he has not attended 19 of 22 sessions held when he was in attendance at school so far this school year. He has made little (or no) progress in his expressive language skills since the beginning of school this year."].
- Blue EMIS form is completed by the Curriculum Specialist or the SLP in the cases SH primary disability. Related service to be dismissed needs to be circled with dismissal written next to it and end date included.


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Step 1Whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, corn flour, salt, pepper, egg, oil and seltzer in a large bowl.
Step 2Insert a wooden skewer in each hot dog, then dust the hot dogs with flour. Roll or dip them in the batter so that they're totally coated.
Step 3Heat 1 inch of oil in a large wok or cast iron skillet to about 375 degrees. Cook a couple of corn dogs at a time until they are lightly browned, turning them over, about 4 to 5 minutes.Drain them on paper towels and repeat with the remaining hot dogs.


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1. Whose grave site does Scarlett visit in Chapter 1?
2. What is the name of the cemetery that Scarlett visits in Chapter 1?
Oakland Cemetery.
3. What city does Scarlett live in in Chapter 1?
4. Who does the tiny grave belong to in Chapter 1?
Scarlett's daughter.
5. Who tries to throw himself in a grave in Chapter 1?
6. Why does Scarlett try to stop someone from throwing himself in a grave?
She believes he will hurt himself.
7. What is the name of Scarlett's maid?
8. What is Tara?
Scarlett's childhood home.
9. Who is Will Benteen?
Scarlett's brother-in-law.
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|You are in: Americas
Wednesday, 22 January, 2003, 20:53 GMT
US rallies mark abortion anniversary
Activists both for and against abortion are staging rallies across the United States to mark the 30th anniversary of a Supreme Court decision legalising terminations.
Exactly three decades after the controversial Roe versus Wade decision, supporters of a woman's right to choose abortion are concerned that right may again be under threat.
Correspondents say debate on the issue has been more heated recently, with the largely-pro life Republicans in control of the White House and Congress.
But the six contenders for the Democratic candidature in the presidential elections next year all defend the right of choice for women.
Presidential support
The largest demonstrations took place in the capital Washington.
There thousands of anti-abortion demonstrators staged their annual "March for Life", starting at the Washington Memorial and ending at the Supreme Court.
Many carried placards showing pictures of aborted foetuses or messages reading "Abortion is homicide".
"I'm here because 40 million babies are dead since 1973, and I want to be a voice for them," said Sara McKalips, a protester from Virginia.
Mr Bush addressed the crowd by telephone from St Louis, pledging to sign any bill banning the "abhorrent procedure" known by critics as "partial-birth abortion," a technique for late-term abortion.
Choice under threat
Many pro-abortion campaigners also took to the streets to voice their opinions and the National Organisation for Women (NOW) later planned to hold a candlelight vigil at the Supreme Court and other locations around the country.
The group's president, Kim Gandy, said it was to "remember the lives lost or destroyed by dangerous illegal abortion".
Pro-abortion campaigners are concerned about the Republican Party's strong anti-abortion faction, bolstered by the staunchly pro-life Mr Bush.
Along with controlling the White House, the Republicans hold majorities in both houses of the Congress and a slim majority in the Supreme Court of 5-4.
"Thirty years of Roe and we're still fighting opponents of women's rights on this issue. But NOW activists nationwide are determined to ensure that abortion and birth control are safe, legal and accessible," Ms Gandy said.
Kate Michelman, president of Naral Pro-Choice America, says that if Mr Bush stays in office and the Republicans keep control of Congress, "American women will lose the right to choose by 2008".
Both sides claim that they have the support of the American people, but BBC News Online's Washington correspondent, Steve Schifferes, says polls show a majority of Americans still broadly support the right to abortion by a two-to-one majority.
Our correspondent says abortion is one of the most divisive issues in US politics.
Even the woman on whose behalf the Roe versus Wade case was originally fought, whose real name was Norma McCorvey, has subsequently come out against abortion, renouncing her pro-choice views in 1995 as a reborn Christian.
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Strength –
2 Back Squats @ 80-85%
Tabata KB Swings (8 rounds)
2 minute break
Tabata Sit Ups (8 rounds)
2 minute break
Tabata Wall Balls (8 rounds)
Strength –
2 Back Squats @ 80-85%
Tabata KB Swings (8 rounds)
2 minute break
Tabata Sit Ups (8 rounds)
2 minute break
Tabata Wall Balls (8 rounds)
Strength –
10 Minutes to Warm up Clean and Jerk, then
10 minutes and 3 tries (max) at a 1RM C&J
Alternating Dumb bell Snatch
Burpee Box Jump Over (24/20)
Above, brother and sister pic! Greg and Michelle at CFM yesterday, just prior to "Murph". Thanks to all who participated and paid tribute to our incredible men and women in the armed services – CFM appreciates you!
3×4 Turkish Get Ups
3x125m Farmer Carry
Conditioning –
3 Rounds for Time
30 Cal Row
90 Double Unders
Open gym from 8-11am and from 4-6pm. Clock will be running, join us when you can!
With a weight vest
Run 1 Mile
100 pull ups
200 push ups
300 air squats
Run 1 Mile
Once again, a reminder that Monday is Memorial Day. Open gym from 8-11am to do MURPH, with beverages and hang out to follow 🙂
Also, in preparation for the summer, we are making a little change to the kids program. Coach Becky's summer schedule is different from her school-year schedule, so in order to accommodate that and STILL keep all CFM kids classes in tact, we will be moving the classes from the afternoon on Tuesday and Thursday to our NEW time for ALL ages:
Monday and Thursday at 9am.
This change will take effect on JUNE 5, and continue through the summer until school starts again in August.
Coach Danalynn will still be there, as well, and we've also added Coach Sid to the mix! She's worked with kids for years doing gymnastics, and know she will be a great addition to the CFM Kids team. We hope you will still be able to attend these classes, but let us know ASAP if this doesn't work for you.
20 Min to work to a Heavy Full Snatch
15 Min AMRAP
Med Ball Run 250m
1 Tire Flip
2 Muscle Ups
3 Burpee Over Box
5 Wall Ball to High target (Men 11', Women 10')
Hey folks, remember Monday is Memorial Day, and we do MURPH. Open gym from 8-11, with drinks and kick it time afterward.
1 Power Clean + 1 Full Clean, Climbing
10 Rounds for Time
25 Double Unders
5 Bar Facing Burpees
1 Full Clean (225/155)
20 Minutes to Practice/Work to a Heavy Split Jerk
5 Rounds for Time:
10 Toes to Bar
Run 250m
25' Hand Stand Walk/25 Shoulder Touches
5×5 Overhead Squat
With a Partner
10 Alternating Rounds of:
12 Wall Balls (20/14)
50' Walking Lunge
12 Kb Swings (70/53)
50' Walking Lunge
Gonna be HOT this week, folks. Hydrate well, especially for this one. Scale the run to a row if you must.
Murph Prep
Run 1 Mile
50 Pull Ups
100 Push Ups
150 Air Squats
Run 800m
*optional – with a weight vest
**reps may be split/apportioned as needed. Our suggestion is to do 10 rounds of 5/10/15.
5×5 Sumo Dead Lift
250m OH Walking Lunge
Cash Out:
50 Burpees
Reps of 10-8-6-4-2, in A/B Format:
A) Push Press, Climbing
B) Strict Weighted Pull Ups (or pull-up-negatives), Climbing
*Negatives are 5 sets of 3 reps with the following tempo: Jump up; 2 second hold @ top; 5 second descent; 1 second hold @ bottom.
For Time:
40 Box Jumps (24″/20″)
40 Thrusters (95/65)
*4 Burpees EMOM starting at 0:00
[Advanced: 115/75; 5 burpees EMOM]
15 Minute Hard Cap
CrossFit Merced is my favorite place in the world.
I love it here. I love the people. I love the workouts. I love the worn out equipment. I love the energy. I love the standards.
Lately, though, I've been frustrated about some of the "mis-counted reps" that I've been seeing and hearing about. (For the sake of this discussion, let's refer to "mis-counted reps" as "Shaved Reps".) You all know what a Shaved Rep is, right? It's a nefarious little hack that goes like this:
Bill and Ted were in a class together doing yesterday's WOD. Bill runs fast on the 800m run and beats Ted into the door by 30 seconds. Bill runs to his plate and immediately starts knocking out reps trying to get to 50. Bill is moving at a steady pace as he grinds through more reps. Meanwhile, Ted strolls up to his plate and starts doing his own reps. Somehow, though, Ted finishes his 50 reps BEFORE BILL, and takes off for his 400m run. How can this be? Ahhhhh… there it is. Those are the Shaved Reps I've been hearing about.
It shouldn't matter, right? Bill and Ted are fine. They both got a good workout. They're both good dudes. They're both improving. So what if Ted did 41 reps instead of 50? All is well, right?
Unfortunately, it doesn't work like that. Bill and Ted aren't fine. All is not well. Bill is pissed. He tells Candace that Ted is an a-hole and goes home and kicks the dog because of the Shaved Reps. Ted isn't fine, either. Ted's reputation is now at stake because Candace thinks Ted is dishonest because of Shaved Reps. Also, it's not an isolated incident. It happens a lot – and we know about it even though we never bring it up. The cycle continues, and now the rest of the athletes are picking up on what's going on and the culture of the gym is starting to change and become less supportive. Standards become something that we lost. And the poor dog, man.
I'll let you in on an amazing little bit of irony: NOBODY CARES ABOUT YOUR SCORE UNLESS YOU CHEAT. IRONICALLY, PEOPLE CHEAT BECAUSE THEY THINK PEOPLE CARE ABOUT THEIR SCORES. Wrap your head around that for a minute.
Guys, LET'S FIX IT. Be honest. Count your reps better. Make the whiteboard an accurate measurement of your performance. Hold the standard.
Also, read these three posts about reps and whiteboards:
CFM Post 6/24/13: How to Beat Rep Shavers
CFM Post 1/7/13: The Pros and Cons of Whiteboards
And perhaps the best article on this topic ever written, by the CrossFit Journal: An Open Letter to Cheaters
Strict Press, Climbing
Strict Pull Ups (Weighted)
21-15-9 with 2 Burpees EMOM
Box Jumps (24/20)
Med Ball Sit Ups (20/14)
KB Swings (53/35)
5×3 Front Squats, Climbing
Run 800
50 Plate G2O (45/25)
Run 400
25 Plate G2O
Run 250
3×10 Seated Dumbell Press
3×10 KB Snatch, alternating
In teams of 2 or 3, for time:
60 Burpees
70 Toes to Bar
80 Cal Row
90 Pull Ups
100 Wall Balls
Happy Monday. Let's get it.
Strength –
a) 3×100' Yoke Carry
b) 3×15 Box Push Ups
c) 3×1 Minute Plank Hold
Double Unders
Ab Mat Sit Ups
*6 Clean and Jerks after each "round" (135/85)
TOMORROW! Open gym from 8:30-10:00, then Mobility and Mimosas from 10:00-11:30! Don't miss it!
Strength –
a) 3×5 Push Press, Climbing
b) 3×4 Turkish Get-Ups
Conditioning –
Kb Swings (53/35)
Goblet Box Step Ups
Ab Mat Sit Ups
YO! Don't forget about this Saturday! Open gym from 8:30-10:00, then Jen will be be leading the ladies through "Mobility and Mimosas" from 10:00am-11:30am!
Strength –
20 Minutes to Work to a heavy Power Snatch
10 Min Alternating EMOM
5 Rounds of:
Min 1: 10-12 Thrusters (95/65)
Min 2: 10-20 Toes to Bar
Conditioning –
10 minutes of :30 work, :30 rest, of –
Row for total meters
a) 4×10 GHD
b) 4×10 Bench Press, Across
c) 4×10 Bent Over Handle Row, Across
With a Partner, alternating rounds, or by yourself:
30 Rounds of –
5 Wallballs
1 Clean (225/155)
U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Aaron N. Holleyman, 27, of Glasgow, Montana, assigned to the 1st Battalion, 5th Special Forces Group, based in Fort Campbell, Kentucky, was killed on August 30, 2004, when his military vehicle hit an improvised explosive device in Khutayiah, Iraq. He is survived by his daughters Shelby and Erin, son Zachary, parents Ross and Glenda, and siblings Kelly and Daniel.
Ladies! Mobility and Mimosas is THIS Saturday at 10am-11:30am. There will be open gym from 8:30-10am, so if you're wanting to work out this weekend, make your plans accordingly! 🙂
2 Back Squats @ 80% of 1RM
3 Rounds of:
3 Minutes on, 1 Minute off
25 Double Unders
10 Pull Ups
10 Target Burpees
*Score is TOTAL reps. Start each new round where you left off from the previous.
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Ropes linking the balloon and its basket were severed during the incident, causing the basket, with two adults and two children inside, to crash to the ground near Chop Gate, Stokesley.
One of the girls, a 10-year-old, injured her back and ankle. She was airlifted to The James Cook University Hospital, in Middlesbrough, where her condition was described as stable.
The other girl, 11, suffered back injuries and was taken to the same hospital by road ambulance.
Gordon Ingram, paramedic for the Great North Air Ambulance Service, which attended the scene, said: "We believe the hot-air balloon's basket went underneath the wires, and the balloon itself went over the wires.
"The wires then separated the balloon from the basket, which fell 10 feet to the ground.
"We think the pilot thought he was clear of the wires, but then the wind dropped, causing the basket to go down."
Mr Ingram said the passengers had been very lucky that the incident had not been more serious.
The incident is now being examined by the British Balloon and Airship Club (BBAC), after the matter was referred by the UK Air Accidents Investigation branch.
Crispin Williams, of the BBAC, said balloons were generally very safe, with no deaths reported in Britain for more than a decade.
Trevor Cook, the father of the 10-year-old, who was in the balloon at the time, praised the emergency services.
Mr Cook, from Forres, Moray, said: "My daughter's got a sprained ankle and a bruised spine, but other than that she's absolutely fine.
"The other girl has a sprained ankle as well.
"We're all just a little bit achey and stiff. I'd like to thank everyone, especially the emergency services who were really good, particularly the police, the air ambulance and the staff at James Cook."
The balloon was one of a pair, which had set off from the Yorkshire Gliding Club at Sutton Bank, near Thirsk, at about 7am. They were travelling through the Bilsdale Valley at about 8am when they both got into trouble and were forced to land.
PC Melanie Smith, said: "I've spoken to the pilot and he said the wind suddenly started to drop, so they've come in to do a landing and have been quite clear of electricity wiring.
"Then there's been a curl wind which has caused the balloon to come down in a downwards direction.
"It's hit the electricity wires and the envelope of the balloon has had to be cut loose causing the basket to drop 15ft to the ground."
A spokeswoman from the Great North Air Ambulance said: "We took a 10-year-old female with lower back and ankle injuries to James Cook. Another 11-year-old female was taken by road to James Cook with lower back pain."