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The doctors told Elizabeth Criss that a child with her daughter's disorder would only live until she was 8.
She would suffer from seizures, the doctors said. She would likely be unable to communicate and would have problems with her vision.
Almost all of that was true, except Emily Criss is now 29.
"We never expected she would age out of the school system," Elizabeth Criss said. "It feels good when the doctors are wrong."
Now Criss said she worries about her daughter's future. What will happen if Emily outlives her parents? Who will bathe her, feed her, change her and understand that she likes to sit on the cool, green grass because it soothes her, or that small, colorful toys calm her?
Read more in the Los Angeles Daily News.

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Study finds no link between satisfaction with GP opening hours and A&E visits
Researchers said their findings suggested changing GP opening hours would be unlikely to ease pressures on A&E departments
Areas where people find it easier to make GP appointments, such as online booking systems, see fewer visits to A&E, a study has suggested.
Researchers at Imperial College London said they found no overall link between satisfaction with GP opening hours and the number of visits to A&E in England, but where patients were happier with the ease of making appointments, there were slightly fewer.
They suggested the Government's proposals to extend GP surgery hours would be unlikely to ease the burden on A&E departments, which saw 1.9 million more attendances in 2016/17 than in 2011/12, the equivalent of 5,100 more each day.
The observational study saw the research team compare patients' experiences of GP surgeries with the number of A&E visits in their areas in England from 2011/2012 to 2013/2014.
They examined reports from NHS England's annual GP Patient Survey, and included patients registered to 8,124 GP surgeries.
They measured levels of patient satisfaction using three factors: the ease of making an appointment, opening hours, and overall experience.
They then matched these responses with A&E departments in their area to observe any correlation with the number of visits to A&E.
Satisfaction with surgery opening hours and overall patient experience seemed to have no impact on A&E visit rates in their geographical area
The authors measured satisfaction with hours without linking them to daytime, weekday or evening and weekend appointment availability.
They suggested that although weekend and evening appointments are convenient for healthy, working-aged adults, those who are likely to need medical attention more urgently are older people or those who are chronically ill and not currently working full-time.
Many people still visit the GP or A&E for conditions that could be treated at home or with pharmacists' advice. Using the wrong health service increases the strain on our #NHS.— NHS England North (@NHSEnglandNorth) January 18, 2018
Senior author Professor Azeem Majeed, from Imperial College London's School of Public Health, said: "The Government must find alternative ways to handle current pressures on A&E departments.
"This could include, for example, improving access to GP appointments during normal opening hours rather than spending scarce NHS resources on extended opening schemes."
His colleague and lead author Dr Thomas Cowling said: "It makes sense to think that extending GP hours will ease the burden on other NHS services, but our study suggests this might not be the case with A&E."
The study is published in the journal BMJ Quality & Safety.


text: Delushka Duck's youngest, Number Nine (Number Nine Duckling, 1993), is back, a surrogate for every child who, fearful of new experiences, decides he doesn't like an activity even before he tries it. Number Nine won't go in the water with his siblings for a swimming lesson; left behind on the bank, he unsuccessfully tries climbing, flying, and leaping, concluding crossly that ``ducklings don't do'' those things. He finally tries swimming and learns that his fears were unfounded, only to balk at the next new challengeeating a worm. With torn-paper illustrations in the flat, bright colors of a paintbox, this good-natured story is an ideal read-aloud and discussion-starter. It provides gentle support for the reluctant childNumber Nine's anxieties are never ridiculed, and his understanding mother is encouraging, not pushy. (Picture book. 3-7)


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Morning Buzz! Maisie Williams' Reaction to the Next Season of Game of Thrones Is Freaking Us Out + More
From Game of Thrones excitement to Hillary Clinton's feat of strength, check out six of today's top news items below!
1. Maisie Williams got a look at the script for season seven of Game of Thrones and, judging by her reaction, it's going to be a DOOZY. "Holy BALLS," she tweeted, telling fans to start preparing themselves now. "Scratch that, nothing will prepare you for this." WHAT COULD SHE POSSIBLY MEAN? We won't know anytime soon — the next season won't be out until next summer.
2. Hillary Clinton shut down any rumors about her being in bad health by doing the healthiest, strongest thing possible. She opened a jar of pickles on Jimmy Kimmel Live. Naturally.
3. Twitter's Night Mode feature is finally here! Up late scrolling your timeline again? Trying not to keep the person next to you up while you fire off tweets from bed at 2am? Twitter finally released the Night Mode version of the app it promised us back in July. To activate it, simply update your app, tap the gear icon next to your profile image on your own profile, and hit "night mode." The future is DARK.
4. KFC released a chicken-scented sunscreen because nothing is sacred in this life. Remember when KFC made that chicken-flavored nail polish that you could lick? Right. They've gone and taken the ridiculousness one step further with this sunscreen that smells like their unmistakable blend of herbs and spices. "It works just like regular sunscreen, but it smells like fried chicken," KFC says in a promo video. They also point out that while it "smells like chicken, [it] tastes like sunscreen," so, you know, don't lick it off.
5. Will the Tokyo Olympic medals be made of… smartphones?! The moves towards a more sustainable games in Rio will carry over to the 2020 games in Tokyo, with considerations being made about Japan's lack of natural resources and their abundance of electronics waste. Organizers are reportedly hoping to source the gold, silver and bronze for the medals from the "urban mine" of millions of smartphones and other small electronics. (h/t PopSugar, photo via Adam Pretty/Getty)
6. Quote of the day: "WHO'S THE GRANDMA NOW GUYS." Aly "Grandma" Raisman razzes her young teammate Simone Biles for falling asleep before their flight home even took off. Aly is known as the grandma on the team because of her ripe old age of 22. We'll miss these girls!
Do you have a joke-y nickname for your bestie? Let us know over @BritandCo!
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Bye Bye College, Hello... Business?
The aim for every young person as they work through college is to reach the other side and then be ready to face the world doing what they have worked so hard to achieve throughout their school years. But what happens to you if you decide that starting up a business is your calling?
Coming straight from college to entrepreneurship is a huge lifestyle change. You may not realize exactly how hard this aspect of your working life will be until you get out of the education system and start up your empire. Before you do get started on your business venture, here are some of the things you will want to think about...
Is your idea good enough?
It is crucial when you are planning to start a business that your idea is actionable and will work. It might be worth doing some market research to find out where there is a gap in the market for what to want to create, and also whether someone else has already thought up the idea before you.
Are You ready to start?
The next question you must ask yourself is whether or not you are ready to jump in and start up your business right away. Think about whether you have the funding and resources to create your product or service, and think about premises. Is this something you can work on from home or will you need to build a workshop out of Armstrong Steel to complete the work?
Are you prepared for hurdles?
Starting up a business isn't just as simple as making your product and selling it on, you will likely face many challenges along the way. There will be people who will doubt your ability to succeed, and you may find it hard to reach out to your target audience to begin with. To run a business you must develop a thick skin and be able to deal with everything that comes your way.
Alone or with a team?
Think about the type of business you want to set up and whether it is something you need help for, or if you can set it up yourself. You might possess the skills and resources to start up the business alone, but it can be greatly beneficial to have someone there helping you along the way and giving their ideas to the project too. Decide if there is anyone you know who you could go into business with.
Can you afford it?
Running a business is an incredibly expensive business when you take into account the taxes, materials, shipping, employee wages and office rent. Decide whether or not you can possibly afford to run the business in the first place before you just dive in blindly. You could find that you need the help of an investor or even a loan from your bank to get you up and running before you are stable enough to go it alone.


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2015 Suzuki GSX-650F ABS Review
2015 Suzuki GSX-650F ABS on www.Totalmotorcycle.com
And the GSX650F has one more feature that you'll appreciate – a price tag that will leave you smiling…
Here's fuel-injected proof that sportbikes don't have to be one-dimensional. The GSX650F, featuring an ideal balance of sportbike excitement and all-around versatile performance. With standard ABS braking*.
It offers crisp handling, so you can turn any winding road into a ride to remember. Its liquid-cooled four-cylinder engine is tuned for strong low-end and midrange power, for smooth and easy riding around town. Whether you're on the back roads or the open highway, you'll appreciate the GSX650F's comfortable design, including a more upright seating position that makes all-day rides a pleasure.
*The ABS is a supplemental device for brake operation, not a device for shortening stopping distance. Always remember to reduce speed sufficiently before approaching curves.
The Suzuki GSX650F is an all-rounder in the truest sense. It provides a blend of performance, practicality, fun and value for money that is almost unmatchable. With the perfect balance of sports-bike excitement to make any twisty road a pleasure, to the all-round versatility for even the most experienced rider to enjoy, the GSX650F stretches the standards that are expected of an all-season, middleweight bike. With impressive features, smooth and powerful engine performance and room on-board for two to go touring; this is a machine that will turn any aspiring motorcyclist into a Suzuki owner. Taking styling inspiration from the GSX-R series, this is a well-thought out bike built with comfort, enjoyment, reliability and mileage in mind.
2015 Suzuki GSX-650F ABS www.Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
Digital Antilock Brake System (ABS)* monitors wheel speed and matches stopping power to available traction.
*The ABS is a supplemental device for brake operation, not a device for shortening stopping distance. Always remember to reduce speed sufficiently before approaching curves.
KYB Suspension:
Pre-load adjustable front and rear suspension designed to soak up the bumps but still provide sporty handling.
GSX-R Style Instruments:
Including analogue tachometer, a digital LCD speedometer, fuel gauge, gear position indicator and shift light indicator.
Low 790mm Seat Height:
Making it easier for the rider to touch the ground at standstill and offers improved mobility when parking. The one piece seat design also makes two-up riding more comfortable.
Adjustable Levers:
Span adjustable clutch and brake levers for all day comfort.
Cutting Edge Fuel Injection Technologies:
Suzuki's Dual Throttle Valve and advanced digital fuel injection systems for instant throttle response, linear power, easy starting and economical running.
6-Speed Transmission With Hydraulic Clutch:
Optimised to make the best use of the power and torque for swift acceleration and comfortable cruising with an easier pull on the clutch lever.
2015 Suzuki GSX-650F ABS www.Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve fuel injection system for smooth acceleration. Fuel injectors are compact and lightweight with 4 hole injectors for optimum fuel atomization and greater power output.
A large capacity exhaust system utilizes a high capacity catalyzer and an oxygen sensor to meet strict Euro 3 and Tier 2 emissions requirements while still providing strong performance throughout the rpm range.
Cam profiles are chosen with an emphasis on low-to-mid range power output and help to deliver highly accessible performance that is well suited to an entry level rider.
Compact, liquid-cooled, fuel injected, DOHC 656cc engine utilizing a bore and stroke of 65.5 mm x 48.7 mm and featuring strong and easily accessible power and torque.
Piston rings are manufactured with ion plating treatment using Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) for a smoother surface, increased durability and reduced friction and reduced oil consumption.
Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Material (SCEM) coated cylinders deliver high heat dissipation and allow for better ring seal while reducing blow-by and mechanical losses.
The cylinder head achieves a narrow valve angle of 17 degrees intake and exhaust for high intake and exhaust efficiency.
The GSX650F keeps cool with a high efficiency radiator combined with a 190mm electric cooling fan controlled by the ECM and a high output water pump with a bearing-less design for reduced weight.
Six speed transmission works smoothly with a hydraulic clutch for crisp shifting in a variety of riding conditions.
41mm forks are designed for a smooth ride and are preload adjustable for a variety of riding conditions.
A stylish full fairing design with styling cues taken from the high performance GSX-R series for a sport-inspired look with full fairing protection for the rider.
GSX-R inspired instrument cluster includes a step motor driven tachometer, multi-function LCD for dual trip meters, reserve trip meter, clock, fuel gauge, and a useful gear position indicator with GSX-R inspired shift light.
Rebound and preload adjustable rear shock works in conjunction with a link-type rear suspension for excellent road holding performance.
Wide, comfortable one piece seat with low seat height for increased rider and passenger comfort.
Compact fuel tank is designed for an easy reach to the handlebar with a narrow mid section while still retaining a full 19.0 L (4.2 Imp gal) of fuel capacity.
Double cradle steel frame provides excellent balance, nimble handling a unmatched rider comfort with a sporty overall feel.
Handlebar is rubber mounted for reduced vibration.
Tokico 4 piston front brake calipers are used with 310mm floating discs for optimum braking performance and combined with a pin slide two piston rear caliper and a 240mm rear brake disc.
2015 Suzuki GSX-650F ABS – www.Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $NA USD
2015 Suzuki GSX-650F ABS – www.Totalmotorcycle.com Canadian Specifications/Technical Details
Canada MSRP Price: $8199 CDN
Type 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Displacement 656cc (40.0 cu. In)
Bore x Stroke 65.5 mm (2.579 in) x 48.7 mm (1.917 in)
Compression Ratio 11.5 : 1
Transmission 6-speed constant mesh
Overall Length 2130 mm (83.9 in)
Overall Width 790 mm (31.1 in)
Overall Height 1235 mm (48.6 in)
Wheelbase 1470 mm (57.9 in)
Ground Clearance 125 mm (4.9 in)
Seat Height 770 mm (30.3 in)
Curb Mass 245 kg (541 lbs)
Suspension Front Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Suspension Rear Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Brakes Front Disc, twin
Brakes Rear Disc
Tires Front 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless
Tires Rear 160/60ZR17M/C (69W), tubeless
Ignition Type Electronic ignition (Transistorized)
Fuel Tank 19.0 L (5.0 US gal)
Standard Warranty 12 Month unlimited mileage limited warranty
2015 Suzuki GSX-650F ABS – www.Totalmotorcycle.com European Specifications/Technical Details
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £6285 GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)
Dimensions and Weights
Overall length: 2130mm (83.9in)
Overall width: 760mm (29.9in)
Overall height: 1235mm (48.6in)
Wheelbase: 1470mm (57.9in)
Seat height: 790mm (31.1in)
Kerb Mass: 241.0kg (531.3lbs)
Fuel capacity: 19.0litres (4.2 UK gallons)
Ground clearance: 125mm (4.9in)
Engine Specifications
Engine capacity: 656cc
Engine: 4-stroke, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Bore: 65.5 mm x 48.7 mm
Compression ratio: 11.5 : 1
Lubrication: Wet sump
Ignition: Electronic ignition (transistorised)
Fuel system: Fuel-injection
Starter: Electric
Transmission: 6-speed constant mesh
Drive: Chain
Power: 62.35kW @ 10500rpm (84.00hp)†
Torque: 61.50N.m @ 8900rpm (45.00lb.ft)†
Chassis Specification
Front suspension: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear suspension: Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Front brakes: Disc, twin
Rear brakes: Disc
Front tyres: 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) tubeless
Rear tyres: 160/60ZR17M/C (69W) tubeless
Suggested Starting Price shown does not include tax, title, or destination charge. Dealer prices may vary.
Manufacturer Specifications and appearance are subject to change without prior notice on Total Motorcycle (TMW).


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Structural Evaluation of Roof Structure/
Splitting Edge Axe Throwing
SSM was involved in a renovation project to structurally evaluate the existing roof structure for support of new units for heating and cooling the axe-throwing space. The roof structure is composed of wood framing supported on riveted steel trusses. The roof is original to the building and dates to the late 1800s, when steel was just becoming a common material for roof construction. When the building owner opted to support the units along the centerline of the building, SSM developed the structural design drawings for a new steel frame to be supported on the existing steel trusses. SSM then verified that the existing trusses were capable of supporting the added weight.


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Feel free to contact Bud Stowe with any suggestions or updates.
This page has information and news of interest to the members. For a full list of forthcoming events, see "Calendar" on the menu and for a list of results see "Results".
North American Pairs District Finals.
Congrats to Brad & Katie Albers for winning Flight C!
Also Gregg Walsh & Richard Freedman were 3rd in Flight A.
Congratulations to new Life Masters:
Nanette O'Reilly &
Denise Dornbier
Here's the complete Cornbelt Sectional event winners:
Event Winners.
Toby & Rich once again scored most overall masterpoints:
Masterpoint Winners.
Gregg Walsh, John Gustafson, Pete Wityk and Richard Freedman were next best.
Here's all the Cornbelt Sectional results.
Evelyn Mintzer had a stroke during Monday's bridge game. She is in ICU at a hospital.
There is a lot going on at the Bridge House, which is exciting. First, we owe thanks to Kate Reynolds for organizing the Stars of Tomorrow sectional, which took place on August 17 – 18. This is a great way for non-life masters to earn the silver points that are necessary to reach life master, without having to play against more expert players.
Following closely will be the Cornbelt Sectional, which runs from September 12-15. There will a newer player pair events on Friday and Saturday, and open pair games at the same time. Thursday night will be the Eight is Enough Game, which will start at 7 pm. Sunday will feature single event Swiss teams at 9:30 and 1:30. This is stratiflighted, so if everyone on a team has fewer than 1,000 points, they will not be required to play in the open teams session.
A bonus for this tournament will be a brief lesson on Saturday, September 14 given by Rich Newell, which will focus on defense. This is free, and is open to anyone who is interested. It will start at 9:00 and will wrap up in time for people to buy entries to the pair games, which start at 10:00. We hope to see you playing at some or all of these games, as well as at Rich's lesson.
Also coming this fall will be mentoring games. The scheduled dates are on Friday, September 6, 27, October 18 and November 7. Any player with fewer than 300 points is invited to have a mentor, and any player with more than 300 points we hope will volunteer to mentor. Sign-up sheets will be posted soon. Please consider volunteering to help newer players learn about basic bidding conventions, get some pointers for defense and become better acquainted with etiquette at the bridge table. Please talk to Tom Olsson or Kate Reynolds if you need more information.
Finally, in October the unit will hold elections for the Board. That will occur during the week of October 5 – 11. We need new faces on our Board, and I hope that you will consider running. We welcome nominations, but Bill Wallace and I will be recruiting new members in the next month. We will have a dinner on Friday, October 11, with the unit providing the main dish. Members whose last names begin with N-Z are asked to bring a side dish or dessert. There will be a free game, immediately after the general meeting.
Thanks to all of the people who are helping to keep the unit running, and to all of the players who are so eager to learn and enjoy this crazy game.
Carolyn Sabroske
Unit 216 President
September, 2019
Word is that Eugene Herman and Terry Brown won back-to-back Gold Rush Swiss Team events --- for 22 MPs.
Great job!
Also - I see Mr. Newell and Dr. White scored a 3rd place overall Friday for over 19 MPs.
It takes a lot of cooperation and time to run a successful Regional Tournament.
There are lots of people who need to be thanked. First and foremost, we have Nancy and Dee Wilson who chaired the tournament. They spent countless hours working with the Sheraton, arranging the set-up and break down, planning and executing delicious lunches everyday, and coordinating volunteers, among other things. In addition, their daughter Melissa was there every day to help them, and she doesn't even play bridge.
That brings us to all of the volunteers who helped out. I will try not to forget anyone, so please remind me if I do.
Janice Kimm and Mary Lou Agocs handled partnerships, which included being at the partnership desk Monday through Saturday, morning to night.
Toby White gave an instructional lecture on No Trump, including sample hands, which were fascinating to bid and play. I learned a lot, and hope that you did too. Denise Dornbier and Becky Joseph took care of registration and getting everything organized for that event.
Rich Newell and Val Laing gave some great presentations on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday evenings. Thank you to them and to Kate Reynolds who set these up, and publicized them. On a side note, Rich Newell was instrumental in setting up the playing schedule.
Newcomers were ably assisted by Bonni Newton who arranged the luncheon with Lois Kriebs. Bonni also provided cookies for the newcomers, a nice treat. Paul Spong and Bonni also gave lessons geared to the 0-200 players. Rose Legg and Robin Koger assisted in arranging partnerships for the newcomers. Rose incidentally made beautiful convention card holders that were sold during the tournament, so thanks for that additional help.
Bertie McKinley and Sally Nelson manned the registration desk the entire week, which was a big help.
In addition, there were many who helped prepare and serve the breakfast (Mike Smith), and the lunches, including Susan Seitz, and Barb and Bruce Martin. Thanks to everyone who played and helped to make this a fun tournament.
August 2019
This is the latest note from the BridgeWebs.Com folk:
We now believe the new server is working 99% as it was before the crash and you should now be able to access Bridgewebs as you did before.
We are continuing to monitor emails and logs to return to 100% as soon as possible. We also have to complete some housekeeping, which shouldn't affect the site. If you believe there is still an ouststanding issue, please let us know. This server is 50% more powerful than the last server and we are hoping we can now have another long period of reliable and stable performance.
The move to a new server was forced on us by an issue with the Server crashing on May 21st and subsequently on 23rd May and an urgent recommendation to switch to a new server as soon as possible. We have been working on the new server ever since then and all last week ready to go live on Monday morning June 3rd. Unfortunately, there was another issue on June 1st that prevented us moving over as smoothly as we had planned. We have been updating the Forum and updating the Web Admin message regularly since. Some services on the server were also lost. Our top priority was to get the new server up and running as soon as possible.
In particular, we found an issue with uploads from Scorebridge and this is now working.
We have now found that 2 security certificates pointing to the same site is not easily accomplished, so we have switched all secure access back to https://www.bridgewebs.com. Please ignore www.bridgwebs.org. This wasn't the plan, the failure of the updates at the hosting company at the weekend meant that we had to switch the domains over manually and use bridgewebs.org until bridgewebs.com had propagated around the world. Last Friday we had planned and expected a seamless instant switchover.
Please return to using https://www.bridgewebs.com/......
We are also switching the development/backup server to a new faster server. The weekly and monthly backups will be available on that to provide increased resilience.
Medallion Party
Saturday, June 1
Potluck at 11:30
Game at 12:30
Unit will provide the main dish
Last names A-M, please bring a side dish or dessert
Come Celebrate the 2018 Winners of the Ace of Clubs and Mini-McKenney Races
Questions please see Sally Meixner
Congratulations to the
Ace Of Clubs Winners for 2018
0-5 Masterpoints
Kathryn Kunert
Beth Scoles
Marilyn Coonley
5-20 Masterpoints
Cindy Sue Bunge
Kathleen Lillis
Laura Mirsky
20-50 Masterpoints
Steve Whitaker
Ewa Pratt
Kaye Lozier
50-100 Masterpoints
Roberta Riddle
Larry Cupp
Rhonda McCoy
100-200 Masterpoints
Barb Covert
Bill Stork
Denise Dornbier
200-300 Masterpoints
Becky Joseph
Philip Hayne
Nannette O'Reilly
300-500 Masterpoints
Betty Torgerson
Jon Hoy
500-1000 Masterpoints
Jean Friedrich
Kristin Welter
Rick Hendryx
1000-1500 Masterpoints
Iola Aldrich
Janice Kimm
Lester Cadwell
1500-2500 Masterpoints
Carolyn Miller
Frances Logsdon
Joann McDonald
2500-3500 Masterpoints
Tom Olsson
Douglas Stark
Jim McGinn
3500-5000 Masterpoints
Toby White
Pat Holt
Al Mintzer
5000-7500 Masterpoints
Peter Wityk
Jim Swanson
Ray Schoenrock
7500-10000 Masterpoints
David Stark
10,000 Plus Masterpoints
John Gustafson
Valerie Laing
G M Prabhu
Congratulations to the Mini-McKenney Winners for 2018
Saul Mirsky
Joanne Emery
David Nelmark
James Graves
Brad Albers
Sally Meixner
Richard Kelly
Sally Nelson
Ron Stein
Ann Olsson
Richard Newell
It is great to have all of our snowbirds back! And, wow, can we ever use your help!
We have two special events coming up quickly. On June 1, we will honor the Ace of Club and Mini-McKenney Race winners. The list is now posted at the bridge center. We will have a free lunch on Saturday, at 11:30, with the unit providing the main dish. We do ask that everyone whose last names begin with the letters A-M, please supply a side dish, salad or dessert. Then there will be a game at 12:30. I hope that you will come out to congratulate the winners.
Then, July is our biennial regional. It will run from July 1-7, at the West Des Moines Sheraton. We will have three sessions of games on Tuesday, July 2 – Saturday, July 6. There will be two games on Monday, July 1 and Swiss Teams on Sunday, July 7. There are lots of opportunities to earn the coveted gold points.
But wait, that is not all! On Monday morning before the games begin, Toby White will be presenting a workshop on No Trump. We want to attract duplicate and non-duplicate bridge players, so please let your friends know about this. There is a fee for the class, and you are asked to pre-register. Please check with Nancy Wilson if you have any questions.
So, where do the volunteer opportunities lie? All over. A giant poster has been strategically placed in the bridge house. You can help with registration, with food before the games begin or with hospitality after the last game of the day (running approximately from 10:30 pm – midnight). If that doesn't work for you, perhaps you could help out the decorating before the games start, help out taking pictures of our winners or assist in tear down when the festivities end.
This is our only time to win a lot of gold and red points without having to travel, and it only comes every two years. We hope that you will support Unit 216 by helping with the tournament and playing at the tournament.
See you at the table,
June 2019
I was saddened to hear Nancy Wittwer suffered a stroke recently. I'm not sure I know anyone outside our unit who loves the game of bridge as much as she. I can't recall a sectional in our unit that she hasn't attended. I wish her the best and a speedy recovery.
Update May 6th: She was back playing bridge in Wichita this last weekend!
Richard Newell andToby White
31.81 MPs each!
Eight Is Enough Swiss Teams:
Richard Newell
Toby White
Phillip Hayne
Brad Albers
Morning Stratified Pairs:
A - Rich Newell & Toby White
B - Debra Tvrdik & Lynda Peterson
C - Irene Boyd & Carolyn Sabroske
New - Bonnie & Don Orris
Afternoon Stratified Pairs:
A/B - Jean Friedrich & Janice Kimm
C - Gerry & Brenda Oliphant
New - Patricia Boe & Maureen Busta
A - Rich Newell & Toby White
B - Holly Lawyer & Bonni Newton
C - Robert Klare & Janice Strop
New - Bonni Orris & Kathy Shriver
A - Bill Kent & Doug Stark
B - John Swartz & Bob Solar
C - Tracey Ball & Philip Hayne
New - Ewa Pratt & Laura Mirsky
Morning Swiss Teams:
A - Toby White, Rich Newell, Gregg Walsh, & Richard Freedman
BCD - Steve Whitaker, Denise Dornbier, Rebecca Joseph, & Nathan Pike
Afternoon Swiss Teams:
A - Toby White, Rich Newell, Gregg Walsh, & Richard Freedman
BCD - Richard Kelly, Linda Kelly, Tracey Ball, & Bruce Pattison
NOTE: Results on the web site are messed up somewhat as the date/time stamps of files conflcted with actual play dates.
There are several special events coming up in the next few months. First, there is the Spring Festival the first weekend of April. On Thursday evening, we will have Eight is Enough at 7 pm. Friday and Saturday at 10 and 3, there will be open pair events along with newcomer events (please check the stratification of the newcomer events, as they have changed to better reflect the players who participate in these games). Finally on Sunday, there will be two Swiss team games at 9:30 and 1:30 with an optional lunch between games. Since we have two completely separate games, the point awards are higher than for all-day Swiss teams. If you have any questions, please see either Nannette O'Reilly or John Melberg. If you need help finding a partner, please contact Brenda Oliphant (500 points +) and Mark Davis (under 500 points). I hope to see many of you there.
In May the Grand National Team District Finals will be held at the Bridge Center. This is your opportunity to play locally and qualify to win money to play at this summer's Las Vegas NABC tournament. Please see the Unit 216 website for the flyer, with details on times, stratifications and fees. This is something that you must have qualified for over the past year. You can find your qualifications on the ACBL website.
Finally, in June we have the medallion party, where we celebrate the top three finishers in our local Ace of Clubs and McKenney races. This will take place on Saturday June 1, during the regular Saturday game. There will be lunch, with the unit providing the main course and the remainder of the lunch being a potluck. We hope that you will make plans to attend this fun event.
Thanks to all who are planning on participating in these events. We hope that you will find them rewarding.
April 2019
Wishing Charlotte and Fred Hubbell all the best and a speedy recovery.
Repeating last Spring's Sectional dominance, Dr. John wins most masterpoints once again!
Here's the full list of Holiday Sectional Masterpoint Winners.
The new location for the Marshall Duplicate Bridge Club of Marshalltown is :
Glenwood Place Retirement Community and Assisted Living
2907 South 6th Street
Marshalltown, Iowa 50158
Our weekly open game begins at 6 p.m. Wednesday.
Larry D Park
Marshall Duplicate Bridge Club #141317
Club Director
Parking is not allowed behind the Bridge Center.
Note from Cobblestone Property Management
Congratulations to Valerie Laing and Dave Stark who scored over 60 masterpoints at the regional in Council Bluffs held October 22-28, 2018.
From the election held October 19th, 2018, new unit board members are:
Barb Maas
Tom Olsson
Sally Meixner
Kristin Welter
Departing are:
Kate Reynolds
Rich Newell
Margie Brennan
Penny Rittgers
Congrats to Toby and Rich. They did it again.
Cornbelt Masterpoint Winners
Photos taken by Kate Reynolds:
Congratulations to Becky Joseph and Denise Dombier who amassed the most masterpoints at this weekend's Iowa Gold NLM Regional.
Here is the complete list of Masterpoint Winners.
Due to the tornado that hit Marshalltown on July 19, the Marshall Duplicate Bridge Club has relocated to the Fisher Community Center, 709 South Center Street in Marshalltown. The Marshalltown Club was playing their weekly Wednesday game in the Marshalltown Senior Center whose roof was severely damaged by the tornado. The club's supplies were not damaged and were removed from a closet in the Senior Citizen's Center on July 23 by club members Mel Dostal, Bill Hobson, Larry Park and Paul Rober. None of the club members were injured in the storm and only slight property damage was reported.
The Marshall Duplicate Bridge Club meets:
Fisher Community Center
709 South Center Street
Marshalltown, IA 50158
Open game Wednesday 6 p.m.
--- Larry Park, Club Director
On Friday, June 22nd, the unit had "The Longest Day" in support of Alzheimer's.
There were many games run throughout the day. Nancy Wilson chaired it.
Schedule of the Longest Day events.
Please read this notice from our landlords: Schoenauer Property Management notice.
Toby & Rich just won THREE open pair events in a row (30+ masterpoints for EACH) at the Minnesota Regional.
Photo shows Rich & Toby holding the Larry Oakey Trophy for winning the Thursday game.
That wasn't good enough. They went on to win Friday's Open Pairs event and then Saturday's.
Picture was shared by Rich's dad & sister on Facebook (rightly proud).
Super impressive!!
Congratulations to the Mini-McKenney Winners for 2017
Bill Lackermann
Karen Cordes
Mike Murphy
David Grace
Bobbie Riddle
Dana Terndrup
Rhonda McCoy
Nathan Pike
Katie Albers
Barb Covert
Philip Hayne
John Melberg
Liz Rosenthal
Betty Torgerson
Birdie McKinley
Rae Gene Burger
Iola Aldrich
1500- 2000
Bud Stowe
Brian Kelly
Ron Stein
Judy Wolf
Rich Newell
Jessie Chance
Pete Wityk
David Stark
10,000 +
Val Laing
G. M. Prabhu
Ace Of Clubs Winners for 2017
David Grace
Ewa Pratt
Dana Terndrup
Barbara Covert
Bruce Heilman
Philip Hayne
Brad Albers
Penny Rittgers
Shirley Krentz
Carolyn Miller
Kay Stowe
Pat Holt
Jessie Chance
Sandy Swanson
Jim Swanson
10000 +
Val Laing
Congratulations to Dr. John Gustafson who amassed the most points at the Spring Festival Sectional.
Complete list of Spring Festival Masterpoint Winners.
Congratulations to Harry & Terry Swanson who were inducted April 17th into the Iowa Volunteer Hall of Fame!
Above they are joined by daughters Anna and Amy.
Colleagues at the FreeStore nominated Harry & Terry Swanson for a volunteer award for their work at the FreeStore. The FreeStore is one of the Bridge Center's frequent charity recepients helping (mainly) children and families hurt by domestic violence.
They have been elected for the Iowa Volunteer Hall of Fame award, the winners were announced April 17th in the Capitol.
Here's a link to the nominees for the 2018 award:
Volunteer Hall of Fame 2018: People's Choice Award
Saturday, March 10th, Pete Wityk turned 70.
Susan Furtwangler, Jill Southworth, and Diane Sweet have February 2nd birthday.
We're fortunate to get such great goodies on birthdays!
January 4th-7th, 2018 --- The Hawkeye Holiday Sectional.
Gregg Walsh chair.
Now was Toby White on fire or what?
Toby won two individual events outright, and runner-up in another.
He was on the winning team in both team events.
Complete list of masterpoint winners
Sunday Swiss Teams: Mark Wellman, Phil Hayne, Brad & Katie Albers
Saturday 3pm Stratified Pairs: Susan Furtwangler & Nannette O'Reilly
Saturday 10am Stratified Pairs: Roberta Ann Riddle & Diane Sweet
See Results for complete details.
Congratulations to Susie Thompson who made Life Master after winning Gold Rush Pairs at the Holiday Regional.
Congrations to Claudia Beckman and Marilyn Jones who are new Life Masters.
Great job Brad & Katie Albers, Kristin Welter, and Betty Torgeson on winning (getting 15 GPs, and earning $2,000 towards trip to Toronto) the Grand National Teams.


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Grace is a Mountain
As I'm in the process of writing Wild and Free, I've been digging up some old writing to jar loose words and feelings. I found this short piece about grace that I wrote in 2008. It still feels very true today. I pray it resonates with you as well.
We went hiking last week, which was out of character, but so sweet. It wasn't like us to seek out such a challenge for enjoyment, but the massive steps - lunges straight up with babies strapped to our back - felt really purposeful and right. I was heaving, my shirt was soaked, Glory passed out, Elias cried, Nick stayed strong. We could see where we wanted to go and see what it was we were going to conquer, it was still hard. I almost had to laugh as we watched skinny punk boys in tight v-necks with cups of coffee - walking with their scantily clad, flip-flop wearing gals, stroll quickly by us. We were still heaving, still having to take breaks to catch our breath and recommit to our mission.
I hate to say, but reaching the top didn't feel beautiful or inspiring. It felt like sore calves, wet t-shirt, and oh crap, we still have to go back down. Babies unimpressed by the biggest mountain they may ever see, adult eyes not so much staring in wonder but stinging with sweat. There was even a spat at the top because Dad didn't take a flattering picture of mom. To add insult to injury, we went the wrong way down and had to drive around the mountain backwards to get home. "You can't go under it, can't go over it.... must go around it", he says when we realized we've just added time to our trip.
Grace has begun to feel that way for me, for others. Such a huge mountain to climb - to forgive, or even forget. To allow myself humanity and patience and so many many mistakes. A good day has begun to feel less and less sweet when at dinner I realize there is still laundry, still a quiet time, still emails unanswered. I'm panting with exhaustion over my sin and yours; I remember it as my human legs lift me slowly out of bed in the morning and when I feel them aching in the night. Our entire existence screams a lack of competency, a need for the Fixer. I don't believe my cries for righteousness and I don't know what your voice sounds like when it's truthful. I don't know how to walk forward in full knowledge of both of our sin. Sadly, I don't know how to walk forward in full knowledge that I am so far from the full understanding, and only to know it in part cripples me.
Grace is the obscure mountain that I tried to climb in a dream & Jesus shattered the whole great rock for me to pass out to everyone else. When I woke up I realized that try as I might, I could never climb it. If I happen to look up, I'll see others running by me - completely comfortable, completely unhindered, calling others to come with them. I want to jog up beside them and keep their pace - be the one beckoning to others too.
Instead my burden is to stop trying to go up it or around it.
Grace must swallow me whole.


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Last week, Collection announced that its cult favourite concealer range had been expanded with new shades, and we couldn't be more excited.
With a long list of beauty blogger fans that shout about it regularly – from Zoella to Pixiwoo, and having tried it for ourselves, we can definitely vouch for the fact that the Lasting Perfection Concealer is the best alternative to high-end options such as the Tarte Shape Tape Contour Concealer (£22) or the Nars Creamy Radiant Concealer (£24).
Not only is the formula thick enough to hide blemishes, dark circles, redness and imperfections, but it's also lightweight enough to not look cakey and creased, meaning you'll never need to spend more than £4.19 on a concealer once you've tried it.
Whether you're using it to highlight and brighten the undereye area after a few too many late nights, or you're hiding an unwelcome spot that's just appeared on your face, this versatile product is an essential for every makeup bag and at less than £5, you can't go wrong. At Style HQ, we prefer to use it sparingly, as a little goes a long way.
Don't get us wrong, there's definitely still a long way to go before the range caters to all skin shades, which is something the beauty industry as a whole also needs to address, but it's a step in the right direction.


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Nyepi ( meaning "to keep silent") falls on the day after the dark moon of the spring equinox when the day and night are of approximately equal duration. In 2018 Nyepi Day Of Silence begins on 17th March at 0600 and lasts till 060018th March.
Day in Bali is a New Year celebration unlike anywhere else on the planet. Bali's celebrates the Saka New Year as the Bali Day of Silence, an ultimately quietest day of the year, when all of the island's inhabitants abide by a set of local rules, which brings all routine activities to a complete halt. Roads all over Bali are void of any traffic and nobody steps outside of their home premises. Most Balinese and visitors regard it as a much-anticipated occasion. Some expats and those coming from neighbouring islands prefer escaping Bali for the day rather, due to restrictions that surround the observance. Some visitors check coinciding dates ahead before their Bali trip, avoiding it altogether. Nyepi is worth experiencing at least once in a lifetime, especially since the preceding and following days offer rare highlights to behold!
Hotels are asked to cover their windows, all shops are closed, all! No light or candle will be lit in any Balinese home, no cars on the road, no motorbikes, no people. It's indeed a special experience, not only for the Balinese but also for all the visitors and tourists that are on Bali during Nyepi Day. If you are in Bali during Nyepi make sure you do not plan any traveling or outside activities.
Read more at: http://www.bali-indonesia.com/information/nyepi-day.htm?cid=ch:OTH:001


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With just two days left until the California primary, candidates from across the state have been stepping up their game in order to finish some last minute campaigning. Yard signs, phone banking, walking precincts, and attending community events have always been the cornerstone to a successful campaign.
With two major political reforms shaping this year's primary, however, candidates might have to alter their campaign strategies. As noted by IVN's Chad Peace,
With Proposition 14 and nonpartisan redistricting now in effect, candidates in California must be responsive to all the voters in their district, not just the partisan majority.
Instead of merely appealing to a party base, candidates must now appeal to all voters in their district, including independents. So how are candidates adjusting their campaigns to appeal to a broader voting demographic? One thing we've noticed is an increase in social media.
While we expect social media giants like Barack Obama to launch weekly campaigns on Facebook and Twitter, it is less expected that our local elections be covered via Facebook and shared via Twitter. In a growing age of technology, digital strategies have become a must, and candidates from across the political spectrum are responding to the need for social media.
Since we've been tracking some of the California candidates on Twitter, we have come across some unique, creative, and even funny uses of social media in campaigning. Here are a few of our favorite tweets leading up to the June 5th primary:
Sid Voorakkara (D), running in California's 79th State Assembly District, incorporated congratulating this year's National Spelling Bee Champion into his Twitter campaign strategy, by spelling out his name:
Congratulations to @ScrippsBee National Spelling Bee Champion San Diego's own Snigdha Nandipati! V-O-O-R-A-K-K-A-R-A for ASSEMBLY! — Sid for Assembly (@Sid4Assembly) June 2, 2012
Looking through Independent Nathan Fletcher's tweets, who is running for Mayor in San Diego, it becomes clear that an integral component of his social media strategy is directly engaging with his followers. He re-tweets and responds to followers, incorporating his Twitter followers into his campaign.
Love itRT @RyanTrabuco: Helping @NathanFletcher today by wearing this awesome shirt! #VoteFletcher #Fletcher2012 twitter.com/RyanTrabuco/st… — Nathan Fletcher (@nathanfletcher) June 3, 2012
Known for his grasp of technology and social media, Rep. Darrel Issa (R), running in Congressional District 49, has a very active Twitter account, with close to 42,000 followers. Because of his familiarity with the internet, Issa takes on a more informal tone in most of his tweets, and like Fletcher, re-tweets and responds to his followers on a regular basis.
So grab your coffee and join me on @FoxNews in five minutes on @WhiteHouse #energy rhetoric vs reality. #keystone #jobs — Darrell Issa (@DarrellIssa) June 1, 2012
Scott Peters (D), Congressional candidate in California's 52nd district, shares a photo of his family, inviting his followers into his life on a more personal level.
#CA52: meet my parents Harvey and Ruth Ann. They're here for my son's graduation and Election Day! twitter.com/ScottPetersSD/… — Scott Peters (@ScottPetersSD) June 1, 2012
Another candidate who has successfully shared photos using social media is Chad Condit (No Party Preference) from California's 10th Congressional District. Along with sharing photos of his family, supporters, and the campaign trail on his Facebook Page, Condit also uses Twitter to reach his base.
Have you seen our bench yet? What do you think? #condit4congress twitter.com/ChadCondit/sta… — Chad Condit (@ChadCondit) April 3, 2012
Have you seen your candidates effectively using social media? Share with us some of the best tweets you've seen this election season!


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Casualties of Change
Gabe Hart
I watched a film a few months ago that has more or less floated along the periphery of my thoughts ever since. It was titled A Ghost Story and was about the passage of time and the way humans seem to find a way to tear down and rebuild everything over and over again. More than that, however, it's about one man's attachment to a physical place. Throughout different scenes in the movie, a young couple is seen discussing the possibility of moving from the house where they live. The house is inauspicious. It's a two-bedroom ranch with a living room, kitchen, and a den/study. There's nothing particularly elegant or beautiful about it, however the man doesn't want to leave it. In one particular scene, his wife asks him, "What is it you like about this house so much?" He responds with one word: "History."
As the film progresses, we find that the man passes away and is stuck in this house as a ghost. He is anchored in that dwelling as time moves past him, and he sees the new occupants of the house generation after generation. He watches as the house begins to crumble under the weight of time. He's there when the house is finally demolished to make way for an office park and, eventually, high-rise office buildings. By the end of his journey, the place where the house once stood is unrecognizable. What's in its place, however, is capitalistically successful and thriving. The stories that the original house once held are gone. The house, itself, is gone with no remnant of it to be seen.
More than any other manmade structure, individual houses have the most stories to tell, especially the old ones. The conversations that were had around a table. The Christmas tree decorating in the living room. The mother caring for her sick children in their bedroom. The light floating through a west-facing window at the end of a day. A late night dance to a Roy Orbison record in the kitchen of a newly married couple.
If a house could record and play back what it has seen over the course of its life, scenes like these and millions more would be told. At some point, though, houses weather, neighborhoods change, and we tear down and begin to build again. Those stories dissipate in the dust or are painted over with the semi-gloss of renovation and restoration.
Downtown Jackson is going through a facelift of its own right now. As phase two of the Jackson Walk progresses, many old homes are being razed or renovated. Three state-of-the-art apartment buildings have recently been completed on the land where the old West Jackson Baptist Church used to stand. Morgan Street Development signs mark empty lots where old houses once recorded their own stories. Concrete steps lead to empty spaces, a part of the past lingering in what is to become a revitalized district.
Change is normally something that is seen when looking back from a distant point in the future; rarely do we see it as it's happening. Phase two of Jackson Walk is an exception to that rule. In order for change to occur, however, something must be replaced or removed. There are always casualties of change.
In the summer of 2013, I purchased a home on the three hundred block of Division Avenue. It was a mile from where I grew up. The previous thirteen years had been spent living in north Jackson. When I moved to Division, it felt like I had moved to a different a town. Truthfully, nostalgia brought me back here. I couldn't bear to see any more subdivisions or apartment complexes or chain restaurants. I wanted old trees and sidewalks and houses with full front porches. I wanted original craftsmanship in my house. I wanted high ceilings and thick walls and built-in bookshelves. What's more, the three hundred block was extremely affordable. My end of the street was (and is) diverse. Ages vary from young adult to senior citizen. There are multiple races living on and around my street. It was exactly where I wanted and needed to be.
In the last few months, however, I have started to notice things I hadn't seen before. There were houses being renovated, and "for rent" and "for sale" signs were being put up in front of them. A house two blocks down was being sold for $120,000! That's almost double what I paid for mine. Personally, this is a great thing for me. My home value has risen and will continue to rise. The homes that are being restored add beauty to my street. I see more people walking their dogs on the sidewalk in front of my house. These are things I envisioned when I moved here. However, I still can't help but wonder what happens to all the people who were renting those houses that were unkempt and falling apart. Where do they go? Are they the casualties of change?
This past December, my school held our staff Christmas party at Rock'N Dough. It was the first time I had ever been a part of an official school function that took place anywhere remotely close to downtown. (I've been teaching for fifteen years.) I decided that I would walk to the party from my house which is just under a mile from downtown.
As I walked south on Prospect, my neighborhood began to change. I walked over to Hawthorne Street and saw the beautiful old homes that date back to the early 1900's. Then a home on the left side of the street caught my eye. It had clearly been restored, but it looked like a new house trying to be old. I couldn't quite decide what I thought about it, other than the fact it stood out from everything else on that street.
Just south of Hawthorne, the change was complete. Through the December trees, I could see the new construction of Jackson Walk, phase two, but right in front of me was a house with two pit bulls chained in the backyard. Half the ceiling was sagging on the front porch. Two blocks south, there was what appeared to be an abandoned multi-housing unit in which every single window was shattered. The next four blocks were more of the same. My ears were filled with the incessant beeping of heavy machinery in reverse. Nearly all of my senses were impacted by change in the present moment.
I began to wonder then (and continue to wonder now), as downtown continues to progress, how long can two distinct neighborhoods survive simultaneously? Is it even possible? I know, without a doubt, that this change is benefitting me personally and the city overall, but are we benefiting at the expense of people who are limited in their socioeconomic progression?
I'm a member at the LIFT Fitness Center, the cornerstone of everything that is the Jackson Walk. The route I drive from my house is always the same: Prospect, Arlington, Campbell, Deadrick, Johnson. As construction began this summer, my daughter and I would always see a man on the front porch of his old, white house, watching the bulldozers level the land. As I was walking to my school Christmas party, I wanted to stop and ask him what he thought of this new progress. When I made my way down Morgan Street in his direction, I noticed that it was gone. Gone—like there had been a rapture for old homes. How had I not noticed it? How long did it take for that house to disappear? In all honesty, it probably only took an hour to wipe away whatever stories and memories that house held in its bones. Where did that man go? Was he even there at all? Logically, I know he was. I know that house was there, too, but now there's just a leveled piece of land where it used to stand.
Downtown Jackson is on its way to being something truly special. We're in the beginning stages of growth that is only going to strengthen our city as a whole. With the additions of theLOCAL, the Shoppes of Seven Three One, and other small businesses like Tattoo Station, people are choosing to build their lives downtown. Phase two of the Jackson Walk offers people a residential version of that same choice. Recently, I heard a high-ranking member of the school district say, "People are moving downtown because they want to, not because they have to." Ten years ago, the majority of people who lived near downtown did so because it was affordable. Now people are living near downtown because it's an exciting place to be. And therein lies the challenge.
Can we as a community find the balance between progressing toward a promising future and caring for the stories and lives that exist on that road to change? Is there way to preserve that history other than faux architecture that mimics the past? What are we doing to make sure there are no casualties of change?
In the past thirty years, multiple studies have been done to improve the diversity of low- and middle/high-income neighborhoods. A common thread ran through many of the studies, and that thread was the ability of children of poverty to escape that cycle by having their family placed in affordable housing in a middle-income neighborhood. Could this be something that Jackson could do before our next development starts up? We could have renovated districts and lessen the concentration of poverty at the same time. These types of solutions are also exciting parts of change, not simply new restaurants and new boutiques.
Three years ago, two women stayed at my house through Airbnb as they made their way from Brooklyn to New Orleans. One was an editor at the Huffington Post and the other a filmmaker who was finishing up some footage in New Orleans. We sat on my porch on a Saturday morning in May and talked about my neighborhood. Anna Leah (the filmmaker) kept commenting on how much enjoyed my street because of the character of the homes and the diversity of the neighborhood. She mentioned (more than once) how gentrified Brooklyn had become over the last several years. She told me that my neighborhood reminded her "of what a real neighborhood should look like." Yes. A real neighborhood has history and diversity. Let us all strive for that. Let's add to our story while taking precious care of our past and all who make up our community.
Gabe Hart is an English and Language Arts teacher at Northeast Middle School. He was born and raised in Jackson, graduating from Jackson Central-Merry in 1997 and Union University in 2001. Gabe enjoys spending time and traveling with his daughter, Jordan, who is eight years old. His hobbies include reading, writing, and playing sports . . . even though he's getting too old for the last one. Gabe lives in Midtown Jackson and has a desire to see all of Jackson grow together.
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Archive for January, 2009
Dentistry / Dental Referrals
Coronary Calcium Scores
Beginning today we will be getting coronary artery calcium (CAC) scores
on some of our CPU patients who consent to participate in a study. For
you, this means you may have a research assistant approach you and ask
that a CAC study be ordered on a given patient. This is a non-contrast
CT of the heart that involves minimal radiation or time. It can be
ordered in the "ED Attending Only" order section in IBEX.
Thanks up front for your help- any questions let me know.
Viewing Pay Stub
1. Log on to sinai central
2. Hit Home
3. Hit employee self service
4. Hit payroll on line
5. enter your sinai central password again
6. on left side- hit view
7. On right side, after a second, your stub should appear.
Induced Hypothermia Update
Hi all,
Since FDNY is now following our post-arrest hypothermia cases, it is imperative that we provide optimal care. Four points have come up over the past few weeks:
Who does not need hypothermia:
Poor baseline status is a contraindication to induction of hypothermia. Generally if the patient is > 75 y/o, debilitated and/or chronically in a nursing home, they are not a good candidate for hypothermia. A patient with baseline dementia is also not a good candidate. If you cannot ascertain the patient's baseline mental function and they are >75, it may be better to err on the side of not inducing. These patient groups will not benefit from the thearpy and when they never wake up their inclusion leads to demoralization of the care providers.
When we were writing the protocols for NYC, we strongly considered making age over 75, regardless of level of function, a contraindication. We left it out b/c of the rare circumstance of the 80 y/o that looks like they are 60 and have an absolutely prisitine level of function. These patients are rare and do not live in nursing homes, they don't have contractures, and they don't have indwelling catheters. I welcome any thoughts or dissenting views on this point.
Time of Induction:
In patients who will benefit from hypothermia, it is crucial that induction starts as soon as possible. Every minute wasted decreases the benefits. Get a rectal temp to establish a baseline and then start iced saline right away. Do not wait for a-lines, central access, or any other procedures.
Probe Location:
It is all about the esophageal probe. Rectal probe location should only be used if the patient cannot receive a tube down their esophagus.
How to get the form:
As soon as ANY post-arrest patient comes in, go to ehced.org under protocols and ENTER THE PATIENTS MEDICAL RECORD NUMBER. This will take you to the form. Do this every time, do not use an old form you had stashed away. Do not enter random numbers just b/c you don't want to find the MRN> This is critically important, please, please enter the real MRN in order to get the hypothermia instructions form. When the form is filled out, scan it in and then give the original to the ICU resident.
tutorials, articles, and videos are up at hypothermia.emcrit.org
Scott Weingart
No more blood cultures for PNA patients
Just to be clear- blood cultures are NO LONGER NEEDED for core measure compliance in pneumonia patients.
This is consistent with available evidence so you are no longer faced with deciding between good medicine and core measure compliance.
Continue to order blood cultures on the patients you believe are septic (regardless of source) just please, please, please… no more blood cultures on the routine PNA admit.
One additional point:
If you order and draw blood cultures after antibiotics are given the case becomes a core measure outlier so please discourage your medicine colleagues from ordering late blood cultures on admitted pneumonia patients…
AMAC 10 digit number
Until further notice, if you are unable to reach AMAC through the regular number, try 718-786-8279.
HIV Test Results Access Through EDR
Good evening, just a reminder about needlestick patients – we are able to obtain the results of the rapid HIV tests done on the patient – it is in EDR – see below for details
in EDR – put in pt name/mr
Resident Menu
Date/Time: select: ALL DATA
Format: select: SHOW DETAILS OF ALL TESTS
Select: PROTECTED (last on the pull down menu)
Click Get Data
thank you
Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) Guidelines
The TIMI Guided ACS Protocol is now available here as well as the MI Flowsheet.
Reminders about Sinai workplace needlestick
1. there is a reference in copies
2. there is an H and P in copies that must be filled out and scanned into the chart
3. after 5pm, and on weekend please contact the ID fellow for needlestick from an HIV+ source pt
thank you
Pediatric Surgery Consults: Saturday Night
Whoever is on for peds surgery is on call all the time, 6 days a week. The exception due to 405 rules is Saturday (their one calendar day off per week). From Friday midnight through Saturday overnight the general surgery resident on consult (the same person the adult side calls) is on for pediatric E.D. consults as well. There is a designated person up to midnight friday, at 12:01AM its the general surgery consult resident.
IV Flow Rates
standard pink IV:
20 gauge (.8 mm) x 30 mm angiocath
max flow rate = 60 ml / minute
standard green IV:
18 gauge (1 mm) x 30 mm angiocath
max flow rate = 105 ml / minute
standard grey IV:
16 gauge (1.3 mm) x 30 mm angiocath
max flow rate = 220 ml/min
procedural IV:
18 gauge x 64 mm angiocath
max flow rate = 85 ml/min
medial (blue) & proximal (white) lumen of triple lumen catheter:
18 gauge x 190 / 180 mm
max flow rate = 26 ml/min
distal (brown) lumen of triple lumen catheter:
16 gauge x 200 mm
max flow rate = 52 ml/min
cordis / introducer:
8.5 french (2.8 mm) x 100 mm
max flow rate = 126 ml / minute
max flow rate with pressure bag @ 300 mmHg: 333 ml / minute
Discharge of HIV patients
Patients with HIV who do not have primary care should be referred to the Jack Martin Fund Clinic.
Needlestick Procedures
NB from Andy: all needle sticks / body fluid exposures must have a body fluid form filled out and scanned into the record. The forms can be located under copies > MD Forms > Needlestick H&P and Needlestick Reference.


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Women's Basic Pistol
This class teaches Women's Basic Pistol. It is designed to reach students who are brand new to firearms (and maybe have never picked up a gun before). The fundamentals of shooting will be introduced, reviewed, and built upon. Specifically, this course is all about sharing the basics – along with the fun, the seriousness, and the importance of being a responsibly armed female.


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Join the Science Club to get this plus everything else from Citizen Scientist, all for $6.66 a year. Help me help the Dark Lord!
I'm not sure if you want me on the phone with my life. I'm so tired of being a little bit of a sudden. I'm not going to be able to see. The fact that you are the best way to go out of my life is so much for me to be able to get a job. I'm at a time when you are a lot more than a month. All the way to the point of view of a lot of the best way to go to bed.
Track listing:
- You Are a Lot More Than a Month
- The Best Way to Go to Bed
Guitar, drums, artwork & production by Nora the Janitor. The photograph was shot north of Bismarck, North Dakota. Equipment used includes: Strymon BigSky Multidimensional Reverb, Strymon Deco Tape Saturation & Doubletracker, Strymon El Capistan dTape Echo, Red Panda Particle (Granular Delay & Pitch Shifting), EarthQuaker Devices Bit Commander, TC Electronic Flashback X4 Delay, DigiTech Luxe, CAD Microphones, American Fender Stratocaster, Gretsch Catalina Club, Tama Rockstar, Yamaha MT120S Four-Track Cassette Recorder, Avid Pro Tools 10.
This is CS015.


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Trusted News for Credit Union Leaders • October 13, 2019
Credit Union Times Digital Edition
The book contains seven chapters that cover tax advantages, multi-Life advantages, policy design, plan communication and implementation. The fact sheet will be an eye opener for any business owner. With stats like the annual cost to companies for workers lost productivity due to elder care responsibilities is estimated at $2,110.00 per employee, to the tune of 33.6 billion a year; a business owner cannot afford not to pay attention.
This book in conjunction with working with a specialist can provide you, your employees or just your executive staff a plan to cover ones assets.
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ABA Vows to Sink JOBS Bill if MBL Hike Included
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United Kingdom based startup Seedrs, the world's first fully regulated equity crowdfunding platform open to investors and entrepreneurs throughout Europe, has received an investment from AFT Holdings, an international investment and management company.
"As an international investment group, we are proud patrons of the vision and commitment of passionate people all over the world," said J. Douglas Hines, chairman and general partner of AFT Holdings, Inc. "It is a thrill to be a large part of Seedrs' effort to drive the democratization of the investment process, which opens the door to a far greater cross-section of the population than traditional venture capital or angel investment platforms."
Since launching crowdfunding in 2012, 58 Seedrs startups have raised more than £5.6 million ($9.1 million) in capital. In fact, the company recently used its own platform to secure £2.58 million ($3.5 million) of its own startup capital, setting a new world record for the most equity raised via an equity crowdfunding site.
"Seedrs is pumping new lifeblood into the financial system, helping to boost the local economies and Europe as a whole," said Seedrs co-founder and CEO Jeff Lynn. "We see this investment by AFT Holdings as a validation of the equity crowdfunding model, as well as the Seedrs mission to improve financial inclusion throughout Europe."
Hines said AFT Holdings was particularly impressed with the platform's "social" nature, which produces meaningful business connections in addition to funding.
"Seedrs is one of the only platforms in the world that allows people to invest in, rather than donate to, startup campaigns," Hines said. "This results in a network of truly engaged investors willing to provide strategic counsel and insight. In our experience, access to knowledgeable human capital is just as fundamental to a successful startup as seed capital."


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From the vast array of services to the personal attention you receive from our experienced staff, you will quickly discover what others call the BIG DIFFERENCE since 1977, we have made it our mission to pursue new technologies, products and services so that we can better serve our faithful customers on every facet of rig construction. Our knowledgeable account representatives coordinate the exact combination of services and products needed on every job from start to finish.
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Elizabeth Murray Workshops
My programs are always a combination of discovery, delight and expansion. Your imagination and connection to beauty, nature and creativity will deepen. Delicious local food awakens the senses along with beautiful surroundings, seasonal flower bouquets, and taking time to appreciate the beauty around you. Very popular for corporation spousal events as well as retreats for friends, mother and daughters, and all who seek to expand their creativity in a nourishing playful setting. Each program is individually tailored to the group. Workshops can be held at my historic home and gardens in Monterey or other locations around the world. Monet's Gardens in Giverny France, Rancho La Puerta, Mexico and in Botanical Gardens and Museums around the country.
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the gardens of giverny - 2019
If you've ever wanted to experience the brilliance of Monet and his extraordinary gardens in Giverny, France then I invite you to join me for an unforgettable and unique artistic adventure.
nature printing: the spring garden
This unique mixed-media workshop combines plant-pressing, printing plants, and hand coloring. Using flowers, foliage, feathers, and insects, create a charming composition that will be inked, pressed onto paper, and then painted.
life mapping
Find the central purpose of your life. You will discover and create your own personal road map for living your life dream, with heart and meaning in alignment with your highest destiny and calling.
sketching and watercolor
Fun, quick drawing lessons to deepen your ability to see, your hand and eye skills, and to learn about simple and clear good design elements- what makes art sing?
i-phone photography
Use layered apps to create your own stunning images. Engage with beauty, create, play, enjoy walks in nature, historic gardens and architecture.
hand made books
Beautiful hand made papers will inspire you for covers and inset papers. This project is both fun and satisfying to make and have.
hand tied bouquets
You will have the pure pleasure of selecting your favorite colors and flowers from hundreds all chosen for you. This traditional European way of creating a flower arrangement in your hands is practical and very charming.


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Get ready for a super fast cars and sports adventure, in our new Fast-Lane-Challenge game. Be the best driver in town and prove your skills behind the wheels, as you try to overcome all your opponents one by one. Make sure you cut curves like a professional driver to be able to win the race. Getting the car around is pretty easy, but when you need to handle it through a designated path, it gets tougher and tougher. Enjoy fancy and powerful cars in the Fast-Lane-Challenge game and score big with your super-car .
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About jobs in the Czech Republic at AT&T
We're proud of our team in The Czech Republic. In fact some of our most complex challenges are tackled by our Brno team from around the globe. How? By delivering great service, coming up with new ideas and pushing the limits of technology. Are you in?
Location: Brno, Czech Republic
Serves as the customer advocate within the maintenance process. Demonstrates ownership and accountability for all maintenance processes (including but not limited to Trouble Management and Resolution, Communication, Project Management, Corporate Strategies Support and Business Directions, Performance Reports and Data Analysis) on behalf of the customer. Works closely with systems teams to improve processes and automated systems. Crosses organizational boundaries and overcomes traditional hierarchical structures by commanding and committing AT&T resources to respond to and resolve any and all maintenance issues.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- will support planned maintenance activities, inventory development, root cause analysis and NPS initiatives. - will support billing initiatives. Task may include tracking disconnects, credits, 72 hour notices and invoice review. - will support service delivery related initiatives. Task may include Customer Not Ready (CNR) support, Disconnect in Error (DIE) support, Test and Turn Up (TTU) support, Jeopardy support and MACD escalations.
Key Competencies and Skills:
- Expertise in AT&T systems and service assurance - Ideally 2+ years of experience - Customer interaction and delivering customer-focused results - Mobility, Provisioning and Billing is a plus - Knowledge of AT&T Business Products
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Bachelor's Degree
Great job if you like the shifts and don't mind taking calls
Great benefits, 5 weeks training and ongoing training, mostly supportive managers, good facilities, competitive pay.
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A "Wholy Meal"
Friday, September 25, 2015 by tday
by The Rev. Neal Halvorson-Taylor
McIlhany Parish
Charlottesville, Virginia
On Sunday mornings in the middle of a gritty Northeast city, I was part of a congregation that ate its way into the purity and joy of God's reign. As the parish priest, at the high point in the celebration of the Eucharist, I elevated a loaf of freshly baked bread and proclaimed, "This is my body broken for you." When I broke the bread, a wisp of steam rose from the fractured body of the still warm loaf.
For the congregation, eating the consecrated bread was more than a ritual act, it was a taste sensation – molasses and anise mixed with nutty whole wheat flour – of Swedish Limpa bread. A fellow church member mixed the bread dough at night, let it rise, and baked it in the church kitchen oven, fresh for the Eucharist.
On the laden food table at the coffee hour that followed worship, the uneaten, consecrated loaf was offered alongside other loaves baked. People devoured the hearty and delicious loaves. As folks ate and talked and laughed, there seemed to be something more, something deeper at work than eating post-event refreshments. Perhaps, the Eucharist extends its consecration of bread and wine to the other food the congregation shared. Perhaps the holy table became the fellowship hall table. And, perhaps, the parish ate its way into God's joyful reign through the food offered to us and made sacred by the one we were gathered to worship.


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The Spring Pop Culture Fair will be held on March 13, 2016 at 11410 Kingsway - Alberta Aviation Museum. The vendor package is available to be downloaded on the Pop Culture Fair website under the vendors tab. Hope to see you there!
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Traders will watch market action carefully on Tuesday to see if stocks can demonstrate a successful retest of the lows ahead of what some expect to be a lackluster earnings season.
Analysts said Monday's trade was mostly a continuation of Friday's technical intraday upward reversal after an initial plunge on the weaker-than-expected jobs report.
"The fact that the market already had a severe correction heading into those numbers, maybe a lot of the bad news was already priced in," said Anthony Valeri, investment strategist at LPL Financial.


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Keen Fanfiction opns the door to the existence of the horrifying concept of Keen Slash-fiction... -- DHeadshot
Only one of these is fanfiction. The other is an essay on a subject within the keen universe. Therefore I propose a subcatagory for essays. There may be only one at the moment, but this may expand in the future and the wiki should be prepared for this eventuality. -- DHeadshot 17:07, 10 October 2009 (GMT)


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I loved meeting Alyssa and Richard for their maternity photo shoot. They were sweet, easy going, and so thoughtful and loving with each other. It is such an exciting time for them, and they already have an incredible amount of love for their growing baby. Wishing you a comfortable and easy next few weeks! Enjoy your Sneak Peek! xoxo