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Thursday, January 12, 2012
A Night in the Life
Nayna and Dojo, upstairs, brushing their teeth.
Dojo: Screams. "Nayna brushed her teeth first! It was my turn!"
Kiersten: "It doesn't matter!"
Dojo: Yells even louder, working himself up to a fit, which often ends in puking.
Kiersten: "Fine! You can brush your teeth first the rest of the week!"
Nayna: Anguished wails and sobbing.
Kiersten: "You go up."
Hot Stuff: Wisely does not move.
Kiersten: Stomps up the stairs. "WHAT is going on?"
Nayna: Mournful wailing. "You said...I can't...brush first...ever again!"
Kiersten: "I didn't say that."
Dojo: "YES YOU DID. I ALWAYS GET TO BRUSH FIRST NOW."
Nayna: Heart clearly broken clean in two by this incredible injustice, continued sobbing.
Kiersten: "Tomorrow! He gets to brush first tomorrow!"
Dojo: "NO. EVERY DAY."
Nayna: Will never recover from the trauma.
Kiersten: "Two days! You get to brush first for two days!"
Nayna: Already desperately in need of intense therapy sessions to heal from this.
Dojo: "Nayna, I'm never playing with you again!"
Kiersten: "OH NO YOU DON'T. YOU DON'T GET TO BE MEAN OVER SOMETHING AS RIDICULOUS AS BRUSHING YOUR TEETH. THIS IS THE SILLIEST FIGHT YOU'VE EVER HAD."
Nayna: A thousand Care-Bears watch from the clouds, crying in sympathy to her tender feelings irreparably shattered.
Dojo: ''IT IS NOT SILLY! SHE WAS BEING MEAN!"
Kiersten: "Did she hurt you? Did she take something away you can never get back? Did she say something mean?"
Dojo: "No."
Kiersten: "THEN IT IS SILLY."
Dojo: "IT IS NOT SILLY. SHE TOOK MY TURN."
Kiersten: "SO YOU GET EXTRA TURNS."
Nayna: Sobs. "I just." Sobs. "You can't." Sobs. "It'll mess up the SCHEDULE!"
Kiersten: "YOU ALREADY MESSED UP THE TAKING TURNS SCHEDULE. THAT'S IT. IF YOU GUYS ARE GOING TO FIGHT OVER THIS, TOMORROW NIGHT NO ONE GETS TO BRUSH...their...teeth DANGIT I CAN'T EVEN TAKE THIS AWAY FROM YOU." Realizes that her kids have picked something to fight over that she literally cannot take away from them. Final tenuous grasp on control has officially dissolved.
Kiersten: "From now on everyone brushes their teeth at exactly the same time, no matter what, FOREVER." Realizes she has become her father, who used to make the same ridiculous statements in an effort to keep things fair. Realizes there are worse things to be, since her father is an amazing guy.
Nayna: Quietly devolves into sniffles.
Dojo: "Snuggle time!"
Kiersten: "YES. I AM FEELING ALL SORTS OF SNUGGLY RIGHT NOW."
Dojo: "Also, I dropped my toothbrush in the toilet."
Kiersten: Gives up.
Dojo: "Nayna, come for snuggle time!"
Nayna: Resolved to wallow alone. "No."
Dojo: "But Nayna! Snuggle time is filled with LOVE!"
At least we've got that going for us.
(If that wasn't enough Kiersten for your day [and really probably it was too much], the longest interview I've ever given is up over at VOYA's website, and oddly enough also includes an anecdote about brushing teeth. Only this time the story is about me, and the time I accidentally brushed my teeth with...well, you can read it.)
36 comments:
- Vicki Rocho said...
This is hysterical! You can't make stuff like this up. My favorite line: I'm feeling all sorts of snuggly right now. That should go on a T-shirt except it sort of changes meaning when you take it out of this context.
- January 12, 2012 at 9:30 AM
- Steph Schmidt said...
Wait wait wait...they fight over who gets to brush their teeth first? I feel like I grew up in a weird household now since I'd have to brush my teeth at the same time as my sibling.
Also how does one drop a toothbrush into a toilet?
- January 12, 2012 at 9:32 AM
- Chelsey said...
Oh gosh. That is FANTASTIC. My nieces used to get into fights like that about flossing, and even though I was basically the same age as them I thought it was RIDICULOUS.
Clearly I have no siblings my age.
- January 12, 2012 at 9:47 AM
- Christine Rains said...
Hilarious! We have to use all sorts of tricks just to get my son to brush his teeth. At least your kids want to do it!
- January 12, 2012 at 10:19 AM
- L.L. said...
I'm sure it wasn't fun at the time, but I do have to say that made my day. Thanks for sharing your little kids' moment... I think I probably tortured my mom in similar fashion.
- January 12, 2012 at 10:29 AM
- Delia said...
Oh *wipes tears* Oh dear lord. *catches breath*
Thank you. My kids have this exact same argument over who walks up the stairs first. I have the exact same reaction. (While my husband wisely stays the heck out of it.) I'm so relieved I'm not alone.
- January 12, 2012 at 10:36 AM
- midnightblooms said...
O_o How do you do it? My kids fight over who brushes their teeth LAST because none of them want to do it. Do you have like magic rainbow flavor toothpaste or something? WHERE DO YOU GET THE MAGIC TOOTHPASTE?
(Also, I'm relieved I'm not the only mom who tells her kids when they are having a silly argument.)
- January 12, 2012 at 10:37 AM
- Sandra Tayler said...
"Also, I dropped my toothbrush in the toilet."
This is my favorite internet quote for the day. Thanks for the laugh in the middle of a morning filled with contracts.
- January 12, 2012 at 10:44 AM
- Jennie said...
I am dying at my desk over this. Such a true representation of parenting.
- January 12, 2012 at 10:46 AM
- Liz said...
BAhahaha! I'm dying here! Hysterical. I hppe my daughter gets a sibling just so I can have experiences like this.
- January 12, 2012 at 10:54 AM
- Katie said...
This is one of the funniest stories you've written xD
- January 12, 2012 at 10:57 AM
- Karen Adair said...
Hahahahahahahahahahahahahaha. This is why I'm grateful to have multiple sinks in the house. Of course I have multiple children to go with all of the said sinks. Thanks for the great laugh today. :)
- January 12, 2012 at 11:41 AM
- Jessie Oliveros said...
That was hilarious. Especially the care bears part. Kids are just so wonderfully irrational. My son freaked out the other day because he discovered he could feel bumps on his head. I tried to tell him that was normal.
- January 12, 2012 at 12:21 PM
- NeuroHormone said...
Your kids want to brush their teeth. The future dentist in me is all happy. :D
- January 12, 2012 at 12:50 PM
- Amy Moran said...
This is priceless.
It reminds me of when I got a call at work from my daughter's first grade teacher. I was working 60-hour weeks and she calls to tell me that my daughter has been reading during reading group. I had to bite my tongue so hard it bled.
What am I supposed to do? Ban my child from reading? Sometimes we are powerless against the absurdity.
- January 12, 2012 at 1:12 PM
- Anthony said...
Bwa ha ha ha! Kids, you gotta love them.
- January 12, 2012 at 1:46 PM
- Caroline Starr Rose said...
Oh, yes. The corners we talk ourselves into (and the ridiculousness of the topics). Ours often revolve around who is supposed to shower first (NOT a popular slot).
- January 12, 2012 at 2:19 PM
- Melissa said...
Soooo glad to hear of the 'silly' arguments that go on in your home! We are not alone, yay!
Once my son had exasperated my then pre-teen daughter with his brotherly annoyance that she asked if 'he had to breathe', why yes darling daughter, yes he does!
Don't you just love that they always want hugs after, when you least feel like them? My 13yo daughter does this to me all the time!
I hope Nayna was won over by the love and snuggled!
- January 12, 2012 at 2:48 PM
- Liesl Shurtliff said...
This sounds very familiar. Recently I started making them stick their noses together and while listening to "Love at Home." It's particularly torturous if they haven't brushed their teeth. BWAHAHAHA!
- January 12, 2012 at 3:06 PM
- Robin said...
Time to buy new toothbrushes.
- January 12, 2012 at 3:43 PM
- lora96 said...
oh my gosh this is hilarious! (obviously not if you were there--I got sucked into arguing with a seven year old today in front of the rest of my class of gaping seven year olds who i'm sure realized I COULD NOT WIN).
The care bears weeping was my absolute favorite part. That sounds evil when I put it that way, like I want cuddly cartoon characters to sob...oh never mind.
- January 12, 2012 at 5:22 PM
- Indigo said...
Ha! You managed to make me miss my daughter being little (23 isn't so little anymore). I'm smiling so big now. Kids come up with some of the strangest things to fight over. (Hugs)Indigo
- January 12, 2012 at 5:31 PM
- Jess said...
Where is the like button on this thing?
- January 12, 2012 at 6:07 PM
- dothutchison said...
My brothers and I used to fight like this over candy at the movie theater, because whoever went first got best choice and of course we couldn't have the same kind of candy as anyone else. My mom actually wrote the Mars candy company to thank them for coming up with a third kind of M&M just so she could say we were all having M&Ms- plain, peanut, and peanut butter. XD
- January 12, 2012 at 6:12 PM
- Heather said...
Loved the interview as well as the story :)
- January 12, 2012 at 6:58 PM
- Steph Sinkhorn said...
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA OH MAN. I love kid stories. I mean, it does not sound like it's that fun to live through. But it makes great entertainment later.
- January 12, 2012 at 7:36 PM
- Rachel Pudelek said...
I feel you girly! It seems every morning at my house as the kids are getting ready for school, some sort of dispute or attitude is acted out and I ALWAYS end up playing the drill Sgt.!
- January 12, 2012 at 9:26 PM
Hahaha!!! I love the silly things kids fight over. They get all upset and you're like. "really in five years this won't even cross your mind as being something to possible get bothered about."
- January 12, 2012 at 10:40 PM
- Amie said...
As a mother of four, I loved every word of this. My favorites were, "DANG IT I CAN'T EVEN TAKE THIS AWAY FROM YOU" and realizes she has become her father..." Oh yeah! And the part about the Care-Bears. You're just so hilarious!
- January 13, 2012 at 7:12 AM
- Megs said...
Ha ha ha ha! That totally made my day! Thanks. :)
- January 13, 2012 at 8:11 AM
awwwwwww! Terribly cute!
Also, amazing interview! BUT, you forgot to mention your incredibly gorgeous shiny hair in the best attributes part. Just saying. :)
- January 14, 2012 at 8:57 AM
- The Story Queen said...
Hahahaha, oh I have tears of laughter in my eyes. Thank you for that! Your husband clearly got the best role in this whole thing.
- January 14, 2012 at 12:09 PM
- Janiel Miller said...
Thank you for reassuring me that my kids are normal. Or that your kids and my kids are warped. Or that both sets of parents are in need or therapy. Or . . . never mind. I'm not reassured at all.
On the up side, this is hilarious and I've sucked up enough good-air that I can go out and be a better mom now. Probably.
- January 14, 2012 at 11:32 PM
- readerfreak22 said...
Wow it sounds like my house. My little sister and brother fighting over silly things! Is it always like this?
- January 15, 2012 at 12:14 PM
- Kim Aippersbach said...
Hee, heee, heeee . . .
My kids are now 18 and 12, and they still have fights like this (but with fewer toothbrushes dropped in toilets).
I figure they're now old enough to hear the terrible truth: "You're right, it isn't fair. It's because I love him/her more than I love you."
In the end that's what the fights are all about.
(My kids get that I'm being sarcastic. They do. Because sarcasm is such a great parenting technique.)
- January 16, 2012 at 7:50 AM
- Annalise Green said...
So, this was one of the funniest things I ever read. Reminds me of when my brother and I used to fight over stupid stuff. It always seemed like the end of the world back then!
- January 20, 2012 at 12:40 PM


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I was two when Jade the queen of darkness kidnapped me. She took me away because the village I was born into was defying her wishes of sacrifice, she burned my village to the ground although she had ripped me from my mother's arms and set fire to everything with a wave of her hand. Jade kept me locked up till I was eighteen. She kept me as her servant and she never let me forget that she murdered my family in cold blood.
I was preparing for one of her undead parties to celebrate the taking over of a kingdom when I suddenly felt different not like the lonely beat up girl before, this time I felt power flowing through me it was strange. I kept getting ready afraid that if she saw me not doing anything she would beat me until I wasn't moving and make me one of her undead soldiers. "Arundhati, come here please I want to speak
to you privately." I went to her in the ball room where she was sitting in her throne made of human bones. "Since, you're eighteen tonight I have a special place for you on the throne but first I have a proposition for you. Become my body guard and my daughter and you shall keep your life tonight but don't and I will hunt you down kill you and make you my slave for eternity, so what shall it be?" I stop and think and finally I say "I'd rather die than be your slave or your daughter!" with that I take off running through the kitchen out the door and off into the jungle.
I have finally gotten free by watching one of her other servants forget to lock the kitchen door to freedom, and I'm scared that I'm going to die when this new part of me that showed up starts taking me over. She runs through the forest like she knows the way and then we're standing in sunlight under a giant oak tree with my name Arundhati and the name of someone else Matthias carved into it. I'm standing there by myself when I have a flash of what could be the past.
It's raining hard and there's a fight with me and who I'm assuming is Matthias. We're fighting back to back soaking wet when we finally stop the army of the undead. I lean against the oak tree before sitting down when Matthias comes and sits down next me "we did a good job of fighting evil, now if we could just kill Jade then we'd be done with her." I sit thinking about what he said when he turns to me and kisses me. I pull away quickly and look at him and ask "why did you just kiss me?" he doesn't answer for a short while and when he does he says "I kissed you because I want you to know that there are people who can love you. I don't want you to fear love."
I open my eyes and there's a girl standing in front of me, she's beautiful she has black hair and dark brown eyes, she's dressed kind of like a gypsy and she's alone on this stretching dirt path. "Hello, are you okay? Is something wrong?" I look at and think before replying "I think I'm fine I'm just a little scared and shocked to be alive still. That's all." She looks at me like I'm crazy then she says "What do you mean still alive?" So I sit under the tree and tell her my whole story from when I was a baby to now my big escape. "By the way what's your name?" she asks me. "My name is Arundhati kind of like the goddess. What about you?" "My name is Orion, I'm on my way to Boudica's forest would you like to come along? she may take you in." I nod my head yes and offer her a small smile before we start heading off towards her forest. A few hours later we come to a stream and stop to rest for a bit when Orion says "We've got about a half mile to go to get to the forest we should be there by nightfall." And off we go again.
By nightfall we are at the forest when a young man about my age steps out of the shadows. "Orion we were expecting you earlier and didn't you say that you were coming alone?" He sounds kind of angry but I think to myself that he's quite handsome. "Matthias, let me talk to your mother i can explain to her what happened besides, I may have some useful information for her." He stops looking at her and looks at me before saying "She has to stay with me while you talk to my mother, otherwise no I can't let you go near her." She nods her head in agreement and we follow him into the darkness of the forest.
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Two days ago, on birthday of my blog – I asked simple question – Guess! What is in this box?
I have received lots of interesting comments on the blog about what is in it. Many of you got it absolutely incorrect and many got it close to the right answer but no one got it 100% correct. Well, no issue at all, I am going to give away the price to whoever has the closest answer first in personal email.
Here is the answer to the question about what is in the box? Here it is – the box has my new book. In fact, I should say our new book as I co-authored this book with my very good friend Vinod Kumar. We had real blast writing this book together and had lots of interesting conversation when we were writing this book. This book has one simple goal – "master the basics."
This book is not only for people who are preparing for interview. This book is for every one who wants to revisit the basics and wants to prepare themselves to the technology. One always needs to have practical knowledge to do their duty efficiently. This book talks about more than basics. There are multiple ways to present learning – either we can create simple book or make it interesting. We have decided the learning should be interactive and have opted for Interview Questions and Answer format.
Here is quick interview which we have done together.
Details of the books are here
The core concept of this book will continue to evolve over time. I am sure many of you will come along with us on this journey and submit your suggestions to us to make this book a key reference for anybody who wants to start with SQL server. Today we want to acknowledge the fact that you will help us keep this book alive forever with the latest updates. We want to thank everyone who participates in this journey with us.
You can get the books from [Amazon] | [Flipkart].
Read Vinod's blog post. Do not forget to wish him happy birthday as today is his birthday and also book release day – two reason to wish him congratulations.
Reference: Pinal Dave (http://blog.SQLAuthority.com)
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Pinal, congratulations and a great achievement. Another book up on the stands from you. It was really fun interviewing you and Pinal. Hope to see many more of these things in future. Best wishes.
Thanks so much buddy!
I didn't even know that while writing an email to you few hours back that you gonna have third book this soon…. Congrates to you both. :)
Congratulations to both of you. You guys beat me … i was planning an (e)book on this topic for quite sometime :)
Thats awesome Pinal!
I really look forward to get the book…
Thanks a lot for such awesome release and happy bday to ur blog too… :-)
I m very excited about this book so just now I have placed order on flipkart.
Congrats once again Pinal. I am excited to see this book title from two SQL Gurus. Wishing all the best to Vinod Kumar on this journey.
Hi Pinal sir,
Congratulations for this book.
I am also look very forward for this.
Thank you so much for your efforts.
Chirag Satasiya
just ordered it, thanks pinal….
Thank you thank you all!
I truly appreciate your love and passion towards SQL.
Its helpful for too many….
Hi Sir,
Congratulations to both of you sir.. and Very Happy Birthday to Vinod Sir.
Congratulations your new book. Could I have one copy?
Hi Pinal and vinod,
Congratulation !!!.
Thanks for this, i was trying to find something like that. Now i got.
i am going to place order.
Many congratulations on the publication of your 3rd book! The combination of authors is a killer, and I will be sure to get a copy.
This year has been great for the SQL Server community as we got not one, but 3 new books from you.
Have a wonderful day!
Good achievement….
Congratulations Pinal…! Happy Birthday Vinod.
Congratulations to both of you !!!!!!! n Happy Birthday to Vinod !!!!
My guess was very close to the answer..n I am very happy after seeing the title of the book…that's awesome… :)
Many Congratulations…
Hi Pinal & Vinod,
Thank you for your wonderful contributions on SQL Server Interview Questions. Vinod…Wish you Happy Birthday.
@ Pinal,
I have prepared document on all your interview questions (32 Days of Interview Questions) from your blogs.
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Congratulations Pinal and Vinod
I have ordered the book. Looking forward to read it.
congratulation for your new book ans hope it will be a good success and may be more such good books to come.
Congratulations, Pinal!
No Kindle version, yet? :(
Great work and wishing you the very best.
My special B'day wishes to Vinod :-)
Congrats Pinal on your New book.
Take Care
Great work and wishing you the very best
Congratulations Pinal and Vinod. Great Work!
Hi sir,
Just two days back i have started learning sql. i was searching so many sites for getting good information. Suddenly i got u r website. i red the index of u r book in amazon. it seems very good. I want to know one thing. Could you please guide me what are the prerequisites to read this book. is it ok for beginners? if not please guide me. I am living in UK.
If you suggest i can buy through amazon along with this book.
Thanks & Regards,
Each and every article is very good.
Hi! I want to create excel file through procedure and write the data that return through the same procedure in tabular form ,Please give me an idea
You cannot create a new file however you can insert data into existing files. Refer this for more information
while installing sql 2008 standard edition i get following error message The specified user group 'SQLServerMSSQLUsers$disserver$DISSERVER' does not exist. tried many times uninstalling, m installing on windows 2003 standard edition and it is a backup domain controller, few week back i have installed successfully one of our backup domain controller without any problem.
Please can anyone help me solving this issue ?
Great waiting for this type of addition in sql world salute you two for
helping in such explainary easy to grasp basics …. Congrats you both
Congratulations Pinal
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Great Effort! interesting!
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Old man with pipe is a study for the seated figure of the swagman in Lambert's Henry Lawson memorial (cat.121). Although Lambert believed in 'drawing for its own sake' he did make a number of drawings which were sketches for paintings and sculpture, in which he worked out his ideas for major compositions such as this one. This drawing may have been one of the pencil studies which Lambert submitted with his proposal for the commission of the sculpture in December 1926.
Lambert drew this figure in rough outline, building up detail in certain areas and leaving others incomplete. His concern was with capturing the posture and kinaesthesia of the man, carefully capturing the muscles in the arms and the way in which they rest on the legs. Although this is a study, it is also a fully signed presentation drawing.
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Making his second start since returning from a strained lat muscle, the Angels prospect tossed seven no-hit innings and struck out 10 on Tuesday. That wasn't enough for Class A Advanced Inland Empire as the 66ers dropped a 5-2, 11-inning decision at Stockton.
"I thought it went well," Maronde said. "Guys made plays behind me. I thought Randal Grichuk made the catch of the year in center to preserve [the no-hitter]. At the end of the day, though, we want to get the win."
After walking leadoff batter Chad Oberacker in the first, Mardone retired the next 12 batters. He allowed only two more baserunners -- A.J. Kirby-Jones drew a one-out walk in the fifth and Max Stassi walked with two outs in the seventh.
Part of Mardone's success was thanks to Grichuk's spectacular catch with one out in the sixth. Stockton's Leonard Gil crushed a pitch to center field, but the 2009 first-round pick climbed the wall to make the grab.
"Just throwing strikes was the key," Maronde said. "I walked the leadoff hitter and then just came back to attack the strike zone from there. Guys were playing defense behind me, and that helped a lot, too."
The 22-year-old left-hander fanned at least one batter in every inning after the first, including two in each of his last three frames. The 10 strikeouts were two short of the career high he set against High Desert on April 27.
After Maronde exited, Eric Cendejas gave up a leadoff single to B.A. Vollmuth in the eighth. The 24-year-old right-hander set down the next six batters as the game headed to extra innings.
"I wasn't too upset about [the hit]," Maronde said. "I had ice on. Like I said, I just wanted to get the win."
C.J. Cron, the Angels' No. 2 prospect, put Inland Empire in front with a two-run shot in the 10th, but Vollmuth responded with a two-run homer in the bottom of the frame. Josh Whitaker connected on a three-run walk-off blast in the 11th to give the Ports the win.
Selected in the third round of the 2011 Draft, Maronde posted a 2.83 ERA in six starts for the 66ers before going on the DL. He missed more than two months, then returned to the California League on July 11 and gave up three hits over five scoreless frames.
"It feels great to be off the DL," Maronde said. "I feel like I can actually contribute to the team. I felt like I was dead weight for a while."
On the season, Maronde owns a 2.11 ERA with 46 strikeouts over 47 innings. He said his aim this year was to carry over his success from 2011, when he posted a 2.14 ERA in 11 starts for Rookie-level Orem. So the injury hasn't set back his goals too much.
"I wanted to pick up from where I left off last year," Maronde said. "I wanted to throw well and go out there and compete every day. So missing time stinks, but I think I can make that up in the fall by going to [the instructional league]. I'm just worried about making the playoffs now."
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When it seems the magic slipped away...
We find it all again on Christmas Day.
*Seeing isn't believing.Believing is seeing.*
Hopefully Oktoberfest on Saturday - if the weather holds out!
I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas
Sounds cool OM! Are you from Germany?
I am having a day off work today. It is autumny here and I'll be on my couch with a pot of tea and dvd's. Tomorrow evening I'll go to a birthday party and Sunday we're doing an American High Tea(everyone bakes something and brings it to the high tea).
Somewhere in the weekend I have to get some groceries and pack my bag. The boyfriend and me are going on a citytrip to Gdansk in Poland Tuesday.
Work, work and work.
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Love & Peace to the World
Nothing yet..
Merry Christmas to all...
None. Just work.
Merry Snowy Christmas
Love & Peace to the World
Lots of things to be done, its last weekend before moving back to my folks.
Ironing all day, cleaning my house before I give it back on Monday. The saddest weekend of my life.
And so, as Tiny Tim observed, "God Bless us!! Everyone!!''
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"These gorgeous muffins are a takeoff on a family favorite, my mom's pumpkin bread recipe. Because the bread is so fantastic and easy to make, I realized I could easily transform it into muffins and add two of my favorite flavors, sweet and salty pecans and ginger." Laura Lufkin
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So as many of the regular readers here probably know, OilersNation has a collection of gear, including stickers, hoodies and t-shirts. We want to get something like that going here at FlamesNation, but with a twist - we want FN readers help in designing them.
As you can see from the links, ON gear ranges from cool and clean (hoodies) to comedic (Squee shirts). We'll take both and everything in between if the design works. Feel free to incorporate the FN logo, inside jokes from the site (keep your feet moving) and maybe even prior photoshop contests.
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Mercury, Chicago's Skyline Cruiseline
Mercury, Chicago's Skyline Cruiseline offers 90-minute tours for the whole family that include lake and river cruises, fireworks cruises, canine cruises and night cruises all departing from the landscaped dock on Chicago's Riverwalk at the Michigan Avenue Bridge. Cruising season May - October.
Kayak through canyons of skyscrapers and architectural wonders, or explore the waters just off beautiful Lake Michigan. Kayak Chicago is Chicago's premier full-service outfitter, offering a variety of tours with certified instructors and guides. It's a truly unique way to experience the urban landscape.
The Chicago Riverwalk trail in downtown Chicago is an easy way to experience the vibrant city while exploring some of its more nature-oriented offerings. This trail is rated as easy, and will take you only 2.5 hours or 4.2 miles round-trip to complete.
Proudly referred to as Chicago's "Front yard," Grant Park is a public park, 319 acres located in Chicago's central business district in the Loop Community area. Grant Park's most notable features include Millennium Park, Buckingham Fountain, The Art Institute of Chicago and the Museum Campus. Named for United States President and Civil War General, Ulysses S. Grant, Grant Park was developed as one of Chicago's first parks and expanded through land reclamation.
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We operate Chicago's premier Hop On Hop Off ® city sightseeing tours in the classic red & green Trolleys and fun-filled Double Decker buses. We also offer private group transportation for special events such as weddings, parties, and corporate outings. For 19 years the Hop On Hop Off® sightseeing tour has been the gold standard for entertaining and informative tours. Covering 13 miles and 14 stops, the Signature Tour is an eye-popping adventure through the heart of Chicago, giving you the option of Hopping On and Off at your choice of stops to visit the hottest retail, cultural, and family attractions. Summer tours include neighborhood tours and night tours.
The Chicago Pedway Tour will lead you through the Pedway, the backdrop for an amusing and enlightening tour of some of the hot-spots (or a least warm-spots) of downtown Chicago. The tour focuses on interesting anecdotes and tales about some of the great buildings downtown, but it's also a study of the city underneath the city. The Pedway is a strange and wonderful place and adds so much to the city's personality. These are great tours for Chicagoans who want to learn more about the city and for tourists who want a full Chicago experience without ever going outside. The tour is 90 minutes and is $20. Monday/Thursday/Saturday at 10:30 am. Please note: the start location for the Monday and Thursday tour is at 40 W. Lake St. in the "Gallery of Shops." The start location for the Saturday tour is at start at Block 37 – 108 N. State St.
Chicago is calling! For the most fun dining cruise in the city, come aboard Mystic Blue. Feel the energy of Chicago with the skyline as your backdrop. You'll enjoy tasty food and drinks and music and dancing to make your lunch, dinner or special event cruise unforgettable.
The North Branch Trail stretches from Chicago to the northern suburbs. Starting at the Bunker Hill Forest Preserve it twists through 15 miles of small bluffs, ponds, prairie, open grassy parkways and quaint little streams that trickle into the Chicago River. Paved with asphalt, The North Branch Trail makes for an easy to medium level of difficulty.
Chicago River Canoe and Kayak has everything you need to enjoy the Chicago River; whether you're in the mood for a quick hour excursion or an afternoon getaway. Guided trips are available for all ability levels, including weekly trips through downtown Chicago, a sunset dinner trip at the Lagoons or a quieter trip down nearby streams.
At Fleet Feet Sports Chicago you will find a welcoming environment and customer service that is the cornerstone of health and wellness in the community. Whether you walk, run, exercise or simply need advice and motivation to lead an active lifestyle, the experts at Fleet Feet Sports can help. The staff will work with you to evaluate your individual needs and natural bio mechanics to help select the products that offer the best fit and function for you. Commitment to the betterment of the health and well being of the community runs deep through Fleet Feet educational resources, fitness training and professionally organized award winning events.
With three locations in the Chicagoland area, Uncle Dan's specializes in outdoor equipment and clothing for any adventure. They carry a wide selection of equipment for camping, backpacking, hiking and travel. Every staff member is trained and committed to providing top-notch service and gear that supports a progressive & active lifestyle. At Uncle Dan's, you talk to people who love the outdoors. With the experience and knowledge to answer all your adventure questions and providing you the gear needed for your excursion, no matter where adventure takes you.
With locations throughout Illinois, REI is on the leading edge of outdoor adventure and stewardship in the environment. With name brand gear and a knowledgeable staff to help you gear up for whatever adventure you have in mind, you can rest assure the equipment and information you get is above par. From running, hiking, biking, paddling, climbing REI has everything you need to make the outdoors great again. REI's passion for the outdoors runs deep and it's their core purpose to inspire, educate and outfit people for a lifetime of outdoor adventure and stewardship.
Take in the lake as you soak in one of Chicago's most beautiful treasures. The Lakefront Trail is a runner's paradise, spanning an impressive 17-miles of natural beauty and man-made inspirations. It runs north from downtown to Foster Avenue and south to 31st beach. The trail's smooth terrain makes it easy to traverse, while its hidden secrets make it fun to explore. And when you're done with your run, bike, hike or whatever, you can cool down with spectacular lake views or breathtaking cityscapes.
Chicago Stand-up Paddle Boarding
Stand-up Paddle Boarding (SUP) offers yet another way to experience the Chicago lakefront. This hybrid of surfing and kayaking involves standing on an over-sized surfboard and paddling with a single bladed paddle. The concept, which was originally used by ancient Polynesian cultures, has seen a revival in the last 15 years. You can get all your questions answered and equipment rentals from Chicago SUP, the experts in Chicago for Stand-up Paddle Boarding.
Every year for the holidays, the Chicago Transit Authority decorates one of its trains, inside and out, with twinkling lights and festive decorations. As the holiday train pulls into each station, Santa waves to boarding passengers from his sleigh on an open-air flatcar while elves serenade riders between stops.
The Millennium Reserve stretches from downtown Chicago to the Indiana border and suburban Park Forest. It encompasses numerous neighborhoods, the Southeast lakefront, and 37 South suburban municipalities. In aggregate, the Reserve includes a collection of over 15,000 acres of open space such as trails, wetlands, and forest preserves; Making it ideal for runners, bikers and kayakers alike.
A major construction project continues at the former Daley Bicentennial Plaza site, now being transformed into the magnificent Lakefront recreation center, Maggie Daley Park. As part of a staggered opening, the ice skating ribbon and playground area is now open to the public, and the fieldhouse will be open for winter programs beginning January 5, 2015. Photo credit: ©Adam Alexander Photography, photo courtesy of Choose Chicago
Little Beans is a family café and imaginative indoor playground for kids. Their café boasts a delicious assortment of coffee drinks and snacks where parents can enjoy the ambiance of our comfortable café with their tiny tots. At Little Beans, kids have the freedom to play, learn, imagine and create in their custom interactive indoor village and playground. They are truly a destination that is fun for the whole family.
Offering helicopter tours of the Chicago skyline and private helicopter charters. Arrive at our own private downtown heliport just minutes from the heart of the city. Once you are checked in at the heliport you will explore and learn about Chicago's rich history in our 6,000sqft Customer Experience Center. Your flight will depart at your scheduled time and take you on an epic journey with unparalleled views of the city.
The Legacy Walk is a dynamic outdoor LGBT history exhibit in the "Lakeview" neighborhood of Chicago. Presently, along the half mile of the North Halsted Street Corridor, between Belmont Avenue and Grace Street, ten (10) pairs of 25'-tall decorative "Rainbow Pylons" define the nexus of Chicago's LGBT community. Affixed to the pylons are a series of bronze memorial plaques commemorating the life and work of notable lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender individuals whose achievements have helped shape the world
It's time to kick back and relax. They have great food and drinks, plus Lake Michigan on their doorstep. How could it get any better? Oh yeah, live music acts and festivals constantly throughout the summer, so you are never bored and always satisfied!
Burnham Woods, named after Daniel Burnham, who is credited with developing much of the structure of the City of Chicago, has some of the biggest cottonwood trees in the state. Located in southeastern Cook County this course's small greens, mature trees, and meandering streams makes for an excellent golfing experience.
Harborside International Golf Center
Harborside International Golf Center, home to both the Port & Starboard Courses, has been Chicago's home for golf since 1995. Located only minutes from Chicago's Loop, Harborside offers the premier golf experience in the Chicagoland area. As the only facility with two of Golfweek's "Best Courses You Can Play in Illinois" and the home to the most expansive driving range and practice facility.
Recently redesigned by renowned golf architect Dick Nugent Indian Boundary is a track suited for all levels of golfers. With its heavily-wooded layout and strategically placed water and sand the course is both scenic and challenging. Conveniently located in Chicago's Northwest side Indian Boundary is Forest Preserve Golf's most popular course.
Situated on land that once held the World's Columbian Exposition of 1893; the golf course opened six years later in 1899. The only eighteen hole golf course in the CPD Golf portfolio, the course meanders through the overall footprint of the 500 acre Jackson Park site. This includes mature trees, some newly renovated tee boxes, and large greens that all offer a challenging golf experience.
First Ascent Climbing & Fitness (Uptown)
First Ascent's mission is to serve and grow Chicago's vibrant climbing community by providing outstanding instruction, hosting fun events, and fostering a warm, welcoming environment. Whether you're new to climbing or a seasoned veteran, we have the climbing classes, terrain, resources, and experience to help you reach the next level in your climbing progression and enjoy climbing to the fullest. Our climbing instruction ranges from the basics of rope skills and climbing technique to advanced climbing training and technical skills for the outdoors, Our instructors are the best: knowledgeable, experienced, friendly, and professional.
First Ascent Climbing & Fitness (Avondale)
First Ascent's mission is to serve and grow Chicago's vibrant climbing community by providing outstanding instruction, hosting fun events, and fostering a warm, welcoming environment. Whether you're new to climbing or a seasoned veteran, we have the climbing classes, terrain, resources, and experience to help you reach the next level in your climbing progression and enjoy climbing to the fullest. Our climbing instruction ranges from the basics of rope skills and climbing technique to advanced climbing training and technical skills for the outdoors, Our instructors are the best: knowledgeable, experienced, friendly, and professional.
EagleRider Motorcycle Rentals and Tours
EagleRider is the largest motorcycle rental and tour company in the world. Rent a Harley Davidson for a day or a week and experience the open road!
Prairie Bluff Public Golf Club
Prairie Bluff is located on 237 acres of rolling terrain and is framed with prairie grass, which adds to the golf course's overall challenge and beauty for those who play here. With four sets of tees, 10 lakes and more than 40 bunkers, golfers of all skill levels will find a good challenge. At Prairie Bluff, you will enjoy our beautiful 10,000 square foot clubhouse that features a pro shop, banquet hall & bar. Beyond serving as a fabulous golf facility, Prairie Bluff is an ideal location for breakfast, lunch, dinner or cocktails. Prairie bluff's learning center offers a 10- acre driving range, short game area with bunker, putting green, private and group lessons. Let Prairie Bluff host your next golf outing!
CITY:Crest Hill
Siegel's Cottonwood farm is a fourth generation working farm established in 1909. In the spring and early summer, the farm is open with a garden center featuring flowers, shrubs, and plants. From June 1st thru October, the farm is available for company picnics, group outings, corporate events and fundraisers. In the summer when the crop is ready its extra sweet corn. In the fall its Pumpkinfest time on the farm with playlands, cornfield mazes, new fun attractions, climbing wall, gem mining and much more. And then there is the award winning haunted prison, "Statesville."
CITY:Crest Hill
Hollywood Park Family Fun Center
Hollywood Speedway go-kart track, arcade games, indoor bumper cars, indoor laser maze, rock wall, Hollywood Memorabilia and Cafe-Pizzeria. Hollywood Fun Park specializes in parties and group outings and is open year round.
Whether it be for your wedding reception, a round of golf, fine dining, quick lunch or Sunday brunch, Carriage Greens Country Club is one of the finest entertainment and banquet facilities in the Chicago area. Boasting an ever expanding wine list, paired with any of the delicious menu items, and great service makes The Sandtrap Grill a unique dinning experience in Darien, Westmont, Lemont and the surrounding western suburbs.
Lake Park Golf Course is perfect for the young golfer who wants to play a shorter course with real bunkers and excellent greens. For the more experienced golfer, Lake Park is where you'll want to practice your all-important short game. The 18-hole, par 3-course is 1,515 yards in length with holes ranging from 50 to 115 yards.
CITY:Des Plaines
Located in Kane County, this 18-hole layout contains gentle rolling hills, wetlands, native plants, flowers and beautiful song birds with a panoramic view of the course from the clubhouse. Don't you dislike paying a lot for golf only to find yourself crammed in between loud roads? Not here at Hughes Creek...Just nothing but nature and serenity!! Close your eyes and enjoy songs of the Redwing Black bird, American Goldfinches, and Northern Cardinals!
Home of the Elgin Public Museum, the park includes a petting zoo and the Family Aquatic Center.
Burnidge/ Paul Wolff Campground
Playground and fishing. 9 miles of hiking trails.
Trails, fishing, cross-country skiing, skating, cabins on Willow Lake.
Camping, trips, outfitting and instructions.
Dawn until dusk, a 36 m. trail is the forefront of outdoor recreation passing through Elgin, St. Charles, Geneva, Batavia and Aurora. It winds along the banks of the Fox River through miles of prairie grass, overshadowing trees and blooming flowers.
Outdoor ice skating; new refrigerated skating system; warming shelters available.
Elgin's finest 40-lane bowling center.
Wing Park golf course is a classic yet, sporty nine-hole golf course. Established in 1908, it is the oldest nine-hole municipal golf course. This superior golf course offers something for everyone. Expert players with only a couple of hours to spare or the amateur just beginning to learn their swing will all enjoy a day at Wing Park Golf Course.
The Highlands of Elgin Golf Course
This collection of eighteen holes now provides golfers with an adventure through a variety of unique golf holes in a beautiful setting. The prairie style clubhouse features an expanded golf shop, locker rooms, event rooms with expansive ceilings and a full scale food and beverage operations. Enjoy dining at the Hickory Stick Bar & Grill and experience stunning golf course views.
Bowes Creek delivers a private club experience to the public golfer! It offers annual memberships for a day, or just enjoy Porter's Pub - an English inspired eatery.
The Highlands of Elgin Golf Course
The Highlands of Elgin has become a premier destination for thousands of golfers throughout the region. Nine new holes reclaim an old stone quarry, and take maximum advantage of the unique and dramatic landforms that were left behind, including a twelve acre quarry lake. Four holes hug the top of the bluff thirty to forty feet above the water providing golfers with incredible views and numerous shot options on each hole.
The Busse Woods Trail system is located within Ned Brown Forest Preserve, a 3,700-acre property in the western suburbs. There are 11.2 miles of paved trails for cyclists, equestrians and pedestrians. The main loop is nearly 8 miles, circling some lakes and meadows, while a couple of much shorter side loops will take you to the north and south end of the forest preserve. The Busse Woods Trail connects with the Schaumburg Bikeway on the west, and on the north, Busse Woods links to the Rolling Meadows Bikeway system. Some key features of the forest preserve include fishing, boat rentals and a small herd of captive resident elk. The trails are open from sunrise to sunset.
CITY:Elk Grove
A unique park for children ages two to nine years. Pirates' ship, paddle boats, train ride, climbing wall, and many more creative attractions for children. Concession and picnic areas. Birthday parties and rentals. Open daily June through August. Admission fee for children. Adults are always free.
CITY:Elk Grove Village
A tropical paradise waterpark. Three giant water slides, tot pool, vortex pool, drop slide, three-story funhouse with plunge pool. concessions, picnic areas, locker rooms with family changing areas. Daily admission and season passes. Open Memorial Day through Labor Day.
CITY:Elk Grove Village
Par 70. Open Sunrise to Sunset. 18 hole golf course, club house, pro shop, and restaurant and bar. Private parties upon request and availability.
CITY:Elk Grove Village
A historic tradition lives on at the Elmhurst Park District Conservatory and greenhouses, located in Wilder Park. The conservatory holds four main plant displays a year: a Easter and Calla Lilies in the spring, Chrysanthemums in the fall, Poinsettias in December and an Environmental show with various themes in the Winter. In addition youth education programs are offered with our in house Horticulturist.
The Elmhurst Park District exists to provide opportunities for the enjoyment of residents and visitors, particularly those opportunities that people cannot supply for themselves. With facilities like the Elmhurst Art Museum, a skate park, two swimming pools, several fitness & recreation centers, over twenty neighborhood parks, and miles of bike paths and trails, the Elmhurst Park District will satisfy the needs of any audience.
The Illinois Prairie Path was the first successful "rail-to-trail" conversion in the United States and inspired a national rail-to-trail movement in the United States in the mid-1960s. The trail is named for its rare segments of original, thousand year-old prairies. With 62 miles of biking, hiking, jogging, equestrian, and nature trails, this is an amazing natural resource that encompasses 4 towns: Elgin, Aurora, Batavia and Geneva and 3 counties. The surface is both asphalt and crushed stone.
Small campground located in a country setting near Chicagoland Speedway, Historic Route 66 and a 25 mile hiking/bike trail. Business hours are 8:00am - 1:00pm.
The Flossmoor Sculpture Gardens is an outdoor arts program that places sculptures in the village square, along charming residental streets and in the Flossmoor Sculpture and Garden Park.
Owned and operated by the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District, Coyote Run Golf Course is a public 18 hole, par 71 course; it measures 6,478 yards that test the skill level of all golfers. Located 40 minutes from downtown Chicago, Coyote Run has three tee boxes on each hole with bent-grass fairways, tees and greens. Featuring different looks from all tees, water hazards come into play on 11 of Coyote Run's 18 holes.
Pineapple Dance offers dance and fitness classes to adults and teens in Zumba, Traditional Belly Dance, Hip Hop, West African and more. Movement to music has been a vehicle for celebration and connection in ethnic cultures across the globe and history. The studio is available for rent, rehearsals and or meetings. Special group classes with any of our instructors are available.
CITY:Forest Park
KidsWork is an interactive educational experience for ages 0-8. Two floors of exhibits including a theater, art room, tot spot, pet vet, dino dig and more! Visit the KidsWork website for events, programming and new exhibits!
Open year round, SPG Green Garden Country Club is located in Frankfort Illinois, just a 45-minute drive southwest from downtown Chicago. Our proximity to the Greater Chicagoland area makes SPG Green Garden Country Club ideal for both general play and outings of all kinds. The attraction of rolling terrain, a tranquil setting, and clean country fresh air will make your next round of golf with us a most pleasurable experience.
Year-round sports complex with 3 ice surfaces, full-service pro shop, full-service fitness club, and on-site restaurant. Also home of The Chicago Freeze Junior A Hockey Team.
This 18-hole championship golf course, featuring wildflowers and elevated tees, offers spectacular views of the Fox Valley region.
Galena Cellars Winery & Tasting Room
You're in good company. Experience the charm of Galena in suburban Geneva. The newest addition to the Galena Cellars Family, the Geneva Wine Tasting Room & Gift Shop hosts a beautiful oak bar in a light, airy setting. In the warmer months, enjoy live music with wine and cheese on the outdoor patio. Sit. Swirl. Sip & Savor. Relax on our beautiful Wine Patio after shopping Geneva's historic district.
A tranquil oasis where history melds with nature and design. This historic garden affords the opportunity to experience the uniqueness of Japanese gardening and enjoy a moment of harmony with nature.
Featuring plenty of "breathing room" between holes, and given its appeal to a broad spectrum of golfing abilities, Tanna Farms is a fabulous outing venue. Combine great golf and a beautiful natural atmosphere with the award-winning onsite restaurant T.F. Boonie's and The Pavilion, a three-season venue that accommodates up to 200, and this is an unparalleled choice for your next event.
DuPage's premier wildlife rehabilitation and educational facility. Over 90 species of injured native wild animals are on exhibit. Open daily. Donations encouraged.
CITY:Glen Ellyn
Holes & Knolls Miniature Golf Course & Clubhouse
The perfect setting for business & pleasure. Holes & Knolls features two 18-hole miniature golf courses and a clubhouse in a 25-acre park setting. The course design incorporates cascading waterfalls & streams. The clubhouse is available for rent.
CITY:Glen Ellyn
Discover 300+ acres of fun: splash park, outdoor swimming, mini golf, tennis, sand volleyball, bocce ball, horseshoes, ice skating, fitness center, playgrounds, athletic fields, banquet facilities, special events and year-round programs for all ages!
CITY:Glen Ellyn
Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center
88,000 sq. ft. multi-use facility: 40-yd. x 40-yd. indoor turf field; 3 basketball courts with wood floors; rock-climbing; Bulls/White Sox Training Academy batting cages; multi-lane running track; multi-purpose rooms; 7,000 sq. ft. fitness center.
CITY:Glen Ellyn
The Village Links of Glen Ellyn is a resort-quality, golf-and-fine-dining facility owned and operated by The Village of Glen Ellyn. We're open to the public and offer membership options..
CITY:Glen Ellyn
18-hole public golf course and golf shop. Restaurant open for lunch daily; Wednesday, Thursday and Friday for dinner. Meeting rooms and banquet facilities for up to 250.
CITY:Glendale Heights
Plays host to community festivals in Hanover Park.
CITY:Hanover Park
Hickory Hills Golf Club year round. Our facilities feature Two prestigious courses set inside a lush terrain. Our Executive North Course contains 9 expertly crafted holes sure to entertain Beginners and Pro's alike. Our championship 18 hole south course will delight Thrill seekers with challenging terrain and obstacles.
CITY:Hickory Hills
Located in the Chicago suburb of Hillside, Illinois, Fresh Meadow is an affordable 18-hole daily fee facility located approximately 20 minutes from downtown Chicago. We are convenient to almost every major freeway artery, and boast one of the best locations in the Western Suburbs. Fresh Meadow is known for offering a fun round of golf, greens that always roll true, great rates & specials, and a friendly staff. No matter what your skill level, Fresh Meadow Golf Club has a good time awaiting golfers of every skill level.
Hinsdale Parks & Recreation Department
Over 600 programs are offered by the Hinsdale Parks & Rec Dept. annually. The year round activities are designed to meet the leisure interests of residents and visitors. Community special events and outdoor summer concerts are also organized annually.
Beverly Lake Forest Preserve Trail is perfect for hiking and biking. The five mile out and back trail located near Dundee that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
CITY:Hoffman Estates
Bridges of Poplar Creek Country Club
The 18-hole "Poplar Creek" course at the Bridges of Poplar Creek Country Club facility in Hoffman Estates, Illinois features 6,108 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 70 . The course rating is 70.2 and it has a slope rating of 126 on Blue grass.
CITY:Hoffman Estates
Highland Woods is located on the highest point in Cook County and is Forest Preserve Golf's northwest suburban championship course. A challenging course, Highland Woods generous fairways are countered by 52 sand traps strategically placed throughout its rolling hills and tree-lined fairways. The course offers three sets of tees with water coming into play on six of the 18 holes. Highland Woods also features a lighted driving range with 48 hitting stalls and an on staff PGA professional.
CITY:Hoffman Estates
Precise shot-making and proper club selection is required. Some holes at Hilldale Golf Course favor a fairway wood or long iron from the tee. Several holes also require positioning your shots for better angles to the green affording plenty of risk and reward opportunities to keep the gamblers happy. Hilldale is known for its great conditions and as "the best greens in the burbs."
CITY:Hoffman Estates
Our Farm Stand is a collection of produce grown in our field, our greenhouses and the best produce that other local farms have to offer. Garden Patch Farms is a playground for visitors that like to pick all of their own produce. In season, we offer a variety of items to pick on our farm.
CITY:Homer Glen
Itasca Caribbean Theme Waterpark
Features a new zero-depth entry main pool with 6-lanes attached, new separate diving well with drop slide, and high and low diving boards, 185-foot waterslide, separate zero-depth interactive play pools, and more. Call today for birthday party package information.
Eaglewood Resort & Spa offers a luxurious retreat whether you arrive for a conference or relaxing getaway. The architecturally stunning resort, constructed in Frank Lloyd Wright- influence Prairie-style architecture, features upscale hotel accomodations, luxurious amenities, sophisticated technology, and a myriad of recreational options.
Itasca Country Club is rich in tradition and offers a cost-effective solution for golf outings, corporate entertaining and special events in a picturesque setting. Enjoy beautiful surroundings, spectacular views, and the service of a fine country club-for your wedding reception or other banquet event. Amidst the elegant grounds and facilities, our skilled professional staff will put you at ease and ensure your special occasion is unforgettable.
The Itasca Park District provides education and year-round recreation for constructive and enjoyable leisure time experiences. Come out and enjoy Itasca's award-winning waterpark, nature center, fitness facility and many community parks.
Hamilton Lakes is home to the area's largest fireworks display synced to music as well as an annual Scottish Festival & Highland Games. The lakes also offers several fields good for soccer tournaments and other outdoor activities.
The present Springbrook facilities includes a barn-styled building with a classroom, open area with activities, a large aquarium and restrooms. The land includes 2 miles of trails that are open year-round. Whether you are walking through a tunnel of prairie grasses or standing four feet above a cattail marsh on the 700 foot long boardwalk, the sights will take you back to the days of the explorers. Along your walk you'll discover a flowing brook, shady woods, flower-filled meadows and prairies, and marshes thick with cattails and ancient willows.
Railroad-themed, outdoor water park featuring a 6 person racing slide, body slides, tube slides, lazy river and zero depth pool.
Bird Haven Greenhouse and Conservatory
Lord and Burnham designed this historic greenhouse featuring a tropical house, cacti room, show house and outdoor gardens.
Forest Preserve District of Will County
Biking and running trails, bird watching, camping, cross-country skiing, sledding, outdoor ice skating, canoeing and rafting and fishing. The district office provides all information on preserves and issues picnic permits.
A 143-acre extreme sports park featuring paintball, mountain bike trails, skate park and monthly airsoft games. Available for open or private play year round. Visit www.cpxsports.com or call 815/726-2800 for more info.
Twelve-acre RV resort. Good Sam club.
Open public skating. Skate rental and concessions.
RV, camper and car parking during major races at Chicagoland speedway and at Rte. 66 Raceway.
Overnight and long-term RV parking.
Opened in 1921, Woodruff is a sporty course with hilly terrain and a clubhouse. The 18-hole "Woodruff" course at the Woodruff Golf Course facility in Joliet, Illinois features 5,424 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 68 . The course rating is 66.1 and it has a slope rating of 113 on Blue grass.
This 18-hole golf course is known for its hilly terrain, and features a bar and clubhouse.


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St. Paul's Letter to the Romans 16:17-24
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Psalm 103.4,1
Who makes his angels spirits and his ministers a flame of fire
Verse: Bless the Lord, O my soul. O Lord my God you are very great.
BRETHREN, I appeal to you to take note of those who create dissensions and difficulties, in opposition to the doctrine which you have been taught; avoid them. For such persons do not serve our Lord Christ, but their own appetites, and by fair and flattering words they deceive the hearts of the simple-minded. For while your obedience is known to all, so that I rejoice over you, I would have you wise as to what is good and guileless as to what is evil; then the God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. Timothy, my fellow worker, greets you; so do Lucius and Jason and Sosipater, my kinsmen. I Tertius, the writer of this letter, greet you in the Lord. Gaius, who is host to me and to the whole church, greets you. Erastos, the city treasurer, and our brother Quartus, greet you. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen.
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Today's recipe features blue cheese. A marvelously tart and salty member of the cheese family. Blue cheese needs to be aged in a temperature and humidity controlled environment, cheese makers have found that caves best serve this purpose. So some of the finest Blue Cheese makers in the world own and operate their own aging caves. For those who do not have caves readily available they control the temperature and humidity in their own aging rooms.
There are many blue cheeses and sometimes they come under different names such as Gorgonzola, Roquefort and Blue Stilton. In Europe many blue cheeses carry a designation of origin emblem. Such a designation guarantees the consumer certain consistent high standards in cheese making. These cheeses are in high demand in Europe and the United States.
Typically blue cheese will be found on top of some of the juiciest and tastiest steaks. The finest steak houses in the country always offer a blue cheese crusted sirloin or a side dish of a blue cheese sauce. The salty tartness of the blue cheese exquisitely complements the rich beefy flavor of the steaks.
But today we're going to be making a blue cheese sauce and pouring it over potato chips. This may sound odd but the combination is a winner. The recipe below calls for store-bought chips, however, I highly recommend that you make your own. The finished dish will be oh so much better.
Blue Cheese Potato Chip NachosServes 4
1 1/2 cups high quality crumbled blue cheese or Gorgonzola1 1/4 cups heavy cream salt to taste, be careful as the cheeses already salty and so are the chips1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper4 + cups potato chips1/4 cup chopped chives, for garnish (may substitute minced green onion)
Add the blue cheese, black pepper and cream to a small pot and gently warm until the blue cheese is completely melted. Simmer over medium low heat until the sauce thickens and reduces by about one quarter. Taste and add salt if you feel it necessary.
Place the potato chips on a baking sheet and put them in a 350Ḟ oven for 6 to 8 minutes. When chips are hot remove from oven and pile them high on your serving platter. Pour over your blue cheese sauce and garnish with the chives.
I know you and your guests will love this, enjoy.
You can also serve this with your grilled steak.


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Despite sluggish retail sales, Panasonic has moved to take on LG and Samsung in what is shaping up to be a bruising smart TV battle with retailers being urged to retain margin in a new generation of TVs; a move that could push up costs of the next generation of TV.
Panasonic, who today launched 23 new TV models founded on Plasma and LED LCD technologies, is set to fight the battle on design, screen quality and content.
Steve Rust, the CEO of Panasonic Australia, said "conditions in the TV market are tough. What we are delivering is superior TV technology and the best Plasma TV in the world today. Retailers should not discount this technology out; especially in today's considered purchase market."
Great pride has been taken in making the new TV range network savvy, whether it comes to accessing a slew of content or "deeply integrating 3rd party products." As of today, Telstra's BigPond Movie service will be available on Panasonic's TVs, with QuickFlix expected for release on the 17th of April. Ben Kinealy, Director of IPTV, T-Box, Pay TV and Video at Telstra claims the service will work better on a Panasonic TV than its rivals.
"The new Panasonic TVs deliver BigPond movie service significantly quicker than both LG and Samsung smart TVs. We achieved this by working with Panasonic engineers to place the application software directly onto an embedded chipset inside the Panasonic TV.
"This, coupled with our Widevine technology is allowing us to download movies almost instantly to a Panasonic TV."
Joining its Video On Demand capabilities is Panasonic's Viera Connect which, according to the company, "allows an infinite number of apps," which can be organised through intelligible multitasking so that users can access information while simultaneously watching TV. Dressed in aesthetic animations, the TVs can manage a skype call or generate a real-time Twitter feed while watching TV.
People using an Apple iPhone/iPad or a Google Android device will benefit from free applications, bringing remote control to their existing smartphones, and allowing them to 'flick' multimedia from the device onto the TV's screen.
The company remains adamant Plasma technology is relevant despite other manufacturers investing elsewhere. Panasonic's 10 new NeoPlasma sets will span between 50 to 65 inches, with the top of the range VT50 and ST50 series featuring "panels with 2500Hz focus field drive to produce the best moving picture quality." The VT50 is capable of 24,576 steps of gradation capable of discerning subtle brightness variations, rich colours and incremental differences in black tones.
Their smaller televisions will make use of LED LCD technology and will range 13 TVs spanning from 24 to 55 inches. Of the 13, 12 models will use Panasonics IPS (In Plane Switching) LED technology which consumes 25% less energy compared to the models before it.
Richard Tassone, Panasonic's General Marketing Manager, believes Panasonic is leading the market with its new TV new range.
"Our new range is about display quality, network connectivity, content, and the connection of high quality AV and Blu-ray attach devices. We think we lead in this area and our new range today clearly demonstrates that we have an excellent offering."
"Unfortunately, several retailers still don't have fast connectivity in their stores and this is a problem. We are currently working with select retailers to deliver a good connected TV experience."
Read: New Panasonic OZ TVs Among The Best In The World
Several models in the new range will make it to the market by April; however, their top of the range sets won't be available till June.
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Find data below on outstanding consumer credit from 1975 through 2007. The amounts below are in billions of dollars
1. Covers most short- and intermediate-term credit extended to individuals, excluding loans secured by real estate.
2. Outstanding balances of pools on which securities have been issued; these balances are no longer carried on the balance sheets of the loan originators. n.a. = not available.
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