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Guest Jack Pelton is with Aviation Alliance LLC, a new venture created to remanufacture Cessna 421s as the Aviation Alliance Excalibur. He's the retired Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer for Cessna Aircraft Company. Currently, Jack is serving as Chairman of the Board and acting President/CEO for the Experimental Aircraft Association.
We talk with Jack about remanufacturing aircraft and how older airplanes like the 421 could be victims if 100LL goes away, and how Aviation Alliance has set up the business to utilize the services of other companies.
Also we discuss the numnber of open leadership positions at aviation associations, lithium ion batteries, how AirVenture is looking for this year, the effects of sequestration, current drivers for business aviation, and even Jack's antique airplane collection.
The week's aviation news:
- Revealed: Pilot of Air France jet that crashed in Atlantic Ocean killing 228 people had just ONE HOUR sleep before flight
- Principato to Leave ACI-NA
- Why the 787 battery fix will work
In this week's Australia Desk:
Airport news from Australia: a new airport, a new runway, and a new lounge. Also attendance at the Avalon airshow.
Find more from Grant and Steve at the Plane Crazy Down Under podcast, and follow the show on Twitter at @pcdu. Steve's at @stevevisscher and Grant at @falcon124. Australia Desk archives can be found at www.australiadesk.net.
- Business Jets and ATC User Fees: Taking a Closer Look.
- Girls With Wings, Inc.
- Flying the Feathered Edge
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AF447 Comment: Rob was spot on about the effects of sleep deprivation and skills. However, another rumor that is much more of a French stereo type has emerged.
In the final chaotic moments before Air France flight 447 crashed into the Atlantic Ocean in 2009, it took the captain of the aircraft, who was on a scheduled break, more than a minute to return to the cockpit, despite his two co-pilots' frantic calls for help, black box recordings showed.
BTW: Ron IS A.R.R.P. Eligible!
Although it was never revealed what delayed Capt. Marc Dubois, two independent sources told ABC News that the 58-year-old veteran Air France pilot was traveling socially with an off-duty Air France flight attendant named Veronique Gaignard.
Jean-Paul Troadec, the director of BEA, the French authority conducting the investigation into the Flight 447 crash, told ABC News that Gaignard was not part of their investigation because the agency was "not interested" in the "private life of the pilot." Troadec added that he did not think Dubois's alleged relations with Gaignard aboard the plane would have played a role in the accident.
Air France 447 was on an overnight trip from Rio de Janiero to Paris on May 31, 2009 when it vanished. The plane crashed into the Atlantic Ocean in the early morning hours of June 1, 2009.
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The assumption 100LL will go away is highly erroneous and highly ignorant. The 1200 volcanoes on the planet place more lead and other toxins in the atmosphere in a year than all of the entire 100LL fleet in 100 years. Help stop the stupidity on 100LL. 100LL is not a problem, has never been a problem, and will never be problem compared to all of nature's toxins routinely challenging our and the planet's health. The blind have been leading the blind so far on 100LL; or highly unacceptable and highly unlawful fraud to date on 100LL.
Remanufacturing aircraft within the confines of the existing FARs by small shops is much smarter than a dedicated company doing remanufacture making changes which will generate politically motivated airworthiness directives (ADs).
Or refurbishing aircraft to better than new condition strictly following the original type certificates will result in a higher quality product at a lower price. No need to take my word for this. Talk to any A&P/AI small shop refurbishing older aircraft and compare quality and pricing. There is no doubt in my mind the refurbished aircraft will be better than anything new; based on my experience more than anything else.
The commenters notions on Air France 447 are one of the worst distractions seen in my lifetime. If a doppler style radar had been in place as back up giving a ground speed indication when all three pitot tubes failed due to icing, the accident would not have happened. This root cause is so incredibly obvious to any trained person who has examined the data, there is almost no room for discussion. If anyone, i repeat anyone has what they think is an alternative answer, please, please, please supply it where everyone can read it.


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Community groups are holding a public art party to celebrate the covering of Pittsburgh's Andy Warhol Bridge in colorful yarn.
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There are many significant elevations in the Grison Alps, including the Tödi at 3,614 m and the highest peak Piz Bernina at 4,049 m. Many of the mountain ranges feature extensive glaciers, such as at the Adula, the Albula, the Silvretta, the Bernina, the Bregaglia and the Rätikon ranges. The mountain ranges in the central area are very deep, some of which are considered the deepest valleys in Europe. These valleys were originally settled by the Raetians (Rhaeti).
The canton borders on Liechtenstein to the north, Austria to the north and the east, Italy to the south and southeast, and the cantons of St. Gallen to the northwest, Canton of Glarus, Uri to the west, and Ticino to the southwest. The capital city is Chur. The world-famous resorts of Davos and St. Moritz are located in the canton.
In 1367 the League of God's House (Cadi, Gottes Haus, Ca' di Dio), was founded to resist the rising power of the Bishop of Chur. This was followed by the establishment of the Grey League (Grauer Bund), sometimes called Oberbund, in 1395 in the Upper Rhine valley. The name Grey League is derived from the homespun grey clothes worn by the people. The name of this league later gave its name to the canton of Graubünden. A third league was established in 1436 by the people of ten bailiwicks in the former Toggenburg countship, as the dynasty of Toggenburg had become extinct. The league was called League of the Ten Jurisdictions (Zehngerichtebund).
The first step towards the canton of Graubünden was when the league of the Ten Jurisdictions allied with the League of God's House in 1450. In 1471 the two leagues allied with the Grey League. This was caused by the inheritance of the extinct Toggenburg dynasty possessions by the Habsburgs in 1496. This meant that the leagues allied with the Swiss Confederation. The Habsburgs were defeated at Calven Gorge and Dornach, helping the Swiss Confederation and the allied leagues of the canton of Grisons to be recognised.
The last traces of the Bishop of Chur's jurisdiction were abolished in 1526. The Musso war of 1520 drove the Three Leagues closer to the Swiss Confederacy. The lands of the canton of Graubünden were part of the Helvetic Republic, but the "perpetual ally" of Switzerland became a canton in 1803. The constitution of the canton dates from 1892.
The arms of the three original leagues are now all part of the coat of arms of the canton.
The Graubünden are known for a dried-beef delicacy called Bündnerfleisch and for a nut and honey pie known as Bündner Nusstorte. Another specialty, predominantly made in the western part of Grison, is Capuns a hearty meal of meat, cheese and salad leaves.
There is wine production around the capital Chur. Chur is also an industrial centre. In the southern valleys of Mesolcina/Misox and Poschiavo there is corn (maize) and chestnut farming.
The languages spoken in Graubünden are German in the northwest (54%), Romansh in the Engadin and around Disentis/Mustér (31%), and Italian in the valleys Mesolcina/Misox, Calanca, Val Bregaglia, and Poschiavo (15%). Graubünden is the only canton of Switzerland with three official languages.
Romansh is an umbrella term covering a group of closely-related dialects, spoken in southern Switzerland and all belonging to the Rhaeto-Romance language family. These dialects include Sursilvan, Sutsilvan, Surmiran, Puter and Vallader. Romansh was nationally standardised in 1982 by Zürich-based linguist Heinrich Schmid. The standardised language, called Rumantsch Grischun, has been slowly accepted. Romansh has been recognized as one of four "national languages" by the Swiss Federal Constitution since 1938. It was also declared an "official language" of the Confederation in 1996, meaning that Romansh speakers may use Rumantsch Grischun for correspondence with the federal government and expect to receive a response in the same language. Romansh has an official language at a cantonal level. Municipalities in turn are free to specify their own official languages.
The main religions are Catholicism and Protestantism. Both are well-represented in the canton, with Roman Catholics forming a slight majority.
See also: Municipalities of Switzerland


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I have written this for all those guys who need super specific step by step instructions. I have tried to add absolutely everything in order to get you up and running in the fastest possible time. Forgive me if I seem to be over complicating the process by describing things such as USB cables, but you would be amazed by how many questions we get regarding the simplest most basic things. Hopefully this will help everyone.
The first thing to do before ANYTHING is to make sure that Cronus Pro is installed correctly and is updated to the latest version and that your CM is also updated to the latest version. This is Step 1 and should be done before you do ANYTHING else. It will also determine that everything is working correctly before you even touch a controller.
To connect the CM to your computer you will need a Mini USB cable. Make sure this cable is working for data and not just charging. The #1 issue users have is that the USB cable that they are using is for charging cell phones and not for data transfer and they think the CM is faulty. See this page that shows you all that you need to know about the I/O of your CM. The Mini USB cable connects to the PC PROG port (4) on the CM, you do not connect the output USB socket (5) of the CM to your PC when programming.
1. Download the latest Cronus Pro for CronusMAX from here <-----Do not download from anywhere else or perform an online update from an older version.
2. When installing to Windows 8 you may see a SmartScreen error - just ignore it and install (Click More Info > Run Anyway), Microsoft security throws up more false positives than a baby on a pea soup diet.
3. To check that everything has installed correctly and Cronus Pro is interfacing with our server, the Online library should be showing the latest community uploaded GPC scripts and the banner on the right will appear (we use this to show you our latest updates). If you can see everything you are good to continue to the next step. If not then you have some AV software or firewall blocking access. I know that tools such as Malwarebytes causes issues. This is something you will have to solve yourself as it's a problem with your computer and not Cronus Pro. Do not continue until your Cronus Pro looks like the "Good Connection" image below.
If you have no AV tools causing this then there may be a write permissions problem with your Windows setup. To get around this copy your Cronus Pro folder from the installed location (usually C:\Program Files (x86)\Cronus Pro) to your desktop and try again.
4. Cronus Pro has a built in update option that checks if you have the latest version of Cronus Pro software or CronusMax firmware installed (again, you need to be online). An update usually brings new features, improvements, and bug fixes.
The update procedure is not performed automatically, simply select the Tools menu and you will see the options to update CronusPro or the CronusMax firmware.
5. Cronus Pro Update. Select Tools > Cronus Pro Update. If you have the latest version it will say that there is no update needed.
If an update is required it will tell you what the latest version is and you will be prompted to download, so click next to download and then click update. Cronus Pro will restart and you will see that it is now the latest version.
6. ControllerMAX Firmware Update.
You must first connect your CM to your PC via the PC PROG port and a Mini-USB cable (this must be a full data cable and not a charging cable. 9 times out of 10 when a CM will not update it is because of a bad USB cable, so if you have problems, try another mini-USB Cable. We have had customers with 5 cables and only 1 of them worked properly - there are many poor quality / power only cables out there that are useless for this kind of operation. The newer version CronusMAX are supplied with a compatible Mini-USB cable.
Click Tools > Firmware Update. If your CM is up to date with the latest firmware you will see a screen that looks like this:
If you have an outdated firmware then you will be greeted by this notice:
Depending on how old the firmware is it will either just update straight away or kick your CM into Firmware Recovery Mode. I will show the Recovery Mode steps.
As you can see Cronus Pro has detected the latest version of firmware but cannot recognize the firmware on the CM, so it will act as if it's blank and will program a recovery firmware. Click Next.
The Recovery Firmware has now downloaded. Click Next to program.
Now unplug the USB cable from the CM and then reconnect. The following screen will pop up. Click OK.
Cronus Pro has now detected that the CM is programmed with the special Recovery Firmware and will update to the latest version found online. Click Next.
The CM is now flashed with the latest firmware. Click Finish.
To check if everything is working correctly simply goto Tools > Firmware Update and the screen should now look like this.
The bottom left of Cronus Pro should also indicate that the CM is connected and will display the firmware version.
In cases where you were unable to complete the update, by power loss or other reasons, the ControllerMAX will not work properly. In these situations, connect the ControllerMAX to your computers USB via the PCPROG port, press the reset button on the back of ControllerMAX TWICE with a paperclip to force it to enter into firmware recovery mode and you can then repeat the steps above (the LED will display P - see the LED guide for more info) on and you can then repeat the steps above. You can also follow this guide.
Also feel free to watch this video by one of our loyal users GamerNoobHD
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A Paris court upheld an earlier decision condemning extreme-right leader Jean-Marie Le Pen for "contesting" the Holocaust.
On Thursday a Paris appeals court upheld a 2008 decision, and said Le Pen was guilty of "the contestation of crimes against humanity."
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Nairobi — A picture published in The Standard this week showing legs of four women MPs unsettled the House after a member drew the attention of colleagues to it.
The picture showed four pairs of legs and asked readers to identity their owners who happen to be sitting female MPs.
Mr Hussein Gabbow (Wajir North, ODM) rose on a point of order to alert the House to the picture "showing nude legs of parliamentarians" and asked the Speaker's direction on the same.
Questions on the integrity of the House arising from the photograph were raised even as one MP wondered why some female MPs put on skirts that are considered short.
"Is it in order for female MPs to put on short skirts and dresses because sitting here as MPs we also get confused?" asked Mr Benjamin Washiali, (Mumias ODM).
However, his comment elicited sharp reaction from Ms Millie Odhiambo (nominated). "I have a right under the Constitution to put on whatever I want," she said and criticised the photograph published on Monday.
MPs want action taken against the photographer and editor of the newspaper. The Speaker is expected to give a ruling on the matter next Tuesday.


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People stand near the broken car windows of the car carrying Saudi diplomat Khaled al-Enizi at the scene of a shooting attack in Sanaa November 28, 2012. REUTERS/Khaled Abdullah
SANAA: Gunmen shot dead a Saudi diplomat and his Yemeni bodyguard in Yemen's capital Sanaa on Wednesday in an attack a local security source said appeared to be the work of al Qaeda.
The killing, the latest attack on security officials and politicians in the U.S.-allied state, underscores the challenges facing Yemen since an uprising that began last year toppled President Ali Abdullah Saleh.
Attackers in a four-wheel drive vehicle opened fire on a car carrying Whaled al-Enizi, an aide to the Saudi military attache, near his house in a neighbourhood of Sanaa, a Yemeni security official said. The diplomat and his Yemeni guard died instantly.
No one has claimed responsibility but the security official said authorities were "assuming that al Qaeda was behind it".
"If this is the case, it would be the first time al Qaeda has used a car to carry out an assassination," he said. The official said previously militants have used motorbikes, often without licence plates.
AQAP, regarded as al Qaeda's strongest regional wing, has mounted operations in Saudi Arabia and tried to launch attacks against the United States.
Restoring stability in Yemen is an international priority because of its strategic position adjoining not only oil exporter Saudi Arabia but also major shipping lanes.
President Abd-Rabbu Mansour Hadi took over as head of state in a Gulf-brokered power-transfer deal in February, and later Yemen's army drove Islamist fighters out of southern strongholds in a military operation backed by the United States.
Washington has also stepped up drone strikes on suspected militants.
A Saudi official at the Foreign Ministry in Riyadh confirmed the Enizi's killing, the state news agency SPA said.
The Saudis are a major donor to their poor neighbour and hosted the signing of the deal for Hadi to take power.
Hadi, in a call to Saudi Interior Minister Prince Mohammed bin Nayef, described the attackers as "terrorists" and vowed to bring them to justice, the state news agency Saba said.
In October, masked gunmen shot dead a Yemeni man who worked in the security office of the U.S. Embassy in Sanaa, weeks after Abdulilah Al-Ashwal, a senior intelligence official, was killed in a drive-by shooting in the capital.
Islamists linked to al Qaeda are still holding the deputy consul at the Saudi mission in the southern city of Aden, whom they seized in March. They have demanded a ransom and the release of women prisoners held in the kingdom.
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Trail Blazers rookie is afraid of historic statues
People have fears of many different things.
Heights. Spiders. Death. Cardinals quarterbacks.
But one thing most are not afraid of is statues, specifically of the historic variety.
However, Portland Trail Blazers rookie Damian Lillard is very much afraid of anything that resembles someone historic, whether it be of the wax variety or any other make.
According to an interview he did with USA Today, Lillard explained he does not know the exact moment when his automatonophobia occurred, though he says he noticed an uneasy feeling a couple years ago during a visit to a wax museum before his senior year at Weber State.
"The last room was Barack Obama, Oprah Winfrey, Martin Luther King, Malcolm X, George Washington, Abraham Lincoln � all these big-time historic people, and it looked just like them. Same size," he said. "They had music playing in the room to set the mood, and it just threw me off."
"Ever since then I've done. Even at Lake Oswego (near Portland), I drive past the cemetery, and there's a statue of Jesus with his hands up. That even scared me. I don't mess with statues no more.
"It's the idea that they're from so far back, and so big in our history. Just to see something that looks so close to them, it's weird. It freaks me out."
We don't blame the guy, seeing how wax museums are incredibly freaky. But still.
Lillard, who was in Washington D.C. to play the Wizards Wednesday night, said driving through the city and seeing all the monuments "was crazy. All I could think of was Abraham Lincoln getting killed."
We're not one to make fun of someone for their illness, and we don't plan on starting now. That said, the best advice we can give the young man comes straight from The Simpsons, who once sang a song about not looking.


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The family of Rylan Strickland is raising money to get him into a special needs school. Now eleven years old, Rylan works hard, cares for all, and participates in sports, music, woodworking, and art. He is taking responsibility for his future, while learning to manage the effects of his extremely traumatic past. His grandparents, Kelen and Gary Prutow have exhausted all of their means. When they brought Rylan into their home when he was seven and profoundly troubled, angry, and anti-social. Medical and mental health professionals have provided substantial prolonged counseling and the needed medications to help Rylan stabilize and learn to manage after living in fearful and often life threatening conditions during his early childhood.
Children who experience abuse have a lot of problems. The good news is, with the right professional, they can live happier lives. The mental and emotional effects depend on how bad the abuse or neglect is, how often it happens, how long it's been going on, and who the abuser is.
Children who are abused or neglected are more likely to abuse other children and siblings and, later in life, their own children or elderly parents. They are also more likely to become involved in crime. This is why treatment is so crucial. Rylan's grandparents are being proactive in making sure Rylan has a chance at life. Rylan's improving yet often difficult behavior and medical conditions has forced him to leave multiple public and private schools. Long consultation with his entire care group produced the conclusion that the Vanguard School, in Lake Wales, FL, stands alone as the choice that offers the best chance of success in helping Rylan continue to grow in a productive and happy life.
A $10,000 scholarship has been awarded to Rylan by Vanguard as they clearly see his potential and greatly desire that he attend there.
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Welcome to the website of the College of Business Administration at California State University, Long Beach. CBA's core values are engagement, execution, and excellence.
Excellence is our ultimate goal. CBA is one of 711 business schools in 47 countries out of nearly 16,000 world-wide that are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International. AACSB standards require our faculty to maintain academic and professional qualifications and our students to achieve CBA's learning goals. We are committed to excellence in education, and our continuous accreditation since 1972 is a testimony to the hard work and dedication of our faculty and staff.
Our faculty is the foundation of our excellence. Between 2005 and 2013, 37 new tenure-track faculty members joined CBA. In fall 2014, seven additional faculty members will become part of the CBA family: three in Accountancy, one in Quantitative Methods, two in Strategy, and one in Supply Chain Management.
CBA also provides outstanding opportunities for learning, growth, and development outside the classroom. The Ukleja Center for Ethical Leadership and the Student Center for Professional Development engage students in professional activities that extend beyond academic degree requirements. Through seminars, mentoring relationships, and service to the community, participating students develop substantial real-world experience.
The Ukleja Center partners with the Long Beach Chamber of Commerce to sponsor Living Ethics Every Day, where former PIMCO CEO Mohamed El-Erian was the 2014 keynote speaker as well as the 2014 Nell and John Wooden Ethics in Leadership award winner. SCPD offers the Passport to Success to help students develop the interpersonal, leadership, and communications skills that employers are looking for in our graduates.
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Our students are working more hours than ever to afford their education, and privately funded scholarships and awards can make a measurable difference in their lives. Such support allows students to work less, study more, and participate in professional development programs, campus life, and community service--opportunities that contribute to a better prepared, better equipped California workforce. We are working hard to provide as many scholarship opportunities for our students as possible, and the support of our alumni and friends is crucial in these efforts.
Along a variety of dimensions, CBA engages our students in ways that enhance their academic and career success. I invite you to connect with us as we prepare future business leaders for California, the nation, and the world. If CBA continues to engage, execute and excel, I am sure that we can overcome any challenge that comes our way.
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Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today announced that a resolution has been reached in the case of Seth Fluharty, the Steubenville High School wrestling coach who was indicted in November by the special grand jury for failing to report child abuse or neglect.
"This resolution acknowledges how very important it is to report child abuse and neglect, said Attorney General DeWine. "Mr. Fluharty will be part of the work that is being done in Steubenville to educate students and school officials about the seriousness of sexual assault and the need to report these incidents."
Pursuant to the resolution, Fluharty agreed to the following:
Perform 20 community service hours at the A.L.I.V.E. shelter or other approved facility in the Steubenville area.
Attend a training session for Steubenville City Schools provided by the Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence (OAESV) to provide Steubenville school staff members with an overview of of sexual assault and to teach them how to co-facilitate the "Stand Up!" program for Steubenville students.
Defendant will have co-facilitated the "Stand Up! Steubenville" programs conducted in Steubenville High School and middle schools on April 10th.
If Fluharty successfully completes the terms of the agreement, the misdemeanor charges against him would be dismissed.
Fluharty's case is the third case to be resolved among the six individuals indicted by the special grand jury. Matthew Belardine and William Rhinaman, who were also indicted, have court appearances scheduled for April 22nd.


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Nothing refreshes and energizes like chocolate milk. Iowa farmers at the Justin Rowe farm near Dallas center handed out 10,000 cartons to RAGBRAI riders in just a few hours.
Photos by Gary Fandel.
May is Beef Month in Iowa, and we're sharing our top five ways to celebrate like a real cowboy or cowgirl. After all, Iowa's beef industry contributes more than $5.1 billion to the state economy and creates nearly 40,000 direct and indirectly related jobs. So pass the steak sauce and dig into these fun May Beef Month ideas:
1. Enjoy Iowa's Best Burger. The Coon Bowl III, a bowling alley in Coon Rapids, was named the 2012 winner of Iowa's Best Burger Contest by the Iowa Beef Industry Council. The Coon Bowl III uses an 80/20 blend of ground chuck, one of the most popular blends for tasty burgers. Customers can ask for any extras, whether that's "running the burger through a garden" by requesting lettuce and tomato or adding cheese, bacon or mushrooms as toppings.
2. Join Team Beef. Do you plan to run a 5K, half-marathon or marathon event, or bike the RAGBRAI route this summer? Then become a member of Team Beef, a group of Iowa athletes who promote the benefits of consuming lean, nutrient-rich beef in boosting their performance. Team Beef members participate in popular events, such as the Dam to Dam race in Des Moines. They also receive a free Team Beef T-shirt to wear on race day. To sign up, visit http://www.iabeef.org/teambeef.aspx.
3. Try a new beef dish. Break out of the suppertime rut with creative, easy beef recipes. A few new favorites:
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– Steak carne asada tacos, http://picky-palate.com/2011/05/02/restaurant-style-carne-asada-soft-tacos-with-guacamole-and-corn/
– French onion soup sliders, http://iowagirleats.com/2012/05/02/stuffed-french-onion-soup-sliders/
4. Know your cuts of beef. One of best ways to save money on groceries is to take advantage of sales at the meat counter. Learn more about the different beef cuts and how to cook them with the Interactive Beef Case (http://www.beefitswhatsfordinner.com/meatcase.aspx).
5. Get educated. Ever wonder about the difference between corn-fed and grass-fed beef. What about beef safety? Here's where to find answers from the experts:
– Grass-fed vs. corn-fed, http://www.bestfoodfacts.org/main/food_for_thought/0/30
– Cow-chow, an interactive game exploring what cows eat, http://www.explorebeef.org/cowchow.aspx
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Written by Teresa Bjork
Teresa is a features Writer for the Iowa Farm Bureau.
For the first time ever, I joined the Register's Great Annual Bike Ride Across Iowa (RAGBRAI) as it rolled through central Iowa last week.
Before the ride, my only experience with RAGBRAI was reading about it in the paper. But as a life-long Iowan, I figured I might as well see what all the hoopla was about.
And boy, am I glad I did! In just the 15 miles I rode along the RAGBRAI route, I saw the best of rural Iowa and agriculture on display.
I seriously was overwhelmed by the hospitality of the farmers along the way. I stopped at one scenic farm that offered free use of the restroom in the barn, a welcome alternative to the dreaded porta-potty lines.
A couple days earlier, I was invited to visit the Farmers Feed Us stop along the RAGBRAI route north of Kimballtown. Audubon County Farm Bureau member Greg Hansen opened up his farm to the more than 10,000 cyclists riding RAGBRAI this year.
Located on the top of a steep hill, his farm became a popular stop along the RAGBRAI route. Cyclists sought shade under the grain bins, and a few walked over to the feedlot to see the Hereford cattle.
Audubon and Shelby County Farm Bureau members greeted the RAGBRAI riders with free beef samples from the Iowa Beef Industry Council. They also handed out free ag-themed bike spoke cards designed by Iowa illustrator Brian Duffy.
Farmers from across the state joined together in the Farmers Feed Us effort, which aimed to educate RAGBRAI riders about Iowa agriculture and show farmers' commitment to providing safe, nutritious and affordable food.
"It's important to make sure consumers know what we do as farmers…," said Cass County Farm Bureau member and livestock farmer Stacie Euken. "RAGBRAI is such a diverse crowd, and with so many different backgrounds, we can reach a lot of people at one time."
Sue Creager, a RAGBRAI rider from Michigan, said she appreciated the chance to shake hands with a farmer. "It's good to put a face behind (your food), because all consumers see is a package in the store," Creager said.
Once again, Iowa farmers made a positive, lasting impression on the RAGBRAI riders. And after enjoying all hospitality and food (pork chops-on-a-stick!), I can't wait to ride RAGBRAI again.
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I admit it: I'm a studio voyeur. If I could peek in the windows of my favorite artists' studios without getting arrested, I'd do it in a hot minute.
And being a mixed-media kind of girl--jewelry, paper crafts, fibers, just about anything you can imagine, really--my studio hit list wish list is pretty long. To browse through what must be drawers and drawers of antiquities, ephemera, and gorgeous papers in Anna Griffin's studio would be heavenly to me. To see all the papers and found objects in Susan Lenart Kazmer's studio would feel like well-curated time travel, I bet, and the idea of being able to watch over the shoulder of my favorite jewelry designer Cathy Waterman or metal clay magician Christi Anderson as they sketch or create jewelry makes me giddy.
Boy was I relieved when I first discovered Cloth Paper Scissors Studios magazine a few years ago. I figure any guilty pleasure that they can make a magazine out of can't be so bad, right? Apparently I'm not the only one who loves to see inside artists' studios! So I asked a few favorite mixed-media jewelry artists to share a look inside their studios with us.
Kristal Wick's Mixed-Media Beading, Jewelry, and Fabric Arts Studio
"I have tried to keep a neat studio my entire life and that gene seems to be missing!" Kristal says, "Here's my buddy Linda's studio (my dream studio), and here's my attempt at organizing my studio! This is about the neatest I get. I have finally embraced my inner hoarder and faced the fact I will someday be on the show. I just hope they don't throw out my beads!
I have to agree with Kristal on this point: "This is how my brain works; I need to see my goodies to trigger inspiration, new designs, and color palettes. When I keep everything put away, neat and tidy, I feel better--like I can breathe again--yet I usually forget everything I have and sometimes buy it again! What's a clutterbug to do?"
Gail Crosman Moore's Lampwork Glass, Felting, Metal Jewelry, and Mixed-Media Studio
"So, here is the best unadulterated view of Crosman Moore Central," Gail says. "In this room, through alchemy, I turn pods into copper, clay into metal and glass into whatever I fancy! As far as order is concerned, I struggle. I missed that gift when they were handing attributes out. It takes an inordinate about of my energy trying to tame my materials and organize my space; I just keep trying!"
Eleanore Macnish's Lampwork Glass, Metals, and Mixed-Media Jewelry Studio
Eleanore on her studio: "My studio is an odd bird. It is my refuge, my workspace, and also a very familiar space for friends--which makes it different from many studios! Most studios are refuges for the artists that inhabit them, but mine is also a space for friends to congregate because it is what we, here in New Mexico, call a casita! It is a room with a bathroom and a sink, separate from our home, with French doors that open out onto our patio. It is a place to sit and talk when a friend "just needs to talk" over a cup of coffee or a glass of wine (depending on the time of day), and during the summer months when we have barbeques on the patio, friends wander in and out, sit and talk and explore the studio . . . looking in all the little nooks and crannies and drawers, which I love (and because they are my friends, I never have to clean up!). Everyone just carves out a little space on which to set their glass if the tables are full of projects!"
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Eleanore stores her jewelry-making findings in these "screws, nuts & bolts" organizers from Home Depot. "I put a little piece of orange masking tape on each drawer and label it with a Sharpie (not blue paint tape--it peels off and is too dark; white did not work well for me either--it blended too much; this orange was just the ticket.) I use it all over the studio and have found it is much easier if I keep all my labels consistent, kind of like my brain doesn't have to filter out different colors, but if it is orange, it is a label, so my eyes just scan the orange labels all over the room. If I move that particular finding or stop using it all together, I can just peel off the tape and put on a new piece. And in the bottom of the drawer, I tuck the business card or receipt of the business from which I bought the findings, so when I need more, I know where to find them, how much they cost, etc.!" Brilliant! See more of Eleanore's studio (and get more great jewelry-making tips).
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ODEON Beckenham is situated on Beckenham High Street. The cinema has 6 screens, (Premier Seats, Ben & Jerry's), 2 ATMs which are located in the main foyer.
There are lots of local restaurants in the area, providing a variety of cuisines. We are an 8 minute walk from the Beckenham Spa and there are cash dispensers 3 minutes walk in either direction to the cinema. There are also a variety of pubs and bars to cater for all moods.
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ODEON Beckenham is located on the Beckenham High Street. There is a pay and display car park with multiple Blue Badge parking spaces at the rear and front of the cinema building. The front car park is located within a few metres of our access ramp and automatic doors. The nearest train station is the Clockhouse, which is approximately a five minute walk away. Multiple bus stops are situated along the high street operating multiple bus services.
The taxi and car drop off point is situated directly in front of the cinema entrance.
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There are a small number of seats available to guests within the foyer.
Male and Female Washrooms are located within the main foyer and also towards Screen 4, where a fully accessible washroom is also located.
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Screen 1 is divided into three blocks of seating by two parallel aisles, there is also an aisle running halfway through the centre of the Screen. Screens 2 and 6 are divided into two blocks of seating due to a centre aisle.
Screen 3 is divided into two by a central aisle. Screen 4 has no centre aisle, the only aisles are on the sides of the Screen, and Screen 5 is divided into three blocks of seating with steps leading towards the back of the Screen where handrails are available.
Screens 3, 4 and 5 are all fully accessible each with Wheelchair bays. Screen 3 has one single Wheelchair bay at the back of the Screen. Screen 4 has two single bays towards the back. Screen 5 has two single bays situated at the front. All Wheelchair bays have adjacent companion seats available.
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So, not only am I a full time paramedic, I'm also CEO and founder of A midsize home health and senior care corporation which provides jobs for around 90 unskilled and 45 skilled nurses/CNA's etc. AND in my free time I also Own about 40+ domain names and build websites for products I CREATE (Only 12 up and running right now) ---(Kind of excited about new one (resistancepress.com) Don't worry mods...its not advertising only site structure up right now.
ANYWAY I start work at 530 every morning...don't get done till 7 pm...just in time to get home check homework and tuck my kids into bed. THEN I'm back to work in my home office on whatever I didn't finish that day. And on the days I am on the bird I work 24 hours. I have not had a full day off in a decade.
According to Obama MY HARD EARNED income shouldn't belong to me. It should go to the lazy degenerates that refuse to work.
Nothing pissess me off more than driving past the public aid office and seeing ESCALADES!
So now I am being taxed 60% on every dollar I earn and it is going to the lazy octomoms who refuse to get off their asses and get a job. It is going to pay for their abortions and now BREAST IMPLANTS..
Apparently I don't deserve the money I slaved my ass off for and saved. Apparently the dredges of society are more deserving.
I for one and so fucking sick of it! I am going on strike!
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Sorry GLP....just had a nasty phone call from the IRS....apparently the 60% I paid wasn't enough then a call from the unemployment office where a non skilled worker who has REPEATEDLY turned down work is filing for unemployment and there's not a damn thing for me to do about it. And that's not all....she was ABOUT to be fired for showing up late AND a no call no show which according to our manual is automatic termination.
t's like...why bother anymore? The lazy are rewarded and the hard workers are punished. How assbackwards is THAT?!
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DURHAM, N.H. - Three college basketball student-athletes spend summer playing internationally, representing countries.
You might not expect to hear that these three student-athletes compete in the America East conference. Even if you were told they play in America East, you probably still would not guess they were members of the University of New Hampshire men's basketball team.
But it is a new era for the UNH men's basketball program. An era where last year, defense translated into wins. Just check the numbers. The Wildcats were 6-2 when holding opponents to less than 40 percent from the field. They were 12-2 when holding opponents to 60 points or less. They did not give up leads, going 9-2 when in front at the half. They held the opposing team's leading scorer under his season average 17 times, including when they held an NBA draft prospect averaging 18.7 points and 12.6 rebounds per contest, to just seven points and eight rebounds.
An era where they put together their best home record (8-5) in 11 years. An era where they won back-to-back conference openers for the first time in 13 years. An era where they won two of their first three conference games for the first time in 14 seasons. An era where they recorded wins over defending conference champions in consecutives seasons for the first time in 15 years.
An era where they submitted their best finish to a regular season (4-1) in 14 years. An era where they finished .500 in the conference for just the second time in seven seasons. An era where they produced the most wins (14) in 14 years. An era where they earned their highest America East tournament seed (No 4.) in seven years. An era where they advanced to just their sixth semifinal in school history. An era where they came within two minutes of not only playing in, but hosting, the first title game in school history.
An era where juniors Alvin Abreu (Lynn, Mass.), James Valladares (Kaufman, Texas) and Dane DiLiegro (Lexington, Mass.) were all selected to play with national teams this summer and represent their respective countries.
"Any opportunity a kid has to represent a country is a great accomplishment," UNH men's basketball head coach Bill Herrion said. "As a coach you always want your kids playing during the offseason and during the summer, and to know that these three young men participated in international basketball is a real positive thing."
Abreu spent about a month of his summer working out with the Dominican National Team in the capital city of Santo Domingo. Though Abreu was born in the United States, he could play for the Dominican Republic because both his mother and late father were born there.
Abreu was invited down to train as part of a pre-selection squad that was vying for a roster spot on the team that played in the Pre-World Games in September to try and qualify for the 2012 Olympics.
The guard practiced and scrimmaged with numerous professionals, in addition to other college players like himself. Francisco Garcia of the Sacramento Kings, Charlie Villanueva of the Detroit Pistons and Edgar Sosa, a senior at Louisville, were some of the names Abreu competed with day in and day out.
"Not only has this experience made me a better person overall, it has made me a better player because I was able to practice with professionals and really soak in a lot of knowledge, especially from Francisco," Abreu explained. "His work ethic proved to me that no matter where you are, work ethic is the key to how you grow as a basketball player."
Before Abreu left after not making the Pre-Worlds team, officials met with him and explained that they mainly brought him out to see him play in person. They were very impressed with his skills and competitiveness and see Abreu as an important piece of the future of the Dominican National Team.
Although he liked what he heard from the team, Abreu did not settle. He never settles.
"The experience has given me a new motivation for my upcoming season," Abreu said. "I have an extra chip on my shoulder because now I feel like I have something to prove to myself and other people."
While basketball was the focus of Abreu's trip to his parents' homeland, family also played a large role.
"While I was out there I spent a lot of quality time with my family members that I haven't seen for many, many years," Abreu said. "My whole family is Dominican so I received a lot of support from them. They were at a lot of my practices. They were proud of me, and to be practicing with those who represent their country made them even happier. It was a great feeling."
There was one person missing, however. Abreu's father, Angel, who passed away in 2004, was deeply involved in the politics of the country and might have enjoyed his son's accomplishment more than anyone.
"Even though my father is not here with me now, I know for a fact that he would have been the happiest of them all," Abreu said. "Just for the simple fact that he really had a passion and love for the Dominican Republic as a country."
Abreu did get to spend time with his father on the trip, even if just for a short time. He was able to visit his father's grave for the first time ever.
"I've been meaning to go down there and see it, but have not had the chance until this past summer," Abreu said. "It made this trip that much more worthwhile, because I always told myself that I would see his grave when the time came, and it mysteriously found its way to me with this opportunity."
In the end, Abreu, a tri-captain this season for UNH, was happy he made the trip to the Dominican.
"It meant a lot to me to be called down to represent what I consider my country too, as well as my family's country," Abreu said. "I'm glad I decided to go, because now I see things a lot different than before, in a good way."
Herrion also spoke of the importance of representing not only your own country, but the country of your parents, as well.
"It's a great thing anytime you can wear a jersey of your country or your parents' country," Herrion said. "That is something that should make not only the player proud, but everyone associated with them proud."
Valladares, meanwhile, tried out for and made the El Salvador National Team. Valladares obtained dual citizenship because his father, Robert, was born in El Salvador before moving to the U.S. with his family when he was a teenager. Robert was reading the Salvadorian newspaper this past summer when he came across an article about a handful of players leaving the Salvadorian team. He contacted the team, which was immediately interested and flew Valladares in the following week.
Valladares practiced for about
three and a half weeks in the capital city of San Salvador.
"Everyone in the country was very friendly and I had a great time," Valladares said. "There was a pretty big language barrier, but I knew some basic Spanish and a few guys on the team were from the U.S. and Canada so they were fluent in English.
"It's a whole different world over there," Valladares added. "Different food, different culture, and definitely much poorer than the U.S."
After making the team, Valladares and the squad traveled to Cancun, Mexico, for the FIBA COCABA Games. They played five games in the tournament, splitting with Honduras, while losing to Costa Rica, Mexico and Nicaragua. Valladares said the team was almost completely new and had the youngest roster in the tournament. The tournament dates were also changed at the last minute, causing some of the other college players to have to return to the U.S. before they could play in any games.
"Overall, we played well for our first time being together," Valladares said. "I think we have a chance to be very good in the future."
Valladares himself played very well, averaging 17.4 points per game, while starting all five games and bouncing back and forth between the 4 and 5 spots.
With a handful of current and former NBA players, as well as others that play professionally in other countries, Valladares said the competition in the tournament was great. Former Phoenix Sun Horacio Llamas, a 7-foot, 250-pound center was guarding Valladares when he exploded for a tournament-high 25 against Mexico. Current New Jersey Nets forward Eduardo Najera was also on the Mexican roster, while former San Antonio Spur and Houston Rocket, Romel Beck, best known for his crossover on Kobe Bryant at the 2007 FIBA Americas Championship, was named tournament MVP for Mexico.
"It was a huge honor to represent El Salvador," Valladares said. "I was very grateful for the opportunity to play basketball with the team."
Valladares, while he says it is not set in stone, will most likely be back with the team next summer, playing in a tournament in Puerto Rico. And he will be looking forward to it, knowing this first go-around improved him both athletically and personally.
"I definitely think the experience helped me as a basketball player and as a person," Valladares said. "It opened up my eyes and made me realize how well off we are here in the U.S. as compared to other small countries such as El Salvador."
DiLiegro used his summer to not only represent his country, but his religion as well. DiLiegro was named one of 12 members of the United States men's basketball team that competed at the 18th Maccabiah Games in Israel from July 12-23. The team was coached by University of Tennessee men's basketball head coach Bruce Pearl.
The Maccabiah Games, also referred to as the "Jewish Olympics," are held in Israel every four years and include the top Jewish athletes from around the world. The 18th Maccabiah Games attracted the largest Maccabiah attendance in history and became the third largest sporting event in the world with over 50 countries represented by 9,000 athletes. The U.S. alone brought about 1,000 participants, including Olympic athletes such as swimmers Dara Torres and Jason Lezak.
DiLiegro, whose mother, Cheryl, is Jewish, became the sixth UNH athlete to participate in the Maccabiah Games, including the first basketball player, when he traveled to Knoxville, Tenn., in June 2008 to partake in the two-a-day tryouts for four days. DiLiegro was one of about 40 players at the tryout, including the only college big man.
After the tryout, the 6-foot-9-inch, 240-pound center anxiously called U.S. assistant coach Harris Adler in early September to find out if there was any news on whether or not he had made the team. Adler told him not to worry and about a week later DiLiegro received a letter in the mail letting him know he had made the team.
"Dane is a big man who can really move his feet," Pearl said at the time. "He's willing to bang and score when called upon. He's a terrific young man who will represent his country and UNH extremely well when we travel to Israel this summer."
All athletes, coaches and trainers who participate in the Maccabiah Games must make a monetary commitment to the program. The obligation or "Yachad," meaning "together" in Hebrew, is shared among all participants, so DiLiegro needed to raise $3,300 in order to take part in the Games.
DiLiegro, whose roommates at the Games were former Stanford Cardinal and New York Knick Dan Grunfeld and former St. Mary's (Calif.) Gael Todd Golden, also joined Duke's Jon Scheyer and Arizona State's Derek Glasser on the roster, though they did not make the trip to Israel. By playing for the U.S. squad, DiLiegro joined some elite company, including Dolph Schayes, one of the 50 Greatest NBA players of all-time, Hall of Fame basketball coach Larry Brown, and Mark Spitz, who won a then-record seven gold medals at the 1972 Munich Olympic Games, an achievement surpassed only when Michael Phelps won his eighth gold medal of the 2008 Olympics.
With wins against Mexico (112-13), France (135-77) and Argentina (97-87), as well as a close loss to Russia (73-71), the U.S. started the Games by going 3-1 in round-robin play to grab their group's top seed and a spot in the semifinals. DiLiegro's tip-in with five seconds on the clock against Russia tied the game before the Russians scored with one second remaining to steal the victory and hand the Americans their only loss of the tournament.
DiLiegro led the U.S. to a 123-76 semifinal victory against Canada with a tournament-high 20 points and nine rebounds, setting up a championship-game showdown with 5-0 Israel, which knocked off Argentina, 110-53 in the other semifinal.
The U.S. trailed Israel by eight points with under two minutes to play in the contest, but overcame the deficit to force overtime and eventually pull out a 95-86 win to capture their second gold medal in the last three Games. The Americans won gold in 2001 with an 82-71 victory against Israel, and took home bronze in 2005, while Israel defeated France for the gold.
In its six contests at the Maccabiah Games, the U.S. outscored its opponents by an average of 35.8 points per game (104.8 to 69.0) en route to a 5-1 overall record. DiLiegro was solid throughout the tournament with three double-digit scoring performances en route to averaging 8.8 points and 5.2 rebounds per game.
"Just having the opportunity to be there was amazing," DiLiegro said. "Representing the country was a huge honor and winning the gold was the best sports experience of my life. We all ran out on the court and I jumped in the middle and everyone just went crazy."
DiLiegro and his squad did not just play basketball while in Israel. They soaked in the culture, history and religion that is a part of each one of them. DiLiegro prayed at the Western Wall next to Coach Pearl and visited other historical sites, such as the Dead Sea, the Sea of Galilee and Masada.
"Seeing historical places in America is nothing compared to Israel," explained DiLiegro. "In America everything is 200, 300 years old. Not in Israel. I saw things that were 2,000 years old from the biblical times. It was just unbelievable."
DiLiegro was also able to meet
basketball history in Schayes and Tal Brody, an American basketball
player, who played professionally in Israel and is regarded as a
national hero there.
"That was incredible," DiLiegro said.
DiLiegro also enjoyed being surrounded by people of the Jewish faith.
"I loved the fact that I was with a
lot of people of my kind," DiLiegro said. "Being Jewish, you're a
minority, so you tend to forget that everyone there is Jewish. I
thought that was cool."
Hoops wise, DiLiegro feels he improved while in Israel, learning to score different ways. He was also able to get a good feel for international basketball, which he says is a completely different game than the one we are used to in America.
"It's really a huge change that takes a sufficient amount of adjustment," DiLiegro said. "But I'm glad I experienced it now so I can get ready for the possible future."
Herrion says it is an advantage to play international basketball while still in school.
"When you're young and you have a chance to go play against older, experienced, veteran players, it can only make you better as a player and help you improve," Herrion said. "To do that during your college career is invaluable."
In the end, however, do not expect to see a different DiLiegro than the one you are used to.
"To be honest, now that I'm back here on home soil, I'm still the same good ol' Dane everyone knows," DiLiegro said. "Not much has changed."
Herrion, however, thinks at least one thing has changed.
"Anytime you experience another culture and another way of life, that's positive," Herrion said. "I think on the court, because of their basketball experience this past summer, all three of them have come back with much more confidence in their games this year."
And now, with their 2009-10 opener less than a month away, the three young men who spent part of their summer playing for country, will take their new-found confidence and play for the blue and white of UNH and the chance to bring the first America East championship in school history to Durham.


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KISS founder Ace Frehley's home facing foreclosure - report
Rock and roll legend Ace Frehley may soon lose his home. The KISS founder is being accused of not paying his mortgage, the Journal News reports. The bank that holds the mortgage, U.S. Bank National Association, says the rocker stopped paying the bill nearly two years ago, on March 1, 2011.
According to the foreclosure filing, submitted on February 15, Frehley owes over $700,000 on the Yorktown, N.Y. home's mortgage, and the bank is looking to sell the house to recoup some of the costs. The home was originally purchased by Jendell Productions, before being transferred to Frehley's name. "Jendell" is the name of the fictional planet Frehley's "Spaceman" persona was from.
Ace, real name Paul, rose to fame as lead guitarist for the rock group KISS, well-known for their extravagant concerts, and layers of makeup. He left the band in 1982, before returning in 1995. He departed again following the band's "farewell" tour in 2000, but returned for a special show that closed the 2002 Winter Olympics.
While Frehley has explored a solo career during his time away from KISS, the band continues to perform over a decade after their farewell tour.
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The suite has a private entrance, lake view, kitchenette, and a spa bath. Guests can enjoy a private beach, and a gazebo with a fireplace. We are located close to many activities including skiing, golf, beachcombing, and sighseeing in Seattle and surrounding areas.
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5 on June 01, 2015
We loved our stay. Would definitely recommend and come back.
Innkeeper Response
Thank you for sending in a review. I always feel good when my guests enjoy their stay and plan to come again.
4.8 on April 28, 2015
Everything you could possible want right at your fingertips. Charming and quiet, and the perfect driving distance to Snoqualmie Casino, walking trails and many activities.
Innkeeper Response
Thank you so much for your review. Hope you will stay at Linda's on your next visit to the Pacific NW.
4.6 on April 22, 2015
Perfect location for the first nights of our roundtrip through NW USA. Linda was very kind and made us feel at home. Thanks for everything.
Innkeeper Response
Thank you so much for your review. I enjoyed having you stay with me even if it was only one night. Would love to have you come again. Thanks again, Linda
3.8 on December 18, 2014
My husband and I stayed at Linda's by the lake in December. It was cold but still lovely. Ms Linda was very friendly and helpful to us. We will recommend this bed and breakfast!!
5 on December 10, 2014
My husband and I have family in Maple Valley and we spent 4 days over Thanksgiving. Linda's is only 6 miles from our family so it was very convenient. Linda made us feel welcome and at home. The room is spacious, clean and comfortable. We want to come back in the summer to enjoy the gorgeous lake. Thanks Linda for everything.
4.4 on November 10, 2014
My wife and I have just spent 2 nights at Linda's with another night in a few weeks. What a delight! We were a little bemused when we pulled up beside a boat building operation and lots of old cars, but as soon as we reached the back of the house and the view of the beautiful lake we relaxed. Linda was very welcoming and informative. The accommodation is spacious with everything you could need. The style of the rooms is 1980's with comfort laid on. Breakfast was great with little surprises from Linda every day in addition to the vast supplies of cereal, etc. The kitchen/refrigerator are very well stocked. Bathroom is a joy with ample towels, soaps, etc as well as a Jacuzzi if you wish. Really great bed too - most important after a long flight from Australia!!! Overall a really comfortable and relaxing B&B that we highly recommend.
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I so enjoyed having you stay and look forward to your return later this month.
5 on October 14, 2014
I've just spent a week at Linda's and it was exceptional. Linda treats visitors like royalty and provides you with just about everything you may need. The location is quiet and centrally located which makes it easy for day excursions. With all the comforts of home (and then some), I highly recommend Linda's by the Lake B&B.
Innkeeper Response
I am so happy you enjoyed your stay and hope you will come again. Best Regards, Linda
4.4 on September 26, 2014
This is one of the best B&B's I have ever been to. Linda personally shows you all around and assures you that everything you could ever want at a B&B is there. It's stocked with plenty of snacks, food, even local made jams. There is a slightly nautical theme to the room which is very nice. The jacuzzi tub works very well, and can fit too (as long as you're close). The raised tub and "counter" around it look amazing. There is a great view of a very gorgeous lake. It has a very homey, cabin feel to it. It's not a luxury place, which makes it better to me.
5 on September 02, 2014
We stayed at Linda's three nights, being lucky to get three days that weren't booked in August. Our grandson got married in Kent, a very short drive from the B & B. We enjoyed it very much. We wished we had more time to enjoy the lake. It is so relaxing and Linda is so accommodating and gracious. Thank you. J & D
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J&D So enjoyed your visit and am happy that you enjoyed your stay at my home. Please come again. Linda
4.8 on August 09, 2014
I found Linda's while looking for a place to stay near my niece. Linda's is cozy without being small, comfortable and beautiful. She provides all the comforts of home, and then some! I don't have a jetted tub at home. I recommend this hidden gem by the lake!
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I so happy that you found your stay relaxing and that you enjoyed the tub. Please come again.
The suite which is maintained to a very high standard, has a private entrance, and a beautiful lake view. The large suite has a kitchenette, shower, and jacuzzi bathtub. It is equipped with a TV, Wi-Fi, microwave, referigerator, coffee pot, dishes and cutlery. Guest can enjoy private beach, fish from the dock, gazebo with fireplace, or walk the many local trails. Enjoy outdoor cooking, there is a gazebo with a gas BBQ and fireplace for roasting hot dogs and marshmallows.
Nightly Rate: $115 - $140
Countryside, Lakefront, Small town, Waterview
Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle Tacoma) 20 miles
From Sea-Tac Airport go NW and merge onto 518 East towards I-5, Take I-405 North towards Renton. Take exit #4 - WA-169 South. Turn right on hwy 169 (Maple Valley HWY), go 11.3 miles to Witte Road S.E. and turn right (7-11 on corner). Turn left on S.E. 248th, (Library on right, Community Center on left). Stay on road, (road will change names) turn left on S.E. 257th, (Large Tree with name signs), Stay to the right which becomes Lake Wilderness Lane S.E., Enter driveway of Blue House with Large Garage doors.
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Outdoor grilling, Parking, Wheelchair access , Covered patio off suite, Gazebo at private Beach with fireplace and BBQ, private dock, grotto with waterfall
Alarm clock, Amenities Basket, Bath robes, Board games, Coffee/Tea facilities, DVD Player, Desk, Fridge, Hairdryer, Hot tub/whirlpool tub, Ironing Board, Microwave, Private entrance, Radio, Satellite/Cable TV, TV, Telephone, Wi-Fi
Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Kayaking, Boat launch available for your boat, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Tennis courts
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I enjoy crafts, reading, fishing, boating, traveling, grandchildren, and visiting with friends.
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NAGOYA, Japan—Shen Yun Performing Arts Touring Company successfully concluded its performance in Nagoya, Japan, on April 26. Mr. Ding, a Chinese doctor who has lived in Japan for a year, took a special trip from more than 100 kilometers away to see Shen Yun at Aichi Prefectural Arts Theater Big Hall, Nagoya.
Shen Yun is a perfect performance, Mr. Ding said, it has a strong artistic influence, which directly strikes the audience's heart. Mr. Ding has watched many shows in China, but it was the first time for him to see such a unique show as Shen Yun, he said.
Mr. Ding felt hope from seeing the show. "Our 5,000 years of traditional culture has gone through a tremendous ruin. We've lost too much. So you cannot see such a pure artistic performance [in China]. From Shen Yun, you can see not only skills, but traditional Chinese culture. More importantly, it is carrying forward those things, which you cannot see elsewhere. So I am quite inspired by it. I saw the hope of the Chinese culture," he said.
He stressed his gratitude toward Shen Yun Performing Arts. "As a Chinese, I am grateful to Shen Yun Performing Arts. First, I thank their choreographers, who have great and creative skills. They recombine the divinely inspired culture and Chinese tradition and history, which was cut off and gone. Now it was recovered. So I appreciate that Shen Yun has made such a magnificent contribution to the Chinese culture. I believe that Shen Yun will have a deep and perfect impact in China's history of culture and civilization. Thank you, Shen Yun Performing Arts."
Mr. Ding also said that since Shen Yun comes from the U.S., it is able to apply high-technology to the stage, so the presentation was innovative. "Traditional stages in China use slides for their backdrops. Shen Yun has made the backdrop three-dimensional. It becomes one with the performers on the stage. The performing space is changed and extended."
In conclusion, Mr. Ding hoped that Shen Yun can flourish and produce more and more programs, and one day perform in China so that the Chinese people can also enjoy it.
Read the original Chinese article.
Reporting by Zhang Xiaoyu and Lisa Huang
New York-based Shen Yun Performing Arts has three touring companies that perform simultaneously around the world. For more information, visit ShenYunPerformingArts.org.
The Epoch Times considers Shen Yun Performing Arts the significant cultural event of our time. We have proudly covered audience reactions since Shen Yun's inception in 2006.


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Sickle wood, a petrified claw, the clay muscles through knots. Such uncensored momentum is the autumn of an age. I billow from what has been preserved, from what does not know this immediate swivel. As the geologist examines through a magnifying glass, my kaleidoscope confesses light. Un-tucked spectrum—color is the momentum of sight. When wood is razored with earth, it folds into, not a coffin, but a monument sculpted of dust—mirrors slip light: to be, and never again, is the wind always chewing.
Penumbra is a chapbook of poems by Serena Chopra. It is hand bound and printed in an edition of 200.
Serena Chopra's first full-length book is forthcoming from Coconut Books in 2013. She has an MFA from the University of Colorado at Boulder. Her recent publications can be found in the Denver Quarterly, Fact-Simile, Pax Americana, and Umbrella Factory. She was a 2010 Kundiman Fellow. She lives, works, writes, and dances in Denver, Colorado.
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