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The Insanely Tasty Green Mountain Parfait By GreenChefs Golubka
Posted By Golubka On August 29, 2010 @ 10:00 pm In Recipes / Desserts,Recipes / Raw,Recipes / Vegan | 7 Comments
Photography Golubka
Parfait is a wonderful thing. It allows those of us who find boredom in single-flavour desserts to enjoy many tastes and textures elegantly layered in one tall glass. This one was inspired by Japanese parfaits, in which the most peculiar colours and foods are combined to make insane edible creations.
Avocado ice cream is among our favourite culinary discoveries of this summer. It seems as though avocado was created for ice cream making, with its smooth and creamy texture.
We wanted this parfait to tell a visual story and paint a delicious landscape. The layers of green ice cream, buckwheat crunchies, fresh cherries, and blueberry and vanilla creams are meant to resemble topography. Mountains and valleys, trees and flowers, and finally, at the very top – snowy peaks.
Just like all desserts on Golubka, this parfait is nourishing and full of ingredients that do nice things for your body. Go ahead, try it for breakfast.
For the Light and Dark Green Layers – Avocado Ice Cream
3 hass avocados
1 cup meat of fresh young coconut OR cashews
1/4 cup coconut oil
juice and zest of 1 1/2 limes
5 dates – pitted
1/2 vanilla bean
31/3 cup light raw agave nectar
1 cup water
For the White and Blueberry Layers – Vanilla Cream – Blueberry Cream
1 cup meat of young Thai coconut
1/4 cup coconut water
1/4 cup coconut oil
1/2 vanilla bean
1/4 cup light raw agave nectar
1/2 cup dry coconut flakes OR cashews
For the Mango Buckwheat Crunchies
1 cup sprouted buckwheat
flesh of 1/2 ripe mango
2 dates – pitted
Instructions for the Light Green Layer – Avocado Ice Cream:
1. Combine all ingredients, except the lime zest, in a high speed blender until smooth.
2. Reserve 1/3 of the mixture for the forest green layer.
3. Chill well and put into an ice cream maker for 25 minutes or however long your brand of ice cream machine suggests.
4. Add the lime zest directly into the ice cream machine after about 15 minutes of churning.
5. Freeze for 1-2 hours before serving.
If you don't have an ice cream maker, there is an option to make avocado mousse instead of ice-cream. Just exclude the water and coconut meat/cashew, add about two more avocados and adjust the amount of agave to taste. Chill in the refrigerator until the mousse thickens.
Instructions for the Forest Green Layer – Avocado Ice Cream:
1. In a high speed blender, combine the reserved 1/3 of avocado mixture with some fresh spinach until the desired colour is achieved.
2. Make ice cream according to the instructions above.
Instructions for the White Layer – Vanilla Cream:
1. Combine all the ingredients in a high speed blender until smooth.
2. Reserve about 1/3 of the mixture for the Violet Layer.
3. Chill in the refrigerator until the cream thickens.
Instructions for the Violet Layer – Blueberry Cream:
1. In a high speed blender, add fresh blueberries or blueberry powder to the reserved 1/3 of vanilla cream until the desired colour is reached.
2. Chill in the refrigerator until the cream thickens.
Instructions for the Mango Buckwheat Crunchies:
1. In a blender, puree the mango flesh and dates.
2. Transfer to a mixing bowl together with the sprouted buckwheat and mix well to coat the sprouts.
3. Spread on Teflex sheets and dehydrate overnight or until completely dry and crispy.
Instructions for Assembly:
1-2 cups fresh cherries – pitted
1 cup fresh or freeze dried sour cherries (optional) – pitted
1. Cut the fresh cherries in half. Optionally, dehydrate the fresh cherries at 115F for 1-2 hours.
2. Using a piping or Ziploc bag, squeeze some avocado ice cream into a tall glass to make a first layer.
3. Follow by the forest green layer, and then more avocado ice cream mixed with cherries.
4. Sprinkle with mango buckwheat crunchies and top with blueberry and vanilla cream.
5. You can arrange the layers in any way you want.
6. Aesthetically, it's nice to take care to arrange the layers unevenly to create the hilly landscape appearance.
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Release date: 8/25/2014
Charlotte: Attorney General Roy Cooper today offered tips to help parents and teachers get children back to school safely and ready to learn as the traditional school year begins across North Carolina.
Cooper today visited Westerly Hills Academy in Charlotte to talk to students, teachers and administrators about school safety on the first day of the traditional school year for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Public Schools and many other school systems.
"Students, schools, families, law enforcement and communities working together must all work together to ensure a safe and successful school year," Cooper said. "A few simple steps can give parents and teachers some peace of mind so they can focus on helping kids learn."
Cooper's office offers the following safety tips:
Media Contact: Noelle Talley, (919) 716-6413

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Modern Apartment in Great Area
숙박 가능인원4
침실 수1
면적60 m²
Floor No.(with elevator)
- 에어콘
- 인터넷
- 수건
- 엘레베이터
- 가족 / 아이들과 친근함
- 부엌
- 흡연가능
Accommodation summary
|Elmalı Çeşme Sokak, 34714 İstanbul, 터키
|Acceptance rate
|Response time
|A few hours
|Calendar updated
|A few months ago
The lovely 1+1 apartment is located at the center of Kadikoy. The apartment is fully furnished and equipped with: a bedroom and a small sofa group, small vertical Jacuzzi, small and modernly designed bathroom, open american kitchen, kitchenware (dishes,pans, forks and knives), washing machine, refrigerator and cooker, towels for two, LCD TV and air condition.
Kadıköy it is also the name of the most prominent neighborhood of the district, a residential and commercial area that, with its numerous bars, cinemas and bookshops, is the cultural center of the Anatolian side. The major Haydarpaşa Terminal of the Turkish State Railways is located close to Kadıköy's center, serving east- and south-bound international, domestic and regional trains. Kadıköy does not have as much nightlife as Beyoğlu (where nightlife also continues much later into the night), nor does it have Nişantaşı's style of shopping or the Bosphorus for nightlife. Instead, it is often considered a cheaper alternative but may still be regarded as vibrant.
숙소규정Check in 14.30 till 19.00 it is late check in with extra charge as a 15€
Check out 11.30am
|Weekly rate for up to 2 guests
|38226365 ₩
|2 명 이상시 가격
|1977021 ₩ 1박당/
|Check-in before
|환불 규정
We where met by a person who was not very good at other languages than Tyrkish, however we got the appartment key and key to internet.
The appartment was as described, very nice, however the housekeeping could be little better, but it was acceptable. What is a great plus, is that this is one of the few appartment with a real oven.
The kitchen utilities was limited, you have what you need, but nothing extra, i would advice to put in a microwave, little more pots and pans, and a mixer.
All in all, my wife and I was satisfied by the appartment.
The area is nice, many small shops, easy access to supermarkeds for shopping. Dont miss out on the marked on your way to the haubor.
I would come again.
We stayed about 10 days in Metin's flat in Kadiköy-Istanbul. To say it in advance, we loved the district of Kadiköy which is more authentic and always busy but not crowded by tourists. I mean, if you stay just a few days in Istanbul, it might be better to have accommodation closer to the main monuments on the European side. As we had plenty of time we really enjoyed to take the ferry to the other side in the mornings having the first Cay on the boat.
With regard to the flat we've been more or less fine with it. I would say, the fotos made us expecting a better kept flat. No doubts that sb had cleaned the flat before but one could see that it is always done in a superficial way. This coincides with the impression that nobody cares about the many traces of wear like damages (scratches) on the wall or holes (from cigarette ashes) in the couch. The equipment is okay. Best of all is the bedroom with comfortable bed.
We were kind of disapointed that Metin sent sb to hand over the keys, who did not speak any word of English. So communication was limited to the WIFI-Key (which worked really well). I don't know if I expect to much of that as I used Wimdu the first time but I hoped to resolve some other questions about the city with the owner. When we told Metin the second day that we were not completely satisfied, he answered immediately and offered his help. So that was okay. Finally, we preferred to arrange the flat according to our "gusto" as far as possible and overall we had a nice time there.
The apartment is very functional, fully equipped and amazingly close to a large mosque and right in the shopping district. Great location, great facility and the move in and move out went smoothly and was with ease.
Zunächst beschreibe ich die positiven Seiten. Das Appartement ist sehr zentral. In 10 Gehminuten ist man im Ortskern Kadiköy. Von dort aus kann man mit der Fähre auf die europäische Seite, zu den Inseln und mit dem Minibus (Dolmus) nach Üsküdar. Um die Ecke findet man zahlreiche Cafés wo man gut frühstücken oder Essen kann (z.B. Esmer Chef).
Bei unserer Ankunft war das Bett noch mit der Wäsche des Vormieters bezogen. Sie wurde gewaschen aber aufhängen mussten wir sie selbst. Das Appartement war nicht geputzt, überall War Staub und Spinnweben. Die Nachtlichter im Schlafzimmer funktionierten nicht. Die Küche empfanden wir als so anstößig und haben noch nicht einmal Kaffee gekocht. Die Fenster waren durch den Staub schon fast milchig. Die Badetücher waren mit Brandlöchern versehen wir auch das Sofa. Die Dusche war ohne Badelatschen nicht begehbar. Die Waschmaschine roch unangenehm.
Preislich vollkommen ok, aber da wir ein Kind dabei hatten, würden wir die Unterkunft nicht nochmal buchen. Wir nutzten die Unterkunft lediglich als Schlafstätte.
Cok temiz, aile apartmanında sirin bir daire. Metin her zaman cabuk ulasabilir ve sorununuz varsa hemen cozebiliyor. Kadikoye gideceksem yine buraya gelirim. Kisin gitmemize ragmen otel konforonda bir bir hafta gecirdim. Ve arkadaslarimi oraya suphesiz yonlendiriyorum.
Alles ist genauso wie beschrieben und auf den Fotos dargestellt. Die Lage ist wirklich klasse! Sehr netter und angenehmer Gastgeber. Alles war ordentlich und sauber, wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und würden wieder hier buchen.
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I didn't stay this apartment I booked.
The caretaker told us the apartment I booked has problem with electricity and roof when we arrived.
Then he took us to another apartment that smelly, dirty and no internet connection. Ironing board was broken too.
My all family and friends were worried me because of Turkish coup situation but I couldn't send any message to them that night. Thats terrible.
We were not happy at all.
We complained to the caretaker and tried to speak to the owner but he had never answered our call. The caretaker also didn't answer call often or call us back.
My partner complained then the caretaker offered bigger apartment and also the apartment I booked if the repair work finish. 2 days later the receptionist told us we can move bigger apartment if we pay extra money.
Somehow we found later the apartment I booked the electricity and roof were no problem. The caretaker told us a lie.
We of course complained because we supposed to stay the apartment I booked.
After our complain, we could stay bigger apartment but no clean enough so we cleaned after we moved in and no toilet roll and washing up requid etc.
The rest of our stay was ok....however, this experience was really terrible and very much disappointed.
it was really disappointed and sad because last stay I stay his ( the owner's ) other area's apartment and I was happy to stay but not this time.
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- 모든 호스트는 전화로 입증되었습니다.


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- Subjects:Grammar and Punctuation, Journal Writing, Teacher Tips and Strategies
- Skills:Grammar and Punctuation, Vocabulary, Writing
Grammar Journals
- Grades: 3–5, 6–8
Grammar journals get my students writing every day, increase their motivation to write, and teach grammar through practical application. Lately, we have been consuming more class time on Common Core writing, which is good, but I started questioning myself. Were my students writing enough to develop the writing fluency skills they need to pass state assessments? Was I teaching the pleasure of writing?
Grammar journals provide a risk-free zone where students can experiment with new grammar skills in the context of their own writing. I introduce them in a manner similar to the way I introduce warm-ups or bell ringers. Sometimes the students engage in free writes. Other times, when I am setting them up for a specific grammar lesson, I provide a prompt. My 6th graders love the journals! On the last grammar assessment, 97 percent of my 110 students scored 80 or above on pronoun questions similar to state assessment questions. The questions covered subject pronouns, object pronouns, possessive pronouns, and reflexive pronouns, which are part of the CCSS focus for grade 6. My 6th graders were successful because they could apply the rules they had learned in their own writing attempts.
Grammar Journals Overview
For our journals, we use single-subject spiral notebooks. I teach one grammar rule each week, or 40 grammar lessons a year. I introduce the rule on Monday in a 20–40 minute lesson and return to it throughout the week.
The right-hand page of the notebook is for journaling. I give my 6th graders one minute to think and three to five minutes to write. It prepares them for writing under timed conditions. Later, if they choose, they can go back and write more.
The left-hand page is reserved for recording grammar notes. This way, by the end of the year, they will have a grammar reference guide and a journal to illustrate how much they have grown as writers.
The journals are introduced creating what Ralph Fletcher calls an "expert list," that is, an idea bank or a list of topics that you know something about. This supports those students who get the deer-in-the-headlights look when asked to come up with a topic. A picture of my "expert web" from my own journal is pictured above.
Right Side: Journal Entries
On Monday, we begin each grammar lesson with a journal entry. I like to give them free writing time with very few stipulations. For example, students may like to write nature journals, weather journals, diaries, or stories. These are exemplars of journals they may keep as adults.
However, if I want to teach subject pronouns, plural and possessive, I would have them write about something they did with a friend or family member. Or, if the goal is to teach reflexive pronouns (myself, himself, themselves, etc.), I may ask them to write about a time when they went shopping with friends or family. Their goal in this case is to write in detail, describing what each person bought and for whom they bought it. This sets them up for the forthcoming grammar lesson. If I want to teach a lesson on prepositional phrases, I might have them describe their favorite room in the house, identifying where everything is located. My goal, in addition to teaching grammar, is to help them develop writing fluency, motivate them to write, and foster a love of journaling that they will carry into adulthood. During the rest of the week, my students continue to write, but I also post bell ringers that reflect state test assessments.
Students are not required to share their entries, but I do allow them the opportunity. You would be surprised what students will share. It is important to create a risk-free environment. In the upper right-hand corner, we code each journal entry. An open eye means it is public. A closed eye means it is private. My students know that I will honor their privacy and not share their entry with the class. One unplanned benefit is that you get to know your students on a deeper level.
Left-Side Grammar Lessons
After students finish writing, they take grammar notes on the left-hand side of their journals. Sometimes, in order to save time, I create half page notes, like the ones to the right, and the students glue them in. Each lesson contains a title, a definition, examples, and an interactive component. Sometimes the interactive component is a blank space, where students add their own examples, or a state test type of question. Feel free to download my subject and object pronouns notes.
The most successful lessons focus on the errors that the majority of the class is making. Once the rule is taught, students apply this knowledge to their own writing. They highlight samples of their writing that illustrate that they can use the rule correctly or samples they have edited according to what they have learned. It takes 20–40 minutes to introduce a grammar rule and apply it. The rest of the week we review and apply the rule to journal entries and academic writing.
Review and Reinforce Bell Ringers
Throughout the week, students write in their journals and complete one bell-ringer or warm-up exercise. We focus on the new skill, but also spiral prior skills that caused students to struggle. Most bell ringers reflect state assessment grammar questions. I walk around the room and quickly assess who has mastered the skill and who has not, and briefly meet with those who are struggling. A short class discussion closes the bell-ringer activity.
Grading the Journals
How do I grade all this writing? Ha! I am a busy person. I do not have time to grade 110 journals every week, especially if students are writing every day. My goal is to maintain the sandbox, risk-free atmosphere. I assess bell ringers daily, so I know whether or not my students are mastering the grammar skills. However, to foster accountability for journal writing, I walk around the room with a checklist every five weeks, while students are reading or writing an assignment, and grade journals with the following rubric:
- Journals are labeled and neat (10 points)
- Five grammar notes recorded completely and accurately (25 points)
- Five journal entries (25 points)
Since introducing grammar journals, I've noticed that the intrinsic value my students place in grammar has increased considerably. In my classroom, we now have major grammar discussions. When students first acquire a new skill, they often overcorrect, and grammar journals give them the opportunity to explore and practice the newly learned skill. If they are proficient in their personal writing, they will be more successful at transitioning the skills to the high-level academic writing that is required from the Common Core. It also preserves the love of writing.
FREE Grammar Resources
If you have a grammar reference book, most of the work is done for you. You can simply have students copy the rule in their journal and add examples, and provide a section for interaction. A great time-saving option is to use Scholastic Printables and Scope magazine's grammar resources for notes and bell ringers. Sometimes, they have the rules in a box at the top of the page, so students can simply cut out the rules and examples and glue them into the journals.
I love the grammar lessons that Scope magazine offers on its companion Web site. Yes, this is new. "The Lazy Editor" provides an opportunity for students to practice and review skills beyond the grammar journals. For instance, Scope's January 30, 2012, Lazy Editor includes lessons on capitalization, avoiding run-on sentences, correct placement of modifiers, word-variation, and sentence-structure variation.
Scholastic Printables has many grammar handouts, many of which are aligned to the Common Core. For example, according to the CCSS, 6th grade grammar should encompass an in-depth exploration of pronouns. Printables offer a differentiated pack on pronouns (grades 4, 5, and 6) to support the different level of learners in the classroom. To help introduce the different types of pronouns to my 6th graders, I used the handouts "Subject and Object Pronouns," "Indefinite Pronouns," "Possessive Pronouns," and "Pronouns Test Prep" (a bell-ringer resource).
Do you use grammar journals in your classroom, or have questions about how they work? Comment below.
Comments (143)
Thank you all so much for loving the grammar journal lessons. Don't shriek when I say my lessons are data driven. The lessons are selected depending on the data aggregated from students' writing assignments. While reading, make a checklist. Track the most common grammar mistakes. Prioritize them. For example, if students are not referencing titles correctly, I pull a lesson that focuses on titles. If they struggle with citing embedded quotes, I pull a lesson that focuses on embedding direct quotations. I believe that the best lessons are not sequenced from A-Z or September to June, but those that relate to students' writing goals -- authentic live-in-the-moment lessons. I have learned that students will retain and apply the knowledge if the lessons have more meaning or relevancy.
I would also love to get the lessons. I teach an advanced 5th grade class.
I would also love to get the lessons. I teach an advanced 5th grade class.
I teach special education reading and writing and would love a copy of 5th grade lessons. Thank you!
Would love a copy of your lessons. I teach 5th grade ELA.
This idea goes along with something I heard at a conference I went to this summer.
I love your ideas related to the grammar journal!! I want to incorporate it into my classroom next year. I am about to enter my second year of teaching ELA. If you are sharing your weekly grammar lessons, please let me know!
I have been teaching for many years,specifically k-2 however, this is my 1st year in a 6th grade classroom...I would LOVE a copy of your lessons since I feel like I'm starting all over again... would you be able to send me a copy of your grammar lessons? I would be so grateful.
Would love a copy if possible. Can you please send one to me? I teach 4-5 split.
I LOVE this idea about grammar journals and would love a copy of the 40 lessons. I teach 5th grade and this would be very helpful for my students.
Great idea! Is there anyway you can share the grammar lessons? firstname.lastname@example.com
Great idea! Is there anyway you can share the grammar lessons? email@example.com
I was wondering if you could share your lessons with me. Again, I also teach 6th grade and am in my 2nd year. Please email me.
Mary Blow, this is amazing! I am a second year 6th grade teacher and could really use some help. I have some questions for you. Would you please email me? My email is email@example.com
Hi Mary!
I am entering my second year of teaching 5th grade and have searching for a great system to incorporate grammar into my writing curriculum. We already use an interactive notebook for reading and I LOVE the idea of using one in writing. I know you teach 6th grade, but I was wondering if you would still share your lessons or even let me know where I could purchase them. Also, do you use a spelling component to your writing notebook?
My email is email@example.com.
I am going to implement this in my third grade ELA class this year. I see where lots of people have asked about the 40 lessons, but I did not see a response from you. I would love a copy and of them if you are sharing them or are you selling them?
I would love to have this for mini-lessons & centers. Great idea
What a great idea! I don't want to do worksheets out of context anymore! Can I get copies of your 40 lessons and bell ringers activities? I would love to try this idea. I already have the notebooks!
Hi! I'd love to have the 40 grammar lessons as well! Please share or let me know where I can purchase them.
If you are sharing your lessons, I would love to have a copy. I teach 5th grade ELA.
Hi Mary, Loved your notebook idea for grammar lessons to get them writing. It truly seems like something simple that would work with my fourth grade kiddos. Can I buy those 40 grammar lessons from you for the year, any handouts along with the bell ringer activities? You've got me excited about doing this. My e-mail is: firstname.lastname@example.com. Thanks so much. Noelle
If you think this could be applicable to my 4th graders, I'd love a copy of your lessons, too.
Hi, I love your grammar notebook idea. How can I get the 40 mini lessons? Also, where can I find the bell ringers to include in the notebook.
Thank you.
I love this! Are you selling the completed 40 lessons? As a new teacher, I would absolutely love to have this in my classroom for next year.
I would love a copy of your 40 lessons. May I purchase them?
I love this idea of grammar journals. I would be interested in the lessons you use. Would you send them to me/may I purchase them?
Hi Mary,
Thank you for the 2 free downloads. I am looking for more. Do you sell your 40 grammar lessons? I would love a copy!
Hi Mary!
I've seen so many people ask about getting a copy of the 40 mini lesson plans. As a first year teacher I would love to get a copy and am willing to purchase as well. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and experience.
I would love for you to send me your 40 mini lessons if possible.
I love this idea and want to incorporate the grammar journals into my classroom this year. I too I am interested in getting a copy of your 40 lesson. Are you sharing them?
I love your ideas! I teach 6th grade writing workshop, and am looking for a better way to incorporate grammar. I would be interested in buying your stuff too!
Thanks for sharing :)
Christie (email@example.com)
I would also love to obtain a copy of your 40 lessons, if possible. Can I purchase these from you?
Thanks so much,
Marie Feliz
Dear Mary, I am about to begin teaching grammar in the inner city of Cleveland. This idea hits on so many of the issues that I have been worrying about. Is it possible to purchase the 40 ideas? Thank you so much.
I would like to purchase the 40 lessons. I teach 7th grade Language Arts and 7-8 combined English only. Please contact me. email@example.com
Seems like a lot of people have asked the same thing.....are you sharing or "selling" your 40 week lessons? I would love to try this with my 6th graders this year as well. I definitely have a few lessons in mind to start but would love to see what you did and the handouts you used.
Are you providing teachers with the 40 lessons? I would love to have them as well!
Hi Mary, Love the grammar journal! I am interested in purchasing the 40 lessons you created (if this is possible). My email: email@example.com. Thanks! Kristen
This is exactly what I want to do with my 6th graders next year! Are you willing to share your lessons? I would be so grateful & willing to purchase them!
I would love to have a copy of your 40 lessons and am willing to pay. My email is firstname.lastname@example.com.
Hi Mary, I tried to look you up to see if you had a unit of this on Teachers Pay Teachers, but didn't find anything! If you are sharing and/or selling, please let me know! Thanks!
I have been looking for a fun and easy way to get the kids writing on a more daily basis. I too would be interested in the 40 lessons that you teach and how you incorporate them into your classroom. My email is firstname.lastname@example.com. I would be willing to pay! Thanks so much for sharing such a great idea!!!
I love your idea! I am a college professor and I teach developmental courses. I think this would be something I can incorporate for my ESL students. They often struggle when it comes to grammar, spelling and writing. Thank you for sharing! I would love to see your 40 lessons.
This is exactly what my fellow sixth grade English teachers are looking for! I was hoping you had a couple more examples of what the journals look like and how you used them. If you could email me more information or another example of a minilesson and prompt, that would be great! firstname.lastname@example.com
This is exactly what I am looking for! I am starting my first semester of teaching right in the middle of the school year and feel completely lost! I would love to also get the lessons if they are available and would be willing to pay for them.
Thank you!
Grammar has been a struggle for years. I've tried so many ways;-
I like this idea. I'd like to see a few of your lessons, mostly to see the order in which you approach the skills. If that is possible could you send more details? It looks like you have opened up a can of worms as you have interested so many people.
I really love this idea. I have been struggling to make grammar feel applicable to my students. I would also love if you are sharing or selling. Please let me know. email@example.com
Hi This is a great idea. I am a resource room teacher and I am going to try this. I as well would love a copy of your 40 lessons. I would be willing to purchase.
Thank you for ahring your idea.
I would be more than happy to pay you for your grammar lessons! Please email me.
I use grammar journals as well, but I like way yours are set up much better! I would also like a copy of the 40 lessons if you are sharing. Thank you!
Love the idea of grammar journals. Could I have a copy of the forty lessons?
I would love for you to send me a copy of the lessons. Thaank you in advance


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Commissioner releases incident information
Chieftain was denied report for months
Early this year, deputies had County Commissioner Liane "Buffie" McFadyen and the head of the local Democratic Party call for a ride after both were found in a parked car, suspected of being too intoxicated to drive.
McFadyen, in a deputy video obtained by The Pueblo Chieftain and in a statement issued Tuesday, said she had consumed a glass of wine about an hour and a half before they were contacted.
McFadyen was with Ron Greenwell, chairman of the Pueblo County Democratic Party.
About 11:30 p.m. on Jan. 25, Pueblo deputies contacted the two sitting inside McFadyen's Toyota FJ, parked at a park and ride lot at U.S. 50 and Swallows Road.
The vehicle was not running, keys were not in the ignition, so deputies did not issue a DUI citation.
"From looking at the video and reading the report, the keys weren't in the ignition. That's the deputies' discretion at that point," Undersheriff JR Hall said.
Greenwell told deputies he hadn't drank and could drive them home. He registered a 0.14 on a Breathalyzer test, according to the video. Driving under the influence of alcohol is 0.08.
Deputies told them to call for a ride and McFadyen's husband arrived.
In a statement, McFadyen said she and Greenwell were dropped off at their vehicles after a trip with friends to "family night" at the Desert Reef Hot Springs in Florence.
The two were talking in McFadyen's vehicle when deputies arrived to investigate a suspicious vehicle, a report said.
"They asked if I had been drinking. I told them I had consumed a glass of wine, and agreed with their suggestion that calling for a ride would be the safest thing to do," McFadyen wrote.
"This was no accident, as I enjoy spending time occasionally with friends and at times partaking in a glass of wine or two. I trust that my personal life as reflected by this letter and the report also demonstrates the sound judgment that I have consistently tried to use when representing my constituents."
When contacted by phone, Greenwell said: "I have no statement."
Through open record requests, The Chieftain tried obtaining the deputy report earlier this year but was denied by the sheriff and county attorney's office, stating that since no official action had been taken it was not public record.
McFadyen said she decided to release the information because "certain untrue allegations have been made and I have decided that in the best interest of my children, the county (government) and the citizens of this county to openly disclose the reports and video."
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Piano prodigy Lola Astanova became a YouTube sensation in 2009. Now, with her glamorous performances and passion for fashion, all the world's her stage. Here, Astanova gives us an impromtu concert during our November 2013 issue photo shoot at the Kravis Center with a selection from Sergei Rachmaninoff's Musical Moments #4.
To read our profile on the virtuoso, click here.
Lola Astanova treated us to an impromptu concert backstage at the Kravis Center during the photo shoot for our November 2013 issue.
Lola Astanova behind a beautiful Steineway & Sons piano.
Even with an empty theater, the Kravis Center can be an imposing site for the uninitiated. Astanova, however, was right at home on stage.


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Kanye West-- Boston, MA-- November 17th, 2013
Kendrick Lamar:
Money Trees
Backseat Freestyle
m.A.A.d city (2nd verse)
The Art of Peer Pressure (intro only)
Fuckin' Problems (A$AP Rocky cover, did his verse twice in a row)
Swimming Pools (Drank)
Bitch, Don't Kill My Vibe (remix)
Poetic Justice
m.A.A.d city (1st verse)
Sing About Me, I'm Dying of Thirst
Kanye West:
On Sight
New Slaves
Send it Up
I Don't Like (Chief Keef cover)
Black Skinhead
I Am a God
Can't Tell Me Nothing
Coldest Winter
Hold My Liquor
I'm in It
Guilt Trip
Blood on the Leaves
Lost in the World
Street Lights
Through the Wire
Jesus Walks
Diamonds (Rihanna cover w/ Diamonds from Sierra Leone intro)
Flashing Lights
All of the Lights
Good Life
Bound 2
What I expected to be a good time ended up being absolutely incredible and one of the most special shows I've been to this year.
My friend and I were running a bit late to the show and ended up getting there about 5 minutes before the show was supposed to start. We get in the venue and find out that our seats were roped off. After asking a couple of employees what the deal was, we were told to go to guest services to get our tickets switched out. The people in guest services explained that Kanye had "had a dream to switch the stage setup" which led to our section being blocked off because it was now behind the stage. Well Kanye's dream ended up paying off big time for me because our seats got switched from the balcony to the first row above the floor. I was rendered completely speechless. I went from having nosebleed tickets in South Boston that cost $40 to having prime seats right off the floor that were going for $180 handed to me for free. Needless to say, I would like to thank Kanye's dreaming for making this possible and may he have many more brilliant visions in his sleep for years to come.
The shock hadn't quite worn off when Kendrick Lamar took the stage about 5 minutes later. Kendrick Lamar has become my favorite modern rapper over the past year following the release of the near-masterpiece good kid, m.A.A.d city, so naturally I was pumped to get the chance to see him live. His live performance was about what I expected as he displayed his rare skill on the mic and had a lot of energy while doing so. His flow is a lot less distinct live, but it doesn't really take that much away because his delivery is still fluid and razor-sharp. He made great use of a live band that made the songs distinctly different from the studio versions. The band made the mellow moments more subtle and the upbeat moments more powerful. The 1st verse of "m.A.A.d city" particularly benefited from the band as the guitar intro made the dropping of the beat and the start of that monstrous verse that much more intense. It did irk me that he didn't play some of his songs all the way through (I'll give him a pass on "Sing About Me/I'm Dying of Thirst" because it's almost 11 minutes long, but the other ones he cut short could've have easily been played all the way through) and that he used a backing track instead of actually rapping on some of the really fast parts of his songs (the end of "Backseat Freestyle", "Poetic Justice".) While not being quite as impressive as his studio material, Kendrick Lamar is still a damn good performer who has claimed his rightful place at the top of the hip-hop hierarchy.
After a decently long wait, Kanye West came storming onto the stage. I've only recently became a fan of his music thanks to his newest record Yeezus. My enjoyment of Yeezus led me to reevaluate his discography and realize that I'd been missing out on some special music over the past decade. I really didn't know what to expect from his live show, but safe to say as soon as he went on I went into an almost-trance like state. Say what you want about his antics away from music, but Kanye West is a fucking showman. He absolutely tore up the TD Garden with an almost two-hour set with consistent energy and some of the most elaborate stage setups I've ever seen. The set was broken into five parts: fighting, searching, falling, rising and finding. Each part of the setlist was accompanied with songs that West felt fit these themes which gave the set an incredible flow all the way through. The set went from a pissed-off intro ("On Sight", "New Slaves") to a dreary mid-section ("Coldest Winter", "Heartless") before ending on a very upbeat note ("Good Life", "Bound 2".) The twists and turns in tempo the set took made it a roller-coaster ride of emotional depth unlike anything I've ever seen before. Adding to the dense, grandiose nature of the setlist, was the bonkers stage setup and theatrics he had. The stage was gigantic with a long ramp that extended about halfway onto the floor, a giant circular video screen on-top and a huge mountain backdrop that served as the focal point of the stage setup. At various points of the show, West had these veiled women wearing flesh-colored bodysuits march around the stage and even pick him up during "I Am a God". It was definitely a strange thing to have as a part of show, but it added this really eerie and unique atmosphere to the performance. There was a lot of other cool side things throughout that further added to the spectacle including the pyro/light show during "All of the Lights", a yeti-like creature complete with red-glowing eyes coming out during "Hold My Liquor" and of course, a man dressed as Jesus coming out during "Jesus Walks" to pray with him (Jesus made another another appearance at the end of the set as all the veiled women and West sat in a line and bowed to him at the top of the mountain.) West capped off the night by doing one of the coolest things I've ever seen at a show by giving someone in the crowd his mic when he was walking off the stage. Kanye is an over-the-top guy with an unlimited amount of confidence in his art and his live performance perfectly conveys that. I'll happily dole out big bucks to see Yeezus Christ again in the future. He may not be an actual god, but his performance last night sure as hell was godlike.
Random Side Notes:
-When walking to the show, my friend and I heard a taxi blaring "Angel of Death" by Slayer. I haven't laughed that hard in a long time.
-West performed most of the set wearing various bedazzled masks. Because of this, these highly intoxicated girls that were sitting next to me thought it was an imposter and kept yelling "fuck you" and "that's not Kanye!" before eventually leaving and never coming back about 45 minutes into the set. 15 minutes or so later, West ripped the mask off and didn't play with one for the rest of the night. This provided me with a lot of entertainment because it was blatantly clear long before he ripped the mask off that it was in fact Kanye West performing, not an imposter. Cocaine is a hell of a drug...
- About 15-20 minutes after Kendrick Lamar got off-stage, an African-American lady that was sitting next to me randomly stated to a worker at the TD Garden that Kanye wasn't on-stage yet because he was running on "colored people time" and that "black people are late to their own funeral".
-The same lady kept telling my friend and I that we could get free drinks from her brother that worked at the venue. I wish I had a dollar for every time she told me to "go see Barry in section 20, he'll hook you up".
-There was this random guy on the floor who was dancing like a maniac throughout . I don't if he was intoxicated or just super energetic, but this dude was GROOVING like nobody's business for a long-ass time without stopping. God bless that man, I've never seen more colorful or spastic dancing in my entire life.
Kendrick Lamar 8.5/10
Kanye West 9.5/10
2/19 Tove Lo
3/28 Vince Staples
The most important thing at any Garden show....did you see Jesus Guy outside North Station?!?
George W. Bush is the son of a swine. I hope that one day his body is identified by the teeth marks on my penis.
How was Kanye's musical and song performance? Did he actually do all the tunes all the way through?
Great fucking review. Glad you had a grand time. Cool setlist, but Kanye should have played "Drive Slow". That's my favorite Kanye song ever. "DRIVE SLOW HOMIE! BETTER PUT YO HAZARD LIGHTS ON WHEN YOU SEE THEM HOES".
8/31 - Sleep
11/10 - Judas Priest
11/14 - Slayer
No Gold Digger!
I saw Kendrick perform at UCLA about a year before mAAd City came out. He got an awful reception from what I remember and played this fucking horrible song called Pussy and Patron. I guess he stepped up his game big time for that first album.
Also, great review man, sounds like you had one hell of a good time.
2/19 Tove Lo
3/28 Vince Staples
A Chief Keef cover? That is wonderful
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Zias earn All-LSC soccer honors:
October 31, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University sophomore defender Victoria Perez and senior midfielder Danielle Thurman earned second team All-Lone Star Conference in women's soccer, according to a school press release.
Perez, a Rio Rancho High graduate, finished the season with four goals and two assists. She also earned a spot on the conference's All-Academic team
Thurman registered a team- and career-best six goals for the Zias.
The Del Norte High product concluded her career tied for second at ENMU in assists (10), fourth in points (38) and fourth in goals (14).


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Budget peace breaks out — after Boehner tough talk
WASHINGTON – Battle-fatigued and suddenly bipartisan, the House voted Thursday night to ease across-the-board federal spending cuts and head off future government shutdowns, acting after Speaker John Boehner unleashed a stinging attack on tea party-aligned conservative groups campaigning for the measure's defeat.
The legislation, backed by the White House, cleared on a vote of 332-94, with lopsided majorities of Republicans and Democrats alike voting in favor. Final passage is expected next week in the Senate.
The events in the House gave a light coating of bipartisan cooperation to the end of a bruising year of divided government – memorable for a partial government shutdown, flirtation with an unprecedented Treasury default and gridlock on immigration, gun control and other items on President Barack Obama's second-term agenda.
Obama's press secretary, Jay Carney, hailed the vote, saying it "shows Washington can and should stop governing by crisis and both sides can work together to get things done." Minutes after the budget action, the House approved a broad military policy bill that aims to curb sexual assaults, cover combat pay for U.S. forces and fund new aircraft and ships. That vote, too, was lopsided, 350-69, sending the bill to the Senate, which plans to adjourn for the year next week.
In the end, the budget debate in the House was tame by comparison with Boehner's criticism of Republican-favoring outside groups that at times have been more of an obstacle to him than Democrats.
"I think they're misleading their followers," the Republican speaker said of the groups, whom he pointedly also blamed for last fall's politically damaging partial government shutdown. "I think they're pushing our members in places where they don't want to be. And frankly, I just think that they've lost all credibility" by opposing legislation before the details are known."


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Kingston Memory, the world's largest manufacturer of memory modules, on Wednesday unveiled the world's first 12GB memory kit for systems powered by Intel Core i7 central processing units. The kit provides unprecedented performance for workstation and virtualized applications, but comes at a price.
Kingston's 12GB memory kit for Intel Core i7-based personal computers consists of three 4GB memory modules and is capable of functioning at 1600MHz with CL9 9-9-27 latency settings at 1.65v voltage. The kit carries HyperX brand, which implies that it is aimed at performance-minded enthusiasts, and features eXreme Memory Profiles (XMP) settings to enable automatic operation at the clock-speed not officially supported by current platforms.
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Skip to comments.Senate GOP ponders ceding power to President Obama (BE CAREFUL, this *IS* Politico)
Posted on 02/27/2013 8:02:23 AM PST by Lazamataz
Days before the March 1 deadline, Senate Republicans are circulating a draft bill that would cancel $85 billion in across-the-board spending cuts and instead turn over authority to President Barack Obama to achieve the same level of savings under a plan to be filed by March 8.
The five- page document, which has the tacit support of Senate GOP leaders, represents a remarkable shift for the party. Having railed against Senate Democrats for not passing a budget, Republicans are now proposing that Congress surrender an important piece of its Constitutional power of the purse for the last seven months of this fiscal year.
Read more: http://www.politico.com/story/2013/02/senate-gop-ponders-shifting-power-to-obama-88149.html#ixzz2M7EpMR1V
However, if this is true: Between this and the Hagel vote, it is clear that Republicans hold all the same views as Democrats, except for the 'winning lots of elections' thing.
Doesn't that bring us full-circle back to the Line Item Veto (which was already declared to be unconstitutional by SCOTUS?)
Day in and day out, the vein in my forehead bulges further and further.
McConnell has been hiding in the weeds and getting ready to drop something. No leadership or credible opposition from him at all. What a dirtbag he is.
I think it's safe to say no one heeded your headline warning, which was my first impulse - to check the source. Time will tell....but many leap before looking around here...
Haven't they essentially already done that?
They haven't successfully defeated or even stood up to Obama on anything.
The Democrats imagined at the time that they should have FULL FUNDING so they automatically opposed any effort for sequestration. Through their control of Congress they finally passed a law prohibiting the President from doing it on his own, and then they allowed outside groups to take the whole issue to court.
Congress appears to have the Constitutional power to control sequestration with or without the President, and they can also allow the President to 'jus do it'.
The Democrats are giving up on this one too easily ~ but I can hear Teddy Kennedy rolling over in his grave ~ the line item veto you mentioned was supposed to be a way back to Presidential sequestration power ~ but the court said 'yo'all cain't do it that way neither'.
"They havent successfully defeated or even stood up to Obama on anything."
Republicans: the incredible shrinking party !!
Fighting amongst themselves in a race towards obscurity !!
Can you predict how quickly they will disappear ??
Also remember that while we fully expect the no-ball bastard RINO Republicans in the Senate to puss out, the 'deal' still has to go through the House.
It galls me that the Senate takes the lead on fiscal things like this when the Constitution delegates that authority to the House of Representatives. Technically, the Senate cannot originate a spending bill.
The Republican Party already has. They just don't admit it.
I call bull shit on this article. If we should believe this then why has Congress been holding back the "One" from spending the last several months? Remember the "One" wants to make "Pubbies" a thing of the past and this article is a damn good start!
With this one, not so much.
This move is transparent, and too clever by half. They think they can make Obama govern. That will not be happening. They have the right idea, in that they FINALLY are trying to make him own it, but this stunt won't do any good at all.
The very source -- Politico -- makes your thoughts more relevant.
Hey, how much could the DEms possibly spend in 7 months?
Let 'em have the reins, we'll keep the ammo.
Consider this however. Pelosi could be considered the defacto Speaker of the House. The Rat caucus and 20 or so go along to get a long GOPe Rinos can totally neuter the conservative leaning GOP house members, especially with the lack of leadership by Boehner. Game, set, and match for Obama. Of course the bill giving in to the 0ne would have to be passed first before we can know what is in it.
If this turns out to be true, why not just stop paying the Senate for not doing their job? Just dissolve the whole thing with their staff, sell off the building, vehicles, aircraft, etc and I'm sure we could save all kinds of cash.
If we are going to have open borders, let's dismantle Homeland Security and Border Patrol.
If we're going to crash, let's crash HARD, killing everyone on board!
GOP leadership, aka The Democrat Front.
Agreed. In other words, let's just have the Reichstag fire without all the flames and burning and smoke and stuff.
I don't understand!!!
I did not realize we had so many French Republicans.
It confirms what I have sensed all along. The Reps are starting to panic. They are the ones coming up with all of the alternatives. They are again negotiating with themselves.
They should just do nothing and ask the President and Reid to come up with a plan. Otherwise the miniscule cuts should go forward. We all know that this does not bind subsequent Congresses and that much of money will be restored under the CR negotiations.
Obama and the Dems are sending a clear message. No spending cuts will be tolerated--however small. It is meant to intimidate the Reps from making any further "cuts" without including tax increases on the "rich."
IF this is true, the republicrat party is done.
Stick a fork in it and drive a stake through its heart. And good riddance!
Kinda hard to get things done when you control 1/3 of the Government and the other side controls 2/3 of the Government.. Just saying.
It confirms what I have sensed all along. The Reps are starting to panic. They are the ones coming up with all of the alternatives. They are again negotiating with themselves.
Sadly, we have seen this train wreck before. McConnell lives for these complicated deals. I get worried when he is so quiet. He should have been with Boehner at the presser smacking the kenyan. But when McConnell is hiding under his desk something bad is always around the corner.
Hey Dummy,, the house has been passing the bills left and right.. It is Harry Reid who has been stopping them in the Senate..
They are already gone.
And if it was not for Ronald Reagan, they would never have even existed.
Kinda hard to get things done when you control 1/3 of the Government and the other side controls 2/3 of the Government.. Just saying.
Kinda hard to get things done when you have no fight. The kenyan said we will cause sick kids to starve. Them's fightin' words. Yet nothing from the GOP about that vile demagoguery. NOTHING. And you want to give them a medal for that?
Who in the hell are you calling dummy? The facts are the facts. The HOUSE has to originate all fiscal spending bills, period. In practice, the Senate often takes the initiative and passes something, but it still has to pass through the House gate with the HOUSE recommending passing in conference what the Senate has proposed. If you were to look at the language of these conferences, you'd see the House is the one that finally approves. Call yourself a dummy
Coming from a loser Third Party supporter like you.. I doubt you losers supported Ronald Reagan..
I'm just stating the facts... BILLS HAVE BEEN COMING FROM THE HOUSE AND THE SENATE HAS REFUSED TO BRING IT TO A VOTE... Dumb Ass.
It'll never happen - the democraps won't fall for that. No way barky would take the fall and have to hand pick the programs that he's cutting $85 billion from. First off that would mean he'd have to work, and we know he's not going to do that. Second, then every dollar cut would be pinned on him - no way for him to blame anybody else.
Nice try for the rope-a-dope from the pubbies, but forget about it.
Maybe the strategy is to let obama own it all and take the fall for the economy.
Exactly. You've got it; most posters on this thread are clueless.
And this is not the first time this has been proposed contrary to what Politico is saying. The GOP has already been saying this but Bambi has not taken the bait.
It's a parallel but I can see them massaging the nuances to avoid it.
It may not so much be false as reported with a bit of a spin.
The issue between the Kenyan anti-Christ and the Stupid Party is that both want to get rid of the sequester (because the cuts were purposely aimed at things each party didn't really want to cut, to persuade both sides to cut a deal, instead), but the anti-Christ is demanding that it come with increased taxes.
From this report, I gather, the Republicans are saying, look, we'll let YOU decide where to cut the $85 billion. You cut it where you think best. But you gotta do $85 billion in cuts, and you're not getting a penny more in taxes.
Then, whatever gets cut is the choice of the anti-Christ. Anyone who dislikes a specific cut can blame it on the anti-Christ.
Is it a good strategy? I don't know. But it's not quite what Politico is describing.
Where are the militias?
Sometimes I wonder about the people at Politico if they have any notion of fairness nor honesty in any part of their head.
Most of all I find myself on occasions wondering if they can even consister the contraction in reasons they present to us on a daily basis.
Why on earth would senate republicans ponder ceding budge power to Obama if the problem was not entirely with their democratic counterpart refusal to agree or propose anything at all.
I find in the General reporting of the news, ever more impressive feats of deception by theses organizations all the more impressive in how successfully their half truths are propagating across the population.
It may be that the truth will get out eventually, i am starting to suspect that for most Americans today that will not be until long after it is far too late to do anything about it.
As a party and a movement we are not equipped to battle this evil, nor will they accept any form of surrender as Leftist republicans have proven time and time again.
We must face the fact that nobody will know what we have to say or think unless we ourselves tell them.
RINO's don't want to stand for anything so they are falling for EVERYTHING.
Who wants to be in a party run by people like that?
Let the Government shutdown, when the democrats refuses to pass anything. Then maybe you will have accomplished something for once in your life. Stop being the chicken!
We as a population have NOTHING TO GAIN from you chickening out!
"Im just stating the facts... BILLS HAVE BEEN COMING FROM THE HOUSE AND THE SENATE HAS REFUSED TO BRING IT TO A VOTE... Dumb Ass."
I've heard this, unforutnatly almost nobody else has. and the Democrats get away with lying thou their teeth to the population about it.
I don't know what we can possibly do with a president that gets a pass lying about on everything.
"Im just stating the facts... BILLS HAVE BEEN COMING FROM THE HOUSE AND THE SENATE HAS REFUSED TO BRING IT TO A VOTE... Dumb Ass."
I've heard this, unforutnatly almost nobody else has. and the Democrats get away with lying thou their teeth to the population about it.
I don't know what we can possibly do with a president & party that gets a pass lying about on everything. The facts seem ill-relevant to the people just as our voices seem to be effectively mute.
I do not know how we could possibly build a political case of any kind on anything without either of these tools.
I often wonder why senate republican so desire to have minority status when they reelected dirt-bags like McConnell.
Of course I wonder the same thing regarding House republicans, and John. Both of theses people have proven themselves disastrous leaders, and yet they like the present were reelected.
It seems being a disaster is the key to success in Washington D.C. Its funny how that is not true in any other city.
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Paul A. Godley, MD, PhD, MPP
Paul A. Godley, MD, PhD, MPP, is Vice Dean for Finance and Administration, Rush S. Dickson Distinguished Professor in the Division of Hematology/Oncology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine, Adjunct Professor in the Department of Epidemiology at the UNC School of Public Health, member of the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, and a Senior Fellow at the UNC Sheps Center for Health Services Research. Previously Dr. Godley held the position of the Executive Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Leadership Development. In 2001 Dr. Godley became Director of the Program on Ethnicity, Culture, and Health Outcomes (ECHO), a university initiative to advance understanding and elimination of racial health disparities through multidisciplinary research, education and training, and community partnerships.
Dr. Godley is a graduate of Yale University and Harvard Medical School, and holds a PhD in epidemiology from the UNC School of Public Health. He has also earned a master's degree in public policy from Harvard's John F. Kennedy School of Government.
In addition to leading prostate cancer clinical trials he has federally funded research experience in the epidemiology of prostate cancer, determinants of treatment choice, and treatment outcomes of this common condition that disproportionately affects African-Americans. Dr. Godley is PI of the NCI-funded, "Carolina Community Networks," which utilizes community-based participatory research to develop cancer prevention interventions. He is also leading a team of researchers to conduct comparative effectiveness research comparing different management strategies for localized prostate cancer in a study funded by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, and directs the Carolina-Shaw Comprehensive NCMHD Research Center funded by the National Center for Minority Health and Health Disparities.


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About the Author: Major General (Ret) Scott Gration serves as the President's Special Envoy to Sudan.
I am currently in Sudan, where I am visiting Juba and Khartoum to hold discussions with representatives from the National Congress Party (NCP) and the Sudan People's Liberation Movement (SPLM). Together, we are working to move forward on the outstanding issues of Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) implementation. It's a difficult and lengthy process, but failure is not an option – both the national elections and the referendum on self-determination in Southern Sudan are only months, not years, away.
Besides holding meetings and discussions, I also had the chance to speak on All Saints Day (November 1st) at the All Saints Cathedral in Rejaf, Southern Sudan. I used the opportunity to share a bit about my background and to give a message of hope and peace to those in attendance. Peace, justice, and reconciliation require us all to work together toward to the same goal – this message is so important, and I tried to convey its urgency.
The only way we will able to achieve stability and a lasting peace in Sudan is by working to involve all those who have a stake in the process. This is why it is essential that we work to resolve the differences surrounding the national elections and the referendum. It is why it is critical that we ensure that the process is fair and credible and that the will of the people, as expressed through the national elections and the referendum, is respected.
Below you will find a condensed version of the remarks I delivered to the congregation in the All Saints Cathedral in Rejaf, Southern Sudan. As always, I want to thank you for your continued interest, Scott.
Remarks at All Saints Day, All Saints Cathedral Rejaf, Southern Sudan
Sunday, November 1, 2009
I feel so very much at home in Africa. My parents came to Africa in 1952 as missionary teachers, and I lived in Africa in Congo, Uganda, and Kenya for almost twenty years in my youth. I lived for a long period in northeast Congo until severe conflict broke out following independence. The fighting and the violence forced my family and me to flee the country for safety.
After fleeing Congo in 1964, we became refugees. We lost all of our possessions, and we escaped with just our lives. My parents were forced to establish a new home; we had to start again. I still remember the pain and loss of that difficult experience, but it has helped me to understand in a very small way the suffering, pain, and loss many of you have experienced here in Sudan for decades.
In 1979, I went back to Uganda as Idi Amin was leaving and President Binaisa was coming to power. The Ugandan people had suffered so much, and I heard terrible stories of pain and loss. As I stand here in this church today, I am reminded of the shocking story one woman shared with me of how she escaped from a burning Catholic church that had been lit on fire by Idi Amin's soldiers as the congregation worshipped inside.
The church has been instrumental in promoting reconciliation and restoration across Africa—not only in Uganda, but in places like South Africa and Congo. The church as a whole, and each one of you as individuals, can continue to play an instrumental role in bringing reconciliation and peace to Sudan.
Let us remember the prayer that Saint Francis of Assisi offered 800 years ago, "Lord, make me an instrument of your peace, where there is hatred, pardon; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; and where there is sadness, joy." Be an instrument of peace. Register to vote, express your will, and do this in peace and for peace. Spread love, forgiveness, faith, hope, light, and joy as you register to vote and as you work to bring stability to this very special land. Thank you very much.
Patrick in Maryland writes:
Hello, Again Major Scott
Just wanted to say Hi, hope things are going well in your meetings on the Sudan . I liked reading about some of your life experiences and work in the Air Force. I also would like to thank you for your continuing
work, towards a safe and peaceful Africa .
..I think Africa has a very special place in a lot of people's Hearts and Souls. :)
...Cya...Major Gen.... Scott :)


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text: Current NIH-funded Projects Included in the 'Mass. Eye and Ear Program in Genetics and Epidemiology' Grant Number: 5R01EY014458-05 Project Title: SIBLING STUDY OF AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION Principal Investigator: Margaret DeAngelis, Ph.D. Abstract: We propose to recruit pairs of siblings for a molecular genetic search for genes having a role in the development of neovascular age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Two types of sibling pairs will be recruited, extremely discordant sibpairs and extremely concordant sibpairs. Extremely discordant sibpairs will be composed of one member, the index sib, with neovascular AMD, and the second member with few or no aging signs of the macula at the age at which the index sibling developed neovascular AMD. Extremely concordant sibpairs will be composed of two siblings with neovascular AMD. Leukocyte DNA will be purified from blood samples collected from these siblings. The sibpairs will form the basis for a genome-wide linkage study to search for chromosomal regions where the extremely discordant pairs, on average, share fewer alleles than expected by chance alone, and where the extremely concordant sibpairs, on average, share more alleles than expected. Chromosomal regions having these properties are likely to harbor AMD genes. In addition, candidate genes that may have a role in susceptibility to AMD, such as ABCA4 and apoE, will be analyzed by evaluating DNA sequence variations in those genes and looking for a correlation between any alleles and neovascular AMD. To our knowledge, a molecular genetics approach to finding genes for neovascular AMD based on extremely discordant and extremely concordant sibpairs has not been previously carried out by any other group of investigators. If successful, our work should provide substantial progress toward identifying the genetic causes of neovascular AMD, one of the leading causes of legal blindness among the elderly. Grant Number: 5R01EY015473-04 Project Title: Gene-Environment Interactions in Glaucoma Principle investigator: Lou Pasquale, M.D. Abstract: We propose to investigate whether selected gene-environment interactions are risk factors for primary open angle glaucoma (POAG) in two prospectively followed cohorts of men and women. First, we will determine whether several variants of the endothelial nitric oxide synthase gene (NOS3) are associated with POAG using a nested case-control cohort drawn from our study population. Then, in separate cohort analyses we will study hormone replacement therapy and alcohol consumption in relation to POAG using stratified and multivariate techniques after controlling for important confounders. Finally, we will return to our case-control cohort to ascertain how the interaction between selected NOS3 polymorphisms and our environment exposure alters the risk of developing POAG. The Nurses' Health Study (NHS) began in 1976 among 121,700 women ranging in age from 30 to 55. Approximately 89,000 participants completed a validated semi quantitative food frequency questionnaire (FFQ) in 1980 and every 2-4 years since. The Health Professionals Follow-up Study (HPFS) began in 1986 among 52,000 men ranging in age from 45-75, all of whom completed a FFQ at baseline and every 4 years thereafter. Both groups have been sent a questionnaire biennially to update exposure information and report major illness including POAG. Information has been collected repeatedly on postmenopausal hormone use, alcohol consumption and other related covariates. We have 69,099 DNA samples from NHS participants and 33,545 DNA samples from HPFS participants in storage. In the proposed study we will confirm reports of POAG by contacting the participant's eye care provider, and obtaining pertinent information from the medical record. A self-report of POAG, will be confirmed by systematic record review documenting reproducible visual field loss consistent with glaucomatous optic neuropathy. We anticipate identifying 1246 POAG cases, 909 of which will have DNA samples available for analysis. Overall, the prospective design, large size of the cohorts, the high follow-up rates, repeated assessment of exposures known to alter NOS3 gene activity, and carefully confirmed POAG definition provide a unique opportunity to evaluate several hypotheses of public health importance. The discovery of gene-environment interactions that serve as determinants of POAG could lead to genotype-specific primary prevention strategies for this complex disease. Grant Number: 5R01EY015872-03 Project Title: Genetic Etiologies of Primary Open Angle Glaucoma Principle investigator: Janey L. Wiggs, M.D., Ph.D. Abstract: Primary open angle glaucoma (POAG) is a significant cause of blindness worldwide. Compelling evidence supports the hypothesis that specific genes influence susceptibility to the disease. We have previously completed a genome wide screen and follow-up studies that have identified two POAG candidate loci with high likelihood of containing POAG susceptibility genes on chromosomes 14 and 15. The major objective of this proposal is to identify the POAG susceptibility gene(s) located within the defined genetic region on chromosome 14 and determine the relationships between specific genetic defects and clinical phenotype. In addition to providing insight into disease related molecular pathology, this information will be the basis of new treatment and diagnostic modalities. To accomplish this overall goal, the size of the minimal genetic interval on chromosome 14 will be reduced by performing linkage analyses on new multiplex families affected with POAG, as well as identifying areas of linkage disequillibrium within the minimal genetic interval using family-based SNP association studies. Known genes and novel gene fragments within the refined minimal genetic interval will be identified using the annotated human genome sequence and will be prioritized for screening using function and expression information from a variety of sources. Identified DNA sequence variants will be examined for biological significance by case/control analyses using a large cohort of POAG cases and age-matched controls. Haplotypes associated with candidate genes will be analyzed using a case/control approach to identify potential regulatory changes that could be missed by sequencing alone. Specific genetic defects will be correlated with clinical phenotype by investigating familial aggregation of clinical parameters and looking for evidence of gene/gene interactions and how these interactions may influence phenotype. Grant Number: 5R01EY009847-16 Project Title: Linkage Study of Juvenile Glaucoma Principle Investigator: Janey L. Wiggs, M.D., Ph.D. Abstract: The general hypothesis of this research program is that biological mechanisms responsible for different forms of inherited glaucoma represent different processes that culminate in optic nerve degeneration. Elucidating each mechanism will produce a composite picture of the complex pathophysiology of this disease. The primary objective of this proposal is to characterize genetic defects responsible for inherited glaucoma, and to determine the relationships between specific mutations and clinical phenotype. In addition to providing insight into disease related molecular pathology, this information will be the basis of new treatment and diagnostic modalities. Identifying genes and gene projects that contribute to the disease process will be the first step toward the development of novel treatment based on specific disease mechanisms. The correlation of gene defects with clinical phenotypes will provide the fundamental knowledge needed to devise DNA-based diagnostic and prognostic tests. Screening different populations of glaucoma patients will illustrate the range of phenotypic expression of mutant genes and will indicate mutations that may contribute to the pathogenesis of more complex forms of the disease. During the previous grant cycle, a genome wide scan for juvenile open angle glaucoma (JOAG) was completed identifying two new JOAG loci, the genetic interval of the 7q36 PDS locus has been reduced to 5cM, and a second locus for pigment dispersion syndrome has been identified, the genetic interval for the RIEG2 locus has been reduced to 7cM and candidate genes have been identified and screened, and genotype/phenotype studies have been completed on patients with abnormalities in the TIGR/Myocilin gene, the CYP1B1 gene and the RIEG1 gene (PITX2). During the next grant period, we plan to achieve the following specific aims: 1) Refine the newly identified loci for juvenile open angle glaucoma (JOAG) and identify and screen candidate genes. 2) Screen candidate genes located in the pigment dispersion (PDS) regions located on 7q35 and 18q22. 3) Screen candidate genes located in the RIEG2 region on chromosome 13q14. 4) Correlate mutations in genes known to cause glaucoma with clinical phenotypes. Mass. Eye and Ear site Principle Investigator: Ivana Kim, M.D. Age-Related Eye Disease Study 2 (AREDS2) Purpose | Background | Description | Patient Eligibility | Patient Recruitment Status | Current Status of Study | Results | Publications | Clinical Centers | NEI Representative | Resource Centers Purpose: To study the effects of high supplemental doses of dietary xanthophylls (lutein and zeaxanthin)and omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LCPUFAs)(DHA and EPA)on the development of advanced AMD. To study the effects of these supplements on cataract and moderate vision loss. To study the effects of eliminating beta-carotene from the original AREDS formulation on the development and progression of AMD. To study the effects of reducing zinc in the original AREDS formulation on the development and progression of AMD. To contribute data for validation of the photographic AMD scales developed from the Age-Related Eye Disease Study. Complete details (including investigator list) at: http://www.nei.nih.gov/neitrials/viewStudyWeb.aspx?id=120 Current projects without NIH funding: Risk factors of Fungal Keratitis Kathryn Colby, M.D. This study is being conducted in the Cornea clinic of Massachusetts Eye and Ear. Current projects planned: Genetic risk factors for diabetic retinopathy Lucia Sobrin, M.D. This study will be in coloration with investigators leading the Jackson Heart Study in Jackson Mississippi. 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I just found this thread in among the Beatles albums forum, and I had to add my two cents that I wish they would release this on cd. It's gonna happen eventually, I hope.
Like George Martin says in the liner notes on my old vinyl sleeve "...they don't scream like that anymore..."


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The Merciful Muslim 1187
So Jerusalem swapped hands several times during the crusades. This was the trigger for the Third Crusade that was launched from England under King Richard.
Saladin, an Islamic Leader and Military strategist managed to conqure Jerusalem, the custom was to execute the defeated religion in order to cleanse the place.
But Saladin decided that he would not kill any Christian after the City was captured...instead he ordered his men to use Rose Water to purify the sanctuaries instead of Blood.
It was the first time a Jihadist had decided to show mercy rather then judgement.
King Richard the Christian...was not so...nice. He two made promises to grant non-combatants in Islamic Cities, along the route To Jerusalem, mercy. Unfortunatley, unlike Saladin...he couldnt help himself, and massicred all the cities that surrendered along the route.
Richard and the French who were helping the crusade, never made it to Jerusalem. Instead, outside a nearby town, whilst ill, he tried diplomacy instead, it was only partially successful. Saladin refused to even meet with Richard...why? Because Richard wasnt able to keep a promise...and Saladin was. Richard Massicred Cities, Saladin did not. He did however, send gifts to Richard, like fruit and supplies. But as soon as Richard was better....he tried to use the sword to fight once more.
Richard massicred that nearby town. thats why they call him "lionheart" I believe the town was a sea port
There was a deal, exchange the prisoners for a Relic, the remaining wood from the crucifixiton. But Saladin kept stalling on the transaction. So Richard decided to kill them all. All of them. This is a warcrime according to middleaged warfare. Prisoners are either kept, or they are exchanged...they are not murdered.
So Saladin sent the cross away from jerusalem and it vanished...noone has seen the relic since it dissapeared in response to Richards warcrimes.
Anywhoo...he never took jerusalem, and didnt get far with diplomacy and gave up LOL
He died on his return trip to England somewhere in Europe
Jerusalem would remain under Islamic Control for several further crusades, and long after Saladin had died.
I believe that people, on both sides of the Faith divide are far LESS spiritual then they were. I think this is a sign that Nathans ideal of entropy is true in the spiritual sense. Christians cant even be motivated to fight enmass anymore, and Jihadists are no longer capable of mercy.
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Saladin only let the people go free because they bought their freedom from him.
Saladin also came to power through having his rivals assasinated including an attempt on a 12 yr old boy.
Richard was a Frenchmen with little regard for the written word of God he cared more for greed and the pope.
He was an English Monarch that couldn't even speak English.
Well there was that
I get tired of him being portrayed like this great Muslim because of how kingdom of heaven portrayed him.
Salahadin was a butcher just like every othe medieval ruler. He was responsible for the muslim desecration of the holiest of Jewish and Christian cities.
I'm not saying the Catholics where much better sometimes they where much worse =)
Just saying lets not be fooled by the snake, Islam is evil and so are the people that spread it through violence. The entire faith was spread with blood and salahadin was one of the biggest blades behind it.
So what he murdered his way to the top, it was how it was and he did what he had to do for his dynasty and empire. And lets face it, whoever he deposed it was probably for the best. I don't hate on him for it.
In addition Dante's inferno, his book he puts Saladin in purgatory alongside the other pagan ancients because the Christian world quite liked Saladin.
And not everything about the Middle Ages is dark, gloomy and tortuorous. There was as much learning, intelligence and innovation than at anytime. and there was some fine rulers and some bad ones.
It was a brutal age but thats what that lived in and i don't judge them for it.
In fact the greatest atrocities in my mind have all happened in recent centuries. We only have to look at the millions lost in the great wars to see that.
Saladin was only fighting other Muslims and Christians in the Holy Land, as much as i support the Catholic cause out there, for when they tried to get the Holy Land, i equally understand Saladin's right to defend it!
Anyway, i gotta write an essay on Richard and Saladin very soon, so ill be doing some proper historical research and then i'll pop in with some more information.
Whilst Islam was spread by the Sword let us not forget how Christianity was spread. By Imperialism...The Roman Empire, wasnt Holy in its Creation. The British Empire was no Saint....and the Spanish...well they were the worst...Meso and Latin America were brought Christ by the Conquistador....and The real Christians are the offsprings of thos settlers...because...when those who were supposed to convert didnt...They were removed
I think that Islams Crown Jewels would have to be Constantinople in the East and Jerusalem in the West....But Christianity in Meso America....why do you think all those guys at BTT speak Portuguese... (Portuguese and Spanish are IMPORTS, they are not the Native Tongue! I wonder how many of those Fighters can speak Mayan??? Imagine a Fighter who could speak something like that!! At least with the United States you can claim that there was no national Language because the tribes all spoke different variations of dialects....but the Rainforrests of the Southern Americas..they had MAJOR Civilizations...they were advanced.) Everywhere from The Base of Brazil to Mexico....
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Holiday Baking and Decorating Tips with Designer Todd Oldham and The Discerning Brute
Contributing Monkie The Discerning Brute
Topics of Interest Baking, Decorating, Entertaining, holidays, Party Hosting, Todd Oldham
Published on February 4, 2010
Section G/Videos, GreenChef Foodie Talk, Interior Design / Home Stuff, Pop Culture / Celebrities
Don't be jealous! Ever since I watched a green-haired Todd Oldham on "House of Style" back in the nineties, I knew that I had to get crafty with him one day. So, with Valentine's Day around the corner, Todd and I got together at his downtown NYC studio to show you how to make some heart-shaped gifts that come from the heart. We both agree that this holiday is all about affordable, DIY craftiness.
From his features in ReadyMade & Dwell, to crafting Amy Sedaris' interactive vaginal diagram on the Chelsea Lately Show, and with a line of vases for FTD, a classic menswear-inspired carpet collection, and design book series called Place Space, Todd is a royal of the creative world. To top that, he is a photographer, filmmaker, interior designer, fashion designer, and can see through walls …well, maybe not the last part.