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Yesterday, our Under Secretary for Public Diplomacy, Tara Sonenshine, held a Twitter Q & A, answering your questions on everything from exchange programs in Pakistan to who inspires her (her children). Earlier this week, the Secretary of State's Senior Advisor for Innovation, Alec Ross, spoke to 100 European Union public diplomacy professionals in Brussels, where he underscored the importance of social media in 21st Century Statecraft. One point they both emphasized was that social media is a place for listening and discussing, not just talking.
It was also one of the points I took away from my trip last week to the Republic of Korea, where I gave the keynote at the East West Center's annual International Media Conference. The three-day conference was an excellent opportunity to meet those in international news and hear from them on subjects such as covering the news in restricted media environments and adapting to the changing information environment; to hear from digital innovators on the challenges and opportunities in reinventing news business models; and, for me, to discuss Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton's 21st Century Statecraft agenda and the role social media plays in diplomacy.
The conference underscored for me the shared opportunities and challenges that governments, civil society organizations, and news rooms are facing in the digital realm. How do you deliver timely, accurate yet interesting content? How do you measure success? In a world in which 72 hours of video are uploaded to YouTube every minute, it can be challenging to ensure your content is front and center. These and other questions were touched on by Al Jazeera's social media chief Riyaad Minty, who noted the measure of Al Jazeera's success is the consumption of its content. He and others at the conference also made a point -- with which I whole-heartedly agree -- while there is certainly a need to move fast in the digital realm, it is imperative to be accurate. The credibility of an organization is closely tied with its accuracy, so while the State Department strives to keep pace with today's 15-minute Twitter timeline, we want to ensure that the information we are sharing with our friends and followers is accurate.
Another question frequently raised was: how is social media changing the responsiveness of governments around the world? In my comments, I touched on how governments are designed to be responsive to people, and social media is giving citizens around the world a more direct voice in policy conversations and more timeliness from governments around the world. One participant later picked up on this theme, discussing how the Vietnamese government and media was influenced to focus on and address a land rights protest that was being widely covered on social media.
Secretary Clinton has made 21st Century Statecraft a key part of the Department's foreign policy agenda, using technology, digital networks, and innovation to meet the diplomatic and development challenges of the 21st century. She wants us to take "smart risks," utilizing these new communications tools in innovative ways in pursuit of our policy objectives.
Twenty-first Century Statecraft doesn't just mean us using the technology: it means listening to what people are saying. Social media affords us the opportunity to better understand events on the ground and the perspective of citizens around the world, which brings greater richness to our diplomatic engagements.
That's why the Department has to constantly innovate and try new things to keep pace with the times. In the interconnected a world in which we live, we cannot go about this on our own: we must be willing and able to share our ideas and collaborate with stakeholders across oceans, languages and cultures. Engagement is part of the spade work of diplomacy. Providing information, answering questions, and sharing ideas with people is what diplomacy is all about -- and it is the end goal of our social media strategy.
But engagement does not end with digital interactions -- as is the case with our traditional shoe-leather diplomacy, relationships that begin online must be nurtured away from computers, through real-world interactions. That's why I traveled to South Korea -- to be able to foster connections and build common understandings. In the process, I better understood how universal the questions are that the State Department faces every day in best using digital diplomacy.
John in Canada writes:
"But engagement does not end with digital interactions -- as is the case with our traditional shoe-leather diplomacy, relationships that begin online must be nurtured away from computers, through real-world interactionsâ€
More important in my mind -- digital communication can sometimes be a source for misunderstanding. To bad its not all that easy to do.
Alex B. in the U.S.A. writes:
The three-day conference was an excellent choice i guess. That was the right step which was taken to gather all the information. I hope much worth while info would be the outcome of it.
Diane in Washington writes:
I am the mother of a YES abroad Scholar
I am the daughter of a newspaper / media PR retiree
I've been searching face book and online sites for Ms Clinton's schedule in the off chance she may be addressing the returning and departing scholars in the coming days. It occurred to me I have some fabulous photos form the Indonesian group . A plug for the program, a nod to the hellos and good byes of the coming week and most importantly a colorful look at a slice of the department of state, many Americans are unaware of.
Diane in Washington writes:
Have no idea how much mail you get but I just wrote to you
yes - abroad mom ....feeling like a stage mom right now ....
Just miss my little girl and I'm down to 4 days ...
I wanted to share this in hopes that it makes it back to the DOP Press / PR folks ....or one of Ms Clinton's assistants .....and like in some Jane Austin novel one of lady Hillary's dressers/ cooks or errand runners would pass this onto her ! Ok a mom can dream !
Before my daughter was packed last August, on one of our many treks back and forth to town, we caught an NPR program who's name escapes me , but the program was essentially "a day in the life " of Secretary Clinton form the perspective of her aids and interns .....a true behind the scenes look at not only the details and workings of keeping these junkets afloat but the stress and sleepless nights of all involved. I could see the light bulb brightening within my daughter .
A world awway through social media I have witnessed my daughter evolve, morph, shift shape , before my very eyes via the electronic tablet I am typing on now . Mostly photos taken by friends and family , the occasional professional photographer . I am proud and blessed to have been a part of this unfolding even if it has been from back stage .
Natalie is enrolled at The Evergreen State College , a stone throw form our state Capitol , her desire is to spend her junior year at the Jackson Scool of IR , at the UW ....followed by a masters back at ESC in public administration .
She is 19 and because of an amazing opprotunity she received form the DOP, and a few sound bites from NPR my daughter has direction , a goal, and a dream , that I know she will reach .
And thanks to social media I can share this mothers thoughts and emotion while I take a break from packing on this Friday morning, just two days away from my fight to DC and 4 days away from my reunion with my baby girl .
Thank you for your time ....
Ps ....there was some bad press this last year on exchange programs ...I did not follow it closely for obvious reasons .....has the DOP considered having some returnees share their experience on a few news talk shows ( Today for example ) ....I am involved on the fringe with our AFS chapter ....and from what all I am learning it really gets down to placement ....that's another conversation ....and I need to pack and spruce up my daughters room ....which turned into a coset this year ! Anyway just a thought !
Have a great weekend !
Philip S. in California writes:
Well said. This piece underscores the vast scope of the social media universe and how difficult it is to keep pace without sacrificing good judgment.
Eric in New Mexico writes:
Well, I was watching the inagural get together of all the international "gurus" of diplomatoc protocol, and they read out the role of nations and international orgs attending, and the UN's chief of protocol (hope I got his title right) offered an interesting perspective. The deputy Secretary's remarks had me on the floor, as I now know how long it actually takes to get fired from the US dept of State...(LOL!).
I think the basic difference between a social media platform and what these folks do daily to grease the wheels of diplomacy in all its miriad functionaly and processes, formalities and traditions; is that diplomacy..the art of,...is best done face to face.
In fact probably cannot truly be said to be properly conducted otherwise.
What Social media does for diplomacy however, is bring everyone else into the conversation who takes an interest.
And being witness to many a public comment on many a major media outlet's foreign policy (or topic du jour) blogs, on-line articles etc.; There's an aspect of "the crazies coming out of the woodwork", as well as some sane and serious public thought process and energy being put into the opportunity to be a part of the solution to what ails humanity.
I'm speaking from the end user perspective with the latter intent, and if I see Dipnote as a vehicle for my insanity's purpose...(chuckle), trust me, it's only because my fellow citizens thought it crazy of me to try.
What more can I say, except Thanks Dipnote Bloggers!
Eric in New Mexico writes:
@ Diane in Washington,
Both my daughters spent time in Italy as part of their academic immersion into the world of Art.
Their half sister taught English there after she graduated.
Overall I think the individual's ability to adapt to any given envirionment they may find themselves in is the actual key to a good foreign exchange, or study abroad experience.
I gather they had a heck of a good time, and I'd get these pretty hilarious "diary entries" in my in-box describing some of the "fitting in" to the local scene and doing all the things one would do being a stranger in a strange land.
I kind of think they all gained a great perspective on the world and "stretched out" their understanding of it.
And themselves.
Dale P. in the U.S.A. writes:
Social Media feedback....maybe bump it up notch so that certain bills up for passage into law could be voted into law by "reverse proxy" where the Congressperson has the right to pass his vote off to the Constituents. this would increase political options, posibly diffuse the interst of Lobiests and more importantly be a real boost to engagement in Democracy.
I like this"In the interconnected a world in which we live, we cannot go about this on our own: we must be willing and able to share our ideas and collaborate with stakeholders across oceans, languages and cultures.....don't forget to listen deeeply with respect.


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A new priest in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee is a man born deaf who dreamed of entering the priesthood. "My parents instilled in me that I should never let my deafness interfere with what I want to do," says the new ordinand, Carmelo Giuffre, in an interview with the Catholic Herald of Milwaukee.
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Unofficial DataVolley Stats - Official FIVB Stats
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Nov. 2, 2010) - The U.S. Women's National Volleyball Team remains undefeated in four matches during the FIVB World Championship first round Pool C as it defeated Kazakhstan 25-17, 25-19, 25-19 on Tuesday evening at Matsumoto, Japan.
Team USA, the only undefeated team in Pool C with a 4-0 record and already assured a spot in the second round in Nagoya, concludes the first round versus NORCECA rival Cuba (2-2) on Nov. 3 at 6 p.m. Japan Time (2 a.m. Pacific Time). The Americans have already defeated Cuba, ranked sixth in the world, twice this season in as many meetings. Cuba is currently 2-2 in the group, having won its last two matches after losing its first two matches. Kazakhstan falls to 0-4 in the tournament.
The U.S. eased to a 25-17 victory in the opening set as it used a key 7-1 scoring run to overcome an early 5-4 deficit. The Americans broke a 4-all tie in the second set with four unanswered points and never allowed Kazakhstan closer than two points the rest of the set in a 25-19 victory. Team USA scored four straight points to take an 8-4 lead in the third set and rolled to a 19-11 advantage with five unanswered points before holding on for a 25-19 victory.
"I thought Kazakhstan served the ball quite strongly, so they caused us problems with their service," U.S. Women's National Team Head Coach Hugh McCutcheon (Christchurch, New Zealand) said. "They played hard throughout the match and I thought our athletes did as well. At key moments, we were one or two plays better. I'm happy with the win and now we can focus on the match tomorrow."
The U.S. had nine different players score a point in the match. Destinee Hooker (San Antonio, Texas) scored a match-high 15 points with 13 kills on 19 attacks and two blocks, while Logan Tom (Salt Lake City, Utah) added 13 points on 12 kills on 17 attacks and a block. Jordan Larson (Hooper, Neb.) contributed eight kills and a block for nine points. Foluke Akinradewo (Plantation, Fla.) chipped in six kills on eight swings and a block for seven points, while Heather Bown (Yorba Linda, Calif.) tallied five points on three kills, a block and an ace. Jennifer Tamas (Milpitas, Calif.), playing for the first time in the 2010 FIVB World Championship, scored two kills. Alisha Glass (Leland, Mich.) and Nancy Metcalf (Hull, Iowa) added a block apiece, while Megan Hodge (Durham, N.C.) rounded out the scoring with a kill.
"I thought Kazakhstan blocked us well tonight, so we had to make sure we used the whole court and try to broaden our offense a bit," said Tamas, the U.S. captain. "I'm looking forward to tomorrow's match, our last match in Matsumoto. We've enjoyed ourselves here and we are hoping to play well tomorrow."
Glass was credited with 34 running sets in helping the American offense to a 50.6 kill percent and .416 hitting efficiency. Stacy Sykora led the USA defense with 16 digs, while Tom added eight digs to go with 12 excellent service receptions on 16 attempts. Larson contributed a team-leading 15 excellent service receptions on 27 errorless attempts.
McCutcheon started Tom and Larson at outside hitter, Akinradewo and Bown at middle blocker, Hooker at opposite and Glass at setter. Sykora was the libero during the match. Lindsey Berg (Honolulu) and Hodge were double-subs in the first two sets. Tamas started the third set in place of Bown, who later came into the third set to give Akinradewo a rest. Metcalf was a reserve in the third set.
The U.S. offense held a 45-28 advantage in attack points. Despite having just one block through the first two sets, the Americans finished with a 7-6 edge in blocks. Team USA's service reception was clicking on all cylinders with 31 excellent receptions on 47 attempts for a 66.0 percent. The U.S. defense held Kazakhstan to a 33.3 kill percent and .179 hitting efficiency. Both teams recorded two aces in the match.
Kazakhstan was led by Sana Jarlagassova's 10 points, while Olga Drobyshevskaya added six points.
"I would say they are a brilliant team, but this time we could also see how other teams play and we recognize that we should learn more and train more for the next tournament," Kazakhstan Head Coach Nelli Chsherbakova said.
For complete coverage of the 2010 FIVB Women's World Championship, visit usavolleyball.org/events/3055.
Earlier today in Pool C, Germany downed Croatia 26-24, 25-18, 25-21 to improve to 3-1 in the group and Cuba beat Thailand 25-19, 29-27, 27-25 as both teams are now 2-2. Serbia topped Algeria 25-15, 25-12, 25-21, Poland handled Peru 25-10, 25-15, 25-16 and Japan swept Costa Rica 25-9, 25-13, 25-8 in Pool A at Tokyo. In Pool B at Hamamatsu, Brazil blanked Puerto Rico 25-20, 25-18, 25-20, Netherlands swept Kenya 25-8, 25-14, 25-11 and No. 38 Czech Republic rallied to upset No. 4 Italy 25-27, 27-29, 25-23, 25-22, 17-15. In Pool D at Osaka, Turkey rallied past Canada 19-25, 20-25, 25-14, 25-17, 15-8, Russia downed Korea 25-18, 25-17, 19-25, 25-22 in a battle of undefeated teams and China dominated Dominican Republic 25-12, 25-21, 25-14.
The FIVB World Championship first round has six teams in four pools playing a round-robin schedule with the top four teams in each pool advancing to the second round for crossover play. The U.S. is grouped in Pool C at Matsumoto with Cuba, Germany, Kazakhstan, Thailand and Croatia. In the second round, Pool C crosses over with Pool B (Brazil, Italy, Netherlands, Kenya, Puerto Rico and Czech Republic) to form Pool F in Nagoya. The semifinals and finals will be played in Tokyo on Nov. 13-14.
The U.S. scored the first two points of the opening set with kills from Larson and Hooker, only to have Kazakhstan rally to take a 3-2 advantage by scoring the next three points. Team USA regained the lead at 6-5 on a service and attack error by Kazakhstan, then Tom served an ace and Hooker hammered a kill for an 8-5 U.S. advantage at the first technical timeout. The Americans extended their lead to 11-6 with kills by Hooker, Larson and Tom on consecutive plays. Consecutive Kazakhstan errors pushed the U.S. lead to 13-7, then Bown crushed a kill and Kazakhstan committed a setting error to inch the lead to 15-8. Kazakhstan narrowed the deficit to 15-10 with consecutive points before Tom smashed a kill off the block to give the Americans a 16-10 lead at the second technical timeout. Out of the break, Kazakhstan hit wide to yield a 17-10 U.S. advantage. The American lead reached eight points at 19-11 with back-to-back kills from Akinradewo and Hooker. After Kazakhstan scored consecutive points, USA answered with back-to-back points of its own with kills from Hooker and Larson to put the score at 21-13. The U.S. ended the set with a Bown kill at 25-17. Hooker finished the set with a team-high six points as the Americans converted 15 of 26 attacks for 57.7 percent. Team USA benefited from nine Kazakhstan errors in the set.
The U.S. gained a two-point cushion in the second set with consecutive Tom kills and an Akinradewo block at 3-1. Kazakhstan came back to tie the set at 4-all, but it committed three consecutive errors followed by an Akinradewo kill to give the U.S. a four-point edge at 8-4. Kazakhstan closed to within two at 10-8 with consecutive points. Bown served an ace after a Tom kill to extend the USA lead to 13-9. Kazakhstan cut the deficit in half at 14-12 following a USA hitting error. Hooker and Bown put down consecutive kills to extend the USA lead back to four points at 17-13. Kazakhstan called a timeout down 21-16 after consecutive kills from Hooker and Akinradewo. Tom followed a Kazakhstan service error with a kill to yield a 23-17 American lead. Akinradewo ended the set with a kill at 25-19. Tom and Hooker each scored four points in the second set as the USA took advantage of five Kazakhstan service errors and nine total errors.
The U.S. earned the first two-point cushion of the third set with a Tom kill and Hooker block at 6-4. The Americans continued their scoring run into the first technical timeout with a Kazakhstan attack error and Hooker kill at 8-4. Tom hit a back-row kill between two Kazakhstan errors to increase the USA lead to 12-6. Kazakhstan scored three straight points capped by an ace to narrow the gap to three points at 14-11. However, Tom and Bown scored kills to stop the run and take the U.S. into the second technical timeout leading 16-11. Out of the break, Hooker scored a third and fourth straight USA point with a kill and block at 18-11. Larson added a fifth straight point with a kill at 19-11. Kazakhstan won two long rallies as part of a four-point scoring spurt to slice the deficit to 20-16. Tamas and Larson scored consecutive kills to give the U.S. a six-point cushion at 23-17 leading to Kazakhstan's final timeout. Kazakhstan notched consecutive points out of the timeout, but Larson gave the U.S. match point at 24-19. Larson ended the match with a back-row kill at 25-19. Tom and Larson scored a team-high six points apiece in the third set. The U.S. collected six blocks in the third set and held its errors to just four in the period.
U.S. Women's National Team Roster for FIVB World Championship
# - Name (Pos, Ht, Hometown, College)
1 - Ogonna Nnamani (OPP, 6-1, Bloomington, Ill., Stanford)
2 - Alisha Glass (S, 6-0, Leland, Mich., Penn State)
4 - Lindsey Berg (S, 5-8, Honolulu, Hawaii, Minnesota)
5 - Stacy Sykora (L, 5-10, Burleson, Texas, Texas A&M)
6 - Nicole Davis (L, 5-4, Stockton, Calif., Southern California)
7 - Heather Bown (MB, 6-3, Yorba Linda, Calif., Hawaii)
8 - Cynthia Barboza (OH, 6-0, Long Beach, Calif., Stanford)
9 - Jennifer Tamas (MB, 6-4, Milpitas, Calif., Pacific)
11 - Jordan Larson (OH, 6-2, Hooper, Neb., Nebraska)
12 - Nancy Metcalf (OPP, 6-1, Hull, Iowa, Nebraska)
15 - Logan Tom (OH, 6-1, Salt Lake City, Utah, Stanford)
16 - Foluke Akinradewo (MB, 6-3, Plantation, Fla., Stanford)
18 - Megan Hodge (OH, 6-3, Durham, N.C., Penn State)
19 - Destinee Hooker (OPP, 6-4, San Antonio, Texas, Texas)
Head Coach: Hugh McCutcheon (Christchurch, New Zealand)
Assistant Coach: Karch Kiraly (San Clemente, Calif.)
Assistant Coach: Paula Weishoff (Irvine, Calif.)
Technical Coordinator: Jamie Morrison (Dana Point, Calif.)
Athletic Trainer/Medical Support: Jill Wosmek (Silver Lake, Minn.)
Team Doctor: Dr. William Briner
Team Manager: Ken Sullivan
FIVB World Championship First Round Pools with FIVB World Ranking
(first three countries by seed, then next three based on drawing of lots)
Pool A (Tokyo): Japan (5), Serbia (9), Poland (8), Peru (17), Algeria (14), Costa Rica (31)
Pool B (Hamamatsu): Brazil (1), Italy (4), Netherlands (10), Kenya (35), Puerto Rico (13), Czech Republic (38)
Pool C (Matsumoto): USA (2), Cuba (6), Germany (15), Kazakhstan (16), Thailand (12), Croatia (45)
Pool D (Osaka): China (3), Russia (7), Korea (21), Dominican Republic (11), Turkey (22), Canada (24)
First Round Schedule
Pool A:
Oct. 29: Peru def. Algeria 25-16, 25-12, 25-18
Oct. 29: Serbia def. Costa Rica 25-15, 25-18, 25-14
Oct. 29: Japan def. Poland 26-28, 21-25, 25-20, 25-23, 15-12
Oct. 30: Costa Rica def. Algeria 25-18, 25-21, 25-10
Oct. 30: Serbia def. Poland 19-25, 27-25, 26-24, 25-22
Oct. 30: Japan def. Peru 25-15, 25-17, 22-25, 25-14
Oct. 31: Serbia def. Peru 25-21, 16-25, 25-21, 25-18
Oct. 31: Poland def. Costa Rica 25-14, 25-12, 25-15
Oct. 31: Japan def. Algeria 25-18, 25-7, 25-14
Nov. 2: Serbia def. Algeria 25-15, 25-12, 25-21
Nov. 2: Poland def. Peru 25-10, 25-15, 25-16
Nov. 2: Japan def. Costa Rica 25-9, 25-13, 25-8
Nov. 3: Peru vs. Costa Rica, 12:30
Nov. 3: Algeria vs. Poland, 15:00
Nov. 3: Japan vs. Serbia, 18:00
Pool A Standings: 1. Japan (4-0, 1.448); 2. Serbia (4-0, 1.225); 3. Poland (2-2, 1.216); 4. Peru (1-3, .880); 5. Costa Rica (1-3, .704); 6. Algeria (0-4, .607)
Pool B:
Oct. 29: Brazil def. Kenya 25-15, 25-16, 25-11
Oct. 29: Netherlands def. Czech Republic 26-24, 25-20, 25-14
Oct. 29: Italy def. Puerto Rico 25-20, 25-11, 25-18
ct. 30: Brazil def. Czech Republic 22-25, 25-22, 23-25, 25-10, 15-9
Oct. 30: Puerto Rico def. Kenya 25-20, 25-23, 25-19
Oct. 30: Italy def. Netherlands 18-25, 25-21, 25-23, 26-28, 15-12
Oct. 31: Czech Republic def. Puerto Rico 25-14, 25-14, 25-17
Oct. 31: Italy def. Kenya 25-9, 25-7, 25-21
Oct. 31: Brazil def. Netherlands 25-19, 25-18, 25-14
Nov. 2: Brazil def. Puerto Rico 25-20, 25-18, 25-20
Nov. 2: Netherlands def. Kenya 25-8, 25-14, 25-11
Nov. 2: Czech Republic def. Italy 25-27, 27-29, 25-23, 25-22, 17-15
Nov. 3: Puerto Rico vs. Netherlands, 13:00
Nov. 3: Kenya vs. Czech Republic, 15:30
Nov. 3: Italy vs. Brazil, 18:00
Pool B Standings: 1. Brazil (4-0, 1.329); 2. Italy (3-1, 1.194); 3. Netherlands (2-2, 1.131); 4. Czech Republic (2-2, 1.017); 5. Puerto Rico (1-3, 0.791); 6. Kenya (0-4, .580)
Pool C:
Oct. 29: Germany def. Kazakhstan 25-21, 25-14, 25-16
Oct. 29: USA def. Thailand 23-25, 25-17, 25-17, 25-21
Oct. 29: Croatia def. Cuba 25-23, 34-32, 25-21
Oct. 30: USA def. Croatia 25-16, 25-13, 25-23
Oct. 30: Thailand def. Kazakhstan 25-16, 25-18, 20-25, 25-16
Oct. 30: Germany def. Cuba 26-24, 25-17, 25-23
Oct. 31: Cuba def. Kazakhstan 20-25, 25-15, 27-25, 23-25, 15-10
Oct. 31: Thailand def. Croatia 25-15, 25-14, 25-17
Oct. 31: USA def. Germany 25-23, 26-24, 25-17
Nov. 2: Germany def. Croatia 26-24, 25-18, 25-21
Nov. 2: Cuba def. Thailand 25-19, 29-27, 27-25
Nov. 2: USA def. Kazakhstan 25-17, 25-19, 25-19
Nov. 3: Kazakhstan vs. Croatia, 13:00
Nov. 3: Germany vs. Thailand, 15:30
Nov. 3: USA vs. Cuba, 18:00
Pool C Standings: 1. USA (4-0, 1.291); 2. Germany (3-1, 1.146); 3. Thailand (2-2, 1.070); 4. Cuba (2-2, 1.000); 5. Croatia (1-3, .811); 6. Kazakhstan (0-4, .792)
Pool D:
Oct. 29: Russia def. Dominican Republic 21-25, 25-9, 25-17, 25-11
Oct. 29: Korea def. Canada 25-19, 25-19, 25-14
Oct. 29: Turkey def. China 19-25, 25-14, 25-20, 25-17
Oct. 30: Russia def. Turkey 25-27, 25-22, 25-11, 25-17
Oct. 30: Korea def. Dominican Republic 29-27, 25-23, 25-20
Oct. 30: China def. Canada 25-16, 25-19, 25-10
Oct. 31: Turkey def. Dominican Republic 25-20, 25-14, 23-25, 23-25, 17-15
Oct. 31: Russia def. Canada 25-13, 25-16, 25-21
Oct. 31: Korea def. China 25-22, 25-23, 25-23
Nov. 2: Turkey def. Canada 19-25, 20-25, 25-14, 25-17, 15-8
Nov. 2: Russia def. Korea 25-18, 25-17, 19-25, 25-22
Nov. 2: China def. Dominican Republic 25-12, 25-21, 25-14
Nov. 3: Canada vs. Dominican Republic, 13:00
Nov. 3: Korea vs. Turkey, 15:30
Nov. 3: China vs. Russia, 18:00
Pool D Standings: 1. Russia (4-0, 1.347); 2. Korea (3-1, 1.095); 3. Turkey (3-1, 1.066); 4. China (2-2, 1.126); 5. Dominican Republic (0-4, .766); 6. Canada (0-4, 0.717)
Second Round (Nov. 6-10) - teams play opposite pool in crossover
Pool E (Tokyo): 1A, 1D, 2A, 2D, 3A, 3D, 4A, 4D
Pool F (Nagoya): 1B, 1C, 2B, 2C, 3B, 3C, 4B, 4C
Semifinals and Finals (Nov. 13-14 in Tokyo)


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Book adds to Adirondack history
An old adage asserts that the best way to get a million dollars is to begin with two million. Certainly such opportunity has been available in the Adirondacks. In his book, When "Men and Mountains Meet: Stories of Hope and Despair in the Adirondack Wilderness after the American Revolution," Glenn Pearsall gives us more than a dozen examples of early entrepreneurial initiatives in the region. Most did not fare well. There's quite a succession of financial failure and untimely death.
What's striking is how much some of these people had prospered before turning attention to Adirondack development. Wealthy French royalists sought places of refuge where they could re-establish upper-class lifestyles after their own country's revolution in 1789. Friends and family of Napoleon looked to New York's North Country as a place of refuge for the fallen Emperor, assuming he could be liberated from his exile on St. Helena Island.
Then there's John Brown- not the abolitionist, but an accomplished Rhode Island merchant who made a fortune in international shipping. It was his family after whom Brown University was named. In satisfaction of a debt, he ended up with a large tract of land near Old Forge. He and his heirs struggled fruitlessly (and tragically) to build a community.
David Parish struggled, too. Much of his wealth came from silver trading in the American South. Settling near the St. Lawrence River, he expected to prosper similarly by importing Merino sheep. The market for wool bottomed out, taking Parish with it. His mansion still stands in Ogdensburg (it's now the Frederic Remington Art Museum), and there's a village named for him, but that's the extent of his legacy.
Two entrepreneurs showed originality, if not ultimate success.
John Thurman established a thriving industrial town along the Schroon River near today's Warrensburg. In addition to a grist mill, saw mill, and carding mill, he built a factory that printed calico fabric, the first facility of its kind in New York State. Thurman apparently was an unusually enlightened manager, but using today's lingo, there was no succession plan. The businesses foundered upon his death.
Garrit Boon showed resourcefulness, too. He constructed an industrial-scale maple sugar operation in the southern Adirondacks. His hope was to lessen dependency on cane sugar raised on southern plantations, thereby helping undermine the value of slavery. Long troughs carried sap from maple trees to central collection points. Think of it as a forerunner of today's maple houses with their ubiquitous plastic tubing. But the planks leaked, and Boon managed to make only a few hundred pounds of maple sugar. The enterprise failed.
Unfortunately the book does not always read smoothly. The text would have benefited from a tighter editing process. Instead, syntax errors and repetitiveness make too many passages awkward. There's an occasional inaccuracy, as when stating Plattsburgh had a military base continuously for more than 200 years.
The author is best when he's focused on his main subject?- that is -?settlement attempts in the region after the American Revolution. When he digresses farther afield, or adds too much extraneous information, the narrative begins to feel disconnected.
Pearsall has a passion for the Adirondacks, and for its history. These manifest themselves through prodigious research. He's amplified a few tales I already knew something about, and has introduced me to other forays well worth understanding.
Economic success in the Adirondacks can still be difficult to achieve. There are lessons to learn from these efforts over two centuries ago. The author has performed a service in giving these early ventures the attention they deserve.
This review reflects the individual view of the reviewer, not the views of the Adirondack Center for Writing or the Enterprise.


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Joan Powell Blog for July 4 versus Poland
U.S. Women's National Team Journal with Joan Powell
July 4, 2008 * Taipei * FIVB World Grand Prix
Just when I was feeling that no one except my family and a couple loyal referee buddies were reading my journals, I found out that Tayyiba's mom is faithful reader!!
It seems Tayyiba was talking to her mom while we are in Taipei and her mom asked, "So you bought a new purse, huh?" Tayyiba was shocked that her mom had this information; when asked how her mom knew, her mom replied, "Joan's Journal." AH OH!! So Mom Haneef, really, the matching wallet barely fits into the new Gucci handbag AND it was duty free and on sale. I think that is what Tayyiba wanted me to report.
Last night I watched Serena at Wimbledon and just when they drug out the tarp due to rain, I decided to turn in for the night. My doorbell rang and it was our two guides. It seems that the organizers said that we could not have snacks. After the 11:30 scheduled lunch, we were leaving at 1:10, play, participate in opening ceremonies, scout and then come back to the hotel for dinner. I asked if I could speak to someone.
They took me to the workroom; the interpreters explained our predicament and request. They had to call the Secretary General – what? He okayed it and the snacks will be at the sight when we arrive – sweet!!
Game Day in Taipei
Breakfast early and an early departure for the competition hall for training. Everyone was feeling "Game Day." It was a typical hour and half of training and back on the bus to lunch. Left the hotel at 1:10 p.m. for our 3 p.m. rematch with Poland. Again, Poland is still shy a few stand-outs, but they cannot be overlooked.
There is no warm-up gym for the teams, but there is a basketball court for the teams to stretch and ball handle prior to the match. The USA contingency was in the area first. The ceiling-high scaffolding that was present during a previous training was still in the middle of one of the team's area. Naturally, the U.S. group took the other half of the gym. When Poland arrived for warm up, they came down the stairs and right back up and began stretching in the hallway. They got a hold of some of the organizers and the floor mopping crew and their sponsor came down, released the brakes and moved the scaffold to the side. By the time they finished cleaning the debris from the floor, it was time for pre-match protocol. Poland was not happy.
The little disturbance, plus the fact that we beat them 3-0 in front of their home crowd, the Poles were fired up to say the least. Coupled by our errors in passing, serving and hitting, Poland pretty much owned us in set 1 with a score of 20-25.
In set two, Robyn replaced Berg at the helm. Kim Willoughby continued to start over Kim Glass, with Logan Tom, Danielle Scott-Arruda, Tayyiba Haneef-Park, Heather Bown and Davis as the libero, to round out rotation 1.
This set was quite different; the USA team led the entire set. Three changes: Kim Glass for Logan Tom, Kristin Richard served for Heather Bown and victory for USA – 25-23.
The Americans continued to improve their game and the scores. Third set started the same crew, with Glass in for Tom; we win again, 25-19.
The Polish team became very frustrated; the coach began to clear the bench as the U.S. team crushes the Poles 25-19, with a little action from Foluke Akinradewo. Everyone played – a total team effort.
Opening Ceremonies was slated between matches. The teams marched out, were introduced and then the dignitaries spoke. Following the ceremony, an outstanding cultural drum ensemble entertained the small crowd. Two colorful red dragons entered the court and performed – two men were inside the dragon, one smaller guy on the shoulders of an older, stronger man.
Then a gorgeous white, trimmed in pink and lavender dragon appeared. The animation was amazing. The head of the dragon was manipulated by a man standing on his feet while, the rest of the body was controlled by a guy hunkered over. The mouth opened and the ears moved.
After getting oriented with the crowd, they began to attempt a balancing act atop a five-foot wooden, bridge-like platform. It was amazing to watch them leap and land gracefully with such synchronization.
Prior to returning to the hotel, the team grabbed their snacks and began watching Italy and Turkey warm up. Tom Hogan went out and got pizza for the group – a power walk back from the local pizzeria as dinner was still piping hot. What a treat!!
From the looks of things, we have our work cut out for us. Italy won the first, Turkey surprised the Italians in the second and Italy took the third 30-28. According to the website, Italy won the match with a 25-23 score in the fourth.
Hi to my 93-year-old mother who had a medical procedure today. I got to talk to her this morning after she returned home – hang in there Mom and I love you!!!
Joan Powell
Team Leader, U.S. Women's National Team at World Grand Prix
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Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (128 votes).
In short: Quite a tough first half but a nice downward coast homeIn full: A lovely race was a bit of a shame it was so misty so we couldnt take in the views.Date of review: August 31, 2008
In short: Tough one but really satisfyingDate of review: August 31, 2008
In short: Tough race, well marshalled, and weather not to hot , In full: I was told this was tough and it was but I was prepared and coped quite well. Nice T shirt but only large left for me AGAIN !!! Date of review: August 31, 2008
In short: Tougher than expected it felt more up than down. Didn't realise the last mile or so was going to draggIn full: First race for 4 months following op so knew it would be tough. Wrll organised, well marshalled. Shame some runners ignored keep to the left to help drivers and shame nummity drivers who didn't slow down. Overall worth a trip and would recommend regardless of your experience.Date of review: August 31, 2008
In short: No doubt about it, this has a tough start and the last mile is a slog but well worth doing.In full: I know this is tough but it is a good challenge. The mix of hard up hill then fast down makes you plan your race. I managed a PB this year (delighted!). Will definitely be back again. Really well marshalled, good and friendly crowd, easy parking. Have a go!Date of review: August 31, 2008
In short: Great race but beware those hillsIn full: Great race, location, very supportive marshalls, plenty of drinks stations but bloody tough... pretty hilly for the first 6k but then goes downhill where you can pickup speed if you're not too knackered... goes back uphill again for the last mile which might just finish you off. Highly recommended unless your going for a PBDate of review: August 31, 2008
In short: A few hills but not bad if you train for hills!! Great downs :)In full: Nice race, course has big hills at the start but some really long downhills later, finish is on an uphill. Venue is good and long sleeve t-shirt was wearable. More marshalls would help on course. Just needs a few bits tidying up. Will be back next year! Don't forget to train to run UP and DOWN hills!Date of review: August 31, 2008
In short: Tough hills, but rewarding. Well organised & nice l/s t-shirtIn full: Having seen the race profile I knew this would be tough over the first half of the race. However, knowing this meant there were no surprises and the downhill sections made up for some of the uphill ones! Excellent marshalling, all seemed enthusiastic and cheered runners on. A few spectators along the way too. Long sleeved t-shirt is a nice touch.Date of review: August 31, 2008
In short: Challenging course; lovely shirt long-sleeved and interesting colours.In full: I had already read posts about this course before taking part, so I knew what to expect, thank goodness! Actually, I was pleasantly surprised that it wasn't TOTALLY uphill for the first 4 miles. As another reviewer has written, the downhills are almost as wearing on the legs as the uphills. Of course, you never make up the lost time on the downhills, so it beats me how anyone can give this course a PB rating of 60%! (Unless it's your first ever 10 miler!). Anyway, this was great preparation for the Clarendon half marathon I did on the 30th Sept. as that's just as hilly, if not worse! Apologies to the lady who found my "steam engine" breathing off-putting! and to the lady (wearing black, if I recall) who passed me on one of the downhill bits, you have one of the most elegant running styles I have ever seen.Date of review: October 4, 2007
In short: Best marshalls I have seen. Very friendly and supportive. Great PA at the end as well, gave me a lift over the line.In full: Very hard race, uphill for the first 4 miles. The only negative is the last few miles through a housing estate. The marshalls were fantastic. As were the drink stations and the organisation at the end. Great t-shirt.Date of review: September 18, 2007
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Great! My daughter is SUPER picky and I can put it in her juice no problem! It did cause her constipation issues to come back though (odd) so I had to stop the supplement. Nothing "wrong" with the supplement though.
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it doesnt taste too fishy but it does leave a fishy after taste if that makes any sense...lol...over all its a decent product and id buy it again
use later
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Do not check clearly that this is for the baby after 8-month before purchasing, will use later
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宝宝出生至今都是吃了这个系列的dha ,看着宝宝聪明伶俐应该有它的功劳吧。推荐!
It's good
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I bought for my friend's children. She was satisfied very much!


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Composition FOR LORIPAMLorazepam(1 mg)
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pregnancy interaction for LORIPAM
lactation interaction for LORIPAM
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There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.
How it works
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Expert advice FOR LORIPAM
- Notify your doctor immediately if you are or are planning to become pregnant during the administration of this medicine.
- Lorazepam may be addictive, so take it as prescribed by the doctor.
- Do not discontinue the use of Lorazepam, unless the doctor has advised you. Discontinuation may cause withdrawal symptoms, which may include seizures.
- Lorazepam may cause memory problems, drowsiness, confusion, especially in elderly patients.
- Most people may find that it gets less effective over time.
- Avoid driving after taking Lorazepam as it may cause drowsiness, dizziness, and confusion.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Lorazepam, it may cause excessive drowsiness.
Frequently asked questions FOR LORIPAM
Q. Is lorazepam addictive or habit forming or narcotic?
Lorazepam is addictive and habit forming, as on prolonged use, it may make you dependent such that you will not be able to sleep or function normally without taking it. It is therefore classified as a narcotic and only the exact quantity required by you will be provided by the chemist/pharmacist after producing a prescriptio
Q. Is lorazepam the same as Xanax (alprazolam) or Valium (diazepam)?
Lorazepam, Xanax (alprazolam) and Valium (diazepam) belong to the same group of drugs called benzodiazepines, but they are used for different indications
Q. Is lorazepam a muscle relaxer?
Yes. Lorazepam acts on the brain to relax muscles
Q. Is lorazepam a beta blocker or SSRI?
Lorazepam is neither a beta blocker (anti-hypertensive) or SSRI (anti-depressant); it belongs to a group of drugs called benzodiazepines
Q. Can I take lorazepam for a long time or can I take lorazepam forever or how long can I take lorazepam or can you take lorazepam for years?
This drug should be used for only a short time. Do not take this medication for longer than 4 months without your doctor's advice
Q. Can I take lorazepam for pain?
No. Lorazepam is not a pain-relieving medication. Use it only as advised by your doctor
Q. Can you take lorazepam for anxiety?
Yes, it is used to treat anxiety
Q. Can I take lorazepam with melatonin/ Zoloft (sertraline)/ tramadol/ Suboxone (buprenorphine and naloxone)/ Advil (ibuprofen)/ Ambien (Zolpidem)/ Wellbutrin (bupropion)/ Tylenol (paracetamol)?
Lorazepam has no known harmful interaction with Advil (ibuprofen) or Tylenol (paracetamol); hence can be taken together. Drugs like melatonin/ Zoloft (sertraline)/ tramadol/ Suboxone (buprenorphine and naloxone)/ Ambien (Zolpidem)/ Wellbutrin (bupropion) can increase the side-effects of lorazepam, and vice verca. Please consult your doctor before taking lorazepam with any other drug
Q. Can I take lorazepam with prednisone?
Lorazepam has no known harmful interaction with prednisone, but always consult with your doctor before taking this medication
Q. Does lorazepam get you high?
Lorazepam enhances the action of a signaling chemical called gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain and thus produces a calming effect. This calming effect may be perceived as pleasant or feeling high by some individuals. On prolonged use, lorazepam may also make an individual dependant such that they are not be able to sleep or function normally without taking it
Q. Does lorazepam lower blood pressure?
Lorazepam itself can rarely lower blood pressure. However, it is known to potentiate the effect of medicines used to treat high blood pressure, and cause excessive lowering of blood pressure
Q. Does lorazepam make you sleepy?
Yes, excessive sleepiness and daytime drowsiness are few of the side-effects of lorazepam
Q. Does lorazepam cause erectile dysfunction?
Lorazepam can interfere with sexual function and very rarely causes erectile dysfunction (i.e. inability to achieve erection).


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Any college hoop fans out there? If your a big fan, or casual fan - this time of year only - this is the place for a simple contest. Pick 4 and only 4 teams that you think will make it to the "Final Four." The person with the most teams wins. Tie Breaker: Winning margin total of team(s) winning "great 8" game. Pick 'em pal!
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Below you will find the address to Playing Field Gonzalez Field (Upper Memorial) 8v8 for DEDNOTES: From Rte 95/128: Take Exit 15A, Providence Hwy towards Dedham. Follow Providence Hwy to the fourth set of traffic lights (fifth if you are comming from the North)and take a right onto Eastern Ave. At the first four way stop sign, take a left onto East St. Just before the traffic light at the end of East St, take a left into the parking lot. Gonzalez Field is up the Stairs from the parking lot.
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Rock the trends with this super hair style. This is a bob hair style. Very sexy and chic. The ends of her hair have been curled towards her face which is face hugging.The top of her hair is full of volume. Her hair is cut to chin length. With the part at the side of her hair this is a really nice cut.The platinum blonde colour looks great with her complexion.
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Washington, State react to news
U.S. Sen. Carl Levin announced Thursday that he will not run for a seventh six-year term in 2014. Here's how some people are reacting to the Michigan Democrat's decision:
"If you've ever worn the uniform, worked a shift on an assembly line, or sacrificed to make ends meet, then you've had a voice and a vote in Sen. Carl Levin. No one has worked harder to bring manufacturing jobs back to our shores, close unfair tax loopholes, and ensure that everyone plays by the same set of rules." – President Barack Obama
"Words cannot describe the value of Carl Levin's service to our state and to our country. Carl is respected by our colleagues in both parties because he has always been more concerned with getting the right answer and doing the right thing, rather than earning accolades for himself or engaging in partisan fights. His honor and his integrity are absolutely unmatched. The more people we have like Carl Levin serving in public office, the better off our country will be." – U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Mich.
"For more than 30 years, Carl Levin has been a thoughtful, compassionate voice in Washington. He effectively brought the needs and concerns of Michiganders to the halls of the Capitol. His service on behalf of Michigan and America is commendable. On behalf of our entire state, I applaud Sen. Levin for his dedication and wish him a healthy, fulfilling retirement." – Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder, Republican
"The retirement of my good friend Carl Levin is a terrible loss to our state. Carl is a giant, and he and his service have been of enormous value to the people of Michigan and this Nation. I wish this giant a long retirement, full of well-earned joy and contentment with his wonderful wife Barbara and family." – U.S. Rep. John Dingell, D-Mich.
"Michigan voters have been able to rely on Carl Levin with total confidence. They knew his motives were their welfare, his values were unimpeachable, and his work ethic was a model for all of us. He's been our champion, our lion, our conscience. Personally, he's been a friend and a hero from long before I even considered politics." – former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm, Democrat.
"Carl Levin has had a distinguished and honorable career in the United States Senate. I thank him for his years of dedicated service to the citizens of Michigan and wish him all the best in his future endeavors." – Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette, Republican
"Sen. Levin has been a model public servant and a valued member of the Senate for more than thirty years. I'm particularly thankful for his leadership on behalf of our men and women in uniform. I am confident that we will recruit a great Democratic leader who will continue to fight for the values and priorities Sen. Levin advocated for all these years. We fully expect to keep Michigan blue in November 2014." – Sen. Michael Bennet of Colorado, chairman, Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee


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Academic Hospital Merheim Cologne
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Surgical treatment of bronchial ulceration with partial resection (program ID: 276153)
Erich Stölben
Department of Thoracic Surgery, Pneumology and Sleep Medicine
Specialized in: pulmonology
The Department is a center for the study of organs, which offers a comprehensive treatment of all diseases of the chest – with the exception of heart.
Through the interdisciplinary, timely, simultaneous and cooperative collaboration of colleagues in different disciplines as well as through a contact person the patients are offered an optimized diagnosis and therapy with an optimal schedule. Pulmonary Cancer Center in Cologne-Merheim meets the quality criteria of the German Cancer Society and is the first Regional Center, that has received an award of the Pulmonary Cancer Center as well as the recommendation of the German Cancer Society. The Center for Transfer of the patient on the self-contained breathing has been marked by the German Society for Pneumology and Respiratory Medicine.
The main directions of the treatment at the Specialized Department:
- All therapeutic-pneumological and by thoracic surgery treatable diseases of chest, lungs and respiratory tracts by carrying out the general diagnostics and therapeutic interventions by means of pneumological intensive care medicine and thoracic surgery medicine, expecially taking into account the switching-off lung breathing apparatus (ventilator) (weaning)
- Multimodal treatment of tumors of the lungs and thorax in combination with chemoradiation and operative therapy according to the characteristics
- Surgery of metastases in the lungs/ wandering thorax diseases/ mediastinum
- Invasive bronchology
- Conservative and invasive treatment of complex chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases
- Long-term respiration and acute non-invasive lung injury, mechanical ventilation
- Sleep Laboratory for the diagnosis and treatment of all forms of sleep disorders
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- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- review of medical records
- physical examination
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- biochemical analysis of blood
- inflammation indicators (CRP, ESR)
- indicators blood coagulation
- TSH-basal
- x-ray and bronchography
- electrocardiogram (ECG)
- high-resolution computed tomography (HR-CT)
- bronchoscopy
- preoperative care
- partial resection of bronchial ulceration
- histologically and immunohistochemically
- examination of the remote tissues
- symptomatic treatment
- control examinations
- the cost of essential medicines and materials
- nursing services
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August 17, 2006 WIC Update
SUBJECT: New Participation Reports
- Infants and Children on Medicaid and Not on WIC
- Top Termination Reasons for Children and Infants
- Prenatal WIC and Medicaid Participation
Three new reports have been created to give you a better understanding of how many WIC- eligible women, infants and children never go on WIC or leave WIC before they are categorically ineligible. The Medicaid data has been created along jurisdictional lines not by agency. The Termination data is provided by LWP. The first report is a Word document that has a page for each county that looks at infants and children on Medicaid and WIC and those that are on Medicaid and not WIC. You should look at your county's data and compare it to the state (last page of the report). Overall for the state, 56.8% of Infants and Children participants under 5 are on Medicaid but are not on WIC, so there is the potential to significantly increase caseload. The second report is a Word document for your agency that looks at the top two reasons for Infant and Children participants to be terminated from the WIC program: "Failure to Recertify" and "Failure to Pick-up Checks". Both of these reasons are generated by the system. They are also reasons that you can have an effect on, by taking extra steps to encourage participants to stay on the program, or by coding the specific reasons for terminations and not relying on the system to terminate participants. You may also want to compare your agency to the state (last page of the report). The third report is an Excel spreadsheet that contains details of prenatal women who are on Medicaid and WIC, those on Medicaid and not WIC and those on WIC and not Medicaid. All of the reports are in alphabetical order so it will be easy to find your agency's or county's data. If you have questions, contact Mark Davis at email@example.com or Glenn Studebaker at email@example.com or 1-800-392-8209.Mark A. Davis, M.A.
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Dear Jim: Some rooms in our house are too hot or too cold, and someone is always complaining. What can we do to even out the room temperatures to keep everyone happy. Will doing this lower our utility bills? — Sean H.
Dear Sean: There probably is not one house in the entire country that has even temperatures throughout all the rooms. There are many factors, such as the length of duct, bends, orientation to the sun, number of windows and exterior walls, etc., that affect a room's air temperature.
Actually, it is not desirable to have all the rooms the same temperature. Depending upon the activity level in the room, a wide range of temperatures may be comfortable. Also, some people just like it warmer or cooler.
The simplest method to control temperatures in various rooms is to adjust the dampers in the furnace ducts leading to the rooms. Somewhere near the furnace, find a small handle on the side of each duct. When the handle is parallel to the duct, the damper is typically open.
During winter, partially close the damper in the ducts leading to rooms that are too warm and make sure the other ones are totally opened. You may find you must mostly close them to affect the room temperature. Wait several hours for the room temperature to stabilize between adjustments.
Mark the damper handle locations on the ducts with a "W" for winter. During summer, the damper adjustments will have to be changed. For example, a room that gets much sun during winter may need less warm air to be comfortable. During summer, that room will be too hot and need extra cooled air.
Installing an automatic zone control system is the best and most energy efficient method to control individual room temperatures. Instead of you manually adjusting the duct dampers, a zone control system adjusts special dampers based upon the actual room temperatures and what you desire.
Many houses have access to only several main ducts which later branch out to the individual rooms. In this case, the zone control system will control the temperatures in each room grouping, such as all the bedrooms.
A programmable thermostat is mounted in each room to control the motorized duct damper leading it. If the room is too warm during winter, the damper partially closes. For example, a thermostat may continuously readjust the damper as the intensity of the sun through a window changes throughout the day.
The majority of the energy savings is realized because each room temperature can be varied throughout the day. There is no need to keep the bedrooms toasty warm during the daytime or the living room warm overnight. A cooler room loses less heat through the walls, so the furnace runs less.
Dear Jim: We have a cathedral ceiling in our living room. There is only a small gap between the ceiling insulation and the underside of the roof. Would this be a good application for a solar attic fan? — Tom S.
Dear Tom: You are lucky there even is a small gap for ventilation above the insulation. It is important to ventilate away any moisture which passes through the ceiling drywall during winter or keep it cool during summer.
This is an ideal application of a solar attic fan. With just a small gap, a huge amount of air flow is not needed. Also, a solar fan needs no electric wiring, which may be difficult to run with a finished cathedral ceiling.
Send inquiries to James Dulley, The Press of Atlantic City, 6906 Royalgreen Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45244 or see www.dulley.com.


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A sleek women's-specific pack designed to hold hydration and essentials for day hikes.
Designed for women: Shorter torso length, S-curved shoulder harness for more comfortable carry, harness hardware moved to base of pack to reduce potential friction points, soft-touch fabric harness lining for added comfort next to bare skin, fully adjustable sternum strap for added stability, narrower harness spacing to fit women's shoulders
Air Director™ Back Panel Features: Foam pods covered in soft mesh create multiple ventilation channels.
Antidote™ Reservoir Features: 1/4 turn - easy open/close cap, lightweight fillport, center baffling and low-profile design, patented Big Bite™ Valve, HydroGuard™ technology, PureFlow™ tube, easy-to-clean wide-mouth opening
Key Pack Features: Hike essentials organizer pocket, side pockets
Designed to Carry: Extra layers, food, trail maps, compass
CamelBak® Got Your Bak™ Guarantee: If we built it, we'll Bak it™ with our lifetime guarantee.
We recommend wiping your pack with a damp cloth to remove dirt. If the pack is extremely dirty and needs a deeper cleaning, soak it in cool or warm water with a very mild soap. Rinse the pack thoroughly with cool water. If soap residue remains in the fabric, it may create suds if exposed to water or sweat.
DO NOT wash your pack in a washing machine. Machine washing may damage the pack or affect the integrity of the fabric and fasteners, and will void the Got Your Bak™ Guarantee.
The best way to care for your reservoir is to clean and dry it after every use, especially if you fill the reservoir with anything other than water. However, if a reservoir has not been cleaned after every use, and mold or discoloration develops:
These steps will make your reservoir safe for use. If there are still spots left behind, these are permanent mold stains that may not be removable. However, your reservoir is still safe and usable after you've cleaned it.
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Great Small Women's Daypack
By E Dubya Engineer
from San Jose, CA
Best Uses
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I bought the purple color one for my oldest daughter and she loves it. It is the right size for walking around and can carry lots of stuff. The CamelBak small/medium yellow rain cover fits this model. My daughter's Apple MacBook Pro 13" fits easily into this bag.I also bought four (4) 2011 DayStar packs for my younger daughters. They all love them. I packed them out as survival packs in case of natural disaster (e.g., earthquake). They can hold a surprising amount of stuff, which does get heavy, but the girls did not want to part with any of the survival stuff I packed in them. It is really versitle and sized great for young teenaged daughters.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Still Happy 3 Years Later
By Crispy Roads
from Memphis, TN
I carry the 2009 version of this pack, but bought it in closeouts In 2010. I'm attached to my Day Star companion. I've carried it to China and used it daily in China for a month to carry my essentials and clean water. It traveled well and comfortably through crowded Chinese busses and streets.I've carried it on numerous day hiking trips. In the heat and humidity of the Southern summer, extra supplementary water is needed, but there's room for that. It has enough pockets to keep things organized.I've carried it on kayaking/canoeing trips in the South, but none of them were whitewater. It did well...and didn't sink when it fell out of the canoe. It also dries quickly for a backpack.After a while, it stinks...which stinks because it's hard to clean, but a sink, detergent, and determination do the trick.Don't try to run in this pack. Even if you're moving quickly down an incline on a trail, it flops a little dramatically. An added simple, removable hip stabilizer belt would be nice for those more challenging hikes. However, it does fit well and feel great for normal walking and normal loads for decent hikes. It even does well for mountain biking. The stabilization issue is only when running. Don't carry it too heavy though. It could pull on your shoulders after a while, but if you're drinking your water like you should, the burden usually lessens soon enough. I don't recommend carrying the pack to school with more than one book in it though. It just wasn't made for that, so I'm not complaining about it, rather stating a fact. Overall, I love my Day Star and will go for another when (and if) this one falls apart.
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Love it already!
By Megalina
from Trabuco Canyon, CA
Love this bag! I've already used it as an overnight bag, and I was able to fit my clothes, toiletries, and charger all in there and STILL had room! I've also been able to use it as a regular backpack (I only have a binder and notebook).Pros: I love the color (aqua), and it's made of nice, sturdy material (I can tell that it won't rip easily). The back panel is VERY comfortable (nice and cushioned), and the overall shape of the bag is very nice and streamline. The pockets are deep. Cons are few: The main adjustment straps are kinda ridiculously long. And you can't take off the harness straps.
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Authors on Stage: Kayaker David Park
Category: Summer Reading EventCategory: AuthorsCategory: Speakers & Lecture Series
Location: Adrian Lamb Room
Local author David Park will discuss his new book, Kayaking in and Around the Norwalk Islands, at the New Canaan Library on Tuesday, July 16 at 7:00 p.m. in the Adrian Lamb Room.
Join David and hear all the details and ask questions about kayaking the area between Darien and Westport, including local rivers, coast, and islands off-shore. Information on kayak safety and island-nesting birds will also be provided, and an 18-foot sea-kayak and gear will be on display, courtesy of the Small Boat Shop of Norwalk. Kayaking in and Around the Norwalk Islands is a local, niche guidebook and includes color photos. Signed copies will be available for $10.
David Park grew up in the town of Weston and has lived in East Norwalk for the past 27 years. He is retired and devotes his time to public service. David is past-chairman of the Norwalk Historical Commission, former board member of the Norwalk River Watershed Association, member of the 5-Town Norwalk River Valley Trail Steering Committee, and board secretary of the East Norwalk Library.
David has been a canoeist all his life and an avid kayaker of local waters for the past 15 years. In addition, he has been documenting the local active Osprey nests for the past 13 years.


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