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Women's Night Out for Breast Cancer
Lexington Medical Center will host its annual Women's Night Out on Tuesday, October 11, 2011 at the Embassy Suites hotel on Greystone Boulevard in Columbia. The event recognizes October as breast cancer awareness month and honors cancer survivors and their families. More than 500 people attend each year.
The event features a silent auction, physician exhibits, makeup demonstrations, signature cocktail, fashion show by Belk featuring breast cancer survivors, and a dinner and talk with a keynote speaker. This year's speaker is Emory Austin, a 20-year breast cancer survivor who will deliver a motivational speech about how her scary and unexpected cancer diagnosis became a great teacher and brought renewed purpose, balance and priorities to her life and the lives of others.
Proceeds from Women's Night Out benefit the Crystal Smith Fund, a program through the Lexington Medical Center Foundation that helps women undergoing cancer treatment purchase needed supplies. Each year, Women's Night Out raises more than $25,000 for this important fund.
Tickets for Women's Night Out cost $35 each. Exhibits and the silent auction begin at 5:00 p.m. Dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. You can purchase tickets by calling 803-791-2445. You can also sponsor a table for a breast cancer survivor.


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Field relations, petrology, and tectonic setting of mafic rocks in the northwestern Aspy terrane, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada
Barr, Sandra
Acadia University
Master of Science
Earth & Environmental Sciences
Geological mapping, U-Pb (zircon) dating, and petrographic and geochemical studies in the Chéticamp area of the northwestern Cape Breton Highlands have demonstrated that mafic rocks there include five different components: (1) variably metamorphosed and deformed dioritic (and tonalitic) rocks of the Ordovician Georges Brook and South Branch Corney Brook plutons emplaced in a continental margin subduction zone; (2) gabbroic (to dioritic rocks) of the bimodal ca. 372 Ma Salmon Pool pluton; (3) metamorphosed basaltic rocks of the mid-to Late Cambrian Faribault Brook Formation that likely formed in a back-arc setting; (4) metagabbroic rocks intruded into the Faribault Brook Formation; and (5) amphibolitic rocks of mid-Silurian age intruded into pelitic, psammitic, and orthogneissic rocks of the Pleasant Bay Complex. Chemical similarity of the metagabbroic rocks in the Faribault Brook Formation to the higher-grade amphibolite in the Pleasant Bay Complex suggests that these mafic rocks may be related and formed in a mid-Silurian rifted arc. The mafic rocks lack the anomalous depletion in the light rare-earth elements (REE), Nb, Hf, and Ta that characterizes mafic metavolcanic rocks in the Faribault Brook Formation. The original contact between the Pleasant Bay Complex and Faribault Brook Formation is obscured by the Western Highlands shear zone and the ca. 373 Ma. Salmon Pool pluton. Gabbroic and dioritic rocks in the Salmon Pool pluton have similar chemical characteristics to the basaltic rocks of the Fisset Brook Formation, and both plutonic and volcanic rocks were emplaced in a post-tectonic extensional setting. The documentation of arc-related Cambrian and Ordovician rocks strengthens the evidence of correlation of the Aspy terrane with the Exploits terrane of Newfoundland and New Brunswick.
The author grants permission to the University Librarian at Acadia University to reproduce, loan or distribute copies of my thesis in microform, paper or electronic formats on a non-profit basis. The author retains the copyright of the thesis.

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Moving to AEM Forms: It's Easier Than You Think
dobe is well known for our PDF forms capabilities and the LiveCycle platform that has made it possible to deliver and integrate enterprise document solutions with our customers' back-end systems. While PDF form capabilities and LiveCycle have matured, many organizations find themselves facing new challenges, serving an increasingly mobile and Web-centric world. Consumers, citizens, and patients expect the same engaging experience in their business transactions that they enjoy in their day-to-day e-commerce Web interactions.


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Prince Announces Residency in the Windy City
Prince is coming to the Windy City, and there's no telling how long he's staying. The Purple One announced an upcoming residency at the United Center in Chicago starting on Sept. 24, but so far no additional dates have been confirmed.
The artist announced in a press release (via Idolator) that the shows will be called 'Welcome 2 Chicago.' A commercial for the tour notes that Prince will play all his hits and promises "a different experience every night." Presumably, additional shows will be rolled out once the first concert sells out. The dates will support Rebuild The Dream, an organization that helps low-income communities.
Tickets for the opening night go on sale at Live Nation on Sept. 6 at 10 a.m. When Prince played a 21-date residency in Los Angeles last year, most tickets were just $25, but this time prices start at $49.50, with the most expensive seats going for $149.50. Prince will perform in the round with a stage shaped like "The Love Symbol," the unpronounceable icon the singer used as his name for a period during the '90s when he was referred to as the Artist Formerly Known as Prince.
Fans can probably expect a surprise cameo or two during the residency. Prince has taken to inviting guests on stage during shows in recent years, including Gwen Stefani during his L.A. run and Kanye West in Sweden.
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Patient Forms
Wonderful staff! Very professional. All together a great experience and would highly recommend them to others.
Dr. Freemon and his staff are phenomenal! Been a patient since I was a teen and they are always fabulous and gentle and kind!! Always recommend him!! Thank you Dr. Freemon and staff, for making each visit pleasant! 😃
I have been a patient if Dr. Freemon's since he began practicing. He and his staff are caring and I trust them completely. You will not find a better dentist. His staff is wonderful!!
Wonderful dental office!!! Caring, personal and very knowledgeable staff and both Doctors Freemon and Witt are very dedicated to your well being in every aspect. I ve been a patient there over 20 years.
Always great experience. Everyone is so kind and caring! Would not go to any other dentist!
First time there. Felt at home. Good service and friendly
An awesome professional group of people that have caring hands for your dental needs Don't know why everyone Doesn't go here. 😀
I appreciate the extra steps they are taking to keep patients and staff safe during the pandemic. I received the same great care as always. Everyone is so nice and pleasant.
July 23, 2019 Dr. John Freemon is a fine dentist. He and his team have taken care of our families dental needs for many years. We see the dentist every 6 months and it is always a pleasant experience. The same people are still working with Dr. Freemon. That says a lot about the working environment. Thank You All, Melody Z.
I am so happy I found Dr. Freemon! Going to the dentist has changed for me after finding him! Nice office and very friendly staff! I almost feel like I am home when am there I am so comfortable and excited to see the staff!
Been going to Dr. Freemon for 20 years and have always gotten A+ service. Wouldn't go anywhere else.
So pleased with Dr Freemon + staff! They are so welcoming and put my mind at ease during both my appointments. They are taking all the right safety precautions during Covid-19, made me feel comfortable, and most importantly, i'm very confident i'll be pleased once my veneers are finished. Best dental experience ever.
Great service we had for teeth cleaning & annual dental exam. Dr. Freemon has an excellent patient side manor & His staff is experienced long-term &very compassionate. Highly recommended.
First appointment, thought I was just going in and they'd take a few X-rays & come up with a plan for my broken tooth -- I walked out with a temporary crown. Unexpected and much appreciated. Everyone here was great, bonus for Covid safety measures they have in place.
Thank you for all you did for me today. This was My first visit and was very apprehensive about it. I do not have good experiences with dentists. The staff was very welcoming and made me feel at ease. They assisted me with different payment options which I greatly appreciate! Thank you again.
As always these guys do a wonderful job, and then some. Any concerns I have, however small are addressed, so that I come away feeling informed. A rare thing - they listen :)
Sunday evening i had a tooth chip off on the back/side of a tooth, one up front, every dentist i called said they were almost 3 weeks out on being seen, they squeezed me in and got me all fixed up. Definitly recomend using them, i will be hoing back again!
The best by far!!!! Caring staff, skilled physician and family atmosphere. Makes going to the dentist a pleasant experience!
Extremely professional, friendly and caring.
Such a friendly and trusting atmosphere.
Always Wonderful. The best dentist and staff around.
I always have a great experience with Dr. Freemon and all his staff/assistants. I called in the morning and they fit me in the same day because I was in pain. x-ray, prescription and oral surgeon referral, and I was on my way. I trust Dr. Freemon's diagnosis. I've been seeing him for years and he's been wonderful to me. Lynne Fox
Dr. Freemon & his dental staff, Jill, Rose, and Virginia created a great experience. I was a new patient and felt comfortable with the newly established Coronavirus requirements. I will be back for my 6 month appt.
I've been going here since I was a kid. Never once have I had a problem, well over 20 years of service and I'm always happy to come in. They've taken great steps into taking care of their patients with the pandemic going on. Rosie is my favorite hygienist and Dr. Freeman is always very informative and professional.
Great office. Friendly and knowledgeable staff
I had an issue with my bridge this morning, it became quite loose. I called Dr. Fremont's office and they worked me in the same morning! I love this group and do not plan on changing Dentists..Ever!! Everyone from the person on the front desk to the back office, including the dental assistance, dental hygienist, And of course Dr. Fremont are experts their field!
Always awesome! Best hygienic precautions with Covid-19, and same great attention to patient care and comfort. ❤
The staff was very kind and helpful. Dr. Freemon was very informative and gentle putting in a new crown on my painful cracked tooth. I would definitely recommend him for your family dentist.
I felt very safe and I cannot think of one single precaution that was not in place.
I've been going to Dr. Freeman's practice for over 10 years. Great staff. I've only been for cleanings and recently had to have a filling replaced from 40 years ago... Follow up 5/20/2020. The procedures they have put in place for dealing with social distancing seemed sufficient. I'm not an expert, but I felt a bit like E.T. while I was having my teeth cleaned.
Dr. Freemon is always willing to work me in when I have a dental emergency. That's one reason I'm willing to drive one hour (in good traffic) to his office! I was just there today (during the Covid scare), and I was totally impressed with the cautions they were talking to prevent any virus coming in or being transmitted.
The very best doctor,staff, and attitude.. Pleasure to visit.
I was reluctant to go visit any place with this COVID-19 situation, but this visit made me feel extremely safe. The extra safety care they toke to handle their patients was amazing. Their staff are very friendly and you get professional service too.
Dr. Freemon and his staff are wonderful. They really care about their patients and are always punctual. Highly recommend.
I've been a patient for over 20 years and I've always been greeted like a friend coming in. All the staff is friendly but also professional. Dr. Freemon has always done A plus work with my dental needs.
Friendly staff, excellent care!
The entire office was very welcoming. They made me feel very comfortable I highly recommend Dr Freemon
Always a good experience. Friendly staff, comfortable environment. My family has trusted Dr. Freemon for years.
Got me in the day after I called about a hole in my tooth, very efficient and comfortable atmosphere. I'm looking forward to my cleaning in March.
Great dentist and staff! My wife and I have both had some pretty difficult dental problems and Dr. Freemon and his staff have been excellent ever step of the way.
I researched this doctor before I made my decision to change practices. I couldn't believe all the amazing reviews I read so I decided to see for myself if they were true. I'm happy to report that they are. This practice welcomed me very warmly and made me feel like I was part of their family. The hygienist was very thorough in cleaning my teeth, offering suggestions without being judgmental. Then the real test came when I had to have some work done. Not only did they get me in quickly but Dr Freemon was painless and done a great job. Needless to say, I have found my new "home". The reviews are correct and this practice is one you will not find anywhere else. I love this group and encourage you if you are looking for a new practice to give them a try. I promise you will not be disappointed.
Very professional. They put you at ease and maximize their time with you. Makes regular visits something to look forward to instead of dreading. Michael Cumbie
Super nice staff and Dr. Freeman was very professional.
Excellent friendly service. Have sent family & friends to Dr Freemon.
Thank you so much to the staff for working a family member in EVERY time I have called! I wasn't even a patient myself until today, but the reason I am now is simple- the patients are their priority and that is hard to come by! LOVE LOVE LOVE! Thank you so much!
I can not express how amazingly awesome this dental establishment is! I walked in the doors 2 years ago , shaking, and in tears. I had numerous, horrific dental experiences in the past that caused me to have a deep rooted fear and hatred of dentists. Doctor Freemon and his entire staff turned it all around. Now I'm their star patient and actually look forward to going to the dentist. I know they will do anything possible to ensure I'm calm and comfortable before beginning any procedure. They are the most caring and non-intimidating group of professionals you could wish for!
Today was my first visit to Dr. Freeman's office and I cannot emphasize enough how pleasant of an experience it was for me. I was greeted by a woman named DeLynn who was so kind, then a wonderful woman named Debo brought me to the back and examined me along with another woman, whose name I didn't get, helping out with the x-rays. After my x-rays were done Dr. Freeman came and visited me and we went over a plan for the future. Then finally a sweet woman named Tonya came to help me with the financials. This has been one of if not the best experiences I've had at a dentist in my adult life. I immediately felt welcomed and each person I mentioned went above and beyond to help me and ease my built up anxiety that I have going to the dentist. Debo even gave me a stress ball to squeeze if I was anxious. It was truly a life changing visit. I would drive an hour to come here over any other dentist just because of the warm and welcoming environment. I will be suggesting this office to anyone who needs it. If you have anxiety at the dentist like myself I would one hundred percent recommend this place. I look forward to going back, and I don't think I've ever said that about a dentist office.
Love this dentist & all his employees. Warm, caring, patient folks!
Always great! Fun people and actually enjoy going twice per year! Something to say about a dentist, hygienist and staff, huh?
Very friendly and professional. Didn't have to wait to get into my appointment. Best professional staff I have ever done business with.
Best dentist and staff ever!
Pleasant experience at a fair price. Will be visiting again for sure.
Dr. Freemon and staff are super friendly and make you comfortable no matter what.
Great experience, been going for over 20 years, staff is great!
Rosie is awesome. She does a really good job cleaning my teeth. She is a joy to be with. The rest of the staff are just perfect.
Staff is always wonderful and sensitive to my need . Dr. Freemon is great! I highly recommend this team!
I was a new patient with a tooth ache. Dr Freemon saw me right away for a same day appointment. All of the staff was very nice and comforting. I will be back to use them for regular cleanings etc. thank you all
Office staff was very welcoming and friendly. Hygienist Rosie was very good and helpful. Dr. Freeman reviewed xrays with me and examined teeth. Would highly recommend this practice.
Awesome visit today. Friendly and efficient staff.
Doctor Freemon is honestly the best! Rose has been cleaning my teeth and the rest of my family for 30 years! I love the whole staff they are like family! I recommend highly if you want a experienced, honest, and professional staff.
I changed dentists for convenience. My previous one was too far away. A friend suggested Dr Freemon; she's gone to him for years. His busy office is filled with kind, professional people. My cleaning was thorough and painless and Dr Freemon's exam was quick and easy. He will definitely be my new dentist.
Love our new dental group! Everyone there is friendly and no suggestions of unnecessary work. Highly recommend!
Dr. Freemon and his staff are extremely caring and knowledgeable. You will be treated right coming here. Highly recommend!!
Outstanding staff. Very nice place to go.
We have been with Dr Freemon for years. Everyone is friendly. They know me by name and ask about my family each time I am there. The cleanings are always gentle and thorough. I highly recommend this practice.
I'm so grateful that I found this office! Great experience from the time I walk in throughout the entire appointment!! Everyone is so friend and very professional! Dr. Freemon is an honest man not trying to just nickel and dime you!! Thank you all for being so awesome!!
First class care
Rosie does a great job and makes everyone feel comfortable. Missed Tonya being there today!
I was a first time patient of Dr. Freemon, it was a great experience! I enjoyed being at the dentist, everyone was so nice. The staff was friendly, professional, and efficient. I highly recommend this place if you are looking for a new dentist. I am so happy that I chose to come here, and I can't wait for my next appointment.
Dr Freeman and his staff was wonderful! First visit & it was for broken tooth. I have already made a return visit appointment. They made me feel like I had been coming there for years. Could not ask for a better experience. Thank you Tonya and staff for everything!!
As normal all was excellent during my visit. I always get great feedback, suggestions and encouragement for maintaining healthy teeth and gums. Thank you for at least 15 years of great service!
From entry to exit, the entire staff was extremely receptive, polite, knowledgeable and patient. I will continue my follow up appointments and any other dental concerns with Dr Freemon. It is a blessing to have confidence in dental service that exceeded my expectations.
I can not rave enough about this fine dentist office. They have the most friendliness staff including my hygienist and honest dentist that you can find in this area. I have jumped from dentist to dentist in this area due to other offices trying to charge me for procedures that were not needed. They also have a program for individuals and families who have no dental insurance. The office sends you friendly reminders via text/email which I love so I don't forget. For once, I don't mind going to the dentist and don't have to be worried about spending money on procedures I do not need. They truly care about their patients. Highly recommended!!!
All the ladies were very helpfull with question and concerns I had. The atmosphere was relaxed and you could tell all the people that work there were more friends than co workers the office was so nice and cheerful . Also professional with all aspects of my visit. A wonderful experience from start to finish. They truly care about you as a patient and as a person.
My wife Beverly lost a veneer while eating out. She called Dr Freemon's office in a panic. They were very gracious working her in within an hour which made her day! Great Dentist, Great Staff!
I am so glad my friend referred me to Dr Freemon!!! He and the entire staff make every effort to make me comfortable and at ease. That is very important to me as a patient.
If anyone is looking for a dentist, our family has found an amazing one! There is nothing I dread more than a trip to the dentist... I get laughing gas to get my teeth cleaned! 😬 So my husband was our guinea pig! He came back giving the thumbs up, so I made an appointment for my son and I. I have never felt more comfortable in a dentist office than this... Even my seven year old didn't complain! The ladies were likely some of the nicest I've met and Dr Freemon was thorough without pushing unnecessary procedures. Grateful to have found a dentist our entire family can see and everyone leaves happy!
I have been a patient of Dr. Freemon since I was 5 years old. Now my husband and two children go to him as well. We are always greeted by a smiling face and receive top notch care by all in the office.
Best dentist and staff anywhere. They are very kind, patient and understanding of your needs and concerns. We wouldn't go anywhere else!
We have been going to Dr. Freemon for over 20 yrs. He and his entire staff have always provided our family with the best dental care and treated us like family. This week I asked Dr. Freemon to look at my granddaughter's teeth , and he & his entire staff were so kind and gentle with her. When we left, my granddaughter said that going to the dentist was fun!
Dr. Freemon and staff are very professional and accommodating . I enjoy my visits and look forward to bi-yearly cleanings. The staff is very friendly and helpful with appointments and insurance issues. Dr. Freemon is understanding and up on all modern dental techniques. I highly recommend him to everyone interested in a reliable and trusted dental practice. Thank you, Carol Padgett
Excellent and promt service!!!
Nice friendly people that take care of you. I would recommend to anyone. It's a small practice with a family feel. My entire family has been going for years.
Such a nice group. Everyone wants to make sure you are comfortable.
I've been coming to see Dr Freemon for over 10 years, I couldn't imagine going anywhere else. Everyone in the office is very warm and caring towards each patient. Would highly recommend!!
Very professional and hygienic. Awesome technology and equipment. Incredibly friendly staff that go above and beyond to help the patients. Dr Freemon is very knowledgeable and friendly. Best dentist I've ever been to.
We love Dr. Freemon and all their staff! My 6 year old would barely let them look in her mouth a year ago. So she was hesitant going today. They were so great with her and she left in BIG smiles♡♡♡ Our family of 5 loves them!
Dr Freemon and the entire staff are always welcoming. Take care of you for any last minute issues. I have been going there for years and have always had the best of care! Would highly recommend!!
Dr. Freemon is a wonderful dentist and his office staff is very caring. I had not been to see him in a few years, and a crown he had placed had started to bother me. His office staff was very friendly and got me in right away. He took x-rays, and he was very honest in his assessment of the situation and my different options. When I left, his office did not even charge me for the visit. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking dental care.
Awesome service, very fast and efficient!
I called about extreme pain I was having. They fit me in right away and then helped me get to a oral surgeon that day! I cannot be more thankful to this practice! I would rate 10 stars if I could. They truly care about you.
Been a patient for 30 plus years. Nothing more need be said.
The staff is excellent. Friendly and quick, they moved me through my normal exam in record time with very little waiting. It is the kind of "no fuss" service that I like. Their phone and text reminders are super helpful for me.
Love my dentist & dental hygienist! Can't believe I'm saying this but I look forward to going to my checkups. The fact that I am part of a plan that makes my visit cost $0 that day makes it even better! No financial burden. Bravo, Dr. Freemon and Rosie!
Great staff, very personable and I feel like I've found my forever Dentist!
This was my first visit to Dr. Freeman's office and I was extremely impressed. Everyone of their staff could not do enough for me and were extremely professional and comprehensive. Pricing for all procedures we're not only fair but we're extremely reasonable compared to other dentists that I have gone to. Dr. Freeman only recommended the work that needed to be done without adding unnecessary procedures. Very, very, professional office.
I absolutely hated visiting the dentist. This place is outstanding. They explain everything and take time to make sure you are taken care of.
Wonderful and knowledgeable staff
The staff got me in quickly while I was having painful gums. They checked me and found no issues. So they didn't charge me for the visit. Thanks Dr Freemon!!
As always Your team is the best !
Excellent dentist and staff
Staff are all kind and caring! Very time efficient and throrough!
First time patient of Dr.Freemon Wonderful trip to the dentist. Very friendly team of assistants who make sure you are comfortable. I HIGHLY recommend this dentist. Had a crown installed after a implant. The dentist made the crown and installed the same visit. Very high quality Thank you so much. Peter Franks
Love my dentist! Never have waited longer than 30 minutes to be seen. Previous dentists I have waited longer than an hour. I love how I always have the same hygienist.
Great Job!!
Great experience with this dentist office! They are great people!
I broke my tooth, and I scheduled an appointment with Dr. Freemon. I was able to schedule an appointment right away. While repairing my tooth, a second tooth was identified as broken...and needed to be repaired right away. Instead of coming back for another appointment...Dr. Freemon and his team were able to work me in the same day. Great service!!'
Excellent service!
What makes a good dentist office? The people who work in the office. From the moment you walk in the door, you are greeted by your name and a smile. Everyone is friendly and seem happy at their job. My hygenist, Virginia, is the best! I been going to Dr. Freemon's office for years and would highly recommend them to anyone.
Great staff...great dentist. Doesn't try to push cosmetic dentistry on you, but has it available if you need/want it. Not a lot of waiting around. Great experience.
Wonderful atmosphere. Professional yet feels like home. Recommended by my oral surgeon and he couldn't have picked a better office for me!
Have visited the practice multiple times Excellent experience with a very highly trained hygenist. Also offers multiple options for payment flexibility.
My words cannot express how thankful I am for Dr. Freemon and his staff. They took me in based on my husbands recommendation and solved my problem within a few minutes. I was leaving town and had already been to an emergency room in another state and they solved the problem just like that. I look forward to seeing them soon so that I can complete my treatment and get myself back on track. After 30 years I'm not seeing a dentist because of things that happened in my past they make made me feel at home and comfortable and took care of all my fears I look forward to seeing them again.once again I am thankful for this staff and cannot recommend it enough . Thank you so much, Tonya Coursey
Most awesome experience ever for a 1st time visit!
Dr. Freemon and his staff are beyond wonderful. My family will never change dentists, and he can never retire, ha ha.
Great Doc with awesome staff!!! They're professional, honest and caring. I've sent many family members, and we'll all continue to use Dr. Freemon for all of our dental needs.
if you don't have a smile on your face when your dentist comes in the room then you need to switch to MY dentist!! Dr Freeman is the best!!
Always a great experience!!
Love the staff! Everyone is always so nice and helpful. I've been a patient for 8 years and I recommend them every chance I get!
Dr. Freemon and his staff are the best in town. They treat you so well and make sure you are comfortable with the services being provided. Now that I'm retired, I joined Dr Freemon's Dental Club and the benefits are wonderful. I've been coming here for over 20 years and have never had a bad experience! I highly recommend them!
Dr Freemon and his staff make you feel at ease. They make a dentist visit as pleasant as it can be. They treat you like family.
I have had a tough time finding a dentist who seemed like they really care and aren't out for money or have the worst bedside manner I've ever seen, and after months of searching and many failed attempts I have found them!! The staff and dentist are amazing! I couldn't be happier!! Highly recommend A+++
So glad I found Dr. Freemon and Rose, super nice and make me feel very comfortable.
I won't go any where else. I live A hr plus away and Cause I can't go anywhere else.Great Dentists are hard to find. The staff is the BEST by far of any Dentististry I have ever been to. Please do yourself a favor and go meet Dr. Freemon and his crew trust me you won't regret it.
Awesome dentist and great staff. Dr. Freemon does excellent work. Have been going to him for years. Highly recomment
Top service and professionalism all the way around.
Dr Freemon and his staff are the greatest!
Great staff. They go above and beyond to help the patients. Dr. Freemon was professional and knowledgeable.
The staff was awesome as well as Dr Freemon! Great people all around!!!
No wait, compassionate Dentist, Dental Hygienist, Assistants and Office Personnel. Has been my personal dentist for 33 years and I wouldn't change a thing! Additionally, Debo is my personal Dental Angel! The comfort she provides for this scaredy cat is amazing.
Dr. Freemon and his staff are wonderful. I used to dread going to the dentist, but not any longer. I highly recommend them.
Dr Freemon always makes you feel comfortable & the staff is friendly, knowledgeable & efficient! Highly recommend
The staff is always awesome. They put their patients first!
Great service and value. Highly recommend Dr Freemon & staff!
I just started getting my teeth cleaned here. The staff is very friendly and professional. They all seem to want you to have the best experience possible which I did!They have state of the art equipment and everyone seems to have been here for a long time. That says something about the doctor ! I will be bringing the rest of my famiy here too!
Very lovely and friendly people! Highly recommended!
I have been going to Dr. Freemon for 30 years. He and his staff are awesome! They genuinely care about their patients and their well-being. If you don't have a "Dentist Home"....this is the place you need to make your home! I wouldn't go anywhere else!
Great staff, great Dentist!
I always have a great experience when arriving for my appointment. The office staff is great and Dr Freeman is the best dentist I have ever had, I never have any negative thoughts before going to the dentist. The technology available at the office makes appointments fast and thorough.
Dr. Freemon and his staff provide excellent dental care. They are warm and caring. They offer up to date information and services. I have recommended them to my friends and will continue to do so. I especially like service offered for crowns- it is made and installed in the same visit. Great dentist and staff!
Everyone is consistently friend land professional. I feel lucky to have found Dr Freemon and his staff!
Awesome people. They are super friendly and honest.
I've been a patient of Dr. Freemon's for 30+ years. He is the best! Great staff! A shout out to Rose who takes special care of me because of my TMJ. I would recommend Dr. Freemon!
I've gone to Dr. Freemon since I was a kid (now 30+ y/o adult). They've always treated me good, taken care of my teeth and always had a smile! Very professional and friendly staff.
I have been going to Dr. Freemon for years and I always leave feeling better than when i arrived. Can't say enough good things about this practice.
The staff is always courteous and answers all my questions.
I have always had anxiety about dentists. Dr Freemon and his staff took such good care of me that now I look forward to my next visit. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a great dentist.
Friendly well-trained staff with no wait!
Dr. John is the most gentle dentist I've ever been to. Highly recommend his services and same das crown!!
Most amazing dentist we have ever been to! Very quick friendly and honest! Nothing could have asked for a better dentist then Dr. Freemon!!!!
I have been a patient of Dr. Freemon's for many years. Our son comes here also and soon our daughters will join us. Personally, I have some dental anxiety but coming here is a breeze. Virginia is an excellent hygienist with a calming presence. She is very thorough each and every time. I don't ever want to go to anyone else. Dr. Freemon is exceptional. He is personable, kind and has a great smile. He is a very fair and honest dentist. We hope to be patients for many years to come.
I love Dr. Freemon and staff! Everyone is very polite and they have taken great care of me and my teeth. I haven't had a regular dentist in years but I have a regular one now that I've found Dr. Freemon's office.
I've been going to Dr. Freemon for 4 years now and have enjoyed every visit! The staff is friendly and personable and they are great at what they do! I highly recommend his office to anyone looking for a new dentist.
Great Staff, wonderful, caring dentist who listens to you and tries to create the best experience possible. Excellent in every way!
awesome staff and Dr. Freeman is one of the best dentist around. My kids love going there because everyone makes them feel very comfortable. I wouldn't go anywhere else!
Friendly, fun and professional
I have recommended these guys to my friends for years. If you can make it up to Woodstock or live in the area, I highly suggest Dr. Freemon and his team. One of the biggest benefits is the technology. No more waiting for a lab to create your crown and having to hope that the temporary crown does not crack or fall out. They do it right there in the shop with a porcelain sculpting machine. And it takes about 20 minutes to make. That is the crown! No rescheduling, no hassle.
Amazing staff and experience!!! Thanks Dr. Freemon
Excellent experience - very knowledge ble and patient friendly
My husband has been going to Dr. Freemon for over 20 years and loves him so I decided to give him a chance. The staff is friendly as soon as you walk in the door. I can't stand shots. I hate dentists who don't tell me what is going on and what they are about to do to my mouth. His staff let me know exactly what was going on and what my options were. When they were working in my mouth they constantly asked me if I was doing okay. Dr. Freemon concentrates on what he is doing and he's really efficient and is careful with your mouth. Debo, his assistant was so warm and nice. She made me feel at ease even when I complained about the X-ray equipment that was hard for me to use because my mouth is so small. Now, for the shot I was very nervous. He put one in the back on my mouth by my jaw. I felt hardly any pain at all, just pressure for about 5 seconds or so. As far as having shots goes it was the least painful I have ever had. The staff provided easy to work with payment options and I am going back the same day to have my teeth cleaned because they found an opening for me. My husband was completely right about Dr. Freemon and his staff. I will now be a customer for the next 20 years too.
Great experiences with dental care. Had an issue with an implant and Dr. Freemon checked it out and didn't charge me! WOW! Only complaint is that I didn't get a reminder this year for my 6 month checkup and the time just got away with me.
Always friendly and precise. great team!!
Wonderful experience! Professional atmosphere and services! Friendly, welcoming staff.
As always, I was treated with professionalism and with care. Truly a great experience.
Dr. Freemon's practice is wonderful, & the staff is extremely friendly and accommodating. The twice a year cleaning is extremely thorough. I had yellowed teeth for years due to medication. While having my teeth cleaned, I was introduced to Lumineers. There was no hard sell, it was truly my decision. What a change! It was the best decision I ever made. I smile more, and have more self confidence. Thank you Debo, Dr. Freemon, and Virginia!
No Pain is..................................good!
Wonderful experience, all staff members so kind and friendly. Would definitely recommend to friends and family. Thank you,
dr freemon and his staff are great -always friendly and professional-if you are looking for a dentist ,definitely visit their office in Woodstock ,ga. our family has been going there for years and we look forward to seeing them for years to come .
Wonderful, friendly staff and one of the best, most thorough cleanings I have ever had! Rose, the hygienist, was wonderful. I have found my family's new dental practice.
I've been going to Dr. Freemon's office for over 30 years. He is wonderful and I love the hygienists.
I have been a patient of Dr. Freeman for about 8 years. I must say that I have never had an unsatisfactory experience. The staff is professional and friendly. Dr. Freeman uses all the latest tech and his equipment is absolutely spotless. Dr. Freeman has provided me with a comprehensive Dental plan and has made it very clear to me. I would recommend his services to everyone.
awesome, love my dentist he is gentle to the biggest kid he has come into his office. thanks to him and his staff
PAINLESS !! Became a client of Dr. Freemon when my dentist of 20+ years retired. At first, I was apprehensive. That soon changed the moment I walked through the office door. The Front Office Staff is professional, but friendly. I was immediately at ease. My Technician is Virginia. Truly professional and caring. Our one-on-one relationship is superb. Dr. Freemon is attentive, knowledgeable, diligent, proactive, and whitty. His style is compassionate and easy-going. This is projected to every member of his staff. Always considerate of my dental health as well as what my insurance provider will cover. Can't ask for more.
Dr Freeman and his staff are the most gentle, caring and careful dental professionals I have ever had the pleasure to work with. His entire practice is one of excellence, and I cannot recommend them more highly.
Both dr freemon and staff are first class....all have positive attitudes!! Be on time for your appt /very little waiting time!
Dr. Freemon and his office are AWESOME! We have been patients since we moved to Cherokee County in 2001. Rose, Virginia, DeLynn, Dr. Freemon and the rest of the staff take excellent care of me and our family of 4, including our 2 elementary aged kids. Love our Dentist!
Love the staff! I can honestly say my teeth were cleaned the best they have ever been cleaned! A "Big Thanks to Virginia " for a job well done! 😃
I've been a long time patient of Dr. Freemon and now my young children go to him as well! I had been to other dentists in the past, but he's definitely the best. Great care, honest and genuine assesments, friendly staff and hygienists, and I wouldn't go anywhere else for my or my family's dental needs.
Dr. Freemon and his staff are great. I would highly recommend them for any of your dental needs. Everyone who works for Dr. Freemon are very friendly, but most important they are professional and do outstanding work.
We drive more than an hour to see Dr. Freemon. He is wonderful with all of us and fairly priced. We love our dentist and are thankful for his whole office!
What a wonderful experience! The receptionist who set up my appointment searched for coupons for my visit because I do not have dental insurance. Rosie, the hygienist, was incredible. She answered my questions, did a great job of cleaning my teeth & was super encouraging. Dr. Freemon was very personable. I felt like everyone at the dental office cared about their patients. Highly recommended!
Dr. Freemon and his staff are very knowledgeable and kind. My whole family enjoys them.
Dr. Freemon and his staff are wonderful. My son leaves there happy every time and that is not common for a 6 year old! They take the time to make sure he is not scared and he knows everything they are doing. Thanks Dr. Freemon & Staff!
Staff is always friendly and helpful. Dr. Freemon is great.
Dr. Freemon and his staff are wonderful. Everyone is friendly and professional. Dr. Freemon uses modern technology, is very caring and gentle. My family has been going there for years and we highly recommend Dr. Freemon.
It was fine. It is enjoyable to go to the dentist. I wish I had known John a long time ago.
Excellent staff and Dentist!!!
Hands down the best dentist I've ever had! I've been a patient for two year and have never had one bad experiences! I would highly recommend them to anyone seeking a fantastic dental office!
Doc does great work! Their very efficient, they get you in and out quickly and I got a great cleaning!
I have been coming to Dr. freeman for 30 years now! My immediate and some of my extended family are patients as well! They show the utmost care and concern with basic cleanings all the way to more intricate procedures! They really do define a "Family Dentistry"!
Being a complete coward when it comes to going to the dentist I have found the perfect dentist in Dr Freemon. Everyone on his staff take great pains to make my visits to their office as relaxed and pain free as possible. My family has been going to Dr Freemon's for 20 years and I can tell you that Dr Freemon and his office truly care about their patients and their patient's families.
The most incredible staff ever! These medical professionals are doing everything exactly right from check-in to check-out ... If there could ever be a wonderful experience at the dentist this is it. Dr. Freemon was kind & very efficient and Brie well you've got a patient for life lol 😉 Virginia, thank you for squeezing me in. I'm sorry I'm not mentioning everyone, but this office and the people who create the environment are fantastic. I'll see you all in January.
Ive worked at dental offices for 10 plus years....love Dr Freemon and his staff especially Rosie hygienist.....
New patient and very impressed with staff and service!
Very friendly staff. Iv been going here for years and love the Dentist! I Highly reccomend Dr. Freemon
I'm so glad our family switched to this office! The staff and Dr. Freemon are all so nice. I have never had a long wait prior to my appointment.
I was referred to Dr. Freemon's office and I will be back for other visits. Dr. Freemon's and his staff were very professional . They explained everything that needed to be done, and answered any questions that I had. They performed my procedure quickly, with the latest technology in dental gadgets. Finally, he and his office staff throughout are all friendly. You will enjoy your visit. Janice Willis
The moment I walked thru the doors for the first time the staff was extremely welcoming and pleasant. The dental hygienist, Rose was very thorough. She took her time to explain things and to make sure I was comfortable throughout the entire cleaning and x ray procedure. Dr. Freemon was professional and caring in his examination. Great overall experience!!
I've been going to Dr. Freemon for 29 years, and he's been awesome. The staff is great. Love Rose and Virginia.
I have been a patient of Dr. John Freemon's for almost 20 years. I would not even consider going to another dentist. Dr. Freemon is very professional and many people including myself, consider him to be at the top of his profession. He is by far the best dentist I have ever seen and I have had my fair share of dentist before I found him 20 years ago. His demeanor is very gentle and calming. I am embarrassed to say that I almost fell asleep in his office on my last visit. I was waiting for him to come into the room to work on me and I almost FELL ASLEEP!! Most people are on pins and needles when they go to see their dentist!! But not here. His patients know him well. I never hesitate to tell my friends about his practice and his wonderful staff. On a scale of 1-10 with 10 being excellent, Dr. Freemon and each and every member of his staff deserve a 10. By the way, I think I should note that he HAS NEVER HURT ME, NOT ONCE IN 20 YEARS. You have to ask yourself, was my last dental appointment this pleasant?? Mine was!!!! Do yourself a favor and check him out. Sincerely, Deborah Davis
I have been coming to the office of Dr. John F. Freemon for 20 years and have always been greeted with friendly, knowledgeable service from Tonya, Rose, Virginia and Dr. Freemon. There are newer personel now that the practice has expanded who are just as kind and knowledgeable. Rose always offers new ideas and products suited just for me. She takes exceptional care of me and always has a caring spirit. I can truly say I am in good hands at this dental practice. Many thanks to all at the office of Dr. Freemon!
The doctor and staff did a great job. Everyone was very polite, thorough and attentive. Very good experience.
Love Dr. Freedom's office. It is so convenient and everyone is so nice. Virginia is the best!
A GREAT DENTIST! Dr Freemon and his entire staff are always very personable and professional. I have never had anything but positive experiences with everyone in Dr Freemon's office. Highly recommend them!
The whole family loves Dr Freemon and his staff. We have been going to him for years and have only had great experiences.
Very professional and friendly staff. Been a returning patient of Dr. Freemon's for 4 years. Great quality dentistry! They genuinely care about your well-being and have been extremely helpful in helping me get my tooth all fixed up. For the pizza party: 144 !
Our family is new to Dr. Freemon's office. Everyone in the office is so nice and friendly, the hygienist did a great job also. My daughter needs some work done and everyone was very helpful in explaining just what needed to be taken care of. AND Dr. Freemon was wonderful and I felt very trust worthy. We will be patients here for many years to come. Melissa Transou
Best dentist ever. 😊
Awesome office and service! 167 slices
I was very pleased with the service. I've been to two other Dentists in the last 2 years and this was by far the best treatment I've had. Virginia explained everything as we went through the process and was very thorough with the cleaning. I'll continue to go here. Contest for pizza slices: My guess = 160.
By far the best dental practice around! From start to finish, everything about Dr. Freemon's office is awesome! I use to DREAD going to the dentist and always put it off. I'm so glad I found an office that does GREAT quality work with affordable prices and lots of options! See y'all soon!
I have been going to Dr. Freemon for over 20 years. I truly enjoy Dr. Freemon and his friendly staff. Virginia has been cleaning my teeth for years and really listens to my wants and needs. She even remembers I can't stand the taste of raspberry flavored cleaning gel. :) This is my family dentist from when I was a little girl and even though I've grown up and moved, I will only go to Dr. Freemon.
I've been coming here for years, and I refuse to go elsewhere! Now that I live in Smyrna, it's a bit of a trip to get to Woodstock, but it is well worth it. They also not only remember me, but what's going on in my life, and make it a point to be welcoming and friendly! (Or maybe that's just who they are <3)
Have been using Dr. Freemon for years and his wonderful staff. Would highly recommend
My experience was very pleasant. I can recommend it.
When I first came to Dr. Freemon I was in a lot of pain. I came into his office and was treated with kindness from everyone. They got me looked at very fast. The comfort they provided me with was unreal. They assured me numerous times that I was in great hands and that I they would make this pain go away. I left painless and very happy that I found such an amazing dentist with amazing staff. Everyone here is always full of happiness and positivity. Dr. Freemon and Mrs. Debo will never understand how thankful I am for their help.
Great staff great experience - my husband & I have been going for years now.
Dr. Freemon is by far the best dentist I have been to. The entire staff make you feel like you are family. I have never waited to go back at my appointment time. Every person there talks to you like you are one of the family and I have never felt rushed to leave. I would love to find a doctors practice that is even half as personable as the staff in Dr. Freeman's office. Thanks for the love, haha.
Dr. Freemon and his entire staff/office are awesome! They perform their jobs efficiently and are very professional. They are great at getting you in right at your appt time. I highly recommend his practice. I have also recommended to other family and friends and we all agree.
Dr. Freeman and his impeccable staff are truly one of a kind. Every single one of them goes above and beyond to make sure you are comfortable. I was involved in an accident in which my front tooth broke into pieces. This was completely devastating and had it not been for Dr. Freemans bed side manner it would have been more horrific. Dr. Freemans dental work has been impeccable as well. I have a permanent crown that matches exactly to my other front tooth. The staff at Dr. Freemons office have been with him for over 20 years. That in itself explains just how good his dental business is. Thanks Dr. Freeman and staff! I will continue to be a customer throughout my life.
It was literally the best experience ever. This dentist office is by far the greatest dentist office I've ever been too. They listen to you and act fast and efficiently. I had a rout canal done and they treated it right there and then. The dentist helpers are by far the sweetest most kind people in the world! Also the actual dr. Himself is amazing. He did everything in his power to make me feel comfortable and make me loose my pain. I highly recommend this dentist office.
Best dentist family ever! Mrs. Shawn Smith~
New customer New CROWN
First time visit. Wonderful staff made sure I was comfortable. Very friendly team of assistants. I was referred to Dr.Freemon by an oral surgeon to install a crown after implant was inserted. Great recommendation, amazing the doctor made the crown and installed on same visit. HIGHLY recommend Dr. Freemon and his team. Thank you Peter Franks
The ONLY dentist I would trust, Dr Freemon is caring and compassionate.
Best staff ever, easy appointment time, no pain
Very professional
I was brought in at the time of my appointment treated very respectfully and professionally. They were very polite and gave me all the options. They will be my Dennis for now on.
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It seems appropriate, the day after Colin Firth won a well-deserved Oscar for his brilliant performance in The King's Speech, to post a review of, shall we say, one of his lesser-known films. I know of the existence of this movie thanks to Antoninus Pius' blog, where he posted a review a while ago - the film disappeared so entirely on its cinematic release I'd never have heard of it otherwise. It is a gloriously silly concoction in which Academy Award Winner Colin Firth and Knight of the Realm, Academy Award Winner Sir Ben Kingsley travel to Hadrian's Wall with Mr Wickham to protect the kid from Love, Actually (who doesn't appear to have aged in four years) from Boring himself, Lucius Vorenus. Who is a Scots-accented Goth.
If you weren't confused enough already, Batiatus also makes an appearance, not as Batiatus (one of Firth's men) but as a slimy senator who conspires with Star Trek DS9's Dr Bashir against our heroes and is, once again, gutted for his pains. True to his later argument, regarding Spartacus: Blood and Sand, that since everyone would be speaking Latin, it doesn't matter if he uses his own Scottish accent, his character here has quite possibly arrived in Rome via Edinburgh. Trouble is, all the other Roman characters are speaking The Queen's Latin, while all the Goths use Scottish accents, so this is just off-putting (or, possibly, an explanation for why his character switches sides?).
If I poke holes in all the fim's historical inaccuracies we'll be here all day, but I feel I should draw attention to some of the biggest clangers. First of all, neither Tiberius nor Romulus Augustulus were the last of Caesar's line, as Caesar's line died with his son by Cleopatra, Caesarion. (Of course, there's always the possibility that Dodgey from Rome smuggled Caesarion away and Romulus is his descendent - but in that story, Caesarion isn't Caesar's son anyway...). Caesar left no direct descendants at all and the last emperor to be related to him was Nero - Tiberius was his nephew's step-son. Perhaps more importantly, attempts to create a hereditary monarchy in the Roman Empire were generally doomed to failure sooner or later so the emphasis on bloodline is a bit off. As for the Eastern Byzantine Empire - OK, it was becoming an increasingly separate entity from the Western Empire, but the fashions are far too Oriental and not Greek enough and I'm pretty sure it didn't extend as far as Kerala in southern India.
The film also brings up the 'lost' ninth legion, who may or may not have disappeared somewhere in Britain or Europe several centuries earlier. Antoninus Pius knows much more about the military history of this than I do (being emperor and all) so I point you in the direction of his blog for the details, but it's worth bringing up because the disappearance of the ninth is the subject of both last year's Centurion and next month's The Eagle. I also really like this film's answer to the question of what happened to the legion - they settled down, married local women, took Celtic names and stayed put. This may not be what happened to the real ninth legion, but it is something that happened a lot after the Romans withdrew from Britain around AD 410 and it makes a nice change from the usual Pictish massacre.
Really, though, it isn't fair to pick at the history in this film, because this film isn't supposed to be about history. This, like Troy, is about myth and reality really has no part in it. The writers (and Valerio Massimo Manfredi, author of the novel on which the film is based) haven't started with Roman history, but with Arthurian legend. Stories of King Arthur often claim an origin from the classical world for their hero (just like Virgil and others claiming a Trojan origin for the Romans, in a way), though the precise nature of the connection varies. In producing this story, the writers have started with Arthurian legend - Merlin, the sword in the stone, the name 'Excaliber', dragons, Vortigern - and traced their origins back into an imaginary Rome.
The film actually walks a fine line between fantasy and realism reasonably well, but balancing itself so carefully in between two distinct genres unfortunately means it doesn't seem to know where it lives, and doesn't fit into either of them. The film starts out like an historical swashbuckler, but about halfway through it seems to want to be The Lord of the Rings, which it most certainly isn't - there isn't nearly enough of a sense of scale and wonder about it, and the usually excellent Patrick Doyle doesn't quite seem to be feeling it with the music.
The actors do their best with two-dimensional characters, the central group being made up of an absolutely typical Five Man Band (as described on TV Tropes); The Leader (Academy Award Winner Colin Firth/Mr Darcy), The Lancer (possibly Vatrenus, killed off fairly early on), The Young Guy (Mr Wickham/Prince Albert), The Big Guy (this film's Batiatus) and The Chick (Mira). The actress playing Romulus' mother is rear-end-clenchingly awful, but everyone else is fine, and Firth and Kingsley could read the phone book and be entertaining, though neither are quite up to their Oscar-winning heights here. Kingsley's Welsh accent is fine but his performance in general is all too reminiscent of the narration at the fabulous North Wales tourist attraction, King Arthur's Labyrinth (this involves a boat in a cave and is brilliant - if you're in southern Snowdonia, go visit it!). Firth can do the snappy soldier pretty well and has some great comedy moments (his face when Sangster hugs him is hilarious) but he struggles, ironically, with the Independence Day-style speech he has to give which is not quite as successful as his more recent speechifying efforts (though stammer-free).
I think this could end up being a good guilty pleasure for rainy afternoons. Aishwarya Rai as Mira kicks ass, Firth and Rupert Friend are reliably sexy and wield swords, Boring gets his comeuppance and it's got Merlin in it, not to mention some really amazing-looking scenery filmed in Tunisia (though the CGI-castle thing in Britannia not only makes one think of Monty Python, but is so incredibly inappropriate for the period it takes me right out of the film). It also features Alexander Siddig, who I met at a convention once and who is lovely, so that's always nice (though he is once again playing a eeevil character - he explained to all of us that, outside of Star Trek, he has spent most of his career stuck playing eeevil terrorists). This is not, by any stretch of the imagination, a good film, but its problems are artistic more than they are historical, because this film is not meant to be any more historical than Xena: Warrior Princess. Watch it with friends, pizza and your alcoholic/caffeinated beverage of choice and you may find you have an enjoyable evening. Just don't expect it to be Gladiator.


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Whew… what a week! Here's the rundown:
Monday— Lunch at Luna with co-workers Kurt and Scott
Tuesday— Lunch at Houlihan's with Tracy, Cynthia, and Julie. I used to play Bunco with these girls and now we keep up via facebook, so it was nice to see them in person after way too long!
Wednesday— Janet's day (see earlier post).
Then I went to the Illini game with Cory, Bobbi, and Lacey. They were the best seats I've ever been in: 12 rows up, right behind the Orange Crush (cell phone pic doesn't do it justice.)
Thursday— Book club. We discussed Freakanomics, which was universally enjoyed. I'll consider this day Bonny's, since she hosted and Scott and Kurt both have their own days.
Friday— Ron's day. The plan? To go to bars we don't normally go to. Ron was going to pick 3 and I was going to pick 3. Cool.
Then Cory called and wanted to do Happy Hour. Since Ron had dinner plans, it worked out well. I met Cory and Co. at Bunny's for happy hour. (If you click the Bunny's link, you'll see a pic of Cory at a parking lot party last summer– he's as famous for Bunny's as I am for the Esquire–ahah!). We drank buckets, ate Bosco sticks and played some Euchre. Ron showed up, hung out for a bit and then it was off to meet Chad for the bar crawl.
First stop: The Embassy. There was a band, so we had to pay a $5 cover charge, even though we only stayed for one drink. Then we went to Crane Alley, The Brass Rail and Bentley's. The last two bars are the only ones I hadn't been to before. And I don't ever need to step foot in the Brass Rail again, but I'll definitely go back to Bentley's.
All in all, it was a good night… but Happy Hour + Bar crawl was probably not one of my best ideas.
Saturday– Saturday was like two nights in one.
First I met Andrea and Amanda (from boot camp) at La Gourmandise Bistro for dinner and to listen to a storyteller. I'd never been to the bistro before and I'd never heard a storyteller, so it was a bunch of firsts for me. The bistro was cute (although I made a poor soup selection) and the storyteller was entertaining, but nothing to write home about. We left after the first act and went to Crane Alley for drinks and dessert. It was great to be able to hang out with those girls. I miss boot camp!
After that, I met Erin, Jeff, Jaime, Dave, Chachi, Bubba, Nikki and Andrea at Boltini. They had been out for some family birthdays and were getting ready to leave when I got there. I had one drink and then we went to Fat City. If you haven't been there yet, it's exactly the same. Only nicer. If that makes much sense. Erin, Jeff, Jaime, and Dave left and the rest of us headed to Tumble Inn.
As usual, TI was a late night Mecca for Unity grads, so there were plenty of people I knew there (some of whom I didn't actually talk to). I stayed until close, but this was a much calmer night than the bar crawl. It pays to pace oneself.
Sunday— Since Monday is a holiday, my sister Kelli signed up for Sunday night. Kelli, her boyfriend Doug, and my brother David picked me up at noon and we went to Radio Maria for lunch. To my surprise, my mom, Aunt Linda, and Uncle Denny were there as well. We had a nice lunch and I think I was able to introduce some of them to a new restaurant, so that was kinda cool.
After lunch, we had a drink at the Esquire and then went back to TI to watch some football. (Okay, it was mostly so some of the crowd could smoke, but whatever.) It was a fun afternoon, but I was super tired from the rest of the weekend. I came home with full intentions of watching the Steelers game, but fell asleep on the couch. For 12 hours. I must've been tired.
Definitely a super fun-filled week. It's so cool to be able to hang out with so many different people and try new things. After the first week-o-lunches I was starting to think all I was going to do was eat… but now I'm looking forward to some low-key non-drinking events in the days to come!
A few observations at the half-way point:
- If "professional storyteller" is a real job, then I think I might have a new career path. If that lady can get up and tell stories–so can I!!
- I really need to try to take more pictures, but I'm usually just having a good time hanging out with people that I forget I even have my camera. Maybe next week.
- Pacing is key. Even though 8 bars in 3 days sounds like fun… functioning the next day is important! I really am starting to feel almost 30.


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What's next? Hitting it big right out of the box
Few rock bands, even the ones we regard as "the greats," hit on a signature sound right out of the starting gate. Paul McCartney's "I've Just Seen a Face" started off the Beatles first LP, Please Please Me, with a bang, but a lot of the rest of the album is covers, and the remaining originals are classics more for being from "The Beatles" than for their true artistic merit. Radiohead's first, Pablo Honey, was made up of fine, if not too inspired, rock songs, hardly hinting at the guitar masterpieces that awaited the band just one album away.
Lying In States have just one soon-to-be-released EP under their belt, but already they have, by talent and probably a little luck, stumbled on to one of the most original (while still being guitar-based) sounds I have heard in a while. Part David Bowie, part late 70's Pink Floyd, with shades of early DC group Girls Against Boys (pioneers and basically the only practitioners of Sex-Rock), Lying In State's The Bewildered Herd EP (Harmless) sounds like the calculated yet joyous work of artists already at the top of their game.
Lead singer Ben Clarke has Floyd's David Gilmour's vocal work down cold, instantly providing a bridge between the past and the 20-minutes-into-the-future work of the rest of the band. The guitar work is the domain of Clarke and Fergus Kaiser; meaty guitar riffs in one ear are frequently textured by complementary lead in the other.
Radiohead in their guitar prime might be a good point of comparison, but to me their material sounds more busy and sonically complicated than Radiohead's ever was in their pre- OK Computer days. Keyboardist Jeremy Ohmes' always slightly distorted keyboard lines add texture to the group's already hectic intellectuals-on-acid mix– a nice 70's Bowie-ish change-up from the usual guitar-bass-drums layout of 95 percent of modern bands.
One can make quite a list of great bands that only show their true greatness a few albums down the line; the converse list, that of great bands who hit their sound right out of the gate, is a lot shorter. A band like the immortal Zepplin would probably be on it, but I believe the problem is that bands with a fantastic first album usually don't produce much great stuff after that first big hit. If you're in a group that writes timeless masterpieces right off the bat, what the hell are you going to do on your second album? Retreads of the first? Not the makings of a classic.
Lying In States have produced a fantastic debut EP (hell, at 41 minutes, its longer than a Weezer album), and along with the rush you get from listening to really great music, I'm a little worried for the group. To me, their first-time virtuosity begs the question: Where will they go from here?
Lying In States w/ Carisonics and Bottom of the Hudson at Tokyo Rose, September 24. $5, 10pm


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Total incontinence is the continuous and total loss of urinary control.
One cause is neurogenic bladder. This is a neurological problem that prevents the bladder from emptying as it should. Spinal cord injuries, multiple sclerosis, and other disorders that affect nerve function can also lead to total incontinence. In women it can be caused by a vesicovaginal fistula. This is an abnormal connection between the urinary tract and the vagina.
Total incontinence is usually treated by using a thin tube, called a catheter. You use it to empty the bladder regularly. This is called intermittent self-catheterization.
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Hormone Replacement Therapy to Treat Turner Syndrome
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|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT00013546
Recruitment Status : Completed
First Posted : March 21, 2001
Last Update Posted : March 4, 2008
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This study will evaluate the effects of hormone replacement therapy on patients with Turner syndrome (TS)-a genetic disorder in females in which part or all of one X chromosome is missing. Most girls and women with TS have underdeveloped ovaries-the female reproductive organs that produce the female sex hormones estrogen and progesterone, and smaller amounts of the male sex hormone, testosterone. These hormones affect muscle and bone strength, sex drive, energy, and an overall sense of well being. Estrogen may also play a role in memory and mood and have a protective effect against heart disease. Women with TS have a much higher risk of developing osteoporosis (loss of bone density), high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes than women without this disorder.
Girls and women with Turner syndrome between the ages of 14 and 50 years may be eligible for this 2-year study. Three months before beginning treatment, all patients will wear an estrogen patch and take a progesterone tablet daily for 10 days each month. They will then be randomly assigned to one of two treatment groups to compare the effects of estrogen alone with estrogen plus testosterone on bone strength, muscle and fat mass and psychosocial well being. Both groups will wear an estrogen patch and take oral progesterone. One group will also wear a testosterone patch while the other group will wear a placebo patch (a patch that does not contain any testosterone). Neither study participants nor the doctors will know who is getting the testosterone until the study is complete. Patients will undergo the following procedures before beginning treatment and at 6, 12 and 24 months after starting treatment:
- Physical examination.
- DEXA scans (dual energy X-ray absorptiometry) to measure body composition and bone thickness. Low radiation X-rays scan the whole body to measure fat, muscle and bone mineral content..
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of the abdomen to measure the amount of fat around the internal organs. The patient lies on a stretcher in a large tube surrounded by a magnetic field during the scanning. The procedure uses a strong magnet and radio waves to produce the images.
- Heel ultrasound to measure bone thickness. The heel is placed in a chamber and sound waves pass through it to produce images.
- Oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) for diabetes and problems with carbohydrate metabolism. The patient drinks a sugary substance. A small amount of blood is drawn before taking the drink and four times afterwards.
- Blood and urine tests to measure blood counts, liver and kidney function, ovarian hormones, growth factors, thyroid function, blood lipids, bone strength markers, and to test for pregnancy.
- Blood pressure measurements.
- Psychological testing for the effect of treatment on mood, self-esteem, quality of life, social shyness, anxiety and sexual function.
- Neurocognitive tests (at first inpatient visit and 1 and 2 years after starting treatment) to measure nonverbal memory and visual-perceptual abilities.
During the hospital admissions, patients will be given a "metabolic diet" that contains specific amounts of salt and carbohydrates to ensure accurate blood pressure and sugar metabolism measurements. Patients will keep a record of their menstrual periods and physical activity throughout the treatment period.
|Condition or disease
|Osteoporosis Turner's Syndrome
|Drug: TMTDS
|Phase 2
|Study Type :
|Interventional (Clinical Trial)
|Enrollment :
|92 participants
|Primary Purpose:
|Official Title:
|Turner Syndrome: Hormone Replacement Therapy
|Study Start Date :
|March 2001
|Study Completion Date :
|December 2002
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Girls and women with TS diagnosed by karyotype or other genetic evidence of X-chromosome defects and ovarian failure (diagnosed by failure to enter puberty spontaneously by age 18 or 2nd degree amenorrhea greater than 6 months and FSH greater than 40 mIU/ml)
Subjects with TS who have been previously exposed to estrogen and progestin effect, either endogenous or exogenous by medical treatment, sufficient to establish secondary sexual development and menses
Subjects with TS - ages 14 to 50, who have completed near final height, as demonstrated by a bone age of greater than or equal to 14 years
Chronological or bone age of less than 14 years
Chronological age greater than 50 years
Chromosomal disorders in addition to TS
Absence of 2nd degree sexual development
Growth hormone or androgen treatment within 6 months of starting study.
Testosterone level greater than normal range for age.
Contraindications to the use of estrogen, progestin or androgens: Neoplasia; Hypercoagulation disorder; Pregnancy; Gall bladder, biliary or liver parenchymal disease (evidenced by jaundice, gastrointestinal symptomatology, other clinical evidence of cholelithiasis or hepatitis); Hypertriglyceridemia (TGs greater than 300); Active coronary disease (evidenced by documented MI or coronary angiography.
Mental or physical disability, which in the estimation of study investigators, prevents a candidate from participation in study.
To learn more about this study, you or your doctor may contact the study research staff using the contact information provided by the sponsor.
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier (NCT number): NCT00013546
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|March 21, 2001 Key Record Dates
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|March 4, 2008
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|December 2002
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Ovarian Failure
Turner's Syndrome
Hormone Replacement
Turner Syndrome
Gonadal Dysgenesis
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Bone Diseases
Musculoskeletal Diseases
Metabolic Diseases
Disorders of Sex Development
Urogenital Abnormalities
Sex Chromosome Disorders of Sex Development
Heart Defects, Congenital
Cardiovascular Abnormalities
Cardiovascular Diseases
Heart Diseases
Congenital Abnormalities
Sex Chromosome Disorders
Chromosome Disorders
Genetic Diseases, Inborn
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What is scary, and why does it fascinate us? How do writers and storytellers scare us? This lesson plan invites students to answer these questions by exploring their own scary stories and scary short stories and books. The lesson culminates in a Fright Fair, where students share scary projects that they have created, including posters, multimedia projects, and creative writing.
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In teaching writing, we are always looking for interesting ways to help our students look at the effect writing has on a reader and how that effect is created. What better way to do this than through a lesson where the content focuses on the scary, while the skills focus on helping students find ways to improve their writing?
While exploring the ways that writers scare readers, this lesson plan subtly introduces basic audience awareness. In writing narratives, writers must work to imagine the reader and fit the story to the reader's questions and interests. This lesson plan brings the reader's needs into focus by talking about how a writer can scare a reader. Without mentioning the term audience awareness, then, the teacher can invite students to be explicitly aware of their audience.
Further Reading
Adapted from: Mitchell, Diana. "Ghosts and Fear in Language Arts." English Journal 86.6 (October 1997): 96-99.
Strange, Rebecca L. "Audience Awareness: When and How Does It Develop?" Eric Clearinghouse on Reading, English, and Communication Digest #29. (October 1988).


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"And they continued steadfastly in ... the breaking of bread." (Acts 2:42)
As a result of the Protestant Reformation, worship was "reformed" according to the Scriptures. In the process, the sacrament of the Lord's Supper (which could too easily be confused with "the Mass") was separated from regular worship and celebrated less frequently. In some Protestant churches, the Lord's Supper was observed only once a year! The Lord's Supper then became a "special" event in the life of the church. In the Presbyterian tradition, "communion seasons" developed.
Some of the Reformers, like John Calvin, believed that the Lord's Supper should be a part of worship each Sunday. He was overruled in this desire by the governing authorities in Geneva, so the Lord's Supper was observed there on a quarterly basis. That became the common practice in Reformed and Presbyterian churches for generations.
In recent years, many Presbyterian churches have been rethinking the issue of the frequency of the Lord's Supper. It has become common to administer the sacrament of the Lord's Supper monthly. Some do so more frequently, even (in some cases) on a weekly basis.
The Bible does not specify how frequently we should observe the Lord's Supper. However, it is to be observed in the church (1 Cor. 11:18) by believers who are gathered as a body (11:20, 33-34). This is not a family meal (11:34), but a church meal. It does seem, however, that the Lord's Supper (sometimes called "the breaking of bread") was a regular part of church life—perhaps even a weekly part. Frequent communion, far from taking away the "special" character of the Lord's Supper, provides a regular reminder that Christ not only speaks to us in preaching, but also feeds us at his table.
Churches will continue to consider how frequently to administer the Lord's Supper, so that the congregation is edified by this means of grace. However often it is part of worship, the church should rejoice at this remembrance of the love of Christ and receive it as a tangible token that our Shepherd "prepares a table for us in the presence of our enemies" and feeds us on the emblems of his body and blood.
The author is pastor of the Orthodox Presbyterian Church, Franklin Square, New York. He quotes the NKJV. Reprinted from New Horizons, November 2007. First article in series. Index.
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hi there, need some help with my huffman coding assignment...
actually, i had done tree huffman tree part... now left the part which stresses me for days... can't really come out with a working code for generating the huffman code.
all i need is to extract the code, which is (for example 01010101) to represent the last character at the leaf of the huffman tree...
the way i define the nodes are as follows...
[code : java]
class Node
public String item;
public Node leftChild;
public Node rightChild;
public Node getLeft(){return leftChild;}
public Node getRight(){return rightChild;}
public String getKey(){return item;}
i have a working tree which i check by listing the traversal of it, and now, can anyone help me out with generating the huffman bit code for the huffman tree? the huffman tree starts with the root, have the value of the frequency in the internode and the leaf are representing the character of the text file i was to encode.
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Belief is made from information found entirely on the worldwide web. In fifteen minutes, this two-screen installation presents a series of fragmented broadcasts about belief, all sourced from the video sharing community YouTube.
Belief is the final work in the Flat Earth Trilogy following on from Flat Earth (2007) and A short film about War (2009/2010). Supported by Creative Scotland's Vital Spark programme, New Media Scotland's Alt-w Fund, ATLAS Arts and Animate Projects. Software development by Matthew Jarvis, sound design by John Cobban and script development by Alison Craighead, Jon Thomson and Steve Rushton. Graphic design by Cavan Convery.
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Hernandez closing in on historic contract
Fri., Feb. 8, 2013
SEATTLE – Felix Hernandez looks poised to stick with the Mariners for the bulk of his career with word he is close to a seven-year, $175 million deal with Seattle.
The Mariners said Thursday they had no news to release regarding a deal being finalized, but a source confirmed talks have entered final stages and did not dispute the figures being circulated. Details of the deal were first reported Thursday by USA Today, setting off a celebration and collective sigh of relief from Mariners fans long used to seeing top players leave the team.
But the deal, which effectively replaces the final two years of Hernandez's current contract and adds five more seasons, is not without risk. It would be the wealthiest given to a pitcher in baseball history, the ninth-largest contract to date and would see Hernandez, 26, earn more than a quarter of team payroll by himself in 2013.
The Mariners were reported to be close to significantly adding to that payroll after ending Thursday at just over $78 million committed to their roster. Besides the Hernandez deal, which could add close to $5 million in salary based on the difference between his new contract and old one, the team also was said to be on the verge of signing free-agent pitcher Joe Saunders, pending a physical.
The Saunders contract, reported by Fox Sports, would be for one year and likely take the Mariners beyond $90 million for their current roster and close to a payroll limit the team set when the offseason began.
M's spokesman Tim Hevly said no deal for Hernandez or Saunders had been finalized.
"We don't have any announcements to make, nor do we expect that any announcement is imminent," Hevly said of the Hernandez reports.
The Mariners added catcher Kelly Shoppach to the fold Thursday by announcing his one-year, $1.5 million deal about a week after it was reached.
The delay in announcing it was due to the need to make a corresponding roster move, which the Mariners did Thursday by designating for assignment relief pitcher Shawn Kelley. Seattle has 10 days to release, trade, or try to outright Kelley to the minors - in which case he'd likely be claimed off waivers.
Any team claiming Kelley would be on the hook for his $935,000 salary. The Mariners would owe Kelley just $155,833 – one-sixth of his salary – if they release him.
But the big news of the day was still Hernandez, who had long said he wanted to stay in Seattle and not head elsewhere.
"Felix has made it clear he'd like to stay here, and we've made it clear we'd like him to stay," Mariners general manager Jack Zduriencik said when the offseason began.
Zduriencik had faced increased heat in recent seasons to trade Hernandez for a boatload of talent to try to jump-start a rebuilding process that has seen three consecutive last-place finishes in the A.L. West. But Zduriencik held off on doing that and now will try to incorporate Hernandez into the longterm vision of that rebuilding plan, about to enter its fifth year.
The Mariners spoke optimistically about the future three years ago when Hernandez was handed a five-year, $78 million extension. The new contract would add five years to that deal and make the total payout for the remaining seven seasons $175 million, sources reported.
Hernandez has since delivered a Cy Young Award in 2010 and a fourth-place finish for the prize last year to go with his first perfect game. He is 98-76 lifetime with a 3.22 earned-run average and 1,487 strikeouts.
But the team has been unable to shake its losing ways even with their ace and must find a way to surround Hernandez with added talent in order to avoid a repeat of past struggles.
One thing that could help is added television revenue the Mariners look poised to secure in coming years. They will effectively be paying for Hernandez's contract with at least $25 million in additional revenue from new national TV deals with Fox and Turner starting in 2014.
On an even more lucrative note, a 2015 opt-out clause in the team's local TV deal with Root Sports could enable the Mariners to score a monster contract worth billions as the Dodgers, Angels and Rangers already have done. And fronting that television package would be Hernandez, now the undisputed face of the franchise.
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